News from February 2023
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
As we work to improve the infrastructure at Turkey Run Ridge Group Campground, Cabin Camp 3, and Oak Ridge Campground this summer, some campsites and cabins in these campgrounds will be closed.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
National Park Service (NPS) Acting Regional Director Lisa Carrico announced the selection of Stuart West as superintendent of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
Valles Caldera is seeking to commission illustrations for the park’s upcoming Junior Ranger program booklet.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
Denali National Park and Preserve and the communities of the Denali Borough invite all who love winter to come and celebrate Alaska’s longest season at Winterfest 2023, which is scheduled for February 25–26.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area is once again partnering with Knoxville Track Club to hold the annual Oscar Blevins Trail Run event during the annual Spring Planting & Music Festival on Saturday, April 29, 2023.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
St. Croix National Scenic Riverway is seeking public input about future management of the Fairy Falls Day Use Area, located near Stillwater, Minnesota. Due to the forecasted winter storm, the February 23, 2023, public meeting will be rescheduled to March 7, 2023.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
On February 17 at approximately 3 p.m., the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a report an unresponsive hiker on the Bright Angel Trail below Havasupai Gardens.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public input on the proposed replacement of Salt Creek Boardwalk Trail in Death Valley National Park by March 25, 2023.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
From February 23 through March 27, 2023, the composting toilet located at the “Tip Off” on the South Kaibab Trail will be closed for needed maintenance.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
National Park Rangers Luecreasea Horne from Nicodemus National Historic Site in Kansas; Rich Condon from Reconstruction Era National Historical Park in South Carolina; and, Jorge Hernandez from Zion National Park in Utah will be in Springfield to present public programs on February 24 and 25, 2023 as part of Lincoln Home National Historic Site's Black History Month Guest Ranger Series.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
National Park Service (NPS) Acting Regional Director Lisa Carrico announced the selection of Fermin Salas as superintendent of Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS) is pleased to invite visitors and stakeholders to the West Pond Habitat and Viewshed Management Open House on February 25, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
The National Park Service awarded an approximately $33 million contract for demolition of outdated structures and construction of new maintenance facilities at Acadia National Park headquarters.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
Cape Lookout National Seashore will have a Conservation Legacy Women’s Fire Crew on site in Portsmouth Village beginning today, Tuesday, February 21st 2023.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
Weather permitting, National Park Service (NPS) fire managers will conduct a low intensity, one-day burn at the Fort Donelson National Battlefield between January 15 and March 30.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
The National Park Service has awarded a contract to add an immersive museum beneath the Lincoln Memorial and other upgrades to the visitor experience.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
Over 50 online visitors helped Agate Fossil Beds National Monument celebrate International Women and Girls in Science Day last Saturday, Feb 11. Kristin I.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
On Saturday, February 18 at approximately 1:15 PM, Big Bend National Park’s Communications Center received a call requesting emergency assistance on the Pinnacles Trail.
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
The Kīpahulu District of Haleakalā National Park reopened on the morning of Saturday, February 18. The Kīpahulu Campground and all park trails are open
By Press release submission | Feb 23, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Idaho Resource Advisory Council and the Lava Ridge Wind Project Subcommittee will meet on Thursday, March 9, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Standard Time at the BLM Twin Falls District Office, 2878 Addison Ave. E., Twin Falls, ID 83301.
