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Yellowstone Volcano receives ample attention for being a large, active, caldera-forming volcanic system. Given the massive eruptions over the last 2.1 million years, our focus on Yellowstone is understandable. However, hidden in its metaphorical shadow is another volcanic complex – the Absaroka Volcanoes.

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By NPT Staff - February 18th, 2021 1:45am

Package Of Public Lands Bills Expected To Face House Vote Next Week

Wilderness protection, a permanent ban on uranium mining near Grand Canyon National Park, and measures that would protect rivers are in a package of public lands legislation expected to reach the House floor for a vote next week.

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By NPT Staff - February 17th, 2021 2:00am

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Grand Canyon National Park's Shuttles To Roll March 1

Visitors traveling to Grand Canyon National Park this spring will be greeted by modified changes in shuttle bus operations compared to previous years. The spring schedule will be in place from March 1 through May 28.

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By NPT Staff - February 17th, 2021 1:30am

Researchers Optimistic Over Elkhorn Coral Transplants At Dry Tortugas

Nursery-grown elkhorn coral transplanted into Dry Tortugas National Park survived and thrived, growing twice as fast as corals planted in other locations in the Florida Keys, according to a new U.S. Geological Survey study published in Endangered Species Research.

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By NPT Staff - February 16th, 2021 1:45am

Op-Ed | Next Steps To Get The LWCF Back On Track

The National Marine Manufacturers Association applauds the Biden administration's revisions to how former Interior Secretary David Bernhardt wanted the Land and Water Conservation Fund administered.

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By NPT Staff - February 16th, 2021 1:30am

Burrowing Animals Fare Better Than Birds Under Hotter Climate

Though birds presumably could fly to cooler temperatures as the climate heats up, studies show that burrowing animals in places such as Death Valley National Park and Mojave National Preserve in California are better able to endure higher temperatures than their feathered counterparts.

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By NPT Staff - February 15th, 2021 1:45am

Low Water Levels Limit Boat Launches At Bullfrog At Glen Canyon NRA

Low water levels at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in Utah have reduced the boat launch options at the Bullfrog Marina on Lake Powell.

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By NPT Staff - February 15th, 2021 1:30am

Searching For Glaciers In The National Parks

It’s no secret glaciers are retreating due to global warming trends. Different federal agencies have set up glacial monitoring programs to track these changes in the national parks. But don’t fret about a total disappearance of glaciers just yet. There are national parks in both the U.S. and Canada where you can still see, and even stand on, a glacier.

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By Rebecca Latson - February 14th, 2021 2:15am

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A Valentine From America’s National Parks

We have enjoyed a 50-year love affair with America’s national parks. It began during the summer of 1969 with multiple national park visits during a drive from Florida to northern Alberta, Canada. Heading west against the wind on a Wyoming highway to visit Yellowstone National Park, our underpowered 1967 VW camper was unable to make the posted minimum speed limit of 45 mph. This lengthy but delightful trip proved to be the starting point for over five decades of visits to America’s national parks. It seems only appropriate on this Valentine’s Day to share with you some of the February beauty available to everyone through national park webcams. By the way, a winter visit to Yellowstone is an experience not to be missed.

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By David and Kay Scott - February 14th, 2021 2:00am

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Former CEO Of Parks Canada Has Died

One of the great leaders for Canada’s parks has died. Tom Lee was the CEO of the Parks Canada Agency for nine years and received the Order of Canada for his work.