Grand Canyon National Park News:
Grand Canyon fall ruled accident
The National Park Service today ruled the death of B. Holt Vaughn an accident.
http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_13920221**********
Great Smoky Mountain National Park News:
Alexander, Duncan ask Blount to consider 'stealth' cell towers
Federal lawmakers Sen. Lamar Alexander (R-TN) and Congressman John "Jimmy" Duncan Jr. (R-2nd) are encouraging the Blount County Board of Zoning Appeals to consider approving so-called "stealth" cell phone towers instead of traditional towers that some say would damage the scenery of the Great Smoky Mountains. One of the entrances to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is in Townsend in Blount County, where cell phone towers may soon be placed.
http://www.volunteertv.com/home/headlines/78351197.html**********
Yellowstone (and Grand Teton) National Park News:
Around Montana: Rendezvous Ski Trails at West Yellowstone open and groomed
The Rendezvous Ski Trail system, located on the Gallatin National Forest near West Yellowstone is now being groomed for classic and skate skiing. The Rendezvous ski system includes between 35 and 50 kilometers of professionally groomed trails.
http://www.bozemandailychronicle.com/articles/2009/12/03/sports/10am.txtNew comp plan in Yellowstone a first
A new comprehensive plan for a lodging area in Yellowstone could set a precedent for the way the park manages infrastructure.
http://www.planetjh.com/news/A_105604.aspx**********
Yosemite National Park News:
Winter Weather Update for Yosemite
For those interested in touring Yosemite this winter the snow pack outlook is very promising. For those interested in skiing, Badger Pass Ski Area is scheduled to open December 18th, 2009.
http://www.extranomical.com/NEWS/YOSEMITE_NEWS/winter_weather_update_for_yosemite_443.html
