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McCain Valley Resource Conservation Area, Photo by Jesse Pluim, BLM

News.Bytes brings you the latest news, events, and opportunities happening on California Public Lands. Keep reading for the latest updates and features that celebrate the beauty, stories, and recreation these lands offer.

Featured News & Announcements

Solar Project, Photo by Dan Ryan, BLM

BLM Approves Sapphire Gen-Tie Line

The Sapphire gen-tie transmission line will connect the Sapphire Solar project to California’s grid, creating jobs and boosting energy reliability. Learn more

OHV in the sand, Photo by Neil Hamada, BLM

Help Shape the Future of OHV Recreation

The public comment period for the 2025 OHV Grants is now open. Your feedback helps shape responsible recreation and land stewardship on public lands. Learn more and submit comments by May 5

Damaged petroglyph panels at the Volcanic Tableland, Photo by BLM

BLM Seeks Information on Cultural Site Vandalism

BLM is offering a reward for information leading to those responsible for vandalizing a protected cultural site. Help us protect and preserve these irreplaceable places. Learn more

Headwaters Forest Reserve, Photo by Bob Wick

BLM is offering guided hikes by reservation along the Headwaters Forest Reserve’s Salmon Pass Trail. Discover the beauty and history of this unique landscape with expert guides. Learn more

This week at Interior, Photo by DOI

Volunteer and Community Efforts

Helicopter debris removal, Photo by BLM

BLM Clears 50,000 Pounds of Debris from Public Lands

BLM recently removed 24 abandoned vehicles and 50,000 pounds of debris from the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument, ensuring these lands remain clean and accessible. Learn more 

Volunteers cleaning up public lands, Photo by BLM

Volunteer Clean-Up Event in Sand to Snow National Monument

Join BLM and fellow volunteers for a cleanup effort at Whitewater Canyon Road in Sand to Snow National Monument. Help protect and preserve your public lands! Bring water, snacks, gloves, and sun protection. Learn more

Climbing Shark Fin at the Alabama Hills, Photo by Jesse Pluim, BLM

Celebrating Women in the Outdoors at Flash Foxy Climbing Festival

This Women’s History Month, BLM California’s Bishop Field Office is proud to support the Flash Foxy Climbing Festival, a three-day event dedicated to community, conservation, and responsible recreation. Join us March 14-16 in the Eastern Sierra to celebrate women’s leadership and stewardship on public lands. Learn more

Seymour’s Question of the Week

BLM’s mascot, Seymour the Antelope, challenges you to learn more about the life and ecology of your public lands. Check out this week’s question and see if you know the answer.

A tule elk bull at San Luis National Wildlife Refuge. Photo by John Heil, USFWS

Tule elk are the smallest type of elk in North America and are only found in California. But how much does a full-grown bull (male) tule elk usually weigh?

A) 100-300 pounds
B) 300-500 pounds
C) 500-700 pounds
D) 800-1,000 pounds

Scroll down for the answer!

Employee Spotlight

District Manager Gabe Garcia reads aloud to elemntary students, Photo by BLM

BLM Central California Reads with Students

The BLM Central California District joined Read Across America at Independence Elementary in Bakersfield. District Manager
Gabe Garcia shared the story of Smokey Bear and how to help prevent wildfires. Learn more

Answer to Seymour's Question of the Week

✅ Answer: C) 500-700 pounds

Tule elk bulls usually weigh between 450-700 pounds, though some can grow even larger. They are smaller than other elk species, which helps them thrive in California’s grasslands and wetlands.

Learn more about Tule elk from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife: https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Mammals/Elk/Tule-Elk

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