Press Releases
BLM National Director to Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of LWCF at the Sandy Ridge Trailhead
Welches, Ore.
Fireworks and Exploding Targets Ban 2014
Effective May 15, 2014, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) prohibits the use of fireworks and exploding targets on all BLM-managed public lands throughout Oregon and Washington.
BLM Distributes Payments to Counties 2014
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced today that it has issued payment to 18 counties in western Oregon eligible under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act extensio
BLM Selects Robert Towne as Interim Eugene District Manager
Portland, Ore. — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announces Robert Towne as the Interim District Manager for the Eugene District.
BLM continues planning effort to conserve sage-grouse
As part of a huge effort to conserve the Greater Sage-Grouse and its habitat across 10 western states, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) issued a draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for a
BLM to conduct a Special Recreation Permit Program audit
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Oregon State Office is preparing to conduct an audit of its Special Recreation Permit (SRP) Program for the 2011 through 2013 use seasons.
BLM Releases Planning Criteria for Western Oregon
Today, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) shared the Planning Criteria document for the Resource Management Plans for Western Oregon.
BLM Seeks Nominations to Resource Advisory Councils 2014
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public nominations for open positions on its Resource Advisory Councils (RAC) that advise the BLM on public land issues.
BLM Selects San Juan Islands National Monument Manager
Spokane, WA -- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Spokane District Manager Daniel Picard announces the selection of Marcia deChadenedes as the San Juan Islands National Monument Manag
BLM Releases Newest BLM Facts Almanac!
Do you know how many visits were made to BLM recreation sites last year? Or how many breathtaking Wild & Scenic Rivers you can find here?
Western Oregon planning team hosts community listening sessions
As part of a continued conversation with the public about the planning effort in western Oregon, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is hosting four community listening sessions to lay the foundati
Forest Service, BLM Map Prices to Increase
The price of most hard-copy Pacific Northwest Recreation Series, Wilderness, Ranger District, and Special Area maps will increase January 1, 2014, the U.S.
Recreation Fees Waived During Veterans Day Weekend
The U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) are waiving fees at most day-use recreation sites over Veterans Day weekend, Nov. 9-11, in honor of U.S.
Celebrate the Outdoors! National Public Lands Day 2013
National Public Lands Day (NPLD) is the nation's largest, single-day volunteer effort for public lands. In 2013, the 20th Anniversary of National Public Lands Day will be held on Saturday, Sept.
BLM Oregon/Washington State Office is Moving
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Oregon and Washington is relocating the state office. The BLM office move is scheduled to occur between Friday, Aug. 2 and Monday, Aug.
BLM Selects New Coos Bay District Manager
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Oregon/Washington State Director Jerry Perez announced the selection of Patricia Burke as the new the Coos Bay District Manager.
BLM Shares the Purpose and Need Statement for Western Oregon Planning Effort
To enhance the transparency and increase public involvement in the western Oregon planning process, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is releasing the Purpose and Need statement for the Resource
Fireworks and Exploding Targets Banned on BLM Lands 2013
Effective June 1, 2013, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) prohibits the use of fireworks and exploding targets on all BLM-managed public lands throughout Oregon and Washington.
Agreement signed to conserve sage-grouse on grazing allotments
PORTLAND, Ore. – Today, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the U.S.
Boardman to Hemingway Transmission Line Map and Routes Available Online
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has identified the preliminary preferred alternatives for the proposed Boardman to Hemingway Transmission Line (B2H Project).
USFWS, BLM, USFS Leadership Travel to Pacific Northwest to Discuss Northern Spotted Owl Recovery, Forest Health
As part of the Administration's on-going commitment to improving forest health in the Pacific Northwest, recovering the northern spotted owl, and supporting sustainable economic opportunities for l
BLM Seeks Nominations to Resource Advisory Councils 2013, Second Call
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Oregon and Washington is seeking public nominations for open positions on three of its Resource Advisory Councils (RACs), which advise the BLM on public land
RAP Camp Applications Due May 6
Klamath Falls, Oregon – It’s that time of year for students to sign up for the 22nd annual Resources and People (RAP) Camp held the week of June 16 at Camp Esther Applegate located
BLM Seeks Nominations to Resource Advisory Councils 2013
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Oregon and Washington is seeking public nominations for open positions on its four Resource Advisory Councils (RACs), which advise the BLM on public land issu