Press Releases

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Oregon-Washington

Interactive workshops seek public input on recreation area, river use

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is currently involved in Resource Management Planning (RMP) on more than 2.5 million acres in western Oregon.

Oregon-Washington

BLM Releases Decision for Hardrock Prospecting

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced today that it has issued a decision that approves two hardrock prospecting permits for geological exploration within the Gifford Pinchot National Fores

Oregon-Washington

New Recreation Maps Available for the Holidays!

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service have released two new maps for the 2013 recreation season.

Oregon-Washington

BLM Selects Abbie Jossie as New Roseburg District Manager

PORTLAND, OR — Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Oregon/Washington State Director Jerome Perez announced today his selection of Ms.

Oregon-Washington

BLM seeks public input on recreation area, river use

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is currently involved in Resource Management Planning (RMP) on more than 2.5 million acres in western Oregon.

Oregon-Washington

Partners in Conservation Awards Announced

On October 18, 2012, Secretary Ken Salazar will present the 2012 Partners in Conservation Awards in Washington, D.C. From Oregon, two projects were nominated for this prestigious honor.

Oregon-Washington

Fire Restrictions Extended Throughout Oregon & Washington

In response to the hot, dry weather, both Oregon and Washington have extended their bans on recreational fires in some areas.

Oregon-Washington

Proposed Pacific Connector Gas Pipeline: Land Management Plan Amendments and Right-of-Way Grant

Today, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the U.S.

Oregon-Washington

Oregon and California Lands Act Celebrates 75th Anniversary

PORTLAND, OR — This year marks the 75th anniversary of the O&C Act of 1937.

Oregon-Washington

Openings Still Available on Advisory Councils

PORTLAND, Ore.

Oregon-Washington

BLM Selects State Director for Oregon/Washington

PORTLAND, OR — Bureau of Land Management Acting Director Mike Pool announced today the selection of Jerome E.

Oregon-Washington

Hardrock Prospecting Comment Period Extended

Portland, Ore.

Oregon-Washington

BLM Releases EA for Hardrock Prospecting

Portland, Ore.

Oregon-Washington

BLM Listening and Learning

Portland, Ore.

Oregon-Washington

Fireworks Banned on BLM Lands in Oregon and Washington 2012

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) prohibits the use of fireworks on all BLM-managed public lands throughout Oregon and Washington.

Oregon-Washington

BLM Hosts Socioeconomic Workshop for Sage-grouse Planning

PORTLAND, Ore.

Oregon-Washington

Homesteading Day in Oregon

Today, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced that Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber proclaimed June 7, 2012, as Homesteading Day in Oregon!

Oregon-Washington

Mottice Named Acting State Director

This week, the BLM is proud to announce Mike Mottice as the Acting Oregon/Washington State Director.

Oregon-Washington

Experience America's Great Outdoors: Free

In advance of National Trails Day this Saturday, June 2, 2012, as well as National Get Outdoors and Free Fishing day next Saturday, June 9, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Oregon and Washing

Oregon-Washington

Public Lands Pass for Active Duty Military

To show our appreciation for those who serve in the U.S.

Oregon-Washington

Public Meetings on Plans for Western Oregon Forests

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Oregon is initiating a resource management plan (RMP) revision which will provide goals, objectives, and direction for the management of approximately 2.6 millio

Oregon-Washington

Openings Available on Advisory Councils

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is extending the deadline for nominations for 16 positions on its three Resource Advisory Councils (RACs) in Oregon and Washington.

Oregon-Washington

BLM Selects New Lakeview District Manager

Today Ed Shepard, the Oregon/Washington Bureau of Land Management (BLM) State Director, announced the selection of Ms. E.

Oregon-Washington

BLM Selects New Salem District Manager 2012

Oregon/Washington State Director Ed Shepard announced the selection of Kim Titus as the new Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Salem District Manager.

Oregon-Washington

BLM Initiates Planning Update for Western Oregon Forests

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is beginning the process of revising Resource Management Plans (RMP) for 2.5 million acres of forested lands across six BLM Districts in western Oregon.