Essential Friends + Gateways: The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation, Long On Road, Innovation, And Impact
Innovations the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation is introducing on America’s most scenic road are finding their way all over the nation.
Biologists Believe Moose Population At Voyageurs National Park Is Stable
The moose population at Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota appears to be stable in comparison with recent years, with an estimated 46 individuals.
- By NPT Staff - May 12th, 2013 2:45am
Traveler's Gear Box: Hilleberg's Anjan 2 GT
One of the lightest tents in its category, the Anjan 2 GT from Hilleberg offers backpackers a sturdy, three-season domicile with nice convertibility and space to bring your gear in out of the elements.
- By Kurt Repanshek - May 12th, 2013 2:44am
Secret Sleeps, Tips For Snagging A National Park Campsite This Summer
There is nothing as traditional as camping out in the national parks for summer vacation. Reserving a campsite on www.recreation.gov can lock in a site long before you hit the road, but sometimes you just don’t get around to doing that. So what to do?
- By NPT Staff - May 12th, 2013 2:38am
You Can Help Break A World Record At Lake Mead National Recreation Area
If you going to be within driving distance of Lake Mead National Recreation Area on Saturday, May 18, you can help break a world record. All you need to bring is yourself—and a life jacket.
- By Jim Burnett - May 11th, 2013 3:01am
South Entrance To Yellowstone National Park Opens
The early birds were ready and waiting this morning when the South Entrance to Yellowstone National Park opened for the season.
- By NPT Staff - May 10th, 2013 10:18am
Hiker Rescued At White Sands National Monument Forgot He Wasn't Just Strolling The Beach
White Sands National Monument in southern New Mexico is home to the world's largest gypsum dune fields, and all those beautiful white dunes might look like an appealing place to wiggle your toes in the sand. As one recent visitor discovered, however, a hike in the dunes can take a nasty turn if you decide to forego one of the most basic items of gear.
Fire Island National Seashore Facilities Reopening After Repairs
With Memorial Day Weekend still two weeks off, more and more facilities at Fire Island National Seashore are reopening after repairs necessitated by last fall's Hurricane Sandy.
- By NPT Staff - May 10th, 2013 2:40am
$10 Million Gift From Volkswagen Will Benefit National Mall And Memorial Parks In Washington, D.C.
Ten million dollars are heading to the Trust for the National Mall over the next five years to help the organization preserve and protect the National Mall and Memorial Parks in Washington, D.C.
Tickets On Sale For July 4th Reopening Of Statue Of Liberty
The Fourth of July and the reopening of the Statue of Liberty are still more than a month off, but that doesn't mean you can't buy a ticket for that event now.
- By NPT Staff - May 10th, 2013 2:27am
