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Prehistoric Native American Site Discovered At Channel Islands National Park

A prehistoric Native American site thought to date between 8,000 and 13,000 years ago has been unearthed at Channel Islands National Park in California, where officials believe the site might be evidence of a coastal migration following the North Pacific Rim from Northeast Asia into the Americas, part of the peopling of the new world.

Photography In The National Parks: Travel, Packing, And Luggage

Contributing photographer and writer Rebecca Latson is always curious about what other photographers pack in their gear bag and how they pack, in general, when traveling to a national park. Rebecca thought some of you readers might in turn, be interested as to her own luggage logic and what she packs for her national park photography trips. This article should answer some of that your questions and maybe you might even have some packing suggestions for her.

National Parks Beyond The Nation: Global Perspectives On "America's Best Idea"

The national park movement has been evolving for more than a century, and it is by no means complete. The movement grows as governments, scientists, and society seek ways to cope with climate change, protect endangered species, manage landscapes, and to simply set aside more space for recreation and preservation.

Yosemite National Park Rangers Work On Rescue Techniques To Save Your Life

The weather is getting warmer, even hotter in some national parks, and while rivers are alluring for their ability to cool you off, they also can quickly kill you. In Yosemite National Park, rangers have been working on their swift water rescue techniques to save your life, but the best measure of safety is to stay out of the water, as this video explains.

President's Decision To Leave Paris Accord Draws Criticism From National Park Advocates

President Trump's decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris climate change accord is drawing criticism from park advocates and businesses tied to national parks, as well as pledges to reduce carbon footprints and praise for states that are focused on renewable energy.