Yellowstone National Park (ID,MT,WY)
Elk Poaching Suspects Charged With Lacey Act Violations
Two men from Livingston, Montana, were charged on January 20th with
violating the Lacey Act and possession of weapons inside a national
park. The investigation began on November 6th, when ranger Brian Helms
discovered that a bull elk had been killed and removed from inside of
the north boundary of Yellowstone near Beattie Gulch. Helms began what
turned out to be a lengthy investigation that was brought to a
successful conclusion with the assistance of the Montana Department of
Fish, Wildlife and Parks and several legal sportsmen who hunt in the
area. M.C., 38, and S.C., 39, both of Livingston,
Montana, were identified as suspects in the case. The criminal complaint
filed in magistrate's court alleges that M.C. admitted to
shooting the elk and also told the investigating ranger and special
agent that he and his brother had then removed it from the park. The
rifle used to shoot the elk and 174 pounds of processed meat from the
poached elk were seized from C. as evidence. Through the combined
efforts of rangers, investigators, cooperating agencies and the public,
the park has been able to achieve a clearance rate of nearly 80% in all
known wildlife poaching cases reported in Yellowstone this year.
[Submitted by Chris Fors, Special Agent]
FIRE MANAGEMENT
Fire and Aviation Management
Launch of Redesigned NPS Fire and Aviation Website
Announcing. . . the new and improved National Park Service Fire and Aviation Website
Designed to serve as a central place for information and services about this essential NPS program, the website is still located at the same easy to find and easy to remember address, http://www.nps.gov/fire
The revised website reflects the new Servicewide graphic identity standards that emerged from the NPS Message Project. These standards were designed to increase public awareness of the agency while highlighting the mission of NPS programs like Fire & Aviation.
Employee feedback and internal focus groups identified specific needs for the website, including the desire to provide more information. In response, the website has been expanded, providing more information than ever before. All accessible with just a click of your mouse.
The homepage was designed by theme to serve various audiences. The new main theme links include:
- Fire Program: Information for those interested in the fire management program.
Highlighted within the Fire Program Section, virtual visitors can locate information regarding: Wildland Fire, Structural Fire, Aviation, the National Fire Plan, and Fire Ecology.
- Education: Resources for teachers, students, and researchers.
Available information includes: fire facts, the Resource Management Education Unit, and research opportunities.
- Public and Media: Current events, fire news, and home safety information.
Featured: Fire News, Fire Stories, Understanding Fire, and links to publications, articles, and photo galleries.
- Developmental Opportunities: Programs to expand your knowledge and skills through training and other methods.
In this area, visitors can access information about the Joint Apprenticeship Program for Wildland Fire, and find out more about IQCS as well as Incident Management Teams. This information can be critical information for employees who are interested in developing their career in Fire Management.
- Employment: Fire job opportunities with the National Park Service.
Employees and potential employees can obtain information about jobs.
- Additionally, there are links on every page to provide access to:
Information Technology - SACS, WebTerm, other computer applications
Fire Resources - Links to fire websites in the parks
InsideNPS - Links directly to InsideNPS Fire & Aviation
About the Fire Program - Staff directory and organizational chart for FMPC as well as the Information Officer Database
And more. . .
So, click on over and check it out at http://www.nps.gov/fire And look for the formal public announcement later this month.
Compliments or concerns, contact:
Roberta D'Amico
NPS Fire Communications and Education Program Lead
Fire Management Program Center
208-387-5239
Tina Boehle
NPS Fire & Aviation Webmaster / NPS Fire Communications and Education Specialist
Fire Management Program Center
3833 S. Development Ave.
Boise, ID 83705
208-387-5875
[Submitted by Roberta D'Amico, roberta_d'amico@nps.gov, 208-387-5239] More Information...
OPERATIONAL NOTES
Servicewide Training
Weekly Listing of Operations Training Opportunities
Operations Training Calendar
This calendar appears every Monday as an addendum to the Morning Report and a separate entry for InsideNPS. It is not meant to be replace the Learning Place; rather it is a quick summary of available training with links (as available) to relevant Learning Place pages. Please note:
- New and revised entries are in bold face.
- Submissions for other training courses should conform to the style used here.
- Please include the URL to the web sites where readers can obtain the requisite forms and/or find out additional information about the training course. If a URL is not specifically listed, the announcement can likely be found on the Learning Place, the NPS training page found at http://www.nps.gov/training/announcements/index.doc.
