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News Release: BISHOP, Calif. - Reds Meadow Road will be opening this Friday June 17, providing public access to Devils Postpile National Monument, Rainbow Falls, Reds Meadow Resort and recreation sites, trailheads and campgrounds in the Reds Meadow Valley.

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Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area implement Stage 1 Fire Restrictions beginning June 15, 2022 (Gunnison)

News Release: Gunnison, Colo. - Current and predicted weather, coupled with dry conditions, has necessitated the implementation of fire restrictions for many public lands throughout the state. Effective 12:01 am on Wednesday, June 15, in alignment with Gunnison, Montrose, Ouray, and San Miguel Counties; the Gunnison...

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“Weed Warriors” Needed to Target Invasive Species

News Release: WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 14, 2022] - The Crown of the Continent Research Learning Center (CCRLC) and Glacier National Park invite volunteers for a day of hands-on learning during the Annual Noxious Weed Blitz on July 19, 2022. The event will take place from 10 am to 3 pm in West Glacier.

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Announces Temporary Tour Road Closure June 20, 2022

News Release: Pea Ridge National Military Park News Release.

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BLM announces seasonal fire restrictions for lands managed by Redding Field Office

News Release: REDDING, Calif. - The Bureau of Land Management will implement fire restrictions for public lands managed by the Redding Field Office in Shasta, Siskiyou, Butte, Trinity and Tehama counties, beginning Wednesday, June 15. Seasonal fire restrictions are in addition to the BLM year-round statewide fire prevention order and will remain in effect until further notice.

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BLM campgrounds, recreation areas temporarily closed due to flooding

News Release: (BILLINGS, Mont.) - Due to recent extreme weather and unprecedented flood levels in the region, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has temporarily closed the following:.

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Biden-Harris Administration Approves Construction of Two Solar Projects in California

News Release: PALM SPRINGS, Calif. - The Department of the Interior has issued final approval for construction of the Arica and Victory Pass solar projects near Desert Center in eastern Riverside County, a significant milestone in the Biden-Harris administration’s efforts to modernize America’s power infrastructure in the West and permit at least 25 gigawatts of solar, wind and geothermal production on public lands by 2025.

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Jacobs: New Olympic National Park superintendent looks to 'preserve the diverse resources of the park'

The National Park Service recently named Sula Jacobs as the Olympic National Park superintendent.

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Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area implement Stage 1 Fire Restrictions beginning June 15, 2022 (Gunnison)

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Battle Anniversary Kicks Off Summer Programming in Charlestown

News Release: Boston, MA - National Parks of Boston kicks off summer programming in Charlestown with commemorative and family-friendly events to honor the 247th anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill on June 17. These talks, tours, and hands-on, family-oriented activities provide visitors and community members with the opportunity to connect with each other while experiencing some of the most iconic historic sites across National Parks of Boston.

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Ranger’s Choice Hike at National Park

News Release: INDIANA DUNES NATIONAL PARK: Join a ranger on Tuesday, June 21 and 28, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm for the "hike of the week." The hike will vary based on what trail is most beautiful or most interesting that day. Meet at the visitor center and then follow the ranger to the trailhead. Program time includes the drive to the trail.

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Take a Walk on the Wild Side Program 2022

News Release: Pea Ridge National Military Park. “Take a Walk on the Wild Side" program. Take a walk on the wild side with NPS Park Guide Ken Lockhart on Saturday, June 18 at Pea Ridge National Military Park. Ken will conduct a Wildland Scene Investigation (W.S.I) course to include wildlife observation, beginning tracking...

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19 press releases or notices published in May by Department of Interior

There were 19 press releases or notices published by the Department of Interior in May.

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BLM offers fuelwood permit sales in northern New Mexico

News Release: SANTA FE, N.M. - In order to assist the public with obtaining fuelwood permits for Bureau of Land Management (BLM) managed lands, the BLM in coordination with the US Forest Service, will offer in person fuelwood permit sales at the Canjilon Ranger District office on June 28, 2022, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The Canjilon Ranger District is located at 358 State Rd 115 Canjilon, New Mexico.