News from August 2023
Camel Tracks Fire currently under investigation
By Interior Newswire | Aug 22, 2023
News Release: SANTA FE, N.M. - The 63-acre Camel Tracks Fire on the Caja del Rio has been contained. It is currently under investigation by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). Although fully contained, there are still hot spots burning within the fire perimeter, so residents may still see smoke.
White Mountains National Recreation Area reopens due to reduced wildfire activity
By Interior Newswire | Aug 22, 2023
News Release: FAIRBANKS, Alaska - Due to reduced wildland fire activity associated with the Lost Horse Creek Fire (#296), the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Eastern Interior Field Office rescinded the fire closure order that temporarily closed public access to the western portion of the White Mountains National...
The Bureau of Land Management concludes the FY2023 Antelope Complex-North Wild Horse Gather
By Interior Newswire | Aug 22, 2023
News Release: ELKO, Nev. - The Bureau of Land Management concluded the FY2023 Antelope Complex-North wild horse gather near Wells, Nev., on Aug. 20, 2023. The BLM gathered 1,971 wild horses, removed 1,936 wild horses from public lands. In addition, six wild horses were released, four wild horses succumbed due to gather related injuries and 25 wild horses were humanely euthanized due to pre-existing or chronic issues.
Volunteers Needed to Restore Three Patches Picnic Area
By Interior Newswire | Aug 22, 2023
News Release: Rock Springs, Wyo. - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Rock Springs Field Office is celebrating National Public Lands Day (NPLD) by improving the Three Patches Picnic Area on Saturday, August 26.
BLM seeks comments on plan for regular fee increases at four campgrounds in Gunnison Field Office
By Interior Newswire | Aug 22, 2023
News Release: GUNNISON, Colorado. - The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments through September 21 on a draft business plan to allow for regular fee increases at four Gunnison Field Office campgrounds located in Gunnison and Hinsdale counties, CO. The proposed fee increases are based on a fair market analysis of fees charged at comparable public and private campgrounds in the Crested Butte and Lake City areas and at nearby U.S. Forest Service campgrounds.
BLM announces new grants to support wild horse and burro initiatives in Colorado, Oregon and Utah
By Interior Newswire | Aug 22, 2023
News Release: The Bureau of Land Management has selected six organizations and universities in Colorado, Oregon and Utah to receive grants totaling more than $1 million aimed at empowering community-level action to support the BLM’s mission of managing and protecting wild horses and burros on public lands.
What did Interior Department publish on Aug. 22?
By Interior Newswire | Aug 23, 2023
The US Interior Department published a three page proposed rule on Aug. 22, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Tourism to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park contributes $155 million to local economy
By Interior Newswire | Aug 23, 2023
News Release: SAN ANTONIO- Aug. 22, 2023 - A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 1.2 million visitors to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park in 2022 spent $98.3 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 1,540 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $155 million.
Recent Study Shows Cape Lookout National Seashore’s Sustained Economic Benefit to Local Communities
By Interior Newswire | Aug 23, 2023
News Release: HARKERS ISLAND, NC - A new National Park Service report shows that 542,000 visitors to Cape Lookout National Seashore in 2022 spent $26,800,000 in communities near the park. The spending supported 343 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $29,600,000.
Access Wayside: Drink in the View
By Interior Newswire | Aug 23, 2023
News Release: Access Acadia: Inclusive Descriptions of Park Destinations.
Factors that influence mercury concentrations in lake trout
By Interior Newswire | Aug 23, 2023
News Release: Mercury (Hg) is a persistent pollutant, harmful to fish, wildlife, and humans in its organic methylated form - methylmercury (MeHg). The risk of contamination is driven by factors that control Hg sources, cycles, and movements in food webs. At remote locations, with infrequent access and limited data, understanding the relative importance of these factors can be tricky.
Path of the Flood Hike, Part II
By Interior Newswire | Aug 23, 2023
News Release: The second half of the Path of the Flood hike will be held on Sunday, August 27 at 10:00 am. This hike starts at Franklin and ends at the Stone Bridge. Distance is 4-5 miles in length over flat terrain. Reservations are required. There is limited space due to shuttling. Reservations can be made by calling the Visitor Center at 814-886-6171.
Access Wayside: Gateway into Acadia
By Interior Newswire | Aug 23, 2023
News Release: Access Acadia: Inclusive Descriptions of Park Destinations.
MANZANAR REMAINS CLOSED WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2023
By Interior Newswire | Aug 23, 2023
News Release: Manzanar National Historic Site remains closed Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023, as our staff assesses damage and begins flood recovery.
Access Wayside: Creating Acadia
By Interior Newswire | Aug 23, 2023
News Release: Access Acadia: Inclusive Descriptions of Park Destinations.
Some bears ride the green wave
By Interior Newswire | Aug 23, 2023
News Release: Spring in northern and mountainous areas leads to melting snow and the return of green vegetation. This transition does not happen all at once, but proceeds upwards and northwards as spring progresses, a phenomenon that has been dubbed the "green wave." The newly emergent vegetation is highly nutritious.
Fire Island National Seashore Tower Facade Repair
By Interior Newswire | Aug 23, 2023
News Release: Patchogue, NY - Fire Island National Seashore announces the next phase of the Lighthouse Tower Façade repair. On Wednesday, August 23rd, contractors will begin the stabilization portion to the lighthouse tower facade. Lee Construction, Inc was awarded the stabilization contract to wrap the lower white day marker with a steel cable mesh system.
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for Tennessee Clubshell, Tennessee Pigtoe, and Cumberland Moccasinshell discussed on Aug. 22 by Interior Department
By Interior Newswire | Aug 23, 2023
The US Interior Department published a one page proposed rule on Aug. 22, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Experience national parks through the lens of local high school students
By Interior Newswire | Aug 23, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON- Join the National Park Service (NPS) at the 2023 Experiencing National Parks Through the Lens of Youth photo exhibit on display at The White House Visitor Center Aug. 26 through Sept. 18. The White House and President’s Park invites the public to see DC-area national parks through the eyes and lenses of students who learned about photography and photo editing at national parks in the greater Washington, DC, area. The exhibit will be unveiled on Aug. 26 at 11 a.m.
Tourism to San Juan National Historic Site contributes 67.8 million to local economy
By Interior Newswire | Aug 23, 2023
News Release: SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico - A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 1,027,264 visitors to San Juan National Historic Site in 2022 spent $67,800,000 in communities near the park. That spending supported 697 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $87,400,000.