“Unexpected Closure Hits Visitor Centers Until Further Notice”
Due to unspecified reasons, certain visitor services at Joshua Tree National Park are temporarily closed. The announcement, made on the park’s official website, did not…
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“Seasonal Fire Restrictions Lifted in Northern California and Northwest Nevada by BLM”
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has lifted the seasonal fire restrictions in northern California and northwest Nevada. The BLM oversees approximately 245 million acres…
“BLM Sets Controlled Burns Near Eagle Lake to Preserve Land Health”
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is planning to conduct prescribed burns near Eagle Lake to help sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the…
“BLM Set to Round-Up Wild Horses, Burros at Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake”
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is planning to gather wild horses and burros at the Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake. The BLM is…
“Joshua Tree National Park’s West Entrance Makeover: Progress in Pictures!”
The construction of the new west entrance to Joshua Tree National Park continues to make significant progress. The relocation of the entrance is taking place…
“49 Palms Closure Extended Till November 2025”
The popular 49 Palms attraction will remain closed until November 7, 2025, according to an announcement made on the Joshua Tree National Park website. The…
“BLM Initiates Prescribed Burns in NE California, NW Nevada to Mitigate Wildfire Threats”
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced plans to conduct prescribed burns in Northeast California and Northwest Nevada. This action is part of a…
“New Fee Changes at Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area Start October 1”
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), which oversees approximately 245 million acres of public land primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, has announced changes…
“Joshua Tree National Park Centers to Shut Early this September 30”
Joshua Tree National Park has announced that its visitor centers will be closing early on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. This change in operation hours will…
“Stargazers Unite: 2025 Annual Dark Sky Fest Illuminates America’s Public Lands”
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced its 2025 Annual Dark Sky Fest. The BLM, which manages approximately 245 million acres of public land…
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