News from April 2023
Reclamation increases Klamath River flows to prevent disease and promote salmon health
By Interior Newswire | Apr 18, 2023
News Release: KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - The Bureau of Reclamation, in coordination with PacifiCorp, will increase flows at Link River Dam and below Iron Gate Dam to reduce the risk of disease for salmon in the Klamath River. From April 19 through the end of the month, flows will vary on the Link and Klamath rivers.
“EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, ETC.” published by the Congressional Record in the House section on April 13
By Interior Newswire | Apr 18, 2023
“EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, ETC.“ was published in the House section on pages H1721-H1724 on April 13
Interior, Agriculture Departments Host Summit to Develop Mental Health Resources for Wildland Fire Personnel
By Interior Newswire | Apr 18, 2023
News Release: BOISE, IDAHO-Last week, the Departments of the Interior and Agriculture hosted a three-day summit in Boise, Idaho, to spearhead the development of a joint wildland firefighter behavioral health program. Formally established by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and announced in June 2022, ...
Redwood National and State Parks updates reservation and permit system
By Interior Newswire | Apr 18, 2023
News Release: Crescent City, CA- Redwood National and State Parks (RNSP) has made changes to their reservations and permits to increase visitor access and satisfaction. The park is increasing the number of reservations available for many areas. For the first time, reservations will be available for booking the day...
Forty Miles a Day on Beans and Hay
By Interior Newswire | Apr 18, 2023
News Release: Fort Larned NHS - Fort Larned National Historic Site and the Fort Larned Old Guard are pleased to announce the Old Guard’s annual meeting, the Mess and Muster, on Saturday, April 22. Join us for an all-day event celebrating the life the Army’s enlisted soldiers. The Old Guard is Fort Larned’s official...
Entrance Station on Acadia's Park Loop Road
By Interior Newswire | Apr 18, 2023
News Release: Located near the intersection of Schooner Head Road, the entrance station along Acadia's Park Loop Road is open year-round and offers full-service sales and information about park entrance fees, the Acadia Annual Pass, and all federal recreational lands passes.
My Park Story: Natalie Mudd
By Interior Newswire | Apr 18, 2023
News Release: Natalie Mudd is serving as a National Leader for the Community Volunteer Ambassador Program. For the February 2023 cohort of this program, she works directly with the National Park Service Washington Support Office with the Volunteer-In-Parks program and provides peer support to over 50 Community Volunteer...
Valles Caldera 2023 Turkey Hunt Season Begins
By Interior Newswire | Apr 18, 2023
News Release: Jemez Springs, NM - The 2023 turkey hunt season begins today, April 15, and runs through April 30. Twenty tags were issued through the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish and each tag is good for 1 bearded turkey. The park is home to an estimated 400 Merriam turkeys.
Bureau of Land Management to conduct multiple-day prescribed burn
By Interior Newswire | Apr 18, 2023
News Release: Kingman, Ariz. - The Bureau of Land Management Kingman Field Office will conduct a multiple-day prescribed burn on Goodwin Mesa, about 50 miles southeast of Kingman, pending appropriate weather and seasonal conditions, from May through September 2023. The Goodwin Mesa Prescribed Fire will cover approximately 3,000 acres of BLM land and will take two to three days to complete.
Indian Creek Campground remains closed until further notice
By Interior Newswire | Apr 18, 2023
News Release: CARSON CITY, Nev. - The BLM, Sierra Front Field Office announces the Indian Creek Campground in Alpine County will remain closed until further notice.
Podcast 020: Digital Preservation of Documents at the Library of Congress
By Interior Newswire | Apr 18, 2023
News Release: What interested you in digital preservation?
Motorcycle races to attract 300 riders to the Fort Sage Off-Highway Vehicle Area
By Interior Newswire | Apr 18, 2023
News Release: DOYLE, Calif. - Up to 300 motorcycle riders are expected to compete in the Diamond Back Hare Scrambles motorcycle race, Saturday and Sunday, April 22 and 23, at the Bureau of Land Management Fort Sage Off-Highway Vehicle Area near Doyle. For safety reasons, trail access will be available only to participants during the event.
Lemhi Pass, Montana
By Interior Newswire | Apr 18, 2023
News Release: Lewis and Clark NHT Visitor Centers and Museums.
Bureau of Land Management Utah Resource Advisory Council to Hold Meeting and Field Tour in Cedar City
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will hold a field tour and public meeting of the Utah Resource Advisory Council (RAC) on May 17-18, 2023, to receive advice and recommendations on public land planning efforts.
BLM approves WYDOT temporary housing lease
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Pinedale Field Office has approved a proposal submitted by the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) to use a parcel of BLM managed lands for temporary worker housing while completing a highway project in Teton County, Wyoming.
Celebrate Earth Day by volunteering at Salmon area BLM site
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management’s Salmon Field Office will host an Earth Day volunteer event Sat. April 22, 2023.
BLM Applegate Field Office in Alturas will be closed during remodeling
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management’s Applegate Field Office, 708 West 12th Street in Alturas, will be closed to the public for remodeling beginning Friday, April 28 until December 2023.
Yellowbottom Campground opening delayed due to safety concerns
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
Bureau of Land Management recreation managers are delaying the seasonal opening of the Yellowbottom Campground, located about 20 miles outside of Sweet Home.
Bureau of Land Management asks for input on upgrades at Priest Hole Recreation Site
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management is asking for public input on a proposal to make improvements to the Priest Hole Recreation Site.
BLM Rock Springs hosts wild horse adoption event in April
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is celebrating spring with a wild horse adoption event at the Rock Springs Wild Horse Holding Facility. On April 21 and 22, the public are invited to meet and bring home one of approximately 60 untrained horses from the White Mountain, Little Colorado, Salt Wells, and Divide Basin Herd Areas.