Press Releases

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Colorado, Rocky Mountain DO

Notice of Public Meeting of the Rocky Mountain Resource Advisory Council, Colorado

In accordance with the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 and the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972, the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Rocky Mountain Resource Advisory Council (RAC) is announcing its 2023 fall meeting.
Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO

BLM invites applications for special recreation permits on Lower Deschutes Wild and Scenic River

Prineville, Ore. — The BLM will accept permit applications for watercraft guiding activities on the Lower Deschutes River from October 1 – 31.

California, Central California DO

BLM Bishop Field Office advises public on limited access to Alabama Hills

National Office

BLM, USFS select Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board members

WASHINGTON, D.C. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and U.S. Forest Service (USFS) today announced selections for the National Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board.

Oregon-Washington, Roseburg DO

Bureau of Land Management seeks input on Roseburg area recreation site plans

Roseburg, Ore. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is developing plans to restore and improve recreation areas along the North Umpqua River and Rock Creek.

Oregon-Washington, Roseburg DO

BLM Emergency Closure Order to be lifted near the Tyee Fire

Roseburg, Ore. - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will lift the emergency closure associated with the Tyee fire on lands administered by the BLM, Roseburg Dis

Nevada

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California, Northern California DO

BLM welcomes comment for proposed mineral exploration in Washoe County, Nev.

California, Northern California DO

BLM lifts northern California fire restrictions

California, Northern California DO

BLM announces fall color ride on Bizz Johnson Trail

Nevada, Ely DO

BLM sets aside lands for proposed Stagecoach Wind Project in White Pine County

BLM sets aside lands for proposed Stagecoach Wind Project in White Pine County
Oregon-Washington, Medford DO

BLM extends withdrawal of Oregon's Wheeler Creek Research Natural Area

The Bureau of Land Management has extended the withdrawal of the Wheeler Creek Research Natural Area in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest for another 20 years.
Oregon-Washington, Spokane DO

Public comment invited for U.S. Forest Service application for withdrawal extension to Halliday Fen Research Natural Area

Colville, Washington - The Bureau of Land Management is announcing a 90-day public comment period on an application by the U.S.

National Office

BLM invites further comment on new 21st Century Recreation Blueprint

The Bureau of Land Management is extending public input on a new plan to inform recreation management on America’s public lands through October 13.  

California, Northern California DO

BLM welcomes public input on draft management plan for northwest California public lands

Utah

BLM Designates Labyrinth Rims Gemini Bridges Travel Management Plan

Today, the Bureau of Land Management Moab Field Office announced a new travel management plan for public off highway vehicle use, including passenger vehicles.
Montana-Dakotas

BLM seeks public comment on Montana carbon sequestration project

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on a proposal to permanently store carbon dioxide in underground rock formations on public land in Carter County.

Oregon-Washington, Medford DO

Recent Rain Reduces Fire Restrictions on Bureau of Land Management Public Lands in Medford District

MEDFORD, Ore. – Thanks to widespread rain, Bureau of Land Management Medford District officials are reducing public use restrictions on BLM-managed lands in southern Oregon.

California, Central California DO

Alabama Hills National Scenic Area Hosts Artists-in-Residence Events in October

BISHOP, Calif. — The Bureau of Land Management is hosting two Artists-in-Residence events in the Alabama Hills National Scenic Area, near Lone Pine, California.

Oregon-Washington

BLM invites comment on proposal to conserve habitat in Harney County

PORTLAND, Ore.— The Bureau of Land Management invites public comment on a proposal to continue protecting nearly 200 acres of migratory bird habitat within the Malheur National Wil

Eastern States

BLM to host wild horse and burro event in Carthage, Missouri

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is holding a wild horse and burro placement event on November 3-4, 2023, offering approximately 30-70 excess animals gathered

Eastern States

BLM to host wild horse and burro event in Ocala, Florida

FLOWOOD, Miss. — The Bureau of Land Management will host a wild horse and burro placement event on October 19-21, 2023, offering a limited number of excess animals gathered from we