News from April 2023
Bureau of Land Management seeks public comment for oil and gas lease sale
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Consistent with the direction in the Inflation Reduction Act, the Bureau of Land Management Nevada State Office released an environmental assessment analyzing four parcels (4,720 acres) for the proposed July 2023, Competitive Oil and Gas Lease Sale
BLM opens public scoping for the Reno to Las Vegas Fiber Optic Project
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), will conduct public scoping on the proponent proposed construction and operation of the Reno to Las Vegas Fiber Optic Project, an approximately 450-mile-long underground fiber optic line.
The BLM announces final work from the 2022 Canyon Country District Artist in Residence, begins accepting applications for fall 2023
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Bureau of Land Management is pleased to share the work produced by the first Canyon Country District Artist in Residence, H. Walck, and announces the availability of applications for a residency in the fall of 2023.
BLM awards multi-year contracts to address orphaned wells with Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management has awarded multiple contracts, supported through funding from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to plug and remediate orphaned oil and gas wells on America’s public lands.
BLM Seeks Comments on Proposed Supplementary Rule for Canyons of the Ancients National Monument
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments on a proposed supplementary rule for Canyons of the Ancients National Monument.
BLM approves Cottonwood Creek Wild and Scenic River Comprehensive Management Plan
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Bureau of Land Management, in partnership with the Inyo National Forest, approved a comprehensive river management plan and environmental assessment for the Cottonwood Creek Wild and Scenic River in Inyo County.
Wright Company Factory Damaged in Fire
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The Wright Company Factory, the place where the Wright brothers started the modern aviation industry with the first purpose-built airplane manufacturing site in the United States, was damaged in a fire that started around 2:00 am on Sunday, March 26 and burned throughout the day.
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Share Overview of Storm Damage and Early Estimates for Reopening Timelines
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Leadership from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, in partnership with Tulare County and Caltrans, hosted a public meeting in Three Rivers, CA last night, at which the parks shared their current estimated time frames for reopening various areas to the public
Hampton Welcomes the Return of Restored Erard Harp
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Of Hampton’s 45,000-object collection, the Erard harp is a unique treasure. Most closely associated with the Thomas Sully painting “Lady With a Harp” (1818) which contributed to the preservation of Hampton and creation of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Eliza Ridgely received this harp crafted by internationally renowned harp and piano maker Sebastian Erard. In 1828, Eliza Ridgely married John Ridgely and brought the harp to Hampton’s music room where it has stood ever since.
Bandelier National Monument Seeks Public Input on Proposed Camping Fee Increases and Reservations for Juniper Campground
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Bandelier National Monument is seeking public comment on proposed increases in expanded amenity fees for Juniper Family Campground and Ponderosa Group Campground
Gettysburg National Military Park clarifies rules for special events in Gettysburg National Cemetery
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
As the final resting place for those who served in the Armed Forces of the United States and their families, Gettysburg National Cemetery provides an atmosphere of peace, calm, tranquility, and reverence where individuals can quietly visit, contemplate, and reflect upon the significance of the contributions made to the nation by those interred in this sacred space.
Revised: Independence National Historical Park has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to lease, operate, and maintain City Tavern
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Independence National Historical Park has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to lease, operate, and maintain City Tavern at 138 South 2nd Street, Philadelphia.
Yellowstone National Park 2023 road improvement projects
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
There will be four major road improvement projects in Yellowstone National Park in 2023. All four projects will cause delays (Lewis River Bridge, Old Faithful to West Thumb, Yellowstone River Bridge and Northeast Entrance Road).
Whiteoak Sink group size limited for wildflower viewing
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced group size limits for the popular wildflower season at Whiteoak Sink. Individuals and small groups of eight or fewer people may access the Whiteoak Sink area throughout the wildflower season Saturday, April 1 through Sunday, May 7.
Youth Conservation Corps Applications 2023
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Homestead National Historical Park is now accepting applications for the summer 2023 Youth Conservation Corps (YCC). YCC is a summer employment program for young men and women, ages 15-18, who work and learn together on projects that further the development and conservation of the natural and cultural resources of the United States.
Rescheduled Spring Subsistence Resource Commision Meeting Dates
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS) will hold the Spring Subsistence Resource Commission (SRC) meetings for Cape Krusenstern National Monument and Kobuk Valley National Park on April 13 and 14. Severe weather in February caused the postponement of the original Spring meetings.
USCIS to Welcome 15 Military Service Members as New US Citizens at Longfellow House-Washington’s Headquarters National Historic Site
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts and the National Park Service (NPS) will welcome 15 new citizens, all members of the U.S. Armed Forces, during a special naturalization ceremony Wednesday at Longfellow House – Washington’s Headquarters National Historic Site
McAllister's Battery Day and Artillery Weekend
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Shiloh National Military Park will kick off the 161st anniversary of the battle by offering artillery demonstrations on April 1st and 2nd.
Prescribed Fire Planned at Chickamauga Battlefield - 2023
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS) is preparing to conduct a prescribed fire at Chickamauga Battlefield the week of March 27, depending on weather conditions.
Woman successfully found after an unintended night out at Badwater Basin
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 7, 2023
Park rangers were dispatched to Badwater Basin in Death Valley National Park around 2:30 am on the morning of March 24, 2023 to look for a woman reported missing by her companions. The woman returned around 8:20 am after hiking to a road and hitchhiking.