Denali National Park and Preserve

Fire Season Arrives Early and Vigorous In Alaska's National Parks

Though the wildfire season really hasn't started in the Rockies, Sierra Nevada, or Cascade ranges, it's been well under way in Alaska, where national park fire managers are reporting unusual fire behavior.

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By Kurt Repanshek - June 11th, 2010 10:10am

Beckoning...

This profile of Mount McKinley in Denali National Park and Preserve is enticement enough to climbers looking to challenge themselves.

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By Kurt Repanshek - June 8th, 2010 3:31pm

Belgian Climber Falls 100 Feet To His Death on Mount McKinley in Denali National Park and Preserve

A Belgian mountaineer leading an ascent up a technical section of Cassin Ridge on Mount McKinley in Denali National Park fell roughly 100 feet to his death when his anchor seemingly failed, park officials said Tuesday.

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By Kurt Repanshek - June 8th, 2010 3:23pm

Two Killed By Backcountry Avalanche in Denali National Park and Preserve

Two men climbing in the Ruth Gorge area of Mount McKinley in Denali National Park and Preserve were killed when an avalanche swept down upon them, park officials said Monday.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 31st, 2010 1:54pm

Grizzly Bear Shot and Killed By Hikers In Denali National Park and Preserve

A grizzly bear that emerged from a thicket and charged two backpackers in the backcountry of Denali National Park and Preserve was shot and killed by one of the two who was carrying a .45-caliber semi-automatic pistol, according to park officials.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 31st, 2010 11:27am

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Schedule For Denali National Park and Preserve Road Lottery Announced

For those of you lucky enough to be in Denali National Park and Preserve in September, it's time to start thinking about entering the annual lottery for permits to drive the park road.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 19th, 2010 2:15am

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French Climber Dies in Fall on Mt. McKinley in Denali National Park and Preserve

A French climber working his way up Mount McKinley fell to his death while trying to stop a sled holding his gear from sliding off a section of the West Buttress, according to Denali National Park and Preserve officials.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 17th, 2010 10:18pm

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Some Denali National Park Wolves Are Capable Anglers for Salmon

Is a fish diet healthier for wolves than one comprised solely of red meat? That's hard to say, but some wolves in Denali National Park and Preserve have found that salmon is a great supplement when moose or caribou are scarce.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 14th, 2010 2:15am

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Denali National Park and Preserve Just About Ready for Summer Season

While spring in the 49th state does tend to lag a bit behind the season in the other states, it is beginning to take root in Alaska, and Denali National Park and Preserve is working on opening its facilities for the summer season.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 8th, 2010 3:15am

National Park Service in Alaska Takes Steps To Counter State's Approach to Wildlife Management

In moves designed to counter Alaska's current approach to wildlife management, National Park Service officials in that state are instituting hunting and trapping bans to protect wolves and bears in their parks and preserves.

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By Kurt Repanshek - April 13th, 2010 8:41pm

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