National Park Quiz 94: Ringer IV
Nine of the first ten statements are true, but one is not. Can you tell which one is the ringer? You might want to try the two bonus questions too.
- By Bob Janiskee - October 31st, 2011 4:49am
National Park Road Trip 2011: Lodging on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park
Having left Canyon de Chelly National Monument behind, our lodging experts, David and Kay Scott, have settled into rooms on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.
Reader Participation Day: Is It Appropriate For Artillery To Be Used to Control Avalanches In Yellowstone National Park?
Do you think it's appropriate, and in the best interests of its mandate, for the National Park Service to be using artillery to control avalanches in Yellowstone National Park?
East Entrance to Yellowstone National Park To Open On Limited Basis
Yellowstone National Park officials, anxious to get the park's East Entrance Road open to traffic but conscious of avalanche potential along Sylvan Pass, plan to allow traffic along it on a limited basis beginning Wednesday.
- By Kurt Repanshek - May 17th, 2011 3:20pm
American Rivers: Bridge Proposed for St. Croix National Scenic Riverway Imperils 'Wild and Scenic River'
Efforts to gain approval for a four-lane bridge over the St. Croix River not only represent a significant threat to the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, but if successful would set a dangerous precedent for Wild and Scenic rivers nationwide, according to a national rivers advocacy group.
Updated: Unenviable List: Ozark National Scenic Riverways Ranked Among 10 Most Endangered Rivers
Lack of public education and illegal entry were blamed Tuesday when officials at Ozark National Scenic Riverways were confronted with a report that said they are not properly caring for the national treasure.
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Finalizes Long-Term General Management Plan
After more than six years of work, community input, and public review, officials at Apostle Islands National Lakeshore have released the final version of their general management plan for the next 15-20 years.
- By Kurt Repanshek - May 17th, 2011 2:55am
More Road Work in Yellowstone National Park's Future As Engineers Eye A Nearly 16-Mile Section of the Grand Loop Road
Yellowstone National Park officials are proposing to rebuild a nearly 16-mile stretch of the Grand Loop Road in the northern half of the park, a demanding project that will take more than a year to accomplish if approved.
Lodging Discounts Available At Grand Teton National Park
If you're flexible and ready to travel, you can land some discounted lodging in Grand Teton National Park this spring and later in the fall.
- By Kurt Repanshek - May 17th, 2011 2:25am
"Who's Buried in Grant's Tomb?" Get the Answer at the Restored Overlook Pavilion at General Grant National Memorial
The staff at General Grant National Memorial likely grows weary of the question, "Who's buried in Grant's Tomb," but there's now a first-class location to get the official answer. A century-old pavilion overlooking Grants Tomb in New York City has been restored and now provides all the necessary visitor services in a classic setting.
