News from April 2023


BLM seeks public input on Upper Snake East Travel Management Plan

The Bureau of Land Management prepared an environmental analysis for a proposed travel management plan in the Upper Snake Field Office.


BLM announces public input on the proposed Burnstone Quarry in eastern Idaho

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is preparing an environmental assessment to analyze the potential effects associated with a high-calcium limestone quarry and is seeking public input on relevant resource issues and concerns.


BLM California Desert District to host Advisory Council meeting in April

The Bureau of Land Management will host an in-person public meeting of the BLM California Desert District Advisory Council on Saturday, April 15, from 9 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. at the Comfort Suites Barstow at 2571 Fisher Blvd, Barstow, CA 92311.


BLM accepting comments on forest health project near Weaverville

The Bureau of Land Management is welcoming public comments on a proposed project to improve fire resiliency and restore forest health on public lands near Weaverville in Trinity County.


Wildflower season is off to a slow start on some BLM lands

Wildflowers may be slow to bloom this year in California as the Golden State recovers from a series of historic storms.


BLM plans prescribed burns in Yavapai and Maricopa counties

The Bureau of Land Management’s Phoenix District is planning prescribed burning operations to burn cut and piled brush from public lands in Yavapai and Maricopa counties.


BLM to hold virtual public information forum on Eagle Eye solar proposal

As part of the Bureau of Land Management’s efforts to build a clean energy future and achieve the Biden-Harris administration’s goal of a carbon pollution-free power sector by 2035, the Colorado River District will host a virtual forum on April 12, 2023, to share information and receive public input on the proposed Eagle Eye Solar Project.


BLM-Las Cruces District offers Outdoor Opportunities for upcoming Holiday Weekend

Planning to get outdoors to enjoy a holiday filled with hiking, mountain biking, camping, and picnicking?


Interior Department Releases Proposed Plan to Guide the Balanced Management of Public Lands

Public Lands Rule lays groundwork for conserving wildlife habitat, restoring places impacted by wildfire and drought, expanding outdoor recreation, and thoughtful development


BLM Resource Advisory Council application period opens

Interested in volunteering your time to advise the Bureau of Land Management on public land management issues?


BLM controlled burns reduce wildland fire risk near Lake Isabella

The Bureau of Land Management Bakersfield Field Office fire crews plan to improve the fire resiliency along Erskine Creek Road.


The BLM welcomes input on fee increases within Sand Flats Recreation Area

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and Grand County, Utah, cooperatively manage the Sand Flats Recreation Area and are seeking input on a proposal to implement changes to recreation fees.


Bureau of Land Management Wyoming issues notice for oil and gas lease sale

Bureau of Land Management Wyoming State Office issued an environmental assessment and the competitive sale notice for the 2nd Quarter competitive oil and gas lease sale.


Bureau of Land Management Montana-Dakotas seeks feedback on proposed September oil and gas lease sale

In accordance with congressional direction in the Inflation Reduction Act, the Bureau of Land Management Montana-Dakotas State Office today opened a 30-day public scoping period to receive public input on 68 oil and gas parcels totaling approximately 25,759 acres that may be included in a scheduled September 2023 lease sale.


BLM announces 2023 Fall Artist in Residence program at Alabama Hills

The Bureau of Land Management is currently accepting applications for the Fall Artist in Residence program at the Alabama Hills National Scenic Area near Lone Pine, California.


BLM prepares for visitor surge to Little Sahara Recreation Area during Easter Weekend

With approximately 20,000 visitors expected at Little Sahara Recreation Area during Easter Weekend, the Bureau of Land Management will welcome the public through enhanced safety measures and a new visitor center.


BLM temporarily closes El Malpais National Conservation Area Ranger Station in April

To provide time for staff to attend training that will enhance visitor service skills, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is scheduled to temporarily close the El Malpais National Conservation Area Ranger Station


BLM plans to conduct prescribed fire in Socorro County on Chupadera Mesa

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Socorro Field Office, in cooperation with the New Mexico State Land Office, plans to conduct a prescribed fire on Chupadera Mesa east of Socorro, N.M., between now and April 30, 2023.


BLM seeks public input on treatments for threatened plant in southwest Idaho

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public comment on a proposal to conduct habitat improvement treatments for slickspot peppergrass (Lepidium papilliferum), a threatened plant species found only in southwestern Idaho


BLM Northern California Resource Advisory Council to meet in Redding

The Bureau of Land Management’s Northern California District Resource Advisory Council will hold a field tour and meeting on Wednesday and Thursday, April 26 and 27, in Redding.