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The Big Meadows fire, which was started by lighting on June 10 at Rocky Mountain National Park, proved to offer an unexpected benefit for a visitor—and a park rescue team. The man was injured during a climb in the park, and his rescue was aided by a helicopter which was assigned to personnel battling the fire.

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By Jim Burnett - June 16th, 2013 2:40am

NPS Extends Time For Mojave National Preserve Concession Proposals

The National Park Service recently announced an extension for proposals to operate the Beanery, the food concession at the historic Kelso Depot in California’s Mojave National Preserve.

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By David and Kay Scott - June 16th, 2013 2:28am

Tough Times At Sequoia, Kings Canyon National Park Campgrounds

The unseasonably dry winter in the High Sierra means some tough times in campgrounds this summer at Sequoia and Kings Canyon national parks in California.

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By NPT Staff - June 16th, 2013 2:25am

Piping Plover Chicks Lead To ORV Closure To Part Of Cape Hatteras National Seashore

Discovery of piping plover chicks has led to temporary closure of off-road vehicle access to part of Cape Hatteras National Seashore as required under the seashore's off-road management plan.

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By NPT Staff - June 15th, 2013 3:44am

Historic Old Fall River Road At Rocky Mountain National Park Closing For Repairs

Historic Old Fall River Road, a popular, historic one-way dirt road from the east side of Rocky Mountain National Park to the Alpine Visitor Center, will be closed for about two weeks for repairs to damage caused by avalanches.

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By NPT Staff - June 15th, 2013 2:28am

Update: Great Smoky Mountains National Park Trails Closed By Storm Damage, Hiker Injured

A military helicopter was used Friday to airlift an injured hiker from the backcountry of Great Smoky Mountains National Park in the wake of a tornado that raked the area and left behind a jumbled tangle of trees that made a foot rescue impractical.

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By NPT Staff - June 14th, 2013 6:20pm

Man Still Missing At Mesa Verde National Park

Searchers have had no luck in their hunt for a man gone missing at Mesa Verde National Park earlier this week.

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By NPT Staff - June 14th, 2013 1:16pm

Progress Being Made On Big Meadows Fire In Rocky Mountain National Park

Firefighters are making slow, but steady, progress on containing the Big Meadows Fire in Rocky Mountain National Park.

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By NPT Staff - June 14th, 2013 12:07pm

Traveler's Gear Box: The Antares Sleeping Bag From Therm-A-Rest

Once upon a time, Therm-A-Rest was known strictly for making sleeping pads to go under your sleeping bag while out camping. Since then however, the company's product-line has evolved into pillows, seating, cuts, pillows and more for your backcountry or front-country camping comfort.

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By Kurt Repanshek - June 14th, 2013 3:15am

Head To Sagamore Hill National Historic Site On Sundays This Summer

Head to Sagamore Hill National Historic Site on select Sundays this summer and you'll be able to enjoy the home of Theodore Roosevelt on Oyster Bay, Long Island, with some special programs.

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By NPT Staff - June 14th, 2013 2:35am

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