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You are listening to On the Ground, a conversational podcast where we talk to the various scientists, firefighters, land managers, and all around fascinating people at the Bureau of Land Management. Join us as we talk about conservation, recreation, and commercial uses for your public lands.

  1. 09/24/2025

    BLM National Minerals Testing Laboratory - We Do That!

    In this debut episode of “We Do That!”, a special new mini-series from the BLM’s On the Ground podcast, we take a look at Wyoming’s National Minerals Testing Laboratory — a small but mighty facility doing big things for the management of our public lands. Included are behind-the-scenes insights on the facility’s history, discussion of ongoing mineral analysis processes, and visions for the future of the laboratory.

  2. 07/30/2025

    BLM New Mexico enhances sustainable recreation at Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument

    Kasha-Katue Tent Rocks National Monument is a unique geological destination for visitors from around the world. Turning from a hidden gem to a primary tourist destination here in New Mexico, the BLM—in partnership with Cochiti Pueblo—has taken steps to provide a sustainable recreational destination for visitors while also protecting its fragile resources.

  3. 05/19/2025

    BLM Recognizes National Wildfire Awareness Month (Part 3 of 3)

    In the final installment of BLM On the Ground’s three-part Wildfire Awareness Month podcast series, we discuss wildfire prevention education, the prevalence of human-caused wildfires, and the importance of public responsibility, such as preparing properly before recreating on public lands, checking fire danger levels, and reporting wildfires immediately.

  4. 05/12/2025

    BLM recognizes National Wildfire Awareness Month (Part 2 of 3)

    To continue our three-episode podcast series on wildfire awareness, this week’s episode delves into the importance of effective communication pertaining to fire prevention, examining best practices and strategic approaches employed by fire crews, as well as the major challenges and widespread public misconceptions surrounding wildfires.

  5. Legendary photographer Bob Wick reflects on capturing iconic BLM landscape images

    05/08/2025

    Legendary photographer Bob Wick reflects on capturing iconic BLM landscape images

    In December 2024, Backpacker.com magazine published an article titled, "Bob Wick Is the Greatest Outdoor Photographer You’ve Never Heard Of." You likely have seen his work on BLM.gov, in social media, in major newspapers and magazines, and on advocacy and industry websites. Today, we visit with the man himself: Bob Wick, whose primary job never was as a photographer.  A photographer captures the majesty of the mountains along the Old Spanish National Historic Trail. (Photo by Bob Wick, BLM)

  6. 05/05/2025

    BLM recognizes National Wildfire Awareness Month (Part 1 of 3)

    In recognition of Wildfire Awareness Month, On the Ground is kicking off a three-episode podcast series highlighting all things wildfires. The series dives into the critical roles, challenges, and innovations shaping how BLM Fire prevents and responds to wildfires today.  You’ll hear seasoned wildland firefighters discuss behind-the-scenes management strategies, and learn about the National Interagency Fire Center’s safety tips for the everyday public lands user.

  7. On the California-Arizona border, BLM takes steps to remove a term offensive to Native Americans

    01/17/2025

    On the California-Arizona border, BLM takes steps to remove a term offensive to Native Americans

    The Department of the Interior is changing many place-names on public lands to discontinue the use of terms that are considered derogatory to Native Americans. In Arizona's Yuma Field Office, this includes one lake on the Arizona-California border that was changed with the help of the Fort Yuma Quechan Tribe. In this report, Heather Feeney speaks to Ray Castro, Yuma Field Manager about the reasons and process for changing the name.

  8. BLM looks back on more than 50 years of managing conservation areas (Part 1 of 2)

    01/07/2025

    BLM looks back on more than 50 years of managing conservation areas (Part 1 of 2)

    In 2025, the Bureau of Land Management will celebrate 25 years since the creation of the National Landscape Conservation System in 2000. But to appreciate the breadth of National Conservation Lands, you actually need to go back more than 50 years.

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You are listening to On the Ground, a conversational podcast where we talk to the various scientists, firefighters, land managers, and all around fascinating people at the Bureau of Land Management. Join us as we talk about conservation, recreation, and commercial uses for your public lands.

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  • Creator
    Bureau of Land Management
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Clean
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    On the Ground