Turtle Mountains Wilderness, Needles Field Office
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ISSUE 1020 - October 7, 2022
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Teachers on public lands
Bureau of Land Management California was happy to host teacher Carine Schlesinger at the Cosumnes River Preserve for the Teachers on the Public Lands program. While assigned there she developed a traveling trunk show for other teachers, providing lesson plans about the Preserve. (BLM CA Facebook)
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A lesson on Safe Passages
At the Take A Kid Mountain Biking Day event in Monterey County last weekend, Ranger Tammy from the Fort Ord National Monument gave children a lesson on Safe Passages, a trail etiquette and safety initiative, and had a fun coloring activity to keep them engaged! (BLM CA Facebook)
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Ruff! Some happy pups hit the trails in SoCal
The Happy Tails program acquainted dog owners with trail safety practices while introducing them to the Sand to Snow National Monument. Participants met up at The Wildlands Conservancy’s Whitewater Preserve, where they went for a hike exploring California and learning about trial ethics when bringing your pets. (BLM Facebook)
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Join the Northern CA Resource Advisory Council!
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking nominations for the Northern California Resource Advisory Council to help improve public land management nationwide. These citizen-based committees assist in the development of recommendations that address public land management issues. (BLM CA News Release)
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The BLM Alabama Hills National Scenic Area now offers an improved camping experience for public land users
The BLM and its partners have completed improvements to the Alabama Hills National Scenic Area. Signs have been installed to clearly mark 50 designated campsites and day-use-only areas throughout the Hills. Enhancements to this special place will help improve public access and create a more enjoyable recreation experience, while maintaining incredible views and preserving this remarkable landscape. (BLM CA News Release)
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Higher flows near the Kerckhoff Dam
The San Joaquin River Gorge Recreation Area may still be enjoyed; however, please be safe and avoid entering the river channel to the high water mark. PG&E will be performing annual maintenance at the Kerckhoff Dam through October 30th and changes in flows can be dangerous. (BLM CA Twitter)
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BLM and partners complete salmon habitat restoration
The lower Mattole River and estuary had become a barren channel, leaving habitats sparse and unfavorable for wildlife, including salmon and steelhead. Teams recently completed a decade-long effort to restore three miles of habitat. Read more on our blog.
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 Know someone looking for a career in wildland fire? We are having two hiring events in November where hiring officials will be available to answer questions, review resumes, and help applicants navigate the application process. Job offers may be made on-the-spot! Learn more on our website!
BLM Fire is hosting a nationwide hiring webinar to educate prospective applicants about wildland fire careers and how you can get started today. Join us via Teams Live on Tuesday, 10/18 from 10-11:30pm PST
The BLM plans prescribed fire in Sacramento River Bend area
Fire crews from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) are planning a prescribed fire for Wednesday, Oct. 12, in the Sacramento River Bend Area north of Red Bluff in Tehama County. Burning will take place only if weather conditions allow for safe and successful burning. (BLM CA News Release)
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Fire restrictions lifted in NW California
The Bureau of Land Management has eased some fire restrictions on public lands managed by its Arcata and Redding field offices in Humboldt, Mendocino, Del Norte, Trinity, Shasta, Butte, Tehama and Siskiyou counties. (BLM CA News Release)
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Prescribed fire continues near Eagle Lake
Together with our partners at CAL FIRE and Lassen National Forest, Bureau of Land Management fire and fuels crews from the Eagle Lake Field Office were able to successfully complete 35 acres of prescribed fire to improve habitat and reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfire. (BLM Facebook)
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As we head into the weekend, please remember to park in areas that are clear of grass and brush. Average temperatures from an exhaust system can reach between 900 - 1600 degrees, depending on how long you have been driving. We're not out of the woods yet when it comes to wildfire potential. (BLM Fire Twitter)
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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!
Know before you go
BLM California fire restrictions or temporary public land closures are used to reduce the risk of wildfires and protect the public. View all current fire restrictions and fire orders on our interactive maps or the BLM Fire Restriction webpage.
Fireworks are not allowed on BLM-managed public lands.
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Rattle snakes find their prey in the dark by________.
- Using their extremely long tongue and probing.
- By emitting sound and using echolocation to target them.
- By triangulating their prey’s position using their heat sensing organs.
Photo by Russ Namitz, BLM
Scroll down for answer!
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Interior invests $180 million through the BIL in 2022 for wildfire mitigation and resilience
As climate change increases the threat of wildfires, Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding will accelerate efforts to address wildfires. These additional investments in the Department of Interior's wildland fire management will continue through 2026 and total $1.5 billion. (DOI News Release)
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Interior Department moves forward with leasing provisions mandated in Inflation Reduction Act
The Department of the Interior today announced next steps that the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management and Bureau of Land Management will take to comply with congressional direction on oil and gas leasing through the Inflation Reduction Act. (DOI News release)
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Interior bureaus and personnel are part of the federal response to Hurricane Ian; Interior announces a series of new policies to advance transparent, accountable and effective policing practices; Interior releases its Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan Progress Report. (DOI YouTube)
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Hills Happenings - Oct 19
At this virtual event you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and hear updates as the BLM and its partners implement the Alabama Hills Management Plan to preserve this phenomenal landscape and improve the recreational experience through changes to camping. We will also share ways you can help take care of the Alabama Hills. (Facebook)
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Hike at Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument - Oct 24
Come out to celebrate the Monument’s 22nd anniversary with a special hike at the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. Join us as we check out the spectacular Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail and learn about some of the epic resources unique to the Monument! (Facebook)
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Question of the Week Answer
If you answered C, you are correct!
Rattle snakes are part of the group of snakes called pit vipers. They have special heat sensing organs that allow them to "see" their prey in the dark - up to 2 feet away in complete darkness! Also, these two heat sensing pits are positioned in slightly different locations on the left and right side of the face so they can triangulate the exact location of their prey.
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