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Reader Participation Day: Should National Parks Be Closed Or Kept Open During Government Shutdowns?

Going back to 2013, we've now had two rather lengthy government shutdowns. In 2013, the National Park System was closed to the public, while this time around the parks were for the most part kept open. Which do you believe is the better approach?

Reader Participation Day: What Condition Did You Find The Parks This Year?

OK, it's early November, summer vacations are long gone, but those memories hang on, no? So, this is your opportunity to speak up and tell others what condition you found your National Park System destination in. Crowded, clean, jammed with vehicles, over-priced, a great value?Did you encounter any "stupid" visitors?

Reader Participation Day: What Stories Would You Like To See Covered?

Every day, news releases pour into our inboxes, and Google alerts bring word of other potential stories in the National Park System for our coverage. But with 418 units out there, we can't be everywhere. With that understood, we could use your help in pointing out stories in the parks that deserve coverage.

Reader Participation Day: Where's Your Go-To National Park Destination For Fall?

If there's a problem with visiting a national park in fall, it's that the days are too short. The weather usually is incredible, the crowds, and bugs, minimal, and wildlife usually visible. With those givens, where is your go-to national park destination for fall?

Reader Participation Day: How Would You Deal With Overcrowding In National Parks?

We're getting into the height of the travel season for the National Park System, and parks are reporting monthly visitation records. That's having a strain on park resources and park staff, leading some park managers to consider implementing a reservation system for visitors. But not everyone is on board with that idea. What would you suggest?

Reader Survey Day: What Would You Like To Read About In 2018?

With more than 400 units in the National Park System, there's always something that deserves to be written about on a daily basis here at the Traveler. And while we'll continue to work to provide diverse content as much as possible, we'd also like to know what stories specifically you'd like to read about in 2018.

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