News from April 2023
Hopewell Barn and Barnyard
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: Along with the many nationalities of people that immigrated to North America came animals unknown to the continent. Domesticated animals including horses, cows, pigs, sheep, and various species of fowl became common in early communities. Hopewell maintained a number of animals that provided food, power, and clothing materials necessary for the daily operations of the furnace and the lifestyle of its workers.
Irish Claims to the Revolution
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: The mid and late 1800s saw major increases in immigration to both Boston and the rest of the United States. Fleeing the Potato Famine, many Irish immigrants arrived in Boston. These immigrant communities often met resistance as they began to enter into American society. As the Boston Irish community...
Shenandoah National Park kicks off National Park Week with Jr. Ranger Day
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: LURAY VA - To kick off National Park Week, Shenandoah will celebrate Junior Ranger Day on April 22, 2023. Kids of all ages are invited to become a Junior Ranger and participate in interactive, family friendly programs on this fee-free day.
Mary Dedecker
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: Mary Dedecker was a local botanist and environmental expert, credited with discovering six new plant species in the Eastern Sierra Nevada and northern Mojave desert region.
Interior delays opening of lands in Public Land Order No. 7899
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: ANCHORAGE, Alaska - The Bureau of Land Management announced today that Interior is delaying the opening of lands in the Kobuk-Seward Peninsula Planning Area described in Public Land Order No. 7899 until Aug. 31, 2024.
Acadian Cultural Center Sponsors Stage for Festival International de Louisiane
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: Lafayette, LA.: The Acadian Cultural Center is pleased to sponsor the performances and presenters on “La Galerie" stage for Festival International de Louisiana. “La Galerie “stage performances will take place April 28-30, 2023. The festival is free!.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Oil and Gas Facility Site Security discussed on April 7 by Interior Department
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
The US Interior Department published a two page notice on April 7, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
The Bungalow at Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: The Bungalow, located on the hill adjacent to the Mansion, is a Craftsman-style building constructed in 1916-17. It was designed as a secluded retreat by Harold Van Buren Magonigle for Mary Montague Billings French, daughter of Frederick Billings. The Bungalow remained unchanged until 1959 when the daughter...
Exploring the Bear Lake Road Corridor
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: The Bear Lake Road Corridor is a gateway to incredible scenic views, a wide variety of hiking trails great for all ages, and spectacular wildlife viewing opportunities and camping. There is a reason the Bear Lake Road Corridor is one of the most visited areas of Rocky Mountain National Park.
Suppression Efforts Continue on the Cypress Camp Trail Fire
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: OCHOPEE, FL - Fire suppression operations continued on the Cypress Camp Trail Wildfire today as crews conducted suppression burn out operations to continue to help secure the north and west perimeter of the fire. The fire is currently 7,600 acres with 10% containment.
Bear Lake
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: Bear Lake Road ends 9.2 miles from the junction with Trail Ridge Road at the Parking Area for Bear Lake. From the parking area, take a short walk on a marked path to reach Bear Lake itself. Bear Lake offers spectacular scenic views of Bear Lake, Hallett Peak and the surrounding mountain peaks.
Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Review Committee Notice of Public Meeting discussed on April 7 by Interior Department
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
The US Interior Department published a two page notice on April 7, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Tuzigoot National Monument to reopen April 9
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: CLARKDALE, Ariz. - Tuzigoot National Monument will reopen to the public at 8 a.m. on Sunday, April 9, 2023. The Tuzigoot Fire, located within Tuzigoot National Monument, began on April 2 and is now 100% contained. The Tavasci Marsh and all trails leading to the marsh remain closed until further due to public safety concerns.
Junior Ranger Day Celebration at Big Thicket
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
Come celebrate Junior Ranger Day at Big Thicket National Preserve on Saturday, April 22, 2023.
2023 Professional Development Opportunity for Teachers
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
Obed Wild and Scenic River is pleased to announce that we will be recruiting teachers again this year to participate in the Teacher-Ranger-Teacher (TRT) program this summer.
Fort Raleigh National Historic Site seeks help solving recent crimes
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
National Park Service employees and partners over the past several weeks have noticed an increase in vandalism, theft and attempted theft of government property at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site (Fort Raleigh).
Mojave National Preserve to Host Earth Day Events and Park Clean-Up, April 21-23
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS) invites you to visit Mojave National Preserve to camp and help clean up the park April 21-23, Earth Day weekend.
Ranger-led History Hikes at National Park
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
On Saturday, April 8, 22 and 29, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm, join a ranger and meander through a beech maple forest while learning about the area’s history and the early settlers and farmers who came to this region in the 1800s.
USPP releases body worn camera footage from March 2023 officer involved shooting
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
The United States Park Police (USPP) has released body worn camera footage from a March 18, 2023 officer involved shooting in Washington, D.C.
Call to Volunteers for Park Day 2023 at Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park and Friends of the Wilderness Battlefield will be hosting a Park Day volunteer event on April 15, 2023, dedicated to cleaning and repairing our park resources.