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#FindYourWay on America’s Scenic and Historic Trails
A bicyclist rides a trail with purple flowers and a trail post to the left of the photo
6/1/2017
As we get ready to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the National Trail System next year, now is the perfect time to explore the nearly 60,000 miles of trails that honor our country's diverse landscape and history.
9 Things You Didn’t Know About Glacier National Park
Purple flowers line the roadside with rugged mountains and a green valley in the background
5/9/2017
On May 11, 1910, President William Taft signed a bill into law establishing Glacier National Park. Learn more about the Crown of the Continent as we celebrate this iconic national park.  
7 Burning Questions: Wildfires & Public Lands
A firefighter carriers heavy tools and walks by a tree and grass on fire.
5/4/2017
Fire is one of nature’s most powerful forces. While fire can be destructive, it can also be rejuvenating and a partner to the stewards of our nation’s public lands.
13 Remarkable Trees to See on Public Lands
A twisty tree under a starry night
4/25/2017
Trees help clean the air, provide habitat for wildlife, help conserve soil and water, and are the source of an entire industry that support jobs and the economy.
Remembering John Muir's Legacy on his Birthday
Teddy Roosevelt and John Muir riding horses
4/21/2017
John Muir was a well-known Conservationist and friend of President Theodore Roosevelt who fought for the preservation of Yosemite and other National Parks.
Game Changer: USGS Announces Largest Continuous Gas Resource Assessment Ever
two circle samples of earth held in a person's hands
4/18/2017
It is just the latest example of how the USGS Energy and Minerals Mission Area provides the nation with unbiased research and assessments that focus on the location, quantity, and quality of mineral and energy resources, including the economic and environmental effects of resource extraction and use. 
21 Excellent Side Trips for Your Next National Park Visit
Dirt tracks curve through a grassy field with mountains in the distance.
4/3/2017
Planning a trip to a national park? Consider pairing it with a visit to a neighboring public land.
12 Pup Photos for National Puppy Day
A fuzzy fox pup lies on its side holding a sprig of grass in its mouth.
3/21/2017
Celebrate National Puppy Day on March 23 with some of our favorite photos of the different types of puppies that you can find on public lands.
Celebrate the Anniversary of the Bureau of Indian Affairs
A native american man in ornate traditional clothes holds large feathers and dances with other Native Americans inside a large room.
3/10/2017
The BIA is just one part of Interior that serves the nation’s federally recognized American Indian and Alaska Native tribes, their reservations, communities, and members.
Theodore Roosevelt's Legacy
Theodore Roosevelt and John Muir stand in Yosemite National Park
3/1/2017
Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th president of the United States, has a proud legacy of Conservation.
Hunting and Fishing on National Parks and Fish and Wildlife Refuges
Hunter on ridge in clouds
3/1/2017
Americans have the opportunity to hunt and fish on public lands managed by the Department of the Interior as part of the Department’s multiple-use policy.  
Women’s History Month: Breaking the Glass Ceiling at Interior
Historic black and white photo of a woman in a National Park Service uniform standing in front of a large pile or elk antlers.
3/1/2017
March is Women’s History Month, and we’re honoring just a few of the notable women who broke the glass ceiling at Interior.
13 Things You Didn’t Know About Grand Canyon National Park
A brilliant sun peaks out from the clouds in the evening, casting a yellow light on the orange canyon speckled with green trees and shrubs
2/23/2017
For more than a century, tourists from all over the world have visited the Grand Canyon to experience its awe-inspiring vistas. As we celebrate nearly 100 years of protecting this special place, check out 13 great facts about this Arizona icon.
President Trump Fulfills Promise to Miners, Signs Bipartisan Legislation to Repeal Stream Protection Rule
President Trump signs a joint resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act, eliminating the Stream Protection Rule.
2/21/2017
The President signs a joint resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act, eliminating the Stream Protection Rule.
11 Photos of Affectionate Animals
A Weddell seal pup gives its momma a kiss.
2/13/2017
Everywhere you look, you can see tender moments between couples -- including in the animal kingdom. This Valentine's Day say, "Awww!" with these sweet pics of animals showing affection.

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