![Three bighorn sheep stand watch on a rock.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20170118222744im_/https://www.blm.gov/sites/blm.gov/files/styles/content_detail_photo/public/news_utah_blmapprovesfirstmasterleasingplaninutah.jpg?itok=AVMxYjzN)
The BLM released the final decision approving a plan that will guide responsible mineral development in and around Moab while also protecting important natural resources, iconic scenery, and recreational opportunities.
![Shooter aiming at a target.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20170118222744im_/https://www.blm.gov/sites/blm.gov/files/styles/content_detail_photo/public/easternlakemountainshootingclosurenews_utah_shooter.jpg?itok=7HQGuo_L)
Salt Lake Field Office (SLFO) today released a proposed plan that would ensure public safety and protect cultural resources by restricting target shooting on Eastern Lake Mountains
![Scenic view of the Indian Creek Area, Utah.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20170118222744im_/https://www.blm.gov/sites/blm.gov/files/styles/content_detail_photo/public/news_utah_BLMapprovesATVtrailinSanJuanCountyIndianCreekArea.jpg?itok=TLVxCqrd)
Monticello Field Office has approved an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) trail in the Indian Creek area northwest of Monticello, Utah.
![Image of pine cones on a tree covered in snow.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20170118222744im_/https://www.blm.gov/sites/blm.gov/files/styles/content_detail_photo/public/news_Utah_christmastreepermit.jpg?itok=QsCyN_BJ)
The holiday season is coming and thousands of people will be finding their trees on public lands this year.