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Calling all photographers! 📸
Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area is turning 25 as public land in 2026, and we want YOUR help celebrating this special place!
The @BLM_ES Lower Potomac Field Station is seeking photo submissions that capture the beauty, wildlife, recreation, and diverse landscapes of Meadowood in Virginia. From peaceful trails and scenic views to unforgettable wildlife moments, we want to see Meadowood through your lens.
Selected photos may be featured in BLM educational materials, printed and digital publications, social media, and other outreach efforts.
Help us celebrate 25 years of Meadowood by sharing your favorite photos!
Learn more and submit your photos by November 30: ow.ly/Oa5R5106Cms
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This Veterans Day, we recognize and honor the veterans who have served our country and continue to make a difference through their work caring for America’s public lands. Public lands offer opportunities for connection, healing, and renewal, while also providing meaningful career paths for those who have served. Today, we celebrate the veterans on our team and thank them for their dedication, service, and contributions.
Tomorrow is Veterans Day, and we’re rolling out a big thank you to those who have served! In honor of our veterans, entrance fees are waived at participating BLM-managed recreation sites on November 11.
It’s the perfect chance to get outside, soak up some fresh air, and explore the incredible public lands we all share. Whether you’re hiking, birdwatching, or just enjoying the view, these landscapes are here for everyone.
To all veterans: we are deeply grateful for your service and sacrifice. Thank you for helping protect the freedoms that make these wild places possible.
Plan your adventure, bring your friends and family, and let’s celebrate together on your public lands! 🌄
📸: Goodale Campground, BLM California, Jesse Pluim
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Unlocking America’s resources just got a whole lot easier! 🗺️✨
We’re excited to announce the launch of our new interactive mapping tool for information on critical mineral deposits, mining claims, and infrastructure. This user-friendly resource helps industry leaders and state partners pinpoint opportunities for responsible, domestic mineral development.
By making this data more accessible, we’re supporting informed exploration and strengthening America’s critical mineral supply chain, fueling innovation, clean energy, and economic growth.
Ready to explore? Dive into the map and see how we’re working to keep our public lands productive and sustainable for generations to come.
Learn more: ow.ly/yCos51055u6
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Get your kicks on Route 66! 🎵
The Mother Road is rolling into her centennial, and we’re celebrating 80 years of BLM stewardship across America’s public lands! From Arizona’s quirky Oatman Road to New Mexico’s ancient cultural treasures and California’s sun-soaked Mojave Desert, BLM-managed lands are your passport to adventure along this legendary highway.
Ready for a Route 66 road trip? Take the scenic route and discover the stories, landscapes, and history that make this journey truly iconic. Whether you’re chasing neon signs, exploring hidden trails, or soaking up desert sunsets, there’s a piece of Route 66 magic waiting for you on public lands.
Start planning your adventure and see where the road takes you! 🚗✨
Read more: blm.gov/blog/2026-11-05/wher…
📸: Route 66, Bob Wick
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This Veterans Day, we’re proud to honor those who have served by making it easier than ever for veterans, service members, and military families to connect with the great outdoors. 🌄
From veteran-led hikes in Utah’s Grandstaff Canyon to special events across the country, there are countless ways to get outside, explore, and enjoy the public lands we all share. Whether you’re seeking adventure, relaxation, or a chance to connect with community, there’s something for everyone.
Learn more: ow.ly/6Xjk5104jxn
📸: NPS photo, Adaptive hikers on the Ute Trail in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
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Public lands should be managed by the people closest to the land, not held back by D.C. bureaucracy.
We’re making it easier to conserve natural resources, boost production and create a more affordable and abundant supply of food and energy for American families.
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From coast to coast, your public lands are generating energy and fueling brighter futures for our communities.
Billions in energy and mineral revenues are making a difference every day, supporting local schools, building better roads, and strengthening public services. That’s a win-win for America’s landscapes and the people who call them home!
A few highlights:
🌵 New Mexico: $5.26 billion
🏔 Wyoming: $484.53 million
🌾 Montana/Dakotas: $126.75 million
⛰ Utah: $124.09 million
Learn more: ow.ly/LBtW5103Tb7
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The outdoors should be for everyone! 🌄✨
We’re excited to share a brand-new interactive map that makes it easier than ever to discover accessible adventures on public lands. Whether you’re searching for a scenic drive, a wheelchair-friendly trail, or a spot to soak up nature with friends and family, this tool helps you find the perfect place to make memories.
