Bear Skips Picnic Lunch At Denali National Park
A bear that stumbled upon picnickers in Denali National Park scared them off, but apparently found nothing to his liking for lunch.
- By Compiled From N... - August 7th, 2023 2:30am
Celebrating The Stone Of Canada’s Oldest Stone Fort
As people meander through Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site, engaging with costumed interpreters acting like they’re living in a booming fur trade complex in the 1850s, I only have eyes for the inanimate stone walls.
- By Jennifer Bain - August 6th, 2023 3:00am
Climate Change Temperatures Killing Death Valley's Bristlecones
Many visitors to Death Valley National Park think it's pretty cool to take a selfie in front of the digital thermometer in front of the Furnace Creek Visitor Center. And this summer, with a string of 17 consecutive 120+° Fahrenheit days, there have been plenty of opportunities.
- By Compiled From N... - August 6th, 2023 2:45am
Appalachian Trail Inspired Thru-Hiker To Become A Journalist
David Brill is one of the Smokies’ great living storytellers. He is a writer in the outdoor–adventure field, but his work doesn’t shy away from the contemplative, the quiet moments when wild places arouse in us feelings of solitude, solace, communion, and awe.
- By Kurt Repanshek - August 6th, 2023 2:30am
Saving Salmon And Celebrating Dark Skies In Kouchibouguac National Park
Deep in the heart of Kouchibouguac National Park, resource management officers Jillian Duplessie and Andrew Joseph are boating along the Black River to reopen a smolt box net used to catch and study Atlantic salmon.
- By Jennifer Bain - August 6th, 2023 2:30am
Area Closures At Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Due To Wildfire Risk
Some areas in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park at most risk for wildfire will close to vehicles beginning Sunday, August 6 at 5 p.m., and campfires will be prohibited.
- By Compiled From N... - August 5th, 2023 6:08pm
Rich Mountain Road In Great Smoky Mountains Closed Due To Bear Activity
After a visitor within their vehicle encountered a bear that has become habituated to humans and vehicles, Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced that Rich Mountain Road in the Cades Cove area will be closed to all traffic starting Saturday, August 5, until further notice.
- By Compiled From N... - August 5th, 2023 5:45pm
Grand Teton National Proposing Backcountry Fee Changes
In a bid to make backcountry permit fees more equitable between large and small groups, Grand Teton National Park officials are proposing to tweak the cost of the permits.
- By NPT Staff - August 5th, 2023 2:30am
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- By Kurt Repanshek - August 4th, 2023 3:00am
Bryce Canyon National Park Proposing Changes To Camping Reservations, Moonlight Tours
Campground reservations and registration for full moon hikes at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah both would move to recreation.gov under a proposal the park staff has made.
- By Compiled From N... - August 4th, 2023 2:45am
