News from April 2023
BLM seeks public input on treatments for threatened plant in southwest Idaho
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: BOISE, Idaho - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public comment on a proposal to conduct habitat improvement treatments for slickspot peppergrass (Lepidium papilliferum), a threatened plant species found only in southwestern Idaho. Treatments would include applying herbicide, seeding and seedling planting to create more suitable and sustainable habitat in areas currently degraded by fire and invasive grasses.
Public Input Sought for Draft Pedestrian Access Plan Environmental Assessment
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: Comments may be submitted online via the link above, in-person, or can be mailed to the park at the address below.
BLM plans to conduct prescribed fire in Socorro County on Chupadera Mesa
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: SOCORRO, N.M. -The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Socorro Field Office, in cooperation with the New Mexico State Land Office, plans to conduct a prescribed fire on Chupadera Mesa east of Socorro, N.M., between now and April 30, 2023. The operation is weather dependent. The BLM will treat up to 1,742...
Interior Department discusses Conservation and Landscape Health on April 3
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
The US Interior Department published a two page proposed rule on April 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
50 Nifty Finds #21: A Good Trip
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: Although some members of Congress had visited early national parks individually or as part of small tours, one of the first Congressional committees to conduct an inspection tour of national parks was the US House of Representatives Appropriations Committee during the summer of 1920. Given the financial...
BLM prepares for visitor surge to Little Sahara Recreation Area during Easter Weekend
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: FILLMORE, Utah -With approximately 20,000 visitors expected at Little Sahara Recreation Area during Easter Weekend, the Bureau of Land Management will welcome the public through enhanced safety measures and a new visitor center. To ensure the safety of visitors and to protect the unique desert environment...
Interior Department Announces Start of Turbine Construction for Commercial-Scale, Offshore Wind Energy Project in Federal Waters
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: In a major milestone towards meeting the Biden-Harris administration’s goal to deploy 30 gigawatts of offshore wind energy by 2030, the Department of the Interior today announced that the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has completed its review of critical design and installation ...
From Fife to Family--A Living History Experience at Fort McHenry
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: Randi is one of Fort McHenry’s longtime volunteers and music instructors. We invited her to share her experience of discovering Fort McHenry.
Interior Department Seeks Input on Modernizing Indian Arts and Crafts Act Regulations
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: The Department of the Interior’s Office of the Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget and Office of the Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs announced today that they will hold nation-to-nation consultations with Tribes and listening sessions with Indian artists and craftspeople on draft ...
National Park Service selects Jessica Taylor as the Chief of the U.S. Park Police
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - The National Park Service (NPS) announced today the selection of Jessica Taylor as the U.S. Park Police’s (USPP) Chief of Police. Taylor will begin her role in early May. Taylor will oversee a workforce of 560 employees in Washington, D.C., New York City and San Francisco metropolitan areas.
Renewable Energy Modernization Rule discussed on April 3 by Interior Department
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
The US Interior Department published a two page proposed rule on April 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Policy Regarding Voluntary Prelisting Conservation Actions discussed on April 3 by Interior Department
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
The US Interior Department published a three page notice on April 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Paul Gabriel - Hydrologic Technician
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: Paul W. C. Gabriel. Hydrologic Technician. Southwest Alaska I&M Network. 240 West 5th Avenue. Anchorage, AK 99501. (907) 644-3585. paul_gabriel@nps.gov. Education. B.S. University of Wisconsin - Madison, Environmental Sciences, 2017. Professional Experience. 2018-Present: Hydrologic Technician, National Park...
Oxon Hill Farm to host second annual Egg-stravaganza April 15th
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON- Feeling cooped up? Join the National Park Service for the second annual Oxon Hill Farm Egg-stravaganza. On April 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., enjoy a Spring day of free, family fun!.
Interior Department discusses HEARTH Act Approval of Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin Leasing Ordinance on April 3
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
The US Interior Department published a two page notice on April 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Rule published by Interior Department on April 3
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
The US Interior Department published a one page rule on April 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Dry Tortugas National Park temporarily closes sections of moat wall to snorkeling
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: Dry Tortugas National Park announced a temporary closure to sections of the moat wall at Fort Jefferson during the months of April, May and June. During this time, parts of the moat wall will be under construction while corals are removed and relocated in advance of the planned restoration work to the...
DOI-USGS1 grant application closes on May 18
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
WATER RESOURCES RESEARCH ACT PROGRAM ANNUAL BASE GRANTS FISCAL YEAR 2023 REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS grant opened on April 4.
Tuzigoot Fire within Tuzigoot National Monument grows to 100 acres
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: CLARKDALE, Ariz. - The Tuzigoot Fire, located within Tuzigoot National Monument is approximately 100 acres in size. The fire began the evening of April 2 and is being closely monitored as high winds are expected today. Tuzigoot National Monument and all trail access leading into Tavasci Marsh are closed to the public until further notice.
National Park Service publishes two historical studies surfacing tragedy and resilience in Black recreation
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - National Park Service (NPS) and partner historians presented their findings from the African American Outdoor Recreation and Segregation in Virginia Parks, 1916-1965 studies on March 31 at the Organization of American Historians conference in Los Angeles. These two studies, which examine...