News published on Federal Newswire in March 2023

News from March 2023


Temporary Fishing Closure at Bandelier National Monument to Support Fish Restoration

Effective immediately, Bandelier National Monument will enact a temporary parkwide fishing closure to support fish restoration.


Have Fun in the Sun at Haleakalā National Park’s Solar Festival

Join Haleakalā National Park in celebrating the 2023 Solar Festival! From Thursday, March 16 through Saturday, March 18, visit the “House of the Sun” to explore methods of daytime astronomy and learn about our closest star.


National Park Service Resumes Ship Island Operations for 2023 Season

The National Park Service will resume Ship Island Excursion ferry service and ranger-led programs at Ship Island beginning March 18, 2023.


Gateway Arch National Park Sees 41% Attendance Increase in 2022

Visitation to Gateway Arch National Park jumped by 41% from 2021 to 2022 according to National Park Service visitation figures released this week.


Amache National Historic Site invites public input on the development of foundation document

The National Park Service (NPS) is preparing a foundation document to guide future planning and management of the Amache National Historic Site and is seeking public comment on its development.


President proposes $3.8 billion for National Park Service budget in Fiscal Year 2024

The Biden-Harris administration today released the President’s Budget for Fiscal Year 2024.


Cape Hatteras National Seashore seeks high-school-aged students for paid summer jobs in Buxton

Cape Hatteras National Seashore seeks individuals between the ages of 15 and 18 years old to apply for its Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) summer employment program.


Paterson Fellowship 2023 Call for Entries Open

The Friends of Longfellow House–Washington’s Headquarters are now accepting applications for the 2023 Stanley Paterson Research Fellowship.


Weir Farm NHP Announces 2023 Artists-in-Residence

Weir Farm National Historical Park is pleased to announce six artists selected for the 2023 Artist-in-Residence Program.


Fort Vancouver National Historic Site Hosts Dr. Robert David for Presentation on Rock Art of the Klamath Basin

The National Park Service is pleased to announce that Dr. Robert David, a Klamath Tribal member and Archaeologist, will be giving a talk on rock art of the Klamath Basin titled “Spirit Songs and Sacred Fire”.


Announcing the 2023 David Wills House Museum Hours of Operation

Beginning April 7, 2023, the historic David Wills House will reopen, free of charge, Friday to Sunday, from 1 pm to 5 pm. Effective June 17, 2023, operations will expand to Thursday to Sunday, from 1 pm to 5 pm


Update: Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Prepare for Forecasted Atmospheric River to Begin Thursday

Update: Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Prepare for Forecasted Atmospheric River to Begin Thursday


Volunteer Clean Up Day at the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace to Assist with Storm Clean Up

Volunteer Clean Up Day at the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace to Assist with Storm Clean Up


SBHP Notice of Funding Opportuity 2023

The National Park Service (NPS) invites proposals for the Shared Beringian Heritage Program (SBHP) 2023 funding call.


NPS Seeks Public Input on Proposed Changes to 2020 Hunting and Trapping Regulation on National Preserves in Alaska

The National Park Service has extended the public comment period by 17 days at the request of the State of Alaska.


Carlsbad Caverns Begins Centennial Celebration

October 25, 2023 marks the 100th anniversary of the establishment of Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Signed into law by President Calvin Coolidge, the park was set aside to protect its “…extraordinary proportions and…unusual beauty and variety of natural decoration…”


Dry Tortugas National Park seeks public input on repairs to counterscarp and moat at Fort Jefferson

The National Park Service (NPS) announced the release of the Environmental Assessment (EA) for repairs to the Fort Jefferson counterscarp and dredging of the moat at Dry Tortugas National Park.


Greenbelt Park to reopen hiking trails and picnic areas for spring camping season

The National Park Service (NPS) will reopen hiking trails and picnic areas in Greenbelt Park on March 10


Spring snow removal operations begin

Winter grooming of the 14-mile section of Teton Park Road between Taggart Lake Trailhead and Signal Mountain parking area will end on March 10.


Mount Rainier National Park to move to cashless fee collection starting May 26

Beginning May 26, Mount Rainier National Park will transition to a fully cashless fee system and will accept only electronic card payments for entrance fees and campgrounds.