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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BLM Arizona and Arizona Association of Conservation Districts: A Model Partnership for Landscape Conservation

For more than 15 years, the BLM’s Arizona State Office and the Arizona Association of Conservation Districts built a robust partnership, improving conservation efforts across Arizona’s diverse rangelands.
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A small child standing in a yard, wearing overalls and a wide-brimmed hat, holding a garden hose that sprays water across the grass near a house.

What a BLM Natural Resource Specialist Does: An Interview with Nikki Carter

Nikki’s work is central to the stewardship of public lands, blending environmental protection with practical fieldwork across challenging Midwestern landscapes.
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BLM Wyoming Explores Emergency Response and Rehabilitation after Wildfire

Early this June, IWJV coordinated a workshop in Thermopolis, Wyoming, to explore post-wildfire rehabilitation, emergency response and coordination efforts between federal agencies, state partners, and private landowners.
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Great American Clean Up Brings Accessibility, Stewardship, and Community Together at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse ONA

On April 25, 2026, the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area (ONA) hosted a uniquely meaningful Great American Clean Up event in partnership with Children’s Therapies, Inc.
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Students remove 300 pounds of invasive plants at Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area

Partnership with the Jupiter Environmental Research and Field Studies Academy (JERFSA) at Jupiter High School, helps combat persistent invasive species at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area in Jupiter, Florida.
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