Visit Independence National Historical Park to Listen To Ben Franklin's Musical Invention
We've all heard the story of Ben Franklin and the key suspended from a kite. But are you familiar with the the one about Mr. Franklin's musical invention?
National Park Service Extends Comment Period on Proposal To Vaccinate Yellowstone Bison
A plan to use air rifles to vaccinate Yellowstone National Park bison against brucellosis apparently is more controversial than initially thought. Park Service officials say due to interest and concerns over the project, they're extending the comment period on the draft Environmental Impact Statement another 60 days.
Smokey the Bear Campaign Enters the 21st Century!
Smokey the Bear has been around for decades, but he just got some updating to bring his message about preventing forest fires into the 21st century.
- By Kurt Repanshek - July 25th, 2010 2:03am
Easy Park Hikes – Lily Lake Trail at Rocky Mountain National Park
Sometimes a short, easy hike is just what you need for a nice change of pace during a park visit. Here's a suggestion for a visit to Rocky Mountain National Park—and an alternative to the justly-popular Bear Lake Trail.
- By Jim Burnett - July 25th, 2010 1:04am
"Beach Fire" In Yellowstone National Park Nearly 50% Contained
Somewhat favorable weather conditions -- low winds, temperatures in the 70s, 20-some percent humidity -- are helping firefighters in their efforts to contain the Beach Fire in Yellowstone National Park.
- By Kurt Repanshek - July 24th, 2010 9:51am
Popular Wall Street Trail Reopens At Bryce Canyon National Park
After several months of work, crews in Bryce Canyon National Park have been able to move enough rock to let the popular Wall Street section of the Navajo Loop Trail reopen.
- By Kurt Repanshek - July 24th, 2010 2:52am
All-Women Lifeguard Tournament at Gateway National Recreation Area on July 28
The job of a surf lifeguard may look glamorous on those TV shows, but the work also requires stamina, speed and lots of skills. The National Park Service All-Women Lifeguard Tournament is in its 26th year, and will spotlight those lifesaving skills at Gateway National Recreation Area on July 28. Last year, over 200 women from five states competed in the event.
- By Jim Burnett - July 24th, 2010 1:31am
Grand Teton National Park Rangers Investigating Death of College Student Who Fell From Middle Teton
A young woman who had summited Middle Teton in Grand Teton National Park somehow became separated from her partner on the way down and fell 80 feet to her death, according to park officials.
Boy Scout on Backpacking Trip to Zion National Park Found Dead
A 17-year-old Boy Scout on a four-day backpacking trip to Zion National Park with fellow scouts somehow became separated from his group on the second day and was later found dead, according to park officials.
- By Kurt Repanshek - July 23rd, 2010 5:09pm
Eggs from Rare Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle Nest Being Moved from Gulf Islands National Seashore
Life hasn't been easy for Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles in recent years, but the ongoing impacts of the oil spill have raised new concerns for the rare animals. Biologists are moving eggs from a nest at Gulf Islands National Seashore ; they will be incubated, hatched, and ultimately released into the Atlantic Ocean.
- By Jim Burnett - July 23rd, 2010 11:29am
