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New traffic pattern coming April 15 to the northern section of George Washington Memorial Parkway
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: McLean, Va.- On Saturday, April 15, the National Park Service (NPS) will implement a new, temporary traffic pattern on George Washington Memorial Parkway between I-495 and Route 123 for the next phase of the North Parkway Rehabilitation Project. Drivers should observe traffic signs, respect the 40-mph speed limit, expect delays through narrow travel lanes and plan alternate routes.
Find Your “Park Story” at Haleakalā National Park during the return of National Park Week April 22-30, 2023
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: KULA, Maui - Haleakalā National Park is hosting a week of fun during National Park Week and encouraging all to share their special connections with the park. All National Park Week events are free but park entrance fees still apply.
A Meddling Royal Official: Turnout at a Famous Colonial Election in Westchester County, New York
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: A Meddling Royal Official: Turnout at a Famous Colonial Election in Westchester County in 1733.
Record Snowfall at Great Basin National Park
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: BAKER, NV - The winter of 2022-2023 has brought record snowfall to the South Snake Range and Great Basin National Park. On April 1, 2023, two of three snowpack measurement locations within the park revealed snowpack depths several inches greater than records set in 1952 and 2005.
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace Kicks Off 2023 Presenter Series, “Lincoln In Historical Memory”, With Guest Speaker Todd Van Beck
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: HODGENVILLE Ky - The first presenter of the year, Todd Van Beck, will kick off the 2023 presenter series, “Lincoln in Historical Memory", on Friday, April 21, at 1:00 p.m. (EDT). This free program will take place at the Abraham Birthplace National Historical Park Visitor Center Auditorium.
Shenandoah National Park announces public meeting to discuss Old Rag pilot program
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: LURAY, VA - Shenandoah National Park will host a virtual public meeting April 17, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. to share analysis of the data collected during the Old Rag pilot program.
Fourth grade class at San Francisco elementary school wins park’s 50th anniversary poster contest
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: SAN FRANCISCO-Appreciation, stewardship, education, preservation and inspiration - these words adorn the winning artwork submitted for Golden Gate National Recreation Area’s 50th anniversary poster contest. The talented students of Ms. Szetzo’s fourth grade class at Gordon J. Lau Elementary used colored pencils to create their vision for the park’s future.
Ranger Hikes, Book Signing, and Vintage Baseball to Commemorate the 161st Shiloh Battle Anniversary
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 4, 2023
Shiloh National Military Park will commemorate the 161st anniversary of the Battle of Shiloh by offering a variety of real-time hikes from Thursday, April 6, through Saturday, April 8, a book signing, and then a Vintage Baseball double-header baseball game on Saturday, April 15.
Valles Caldera Fishing Permit Applications Now Available for 2023-24 Fishing Season
By Interior Newswire | Apr 2, 2023
News Release: Jemez Springs, NM - Anglers can now visit the park’s Fishing web page to fill out an application for their 2023-24 fishing permit. A State of New Mexico fishing license is required to fish within Valles Caldera and a backcountry vehicle pass is required for those wishing to drive into the backcountry to fish.
Jr Ranger Careers Day 2023
By Interior Newswire | Apr 2, 2023
News Release: Come celebrate Junior Ranger Day at Scotts Bluff National Monument on Saturday, April 8, 2023! This FREE family-friendly event will take place at the Scotts Bluff National Monument Visitor Center, located at 190276 Old Oregon Trail in Gering, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Visitors of all ages and abilities can learn about the different types of park rangers who help protect our Western Nebraska National Parks while exploring these different stations.
To the Moon and Back: A Revolution in Transportation
By Interior Newswire | Apr 2, 2023
News Release: The Transportation Revolution. Transportation. It’s probably something most of us do not think much about. From cars, bikes, planes, and trains, most of us use some form of transportation to travel to work, school, appointments, and whatever else we do in life. Revolution. A term that can refer to a...
UPDATE: George W. Childs Park Vandals Identified
By Interior Newswire | Apr 2, 2023
News Release: BUSHKILL, PA- UPDATE: Park Rangers at Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area want to thank the public for the outpouring of tips related to the recent vandalism at George W. Childs Park in Delaware Township, PA. Those responsible for the graffiti on the Brooks Woolen Mill ruins and the original 1892 date stone have been identified, located, and charges are pending. No other information is being released at this time. Updates will be provided.
El Morro Campground
By Interior Newswire | Apr 2, 2023
News Release: El Morro National Monument operates a free, nine-site campground with two vault toilets year-round. Each site has a graveled tent pad, picnic table, and ground grill for fires. During the warmer months, water is available in spigots centrally located along the campground loop. When overnight temperatures begin to drop below freezing, water is turned off for the season. One site, No. 5, is handicapped accessible.
Junior Ranger Day 2023
By Interior Newswire | Apr 2, 2023
News Release: Celebrate National Park Week and Junior Ranger Day on Saturday, April 29th, 2023, by visiting Petersburg National Battlefield. Stopover at Tour Stop 5 of the Eastern Front Tour Road from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM for a few family-oriented Junior Ranger activities. During a one-mile self-paced physical activity trail, participants will "work out" like animals of the park and Civil War soldiers.
Book Signing by Author Lori Hines at the Painted Desert Inn, Petrified Forest National Park
By Interior Newswire | Apr 2, 2023
News Release: Petrified Forest National Park is honored to host a book signing with Lori Hines at the Painted Desert Inn on Saturday, April 8th. The author has written a series of four murder mysteries, including Visions of Time which features Petrified Forest and the Painted Desert. Lori will be giving out some Advanced Reading Copies of her first children's book, Elementals: Magical Journeys.
Carlene Schultz - Biological Science Technician
By Interior Newswire | Apr 2, 2023
News Release: Carlene (Carly) Schultz. Biological Science Technician. Southwest Alaska I&M Network. National Park Service. 240 W. 5th Avenue. Anchorage, AK 99501. (907) 644-3687. carlene_schultz [at] nps.gov. Education. M.Sc. University of Alaska Fairbanks, Marine Biology, 2014. B.S. University of Alaska Anchorage, Biological...
Bates Well, Pozo Nuevo, and Ajo Mountain Drive Road Closures
By Interior Newswire | Apr 1, 2023
News Release: **TEMPORARY CLOSURE ORDER**. Pursuant to the authority outlined in 36 CFR § 1.5(a)(1), which provides that the Superintendent may “Designate areas for a specific use or activity, or impose conditions or restrictions on a use or activity," the following areas are closed: Ajo Mountain Drive - The entirety...
Scientist Profile: Rachel Townsend, Wildlife Biologist
By Interior Newswire | Apr 1, 2023
News Release: From eagles and dinosaurs to environmental science and Spanish….
National Parks of the Pacific Islands
By Interior Newswire | Apr 1, 2023
News Release: There are nine national parks, monuments, and historic sites on the Pacific Islands that are used to study and celebrate culture and ecology. Island ecosystems make these sites relatively unique when compared to other parks managed by the National Park Service. There are many rare native animal and plant...
Talk Stories with Dr. Ka'imiloa Chrisman
By Interior Newswire | Apr 1, 2023
News Release: An In-Depth Overview of Old-Time Hawaiian History, Culture, Arts & Crafts Presentation.