- Closing dates for applications are underscored.
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February
February 3 — February 6: EMT Refresher, Lassen Volcanic NP, CA. $50 per student. For additional information, contact Kelly_Roche@nps.gov, or call her at 530-595-4444. [Randy Coffman, WASO]
February 23 — February 25: EMS Refresher, Shenandoah NP, VA. For more information, please go to the NPS EMS web site at http://inside.nps.gov/programs/programcustommenu.cfm?menuid=1824&div=45&prog=177.
[Randy Coffman, WASO]
March
March 1 — March 5: Wildland Fire Origin and Cause Determination (NWCG FI-210), FLETC, Glynco, GA. The FI-210 course is designed to provide the coursework portion of the task book requirements for red card certification as a Type III fire investigator (wildland fire cause and origin). The course is open to both commissioned law enforcement and non-commissioned fire and resource management employees who are interested in developing and/or refreshing skills in fire investigation. Fore more information, contact either John Carpenter at 912-267-2607 (John.Carpenter@associates.dhs.gov) or SA Alan Foster at 530-359-2108. [Alan Foster]
March 22 — April 2: Physical Security Program (PSTP-404), FLETC, Glynco, GA. For a copy of the announcement, go to http://www.nps.gov/training/announcements/index.doc. The announcement closes on February 18th. [Wiley Golden, NPS/FLETC]
March 29 — April 2: Law Enforcement for Managers (LEM-402), FLETC, Glynco, GA. For a copy of the announcement, go to http://www.nps.gov/training/announcements/index.doc. The announcement closes on February 6th. [Wiley Golden, NPS/FLETC]
March 30 — April 1: Colt M-16/AR-15 Rifle/Carbine/Submachine Gun Armorer's School, Delaware Water Gap NRA, Bushkill, PA. Those attending will be provided with a complete understanding of the design theory, nomenclature, dynamics, compatibility, interchangeability, detailed disassembly, assembly, maintenance and troubleshooting of the M-16/AR-15 family of weapons and certified for three years as a model-specific Colt law enforcement armorer. The course if for LE personnel only. Cost: $375. The closing date for applications is February 29th. For additional details, contact Mike Zirwas, park ranger, at 570-588-2436 or contact him via email. [Mike Zirwas, DEWA]
April
April 6 — April 9: Wireless Telecommunication Systems, BLM Training Center, Phoenix, AZ. The three-and-a-half day course will provide participants with information on the siting, construction, operation and management of wireless telecommunications systems. Training will also focus on regulatory requirements and agency policies, distinguish among the different wireless communications technologies and services, and identify ways to improve application processing. No tuition for NPS participants. Contact Lee Dickinson via email or at 202-513-7092. For more information, go to www.ntc.blm.gov, click on "Training Central," then on the NTC course schedule. Look for "Wireless Telecommunications Systems." Applications close on January 30th. [Lee Dickinson, WASO]
April 19 — April 23: Wildland Fire Origin and Cause Determination (NWCG FI-210), Colorado Springs, CO. The FI-210 course is designed to provide the coursework portion of the task book requirements for red card certification as a Type III fire investigator (wildland fire cause and origin). The course is open to both commissioned law enforcement and non-commissioned fire and resource management employees who are interested in developing and/or refreshing skills in fire investigation. Fore more information, contact either John Carpenter at 912-267-2607 (John.Carpenter@associates.dhs.gov) or SA Alan Foster at 530-359-2108. [Alan Foster]
April 19 — April 23: NPS Servicewide Basic Technical Rescue Training, Canyonlands NP, UT. This training course is designed for personnel who routinely evacuate injured or stranded persons from heights and difficult terrain. The course will provide participants with the skills to perform difficult technical rescues. Students will be required to bring technical gear, including seat harness, climbing helmet, carabiners, rappel rack, ascenders, etc. This is a very physically demanding course conducted outdoors with frequent exposure to severe heights. All participants must be in good physical condition. There is no tuition cost. All travel and per diem expenses will be by benefiting account. Nominations must be submitted by March 1st to Ken Phillips at Grand Canyon NP, either via email, phone (928-638-7792) or fax (928-638-7838). [Randy Coffman, WASO]
May
May 10 — May 14: Wildland Fire Origin and Cause Determination (NWCG FI-210), Prescott, AZ. The FI-210 course is designed to provide the coursework portion of the task book requirements for red card certification as a Type III fire investigator (wildland fire cause and origin). The course is open to both commissioned law enforcement and non-commissioned fire and resource management employees who are interested in developing and/or refreshing skills in fire investigation. Fore more information, contact either John Carpenter at 912-267-2607 (John.Carpenter@associates.dhs.gov) or SA Alan Foster at 530-359-2108. [Alan Foster]
