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Yellowstone Association Announces its Winter Lineup of Field Courses

When better than in the middle of a long, hot summer to plan your winter vacation to Yellowstone National Park? The Yellowstone Association Institute just published its winter course list to help you begin planning your getaway.

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July 26th, 2010

Visit Independence National Historical Park to Listen To Ben Franklin's Musical Invention

We've all heard the story of Ben Franklin and the key suspended from a kite. But are you familiar with the the one about Mr. Franklin's musical invention?

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July 25th, 2010

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National Park Service Extends Comment Period on Proposal To Vaccinate Yellowstone Bison

A plan to use air rifles to vaccinate Yellowstone National Park bison against brucellosis apparently is more controversial than initially thought. Park Service officials say due to interest and concerns over the project, they're extending the comment period on the draft Environmental Impact Statement another 60 days.

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July 25th, 2010

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Smokey the Bear Campaign Enters the 21st Century!

Smokey the Bear has been around for decades, but he just got some updating to bring his message about preventing forest fires into the 21st century.

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July 25th, 2010

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Easy Park Hikes – Lily Lake Trail at Rocky Mountain National Park

Sometimes a short, easy hike is just what you need for a nice change of pace during a park visit. Here's a suggestion for a visit to Rocky Mountain National Park—and an alternative to the justly-popular Bear Lake Trail.

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July 25th, 2010

"Beach Fire" In Yellowstone National Park Nearly 50% Contained

Somewhat favorable weather conditions -- low winds, temperatures in the 70s, 20-some percent humidity -- are helping firefighters in their efforts to contain the Beach Fire in Yellowstone National Park.

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July 24th, 2010

Popular Wall Street Trail Reopens At Bryce Canyon National Park

After several months of work, crews in Bryce Canyon National Park have been able to move enough rock to let the popular Wall Street section of the Navajo Loop Trail reopen.

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July 24th, 2010

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All-Women Lifeguard Tournament at Gateway National Recreation Area on July 28

The job of a surf lifeguard may look glamorous on those TV shows, but the work also requires stamina, speed and lots of skills. The National Park Service All-Women Lifeguard Tournament is in its 26th year, and will spotlight those lifesaving skills at Gateway National Recreation Area on July 28. Last year, over 200 women from five states competed in the event.

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July 24th, 2010

Grand Teton National Park Rangers Investigating Death of College Student Who Fell From Middle Teton

A young woman who had summited Middle Teton in Grand Teton National Park somehow became separated from her partner on the way down and fell 80 feet to her death, according to park officials.

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July 23rd, 2010

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Boy Scout on Backpacking Trip to Zion National Park Found Dead

A 17-year-old Boy Scout on a four-day backpacking trip to Zion National Park with fellow scouts somehow became separated from his group on the second day and was later found dead, according to park officials.

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July 23rd, 2010

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