Blog of the Interior

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12 Jobs That Support Interior’s Unique Mission
May 6, 2022
Earth, water, air, fire — Interior covers it all! Our mission is a unique one and we have an impressive and diverse team that works hard to achieve it every day. 
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Wild for Wildflowers
May 5, 2022
From early spring to late fall, nature puts on a spectacular show with wildflower blooms across the country.
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10 Tips to Prevent Wildfires
May 4, 2022
Nationally, almost 9 out of 10 wildfires are caused by humans. These preventable wildfires threaten lives, property and our precious natural resources. 
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Meet the Wyoming Toad
May 3, 2022
The Wyoming toad once flourished in the wetlands and rivers of southeastern Wyoming. Now, it is one of the most endangered amphibian species in North America. 
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A Conversation with Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Deputy Director Glenda Owens
Mar 24, 2022
Glenda Owens serves as Deputy Director of OSMRE. We asked her to share her path to the Department of the Interior, the work of OSMRE, and how addressing abandoned mine land...
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Unique Ways to Experience DC’s Cherry Blossoms
Mar 22, 2022
The blooming of the cherry trees around the Tidal Basin in Washington has come to symbolize the natural beauty of our nation's capital city. The famous trees — a gift from...
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7 Tips from Women in STEM at Interior
Mar 15, 2022
To ensure that the doors are open to future leaders in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields, we asked Dr. Candi Hudson, a mechanical engineer for oil spill...

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