National Parks Traveler

The year began with a gloomy outlook for travel, with forecasts of $5 per gallon or more for gas all summer. Recent price trends, however, have been downward, with the latest predictions for a national average price of $3.79 per gallon—not much different from 2011. Will the ups and downs of gas prices affect your plans to visit a park this summer?

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By Jim Burnett - May 16th, 2012 3:00am

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Active-Duty Military Members To Gain Free Access To National Parks

In a show of support for the U.S. military, the Obama administration has announced that all active-duty members of the military will be given free access to the entire National Park System.

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By NPT Staff - May 15th, 2012 9:48am

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Evolution Of A Glasshouse: From Colonial Glassmaking To Decorative Arts

Glassworks are one of the tools of interpretation at historic Jamestown in Colonial National Historical Park. Today you can watch as artisans recreate glass vessels using time-honored practices.

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By NPT Staff - May 15th, 2012 3:00am

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Study Assessing Climate Change Impacts On Birds Includes Yosemite National Park

A study intended to measure the impacts of climate change on Western bird species involves Yosemite National Park, where researchers will spend a year examining how some common Sierra Nevada species will respond to climate changes.

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By NPT Staff - May 15th, 2012 3:00am

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Take A Vacation To Yellowstone National Park With Programs That Explore Various Aspects Of The Park

Anxious to explore Yellowstone National Park this summer but unsure on how to approach your visit? There likely is a multi-day package trip available that will suit your desires.

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By NPT Staff - May 15th, 2012 3:00am

Trail Ridge Road In Rocky Mountain National Park Open For The Summer

Add Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park to the growing lists of scenic drives in the National Park System now open for the summer. The road, the highest paved road in the Lower 48, opened for traffic just after 11 a.m. Monday.

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By NPT Staff - May 15th, 2012 3:00am

Prescribed Burn Planned Near Wawona In Yosemite National Park

Don't be too alarmed if you see smoke wafting above the Wawona area of Yosemite National Park later this week. Park officials are planning a prescribed burn in that part of the park to reduce a buildup of fuels.

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By NPT Staff - May 14th, 2012 3:00am

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New Interpretive Hikes Enhance Your Visit To Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Two hiking programs being offered this summer at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park will introduce you to a captivating landscape, biodiversity and history of the park's southernmost section. s