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Mud Snares 19-Year-Old At Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Caution: Lakes that have been emptied for repair work can harbor deep pits of mud. A 19-year-old discovered that the hard way when she became mired up to her waist at Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 27th, 2009 10:01am

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Lightning Strike Injures Four Appalachian Trail Hikers

Four people were injured by lightning last Sunday while hiking on the Appalachian Trail near Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.

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By Bob Janiskee - May 27th, 2009 9:29am

National Park Quiz 56: Memorials

I hope that this belated salute to Memorial Day doesn’t fall too far outside your comfort zone. Answers are at the end. If we catch you peeking, we’ll make you write the Super Bonus Question on the whiteboard 100 times.

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By Bob Janiskee - October 28th, 2011 11:36am

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Search Suspended for Missing Climber on Mount McKinley in Denali National Park and Preserve

Mount McKinley seems to have claimed its second victim of the climbing season. Rangers at Denali National Park and Preserve have suspended their active search for a Coloradan missing since he launched a solo bid for the summit last Tuesday.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 26th, 2009 6:56pm

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Tricky Conditions Lead Zion National Park Officials to Temporary Close Middle Echo Canyon to Visitors

Too many stranded canyoneers who required help has prompted Zion National Park officials to temporary ban access to Middle Echo Canyon.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 26th, 2009 2:59pm

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Body of Penn State Student Recovered from Stream in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

The body of a 20-year-old student from Penn State has been recovered from a deep pool in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 26th, 2009 11:24am

New Life for a Lighthouse at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

The beacon atop the South Manitou Island Lighthouse in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore has been dark for years, but light is returning to the historic tower, thanks to a cooperative effort by the NPS and several generous partners.

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By Jim Burnett - May 26th, 2009 4:57am

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Backcountry Repairs, Cleanup Scheduled For Mammoth Cave National Park

There will be quite a bit of activity in the backcountry of Mammoth Cave National Park during the next month as crews clean up from storms and make repairs to trails and bridges.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 26th, 2009 4:04am

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Remember, No Mardis Gras Beads or Dry Ice While Floating at Niobrara National Scenic River

Planning to spend some time paddling at Niobrara National Scenic River this summer? Don't forget your sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, and PFD. Oh, and leave the Mardi gras beads, dry ice, and Styrofoam cups and coolers at home.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 25th, 2009 10:45am

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New Shuttle Service Debuts at Valley Forge National Historical Park

Visitors to Valley Forge National Historical Park now have a new way to enjoy the area: the park is experimenting with a free shuttle around the park through the end of August.

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By Jim Burnett - May 25th, 2009 4:11am