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2012 Fire Season: Alaska Fizzles While Lower 48 Sizzles

It's been a record-setting year for heat, drought and wildfires in parts of the Lower 48, but Alaska is a different story. By mid-August each year the fire season in Alaska is winding down, and 2012 is headed for one of the quietest summers in years for fire crews.

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By Jim Burnett - August 12th, 2012 2:23am

Wildfire At Lassen Volcanic National Park Causing Access Issues

A wildfire ignited by a lightning strike nearly three weeks ago has spread to more than 10,000 acres at Lassen Volcanic National Park and is causing some access problems and trail closures in the park.

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By NPT Staff - August 11th, 2012 6:10pm

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New Chef Comes To The Wuksachi Lodge In Sequoia National Park

Wuksachi Lodge, the only in-park lodging at Sequoia National Park, has welcomed a new chef.

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By NPT Staff - August 11th, 2012 2:46am

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National Park Mystery Spot 47 Revealed: Rocks To Remember

Whether seen from land or water, it never fails to delight.

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By Bob Janiskee - August 10th, 2012 5:00am

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Guadalupe Mountains National Park Preparing For 40th Birthday Celebration

A barbecue, music, and living history presentations are just part of the celebration being planned to mark the 40th anniversary of Guadalupe Mountains National Park.

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By NPT Staff - August 10th, 2012 2:25am

Caretaking At Vancouver Barracks Unit Of Fort Vancouver National Historic Site Begins

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site's military and commercial roots date back to 1824, but 163 years of U. S. Army activities at the post have come to an end with the transfer of the East and South Vancouver Barracks to the National Park Service.

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By Jim Burnett - August 10th, 2012 2:14am

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National Park Mystery Spot 47: My Mind’s Eye Saw Them

They are not real.

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By Bob Janiskee - August 9th, 2012 5:00am

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Yellowstone National Park's Bison Population Grows By Roughly 14 Percent Over 2011 Count

Yellowstone National Park's bison herds have grown by nearly 14 percent over 2011 numbers, with most of the animals found across the park's northern range.

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By NPT Staff - August 9th, 2012 2:45am

Friends Of Acadia Has Annual Benefit Auction This Saturday; Look What's Up For Auction

Friends of Acadia has its annual benefit auction scheduled for Saturday. If you can't make it to Bar Harbor, consider bidding on-line for great items such as a natural seaglass necklace or a 7-night stay in Southwest Harbor at the Harbor Ridge Resort.

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By NPT Staff - August 9th, 2012 2:18am

July's Contest Winner Is.....Park-O-Phile

Ahhhh, the good quizmeister must have eased back on the throttle last month, as we had 40 readers qualify to win a copy of Andrew Skurka's The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide: Tools and Techniques to Hit the Trail.

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By NPT Staff - August 9th, 2012 2:06am