BLM acquires lands for habitat conservation, recreation opportunities through LWCF

The Bureau of Land Management has acquired over 800 acres of land in five areas of northern California and northwest Nevada to improve opportunities for wildlife habitat conservation and public access for recreation. These acquisitions were funded by the Land and Water Conservation Fund and state grants. (BLM News Release)

Eagle Lake Field Office acquires Biscar, Reynolds and Swasey parcels

Learn more about these areas and what they have to offer, such as enhanced OHV opportunities, expanded mountain biking, hiking trails, and important habitats for wildlife. (BLM CA YouTube)

BLM expands public lands to enjoy in Lassen and Washoe Counties

We are fortunate to expand public access to such beautiful lands, including these parcels at Upper Smoke Creek in northeast California and Divine Springs in northwest Nevada. Learn more (BLM CA YouTube)

Carrizo Plains National Monument turns 22!

Happy Anniversary to the beautiful Carrizo Plains National Monument! This National Monument is one of the best-kept secrets in California. The plain is home to diverse communities of wildlife and plant species and is an area culturally important to Native Americans. (BLM CA Webpage)

Wild and Scenic Rivers anniversary

Happy 42nd Anniversary to the Eel, Klamath and Trinity Wild and Scenic Rivers. In addition to protecting and enhancing free-flow, water quality, and outstandingly remarkable values, wild and scenic rivers help protect biodiversity and increase resilience to the impacts of climate change. (BLM CA Webpage)

Recreating responsibly this winter

Winter recreation like snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and sledding can be a great way to explore your public lands. Before you go, it is important to check that the area is open. Have the proper safety gear for your winter adventures, which may include extra layers, and an avalanche beacon depending on the nature of your trip. (recreateresponsibly.org)

BLM to oversee Trinity County pile burn operations

The Redding Field Office crews are scheduled for a prescribed burn through Friday, January 27, near the Trinity County community of Douglas City, as conditions allow. (BLM News Release)

Know before you fly

Flying a drone near a wildfire is dangerous and can cost lives. When the public fly drones near wildfires, fire response agencies often ground their aircraft to avoid the potential for a midair collision. (knowbeforeyoufly.org)

Fire Restrictions & Fire Information

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!

Fireworks are not allowed on BLM-managed public lands.

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: Rangeland Management Specialist

Locations - Alturas, CA, Bakersfield, CA and Susanville, CA 
Salary: $46,696 - $85,971 per year
Positions close Feb 17

Other current open positions:

Natural Resource Specialist (Sage Grouse), GS-0401-7/9/11, Alturas or Cedarville CA - Closes 2/15
Management & Program Analyst GS-0343-9, Sacramento, CA. (limited to 50 applicants), Closes 2/1

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Biden-Harris Administration celebrates groundbreaking of new and affordable transmission line

Biden-Harris Administration celebrated the groundbreaking of Ten West Link, a 500kV high voltage transmission line that will connect Southern California and Central Arizona. (DOI News Release)

Interior Department finalizes offshore wind safety and environmental responsibilities

The Department of the Interior announced the transfer of regulations governing offshore renewable energy activities – including workplace safety and environmental compliance. (DOI News Release)

This Week at Interior - January 20

Secretary Haaland takes part in a groundbreaking event for Ten West Link, a new high voltage transmission line connecting Southern California and Central Arizona; responsibilities governing offshore renewable energy activities transfer from BOEM to BSEE; Interior leaders highlight investments in drought reduction; Joshua Tree National Park announces a new agreement to share resources with the Twenty-Nine Palms Band of of Mission Indians. (DOI YouTube)