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Crews Battling Fire In Grand Teton National Park

Firefighters were trying Wednesday to get the upper hand on a fire that was spotted not far off the Teton Park Road in Grand Teton National Park.

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By Kurt Repanshek - July 14th, 2010 2:36pm

National Park Quiz 84: Ringer II

Nine of these ten statements are true. Can you tell which one is not?

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By Bob Janiskee - October 31st, 2011 6:44am

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European Rabbits Facing Death Sentence at San Juan Island National Historical Park

Where's Elmer Fudd when you need him? Although, the folks at San Juan Island National Historical Park, who have a rabbit problem on their hands, could use a hunter who's a little more successful than Bugs Bunny's archenemy ever was.

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By Kurt Repanshek - July 14th, 2010 2:57am

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Interior Department Releases Preferred Plan for National Mall

The nation's front yard, frayed, rutted, and overwhelmed by millions of feet and years of neglect, is going to be given a much-needed makeover if the Interior Department can figure out how to raise at least $650 million, and likely quite a bit more.

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By Kurt Repanshek - July 14th, 2010 2:43am

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Channel Islands National Park's Anacapa Island Could Reopen To Public After Labor Day

Anacapa Island, which has been closed to Channel Islands National Park visitors since June due to unsafe access, could reopen after Labor Day if a crane can be obtained to help install a new landing staircase, according to the superintendent.

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By Kurt Repanshek - July 14th, 2010 2:36am

Reader Participation Day: Preservation, or Enjoyment?

From time to time the ongoing debate is renewed over whether the National Park Service is supposed to be managing the National Park System primarily for the public's enjoyment, or with an eye on preservation so future generations can also enjoy the parks. What do you think?

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By Kurt Repanshek - July 14th, 2010 2:29am

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National Park Road Trip 2010: Decision at The Dalles

Greetings from The Dalles, Oregon, located on the Columbia River at a point where pioneers following the Oregon Trail were required to make a major decision. Some chose to rent, make, or buy rafts on which they placed their wagons and possessions to float west on the Columbia River.

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By David and Kay Scott - July 14th, 2010 2:00am

Pool of Oil Found on Cat Island At Gulf Islands National Seashore

You can add pools of oil to the oily residues turning up at Gulf Islands National Seashore from the Deepwater Horizon disaster.

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By Kurt Repanshek - July 13th, 2010 12:10pm

Was It An Accident, Or Suicide, Behind Latest Death in Grand Canyon National Park?

Another death has been reported at Grand Canyon National Park, this one involving a man who either fell -- or jumped -- from the South Rim near Moran Point.

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By Kurt Repanshek - July 13th, 2010 11:50am

Help Wanted: Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation Needs Development Director

There are so many ways to get enjoyment from the national parks on a daily basis. You can work for the National Park Service, a park concessionaire, or one of the organizations that strives to support the parks. And if you're good at raising funds, the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation could use you.

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By Kurt Repanshek - July 13th, 2010 9:01am