May 24 — May 28: Wildland Fire Origin and Cause Determination (NWCG FI-210), Redmond, OR. The FI-210 course is designed to provide the coursework portion of the task book requirements for red card certification as a Type III fire investigator (wildland fire cause and origin). The course is open to both commissioned law enforcement and non-commissioned fire and resource management employees who are interested in developing and/or refreshing skills in fire investigation. Fore more information, contact either John Carpenter at 912-267-2607 (John.Carpenter@associates.dhs.gov) or SA Alan Foster at 530-359-2108. [Alan Foster]
June
June 7 — June 11: Wildland Fire Origin and Cause Determination (NWCG FI-210), Missoula, MT. The FI-210 course is designed to provide the coursework portion of the task book requirements for red card certification as a Type III fire investigator (wildland fire cause and origin). The course is open to both commissioned law enforcement and non-commissioned fire and resource management employees who are interested in developing and/or refreshing skills in fire investigation. Fore more information, contact either John Carpenter at 912-267-2607 (John.Carpenter@associates.dhs.gov) or SA Alan Foster at 530-359-2108. [Alan Foster]
June 14 — June 18: Wildland Fire Origin and Cause Determination (NWCG FI-210), Boise, ID. The FI-210 course is designed to provide the coursework portion of the task book requirements for red card certification as a Type III fire investigator (wildland fire cause and origin). The course is open to both commissioned law enforcement and non-commissioned fire and resource management employees who are interested in developing and/or refreshing skills in fire investigation. Fore more information, contact either John Carpenter at 912-267-2607 (John.Carpenter@associates.dhs.gov) or SA Alan Foster at 530-359-2108. [Alan Foster]
PARKS AND PEOPLE
Coronado National Memorial (AZ)
GS-025-7/9 Protection Ranger
Dates: 01/22/2004 - 02/19/2004
Protection ranger position (GS-025-7/9) open at Coronado National Memorial. Relocation bonus of up to $5000 may be paid if approved. Dual career opportunities may be available. Performs resource and visitor protection work including law enforcement, emergency medical services and search and rescue. Performs a full range of law enforcement work in a high intensity drug trafficking and illegal immigrant smuggling area. Conducts patrols, investigations and drug and illegal immigrant interdiction. Provides emergency medical services at the first responder or EMT level. Frequently speaks Spanish to park visitors and violators. Maintains working relations with a wide variety of federal, state and local agencies. Educates, interprets and informs visitors about park resources. Performs resource education work approximately 10% of the time. Performs resource conservation work approximately 10% of the time. May serve as park safety officer or be assigned other collateral duties.[Submitted by Thane Weigand, thane_weigand@nps.gov, 520-366-5515 ext. 32] More Information...
Denver Service Center
Larry Kilborn to Retire
Architect Larry Kilborn retiring after more than 31 years service with the federal government, 30 of those with the National Park Service's Denver Service Center. Larry will retire January 31, 2004.
Larry started working for the Denver Service Center in 1974, working on a comfort station at George Washington Birthplace National Monument, and is ending his career with a new administration and maintenance complex for Tumacacori National Historical Park. Over the years he has worked on various types of projects at Canaveral National Seashore, Carlsbad Caverns National Park, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, Everglades National Park, Fort Jefferson at Dry Tortugas National Park, Fort Moultrie at Fort Sumter National Monument, Gettysburg National Military Park, Grand Teton National Park, Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Jean Lafitte National Historical Park, Ocmulgee National Monument, Zion National Park, and many others.
Larry will miss working with his many friends throughout the National Park Service and plans to stay in Evergreen, Colorado with his wife, Dixie.
[Submitted by S. Richardson, Samantha_Richardson@nps.gov, 303.969.2825]
Submission standards for the Morning Report can be found on the left side of the front page of InsideNPS. All reports should be submitted via email to Bill Halainen at Delaware Water Gap NRA, with a copy to your regional office and a copy to Dennis Burnett in Division of Law Enforcement and Emergency Services, WASO.
Prepared by the Division of Law Enforcement and Emergency Services, WASO, with the cooperation and support of Delaware Water Gap NRA.