Wildlife Program Highlights

Stephens' Kangaroo Rat eating something in a small hole
The Department of the Interior recently announced a nearly $11 million dollar investment in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) funding for ecosystem restoration projects nationwide. The funding supports 29 landscape-scale restoration initiatives spanning 18 states. Some of these projects are managed by the BLM California Desert District, aimed at rehabilitating delicate ecosystems on BLM-managed lands.
Alaska frontiers podcast meet BLM's marine mammal expert episode artwork
BLM works hard on its permits and environmental impact statements, trying to make sure all the science that's needed is included. If the plans or permits are in the Arctic, the polar bear can be a large part of that science, and that means BLM Alaska biologist Craig Perham will be busy.
A picture of dark red berries and green leaves
Just like the midnight sun, berry picking is a key part of an Alaskan summer. This guide includes some benefits, dangers, and permitting basics for picking berries on BLM-managed lands.