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Photographer Rebecca Latson took a short trip to Crater Lake National Park. In her previous article, she detailed what she saw and what you can expect regarding Covid-19 precautions within the park. In this article, Rebecca shows you what she saw and photographed and tells you how you can capture great images of your own in this unique national park.

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By Rebecca Latson - August 12th, 2020 2:00am

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BLM Removes Parcels Near Arches, Canyonlands National Parks From Oil And Gas Auction

Lands near Arches and Canyonlands national parks in Utah have been removed from an oil and gas lease auction the U.S. Bureau of Land Management has scheduled for September.

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By Kurt Repanshek - August 11th, 2020 5:56pm

Climber Survives Fall Into Crevasse At Grand Teton National Park

A climber in Grand Teton National Park has survived a fall into a crevasse thanks to fellow climbers who came to his aid and likely saved his life.

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By NPT Staff - August 11th, 2020 5:22pm

Big Bend National Park Quietly Reopens

Big Bend National Park, which is believed to be the only unit of the National Park System to close after reopening as a result of a positive Covid-19 test among park employees, has quietly reopened to the public.

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By NPT Staff - August 11th, 2020 10:26am

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Sharktivity, The App That Helps You Track Great Whites At Cape Cod

It seemed like every 30 minutes or so my phone would light up with a new warning that a great white shark had been spotted off the shore of Cape Cod National Seashore. It's possible that it was one shark moving up the coast, but nevertheless it was good to know that a shark was in the area.

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By Kurt Repanshek - August 10th, 2020 12:02pm

Mount Rainier National Park Considering Transportation Plan For Nisqually Entrance

As crowding becomes more and more of an issue through the popular Nisqually Entrance at Mount Rainier National Park, officials are seeking public comment on how best to manage the throngs and visitor use between the entrance and Paradise.

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By NPT Staff - August 10th, 2020 11:07am

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Musings About The Parks: Fleeing Bears, Secret Salmon Streams, Crater Lake Crazies

There never is a shortage of interesting news and tidbits flowing from the National Park System. Take, for instance, what happened at Crater Lake National Park the other day...

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By Kurt Repanshek - August 10th, 2020 2:00am

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Identify Yourself As A National Parks Traveler

The National Park System is rich with stories. That’s why you and I read National Parks Traveler, a news organization that focuses only on national parks and protected areas. But to keep these stories in your in-box, Traveler’s Founder and Editor-in Chief Kurt Repanshek needs your help. He needs your support.

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By NPT Staff - August 9th, 2020 2:00am

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UPDATE 3 | Vela Departing As Acting National Park Service Director

David Vela announced Friday that after 30 years in the National Park Service it was time to step down. His unexpected departure at de facto director of the agency was the latest upheaval the agency has endured under the Trump administration.

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By Kurt Repanshek - August 7th, 2020 10:44am

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Photography In The National Parks: Gearing Up, Staying Safe, And Getting Back Out There With My Cameras at Crater Lake National Park

Visiting a national park during the coronavirus pandemic is going to be a different affair. Photographer Rebecca Latson believes it's possible to do so while staying safe and healthy and keeping others safe and healthy during a trip she made to Crater Lake National Park in Oregon.

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By Rebecca Latson - August 7th, 2020 2:15am

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