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As part of the 50th anniversary of the National Natural Landmarks Program this month, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar has designated Lake Shasta Caverns, a pristine cave in northern California, and Ice Mountain, an unusual geological phenomenon called glacière talus in West Virginia, as national natural landmarks.

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By NPT Staff - May 19th, 2012 2:43am

Eleven TRACK Trails Debut Today: Program Doubles with "National Kids to Parks Day" Dedication

The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation’s Kids in Parks program is celebrating the National Kids to Parks Day by opening 11 new trails in three different states, doubling the size of their TRACK Trails program in one day.

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By NPT Staff - May 19th, 2012 2:37am

President Sent Legislation To Allow Commercial Horse Packing In Sequoia, Kings Canyon National Park

Legislation that clears the way for the National Park Service to resume issuing permits for commercial horse pack trips in Sequoia and Kings Canyon national parks headed Friday to President Obama for his signature.

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By NPT Staff - May 18th, 2012 2:08pm

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National Park Mystery Spot 42 Revealed: God Provides

Did you arrive at the answer by divine direction?

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By Bob Janiskee - May 18th, 2012 4:59am

Turtle Nesting Season Has Biscayne National Park Officials Asking Visitors To Be Careful

With sea turtles coming ashore at Biscayne National Park for nesting, officials are urging park visitors to keep their distance from turtles and any nests they see.

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By NPT Staff - May 18th, 2012 2:40am

Enjoy A Hot Time In Death Valley National Park This Summer

Like it hot? Then plan on visiting Death Valley National Park this summer. But don't forget your swimsuit, as you'll most definitely want to cool off in the pool, even if it is warm water.

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By NPT Staff - May 18th, 2012 2:28am

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Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail Expands With Four Connectors

The Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail, the country's first water trail, has grown with the addition of four watery connectors that extend into five states.

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By NPT Staff - May 18th, 2012 2:20am

National Park Mystery Spot 42: Striking Fear

When the Editor-in-Chief opined that this puzzle is cruel, the Quizmeister nearly wept with joy.

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By Bob Janiskee - May 17th, 2012 5:00am

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Does Your Teen Want To Get Wet? Apply For The Rim-To-River Or Grand Inspiration Programs At Grand Canyon National Park

Floating the Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park is a transformational expedition for many. If your teen is up for it, they can experience the wonders of the canyon on a trip organized by Grand Canyon Youth, a non-profit organized specifically to get youth into the park.

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By NPT Staff - May 17th, 2012 2:55am

A Masonic Marker On the Blue Ridge Parkway

Hidden on the Blue Ridge Parkway spur is a Masonic Marker dating back to 1938. Freemasons gather here gather here every year to hear an address from their leader.

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By [email protected] - May 17th, 2012 2:48am

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