National Park Mystery Spot 16: Shuck Your Clothes
If you know your national park beaches, this bonus puzzler for the month of September shouldn't tax your brain too much.
- By Bob Janiskee - September 29th, 2010 5:15am
Study Shows that Dirty Snow Reduces Colorado River Runoff
Human-produced dust, mostly from grazing and farming, settles on mountain snowpacks in the Upper Colorado River basin and significantly reduces runoff. Eliminating this "dirty snow" phenomenon, which impacts national parks as well as the regional economy, would require a huge reduction in soil-disturbing activities.
- By Bob Janiskee - September 29th, 2010 3:59am
National Park Service Ships Historic Railroad Cars to East Troy Electric Railroad
Railroad buffs are about the most dedicated bunch you can find, flocking to model train shows and to rail yard sidings to glimpse historic engines and rolling stock. Now, thanks to National Park Service efforts, they have a new destination: The East Troy Electric Railroad in Wisconsin where five historic South Shore Railroad Cars have been put back in action.
- By Kurt Repanshek - September 29th, 2010 2:36am
Reader Participation Day: Help Us Name the Best Adventures In the National Park System, Lower 48 Edition
What are the best adventures in the National Park System in the Lower 48? For sure, three weeks floating the Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park has to be one, and climbing the Grand Teton in its namesake park is another. But then what?
Legislation Would Allow Small Hydro-generation Operation in Denali National Park and Preserve
A proposal working its way through Congress would allow for a small hydro-generation station to be placed in Denali National Park and Preserve to provide electricity for a lodge.
DENA-Kantishna Hills Renewable Act final.pdf
- By Kurt Repanshek - September 28th, 2010 1:08pm
Search Under Way For Missing Hiker In Joshua Tree National Park
A search is under way in Joshua Tree National Park for a California man who never returned from a hike into the hills near the Black Rock Campground.
- By Kurt Repanshek - September 28th, 2010 8:25am
Mojave Desert Land Trust Secures More than 950 Acres for Joshua Tree National Park
Earlier this month we mentioned how the Trust for Public Lands had secured more than 400 acres for Mount Rainier National Park. Now we can pass on that the Mojave Desert Land Trust has obtained more than 950 acres for Joshua Tree National Park.
- By Kurt Repanshek - September 28th, 2010 2:46am
Stargazing Scheduled for Great Smoky Mountains, Mount Rainier National Parks This Weekend
Here's hoping for clear skies Saturday night in Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Mount Rainier National Park, where rangers will be leading stargazing programs.
- By Kurt Repanshek - September 28th, 2010 2:14am
Commentary: How Do You Prefer National Parks, Utilitarian, or Utopian?
How do you prefer your national parks? Should they be utilitarian destinations, landscapes that serve all comers, whether they're in search of dazzling vistas or motorized recreation, or Utopian, ideals that should be appreciated for what is found within their borders?
- By Kurt Repanshek - September 28th, 2010 2:12am
Bill to Establish a National Historical Park at Coltsville Misfires in the House
A long effort by supporters of a Coltsville National Historical Park in Connecticut hit a roadblock when a bill authorizing the project failed to garner the necessary votes in the House. The congressman for the district promises to try again. What do you think about the idea?
- By Jim Burnett - September 27th, 2010 8:49am
