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National Park Service Announces 5 Fee-Free Days for 2023

The National Park Service will have 5  entrance fee-free days  in 2023. These ‘free days’ provide free admittance to all national parks for everyone.

Written by Mary Murphy December 20, 2022

E-Bikes on Shaky Ground in National Parks Pending Environmental Review

A federal judge decided that, at least for now, e-bike owners can still ride on national park trails previously reserved for human-powered travel.

Written by Sam Anderson June 06, 2022

Happy 60th Birthday, National Natural Landmarks Program!

Today, America’s National Natural Landmarks turn 60! Celebrate bedrock venues like Grand Coulee, Wash., and Manatee Springs, Fla., with this clip.

Written by Heather Hendricks May 19, 2022

3 Men Receive Prison Sentences for ‘Drunken Capering’ With Katmai Bears

Three men now face jail time, probation, and fines of $3,000 each after taking selfies near several brown bears at Katmai National Park.

Written by Jilli Cluff May 18, 2022

Thieves Steal Head, Antlers Off Famous Elk; Rangers Seek Info

Rocky Mountain National Park’s iconic ‘Bruno’ the elk apparently died naturally — but then, someone illegally beheaded the carcass.

Written by Sam Anderson April 12, 2022

Biden Channels $10 Billion to Parks, Wildland Firefighting, and More

The Biden Administration submitted its 2023 budget to Congress on Monday. It includes substantial national park and conservation funding.

Written by Sam Anderson March 29, 2022

Reward: Help NPS Solve Illegal Game Killing at Bandelier National Monument

One elk and one mule deer were illegally killed at Bandelier National Monument. And the NPS is asking for your help to catch the culprit.

Written by Mary Murphy November 29, 2021

Charles F. Sams III Confirmed as First Native American Director of the National Park Service

The U.S. Senate unanimously confirmed Charles “Chuck” Sams to serve as the first Indigenous National Park Service Director in the agency’s 105-year history.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss November 19, 2021

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