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National Park Service taking steps to protect visitors and historic resources at Antietam National Cemetery
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
For the safety of visitors and staff and to protect historic resources, Antietam National Battlefield will remove 47 trees from Antietam National Cemetery this April.
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area Announces Park Concessioner for Camp Store and Stable Service
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area announced this week the selection of Creek Partners, LLC to be the new contracted concessioner for Bandy Creek Camp Store and Stables in the park. Michelle Walker Trieschmann, a Scott County, Tennessee resident and Creek Partners, LLC President, said that the Camp Store would be open by Friday, April 7 and initially will be stocking ice, firewood, sodas, snacks, wine, beer, and maps with more products being added to the shelves in the following weeks.
Season Two of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park's Hawaiian cultural videos debuts with “Hoʻokupu”
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is excited to announce that Season Two of the ʻIke Hana Noʻeau (Experience the Skillful Work)” video series will launch April 5, a few days ahead of the 2023 Merrie Monarch Festival.
Temporary Fix Restores Limited Service to Portion of Lighthouse Dock
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
The winter storm on December 24th, 2022 caused substantial damage to the ferry dock at the Cape Lookout Lighthouse. Following that damage, the dock was closed to the public.
Call to Volunteers for Park Day 2023 at Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park and Friends of the Wilderness Battlefield will be hosting a Park Day volunteer event on April 15, 2023, dedicated to cleaning and repairing our park resources.
USPP releases body worn camera footage from March 2023 officer involved shooting
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
The United States Park Police (USPP) has released body worn camera footage from a March 18, 2023 officer involved shooting in Washington, D.C.
Ranger-led History Hikes at National Park
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
On Saturday, April 8, 22 and 29, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm, join a ranger and meander through a beech maple forest while learning about the area’s history and the early settlers and farmers who came to this region in the 1800s.
Mojave National Preserve to Host Earth Day Events and Park Clean-Up, April 21-23
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS) invites you to visit Mojave National Preserve to camp and help clean up the park April 21-23, Earth Day weekend.
Fort Raleigh National Historic Site seeks help solving recent crimes
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
National Park Service employees and partners over the past several weeks have noticed an increase in vandalism, theft and attempted theft of government property at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site (Fort Raleigh).
2023 Professional Development Opportunity for Teachers
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
Obed Wild and Scenic River is pleased to announce that we will be recruiting teachers again this year to participate in the Teacher-Ranger-Teacher (TRT) program this summer.
Junior Ranger Day Celebration at Big Thicket
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 8, 2023
Come celebrate Junior Ranger Day at Big Thicket National Preserve on Saturday, April 22, 2023.
Tuzigoot National Monument to reopen April 9
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: CLARKDALE, Ariz. - Tuzigoot National Monument will reopen to the public at 8 a.m. on Sunday, April 9, 2023. The Tuzigoot Fire, located within Tuzigoot National Monument, began on April 2 and is now 100% contained. The Tavasci Marsh and all trails leading to the marsh remain closed until further due to public safety concerns.
Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Review Committee Notice of Public Meeting discussed on April 7 by Interior Department
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
The US Interior Department published a two page notice on April 7, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Bear Lake
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: Bear Lake Road ends 9.2 miles from the junction with Trail Ridge Road at the Parking Area for Bear Lake. From the parking area, take a short walk on a marked path to reach Bear Lake itself. Bear Lake offers spectacular scenic views of Bear Lake, Hallett Peak and the surrounding mountain peaks.
Suppression Efforts Continue on the Cypress Camp Trail Fire
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: OCHOPEE, FL - Fire suppression operations continued on the Cypress Camp Trail Wildfire today as crews conducted suppression burn out operations to continue to help secure the north and west perimeter of the fire. The fire is currently 7,600 acres with 10% containment.
Exploring the Bear Lake Road Corridor
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: The Bear Lake Road Corridor is a gateway to incredible scenic views, a wide variety of hiking trails great for all ages, and spectacular wildlife viewing opportunities and camping. There is a reason the Bear Lake Road Corridor is one of the most visited areas of Rocky Mountain National Park.
The Bungalow at Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: The Bungalow, located on the hill adjacent to the Mansion, is a Craftsman-style building constructed in 1916-17. It was designed as a secluded retreat by Harold Van Buren Magonigle for Mary Montague Billings French, daughter of Frederick Billings. The Bungalow remained unchanged until 1959 when the daughter...
Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Oil and Gas Facility Site Security discussed on April 7 by Interior Department
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
The US Interior Department published a two page notice on April 7, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Acadian Cultural Center Sponsors Stage for Festival International de Louisiane
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: Lafayette, LA.: The Acadian Cultural Center is pleased to sponsor the performances and presenters on “La Galerie" stage for Festival International de Louisiana. “La Galerie “stage performances will take place April 28-30, 2023. The festival is free!.
Interior delays opening of lands in Public Land Order No. 7899
By Interior Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
News Release: ANCHORAGE, Alaska - The Bureau of Land Management announced today that Interior is delaying the opening of lands in the Kobuk-Seward Peninsula Planning Area described in Public Land Order No. 7899 until Aug. 31, 2024.