National Parks Traveler

The nation's front yard -- the National Mall in Washington, D.C. -- is hammered pretty hard each year by more than 25 million visitors. To reduce their impact on the grassy expanse, Interior Secretary Ken Salazar has directed the National Park Service to better manage the promenade that stretches from the Lincoln Memorial to the U.S. Capitol.

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By NPT Staff - January 29th, 2013 2:28am

Birding In The National Parks: Acadia Birding Festival

Most of the United States has now passed the coldest (by average) depth of winter, so it seems appropriate to take a look at places to book some spring birding adventures in the national parks. One spot always comes to minds when I think of late spring, birds, and national parks -- Acadia National Park

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By Kirby Adams - January 29th, 2013 2:26am

Canadian Parks Advocacy Group Pushing Government For Better Marine Stewardship

Canada's government is lagging behind much of the world when it comes to protecting marine areas along the country's borders, according to the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society.