Since 1919, the nonpartisan National Parks Conservation Association has been the leading voice of the American people in protecting and enhancing our National Park System’s most significant lands and landmarks.
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National Parks Conservation Association Take Action: Ask your representives to support the Public Lands Service Corps Act!
Source: act.npca.org
Our national parks belong to all of us: to visit, to enjoy, and to care for. What better way to restore, preserve, and protect our priceless natural, cultural, and historical treasures than through the efforts of thousands of people providing millions of service hours in our parks?
Julie at 9:19am July 8
I got an email back from Arlen Spector about this...it said he will "consider my opinion"...probably just some automatically generated response email
Ken at 9:32am July 8
No doubt. Maybe if you gave him a few hundred thousand dollars, then he'd probably pay more attention to your concerns. I surely hope he gets defeated, he's such a bald-faced hypocritical politician, switching allegiances whichever way will get him re-elected.
National Parks Conservation Association NPCA Magazine Story: Cities of Stone
Source: www.npca.org
One visit to the American Southwest is all it takes to convince you that no sky is as blue as the sky over sandstone. Few sights are as satisfying as a desert lit in muted rainbow colors, seen from high on a mountain. ...
Chris at 7:17am July 8
I'd love to go back again some time.
Michael at 7:19am July 8
Carolyn and I were privileged to visit these areas and Chaco Canyon a few years ago. they were magnificent. We also had the chance to drive the unpaved roads of the desert near Chaco Canyon well after night had fallen. If you think these areas a great in the day time you should see them at night. The sky was unlike anything I have seen before or ... Read Moresince. The Milky Way really was and every star so clear as to make tears come to your eyes. A caveat though, driving the back roads of the desert is not for the faint of heart even in the day and night makes it even more of an adventure. What FEW signs there are often painted over by bored youths so take a very good GPS. We did not and it all worked out OK. Take a vehicle designed for off road but stay on the roads and plenty of water.
Donna at 8:53am July 8
We were also privileged to visit these parks and spend 2 weeks camping in canyon de chelly - the first week was a new moon - complete darkness with only the sliver of night sky - the second a full moon - no need of flashlights - the canyon walls reflected the light - truly an experience of a lifetime -
National Parks Conservation Association View Air Quality Camera at Great Smoky Mtns.
Source: www.nps.gov
Air pollution is shrinking scenic views, damaging plants, and degrading high elevation streams and soils in the Great Smoky Mountains. Even human health is at risk. Most pollution originates outside the park and is created by power plants, industry, and automobiles.
National Parks Conservation Association Check out Ken Burns upcoming documentary- The National Parks: America's Best Idea website http://www.pbs.org/nationalparks/
Source: www.pbs.org
Filmed over the course of more than six years at some of nature's most spectacular locales — from Acadia to Yosemite, Yellowstone to the Grand Canyon, the Everglades of Florida to the Gates of the ...
National Parks Conservation Association at 7:54am July 7
I have heard they will be offered in standard and Blue Ray versions...I couldn't find any more details. Hope that helps!
Lee at 9:45am July 7
I've seen the preview show and am looking forward to the show itself.
National Parks Conservation Association Press Release: Update on Valley Forge Museum
NPCA | National Parks Conservation Association Praises American Revolution Center’s Agreement to Loc
Source: www.npca.org
“We congratulate the American Revolution Center and the National Park Service on the agreement announced today to locate the Center’s proposed museum at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia-just a few blocks from Independence Hall. ...
Adam Roberts has been driving way too much these last few days and is exhausted!
Lori Young Any news about the Ken Burns PBS show on the National Parks, and when it begins?
National Parks Conservation Association at 6:39am July 7
Hello Lori, September 27 is the big opening! Here is a website for you to check out! They are already pre-selling DVD's, books, and cd's! http://www.pbs.org/nationa
National Parks Conservation Association NPCA Press Release
Source: www.npca.org
“The bill approved by the Senate Appropriations Committee last week contains an important funding increase for the annual operating needs of the national parks, makes vital investments in the Land ...
National Parks Conservation Association More on Glacier and Waterton National Parks
UNESCO Agrees to Send Field Team to Inspect Threats to Glacier, Waterton National Parks | National P
Source: www.nationalparkstraveler.com
Things are going to get real interesting on the U.S.-Canadian border where Glacier and Waterton Lakes national parks meet now that the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s World Heritage Committee has voted to send a team
National Parks Conservation Association Don't Forget: Statue of Liberty Opens July 4th Weekend!
