Weeds and Invasives
Various shrub species can be seen in this high desert region of public lands managed by the Eagle Lake Field Office.

Tackling invasive plants: a unified approach in the California High Desert

BLM natural resource specialists in northeast California are rising to the challenge of combating the spread of invasive plants across the high-desert rangelands. Through dedicated “boots on the ground” field work, strengthened partnerships, and innovative strategies, these specialists are making significant strides in preserving ecosystems on our public lands.
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Volunteers remove invasive understory from a cottonwood forest

Tackling fire fuels with friends

Massive floods along Moab’s many creeks caused havoc last summer; densely foliated floodplains captured and held debris, preventing water from escaping to the Colorado River. Enter a fire fuels and flood mitigation team!
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The team highlights tools they use to accomplish the tamarisk removal while keeping themselves and their co-workers safe. Their gloved hands hold chainsaws, folding saws, and lobbers.

Fueling restoration: BLM Utah's mission to reclaim Westwater Canyon

In Utah's Canyon Country District, a team led by the Bureau of Land Management's Fuels Program embarked on a four-day mission along the Colorado River to help restore a riparian ecosystem.  Th

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Lonnie talks to a woman with the weed truck in the background.

Boise District Weed Specialist Lonnie Huter honored by Washington County as a Weed Warrior

Story by Sara Morelli, Public Affairs Specialist (Detail). Photos by Hannah Cain, Public Affairs Specialist.

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Successful restoration of native forbs and grasses along the historic Columbia River Highway State Trail between Cascade Locks and Hood River, Oregon.

BLM makes a difference at World Restoration Conference

Story by Amanda (Mandie) Carr, BLM Coordinator of Botanical Communication and Outreach.

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Worker gathering seed pods in a field.

Alaska seeds for Alaska needs

He sees forbs and sedges where most would see broad-leaf and grassy, flowering weeds.

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