By the Numbers: Crater Lake National Park
You’ll want to read this, even if you’re familiar with the park. Some of these numbers may surprise you.
- By Bob Janiskee - October 16th, 2009 5:30am
One Way to Grow the Next Generation of Park Supporters
How do you grow the next generation of park supporters? One formula is a cookout, s'mores around a campfire, a ranger-guided hike complete with exciting wildlife sightings, and an overnight camping trip. Colorado National Monument recently used grant funding to make it possible for a group of youngsters to enjoy those classic outdoor experiences.
- By Jim Burnett - October 16th, 2009 4:43am
New USGS Study Says We Have Good Reason to Worry About Giant Snakes Loose in America
A new USGS report with a long title has this short take-away message: All nine giant constrictor species capable of colonizing areas of the United States pose moderate to severe ecological risks, and some pose a credible risk to humans.
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- By Bob Janiskee - October 16th, 2009 4:35am
Potential Slide Forces Closure of Short Section of Blue Ridge Parkway near Ashville, NC
Fall color season is a busy time on the Blue Ridge Parkway, but busy or not, officials at the Blue Ridge Parkway aren't taking any chances with the risk of a potential landslide on the scenic roadway. An emergency closure of a short section of the parkway near Ashville is in effect.
- By Jim Burnett - October 16th, 2009 3:36am
Plane Missing at Denali National Park and Preserve With Noted Wolf Biologist Aboard
An aerial search was under way Thursday across the northern half of Denali National Park and Preserve where a single-engine plane with a noted wolf biologist went missing.
- By Kurt Repanshek - October 15th, 2009 6:34pm
Adventurous Teens Need To Be Rescued From Precarious Perch on Ledge at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
If you've spent anytime around cliffs, you probably can appreciate that climbing up is a lot easier than climbing back down. Well, for three teens and their mother at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, getting down required quick assistance from park rangers who were able to rappel down and safely get the four back on firm ground.
Updated: Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Parks Release Winter-Use Plan That Reduces Snowmobile Numbers
As expected, National Park Service officials Thursday approved a winter-use plan for Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks that reduces snowmobile numbers in Yellowstone from past years. The intent is that this plan remain in effect for two winters while Park Service teams develop yet another environmental impact statement on winter recreation in Yellowstone.
"Red Tide" Prompts Visitor Advisory at Padre Island National Seashore
Officials at Padre Island National Seashore are cautioning visitors about the occurrence of the natural phenomenon known as "red tide." The situation is causing a significant fish kill and officials are warning visitors about possible hazards to people and pets.
- By Jim Burnett - October 15th, 2009 2:35pm
Updated: Searchers Spot Missing Backpackers On Ledge In Kings Canyon National Park
Searchers looking for three missing backpackers in Kings Canyon National Park spotted a trio of men matching the missing hikers' description perched on a ledge above Roaring River Falls around noon Thursday. Due to their location, rangers were working on a technical rescue to get the three off the ledge.
- By Kurt Repanshek - October 15th, 2009 1:11pm
Tracing the Trail of the Ancients From Mesa Verde National Park to Hovenweep National Monument
Fall and winter months often are best spent researching road trips, and to help you plan a trek through the Southwest with stops at such places as Mesa Verde National Park and Hovenweep National Monument there's a great new website that takes you down the "Trail of the Ancients."
- By Kurt Repanshek - October 15th, 2009 5:19am
