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The coastal and marine ecosystem off north-central California is one of the biologically richest ocean zones on the planet, but the sea life is largely hidden beneath the water’s surface. The just opened Ocean Exploration Center at Point Reyes National Seashore provides a new, expanded exhibit space to view and learn about the area.

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By NPT Staff - June 8th, 2016 2:45am

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DNC Parks & Resorts Retains Concessions Business At Sequoia National Park

A subsidiary of Delaware North Co., which is locked in a trademark battle with the National Park Service at Yosemite National Park, has retained its concessions business at Sequoia National Park for the next decade.

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By NPT Staff - June 8th, 2016 2:30am

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Mexico's Islas Marietas Secret Beach

Mexico's Islas Marietas National Park is a gem, with fascinating wildlife, and interesting caves and cliffs. But today, one of the most famous sites, Playa Escondida (Secret Beach) has been closed for rehabilitation.

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By Patrick Cone - June 8th, 2016 2:15am

Young Man Seen Falling Into Hot Spring At Yellowstone National Park

A young man in his early 20s reportedly was seen falling into a hot spring in the Norris Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday.

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By NPT Staff - June 7th, 2016 10:44pm

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Feral Cats A Threat To Hawai'i Volcanoes' Endangered Nēnē Goose

A study published in the Journal of Wildlife Diseases has documented evidence of “widespread contamination of habitat” in Hawai‘i caused by feral cats. This latest research has alarming implications for the endangered Hawaiian Goose (Nēnē) and other animals found throughout the Hawaiian Islands.

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By NPT Staff - June 7th, 2016 2:45am

Photography In The National Parks: From Banff National Park To The Border Of Jasper National Park - An Armchair Photographer’s Guide Part 1

Thinking about traveling to Banff National Park in Alberta Canada in early spring? You already know the scenery is going to be spectacular, but do you know what to really expect once you get out there? And where to photograph? Contributing writer and photographer Rebecca Latson has created another Armchair Photography guide with tips and locations to help you focus on capturing your own stunning images during your visit out there.

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By Rebecca Latson - June 7th, 2016 2:00am

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Contract Awarded For Next Stretch Of Bridge On Tamiami Trail

The National Park Service and the Florida Department of Transportation have announced the next significant milestone in the Everglades National Park restoration. On May 23, FDOT awarded a contract to joint venture team of Condotte America Inc. and Stantec for the construction of the 2.6-mile bridge and roadway project on State Road (SR) 90/SW 8 Street/Tamiami Trail.

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By NPT Staff - June 7th, 2016 2:00am

Op-Ed | When It Comes To Allegations Of Sexual Misconduct, College Sports Have More Conscience Than NPS Officials

Both Grand Canyon National Park and Baylor University have recently faced scandals involving fundamental failures by management in their responses to sexual assault and/or sexual harassment allegations. The contrast between Baylor University’s handling of their situation and the National Park Service’s response to Grand Canyon’s sexual harassment problems could not be more different, nor be more telling.