The proposed Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary could create a new model for Native co-management of public lands. But the sanctuary faces headwinds with a last-minute boundary change to accommodate a wind farm.
Category: National Parks, Monuments and Seashores
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‘Love Locks’ Left at Grand Canyon Draws Ire of Park Service
“Love is strong,” the National Park Service said. “But it is not as strong as our bolt cutters.”
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Wildfires: How to Travel Safely as the Climate Changes
Climate change has made wildfires a year-round threat to travelers. Here’s how to minimize your risk, and what to do if you’re in the path of a fire.
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A Government Shutdown Looms. What Services and Benefits Could Be Affected?
Many federal agencies have plans in place to weather a shutdown, but a disruption would still affect critical government services.
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5 Places to See Spectacular Foliage This Fall
This summer’s heat, droughts and extreme rains could mean a more vivid palette of autumn leaves. Here’s where you can savor those colors before they’re gone.
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How the Jackson Hole Conference Became an Economic Obsession
Investors and economists are watching the event this week closely. How did a remote Wyoming conference become so central?
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Take Your Dog to a National Park. It Is Allowed, With Restrictions.
With expanded park programs and new online resources, planning a park-centric trip with a dog — or a dog-centric trip to a park — has gotten easier in recent years. Here’s what you need to know.
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From Below Canyon’s Rim, Finding a New Perspective
A travel writer and experienced hiker picked up some new tricks while reporting on search-and-rescue operations in Grand Canyon National Park.
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5 National Park Destinations That Aren’t Parks
The National Park Service isn’t just the 63 big-name parks. Here are national monuments, a lakeshore and two other less crowded alternatives to explore the country’s natural beauty and attractions.
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A Trail Guide for Disabled Hikers
We highlight a selection of paths, overlooks and other sites in several U.S. parks that outdoor enthusiasts with disabilities can enjoy this summer.
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Two People Are Sought in Harassment of a Bison Calf at Grand Teton National Park
The episode in Wyoming comes just after a similar one at Yellowstone. They have renewed warnings about staying away from bison calves, even if they appear to be stranded.