Everglades National Park News:
Wading birds' breeding rebounded over past decade -- good news for Everglades
After the third strong breeding year since 2002, there is increasing optimism that wading birds are rebounding from decades of decline in the Everglades.
http://www.miamiherald.com/573/story/1376556.html
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Glacier National Park News:
Gold Strike Just North of Glacier National Park Another Concern for Park's Environmental Health
A gold strike in the rugged mountains of British Columbia just across the U.S.-Canadian border from Glacier National Park is yet one more concern for the park's environmental health, which already is being threatened by another mining project eyed in the same general area.
http://www.nationalparkstraveler.com/200...ntal-health5068
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Great Smoky Mountain National Park News:
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Hosts Holiday Homecoming
Great Smoky Mountains National Park will host a Holiday Homecoming at the Oconaluftee Visitor Center and the Mountain Farm Museum on Saturday, December 19. Enjoy historical demonstrations, hot cider and cookies!
http://usparks.about.com/b/2009/12/10/gr...-homecoming.htm
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Rocky Mountain National Park News:
Cameron Pass, Rocky Mountain National Park avalanche risks heighten
Avalanche potential for the northern mountains, including Cameron Pass and Rocky Mountain National Park, has been rated as considerable today by the Colorado Avalanche Information Center.
http://www.coloradoan.com/article/200912...+risks+heighten