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On the Ground

Hosted by Bureau of Land Management · government · EN · 26 episodes

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About this Podcast:

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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20%

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What is On the Ground about?

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.

What has On the Ground covered recently?

Recent episodes include "BLM National Minerals Testing Laboratory - We Do That!" (24 September 2025), "BLM New Mexico enhances sustainable recreation at Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument" (30 July 2025), and "BLM Recognizes National Wildfire Awareness Month (Part 3 of 3)" (19 May 2025).

How often does On the Ground publish?

On the Ground publishes roughly weekly across 26 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on On the Ground?

Booking probability for On the Ground is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. On the Ground requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. On the Ground's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch On the Ground?

The strongest fits for On the Ground are Environmental Agencies. On the Ground has a government audience.

About the host

On the Ground is a government show with 26 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • On the Ground

    BLM National Minerals Testing Laboratory - We Do That!

    Sep 24, 2025—S0

    <p>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...

  • On the Ground

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

    Jul 30, 2025—S0

    <p>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...

  • On the Ground

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

    May 19, 2025—S0

    <p>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...

  • On the Ground

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

    May 12, 2025—S0

    <p>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...

  • On the Ground

    Legendary photographer Bob Wick reflects on capturing iconic BLM landscape images

    May 8, 2025—S0

    <p>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...

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  • On the Ground

    BLM recognizes National Wildfire Awareness Month

    May 5, 2025—S0

    <p>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...

  • On the Ground

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

    May 5, 2025—S0

    <p>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...

  • On the Ground

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

    Jan 17, 2025—S0

    <p>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 Ground

    Three past officials reflect on the National Landscape Conservation System (Part 2 of 2)

    Jan 7, 2025—S0

    <p>In 2000, Secretary of the Interior Bruce Babbitt authorized the creation of the National Landscape Conservation System, the BLM's official directorate for managing National Conservation Lands. In this episode, we...

  • On the Ground

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

    Jan 7, 2025—S0

    <p>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...

  • On the Ground

    Utah couple exemplifies the enthusiasm and dedication of BLM's many volunteers

    Dec 19, 2024—S0

    <p>In this holiday season of giving, the BLM sincerely thanks the many thousands of volunteers who have freely given their time and efforts to care for public lands. Highlighted in this podcast episode are Sue and Jim...

  • On the Ground

    Restoring the land through plugging and partnerships: tackling orphaned wells in Wyoming

    Dec 2, 2024—S0

    <p>The BLM's onshore oil and gas program manages oil and natural gas extraction nationwide, bringing in billions of dollars to the U.S. Treasury from productive wells. But what happens if the wells we manage are no...

  • On the Ground

    BLM issues call to restore our public lands

    Nov 22, 2024—S0

    <p>The Bureau of Land Management today announced a Restoration Blueprint that outlines the need for additional investment to restore public lands. As the largest land manager in the country, BLM is launching the...

  • On the Ground

    BLM-IWJV Partnership fills skills gaps and creates conversations in Montana

    Nov 12, 2024—S0

    <p>In 2023, BLM announced an interagency agreement with the Intermountain West Joint Venture to improve sagebrush ecosystems. One year later, we take a look at what IWJV is doing with some of the funding in Montana. We...

  • On the Ground

    Podcast: Partnership fills skills gaps and creates conversations in Montana

    Nov 12, 2024—S0

    <p>In 2023, BLM announced an interagency agreement with the Intermountain West Joint Venture to improve sagebrush ecosystems. One year later, we take a look at what IWJV is doing with some of the funding in Montana. We...

  • On the Ground

    Partnership fills skills gaps and creates conversations in Montana

    Nov 12, 2024—S0

    <p>In 2023, BLM announced an interagency agreement with the Intermountain West Joint Venture to improve sagebrush ecosystems. One year later, we take a look at what IWJV is doing with some of the funding in Montana. We...

  • On the Ground

    Sentinel Landscapes initiative in Arizona brings agencies and landowners together on common goals

    Oct 16, 2024—S0

    <p>The Sky Islands of southeastern Arizona are a bowl-like natural feature that blocks out many electromagnetic signals. This is an ideal environment for the Department of Defense to train intelligence specialists and...

  • On the Ground

    Elko, Nevada residents rally to create new non-motorized trail system

    Oct 2, 2024—S0

    <p>Between Elko and Spring Creek, Nevada, a group of residents and recreation enthusiasts from the Elko Trail Systems Initiative (ETSI) is working with BLM's Tuscarora Field Office to create a new non-motorized trail...

  • On the Ground

    New Iron Hills Trail System segment in Utah receives a critical investment of funds and partners

    Sep 18, 2024—S0

    <p>BLM-Utah's Color Country District received funding from the Inflation Reduction Act to expand its network of recreation trails at Iron Hills near Cedar City, Utah. In this episode, Mike Innes, an Outdoor Recreation...

  • On the Ground

    BLM uses acoustic bird monitoring to learn more about bank swallows in Alaska

    Sep 11, 2024—S0

    <p>Along the Dalton Highway in Alaska, BLM spends its first field season using acoustic bird monitoring to learn more about bank swallows and their nesting habits.</p>

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Jim Johnston

Dr, OOIDA

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Sue Johnston

artemisgroup.co.nz

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Intermountain West Joint Venture

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