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Lawsuit Filed Over Decision To Permit Transmission Towers Near Historic Jamestowne

The National Parks Conservation Association, claiming that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers failed to conduct due diligence in reviewing a permit application to string power lines along 300-foot tall towers through the James River near Historic Jamestowne has sued the agency in federal court.
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Concern Voiced Over Protection Of Everglades National Park

There is only one site in the United States, Everglades National Park, that is listed as a "World Heritage Site in Danger" by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization. And there is concern that there soon could be an effort to remove the park from the list, and not because it deserves to be removed.

Point Reyes National Seashore Must Review Impact, Consider Removal Of Ranchers

The National Park Service must consider a future that doesn’t include beef and dairy cattle ranching at Point Reyes National Seashore and will conduct a public environmental review of how the those operations, some of which date to the 1800s, impact the park’s California coastline under a settlement agreement filed Wednesday with the U.S. Department of Justice.

Cape Cod National Seashore Ranger Programs Aim To Get You On The Water

Cape Cod National Seashore’s location makes it ideal for exploring diverse natural resources and habitats through water and beach-based recreational activities. In July and August park rangers are ready to take you for guided canoe and kayak trips, surfcasting lessons, snorkel tours, beach yoga, and salt marsh explorations.