Source: www.nps.gov
Did You Know? In the line of fire! Cannon at Castle Williams of Governors Island National Monument face Battery Park in Lower Manhattan... and continually surprise commuters on the Staten Island ferry! ...
National Parks Conservation Association Wildflowers at Cedar Breaks NM
Source: www.nationalparkstraveler.com
Dazzling strokes of Indian paintbrush, daubs of lupine and larkspur, and dashes of primrose will be on display at Cedar Breaks National Monument during its 4th Annual Wildflower Festival next month.
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Check out the new addition to NPCA's Extended Info: Climate Change, Wildlife and Wildlands Toolkit
http://www.facebook.com/npca.org?v=app_2
National Parks Conservation Association NPCA's Summer 2009 Magazine
Source: www.npca.org
The View From AbovePhotographer George Masa isn’t as well known as Ansel Adams, but his lens helped establish Great Smoky Mountains National Park 75 years ago.
National Parks Conservation Association Guest Blog Post by NPCA's Andrea Keller on Service in our National Parks
Source: www.nationalparkstraveler.com
If there ever was a model of the value of service in our national parks, it is Megan Cantrell. She first signed up with the Student Conservation Association during the summer of her junior year in high school. After those hot, grueling months fixing
National Parks Conservation Association In the News: Harpers Ferry National Historic Park - Land Donation
Land Donation Will Boost Size of Harpers Ferry National Historical Park By 176 Acres | National Park
Source: www.nationalparkstraveler.com
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park will expand by 176 acres on Thursday as the Civil War Preservation Trust transfers a key part of the battlefield to the National Park Service during ceremonies on historic School House Ridge.
National Parks Conservation Association In th News: NPCA Praises House Committee's Continued Investment
NPCA | National Parks Conservation Association Praises House Committee’s Continued Investment in Nat
Source: www.npca.org
"As passed out of committee last night, the House Interior Appropriations bill includes increased funding to operate and maintain our national parks and $25 million for the parks’ public-private partnership program. ...
National Parks Conservation Association Don't forget Fee-Free weekend at our National Parks this weekend!
Source: www.nps.gov
America’s Best Idea – the national parks – gets even better this summer with three fee-free weekends at more than 100 national parks that usually charge entrance fees*.
Tamra at 1:03pm June 19
www.wecansolveit.org All able to sign petition for EPA to begin taking action on carbon pollution that affect the health of all human and animal populations, please go and leave comment at above website by Tuesday, when public comments will expire.... Thanks, concerned human : )
Ashley at 7:27pm June 19
woo hoo!
National Parks Conservation Association at 7:49am June 24
Hey all - The link appears to be broken since NPS conducted a makeover to their website here is more information on the Fee Free weekend: http://home.nps.gov/news/r
National Parks Conservation Association Free Shuttle Bus Tour in Bryce Canyon NP
Source: www.nationalparkstraveler.com
Touring Bryce Canyon National Park this summer will be easier than ever thanks to free daily tours the park is offering on the Bryce Canyon Shuttle. And if you're a backpacker, this is a great way to catch a ride to the trailhead and then back
Kevin at 8:52am June 19
Bryce Canyon, what a place to see or experience. We had the girls with us when they were to small to take the trail down in but viewing from all the look outs was truly amazing.A definite place to go to.We got to stay at Ruby's with my cousin and his family on our shared vaca.
Kay at 9:08am June 22
Bryce Canyon is so amazing and the shuttle bus system is great. We hiked down into the canyon and up to the other end then took the shuttle back.
National Parks Conservation Association Have you made plans yet for July 4th? Check out these events occurring in our National Parks!
Source: www.nps.gov
Many parks celebrate Independence with special events and programming. We invite everyone to join in the following celebrations of Independence at National Park Service sites this year.
National Parks Conservation Association Attention Great Basin NP Area: The Best Dark Skies in the lower 48 Stargazing Event is Saturday June 27! Check out the event
Source: act.npca.org
Dear Friend of the National Parks,Just how dark does it get at Nevada'sGreat Basin National Park?The National Park Service Night Sky Team has declared Great Basin's night skies to be the darkest ...
Kevin at 6:09am June 18
We haven't been here but close. When we were at Zion on our vaca around the Grand Canyon I thought those were the darkest and just couldn't believe the stars in our view. I want to go back right know.
Gabe at 6:11am June 18
I thought Chaco had some of the darkest skies...that place is far from any light source from what I could tell.
