Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area

Medicinal Plants In National Parks Across Appalachia Are Facing Several Threats

Medicinal and aromatic plants in the Appalachian Mountains, which have stood for hundreds of millions of years and contributed to biodiversity across the region, are facing threats from poaching, climate change, and more.

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By Jennifer Roberts - March 26th, 2026

Endangered Freshwater Species Shows Signs of Population Increases

The tan riffleshell, an endangered mussel in the Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area, is showing signs of natural population increases for the first time.

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By NPT Staff - November 18th, 2025

Birds, Music And History Highlight These September National Park Events

Here's a list of special events at national parks in September.

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By Compiled from NPS releases - September 17th, 2025

Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area's Photo Contest Is On

From now through July 15, submit your photos for Big South Fork's annual photo contest.

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By Compiled from NPS Releases - January 15th, 2025

Big South Fork's Viewfinder That Helped Color Blind Visitors See Fall Foliage Destroyed By Vandals

Officials at Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area are looking for information about vandalism that destroyed a viewfinder built to allow colorblind visitors to enjoy the fall foliage.

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By Compiled From NPS Releases - October 1st, 2024

Around The Parks: Fire Restrictions, Openings And Closures, Festivals, Commemorations, And Requests For Public Comment

With so many units in the National Park System, there’s always something going on. Here’s a roundup of recent parks news as of June 25, 2021.

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June 25th, 2021

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