Dakota Prairie Grasslands

Campground Host at CCC Campground opportunity! Enjoy a free RV/camper spot May 18–Sept 14, 2026, plus trails & river access. Details/apply: volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-op… Learn more about CCC Campground: fs.usda.gov/r01/dpg/recrea… Know someone interested? Share!

facebook.com/reel/163307193… The S-130/S-190 Wildland Firefighter Training course brought to you by BSC-Continuing Education, ND Dept of Emergency Services, and the DPG runs April 10-12 & 17-19, 2026 in Bismarck. Registration closes April 3rd! bismarckstate.edu/continuingeduc…

Help protect the land and wildlife: Avoid driving or riding on unpaved roads and trails when they’re wet or muddy—this can create deep ruts and damage habitats. Always follow the rules in MVUM & OHV guides. The Visitor Maps and Guides has more: fs.usda.gov/r01/dpg/maps-g…

National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) wraps up today! We finish with Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) animals—non-native fish, mollusks, and crustaceans that spread quickly and harm local lakes, rivers, and wetlands. Learn more: fs.usda.gov/r01/dpg/animal…

Invasive Species Week continues! Today’s spotlight is on Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) plants—non-native water plants that can rapidly spread and take over our lakes, wetlands, and rivers. Learn more on our Exotic and Invasive Species webpage: fs.usda.gov/r01/dpg/animal…

Invasive Species Week continues! Today’s focus: Woody encroachment. This is where native trees & shrubs spread across the grasslands. Learn more: fs.usda.gov/r01/dpg/animal…

Invasive Species Week continues! Today’s focus: Woody encroachment. This is where native trees & shrubs spread across the grasslands. Learn more: fs.usda.gov/r01/dpg/animal…

National Invasive Species Awareness Week continues. Today, we look at noxious weeds and invasive grasses. Here are a few. Learn more on our Exotic and Invasive Species webpage: fs.usda.gov/r01/dpg/animal… pic.twitter.com/iyonbasNj2

National Invasive Species Awareness Week continues. Today, we look at noxious weeds and invasive grasses. Here are a few. Learn more on our Exotic and Invasive Species webpage: fs.usda.gov/r01/dpg/animal…

It's National Invasive Species Week! The emerald ash borer (EAB) may be small, but its impact is enormous. This invasive beetle has killed millions of ash trees across North America. Slow the spread: Don’t move firewood. More EAB info on the DPG website: fs.usda.gov/r01/dpg/animal…

It’s National Invasive Species Awareness Week! First up: Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)—a tiny beetle with a massive impact. Learn more about the EAB and see additional photos on our DPG "Exotic and Invasive Species" webpage: fs.usda.gov/.../animals-pl…

Cool summer job opportunity: Volunteer Host at the CCC Campground! To apply: volunteer.gov/.../a09SJ00...… Learn more about CCC: fs.usda.gov/r01/dpg/recrea… Share widely :)

NOW HIRING: DPG Seasonal Temp Forestry Techs in Dickinson & Watford City, ND, or Lemmon, SD! Applications accepted now through 3/3/2026. For full duty descriptions, locations, and how to apply on our DPG webpage: fs.usda.gov/r01/dpg/workin… Apply NOW!

In 2024, scientists uncovered “Triceratops Dreams”—a 5.4-ton, 67-million-year-old fossil with a near-complete skull and neck. You can collect plant/invertebrate fossils on public land, but vertebrate fossils need a permit. Learn more: fs.usda.gov/.../prehistoric

The DPG has an amazing history of dinosaurs In 2019, “Shady,” a 66-million-year-old Triceratops, was found in Grand River National Grasslands. More details: fs.usda.gov/.../prehistori…

Our offices will be closed in observance of the Federal holiday. The National grasslands will remain open for your enjoyment. Forest Service illustration.

We're getting ready to hire Temporary Seasonal Forestry Technicians in Recreation & Trails or Natural Resources! The application window opens this week on USA Jobs. Get your resume ready. More info: fs.usda.gov/r01/dpg/workin… Stay tuned for updates!

Do you have a 4th grader at home? Earn a FREE Every Kid Outdoors National Park Pass valid through August 31, 2026! Visit everykidoutdoors.gov; complete the assignment. Print resulting voucher and bring to a DPG office for your pass: fs.usda.gov/r01/dpg/offices

Prescribed Burning: A Vital Tool for Our Grasslands! Learn how we use this science-based technique and explore the DPG page Prescribed Burning in the Grasslands. fs.usda.gov/.../prescribed…