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New reservation system coming to Staircase Campground at Olympic National Park

News Release: PORT ANGELES, Wash. - In summer 2023, the National Park Service will implement a reservation service for Olympic National Park's Staircase Campground. This reservation system will be used by campers arriving between July 5 and August 31; the campground will remain first-come, first-served during the remainder of the year.


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Citizen Scientists & Corps Members: The Next Generation of NPS

News Release: The National Park Service (NPS) mission is to “preserve unimpaired natural and cultural resources for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations". This mission is in part fulfilled through human interactions with dedicated pieces of land, whether that be someone hiking in...


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BLM accepting comments on forest health project near Weaverville

News Release: WEAVERVILLE, Calif. - The Bureau of Land Management is welcoming public comments on a proposed project to improve fire resiliency and restore forest health on public lands near Weaverville in Trinity County.


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Call to Artists for Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park-Inspired Design

News Release: The National Park Service and Eastern National are seeking art designs to be used on apparel, promotional material, and other products for Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park.


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BLM to hold virtual public information forum on Eagle Eye solar proposa

News Release: LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz. - As part of the Bureau of Land Management’s efforts to build a clean energy future and achieve the Biden-Harris administration’s goal of a carbon pollution-free power sector by 2035, the Colorado River District will host a virtual forum on April 12, 2023, to share information...


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BLM to hold virtual public information forum on Eagle Eye solar proposal

News Release: LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz. - As part of the Bureau of Land Management’s efforts to build a clean energy future and achieve the Biden-Harris administration’s goal of a carbon pollution-free power sector by 2035, the Colorado River District will host a virtual forum on April 12, 2023, to share information...


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Morristown NHP Receives Grant from the Society of the Cincinnati in the State of New Jersey

Morristown National Historical Park has received a grant from the New Jersey Society of the Cincinnati to fund a new rotating photography exhibit.


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Petrified Forest National Park and Local Tribes Offer Unique Visitor Experiences

The Cultural Demonstration program at Petrified Forest National Park provides local artisans the opportunity to share their cultural and historical connections to the region with park visitors.


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2023 Synchronous Fireflies Viewing Event Dates Announced

Congaree National Park today announced the dates for the 2023 Synchronous Fireflies Viewing Event, which will take place on May 13-16 and May 19-24,2023, and will offer the public opportunities to observe the synchronous fireflies.


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Independence National Historical Park Superintendent Cynthia MacLeod to retire

Cynthia MacLeod, Superintendent Independence National Historical Park, has announced her retirement date of April 3, 2023, concluding 42.5 years with the National Park Service.


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Sobriety and Safety Checkpoints at Mammoth Cave

Mammoth Cave National Park law enforcement officers will conduct periodic sobriety and safety checkpoints on park roadways and riverways for the remainder of 2023.


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Yellowstone National Park receives funding from Great American Outdoors Act for $118 million replacement of Yellowstone River Bridge

Yellowstone National Park recently awarded an approximately $118 million construction contract to replace the structurally deficient Yellowstone River Bridge on the Northeast Entrance Road near Tower Junction.


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Steamtown National Historic Site Requests Proposals for Mobile Food Vendor Participation at Railfest on June 17, 2023

Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) is seeking proposals from vendors to provide mobile food services on Saturday, June 17, 2023 for the site’s Railfest event.


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Bird Flu Present in the Park Again 2023

On March 12, 2023 the Alaska Raptor Center collected an adult Bald Eagle exhibiting signs of illness from Sitka National Historical Park.



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Reclamation announces public review of repayment contract for Stony Gorge Reservoir extraordinary maintenance costs

News Release: ORLAND, Calif. - The Bureau of Reclamation and the Orland Unit Water Users’ Association concluded negotiations for a contract for the repayment of extraordinary maintenance costs for the Stony Gorge Spillway Gate Replacement Project. The negotiated draft contract is now available for a 14-day public review period.


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Gold Creek

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St. Mary Diversion Dam Replacement Draft Environmental Assessment Public Comment

News Release: BILLINGS, Mont. ─ Reclamation announces the release of the St. Mary Diversion Dam Replacement Project’s Draft Environmental Assessment (EA). The St. Mary Diversion Dam is part of Reclamation’s Milk River Project near Babb, Montana. Reclamation is requesting comments on the Draft EA by the public and...


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April 2023 Calendar

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