Interior Newswire Report News
Rock County Corridor Plan Released for Public Comment
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS), Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), and Ice Age Trail Alliance are seeking input on a proposed plan for the Ice Age National Scenic Trail (Ice Age NST) corridor in Rock County, Wisconsin.
Boquillas Port of Entry Begins Summer Hours 2023
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
The Boquillas Port of Entry within Big Bend National Park, providing access to the town of Boquillas, Coahuila, Mexico, as well as the Mexican Protected Areas of Maderas del Carmen and Ocampo, will change to the summer schedule beginning Monday, May 1st.
National Park and Dunes Tourism Offer Volunteer Opportunities
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
Indiana Dunes National Park and Indiana Dunes Tourism have partnered to offer Drop-In Volunteering, a no-hassle volunteer option for those looking to help out at the Indiana Dunes.
Catoctin Mountain Park ramps up protection of native plants
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS) reminds visitors that the harvest of ramps, wild leeks, in Catoctin Mountain Park is illegal and kills native plants.
Lincoln Home National Historic Site Celebrates Junior Ranger Day 2023
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
On April 29, 2023, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Lincoln Home National Historic Site will join the National Park Service to celebrate Junior Ranger Day 2023.
American Battlefield Trust Park Day 2023
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
On Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Fort Donelson National Battlefield is holding its annual Park Day, inviting members of the public to take part in the cleaning of the 1,717 grave markers of the Fort Donelson National Cemetery.
National Park Service Midwest Regional Office Awards Voyageurs National Park Staff the 2022 Midwest Region Maintenance Facility Team of the Year Award
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
The Midwest Regional Office of the National Park Service (NPS) has awarded Voyageurs National Park’s maintenance team with the 2022 Midwest Region Maintenance Facility Team of the Year Award.
National Park Service Announces 2023 Youth Conservation Corps
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
We are looking for great young people to join our crew this summer! If you are a resident of St. John or St. Thomas, between the ages of 15 and 18, and interested in summer employment with the Youth Conservation Corps at Virgin Islands National Park, please download the 2023 YCC Crew Application or pick up an application form the park's Visitor Center in Cruz Bay, St. John, or the Tunick Building in St. Thomas.
Voyageurs National Park Reservations for 2023 Boat Tours and North Canoe Programs Open April 15
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
Voyageurs National Park staff announce ranger-led boat tours and North Canoe Voyage reservations open at 9:00 am CST on April 15 for the 2023 season.
May 2023 Events at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
May brings an abundance of blooming ʻōhiʻa lehua blossoms throughout the park, and a plethora of special events from live music, to Hawaiian cultural demonstrations, living history performances and more. Mark your calendar for these May events:
Weir Farm NHP Announces May 2023 Programs
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
Signs of spring are emerging at Weir Farm National Historical Park, and we are gearing up for the 2023 season. Park grounds are open daily, sunrise to sunset.
Cypress Camp Trail Fire Winds Down
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
Fire behavior on the Cypress Camp Trail Fire in Big Cypress National Preserve continues to decrease due to suppression efforts and high humidity.
National Park Service looking for an ace tennis operator
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS) is offering a long-term lease opportunity for the East Potomac Tennis Center.
Great American Outdoors Act funds $27 million in repairs at Minute Man National Historical Park
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
Minute Man National Historical Park received approximately $27.4 million in project funds from the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) to address deferred maintenance and repair needs for the park’s buildings, structures, landscape, trails, signage, and monuments in order to improve the visitor experience
Birding Walks offered at the National Park
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
Greet the morning with a ranger-led Birding program and immerse yourself in Indiana Dunes National Park on Thursday, April 13, 20, and 27 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
Cypress Camp Trail Fire Receives Precipitation
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
Fire behavior on the Cypress Camp Trail Fire in Big Cypress National Preserve has decreased significantly today with precipitation over the fire area. Creeping and smoldering continues to be observed in the prairies and pines.
Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site to Host Financial Literacy Program
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
On Saturday, April 15, at 2 pm the Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site, in partnership with RVA Financial, will host a program on financial literacy.
Big South Fork NRRA to Welcome New United States Citizens during 2023 National Park Week
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
The National Park Service and the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service will form a partnership conducting an official naturalization ceremony granting 65 people their citizenship on Thursday, April 27, 2023.
Crews Make Headway on Cypress Camp Trail Fire, Now 40% Contained
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
Fire crews made significant progress today on the Cypress Camp Trail Fire with containment rising to 40%, up 30% from yesterday. The fire is currently 9,722 acres.
Lassen Volcanic NP Transitions to Mobile and Electronic Payments
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 13, 2023
Beginning MAY 1, 2023, Lassen Volcanic National Park will transition to a fully cashless fee system and only accept mobile or electronic payments for entrance and permit fees.