You don’t have to brave the crowds at Yellowstone or Yosemite. Feel the awe of slot canyons, lava tubes, gorges and more on other U.S.-owned public land.
Category: Fish and Wildlife Service
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6 Awe-Inspiring Destinations on U.S. Public Land, but Not in National Parks
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The Fragile Hope for Salmon Recovery in Maine
The New York Times – Business:A long-term project to remove or modify dams may clear the way for endangered wild Atlantic salmon to swim freely up to the Sandy River. But it faces opposition from business and lawmakers.
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Searching for Hellbenders, North America’s Largest Salamanders, in Appalachia
These rare salamanders, which can grow to over two feet long, lurk in the wild rivers of Appalachia. To spot one, you’ll need a snorkel, and some luck.
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How Trump Cuts Could Change Your Summer Hiking Trip
The Bureau of Land Management, the Forest Service and the Fish & Wildlife Service manage more public lands than the Parks Service. And their staffs have also been cut.
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How U.S.A.I.D. Affects National Parks and Conservation Worldwide
Among the programs affected by the possible freeze of American foreign aid are those that establish and support overseas national parks and conservation areas.
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Wildlife Protections Take a Back Seat to Elon Musk’s Ambitions
A New York Times investigation found that Elon Musk exploited federal agencies’ competing missions to achieve his goals for space travel.