Shenandoah National Park

Shenandoah National Park Ready To Move Into Spring Season

Winter might be tossing its last fits of the season at the eastern sweep of the country, but that's not altering plans to move Shenandoah National Park's facilities into the spring season later this month.

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By Kurt Repanshek - March 17th, 2014 3:48am

Wildfire In Shenandoah Caused By Illegal Campfire

A wildfire that flared up in Shenandoah National Park was caused by an illegal campfire that wasn't doused, park officials say.

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By NPT Staff - March 6th, 2014 5:48pm

President's FY15 Budget Proposal For National Park Service Requests Slight Increase

President Obama's fiscal year 2015 budget contains a slight, $55 million increase for the National Park Service, though that number could swell to more than $650 million if Congress goes along with the president's vision.

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By Kurt Repanshek - March 4th, 2014 4:23pm

National Parks Generate Billions In Economic Activity

How far the national parks have come, from being described in the 19th century as unproductive wastelands to get congressional approval to now being described as economic engines that are behind nearly $27 billion in business.

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By Kurt Repanshek - March 4th, 2014 4:30am

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Rocks Mountain Fire At Shenandoah National Park Spreads To More Than 100 Acres

The Rocks Mountain Fire in Shenandoah National Park had spread to more than 100 acres Saturday, and nearly 60 firefighters were working the wildfire.

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By Kurt Repanshek - March 1st, 2014 3:20pm

Don't Be Surprised To Hear National Park Visitation Dropped Last Year

When the National Park Service finalizes its visitation numbers for last year, don't be surprised to hear there was a decline from the 283 million tally made in 2012.

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By Kurt Repanshek - February 16th, 2014 3:16am

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New Study Finds Many Appalachian Trail Hikers Are Unable To Identify Key Sign Of Lyme Disease

Lyme Disease is a common and serious tick-borne illness that can be difficult to diagnose, and both early recognition of infection and prompt treatment are important. Unfortunately, a new study says many hikers on the Appalachian Trail are unable to recognize one of the key indicators that an individual may have contracted the illness.

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By Jim Burnett - February 18th, 2014 8:06pm

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Grassroots Environmental Organization Raises Cry For Better National Park Funding

An environmental organization with chapters in a handful of Eastern states has launched a campaign to get the public to lobby Congress for better funding for national parks.

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By Kurt Repanshek - January 13th, 2014 2:30am

Shenandoah National Park Trust Has Ambitious Plans For 2014

A new year often brings a new set of goals for many, and the Shenandoah National Park Trust is no exception.

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By NPT Staff - January 6th, 2014 2:30am

Shenandoah National Park's Byrd Visitor Center To Be Open Weekends This Winter

Good news for travelers to Shenandoah National Park this winter: The Harry F. Byrd Sr. Visitor Center at Big Meadows will be open weekends, weather allowing, of course.

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By NPT Staff - January 3rd, 2014 2:30am

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