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The “America the Beautiful�? initiative is a locally led effort to conserve and restore 30% of our lands and waters by 2030. Conserving habitats like wetlands, prairies, forests and coral reefs will not only help wildlife, but bolster climate resilience and access to nature.
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Altamira orioles, with their bright orange bodies and black features on their throats, wings, tails and upper backs, can be found in Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge. This refuge provides important habitat for waterfowl and migratory birds.
Photo by Steve Sinclair
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I had a wonderful visit with the staff at last week. While we toured the park, families were enjoying the beautiful lake shore and the paths were easy to travel on thanks to investments in accessibility over the years.
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When completed, the system will distribute water through 337 miles of pipeline to families, farmers and wildlife. Learn more about 's efforts to bring clean, reliable drinking water to rural communities:
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The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law invests $75.5 million to expand the Lewis and Clark Rural Water System and bring clean water to 350,000 people in South Dakota, Iowa and Minnesota.
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Happy World Lizard Day! 🦎
A female collared lizard or “mountain boomer�? enjoys the sunshine and shows off her vibrant colors at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Photo courtesy of Larry Smith
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Big Southern Butte is one of the largest volcanic domes in the world but, at 300,000 years old, it is also one of the youngest. Hikers who trek to the 7,550-foot-high summit are rewarded with spectacular panoramic views of Idaho.
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Did you know the Canaveral National Seashore has been monitoring sea turtle nests since 1985? Currently, for the 2022 nesting season, 10,027 nests have been recorded. Check out this video of a sea turtle nesting on the beach in the early morning! �?�
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Last week, we announced that nearly $725 million from the law is available to 22 states and the Navajo Nation so we can reduce hazardous pollution and toxic water levels in local communities. Learn more:
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When we invest in infrastructure, we invest in people, communities and our future.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law invests over $11 billion to reclaim abandoned mine lands, eliminate dangerous environmental conditions and spur economic opportunities in local communities.
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These free images are invaluable for further scientific understanding of our planet, including the study, management and conservation of Earth’s resources, and the mitigation of impacts of climate change. Learn more: usgs.gov/landsat-missio
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Landsat satellites have collected more than 10 million images of Earth and have provided scientists with the data needed to tackle problems crucial to everyday life on our planet.
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. was established in 1966, following the construction of the Yellowtail Dam by . The park hosts some of the finest fly-fishing in North America and provides excellent recreation opportunities like horseback riding and hiking.
Photo by Andy Austin
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From satellites to mobile devices, technology is essential for wildfire mitigation efforts and advancing Interior’s work to detect wildfires early, improve firefighter safety and expand our capacity to respond to wildfires locally. Learn more:
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. remains a homeland and sacred place to several Tribal communities. They are the first to live in harmony with the environment and have intergenerational and invaluable knowledge of the landscape.
Photo by M. Quinn
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On International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, we recognize Indigenous knowledge, culture and practices that can inform the way we address climate, foster more inclusive communities, and live up to our responsibilities to future generations.
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We recently announced $192 million in grants for local communities through the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership program to create recreation spaces, reinvigorate existing parks and provide outdoor recreation opportunities in urban areas. doi.gov/pressreleases/
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Friendly reminder to stay inside your vehicle and maintain a safe distance when visiting public lands with bison nearby, including at and national parks.
Photo at Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge by Axel Brunst / USFWS
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Photo at Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge by Nilesh Araligidad
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The ocean is vast and full of sounds! For many ocean creatures, sound is how they communicate and find food. The science for understanding and managing marine sound is a priority for . Learn more about BOEM's Center for Marine Acoustics: boem.gov/center-marine-
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For 150 years, the Bodie Island Lighthouse in the Outer Banks of North Carolina and its powerful light beam have kept silent watch over the treacherous waters known as the “Graveyard of the Atlantic.�?
Photo by Christopher Neal
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Awwwwtters! Sea otters eat 25% of their body weight in food every day. Their diets include sea urchins, crabs, mussels and clams, which they’re known to crack open with a rock and eat while floating in the water.
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Vibrant colors from this sunset bring a gorgeous close to the day.
Photo by Brad Sutton / NPS
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Interior plays a lead role in creating a clean energy economy through increased renewable energy production on public lands and waters, including:
🌞 solar
🌬�? onshore and offshore wind
🌋 geothermal
🌊 wave and tidal energy projects
Learn more: doi.gov/priorities/cle
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During the summer, the iconic snowy owl lives in the arctic tundra. Like most owls, snowy owls can hunt at night. But, up in the arctic, where the sun might not set all day, these owls are successful hunters during the day as well.
Photo by Vinnie Halpin
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The Great American Outdoors Act is the most significant investment in public lands in American history. Combined with funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and “America the Beautiful,�? it will also strengthen our infrastructure and prepare to meet future needs.
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Today marks the second anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act. This landmark conservation law provides resources for maintaining critical facilities and infrastructure in our national parks, wildlife refuges, recreation areas and schools.
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Moose are at home in the water and are good swimmers despite their massive size. Their long, powerful legs enable them to wade into rivers, lakes and wetlands. Watch this moose use its strength to cross a swiftly moving river.
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With new investments from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, there will be many years ahead to revitalize and protect the health and safety of communities.
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Today marks the anniversary of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977, the law that established !
For 45 years, OSMRE has assisted states and Tribes with abandoned mine reclamation, restoring natural spaces and creating a better future for all of us.
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Make your plans, pack your supplies and hit the road! On August 4th, in honor of the second anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act, all entrance fees at Interior managed public lands sites will be waived. doi.gov/pressreleases/
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Yesterday, we published a new rule that helps clarify the management of paleontological resources on public lands at the Department to ensure we can enjoy them for generations to come. Learn more:
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Fossils are evidence of ancient life. They are incredibly cool to look at and connect us to species, landscapes and climates that existed long before humans. 🧵
Photo of a fish fossil by Wyoming’s Fossil Butte National Monument
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Small mammals like the pika are climbing higher to beat the heat.
These tiny rabbit-like mammals live in alpine fields in the American West. They're sensitive to warm temperatures, making them vulnerable to climate change: fws.gov/story/climate-
Photo courtesy of Steve Torbit
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There is an urgent need to minimize the impacts of drought and develop a long-term plan to facilitate conservation and economic growth because drought doesn’t impact just one community — it affects all of us. Learn more about our efforts: doi.gov/priorities/add
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Since 2000, the Western U.S. has experienced some of the driest conditions on record. The Southwest, in particular, is going through an unprecedented period of extreme drought, exacerbated by climate change.
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Lake Mead is the largest reservoir in the United States and part of a system that supplies water to at least 40 million people across 7 states and northern Mexico. In July, the reservoir had fallen to 27% capacity, an all-time low. 🧵
Source: / NASA
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