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Mystery Photo 61 Revealed: The Blacksmith Shop At Grant-Kohrs Ranch

The smithy at Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site in Montana was a key person when you consider that at its heyday the ranch spanned a 10-million-acre empire that Conrad Kohrs used to run cattle on the open range in four states and two Canadian provinces.

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By Kurt Repanshek - April 22nd, 2021 1:45am

Colorado Brewery Supporting NPCA Every Time You Buy Its Beer

The Breckenridge Brewery will donate 1 percent of proceeds from all beer sold this summer to the National Parks Conservation Association. For every beer fans buy, they can cheer knowing part of their purchase will go directly toward helping protect national parks.

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By NPT Staff - April 22nd, 2021 1:30am

Jogger Tells Grand Teton National Park Black Bear "I'm Not Your Food."

A jogger out for a run in Grand Teton National Park last week resorted to an unusual defense when he encountered a black bear, shouting out that "I'm not your food."

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By Kurt Repanshek - April 21st, 2021 3:15pm

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Don't Miss Washington's National Fund's 2021 Auction For The Parks!

Don't let the clock run out on Washington National Park Fund's 2021 Auction for the Parks. You can place your bids through 7 pm. local time Friday.

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By NPT Staff - April 21st, 2021 12:02pm

Canada Promises Funding To Conserve Sir John Franklin’s Shipwrecks

The Canadian government has proposed $15 million over three years to accelerate archaeological and conservation work for the wrecks of HMS Erebus and HMS Terror from the legendary and ill-fated Franklin Expedition of 1845.

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By Jennifer Bain - April 21st, 2021 2:30am

A Retreat At Catoctin

This lesser-known national park in Maryland contains significant natural beauty, with some presidential history for good measure.

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By Kim O'Connell - April 21st, 2021 2:00am

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World War I Memorial Is Open In Washington

The War War I Memorial in Washington, D.C., has opened, honoring the 4.7 million Americans who served the country during the great war and the 116,516 who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

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By NPT Staff - April 21st, 2021 1:45am

Mystery Photo 61: Don't Burn Yourself

There are some great units of the National Park System that capture vignettes of the country's cultural history. In some of these places, you have to be careful not to burn yourself, though. Where was this shot taken?

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By Kurt Repanshek - April 21st, 2021 1:45am

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National Parks Traveler Checklist: Padre Island National Seashore

Planning a trip to a national park or other park unit? If you are heading out for a day or two on the beach at Padre Island National Seashore in Texas, this Traveler’s Checklist can provide a few helpful tips for you to make the most of your visit.

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By Rebecca Latson - April 20th, 2021 2:00am

Yosemite National Park Receives $11.5 Million From Yosemite Conservancy

Though the coronavirus pandemic limited some national park visitation last year, and adversely impacted many charitable organizations that provide funding to parks, the Yosemite Conservancy was able to provide $11.5 million to Yosemite National Park for projects this year.

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By NPT Staff - April 20th, 2021 2:00am