From wide-open vistas to cozy campgrounds, there’s something for every explorer. Start planning your next adventure and see just how accessible the great outdoors can be! ow.ly/A4jQ5103ywH
📸: BLM Photo
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Happy Manatee Awareness Day!
Today we’re shining a spotlight on Florida’s gentle giants, the manatees! These peaceful plant-eaters spend their days gliding through our waterways, munching on seagrass, and playing a vital role in keeping aquatic ecosystems healthy and thriving. 🌱
Want to help protect manatees? Here’s how you can make a difference:
🛥️ Observe posted speed limits in manatee zones, slow boats save lives!
🚮 Keep waterways clean and free of trash. Every bit helps.
👀 Give manatees plenty of space when viewing them in the wild, admire from a distance and let them be wild.
Let’s celebrate these remarkable animals and do our part to keep their waters safe and healthy for generations to come! 💙
📸: Manatees at Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse, @BLM_ES photo
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Bats may be small, but their impact is mighty! 🦇✨
These nighttime acrobats are unsung heroes on our public lands, devouring insects, supporting healthy ecosystems, and keeping nature in balance. Recent monitoring in Minnesota uncovered an impressive cast of characters: little brown bats, hoary bats, silver-haired bats, eastern red bats, and big brown bats all making their homes on BLM-managed lands!
Each species plays a unique role in the landscape, from pest control to pollination. Protecting their habitats means healthier forests, thriving crops, and vibrant communities for generations to come.
Curious about the remarkable bats of the eastern U.S. and why they matter? Discover their stories and how you can help protect these winged wonders! blm.gov/blog/2026-10-23/bat-…
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📸: Courtesy of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
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Hey Girl, Ryan GosWING just swooped in and claimed the Bat Beauty Contest crown! 🦇✨
He had us at “I’m just Bat.” This pallid bat heartthrob has stolen our hearts and flown straight into the winner’s circle. Looks like he’s officially the bat we can’t stop thinking about!
But Ryan isn’t just a pretty face, bats are nature’s pest control, gobbling up insects that can damage crops. Some species even pollinate plants and spread seeds, making them the true stars of the night shift!
Want to help bats shine?
🌸 Plant native flowers
🚫 Reduce pesticide use
🔇 Keep noise levels low near roosts
🦇 Avoid disturbing bats in their resting spots
Every little bit helps these amazing creatures thrive!
Thanks to everyone who voted and made this Bat Week a bat-tacular success. Happy Halloween! 🎃🦇
📸: Ryan GosWING, Pallid Bat, @BLMOregon Emma Busk
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Bats are on the move, and our public lands are helping reveal their incredible journeys! 🦇✨
New wildlife-tracking towers on BLM-managed lands in Montana are giving researchers a front-row seat to the secret lives of bats. Thanks to Montana’s expanding Motus tracking network, we’re learning more than ever about where these nighttime travelers go and how they use our landscapes. One recent highlight? A northern hoary bat, originally tagged in Utah, was detected as it made its way north toward the Midwest, talk about a cross-country adventure!
These high-tech towers are unlocking valuable insights into migration routes, habitat needs, and the challenges bats face along the way. Every signal brings us closer to understanding and protecting these vital members of our ecosystems.
Curious to learn more about how technology is helping bats? Read the full story here: ow.ly/BrUX5102tsZ
📸: Photo by Jesse Hankins, BLM Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument wildlife biologist
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Millions of bats, one legendary cave! 🦇✨
Hidden in the wilds of eastern Nevada, Rose Guano Cave is a true marvel of BLM-managed public lands. Each year, between 1 and 3 million bats call this cave home during their epic migrations.
As the sun sets, thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats burst from the cave, swooping into the night sky on a mission: devour insects by the millions! Their nightly flights help protect crops, keep agricultural pests in check, and maintain the balance of our ecosystems. Talk about nature’s pest control squad!
We’re proud to work with partners to safeguard this vital habitat while ensuring responsible public access. Seasonal closures give these winged wonders the space they need to raise their young and complete their incredible journeys.
