Special Programs Planned At Rocky Mountain National Park During Holidays
Looking for some fun family activities during the holidays? Check out the lineup at Rocky Mountain National Park.
- By NPT Staff - December 19th, 2013 2:46am
Winter Has Descended On Lassen Volcanic National Park
With storms rolling through with plenty of snow, Lassen Volcanic National Park has been transformed into a winter wonderland ready for visitors interested in snowshoeing or cross-country skiing.
- By NPT Staff - December 19th, 2013 2:03am
Sitka National Historical Park Superintendent Wins Latest Battle Against Her Removal
In yet another precedent-setting ruling, the Merit Systems Protection Board has affirmed that the National Park Service must reinstate Mary A. Miller to her position as superintendent of Sitka National Historical Park in Alaska.
MSPB-Miller Final Decision.pdf
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- By NPT Staff - December 18th, 2013 3:15am
Reader Participation Day: What Questions Do You Have For National Park Service Director Jarvis?
As we near the end of 2013, with 2014 on the very near horizon, it's time to reflect on the past year in the National Park System. As you reflect -- on your visits, on the parks you'd like to visit, on budgetary matters and everything else that goes into running the park system -- what questions do you have for National Park Service Director Jon Jarvis?
- By Kurt Repanshek - December 18th, 2013 2:36am
How To Boost Kids' Science Aptitude? Encourage A National Park Service Career
Earlier this month you no doubt heard that America's 15-year-olds' science scores, when compared to those of their peers in other countries, were just average. How might they be improved? Well, if your daughter or son enjoy visiting national parks, nudge them in the direction of a career as a scientist working in the parks.
- By Kurt Repanshek - December 18th, 2013 2:25am
Winter Steam Days Coming To Golden Spike National Historic Site
Golden Spike National Historic Site in Utah will be holding its annual Winter Steam Days on December 28, 29 and 30 this year.
- By Lee Dalton - December 18th, 2013 1:00am
Birding In The National Parks: What Are 'Important Bird Areas'?
As reported here Sunday, the National Audubon Society designated areas around Canyonlands National Park a Globally Important Bird Area (IBA). Parts of more than 15 other national parks are included in the Global IBA system.
- By Kirby Adams - December 17th, 2013 3:19am
NPS Releases Concession Prospectus For Mesa Verde National Park
The National Park Service recently released a prospectus for concession operations at Mesa Verde National Park that for the last 32 years have been managed by ARAMARK.
- By David and Kay Scott - December 17th, 2013 3:18am
Christmas Bird Count Coming To Theodore Roosevelt National Park Saturday
Fresh air and birding are on tap this Saturday at Theodore Roosevelt National Park, where the annual Christmas Bird Count will be conducted in the park's South Unit.
- By NPT Staff - December 17th, 2013 2:56am
Four-Acre Slice Of Civil War History Saved At Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Though not quite 4 acres in size, a parcel of land on the western end of Harpers Ferry National Historical Park long has been treasured by the National Park Service for the Civil War battle that raged on that land. Today that land has been protected from development and eventually will be added to the park.
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- By NPT Staff - December 17th, 2013 2:55am
