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Memorial Day Movie Screenings at the National Park
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
Join a ranger and fellow visitors to honor the Memorial Day Holiday with a screening of Vietnam Nurses at the Indiana Dunes National Park visitor center auditorium on Monday, May 29, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
Recent archaeology project uncovers first shots of the French and Indian War
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
A four-week archeological investigation has verified the location of the first skirmish of the French and Indian War.
2023-05-22- prescribed fire
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS) plans to conduct a prescribed fire in two burn units this spring at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (National Lakeshore).
Lake Washington annual summer refill underway
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials continue the remainder of the annual refill of Lake Washington to elevation 22 ft the week of May 22.
Conservation Through The Arts
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
Saturday, May 27, 2023, at 11 am, Fort Scott National Historic Site and Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge are presenting Jewel Endicott with the first-place award for her age group in the Kansas Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest for the 2nd year in a row.
NAVIGATION NOTICE Number SWL 23-23 McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
Mariners should expect to experience intermittent delays at James W. Trimble Lock (No. 13) NM 292.8 between May 31 and June 21
USACE, Chesapeake schedule Deep Creek Bridge groundbreaking ceremony
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District, and the City of Chesapeake, in partnership with the prime contractor, Archer Western LLC, will host a groundbreaking ceremony for the Deep Creek Bridge Replacement project at 9:30 a.m. May 25, at 100 George Washington Highway in Chesapeake, Virginia.
500% Greater Risk of Drowning due to Cold Water at Start of Summer
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
As millions of Americans head out on the water to enjoy the warmer weather, recreation managers with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are urging caution.
Corps of Engineers to reopen Lock and Dam 1 visitor center
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is reopening its Lock and Dam 1 visitor center May 26.
McGlinn Island Jetty emergency repairs underway to protect endangered salmon
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
Emergency repairs to the McGlinn Island Jetty, near La Conner, Washington, are underway led by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Seattle District. Repairs come after an April 13 discovery by biologists of dead and injured juvenile fish during a site visit to evaluate long-term maintenance to the more than 80-year-old jetty.
Blue Marsh Lake - Water Safety and Other Reminders for Summer Season Kickoff
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Blue Marsh Lake Park Rangers would like to remind visitors of the importance of practicing safe, sensible, and thoughtful activities in, on, and around open water.
Leisure At the Lake Summer Series – A New Way to Learn and Partake in Recreation
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is proud to present a new summer series for you and your family to enjoy.
ENTICE Illinois Pollinator Workshop to be Held at the Carlyle Lake Visitor Center
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, will be hosting an ENTICE (Environment and Nature Training Institute for Conservation Education) Illinois Pollinator workshop at the Carlyle Lake Visitor Center from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 17, 2023.
Horseback Riding
By Interior Newswire | May 22, 2023
News Release: Sixteen miles of horse trails cross through both the National Military Park and state park. Horses are not provided. For more information, contact Kings Mountain State Park at (803) 222-3209.
Arrest made in Rock Creek Parkway fatal traffic crash
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
The United States Park Police arrested the driver involved in the fatal March 15 crash on Rock Creek Parkway that killed three occupants in one of the involved cars.
Park Shuttles Ready to Roll Starting Memorial Day Weekend
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
Planning a paddling trip on the Delaware River but only have one vehicle? Or perhaps you’d like to hit the McDade Trail to get some mileage in on your bike but don’t want to ride all the way back?
National Park Service is Ready to Welcome Summer Visitors
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
PA- Employees at Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area have been busy gearing up and getting facilities ready for a busy summer season.
Summer Operations Begin Memorial Day Weekend
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
Beginning May 26, visitors to the Memorial will have a variety of programming and trip planning tools at their disposal.
Reconstruction Era National Historical Park to Participate in Community Events and Programs Commemorating the 160th Anniversary of the Combahee Raid
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
On the night of June 1, 1863, Harriet Tubman and soldiers of the United States Army – including members of the 2nd South Carolina Volunteers – slipped away from the docks at Beaufort and sailed up the Combahee River.
Black Friday: A Cinematic Experience, May 26, 2023
By Interior Newswire Report | May 22, 2023
The park presents Black Friday: A Cinematic Experience on Friday, May 26, 2023 at 7:00 pm.