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BLM Seeks Input On Proposed Grassy Mountain Gold Mine - 08/08/25

VALE, Ore. — The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on a proposed gold mine and processing facility in Malheur County. This is the first draft analysis to adhere to the newly streamlined Department of the Interior National Environmental Policy Act procedures. While publications of a draft or final environmental analysis in the Federal Register are no longer required, information for these projects will be available on project websites.

"This Administration is committed to leveraging every available authority to expedite domestic mineral development," said Acting BLM Director Bill Groffy. "Our agency is instrumental in driving national economic growth and fostering local employment opportunities."

The Grassy Mountain gold mine project would be sited on public and private lands approximately 22 miles south of Vale. Construction and processing would occur over 10 years followed by four years of reclamation and 20 years of monitoring.

If approved, Paramount Gold Nevada could develop an underground mine, dedicated mill, and associated storage on approximately 469 acres of BLM-administered land. Additionally, some existing roads would be upgraded to access the operation.

The BLM will hold a public meeting from 5 to 7 p.m. MT Tuesday, Aug. 19, at the Vale District Office, 100 Oregon St., Vale. A virtual attendance option is available. Please contact Larisa Bogardus at lbogardus@blm.gov for details.

Additional information, including the draft environmental impact statement, is available at the BLM National NEPA Register, where comments may be submitted through the ‘Participate Now’ option (preferred). Comments may also be delivered to Attn: Grassy Mountain Gold Mine Project c/o Malheur Field Office, 100 Oregon St., Vale, OR 97918, or submitted to blm_or_vl_grassymtn@blm.gov. The 30-day comment period will close Sept. 8, 2025.

For more information, please call the Vale District Office at 541-473-3144 or email blm_or_vl_grassymtn@blm.gov.

-BLM-

The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

BLM Timber Sales To Offer Up To 58.5 Million Board Feet In Western Oregon (Photo) - 08/04/25

PORTLAND, Ore – The Bureau of Land Management will offer eight timber sales in August, totalling 58.5 million board feet to be harvested from 2,223 public acres across western Oregon. Timber produced by these sales will provide critical supplies for construction and other industries, and support jobs across local economies. 

 

"BLM-managed forests and woodlands have an abundance of timber resources that contribute to our domestic timber needs,” said BLM OR/WA State Director Barry Bushue. “BLM timber sales ensure we retain our domestic lumber supply, which promotes local job growth and reduces reliance on imported building supplies." 

 

The Coos Bay District will offer the Soup Bones CT timber sale (3.2 million board feet, 118 public acres) near Scottsburg in Coos County. The BLM will accept written and oral bids at 10 a.m. on Aug. 29 at the Coos Bay District Office, 1300 Airport Ln, North Bend. 

 

The Medford District will offer the Rouge Cypress timber sale (11.6 million board feet, 651 public acres) near Shady Cove in Jackson County. The BLM will accept written and oral bids at 9 a.m. on Aug. 28, at the Medford District Office, 3040 Biddle Rd, Medford. 

 

The Northwest Oregon District in Salem will offer three sales in Marion County: the For Granite timber sale (7.7 million board feet, 183 public acres) near Falls City; the Riley Coyote timber sale (7.3 million board feet, 167 public acres) near Falls City; and the Deer Slide timber sale (6.7 million board feet,160 public acres) near Sheridan. The BLM will accept written and oral bids at 9 a.m. on Aug. 27, at the Northwest Oregon District Office, 1717 Fabry Rd SE, Salem. 

 

The Northwest Oregon District in Springfield will offer two sales in Lane County: the Dueling Elk timber sale (8.7 million board feet, 368 public acres) near Blachly; and the Shotgun Formation timber sale (5.5 million board feet, 193 public acres) near Marcola. The BLM will accept written and oral bids at 10 a.m. on Aug. 28, at the Northwest Oregon District Office, 3106 Pierce Pkwy E, Springfield. 

 

The Roseburg District will offer the Noble Steed timber sale (7.8 million board feet, 383 public acres) near Oakland in Douglas County. The BLM will accept written and oral bids at 10 a.m. on Aug. 26, at the Roseburg District Office, 777 NW Garden Valley Blvd, Roseburg. 

