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Notice of Temporary Road Closure on Public Lands in Nez Perce County, ID discussed on April 24 by Interior Department
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
The US Interior Department published a two page notice on April 24, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
BLM plans to conduct prescribed fires on West Dolores Rim and Animas City Mountain
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: DOLORES, Colo. - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) plans to conduct two prescribed fire treatments within the Tres Rios Field Office this spring. If conditions are right, the burns could occur between May 1 and 15. Fire crews would ignite up to twelve burn units using a combination of ground and aerial...
Uncovering Fruit Tree History in Rock Creek Park Landscapes
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: Trees form a dense canopy on a steep bluff overlooking Rock Creek in northwest Washington, DC, framing the Peirce-Klingle Estate at Linnaean Hill. Here, several structures stand on level terraces cut into the slope, and the open grassy areas and entry drives hint at its appearance a century ago. The...
My Park Story: Tim Hauf
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: Tim Hauf has been a volunteer photographer at Channel Islands National Park for almost 30 years. He has traveled extensively throughout all the islands capturing their beauty and sharing it with the public. His generous contribution has made it possible to have professional photographs for all the park’s exhibits, publications, signs, website, app, and social media. We are extremely grateful for Tim’s incredible donation of time and imagery to the park.
BLM seeks comments on proposed Libra Solar Project
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: CARSON CITY - As part of the Biden-Harris administration’s goal to permit 25 gigawatts of renewable energy on public lands by 2025 and achieve a carbon pollution-free power sector by 2035, the Bureau of Land Management today announced it is seeking public comments on the proposed Libra Solar Project in Mineral and Lyon Counties, Nevada. The 30-day scoping comment period opened today and will close May 23, 2023.
World War I (Teaching with Historic Places)
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: Teaching with Historic Places (TwHP) uses historic places in National Parks and in the National Park Service's National Register of Historic Places to enliven history, social studies, geography, civics, and other subjects. TwHP has created a variety of products and activities that help teachers bring historic places into the classroom.
Bureau of Land Management to hold public information forum on La Madre Foothills recreation
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: LAS VEGAS - The Bureau of Land Management Southern Nevada District will hold a virtual information forum to involve the public in the early stages of a proposed Recreation Area Management Plan for the La Madre Foothills area of Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.
World War II History
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: Teaching with Historic Places (TwHP) uses historic places in National Parks and in the National Park Service's National Register of Historic Places to enliven history, social studies, geography, civics, and other subjects. TwHP has created a variety of products and activities that help teachers bring historic places into the classroom.
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve Visitor Center Hours for Summer 2023
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: COPPER CENTER, AK - Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve has announced the visitor center hours for the 2023 season.
DOI-BLM offers new grant application process starting April 25
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
IIJA Bureau of Land Management Arizona Youth and Conservation Corps. grant opened on April 25.
Interior Department discusses Notice of Intent To Establish Recreation Fees on Public Lands in the Anchorage District Office, Alaska on April 24
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
The US Interior Department published a one page notice on April 24, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Civil War History (Teaching with Historic Places)
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: Teaching with Historic Places (TwHP) uses historic places in National Parks and in the National Park Service's National Register of Historic Places to enliven history, social studies, geography, civics, and other subjects. TwHP has created a variety of products and activities that help teachers bring historic places into the classroom.
Dry Tortugas National Park has limited options for vessels landing on Garden Key during grouper season
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: KEY WEST, Fla. - Dry Tortugas National Park announced limited options and closures for private vessels landing on Garden Key. The park typically experiences increased use by boaters fishing during grouper season, which begins in May. The finger piers and main dinghy beach sustained damage from Hurricane Ian in 2022 and remain closed until repairs can be made.
Glacier Bay National Park Releases Environmental Monitoring and Compliance Program Results
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: Gustavus, AK-Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve today announced results of the Environmental Monitoring and Compliance Program (EMCP) initiated in 2022 to monitor cruise ship operations in the park. Cruise ships bring more than 95% of all visitors to Glacier Bay and are subject to special environmental operating conditions in their concession contracts, in addition to applicable laws and regulations.
Cold War Era Military History (Teaching with Historic Places)
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: Teaching with Historic Places (TwHP) uses historic places in National Parks and in the National Park Service's National Register of Historic Places to enliven history, social studies, geography, civics, and other subjects. TwHP has created a variety of products and activities that help teachers bring historic places into the classroom.
BLM Rio Puerco Field Office conducts Mesa Chivato prescribed fire
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - As weather conditions allow, beginning (UPDATED) now through May 19, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will conduct the Mesa Chivato prescribed fire.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Tribal Transportation Program discussed on April 24 by Interior Department
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
The US Interior Department published a two page notice on April 24, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Interior Department discusses National Register of Historic Places; Notification of Pending Nominations and Related Actions on April 24
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
The US Interior Department published a one page notice on April 24, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Species in the Spotlight: Yosemite Toad
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: Yosemite Toad. Anaxyrus canorus. Five Fun Facts!. 1. The Yosemite toad (Anaxyrus canorus) is endemic to (native and restricted to) the Sierra Nevada where Yosemite National Park makes up over 1/3 of their entire range!. 2. Males and females of this species look very different, but equally beautiful. 3.
BLM Rio Puerco Field Office implements Chain of Craters prescribed fire
By Interior Newswire | Apr 25, 2023
News Release: ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - As weather conditions allow, beginning (UPDATED) now through May 19, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will conduct the Mesa Chivato prescribed fire.