Thailand Struggles With Overcrowding Of National Parks
While national park visitation concerns in the United States frequently revolve around visitor declines, in Thailand the parks are being overrun by tourists.
- December 15th, 2008
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Musings from Death Valley National Park
Having not played golf in at least 15 years, I couldn't tell if the elevation of the Furnace Creek Golf Course was responsible for my lackluster drives, or whether they were the product of operator failure.
- December 14th, 2008
Re-enactment of General Washington's Arrival at Valley Forge Set for Dec. 19
If you've ever wondered about General George Washington's arrival, along with his troops, at Valley Forge in the winter of 1777, you might want to visit the park this coming Friday, December 19th. That's when a re-enactment of the troops' arrival will be staged at Valley Forge National Historical Park.
Everglades Coaltion's Annual Meeting In Early January
The annual meeting of the Everglades Coalition, which works for the health of the ecosystem that includes Everglades National Park, is set for early next month.
- December 13th, 2008
Glacier National Park's Centennial is Fast Approaching – Don't Miss These Upcoming Deadlines
One of the "crown jewels" of the national park system will celebrate its centennial in 2010, and when you're talking about planning a celebration of that magnitude, there's plenty of work to do. Glacier National Park is off to a great start in that regard, and you may want to know about upcoming deadlines for some activities that are already underway.
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve Working on Off-Road Vehicle Management Plan
From now through January 10 the folks at Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve will be open to your thoughts on six alternatives aimed at managing recreational off-road vehicle use in the Nabesna Road area.
Yellowstone National Park's Winter Season Needs Help From Predicted Storm
Yellowstone National Park is scheduled to open its winter season on Monday, and a storm forecast for this weekend could give the park a big boost in terms of snow cover. Without additional snow, the season might open without enough of the white stuff for snowmobiling.
Wilderness Designation for Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Will Have to Wait
It will take just a bit longer for nearly 12,000 acres of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore to gain official wilderness designation. The kiss of death for the legislation intended to accomplish the deed was its attachment to the massive Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2008.
Trails I've Hiked: Golden Canyon, Death Valley National Park
You won't find many long-distance hikes in Death Valley National Park, which probably is a good thing considering how hot it can get during the summer months. But for those looking to stretch their legs, the trail through Golden Canyon is viewed by many as the "to-do" hike in the park.
This Park Has Scenery, History and a Treasure Trove of Art and Photos
This park offers dramatic views from a trail named Saddle Rock, formations with names such as Eagle Rock, and compelling tales of pioneers who made their way over Mitchell Pass. It also houses the world's largest collection of original sketches, paintings, and photographs by a famous American artist and photographer.
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