Musing From The Parks: Random Odds And Ends From The Park System
There always is something going on in the National Park System, some good, some not so good, and some interesting. Come along and let me explain.
Great Basin National Park
National Parks Quiz And Trivia #3
Continuing a series of national parks quizzes and trivia, contributing editor Rebecca Latson wants you to try your hand at Quiz #3 to see just how much park knowledge you possess before checking the answers at the bottom of the article.
- February 4th, 2020
Musings From The Parks: Things You Might Think Are Important, Or Not
There's never a dull moment around the National Park System. Just take a look.
Study Says Yellowstone National Park Backpackers Mostly Happy With Their Experience
A study into the experiences of backpackers in Yellowstone National Park came away with the conclusion that almost all had a great experience. Most said they didn't think the park's backcountry was crowded, and they had no problem with the fees they had to pay.
Turning Down The Lights At Great Basin National Park
It’s really dark where I’m standing--so dark that I’m fumbling with pen and notebook to jot down the amazed comments of the folks next to me:
“Cool!”
“Oh wow!”
“Fantastic!”
No, we’re not inside Lehman Cave, where rangers like to turn off the lights for a minute or so during their cavern tours to emphasize the pitch darkness underground. We’re at a picnic area close by the visitor center at the cave, where the ninth annual Great Basin Astronomy Festival is underway.
A Day In The Park: Great Basin National Park
Big trees, big mountains, and even a big cave greet those who head off the beaten track to Great Basin National Park in Nevada near the Utah border.
Musings Of A Lint-Picking Troglodyte
A couple of weeks ago, I had the privilege of joining a bunch of other good people for a brand new experience. I became a lint-picking troglodyte deep inside Lehman Cave in Great Basin National Park.
Higher Fees Coming To A Number Of National Park Units
A number of National Park System units across the country are planning to start collecting higher fees beginning January 1. Here's a glance at some of them:
- December 22nd, 2017
Looking For A National Park To Explore? Check Out These Candidates
With more than 400 units in the National Park System, trying to zoom in on any one particular park for a visit can be a challenge. Over the past 12 months the Traveler has "explored" quite a few parks, and we list those stories here to help you plan your next national park adventure.
Random Musings From Great Basin National Park
One of my most favorite places on the face of the Earth is Great Basin National Park. It’s one of those Get Out and Do parks, although it certainly has a bunch of stuff for you if you prefer Look and See.
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