February 5, 2021 3:20 a.m.

The Bureau of Land Management has implemented a mask requirement for employees, visitors, partners and contractors in all BLM facilities and buildings.

A release said in addition, masks are required outdoors on public lands where physical distancing is not feasible.

BLM Deputy Director of Operations Mike Nedd said “Getting outside and enjoying our public lands is a great way to be active during the pandemic. We want to make sure our employees and visitors remain safe while recreating on BLM-managed land”.

The release said the mask mandate on BLM-managed land includes narrow or busy trails, overlooks, and historic homes”.

The requirement is in support of President Biden’s Executive Order: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/01/20/executive-order-protecting-the-federal-workforce-and-requiring-mask-wearing/