Cal Poly Identifies Two Remains for Chumash Repatriation

2026-04606, Alaska; Hunting and Trapping in National Preserves

The National Park Service wants to update hunting and trapping rules in Alaska’s national preserves to bring back long-standing practices that support state-authorized wildlife harvests and public access. These changes affect hunters, trappers, and anyone using Alaska park lands, aiming to balance conservation with local traditions. You’ve got until April 9, 2026, to share your thoughts—no new fees or costs are expected.

2026-19996, Notice of Intended Repatriation: California State University, Sacramento, Sacramento, CA

California State University, Sacramento plans to return over 8,500 cultural items to Native American tribes connected to northern Tehama County. These items include stones, bones, pigments, and historic materials, and the repatriation can start on or after October 30, 2026. This move respects Native heritage and involves no cost to the public but honors important cultural ties.

2026-20013, Agency Information Collection Activities; Archeology Permit Applications and Reports

The National Park Service wants to keep collecting info for archeology permits and reports, making sure the process stays smooth and clear. This affects archeologists and anyone applying for permits to dig or study artifacts in parks. They’re asking for comments by October 30, 2026, but no changes to fees or big costs are planned.

2026-20015, Agency Information Collection Activities; National Park Service Concessions Forms

The National Park Service is asking to keep using their current forms for park concessions, like shops and services, without changes. This affects businesses working with the parks and helps reduce paperwork hassle. You’ve got until October 30, 2026, to share your thoughts—no fees or new costs involved!

2026-19002, National Park Service Alaska Region Subsistence Resource Commission Program; Notice of Public Meetings

The National Park Service is holding meetings for Alaska's Subsistence Resource Commissions to discuss local hunting, fishing, and gathering rules. These meetings affect residents who rely on park resources and will happen mostly in October and November 2026, with one in February 2027. No big costs are expected, but these talks help keep subsistence traditions alive and fair.

2026-18306, Official Trail Marker for Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail

This notice issues the official trail marker insignia for the Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail in the National Trails System. The original graphic image for Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail was developed in 2026 with the completion of the Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail Comprehensive Plan. The National Park Service and related agencies have officially adopted and use this insignia to help mark all designated alignments of the Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail.

Previous: 2026-02699, Notice of Intended Repatriation: University of Denver Museum of Anthropology, Denver, CO

The University of Denver Museum of Anthropology plans to return 12 important Native American cultural items, including sacred baskets and pottery, to the tribes they belong to. This repatriation will start on or after March 13, 2026, honoring Native traditions and history. No money changes hands, but this is a big step in respecting Native heritage and culture.

Next: 2026-02701, Notice of Intended Repatriation: Western Washington University Archaeological Repository, Department of Anthropology, Bellingham, WA

Western Washington University plans to return over 12,500 sacred Native American items from the Woodhaven Olcott archaeological site to the affiliated tribes starting March 13, 2026. These important cultural objects, like stone tools and flakes, were found in Snohomish County and are being respectfully repatriated with no cost to tribes. This move honors Native heritage and follows federal law to give these treasures back to their rightful communities.