Joshua Tree National Park

Parks, especially those in locations with minimal night sky distractions from artificial light, can be great locations for observing—and photographing—celestial events such as Monday's so-called Super Moon. A number of parks offer special night sky programs, but your opportunities to enjoy those out-of-the-world scenes aren't limited to organized events. As the photo accompanying this story confirms, the right locale and timing can provide a chance for a super photo.

National Park Service rangers from across the park system have been honored by Interior Secretary Sally Jewell for valor in the line of duty.

A great way to get your son or daughter into the outdoors this summer, and possibly have them earn some money at the same time, is to have them apply for one of many jobs that exist for teens across the National Park System.

The science around the change of seasons will be the topic of a one-day workshop at Joshua Tree National Park this Saturday.