Parks Beyond Borders #2: Looking Abroad At Other National Park News
A round up of international park news.
- By Randy Johnson - February 15th, 2012 12:18pm
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The latest news from around the National Park System.
Glacier National Park: A Day Hiker's Overview
With more than 740 miles of trails that lead to some of the most spectacular scenery on the planet, Glacier National Park is a hiker's paradise. Here's an introductory overview of some of those wonderful hiking options.
- By Smoky Mtn Hiker - February 14th, 2012 3:00am
Updated: President's FY13 $2.6 Billion Budget Request For National Park Service Carries $1 Million Cut
On its face, President Obama's $2.6 billion FY13 budget proposed for the National Park Service appears to keep funding for the agency basically flat from last year, with just a $1 million decline, but the budget continues some disturbing trends for the agency.
Winter Closure to Interrupt Two Portions of Blue Ridge Parkway
Repairs to two Blue Ridge Parkway tunnels will interdict the high road from mid-February through mid-April between Asheville and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
- By NPT Staff - February 13th, 2012 9:10pm
Photos From Across National Park System Highlight Passport To Your National Parks Photo Contest
A wide diversity of photographs, from landscapes of Noatak National Preserve to sites at Shiloh National Military Park, were among the winners selected by Eastern National for its 2012 Passport to Your National Parks® Photo Contest.
- By NPT Staff - February 13th, 2012 3:00am
Civil War Trust Launches Campaign To Add 77 Acres To Cedar Creek And Belle Grove National Historical Park
Seventy-seven acres in Virginia that saw both a devastating loss to Union forces and a surprising rally against Rebel forces during the Civil War are the focus of a $1.3 million fund-raising campaign launched by the Civil War Trust.
- By NPT Staff - February 13th, 2012 3:00am
National Park Service Looking For Operator of Grand Teton National Park's Climbers' Ranch
Wanted: Operator for historic lodge nestled in the scenic grandeur of Wyoming's Teton Range. Must assume $70,000 maintenance backlog. Annual revenues pegged at $72,228.
- By David and Kay Scott - February 12th, 2012 3:00am
Denali National Park and Preserve Ponders Increased Plowing of Park Road
Visitors interested in winter activities in Denali National Park and Preserve—and the small number of off-season tourists who just want to see the famous mountain—might have increased opportunities in coming years. The park is considering plowing an additional nine miles of road into the park, and is seeking public input on the idea.
- By Jim Burnett - February 13th, 2012 3:27pm
Survey Shows Growth in Mountain Goat Population In Olympic Mountains
The mountain goat population within the Olympic Mountains of Washington state has grown by more than 100 animals to roughly 344 since 2004, according to a U.S. Geological Survey population study, which adds that the population could double in 15 years if the rate of growth stays constant.
- By NPT Staff - February 11th, 2012 3:00am
Acadia National Park Accepting Applications for Education Interns
Acadia National Park is now accepting applications for interns for its education programs, which provide hands-on experience working with 3rd-8th grade school groups.
- By NPT Staff - February 11th, 2012 3:00am
National Park Service To Correct Misquote At Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
It won't happen overnight, or perhaps not even by the end of this year, but National Park Service officials are vowing to correct a misquote that's etched into the base of the "Stone of Hope" at the Martin Luther King, Jr., National Memorial in Washington, D.C.
- By NPT Staff - February 10th, 2012 4:04pm
ORV Group Files Lawsuit Over Cape Hatteras National Seashore ORV Management Plan
In a move not totally unexpected, the National Park Service has been sued over its plan for managing off-road vehicles at Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
- By Kurt Repanshek - February 10th, 2012 1:20pm
Traveler's Gear Box: Adventure Medical Kit's SOL Escape Bivvy
None of us ever wants to be caught out in the backcountry in an emergency, but we should nevertheless plan for that scenario by being prepared for the unexpected. And one good piece of gear, along with the usual matches, snacks, compass and mirror, is something to keep you warm and dry in an emergency.
- By Kurt Repanshek - February 10th, 2012 3:00am
Chickasaw National Recreation Area Fire Truck Part of Guinness World Record Attempt
It's hard to beat a small town parade with lots of fire trucks for an All-American event, but the town of Atoka, Oklahoma, pulled out all the stops recently with an event that should earn a spot in the Guinness World Records. A truck and two firefighters from Chickasaw National Recreation Area were part of the effort, which was all for a worthy
cause.
- By Jim Burnett - June 1st, 2012 11:20am
Big Bend National Park Recognized For Its Dark Skies By International Dark-Sky Association
Natural Bridges National Monument was the very first unit of the National Park System to garner recognition for its dark night skies, but it's not the only unit to be appreciated for nighttime clarity. Big Bend National Park is the latest park to be honored by the International Dark Sky Association.
- By NPT Staff - February 10th, 2012 3:00am
Windstorm Batters Devils Postpile National Monument, Could Delay Spring Opening of Facilities
A windstorm that left areas of Devils Postpile National Monument littered with life-sized Pick-up Sticks could push back the spring opening of facilities and campgrounds in the monument.
- By NPT Staff - February 9th, 2012 3:00am
Time To Enter The National Park Trust's "Kids to Parks" Contest
In a move to get today's younger generations more involved in the outdoors, the National Park Trust is sponsoring a contest for kids to explain how best they can explore the outdoors and enjoy parks.
- By NPT Staff - February 9th, 2012 3:00am
And the Winner Is.....Anon Out West!
Congratulations to Anon Out West, who successfully negotiated Traveler's January puzzlers to win a Ranger Doug retro national parks windshield sticker!
- By NPT Staff - February 9th, 2012 3:00am
Search Continues For Mountain Lion That Attacked Boy At Big Bend National Park
Rangers continued Wednesday to look for a mountain lion that attacked a young boy in Big Bend National Park and which is thought to have aggressively approached a family out hiking the same day.
- By Kurt Repanshek - February 8th, 2012 2:21pm
Reader Participation Day: What is the Most Romantic Place in the National Park System?
Where's the most romantic place in the National Park System to spend the most romantic day of the year?
- By Bob Janiskee - February 8th, 2012 4:00am
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