News from June 2023
UPDATE: North Rim opens with limited services available
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
The North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park has reopened today, June 2, for day use, with limited visitor services and water conservation measures due to a break in the North Rim water pipeline.
Fear and Dread at Ringgold Gap
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
On Saturday, June 17, at 9 am, Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, in partnership with Outdoor Chattanooga, will conduct a FREE, 2- hour, historical kayak tour through Ringgold, Georgia.
Meet Author Frank Varney
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
In partnership with the National Park Service, America’s National Parks would like to invite you to meet author Dr. Frank Varney on Friday, June 9, 2023.
Pardon our dust, trail improvements coming to Monocacy National Battlefield this summer
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
Just in time for National Trails Day, the National Park Service began work to improve around eight miles of trails at Monocacy National Battlefield this week. When work is complete later this summer, visitors can expect wider and safer trails, easier access with updated signs and trail-markers, and over two miles of new hikes to enjoy.
Weir Farm NHP Announces 2023 Art in the Park Contest
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
Weir Farm National Historical Park’s Seventh Annual Art in the Park Contest and Exhibit is officially underway! Join us in celebrating creativity at Weir Farm by participating and submitting a work of art.
Ranger Led Summer Programming at Gateway Arch National Park
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
Experience the sights above and stories below this summer at Gateway Arch National Park.
Secretary Haaland Designates Nine New National Recreation Trails
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
In celebration of Great Outdoors Month and National Trails Day on June 3, Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland today announced the designation of nine new national recreation trails in nine states, adding 340 miles to the National Trails System.
Monocacy National Battlefield to open 7 days a week
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
Starting on June 1, the National Park Service (NPS) will open the visitor center at Monocacy National Battlefield seven days a week.
Silvio O. Conte National Fish & Wildlife Refuge Releases Final 2023 Hunting Plan
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
At the Silvio O. Conte National Fish & Wildlife Refuge (NFWR), we welcome people of all backgrounds and abilities to participate in recreational hunting and fishing as priority public uses of the National Wildlife Refuge System.
Wild horse adoption event to be held at the moffat county fairgrounds
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
The Colorado Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will be holding a wild horse adoption event at the Moffat County Fairgrounds on June 16 and 17.
The Bureau of Land Management Utah State Office seeks public comment for the December 2023 oil, gas lease sale
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
Consistent with direction in the Inflation Reduction Act, the Bureau of Land Management Utah State Office released an environmental assessment today analyzing six parcels comprising 8,972.24 acres for the proposed December 2023 competitive oil and gas lease sale on lands managed within the Vernal Field Office in Uintah County.
No Tears Project Memphis to Unite Communities through Music and Conversation
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
The events are presented through a partnership with the National Park Service, Oxford American, and Memphis Public Libraries.
Birding Hike with Audubon Society at the National Park
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
Join a birding expert from the Dunes-Calumet Audubon Society on Sunday, June 4 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am for a migration birding hike.
Fishermen's Bend Expands Day-use Area
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
On Friday, June 9, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will expand day-use opportunities at Fishermen’s Bend Recreation Site (https://www.blm.gov/visit/fishermens-bend).
Pinhook Bog Open House Every Saturday at the National Park
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
Take a self-guided hike into the amazing Pinhook Bog every Saturday in June from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
BLM Nevada issues notice for oil and gas lease sale
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management Nevada State Office today issued an environmental assessment and sale notice for a competitive oil and gas lease sale in the third quarter.
Project 1966 - Hike Every Trail in the National Park
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
Join a ranger and hike all of the trails in Indiana Dunes National Park. The challenge will take place over the course of the summer with each week featuring a new trail.
Haaland's Mineral Withdrawal Deals Blow to Local Tribes, American Energy
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
On June 2, U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland announced a 20-year energy and mineral withdrawal within a 10-mile radius of the Chaco Culture National Historical Park
Jefferson National Parks Association Offers New Virtual Reality Experience in Gateway Arch Lobby
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
Jefferson National Parks Association (JNPA), a non-profit partner of Gateway Arch National Park, recently launched a brand-new virtual reality (VR) experience titled Cobblestones & Courage.
Scenic Vista Van Tours and House Tours at the Preserve
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 2, 2023
After a three-season hiatus, visitors once again have the opportunity to enjoy the sweeping views and endless sky of the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve from the comfort of an air-conditioned 10 passenger van.