Study evaluates economic impact of ‘quiet recreation’ on BLM lands

(Photo by Josh Edge/APRN)Normally when we hear about the value of territory managed by the Bureau of Land Management, it’s in the context of how the land can be used for oil and gas development, mineral extraction, or ranching.
But, a recent study by an outside group takes a look at other economic benefits of the land.
Ken Rait is the director of the U.S. public lands program at The Pew Charitable Trusts.
“For decades, BLM lands have been seen as treasure troves for energy developers