Meet Malissa Abraham, who was an fisheries biologist intern this summer at the Safford Field Office. Malissa learned new skills, such as stream electrofishing for invasive species removal and ecological surveys. Learn about her experience on our blog: ow.ly/5Z3y50T57hp

Join us as we celebrate #WomensEqualityDay, a day to reflect on milestones in women’s efforts to gain equality in the workplace. Susan Semenza is thought to have been the first woman range conservationist in the Bureau of Land Management ➡️ ow.ly/fggO50T6yJm. @blmoregon

Interior is playing a leading role in creating a clean energy future through increased production of renewable energy on public lands and waters, including: 🌞 solar 🌬️ onshore and offshore wind 🌊 wave and tidal energy 💧 hydropower Learn more: doi.gov/priorities/cle…

Following an extensive public process, Secretary Deb Haaland today finalized the decision to retain protections for 28 million acres of public lands across Alaska, which are vital to protecting important natural, cultural and subsistence resources. doi.gov/pressreleases/…

We recently announced nearly $47 million for 10 local park projects through the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program. This funding will help urban communities create recreation spaces, reinvigorate existing parks and ensure all Americans can connect with the outdoors.

A landmark moment in the civil rights movement, 61 years ago today, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.

Everyone deserves the right to experience and access their public lands. That's why we're working hard to ensure that our recreation sites have accessible parking, toilets, picnic tables, campgrounds, and boat ramps. Learn more ➡️ ow.ly/v9oL50T8YAO.

Today, we're proud to announce our proposed roadmap for solar energy development on public lands, designed to ensure efficient and environmentally responsible solar project permitting across the West. Learn more: ow.ly/znnI50T91vs. @interior

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A free lifetime pass to our public lands is available for veterans of the U.S. Armed Services and Gold Star Families, and a free annual Military Pass is available for current U.S. military members and their dependents. nps.gov/planyourvisit/… Photo by Bureau of Land Management - National

If you've got big plans to get outside for Labor Day weekend, we have some tips to help you #RecreateResponsibly. Several areas across the U.S. have ongoing wildfires, which cause fire restrictions and area closures. Know before you go and pack the proper tools.

Chilling with my beaches. The California Coastal National Monument is a biological and scenic treasure- providing feeding and nesting habitat for an estimated 200,000 breeding seabirds, as well as forage and breeding habitat for marine mammals. Bureau of Land Management California #NationalBeachDay

The Land and Water Conservation Fund has protected America’s public lands and waters for 60 years! The fund is a critical tool for preserving our nation’s cultural identity, and ensuring all Americans have access to the outdoors. doi.gov/lwcf Photo by Gary Hamer

#OTD in 1964, Pres. Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Wilderness Act, establishing the National Wilderness Preservation System. Wilderness offers opportunities for solitude, recreation, & personal reflection & protects vital land & water. 📷 Road Canyon WSA, Bureau of Land Management Utah; Bob Wick.

Happy anniversary to the Land & Water Conservation Fund! 🎊 Using this fund across the nation, we're underscoring our commitment to conserving vital habitats, enhancing recreation, & preserving natural beauty of public landscapes for future generations. 📷 Rush Creek; @blmca

See how I climb rocks and travel off trail? NOT very mindful. NOT very demure. When you are out on public lands, remember to recreate responsibly. 🦊 Keep your distance from wild animals. You are in their home. Be respectful. 🦊 Stay on marked trails #WildlifeDay

From restoring wetlands and building new parks to reconnecting wildlife habitat and expanding access to the outdoors, the "America the Beautiful" initiative is accelerating conservation efforts across the country. Photo by Bob Wick / Bureau of Land Management - National

On Sept 28, an estimated 45,000 volunteers will unite for #NationalPublicLandsDay, helping to protect and restore our public lands! It's a chance for people to get outside and celebrate our public lands. Read our full press release to find out more: buff.ly/3ThgZPZ #NPLD

Offering moments of solitude & geologic wonders, Perea Nature Trail takes visitors on a short, refreshing journey in New Mexico. Gravel paths and boardwalks weave through wetlands to beautiful views of rock formations. Experience the trail: ow.ly/rvh950TgO0q. @blmnewmexico

Good news! Protections have been affirmed for 28 million acres of public lands across Alaska. This ensures continued access and use of these public lands now and in the future! 🎊 @blmalaska @interior