Secretary Zinke and Interior Leadership host First-Ever Public Lands Access for Veterans Meeting at Interior

October 27, 2017 / by Jason Patlis / Government, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior The Hunting and Fishing Access for Veterans roundtable discussion was hosted by Secretary Zinke and included members of his leadership team. More than 20 veteran advocates participated, including many who specialize in hunting and fishing therapy for returning warriors. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/secretary-zinke-and-interior-leadership-host-first-ever-public-lands-access-veterans

Zinke Cheers President Trump’s Nomination of Steven Gardner for Interior Post

October 26, 2017 / by Jason Patlis / Government, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior The Office of Surface Mining, Reclamation & Enforcement is responsible for establishing a nationwide program to protect society and the environment from the adverse effects of surface coal mining operations, under which OSMRE is charged with balancing the nation’s need for continued domestic coal production with protection of the environment. […]

Department of the Interior Releases Energy Burdens Report

October 25, 2017 / by Jason Patlis / Government, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior The report identified agency actions that potentially burden the development or use of domestically produced energy resources, with particular attention to oil, natural gas, coal, and nuclear energy resources. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/department-interior-releases-energy-burdens-report

Secretary Zinke Announces Largest Oil &Gas Lease Sale in U.S. History

October 24, 2017 / by Jason Patlis / Government, North America, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior The Department is proposing the largest oil and gas lease sale ever held in the United States –76,967,935 acres in federal waters of the Gulf of Mexico, offshore Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida.  Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/secretary-zinke-announces-largest-oil-gas-lease-sale-us-history

Get hooked on fishing on public lands and waters

October 11, 2017 / by Jason Patlis / Government, North America, Species, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior Fishing is a favorite outdoor pastime for many people. Alone or with friends and family, fishing can be a fun and relaxing opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. From the calm of fly fishing in a Montana stream to the thrill of sportfishing in the Gulf of Mexico, fishing is a […]

Interior Welcomes Six New Hires to the Department

October 10, 2017 / by Jason Patlis / Government, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior This week, the Department of the Interior announced the addition of six appointees to join the Department. These individuals will fill key positions throughout the Department, including in the Bureau of Land Management, the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Water and Science, Office of the Assistant Secretary for […]

Bureau of Land Management third quarter oil and gas lease sales hit combined $170.7 million

October 6, 2017 / by Jason Patlis / Government, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior In keeping with the Administration’s goals of promoting America’s energy dominance, seven Bureau of Land Management state offices generated $170.7 million in bonus bids during their quarterly oil and gas lease sales. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/bureau-land-management-third-quarter-oil-and-gas-lease-sales-hit-combined-1707-million

A Natural Masterpiece: Public Lands and Homelands

October 5, 2017 / by Jason Patlis / Government, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior America’s public lands and tribal homelands have inspired artists for centuries. Check out some of the ways that artists and Interior have come together to produce awe-inspiring art.  Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/blog/natural-masterpiece-public-lands-and-homelands

Readout of the First Meeting of Re-chartered U.S. Interior Royalty Policy Committee

October 4, 2017 / by Jason Patlis / Asia, Government, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior The Committee was re-chartered in an effort to provide a continuous forum for interested stakeholders to debate and deliberate recommendations to the Secretary on ensuring the public receives full value of natural resources produced on federal and Indian lands, including renewable energy sources. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/readout-first-meeting-re-chartered-us-interior-royalty-policy-committee

An Unlikely Hero in Puerto Rico Recovery Efforts

October 4, 2017 / by Jason Patlis / Government, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior While conducting a security assessment of a closed hospital in Humacao, Puerto Rico, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service employee James Casey noticed something unusual: A small dog that would prove to be an extraordinary hero. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/blog/unlikely-hero-puerto-rico-recovery-efforts

Interior Department Supported $254 Billion in Economic Activity and Nearly 1.7 million Jobs in FY 2016

September 29, 2017 / by Jason Patlis / Government, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior National parks, refuges, monuments and other public lands managed by Interior hosted an estimated 473 million recreational visits in 2016—up from 443 million in 2015—these visits supported $50 billion in economic output and about 426,000 jobs nationwide. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-department-supported-254-billion-economic-activity-and-nearly-17-million-jobs

9 Things You Didn’t Know About Yosemite National Park

September 28, 2017 / by Jason Patlis / Government, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior On October 1, 1890, Yosemite became a national park, and more than 125 years later, it’s still wowing visitors. Check out some cool facts about this legendary California landmark. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/blog/9-things-you-didnt-know-about-yosemite-national-park

Urban Waters Team Wins “People’s Choice” Public Service Award

September 28, 2017 / by Jason Patlis / Government, Species, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior Four Interior bureaus — the U.S. Geological Survey, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Bureau of Reclamation — have more than 50 staff working in 19 Urban Waters locations. Projects in these cities have included restoring urban wetlands; building trails, parks, and green space; reducing storm […]

Readout of Meeting between U.S. Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke and Federated States of Micronesia President Peter Christian

September 26, 2017 / by Jason Patlis / Government, North America, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior The Secretary and the President discussed a variety of topics focusing on the importance of the close and mutually beneficial relationship between the United States and the Federated States of Micronesia. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/readout-meeting-between-us-interior-secretary-ryan-zinke-and-federated-states

11 Things You Didn’t Know about Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

September 22, 2017 / by Jason Patlis / Government, United States Department of the Interior

Published by the Department of the Interior Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks astound visitors with their wild beauty. Test your knowledge about these two incredible parks. Read the full article at: https://www.doi.gov/blog/11-things-you-didnt-know-about-sequoia-and-kings-canyon-national-parks

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