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There were 16 notices published by the Interior Department in week ending Oct. 29, according to the Federal Register.
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BLM Richfield field manager on protecting wild burro herd in Utah: Assessment 'would help achieve and maintain an appropriate population size'

The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management's Richfield Field Office is seeking public input for an environment assessment to help protect a wild burro herd in the Canyonlands Herd Management Area.
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The Wildlife Refuges of I-5

Interstate 5 is the West Coast’s primary north-south highway. Considerably inland from the Pacific Ocean at most points, I-5 passes through major cities, yes, but also through verdant forests, majestic mountain passes and fertile river valleys.
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Winter Scenes

Daylight is short. The air is brisk — at least in northern states. Bundle up and venture outdoors anyhow. There’s so much to see in winter at national wildlife refuges.
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Eagles Across America

Half a century ago, the bald eagle was in danger of extinction. Habitat loss, illegal shooting and food source contamination (largely via the pesticide DDT) decimated the bald eagle population.
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A Beginner’s Guide to the National Wildlife Refuge System

The National Wildlife Refuge System is the largest and most diverse network of lands and waters dedicated to ensuring the long-term future of America’s rich fish and wildlife heritage.
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The Wildlife Refuges of I-95

Interstate 95 is the East Coast’s primary north-south road. It runs 1,919 miles from Houlton, Maine, on the Canadian border to just south of downtown Miami, Florida.
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Lost Trail National Wildlife Refuge Designated as International Dark Sky Sanctuary

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) announced today that Lost Trail National Wildlife Refuge (Refuge) has received certification as an International Dark Sky Sanctuary.
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Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge seeks input on draft Environmental Assessment for Right-of-way permit to construct cellular tower.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) requests public comment on a newly released draft Environmental Assessment (EA) and Compatibility Determination (CD).
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Making Great Meadows marshy again

Once big enough to fit 1,400 football fields and seasonal home to Indigenous peoples, Great Meadows Marsh has been through a lot in the last four centuries.
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On the shoulders of giants

On a misty October morning, visitors and old friends gathered among the wetlands of San Francisco Bay to mark a conservation triumph.
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Minnesota Valley NWR - Confluence Gallery

The refuge’s Confluence Gallery, located in the Bloomington Education and Visitor Center, is a venue for emerging and established Minnesota-based artists who reflect the community and excel at creating artwork with a focus on nature and natural elements, ecology, conservation, and/or the beauty of the Minnesota River Valley.
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Coming soon: 125-acres of coastal wetland in the Otay River Estuary

San Diego Bay in Southern California is home to several threatened and endangered wildlife species who depend on dwindling remnant coastal habitats including mudflats and salt marshes.
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Pinhook Bog Upland Trail Hike at the National Park

Join a ranger for a hike on the Pinhook Bog Upland Trail on Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 27 from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
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Doyle Sapp Named Superintendent of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

National Park Service (NPS) Northeast Regional Director Gay Vietzke has announced Doyle Sapp as the next superintendent of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
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Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument Continues South Unit Fencing Project

On November 14th, Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument (TUSK) will continue construction on approximately 0.75 miles of new boundary fencing in the park’s South Unit along its border with Bureau of Land Management-administered land and residential developments
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Decisions made on proposed Stovepipe Wells improvements

The National Park Service (NPS) has released its decision in the Environmental Assessment of proposed improvements in Stovepipe Wells and surrounding areas.
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Search underway for missing hiker Laura Macke

A search is currently underway for a hiker reported missing at 10 am on November 2, 2022.
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Tolleston Dunes Nature Hike at the National Park

Join a national park ranger for a hike on the Tolleston Dunes Trail on Sunday, November 6 from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm.
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New US citizens sworn in at naturalization ceremony at Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area

Today, in a beautiful courtyard at King Gillette Ranch, 57 immigrants became United States citizens during a ceremony hosted by Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, a unit of the National Park Service (NPS), and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
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