News from June 2023
2013 Tilden Award Recipients
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: The Freeman Tilden Awards are the highest interpretation awards presented to a National Park Service individual or team to recognize outstanding contributions to the profession of interpretation. The award was created to inspire and reward creative thinking and original programs and projects in our national parks that result in positive and meaningful impacts for the visitors and the preservation of parks.
BLM Colorado selects Abdelgadir Elmadani as Deputy State Director Energy, Lands, and Minerals
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: LAKEWOOD, Colo. -Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Colorado State Office welcomes Abdelgadir (AG) Elmadani as the new Deputy State Director for Energy, Lands, and Minerals. Elmadani joins the Colorado State Office from the California State Office where he was the Associate Deputy State Director for Fluids and Minerals.
Mammoth Cave National Park Proposes Future Fee Increase
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: MAMMOTH CAVE, Ky. -Mammoth Cave National Park seeks public comments on a proposed increase in cave tour, camping rates, and electric vehicle (EV) charging fees which would take effect in 2024. Information on the fee increase, including a list of all proposed fees, is available for review and comment on the park’s Planning, Environment, and Public Comment (PEPC) website from Monday, June 26, 2023 to Friday, July 28, 2023.
Gateway Arch Park Foundation announces star-studded lineup for 8th annual Blues at the Arch Festival
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: ST. LOUIS, MO (June 20, 2023)-Blues at the Arch Festival returns August 11-13, this year presented by the Missouri Division of Tourism,Visit Missouri. Held at the North Gateway of Gateway Arch National Park (bordering Laclede’s Landing), the Festival is free and open to the public on Friday and Saturday.
Fireworks Not Allowed at Belle Fourche Reservoir
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: RAPID CITY, S.D. - Fireworks are not allowed on Belle Fourche Reservoir lands; including Rocky Point State Recreation Area, Belle Fourche Dam and lands directly managed by the Bureau of Reclamation. Federal regulation restricts the possession or use of fireworks on Reclamation lands and waterbodies.
Podcast 070: Going Exploring with Museum Hack
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: What is Museum Hack?. Jason Church: We are here talking about the company you're both with, Museum Hack. Ethan, you're a tourguide and also in charge of VIP partnerships?. Ethan Angelica: That's correct. Yep I work directly with museums who want our help reimagining adult museum experience. Jason Church:...
Caretaker's Cottage
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: The stone Caretaker's Cottage dates from the Chautauqua era and was originally a two-story structure. Today, the remaining first level of the building houses the park's resident glassblowing studio.
Gap Cave Tour
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: Gap Cave Tours (formerly known as Cudjo's Cave).
Bureau of Land Management seeks public input on Rogue Gold Forest Management Project
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: Medford, Ore. - The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input on a plan to increase forest resiliency near Jacksonville, Gold Hill, and Rogue River. The Rogue Gold Project proposes up to 1700 acres of selection harvest and commercial thinning designed to reduce stand density and increase the structural complexity.
Mustang Mania Show this weekend at Ford Idaho Horse Park
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: NAMPA, Idaho - The Mustang Mania Trainer Incentive Program (TIP) Challenge will return to Nampa on June 30 - July 1, beginning at 7:30 a.m. at the Ford Idaho Horse Park (16200 N. Idaho Center Blvd). This year’s Challenge will showcase both an in-hand and under saddle competition featuring nearly 130...
Independence Day Celebrations at Fort Stanwix
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: On Tuesday, July 4, Fort Stanwix National Monument is hosting a free event in honor of our nation’s birthday. An interactive reading of the Declaration of Independence will take place at 2 p.m., followed by salutes to the new nation. Opportunities this year also include a “bring-your-own picnic" at noon, a “Join the Continental Army" program at 3 p.m., and chances to declare your loyalty to the King or Congress throughout the day.
Palo Alto Battlefield Continues British Document Project
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: Thanks to dedicated Palo Alto volunteers, the park can now tell a little-known story of Great Britain’s involvement in the final negotiations of the U.S.-Mexican War. During the war, British businesses in Mexico suffered. Therefore, British officials entered secret negotiations with both Mexican and U.S. officials to end the war.
Bumper Car Pavilion
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: The Bumper Car Pavilion was originally called the Skooter when it came to the park in 1923. In 1995, the National Park Service organized a major volunteer effort that included constructing a foundation wall, replacing floorboards, and stabilizing the structure. The Bumper Car Pavilion is now a populuar venue for dances, concerts, private rentals, classes, and special events.
Lee's Headquarters Parking Area
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: The Lee's Headquarters parking lot features 12 regular parking spaces. This site provides access to the site of General R. E. Lee's headquarters by a.3 mile trail up the hill from the parking area, along with signs that describe Confederate decision making in the campaign's final days. Visitors can also...
Community concert series at the Saugus Iron Works this summer
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: SAUGUS, MA - Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site will be partnering with the Saugus Library to host a community concert series this summer beginning on Wednesday, July 12 at 6 p.m. The concert series celebrates local musical talents in Essex County and creates opportunities for residents and visitors...
North Carolina Monument Parking Area
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: The North Caroling Monument Parking Area features 10 regular spaces and 1 accessible parking space. This parking lot provides access to signs about the North Carolina monument located in the woods nearby. Visitors can also access the Grant's Approach loop trail here and from that trail, access the Southside Connector Trail, the Tobacco Prizery Nature Trail, and the Lee's Headquarters Trail (adding several miles).
Chain of Lakes Fireworks Restriction Reminder
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: BISMARCK, N.D. - The Bureau of Reclamation would like to remind the public that fireworks are illegal to both possess and ignite on Federal property and may be confiscated by law enforcement officers (per 43 CFR Part 423.30).
Saratoga National Historical Park Offers Special Events in July
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 27, 2023
Saratoga National Historical Park continues its 2023 special events program in July. Programs include:
Biden-Harris Administration improves Wilson Lake campsites near Hazelton, Idaho
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: TWIN FALLS, Idaho - The Bureau of Land Management began construction to upgrade the Wilson Lake Campsites north of Hazelton last week, funded in part through the President’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Construction is expected to continue through the end of July 2023. Upgrades include graveled roads...
Confederate Cemetery Parking Area
By Interior Newswire | Jun 27, 2023
News Release: The parking lot at the Confederate Cemetery has 7 regular spaces and 1 handicapped accessible space. This parking area provides access to the Confederate cemetery, Civil Rights in Education Heritage Trail sign, the Stage Road trail, and after-hours access to the historic village space (closes at sunset).