 

In western Oregon, the BLM manages 2.4 million acres of some of the most productive forests in the world, and is committed to supplying a reliable, secure, and resilient domestic supply of timber. BLM forestry supports economic security, reduces risks from wildfire, conserves fish and wildlife habitat, and decreases costs of energy production. Local communities rely on jobs that come from BLM forests, and timber from public land feeds local industry. 

 

Each year, sales managed by the BLM’s forestry program in Oregon and Washington support approximately 2,000 local jobs and generate more than $1 billion for local economies. Revenue from timber sold on O&C lands is shared between the U.S. Treasury and 18 western Oregon counties. This funding provides local communities with the means to construct new county buildings; develop fairgrounds and museums; support libraries, schools, and jails; and build flood-control dams and reservoirs. 

 

-BLM- 

 

The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. 

  

 

Attached Media Files: BLM Oregon/Washington to offer 58.5 million board feet of timber in August 2025. (BLM file photo),

BLM Timber Sales In Oregon Bring In Nearly $13.5 Million (Photo) - 07/30/25

PORTLAND, Ore. – The Bureau of Land Management sold 47.7 million board feet of timber across 1,673 public acres for $13,489,277 in revenue in western Oregon in July. These sales will feed local mills and support jobs in western Oregon communities, producing enough timber to build roughly 3,000 homes. 

 

“Timber from BLM-managed forests is fueling jobs, industry, and economic growth across western Oregon,” said Acting BLM Director Bill Groffy. “These sales reflect our commitment to managing public lands in a way that strengthens rural communities, supports working forests, and ensures the responsible use of America’s natural resources.” 

 

These timber sales align with the Trump administration’s emphasis on maximizing the use of domestic resources, supporting rural economies and promoting American energy and materials independence. By accelerating active forest management and increasing access to public lands for responsible resource development, the BLM is helping meet national goals for job creation, reduced regulatory burdens and stronger supply chains for critical industries like homebuilding and timber production. 

 

The Roseburg District offered two sales near Oakland in Douglas County, the Mean Mustard timber sale (2.2 million board feet, 132 public acres) sold to Diamond J Timber Services of Drain for $333,176; and the Sternbreaker timber sale (6.9 million board feet, 247 public acres) sold to Rosboro Company, LLC, of Springfield for $1,725,397. 

 

The Northwest Oregon District sold the Mary Ellen timber sale (12.7 million board feet, 284 public acres) near Molalla in Marion County to Hampton Tree Farms, LLC, of Salem for $4,295,589. The district also offered a sale in Lane County, the Linebacker timber sale (6 million board feet, 191 public acres) near Marcola sold to Freres Lumber Co., Inc., of Lyons for $1,999,983. 

 

The Medford District sold the Big Dog timber sale (5.3 million board feet, 396 public acres) near Butte Falls in Jackson County to Murphy Company of Eugene for $693,102. 

 

The Coos Bay District sold the Blue Elk timber sale (14.6 million board feet, 423 public acres) near Scottsburg in Coos County to Boulder Creek Timber Co. of Roseburg for $4,442,030. 

 

In western Oregon, the BLM manages 2.4 million acres of some of the most productive forests in the world, and is committed to supplying a reliable, secure, and resilient domestic supply of timber. BLM forestry supports economic security, reduces risks from wildfire, conserves fish and wildlife habitat, and decreases costs of energy production. Local communities rely on jobs that come from BLM forests, and timber from public land feeds local industry. 

 

Each year, sales managed by the BLM’s forestry program in Oregon and Washington support approximately 2,000 local jobs and generate more than $1 billion for local economies. Revenue from timber sold on O&C lands is shared between the U.S. Treasury and 18 western Oregon counties. This funding provides local communities with the means to construct new county buildings; develop fairgrounds and museums; support libraries, schools, and jails; and build flood-control dams and reservoirs. 

 

-BLM- 

 

The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. 

 

Attached Media Files: BLM Oregon’s July timber sales brought in nearly $13.5 million, supporting jobs, local economies, and sustainable forest management. (BLM file photo),