Spotlight
Secretary Zinke & BLM invite sportsmen to enjoy upcoming deer season at the Sabinoso Wilderness
The Sabinoso Wilderness in New Mexico is for the first time ever accessible to the public for hunting, fishing, and other recreational activities.
BLM announces annual reclamation and sustainable mineral development award winners for 2017
The Bureau of Land Management today recognized three hardrock mining companies and a recreational organization for advancing the use of sustainable development practices in their work.
BLM announces three selections for National Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board
The BLM announced today that the Secretaries of Interior and Agriculture have made selections for the three open positions on its nine-member National Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board.
BLM third quarter oil and gas lease sales hit combined $170.7 million
In keeping with the Administration’s goals of promoting America’s energy dominance, seven Bureau of Land Management state offices generated $170.7 million in bonus bids during their quarterly oil and gas lease sales.
BLM cancels 10 million acre Sagebrush Focal Area Withdrawal Proposal
Based on a recent analysis and review of data available that showed that future mining is not a significant threat to sage grouse habitat, the Bureau of Land Management has canceled its Sagebrush Focal Area withdrawal application and the Department’s proposed withdrawal of 10 million acres of federal lands from location and entry under the mining law in Greater Sage-grouse habitat in six Western States.
BLM proposes to suspend or delay parts of waste prevention rule
The Bureau of Land Management announced a proposal to temporarily suspend or delay certain requirements contained in the 2016 final Waste Prevention Rule until January 17, 2019.
Quick Facts
Safety through Energy Independence
The BLM’s innovative energy programs enhance national energy security, support job growth, and promote free markets. We use an “all of the above” energy development approach that puts America first. Our approach to energy development supported more than 241,000 jobs in Fiscal Year 2016, and generated $65.7 billion in economic output.
Greatness through Shared Conservation
As stewards, we manage public lands for the benefit of current and future generations, supporting conservation through partnerships and respect for communities, as we pursue our multiple-use mission. As a result, our National Conservation Lands program now oversees 5,761 miles of national scenic and historic trails and 2,423 miles of wild and scenic rivers for the American people.
Supporting the American Worker
Our multiple-use mission is a powerful tool for unlocking development of modern energy infrastructure, active timber management, and commercial recreation on public lands that support local jobs. In fiscal year 2015, the BLM’s management of public lands supported 374,000 jobs and provided $88 billion in American economic output.
Respecting the American Family
The BLM strives to be a good neighbor in the communities we serve, where we unlock opportunities for economic growth with respect for traditional uses, such as ranching, mining, logging, and energy development, as well as hunting and fishing. We want to ensure the American family maintains a strong connection to their public lands. In fact, more than 99 percent of BLM managed public lands are available for recreation, with no fee.
Securing America's Borders
Our agency promotes safety, security, and environmental protection of the almost 200 miles directly along the international boundary in New Mexico, Arizona, and California. Through partnerships, we have been fighting illegal smuggling and identifying transnational threats, all while promoting conservation efforts on these public lands. The result is a safe and secure environment for the public, employees, and public land users.
Preserving America's Cultural Resources
The BLM manages cultural and paleontological resources to benefit the public, ensuring the cultural, educational, aesthetic, inspirational, and scientific values are preserved, and the recreational and economic benefits are realized for today’s communities as well as future generations in compliance with Federal laws and regulations.
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America's public landscapes are healthy and productive. Learn more about how you can fully experience America the Beautiful.
2017 Total Solar Eclipse
Planning to watch this year's total solar eclipse? Public lands in Idaho, Oregon and Wyoming will offer prime viewing opportunities.
Careers
We facilitate opportunities for commercial, recreational and conservation activities on public lands. Find out how you can be part of the BLM team that's helping to support a stronger America.
Energy and Minerals
Learn more about our all-of-the-above approach to energy development that helps support local job creation and supports the America First Energy Plan.
Public Room
Want to dive deeper into our efforts to manage sustainable, working public lands? Our public room offers maps, reports, fact sheets and more.
E-Planning
Want to review and comment on BLM NEPA and planning projects? This site helps you search for projects by geographic location, project resource type, year, and other terms.
Volunteer
Partnerships and inclusion are vital to the BLM's work. Learn more about volunteer opportunities that contribute to sustainable, working public lands.
Planning
As stewards, we are always looking for ways to make public lands stronger and more productive. This site helps you learn, in detail, about our local public land management efforts.
