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Here's a quick blast of news from around the National Park System.
Olympic National Park
U.S. House Approves Legislation That Would Toss Aside Environmental Laws Protecting National Parks
A package of bills that would toss aside environmental laws and regulations protecting a wide number of national parks passed out of the U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday, though its prospects in the Senate were unclear.
Dining At The Parks: Roasted Acorn Squash With Scallops In Olympic National Park
Without question, one of the bonuses of visiting Olympic National Park is eating the incredibly fresh seafood you find in the restaurants.
Olympic National Park's Kalaloch Lodge Gets New Concessionaire
In a bit of a surprise, the National Park Service has awarded Delaware North the concessions contract for facilities in the Kalaloch area of Olympic National Park. The 10-year contract includes operation of Kalaloch Lodge in addition to food and beverage services, retail, firewood sales, and fuel sales.
Lake Crescent Lodge, Following Renovations, Opens Thursday In Olympic National Park
Following some significant renovations, Lake Crescent Lodge in Olympic National Park is ready to open for the summer season on Thursday.
Sol Duc Hot Springs In Olympic National Park Turns 100, Offers Special Deals
It might be hard to believe, but the Sol Duc Hot Springs resort in Olympic National Park is enjoying its 100th season this summer, and that means deals for you.
Facilities At Lake Crescent Lodge in Olympic National Park Gaining a Makeover
Facilities at Olympic National Park’s Lake Crescent Lodge are undergoing extensive renovations that are expected to be mostly complete for the 2012 spring opening.
Survey Shows Growth in Mountain Goat Population In Olympic Mountains
The mountain goat population within the Olympic Mountains of Washington state has grown by more than 100 animals to roughly 344 since 2004, according to a U.S. Geological Survey population study, which adds that the population could double in 15 years if the rate of growth stays constant.
Government Denies Responsibility In Death of Man Gored By Mountain Goat at Olympic National Park
U.S. attorneys representing the National Park Service in a wrongful death lawsuit stemming from a man gored to death by a mountain goat in Olympic National Park say the Park Service is not at fault nor responsible.
Whiskey Bend Road In Olympic National Park Reopens To The Public
Whiskey Bend Road, the 4.5-mile road that connects Olympic Hot Springs Road
to the Whiskey Bend trailhead in Olympic National Park, has reopened to public vehicle access.
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