By the Numbers: Andersonville National Historic Site
Andersonville National Historic Site in southwest Georgia preserves the remains of the Civil War's deadliest prisoner of war camp.
- By Bob Janiskee - December 10th, 2010 3:59am
Visiting Everglades National Park’s Royal Palm Area
We are on our way to Key West, where the weather is more accommodating to those of us past middle age. In truth, Key West is a fun place for people of any age. Warm weather, a fun atmosphere, strange people, wild chickens roaming the streets, and the ghost of Ernest Hemingway looking over your shoulder all make for an enjoyable vacation.
- By David and Kay Scott - December 10th, 2010 2:33am
Is It Quixotic To Work Towards Restoration of the Hetch Hetchy Valley in Yosemite National Park?
Many long have dreamed of the day that the Hetch Hetchy Valley in Yosemite National Park would be drained of its reservoir and allowed to mirror the more-renowned Yosemite Valley. Those dreams are kept alive by the folks behind Restore Hetch Hetchy.
Groups File Appeal To Block Coal Mine Near Bryce Canyon National Park
A number of conservation groups, including the National Parks Conservation Association, has asked the Utah Supreme Court to order a halt to work at a surface coal mine located roughly 10 miles from Bryce Canyon National Park as the raven flies.
- By Kurt Repanshek - December 9th, 2010 1:21pm
Now Might Be A Good Time to Plan that Winter Trip to Sequoia National Park
I long have wanted to walk through the tall trees of Giant Forest in Sequoia National Park with deep snow underfoot. While I can't seem to fit that trip into my schedule just yet, you might want to consider some of the lodging deals being offered at the park.
- By Kurt Repanshek - December 9th, 2010 2:37am
Can Congress Pass Omnibus Land Bill Before Session Ends?
As the days of December get checked off, it looks less and less likely that the lame-duck Congress will address an omnibus land bill that would have some impact on the National Park System.
Omnibus Lands Bill draft.pdf
- By Kurt Repanshek - December 9th, 2010 2:37am
Running With the Sled Dogs in Denali National Park and Preserve
Sled dogs long have been part of the lore of Alaska. Just pick up most any Jack London book. That lore continues at Denali National Park and Preserve, which has the only working sled dog kennel in the National Park System. You can keep tabs on the backcountry work of these dogs by following a blog posted by the mushers.
- By Kurt Repanshek - December 9th, 2010 2:29am
Scotty's Castle Cookhouse Returns from the Ashes at Death Valley National Park
Why does a castle need a cookhouse? A favorite attraction for visitors to Death Valley National Park is Scotty's Castle, and another part of the fabled building's story can now be told with the restoration of the historic cookhouse.
- By Jim Burnett - December 9th, 2010 1:12am
National Park Quiz 89: National Recreation Areas
How much do you know about units of the National Park System designated "National Recreation Area"? Take this quiz and find out.
- By Bob Janiskee - October 30th, 2011 7:09am
A Handy List of Holiday Events Across the National Park System
With the holiday season ramping up, more than a few special events are planned across the National Park System. Here's a glance at some of them.
- By Kurt Repanshek - December 8th, 2010 2:47am
