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Interested in Archeology? Volunteer Projects Are Coming Up at Manzanar National Historic Site

Have you wanted a chance to try your hand—literally—at archeology? If so, the staff at Manzanar National Historic Site in California may have just the deal for you. They're looking for a few good men and women willing to volunteer on projects this summer in the park.

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By Jim Burnett - July 21st, 2009 4:58am

Fort McHenry Gets a New Flagpole for Its Star and Stripes

Few places are more closely associated with the Stars and Stripes than Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine, and the park has a new flagpole that's a blend of modern technology and 19th century craftsmanship. It was installed in plenty of time for a special event on August 1st.

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By Jim Burnett - July 21st, 2009 4:39am

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No Fishing with Hand Grenades in Afghanistan’s New National Park

Implausible as it may seem, the government of war-torn Afghanistan recently established the country’s first national park. It’s Band-e-Amir, and it’s not what you might think.

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By Bob Janiskee - July 21st, 2009 4:01am

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Second Drowning In Two Days at Sequoia National Park Claims 14-Year-Old

For the second time in two days, in the same stretch of river, a young girl has drowned at Sequoia National Park.

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By Kurt Repanshek - July 20th, 2009 8:11pm

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Man Dies Within Sight of Longs Peak Summit In Rocky Mountain National Park

A Colorado man within sight of the summit of Longs Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park died Monday from a cardiac episode. It was not immediately known whether the 62-year-old from Durango, who was in the so-called "homestretch" area en route to the summit of the 14,259-foot peak, had summited.

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By Kurt Repanshek - July 20th, 2009 5:51pm

Interior Secretary Moves to Block Uranium Mining Near Grand Canyon National Park

Taking a step the Bush administration refused to take, Interior Secretary Ken Salazar has issued a temporary ban on uranium mining on roughly 1 million acres surround Grand Canyon National Park.

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By Kurt Repanshek - July 20th, 2009 11:11am

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Historic Touring Coach Returns to Mount Rainier to Stay

For twenty-five years in the 1900s, a Kenworth Touring Motor Coach transported visitors to Mount Rainier National Park. It made its last trip in 1962, but thanks to a generous donation, the historic vehicle is returning to the park to stay.

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By Jim Burnett - July 20th, 2009 10:02am

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Traveler's Checklist - Glacier National Park

The native Blackfeet people called this area the "Shining Mountains" and the "Backbone of the World." Glacier National Park will celebrate its centennial next year, but any year is a great time to experience this park. These tips from the Traveler will help you make the most of your visit.

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By Jim Burnett - July 20th, 2009 4:12am

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At Point Reyes, an Annual Festival Highlights Native American Crafts and Skills

The 29th annual Big Time Festival, a celebration of Native American crafts and skills, will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, at Kule Loklo in Point Reyes National Seashore.

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By Bob Janiskee - July 20th, 2009 4:00am

Enter the National Park Foundation's "Your Parks" Video Contest And Win An All-Expense Paid National Park Vacation

Think you're good with the video camera? Then enter the National Park Foundation's "Your Parks" contest and compete for an all-expense paid trip to the national park of your choice. As a bonus, if you're the winner you get to bring a friend along!

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By Kurt Repanshek - July 20th, 2009 3:42am