Curious to learn more about the bats of Rose Guano Cave and how you can help protect them? Read the full story here➡️ ow.ly/vujV5102sHH 🦇🌄
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📸: Photo of cave exterior by Jason Williams
📸: Photo of bat in flight by Joseph Danielson
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The Bat Beauty Contest FINALS have landed! 🦇✨
It all comes down to this—who will soar away with the crown? 👑
Will it be Ryan GosWING, the pallid bat heartthrob with wings of gold and a swoon-worthy stare? 💘
Or Batty White, our fabulous golden girl of the hairy-legged vampire bats, dazzling us all with her fang-tastic flair? 👄
Only YOU can decide who becomes our Bat Beauty Champion! 👑 Who will it be?
Cast your final vote now at ow.ly/G6gq5102fLy and help your favorite bat take flight to victory!
Don’t fly away, our winner will be revealed on Halloween! 🎃 Stay tuned for the big announcement and thank you for making this year’s contest a real wing-ding! 🦇🎉
📸: Photo One: Ryan GosWING, Pallid Bat, @BLMOregon Emma Busk
📸: Photo Two: Batty White, Hairy-legged vampire bat, courtesy of Jose G. Martinez-Fonseca, Wildlife Photographer
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The Golden Girl takes the win! Now that’s what we call a BAT-tle! 🦇✨
Batty White, our fabulous hairy-legged vampire bat, just soared through Round 2 of the semifinals, proving she’s still got the golden touch! With her charm, talent, and a few tricks up her wing, could she be the first Lady of Television and our next Bat Beauty Champion? She’s ready to thank her fans for being a friend as she glides into the finals!
But don’t count out Ryan GosWING just yet! This dashing pallid bat is ready to go full La La Land and show he’s more than just a pretty face. He’s already stolen plenty of hearts, will he steal the spotlight, or will Batty White have her Golden Girls finale? The choice is yours!
The finals take flight tomorrow, October 30! Cast your vote and help crown this year’s Bat Beauty Champion. Voting stays open until midnight MST, and the winner will be revealed on Halloween! 🎃
While these two stars battle for the crown, let’s give bats a standing ovation for all they do. From controlling insect populations to pollinating plants and spreading seeds, bats are true night-flying superheroes keeping our ecosystems healthy and thriving.
Who will take the crown? Get ready for a fang-tastic finale! 🦇🌟
📸: courtesy of Jose G. Martinez-Fonseca, Wildlife Photographer
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The skies are getting crowded, and we couldn't be happier.
Fall migration brings thousands of birds along the Pacific Flyway. @BLMNational's Cosumnes River Preserve, provides vital habitat for sandhill cranes, ducks and geese to rest and refuel.
It’s a hair-raising showdown! 🦇 Batty White, our fabulous hairy-legged vampire bat, is facing off against ChewBATca, the big brown bat with serious Wookiee vibes! Will Batty White dazzle her way to the crown, or will ChewBATca roar into the finals and claim the title?
Your vote decides who soars one step closer to Bat Beauty glory! 👑 The competition is fierce, and every wingbeat counts. Cast your vote and help us crown the next champion, just remember, one vote per person keeps things fair for all our furry flyers! 🦇
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📸: Photo One: courtesy of Jose G. Martinez-Fonseca, Wildlife Photographer
📸: Photo Two: Chewbatca, by Hannah Cowan, @BLMUtah
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He's GosWINGing all the way to the finals! 🌟🦇
Congratulations to Ryan GosWING, the pallid bat, for winning the Semifinals Round 1 and securing his spot in the Bat Beauty Contest FINALS! 🏆
He's got the looks, he's got the wings, and now he's one step closer to the crown! 👑 Will Ryan swoop in and take home the title of Bat Beauty Champion?
Stay tuned as our semifinal matchups continue! The final flight to the crown is almost here! 🦇
📸: Ryan GosWING, Pallid Bat, BLM Oregon & Washington Emma Busk
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Bureau of Land Management - National retweeted
$21.8 BILLION. Yes, billion with a B.
That's how much Interior disbursed from energy and mineral production in FY 2026, the second-largest annual total in our history!
America's natural resources are helping fund conservation, infrastructure, and communities nationwide.
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