Lightning Strike Injures Four Appalachian Trail Hikers
Four people were injured by lightning last Sunday while hiking on the Appalachian Trail near Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
- By Bob Janiskee - May 27th, 2009 9:29am
National Park Quiz 56: Memorials
I hope that this belated salute to Memorial Day doesn’t fall too far outside your comfort zone. Answers are at the end. If we catch you peeking, we’ll make you write the Super Bonus Question on the whiteboard 100 times.
- By Bob Janiskee - October 28th, 2011 11:36am
Search Suspended for Missing Climber on Mount McKinley in Denali National Park and Preserve
Mount McKinley seems to have claimed its second victim of the climbing season. Rangers at Denali National Park and Preserve have suspended their active search for a Coloradan missing since he launched a solo bid for the summit last Tuesday.
Tricky Conditions Lead Zion National Park Officials to Temporary Close Middle Echo Canyon to Visitors
Too many stranded canyoneers who required help has prompted Zion National Park officials to temporary ban access to Middle Echo Canyon.
Body of Penn State Student Recovered from Stream in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The body of a 20-year-old student from Penn State has been recovered from a deep pool in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
New Life for a Lighthouse at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
The beacon atop the South Manitou Island Lighthouse in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore has been dark for years, but light is returning to the historic tower, thanks to a cooperative effort by the NPS and several generous partners.
- By Jim Burnett - May 26th, 2009 4:57am
Backcountry Repairs, Cleanup Scheduled For Mammoth Cave National Park
There will be quite a bit of activity in the backcountry of Mammoth Cave National Park during the next month as crews clean up from storms and make repairs to trails and bridges.
- By Kurt Repanshek - May 26th, 2009 4:04am
Remember, No Mardis Gras Beads or Dry Ice While Floating at Niobrara National Scenic River
Planning to spend some time paddling at Niobrara National Scenic River this summer? Don't forget your sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, and PFD. Oh, and leave the Mardi gras beads, dry ice, and Styrofoam cups and coolers at home.
New Shuttle Service Debuts at Valley Forge National Historical Park
Visitors to Valley Forge National Historical Park now have a new way to enjoy the area: the park is experimenting with a free shuttle around the park through the end of August.
- By Jim Burnett - May 25th, 2009 4:11am
Take a Hike In Shenandoah National Park to Celebrate National Trails Day
National Trails Day falls on Saturday, June 6, and the folks at Shenandoah National Park have plenty of ways for you to celebrate.
- By Kurt Repanshek - May 25th, 2009 3:45am
