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Stranded Denali Climbers Hunkered Down In Snow Cave Awaiting Rescue

Two climbers, exhausted and battling hypothermia, remained stuck Thursday high on Denali where they were awaiting rescue in a "crude snow cave." Climbing rangers from Denali National Park were awaiting a break in the weather at a high camp at 17,200 feet on the 20,310-foot mountain, roughly 2,400 feet below the stranded climbers.

Photography In The National Parks: Badlands In April

One could be forgiven for thinking this is a national park you can see in an hour or so then move on along to the next big thing, because you can see so much from the road. To really get a feel for Badlands, however, you should spend at least a couple of days, if not more. This is especially true if you are a photographer loaded with cameras and gear.