Dramatic geological features at Afton Canyon
Also known as the "Grand Canyon of the Mojave" – Afton Canyon Natural Area is popular for birdwatching, camping, hiking, hunting, OHV use, horseback riding, stargazing and photography! It truly is a unique site managed by the BLM Barstow Field Office in southern California. (BLM CA Website)
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Visiting Berryessa Snow Mountain
The Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument, managed by the Bureau of Land Management and Mendocino National Forest, has some of the most scenic and biologically diverse landscapes in northern California. They range from rolling, oak-studded hillsides to steep creek canyons and ridgelines with expansive views. (BLM CA Website)
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Guidance for recreating in restoration areas
Has a wildfire burned through your favorite recreation spot? Our partners at Leave No Trace have put together some helpful guidelines to prepare you for your visit. Following these recommendations can help protect you and the land!
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Tips for organizing a beach clean-up
This week was Clean Beaches Week and it's a perfect time to celebrate our beautiful beaches along the California Coastal National Monument and strive to keep them clean! Here's some great tips from our friends at NEEF.
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BLM approves expansion of existing sand and gravel quarry
The Bureau of Land Management has approved the expansion of Simon Quarry, an existing sand and gravel quarry on public land near Indio in Riverside County. (BLM CA News Release)
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SoCal Adaptive Sports provides access to BLM public lands
Recently Friends of the Desert Mountains teamed up with SoCal Adaptive Sports to host an outing to Tahquitz Canyon. Tribal Ranger Isaiah led them through the giant, granite boulder-studded, streamside trail located in the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto National Monument. (BLM CA Facebook)
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OHV bridge repairs at South Cow Mountain
The Ukiah Field Office has been working hard to rebuild many of the OHV bridges at South Cow Mountain OHV Recreation Area damaged by the River Fire in 2018. Check out the before and after images on Flickr to see what a fine job they did improving the routes!
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Biden-Harris Administration announces members to Wildfire Commission
The Wildland Fire Mitigation and Management Commission will play a key role in recommending ways that federal agencies can better prevent, mitigate, suppress and manage wildland fires. It will also recommend policies and strategies on how to restore the lands affected by wildfire. (DOI News Release)
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Don't let target shooting end with wildfire
Target shooting is the cause of multiple wildfires every year! Always check local fire restrictions on any public lands you may visit. Depending on current conditions, some areas don't allow any target shooting at all, while others only allow it in the cool mornings. Current BLM target shooting restrictions can be found on our website.
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Back-to-back assignments for DMIHC
After a few days of rest, the Diamond Mountain Interagency Hotshot Crew are ready for their next assignment! In June the hotshot crew were assigned to the Graham Fire in the Ishi Wilderness Area. Then after assisting on another local fire, they loaded up and headed to the Southwest for a preposition assignment in Tucson, Arizona. (BLM CA Facebook)
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Have you checked out BLM California's Wildfire Dashboard? At a glance you'll be able to get updates on large fires in California, view smoke impacts, check fire restrictions and find other helpful wildfire links. Bookmark it now!
BLM California fire restrictions or temporary public land closures are used to reduce the risk of wildfires and protect the public. Often times these preventative measures focus on human-related activities, such as campfires, off-road driving, equipment use and recreational target shooting, since human-related activities are the number one cause of a wildfires. View all current fire restrictions and fire orders on our interactive maps or the BLM Fire Restriction webpage.
Criteria to build a campfire, where allowed, outside of developed campgrounds:
- maintain a five-foot diameter area cleared to bare soil and free of any overhead flammable materials in all directions around the campfire,
- have on hand a functioning round-point shovel, with an overall length of at least 35 inches, that can be easily accessed within a reasonable amount of time in response to a fire ignition,
- possess a valid California Campfire Permit, available free of charge at CAL FIRE's website.
Fireworks are not allowed on BLM-managed public lands
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Now Hiring for BLM California
Bureau of Land Management California is looking to fill multiple jobs across the state. For all current vacancies, visit USAJOBS.
Featured Job: Wildlife Biologist - GS-7, Seasonal
Location: Various, CA
Pay: $44,740-$58,158 per year
Position closes July 12th - Apply today!
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Here's a few more open positions:
Property Management Specialist - GS-7/9, Permanent
Forestry Technician (Lead IHC Member) - GS-6/7, Permanent
Supervisory Outdoor Recreation Planner - GS-11, Permanent
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