As the nation's principal conservation agency the Department of the Interior has basis responsibilities to protect and conserve our land and water, energy and minerals, fish and wildlife, parks and recreation areas, and to ensure the wise use of all these resources. The department also has major responsibility for American Indian reservation communities and for people who live in island territories under U.S. administration.

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NPS 1316B U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1984-776-031 4023 REGION NO.8