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Reclamation is hosting a virtual public meeting to provide updates on the development of the Biological Assessment for the 2021 Reinitiation of Consultation on the Long-Term Operation of the Central Valley Project and State Water Project.
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During Visit to Klamath River, Secretary Haaland Announces Four Tribal Water Projects
The Department of the Interior announced today that four Tribal water projects in Oregon and California's Klamath River Basin will receive $5.8 million through the Bureau of Reclamation to restore aquatic ecosystems, improve the resilience of habitats, and mitigate the effects of the ongoing drought crisis.
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Reclamation announces New Melones Lake winter activities
The Bureau of Reclamation announces interpretive programs and activities at New Melones Lake, located in Calaveras and Tuolumne Counties.
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Indian Affairs proposes new regulations to improve fee-to-trust, gaming compact processes
The Department of the Interior’s Office of the Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs today announced the publication of proposed revisions to two regulations, one regarding the fee-to-trust process and one regarding Class III gaming compacts.
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BIA TCR Regional Assessment Report
The BIA Branch of Tribal Climate Resilience (TCR) Regional Assessment aims to evaluate the effectiveness of TCR’s Annual Awards Program and technical assistance and incorporate direct Tribal input to meet Tribal needs and priorities
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Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Pine Ridge Agency Hosts Firing Operations Course for 12 Wildland Firefighters
This October, 12 students received certificates for completing S-219 Firing Operations training (S-219) at the BIA Pine Ridge Agency in South Dakota.
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Honoring Recovery Champion Lou Perrotti
USFWS honors director of conservation for Roger Williams Park Zoo with Recovery Champion Award
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Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge to conduct prescribed burn
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will be conducting a prescribed burn at Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge the week of December 12, weather dependent, on Unit 14 of the marsh to improve habitat conditions.
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Longtime Conservationist and Regional Director for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Selected Oregon State Supervisor in the Pacific Region
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) announced Kessina Lee as the new Oregon state supervisor. With over 12 years in conservation, Lee is new to the Service and brings with her a wealth of experience conducting scientific research and coordinating with Tribal, federal, state, and local partners.
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Central Grasslands Assessment Map: A new tool to ensure the future of our grasslands
The Central Grasslands Roadmap (CGR) partnership is proud to introduce the Central Grasslands Assessment Map. Over the last three years, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) has teamed up with this diverse community of partners from Indigenous Nations, Canada, Mexico, and the United States to think strategically about how to help change the trajectory of our grasslands from degraded and fragmented to thriving, productive lands for people and wildlife.
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The Plight of the Nēnē
Before Polynesians settled Hawai‘i over a millennia ago, three unique species of geese thrived in Hawai‘i— nēnē (Branta sandvicensi), nēnē nui (Branta hylobadistes), and the giant nēnē (Branta rhuax).
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Wisdom, the World’s Oldest Known Wild Bird, Returns to Midway Atoll
Wisdom, the world’s oldest known wild bird, recently returned to Midway Atoll!The beloved Laysan albatross, or mōlī, is at least 71 years old now.
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A Beginner’s Guide to the National Wildlife Refuge System
A Beginner’s Guide to the National Wildlife Refuge System
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Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge to conduct prescribed burn
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will be conducting a prescribed burn at Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge the week of December 12, weather dependent, on Unit 14 of the marsh to improve habitat conditions
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Remains of woolly mammoths found in Marine National Monument
Where woolly mammoths once roamed, deep-sea corals call home
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Los Alamos Visitor Center Closure
Manhattan Project National Historical Park will temporarily close its Los Alamos visitor center at 375 20th Street from December 26–31 and on Christmas, December 25, and New Year's, January 1.
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Yosemite National Park seeks public input for visitor access planning
Yosemite National Park is initiating a public comment period for a Visitor Access Management Plan today.
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Yosemite National Park seeks public input for visitor access planning
Yosemite National Park is initiating a public comment period for a Visitor Access Management Plan today.
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Winter recreation begins on park roads in Grand Teton National Park
Opportunities for over-snow winter recreation are available on park roads in Grand Teton National Park. Enjoy activities such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and walking during this special time of year.
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Park Superintendent Bill Wright to retire at end of year; reception planned for Monday December 19, 2022
Chickasaw National Recreation Area Superintendent Bill Wright will retire at the end of the year. A public retirement reception is scheduled for Monday, December 19th from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the ballroom at the Artesian Hotel. All are welcome at this come and go event.
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