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#BLMAdventures of Arizona

The BLM in Arizona administers 12.2 million surface acres of public lands, and another 17.5 million subsurface acres within the state. With offices throughout the state providing on-the-ground field management, BLM balances recreational, commercial, scientific and cultural interests; striving for long-term protection of renewable and nonrenewable resources, including range, timber, minerals, recreation, watershed, fish and wildlife, wilderness, wild horses and burros, and natural, scenic, scientific and cultural values.

Get to know your public lands in Utah

This week of the #MyPublicLandsSummer, take a trip through the state of Utah! From spectacular red-rock canyons and roaring rivers to high mountain peaks and expansive salt flats, the BLM in Utah is unparalleled in scenic beauty.

The BLM in Utah has an abundance and diversity of recreational opportunities and stunning landscapes that attract visitors from across the state, region, country and world. From mountain biking Moab to canyoneering in the San Rafael Swell; river running Westwater Canyon to OHV riding Little Sahara; driving Nine Mile Canyon to hunting in the Henry Mountains, BLM-Utah provides countless opportunities to explore 23 million acres.

In addition to being a good steward of your public lands, please help others to be respectful and responsible by setting a good example.

Find your #BLMAdventures with BLM-Eastern States!

#BLMAdventures in Montana and the Dakotas

Opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, boating, horseback riding, hunting, camping and more abound on over 8 million acres of BLM-managed public lands in Montana and the Dakotas on a diverse scope of landscape types. 

Enjoy fly fishing on the Blackfoot River Corridor outside of Missoula, Montana or cast your lines on the Madison River while secluded in the Bear Trap National Wilderness Area.

Hike on many of the most scenic lands in Montana and the Dakotas. Whether you want to take a short day hike or a longer backcountry excursion, public lands offer a premier destination to take in a little nature.

BLM-managed lands in Montana and the Dakotas also are home to many historical and culturally significant area. Walk in the Lewis and Clark Expedition's step at Pompeys Pillar National Monument and along the Upper Missouri River Wild and Scenic River, or take a peek into yesteryear at Garnet Ghost Town in Western Montana.

Wildlife watching is made easy in one of the many wilderness study areas, and there are plenty of places to hunt, fish and camp in Montana and the Dakotas.

Explore your public lands in Oregon and Washington

The public lands in Oregon and Washington managed by the BLM offer you an abundance of recreation opportunities. Picnic with family and friends in western Oregon one weekend, then explore the remote wildlands east of the Cascade Mountains the next. Recreational settings include evergreen forests; high desert; lava flows; rugged river canyons and rushing whitewater; sand dunes; coastal headlands, spits, and estuaries; and cultural settings such as historic trails, ranches, and archeological sites. Hiking, camping, hunting, fishing and boating are just some of the many activities to enjoy on your public lands.

Don’t let the weather ruin your #MyPublicLandSummer

Before you head out to enjoy your public lands and experience your #BLMAdventures, make sure you and your family are prepared for anything. BLM-managed lands are some of the most exciting federally-managed public lands, but they can also be some of the most rugged. Be prepared and stay safe.

Don’t let the weather ruin your #MyPublicLandSummer. Thunderstorms and severe weather conditions such as flooding, are a common occurrence and can be dangerous. Check out these tips to help you prepare for inclement weather and #GetHomeSafe:

Always check the weather before you head out.

Carry a lightweight jacket in case of summer rain showers.

If you’re outside during a thunderstorm, avoid high peaks/ridges, isolated trees, and bodies of water.

Never lie flat on the ground during a thunderstorm.

During a flood warning, find shelter as quickly as possible. Do not walk, swim, or drive through flood waters.

Stay off of bridges over fast-moving water during a storm or flood.

For more safety tips, visit https://www.weather.gov/safety/lightning-tips and find weather reports at http://www.weather.gov/.

Outdoor opportunities in Wyoming

This week, take a tour through BLM-managed lands in Wyoming! The 18 million acres of public land in Wyoming managed by the BLM offer endless opportunities for the outdoors enthusiast. These public lands host many unique and special outdoor opportunities where visitors can enjoy some extraordinary scenery and learn more about the state’s history.

Check out the spectacular wilderness study areas, fish in one of the many blue-ribbon streams, or go mountain biking in some gorgeous backcountry. Take a step back in time to learn more about Wyoming’s history by exploring the National Scenic and Historic Trails, including the Oregon, California, Mormon Pioneer and Pony Express.

You don’t need binoculars to watch Wyoming’s world-class wildlife. You can see a variety of animals from big game like pronghorn, elk, deer, and moose to our small residents like the prairie dog, black footed ferrets, and badgers. Look up and you’ll see eagles, raptors, hawks and a diversity of migratory birds.

Your #BLMAdventures in California

Enjoy your #MyPublicLandsSummer in California this week! Public lands in the Golden State offer a sense of adventure for the outdoor enthusiast, offering rivers, trails, campgrounds, off-road open areas, and more. The experiences are as varied as the landscapes.