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This Week: The Biden-Harris administration announces next steps to protect the long-term stability and sustainability of the Colorado River System; Interior leaders visit Tennessee to celebrate the newest addition to the National Wildlife Refuge System; three new agreements with the Republic of the Marshall Islands will bolster its economy, security and help fight climate change; a new survey shows the powerful economic impact of hunting and fishing in the great outdoors; the Great ShakeOut tests earthquake readiness across the country and around the world; it's almost time to get your seat for this year's National Christmas Tree Lighting; and we'll take you to Idaho for a fragrant social media Picture of the Week!
Interior Advances Long-Term Strategy to Protect the Colorado River System
 The Biden-Harris administration announced the next steps to protect the long-term stability and sustainability of the Colorado River beyond 2026. The Bureau of Reclamation published a Scoping Report that details the post-2026 planning efforts that will eventually replace the 2007 interim guidelines for Lake Powell and Lake Mead.
Department Leaders Highlight Conservation Efforts During Tennessee Visit
 Secretary Haaland, Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks Shannon Estenoz, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director Martha Williams made a visit to the new Paint Rock River National Wildlife Refuge in Franklin County, Tennessee this week to celebrate the newest addition to the National Wildlife Refuge System.
U.S., Republic of the Marshall Islands Sign International Agreements
 Assistant Secretary for Insular and International Affairs Carmen G. Cantor was on hand this week for the signing of three agreements between the United States and Republic of the Marshall Islands.
 A new survey from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies shows that Americans last year spent nearly $400 billion on hunting, fishing and other wildlife-associated recreation.
 The U.S. Geological Survey held its annual Great ShakeOut earthquake preparedness drill on 10/19 at 10:19 across communities nationwide. More than half of all Americans are exposed to potentially damaging earthquakes that can occur with very little warning.
 You can join the White House and National Park Service this year at the annual national Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony in President's Park. A free ticket lottery will open online to the public on November 1, with the lighting ceremony taking place on November 30.
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