National Parks Traveler

Fall is that magical time of year when the air is crisp and clear and the leaves in many park units change from summer green to saturated shades of yellow, gold, orange and red. In this month’s column, contributing photographer Rebecca Latson discusses capturing those colors in your national park photography.

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By Rebecca Latson - October 19th, 2021 4:00am

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Humpback Chub Reclassified As Threatened Under Endangered Species Act

The humpback chub, a native to the Colorado River basin that long has struggled to survive, has made enough progress to be reclassified as a threatened, not endangered, species under the Endangered Species Act, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

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By NPT Staff - October 19th, 2021 1:45am

Senate Funding Bill Calls For 9 Percent Increase For National Park Service

A funding bill before the Senate calls for a 9 percent increase in operational funds for the National Park Service, and calls for a staffing increase of 1,000.

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By NPT Staff - October 18th, 2021 5:12pm

Kings Canyon National Park Scheduled To Partially Reopen

Parts of Kings Canyon National Park in California were to reopen to the public Monday in the wake of success against the KNP wildfire. However, all developed areas of Sequoia National Park next door remain closed.

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By Compiled From N... - October 18th, 2021 1:45am

Roadwork Taking Place Across Mojave National Preserve

Much-needed roadwork is being tackled at Mojave National Preserve this month. The work will take place on Ivanpah, Lanfair, and Black Canyon roads. Visitors and inholding residents in the preserve may encounter trucks carrying rock aggregate material and road crews working in the area, which may cause short delays for motorists.