Rachel at 6:40pm June 19
where was the class offered?? it sounds really cool:)
National Parks Conservation Association Hawaii Volcanoes NP
Source: www.nationalparkstraveler.com
An impressive noctural light display at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, may be responsible for a recent small but noticeable uptick in travel to the Big Island and the park this month. With Hawaii’s national park visitation way down, even a minor boost
David at 7:18pm June 17
we're on our way! see you in august!
Kevin at 4:49am June 18
This is definitely something I would really like to see. We have only been to Oahu and Kauai.This would be the next Island to go to.
Come enjoy one of the Darkest Night Skies!
Great Basin National Park and the National Parks Conservation Association will host a special stargazing event, Saturday June 27th at 8 pm at the Great Basin Visitor Center ne...
Host:National Parks Conservation Association
Time:8:00PM Saturday, June 27th
Location:Great Basin National Park
National Parks Conservation Association Time to get ready for Leaf Peeping Season
Source: www.nationalparkstraveler.com
Have you always wanted to be able to drive down the shuttle road in Denali National Park during the September leaf peeping season? If so, you'll need to have a permit. This year the road lottery application deadline has been moved up to June 30.
National Parks Conservation Association In the News: Great Smoky Mtns
Source: www.voanews.com
Most Americans are traveling far less than in years past, due to one of the worst economic downturns in decades. Many are looking close to home for a place to spend their summer vacation, and that will likely mean record crowds at state and national parks.
National Parks Conservation Association What's Happening with National Parks in Congress
Source: www.npca.org
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The nation’s leading voice for the national parks, the nonprofit National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) today praised action by a committee in the House of Representatives, ...
National Parks Conservation Association National Park-to-Park Highway
Source: www.nationalparkstraveler.com
In the early 1900s, some national parks existed, but getting to them was problematic. Then was born the idea to develop a "National Park-to-Park Highway," one that would run through 11 states and connect 13 national parks.
National Parks Conservation Association Don't Forget! Starting This weekend National Parks offering free weekend admission!
Source: www.baltimoresun.com
The National Park Service is looking to stimulate vacations at national parks. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar announced earlier this month that entrance fees at 147 national parks and monuments - including ...
Tim at 7:14pm June 15
I'm weird, I guess, but I don't like this. I'd be willing be pay twice what I currently pay to get into a national park and see a lot less people. It's funny how people will complain about entrance fees to state and national parks but always find money to go the movies, buy junk food, or buy video games. And I also think that people respect what ... Read Morethey have to pay for--and this includes national parks. And why give up all the revenue that those of us who donate to the NPCA and the Yosemite Fund, etc. are trying to build up? It's kind of a slap in the face.
Helen at 7:56pm June 15
How can we go to the national parks when we have no way of knowing who is carrying a loaded, concealed gun?!!!!!
Michael at 10:30am June 16
Helen, does this mean you stay in your house and never go outside? I don't like the legislation either, but it's not that drastic. Criminals have already carried loaded guns in the parks, because they don't care if there are laws against it. Like I said, I don't like the legislation either, but it's more of the whole keeping honest people honest scenario. It won't keep me out of the parks.
National Parks Conservation Association Take Action: Protect the Sacred Lands of Haleakala
Source: act.npca.org
Dear Friend of the National Parks,Maui. That word for some stirs images of beautiful beaches and relaxing resorts. Maui is also home to Haleakala National Park, a place where the endangered silversword grows on the rim of ancient volcanic craters and the Hawaiian petrel raises its young. ...
National Parks Conservation Association at 12:34pm June 15
On the take action link it took you to a page where it provided a chance to read up on more information. Here is the link: http://act.npca.org/campai
National Parks Conservation Association at 12:35pm June 15
Keep the comments coming! Great conversations are happening!
Kumiko Kee Everyone should respect mother nature, so that our future will last more longer.
National Parks Conservation Association What are your thoughts on this issue?
Source: www.nationalparkstraveler.com
An alliance of NGOs has asked the National Park Service to more thoroughly consider safety issues before extending the lease for the commercial airport now operating in Grand Teton National Park.
Faith at 11:23am June 12
Right on, Jamie. Some parks don't even allow folks to drive their own vehicle in certain areas....shuttle buses are required. How did we end up with an airport inside a National Park??
Chad at 6:43pm June 12
I was thinking the same thing when I read about this the other day. How in the world did this happen?
National Parks Conservation Association What a great tradition!