Denali National Park News:
Alaska's Denali park rangers are getting ready for climbing season
The hills are alive with the sound of Black Hawk helicopters at Denali National Park, home of the highest mountain in North America.
http://www.latimes.com/travel/deals/la-trb-denali-20120511,1,4466709.story
Eagle Scout gives back with trail
Eagle Scouts are known for giving back to their community, and Michael Ward, of Boy Scout Troop 5039 based in Londonderry, is no exception.
http://www.chillicothegazette.com/article/20120514/NEWS01/205140302/Eagle-Scout-gives-back-trail**********
Glacier National Park News:
One Drift at a Time
Glacier National Park crews work to clear Going-to-the-Sun Road
While much of western Montana has been enjoying warm, spring-like weather, the lower reaches of Logan Pass, in the heart of Glacier National Park, is still within winter's icy grip. Because of deep snow and unpredictable weather, clearing the iconic Going-to-the-Sun Road is all the more challenging for the handful of hardy souls tasked with the job.
http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/one_drift_at_a_time/27901/**********
Great Smoky Mountain National Park News:
Fireflies in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The upcoming June 2 through June 10 firefly event in the Great Smokies is full—all the parking passes have been reserved in advance except for 25 per night for those who've driven in unaware of the registration system.
http://www.nationalparkstraveler.com/potw/fireflies-great-smoky-mountains-national-park9903**********
Mount Rainier National Park News:
Park board to study shooting of ranger
Mount Rainier: Goal is to prevent incidents like New Year’s Day slaying of ranger
http://www.theolympian.com/2012/05/14/2104778/park-board-to-study-shooting-slain.html#storylink=cpy**********
Rocky Mountain National Park News;
Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park is open for the season
Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park opened Monday, according to an alert from the Colorado Department of Transportation.
http://www.reporterherald.com/news/larim...ational-park-is**********
