U.S. Land Agency Plans to Pick New Office in West by SeptemberU.S. Land Agency Plans to Pick New Office in West by SeptemberThe bureau manages nearly 388,000 square miles, and 99% is in 12 Western states.Associated PressAssociated Press
BLM Lease Sale Nets $11.8 Million in WyomingBLM Lease Sale Nets $11.8 Million in WyomingIf leases result in producing oil or gas wells, royalties from production are also shared with the stateAssociated PressAssociated Press
Study Finds BLM Lands Contribute Billions From RecreationStudy Finds BLM Lands Contribute Billions From RecreationThe report focused on three main activities: hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing.Associated PressAssociated Press
BLM Acquires Casper Battle SiteBLM Acquires Casper Battle SiteMost had belonged to a ranch, and a local Shrine Club had owned a small portion. Associated PressAssociated Press
Storm-caused Fire South Of Rock Springs Has Grown to 19 Square MilesStorm-caused Fire South Of Rock Springs Has Grown to 19 Square MilesNo evacuation orders or road closures are in place.Tom MortonTom Morton
Wildland Fire Northeast Of Worland Is 30 Percent ContainedWildland Fire Northeast Of Worland Is 30 Percent ContainedNo structures, nor any injuries, have been reported lost so far.Tom MortonTom Morton
BLM Urges Caution With Fire On Public Lands During July 4thBLM Urges Caution With Fire On Public Lands During July 4thWildland fires can be started by campfires, shooting, motorized equipment, vehicles, trailer chains and other causes. Tom MortonTom Morton
BLM Offers Wildfire Prevention Tips For Wyoming ResidentsBLM Offers Wildfire Prevention Tips For Wyoming ResidentsOperating unauthorized unmanned aircraft system (drone) flights over or near a wildfire endanger the lives of pilots, firefighters and the public.Tom MortonTom Morton
BLM Withdraws Lander-area Public Land From MiningBLM Withdraws Lander-area Public Land From MiningThe BLM worked with Lander Cycling, the International Mountain Bike Association and the community to enhance the local recreational area southeast of Lander.Tom MortonTom Morton
Don’t Travel Off Existing Roads On Wyoming BLM-Administered LandsDon’t Travel Off Existing Roads On Wyoming BLM-Administered LandsThis spring, rangers will patrol popular shed hunting areas in southern Wyoming to ensure compliance with travel management rules.Tom MortonTom Morton