Glacier National Park News:
'Extreme Ice': Seeing is believing on glacial melting
Film shows at Aspen Environmental Forum
ASPEN — Probably no bit of information presented at the Aspen Environment Forum was as sobering as the screening of the film “Extreme Ice” at the Wheeler Opera House Thursday night.
http://www.aspentimes.com/article/200903...acial%20meltingGrand Canyon National Park News:
Celebrate National Junior Ranger Day at the Grand Canyon
Spring is here, the canyon is beautiful, the crowds are small, and National Park Week is almost here. If you are looking for a fun educational activity for your kids, Junior Ranger Day at the Grand Canyon might be just the ticket!
http://www.examiner.com/x-5374-Phoenix-G...he-Grand-CanyonJoshua Tree National Park News:
Lost Horse Mine in Joshua Tree National Park
At the terminus of this two mile trail, you can have a look at the Lost Horse Mine ten-stamp mill and foundation. While this is one of the best preserved mills under National Park protection, your only view will come from outside a chain link fence.
http://www.examiner.com/x-4400-LA-Outdoo...e-National-ParkMisc. National Parks News:
Bill extends Trail of Tears into Georgia, could boost tourism here
A bill currently waiting for President Barack Obama’s signature could help boost tourism at the Chief Vann House state historic site in Spring Place, says park ranger Julia Autry.
http://www.northwestgeorgia.com/murray/local_story_086194928.html?keyword=topstoryDETAILS: Hiking the Appalachian Trail
GETTING THERE: Rail, bus and air service will get you near the Appalachian Trail at many points along its more than 2,175 miles but not quite to it. Check the Shuttle List on the Appalachian Trail Conservancy Web site (see below) for rides to Baxter State Park in Maine and Amicalola Falls State Park in Georgia, at either end of the trail.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/03/27/AR2009032700957.htmlBarack Obama to Designate Waterfall as New National Park
Next week Barack Obama is expected to sign legislation that will create a national park from 35 acres of historical sites that surround a 77 foot high waterfall in New Jersey. It will be the first national park Obama will designate during his presidency.
http://ecoworldly.com/2009/03/27/barack-obama-to-designate-waterfall-as-new-national-park/Rocky Mountain National Park News:
Rocky Mountain National Park plans to install ‘Fast Pass’ lane at entrance
The west portal of Rocky Mountain National Park is poised to receive a facelift, one that could benefit local pass holders.
http://www.skyhidailynews.com/article/20...20at%20entranceYellowstone National Park News:
Quarantined park bison headed out of state
HELENA - State wildlife officials here have approved a plan to ship 41 Yellowstone bison considered brucellosis-free to an Indian reservation in Wyoming.
http://www.bozemandailychronicle.com/articles/2009/03/28/news/20bison.txtSkiing in the Spring
"They had a strategy, they changed costumes three times, but biggest of all, they skied 62 miles!"
http://www.westyellowstonenews.com/articles/2009/03/27/news/news1.txtYellowstone reports few bison deaths this winter
After a year when hunting, management actions and a harsh winter wiped out nearly 50 percent of Yellowstone’s bison herd, officials say the park’s iconic species has fared well so far this winter.
http://www.jhnewsandguide.com/article.php?art_id=4409See Yellowstone before the summer crowds arrive
It's barely spring, and there's still snow blanketing the high country, but they're already advertising the switch from snowmobiles to bicycles in Yellowstone National Park.
http://www.sltrib.com/outdoors/ci_11985294Yosemite National Park News:
Earthquake safety work won't close Ahwahnee Hotel
The Ahwahnee Hotel - where U.S. presidents and royalty have enjoyed the breathtaking granite sights - needs a $60 million fix for earthquake safety.
http://www.fresnobee.com/local/story/1290980.htmlZion National Park News:
Zion National Park shuttles to resume in April
The Zion National Park shuttle system is scheduled to resume operation on April 4, signaling the start of the 2009 visitor season.
http://www.localnews8.com/Global/story.asp?S=10083699&nav=menu554_1_1
