Jan 16, 2025 · BLM Oregon/Washington The Pacific Northwest has 16.1 million acres of public lands that unfold into a rich tapestry of diverse landscapes, starting where the mighty Columbia River crosses into northeastern Washington from Canada and ending at the lush headwaters of the Chetco River near California.

In western Oregon, the BLM manages two million acres of forest in a checkerboard ownership pattern. These forests provide important habitat for many threatened and endangered fish and wildlife species and are considered some of the most productive forests in the world.

Northwest Oregon employs foresters, land surveyors, wildlife biologists, hydrologists, fish biologists, botanists, outdoor recreation planners, civil engineers, computer specialists, fire managers, law enforcement officers, and other specialists to …

Feb 23, 2024 · More than 400,000 acres of public lands in Eastern Oregon are getting extra protections after a decision announced Friday by the Bureau of Land Management.

Dec 2, 2024 · As part of its commitment to healthy and productive landscapes, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is proposing to amend the Resource Management Plan (RMP) for public lands within the Southeastern Oregon planning area of the Vale District.

Sep 20, 2024 · Wildfires burned roughly half a million acres in Eastern Oregon this summer, greatly impacting ranchers who lease BLM rangeland, as well as logging, recreation, and wildlife protection.

Jul 17, 2024 · But with 25 law enforcement officers and five special agents employed across the entire state, BLM officers are overwhelmed by the number of illegal long-term campsites in Oregon.

The BLM OR Public Land Survey System (PLSS) Map Service represents township, range, section, special surveys and Federal Land ownership within Oregon and Washington. The PLSS is the basis for Federal land ownership.

Nov 12, 2024 · Trees greater than 40 inches in diameter or older than about 175 years are, in most cases, protected under the BLM’s 2016 management plan for Oregon’s Coast Range.

The members of the Bureau of Land Management Oregon/Washington State Leadership Team bring a combination of innovation and experience to the organization. Together, leaders and employees work side-by-side to manage 16.1 million acres …