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Darren Belskis selected as chief ranger of Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park superintendent Kevin Schneider announced the selection of Darren Belskis as chief ranger of Acadia National Park. Belskis is currently the park’s deputy chief ranger.
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Civilian Conservation Corps Encampment
Hopewell Furnace Commemorates National Park Week with Civilian Conservation Corps Encampment
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Springfield Armory celebrates Patriots' Day and school vacation week
Join Park Rangers at Springfield Armory National Historic Site for special family programs during school vacation week, Wednesday April 19 – 23.
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Gulf Islands National Seashore Reopens April 14 Following Weather Recovery Efforts
Gulf Islands National Seashore will reopen the Fort Pickens and Opal Beach Complex Areas at 2:00 p.m. on April 14.
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Flood Conditions: Namekagon and St. Croix River Landings Closed
River conditions on the St. Croix and Namekagon rivers are currently very high, fast flowing, and cold with significant amounts of floating debris, creating hazardous river conditions for river users and park visitors
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Delayed Summer 2023 Opening
Cedar Breaks National Monument has received record amounts of snowfall this winter. As of April 12th, Cedar Breaks is at 217% of normal snowpack for this time of year.
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National Park’s Douglas Center Reopens
The Paul H. Douglas Center at Indiana Dunes National Park has been closed for several months due to extensive renovations. Celebrate its reopening on Earth Day, April 22nd, from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm with a variety of family-friendly activities.
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Redwood National and State Parks updates reservation and permit system
Redwood National and State Parks (RNSP) has made changes to their reservations and permits to increase visitor access and satisfaction. The park is increasing the number of reservations available for many areas.
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2023 City Nature Challenge at Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site
Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site and the Saugus River Watershed Council invite you to a City Nature Challenge event on Saturday, April 29, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Saugus Iron Works.
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Springfield Armory hosts photography exhibit
Springfield Armory National Historic Site (NPS) is proud to host a photography exhibit; “Celebrating Our Nation’s Promise”, curated by the Putnam Vocational Technical Academy photography club and their instructor Denise Stewart.
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Increased Accessibility Now Available on the Gettysburg Battlefield
Gettysburg National Military Park recently installed two bronze relief tactile tables, with a third to come, at key locations within the park.
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Studhorse Prescribe Fire 2023
Yosemite Fire is assessing conditions to conduct prescribed burning operations in the Studhorse area (south of the Wawona Hotel) next week.
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Select Yellowstone National Park roads open to public April 21
Beginning at 8 a.m. Friday, April 21, 2023, select roads in Yellowstone National Park will open to the public, weather permitting. Roads routinely open this time of year and remain open until Nov.1, when they close in preparation for the winter season.
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Big South Fork NRRA Announces 2023 Campground Season
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area announces that all campgrounds are open beginning April 1.
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Gulf Islands National Seashore Closes For Weather Recovery
Gulf Islands National Seashore has temporarily closed visitor access and facilities in the Opal Beach and Fort Pickens Areas for weather recovery operations beginning at 8 a.m., April 13.
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Celebrate National Park Week at Wind Cave National Park With Bones, Birds and Boxwork
Wind Cave National Park will be hosting a variety of activities during National Park Week beginning Saturday, April 22, and running through Sunday, April 30.
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The Foothills Area of Sequoia National Park Reopening April 14
Effective Friday, April 14, public access to the foothills of Sequoia National Park will be restored following massive flooding that caused major road damage last month
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Harpers Ferry to Pilot Cashless Payment
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park (NHP) will begin a three-month pilot for cashless entrance fee collection starting April 15.
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Manzanar To Host Pilgrimage Weekend Events, April 28-30, 2023
Manzanar National Historic Site invites visitors to participate in a weekend of special events in conjunction with the Manzanar Committee’s 54th Annual Pilgrimage.
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Blue Ridge Parkway overlooks, parking areas, and picnic areas in North Carolina set for pavement preservation treatment in 2023
Pavement preservation work at Blue Ridge Parkway overlooks, parking areas and picnic areas from milepost 294 to 384 (between Blowing Rock and Asheville) and milepost 394 to 443 (south of Asheville to Balsam Gap) is planned for the 2023 visitor season.