News from March 2023


BLM schedules open house, seeks public input about Travel Management Plan for Cross Bar Management Area

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Oklahoma Field Office is seeking public input to inform the Cross Bar Management Area (CBMA) Travel Management Plan (TMP).


Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument seeking Artist-In-Residence Applications

Officials with the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument are accepting applications for its summer Artist-in-Residence program. Selected artists receive a one to two-week residency at CSNM during early summer.


BLM Offers Reward for Information on Vandalism in Roger’s Canyon

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering a $250 reward for information to help identify the individuals responsible for vandalizing natural features in Roger’s Canyon, a recreational area located approximately 7 miles northeast of Laramie, Wyoming.


Winnemucca District Division of Fire and Aviation to transfer a wildland fire engine to Pueblo-Denio Volunteer Fire Department

The Winnemucca Division of Fire and Aviation’s (DFA) Engine 2432 (E-2432) has completed federal service and is set to be transferred to a cooperator recipient within the Winnemucca District.


BLM seeks public input on right-of-way along Interstate south of Boise

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public comment on a proposed amendment to an existing Idaho Power Company powerline right-of-way along Interstate 84, approximately 15 miles southeast of Boise.


BLM seeks public input on Garnet Hill Recreation Area Management Plan

The Bureau of Land Management Ely District, Bristlecone Field Office is asking the public to provide input on a proposed Recreation Area Management Plan and associated environmental assessment for the Garnet Hill Recreation Area and Egan Crest trail systems.


Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds restoration efforts at Lacks Creek

Bureau of Land Management announced $100,000 from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will go towards completing restoration and improvement projects in the Lacks Creek Management Area in northwest California.


Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument Seeks Volunteers for Park Day 2023

On Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 9 am to 12 pm, Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument is participating in the American Battlefield Trust’s 25th annual Park Day.


National Park Service Chesapeake Welcomes New Team Members

National Park Service Chesapeake Office (NPS Chesapeake) is pleased to announce new capacity to support and serve partners in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.


National Park Service Chesapeake Welcomes New Team Members

On March 7, 2023, Mr. Jeffrey Johnson, was sentenced to two years probation, a two year ban from Buffalo National River, $600 in fines, $80 in processing fees, and ordered to pay $2,686.27 in restitution.


Springtime Prescribed Fires

The National Park Service is planning to conduct two prescribed fires this spring at Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial totaling approximately 40 acres.


Find Your Park in Western Pennsylvania

The National Parks of Western Pennsylvania (WEPA) tell the diverse story of America over 247 years, from the opening battle of the French and Indian War at Fort Necessity, to the crash of Flight 93 on September 11, 2001.


Local Organizations to Host Ride with a Ranger Program for Spring Break

Manhattan Project National Historical Park is partnering with Bike Tri-Cities, the REACH Museum, and REI, to host Ride with a Ranger program on Saturday, April 1 at 9:00 am.


Red Rock Canyon Wilderness use permits available online with www.recreation.gov

Beginning Friday, April 14, 2023, reservations for Red Rock Canyon Wilderness use permits in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park will be available online at www.recreation.gov.


Local companies offer shuttle services at Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials are pleased to announce shuttle services for visitors to access some of the most popular park destinations. Several local commercial businesses will provide shuttle services to locations where visitor demand often exceeds parking capacity.


National Park Service seeks public comment on site for Global War on Terrorism Memorial

The National Park Service, in cooperation with the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation, is accepting comments from the public on the site for the proposed National Global War on Terrorism Memorial.


Channel Islands National Park announces award of 10-year contract to provide year-round boat transportation service

The National Park Service (NPS) announced today a 10-year concession contract award to Island Packers to provide year-round boat transportation service from Ventura to Santa Cruz Island, Anacapa Island, Santa Rosa Island, San Miguel Island, and Santa Barbara Island within Channel Islands National Park.


Eisenhower National Historic Site Hours of Operation for Spring and Summer 2023

Eisenhower National Historic Site is pleased to announce that tours of the Eisenhower home will resume on Saturday, April 1, 2023, for the Spring and Summer season. Individuals, families, and groups with fewer than 20 people can now drive directly to the site.


Easter Egg Roll Event

The Andrew Johnson National Historic Site in partnership with the Greeneville Greene County History Museum, Youth Builders Club, and the Andrew Johnson Heritage Association invites you to participate in the annual “Easter Egg Roll” to be held on Saturday, April 8th from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the Andrew Johnson Homestead located at 209 S. Main Street in Greeneville.


Boreal Stargazing Week Captivates 9,000+ Students and Families with Minnesota Night Skies

On a Tuesday afternoon, students across the country gasped as a river of stars illuminated their classrooms.