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The National Parks of Western Pennsylvania (WEPA) invite visitors of all ages and members of the media to attend a press conference on Friday, October 28, 2022, at 1:00 p.m.
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Doug Crossen Selected as Superintendent

National Park Service (NPS) Acting Regional Director Kate Hammond announced the selection of Doug Crossen as superintendent of Devils Tower National Monument.
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National Park Service Signs Lease for Historic Riis Beach Bathhouse, Partners Unveil $50 Mill Restoration Plans

Rehabilitation will breathe new life into the landmarked Art Deco gem at Jacob Riis Park Project will feature an array of boardwalk vendors, restaurants, a bar, event spaces, hotel rooms & pool
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Air Tour Management Plans Completed for Arches and Canyonlands National Parks and Natural Bridges National Monument

The National Park Service (NPS) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) completed air tour management plans for Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, and Natural Bridges National Monument on October 21, 2022.
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Potential prescribed burning week of October 23, 2022

With the prediction of slight rain over the weekend, we are preparing to conduct prescribed burning operations along Southside Drive in Yosemite Valley next week.
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Exploring the trails of the National Parks of Western Pennsylvania

The National Parks of Western Pennsylvania (WEPA) invite visitors of all ages and members of the media to attend a press conference on Friday, October 28, 2022, at 1:00 p.m.
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Winter weather and hazardous driving conditions expected in Yellowstone National Park; Anticipate temporary road closures and driving delays; Stay informed about road status and weather conditions 

Winter weather and hazardous driving conditions expected in Yellowstone National Park; Anticipate temporary road closures and driving delays; Stay informed about road status and weather conditions 
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park to conduct prescribed fire

The National Park Service will conduct a prescribed fire in Cuyahoga Valley National Park, as conditions allow, on Monday, October 24.
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El Malpais National Monument to Host Spooky Star Party

El Malpais National Monument will host a Spooky Star Party on Saturday, October 29, 2022. Drop by the El Malpais Visitor Center any time between 7:30 pm and 9:30 pm to learn about the night sky and how you can help the National Park Service protect our dark skies in Northwest New Mexico.
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Call for Guided Astronomy and Hiking Tour Commercial Use Authorizations in Haleakala National Park 2022

Haleakalā National Park is now accepting applications for commercial guided astronomy and hiking tours to be conducted in the park under Commercial Use Authorizations (CUAs).
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The National Park Service Initiates Environmental Impact Statement for a Wilderness Stewardship Plan at Isle Royale National Park

The National Park Service announces a Notice of Intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for a Wilderness Stewardship Plan at Isle Royale National Park.
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BLM Seeks Nominations to Rio Puerco Management Committee

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) today announced that it is seeking public nominations for positions on the Rio Puerco Management Committee.
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BLM plans prescribed fire in Catron County

Beginning November 1 and ending December 31, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Socorro Field Office plans to burn piles of juniper and piñon cuttings in three locations in Catron County, weather permitting.
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BLM to Host Wild Horse and Burro Event in Milton, Florida

The Bureau of Land Management will host a wild horse and burro placement event November 4-5, 2022, offering approximately 70 excess animals gathered from western rangelands at the June Ates Arena at the Santa Rosa County Fairgrounds located at 8690 Bobby Brown Road, Milton, Florida.
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The Bureau of Land Management issues decision on Lila Canyon Mine

The Bureau of Land Management Green River District has prepared an environmental assessment and authorized Emery County Coal Resources, Inc., to take measures on approximately 7.3 surface acres to fight the Lila Canyon Mine fire near Price, Utah, that started Sept. 20, 2022.
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BLM seeks comments on proposed Rough Hat Clark County Solar Project near Pahrump

 The Bureau of Land Management Las Vegas Field Office is seeking public comments on the proposed 400-megawatt Rough Hat Clark County Solar Project in Clark County, Nevada.
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Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office detains suspect after citizen report of vandalism at La Cieneguilla Petroglyph Area

On Oct. 19, at approximately 2:19 p.m., the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office (Sheriff’s Office) received a report that an adult male was using spray paint to vandalize a petroglyph panel within the La Cieneguilla Petroglyph Area.
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Bureau of Land Management to host Virtual Hiring Fair for Fire and Aviation

The Bureau of Land Management Fire program is hosting a hiring webinar on Thursday, October 27th from 11:00 a.m.
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BLM Opens Fortymile Caribou Federal Subsistence Hunt on October 27

After consultation with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADFG), the National Park Service, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the Eastern Interior Subsistence Regional Advisory Committee, and under authority delegated by the Federal Subsistence Board, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Eastern Interior Field Office will open the Fortymile caribou federal subsistence hunt on federal public lands in Units 20E, 25C and a portion of 20F at midnight on October 27, 2022.
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Logging operation temporarily closes access to Doerner Fir Trail

The road that accesses the Doerner Fir Trail in eastern Coos County will be closed temporarily while forest management activities occur on nearby private lands.
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