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Honoring Native American Code Talkers
A historic black and white photo of two native american men in combat fatigues operating a radio in the jungle.
11/7/2017
In World War I and World War II, Native American soldiers, sailors and marines used their native languages to develop codes that could not be broken. Those men became known as Code Talkers and their courage and creativity saved many American lives.
Alaska Day: Celebrating Alaska’s Transfer from Russia
A man in a red jacket stands on a hilltop looking out at a gorgeous landscape of forests, a blue lake, and a long mountain range.
10/17/2017
From epic landscapes to bountiful resources and amazing wildlife, check out Interior's connections to the Last Frontier.
A Natural Masterpiece: Public Lands and Homelands
Contrasting purples and greens flow together
10/5/2017
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. 
An Unlikely Hero in Puerto Rico Recovery Efforts
A small dog wearing a sweater sits on the seat of an electric scooter.
10/4/2017
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.
9 Things You Didn’t Know About Yosemite National Park
Half Dome with a pink sunset
9/28/2017
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.
11 Things You Didn’t Know about Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
A person stands looking up a tall sequoia trees
9/22/2017
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks astound visitors with their wild beauty. Test your knowledge about these two incredible parks.
Everything you need to know about hunting on public lands
A hunter crouches on rocks, looking at the landscape
9/1/2017
Whether you are a first-time hunter or a seasoned sportsman or woman, there’s no better place for a hunt than on America’s public lands.
Volunteer for National Public Lands Day
An artist sits on rocks with his easel and paints the rolling green hills of Shenandoah.
8/29/2017
Learn more about some of the incredible ways you can volunteer on your public lands this National Public Lands Day!
Find Your Public Lands Adventure
Two visitors walk by the hanging ice from the Apostle Island ice caves with its blue tinge
8/15/2017
America’s public lands offer endless opportunities for fun and adventure! We’ve compiled a list of a just a few of the best events on public lands throughout the year so check out these 22 amazing events and plan your next public lands adventure.
2017 Total Solar Eclipse Viewing Tips
The black circle of the moon blocks the sun with light streaming around its edges.
8/14/2017
With wide-open spaces and low light pollution, public lands are the perfect place for viewing the total solar eclipse, and we’re sharing advice for safely witnessing this awesome moment. 
Gifford Pinchot: A Legacy of Conservation
A black and white photo shows Gifford Pinchot smiling with his hat and bushy moustache.
8/9/2017
Gifford Pinchot's August 11 birthday commemorates an extremely powerful voice in America’s conservation movement -- influencing presidents, departments and even shaping the definition of conservation. 
10 awesome owl photos for International Owl Awareness Day
A yellow-eyed great horned owl peers over the edge of a tree branch.
8/2/2017
Celebrate International Owl Awareness Day with awesome facts about some of our nation’s owls. Plus, the photos are a real hoot!  
Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement
Flowers color the grounds of a recently reclaimed mine.
7/31/2017
It's the OSMRE's 40th birthday! Learn more about this bureau's powerful work. 
American Heroes: Employees step up to the challenge at Interior
Leslie Reynolds helicopters through the forests atop of a visitor she rescued.
7/25/2017
Join us in celebrating the everyday heroes in your community and learn more about some of our courageous employees at Interior.
#FindYourWay on America' s Wild and Scenic Rivers
A canoe floats down the Niobrara River on a day with clear blue skies.
7/24/2017
Since the Wild and Scenic Rivers act was passed in 1968, 208 river segments have been protected across the country. Read more to learn about 15 Wild and Scenic Rivers you should explore!

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