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Fort Vancouver National Historic Site and the American Red Cross to present free disaster preparedness presentation on April 29

In cooperation with the SW Washington Chapter of the American Red Cross, Fort Vancouver National Historic is hosting “Be Red Cross Ready,” a disaster preparedness presentation, at 10 am on April 29, 2023


World Migratory Bird Day 2023

Timucuan Preserve is Jacksonville's national park! It provides thousands of acres of stopover habitat for birds as they migrate through the area.


Forty Miles a Day on Beans and Hay

Fort Larned National Historic Site and the Fort Larned Old Guard are pleased to announce the Old Guard’s annual meeting, the Mess and Muster, on Saturday, April 22.


Shenandoah National Park announces artists selected for 2023 Artist-in-Residence program

Shenandoah National Park has selected five artists for its annual Artist-in-Residence program. The program gives artists of all types an opportunity to creatively explore Shenandoah’s natural and cultural resources and pursue their artistic discipline.


Mount Baldy Summit Hike at National Park

Join a ranger on Sunday April 23, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, for an opportunity to climb to the top of the famous Mount Baldy.


National Park Week 2023 Encourages Everyone to Share “Your Park Story”

Fort Laramie National Historic Site joins parks, programs, and partners across the country to encourage everyone to find their park and share their favorite park stories online at FindYourPark.com.


Automobile Break-ins in Joshua Tree National Park

Park rangers are investigating a theft from multiple vehicles in Joshua Tree National Park. On March 8, 2023, at approximately 5 pm, park rangers were dispatched to Hemingway Parking Lot for a report of theft from automobiles.


They Suffer So Acutely

On Saturday, April 29, at 2 pm, Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park will present a special 1-hour, ranger-led program examining the role of hospitals in Chattanooga during the Civil War. Participants are asked to park at the 301-409 Collins St Parking Lot adjacent to the Confederate cemetery on 5th Avenue, where the program will be held. (301-499 Collins St, Chattanooga, TN 37403).


National Park Service announces Lower Mississippi Delta Initiative grant opportunity

On April 17, the National Park Service (NPS), in partnership with Jefferson National Parks Association (JNPA), will begin accepting applications for Lower Mississippi Delta Initiative grants for cultural heritage and educational projects in the Delta region, spanning Southern Illinois to the Gulf of Mexico.


Wilson's Creek National Battlefield Hosts National Junior Ranger Day

Wilson's Creek National Battlefield Hosts National Junior Ranger Day REPUBLIC, MO - Become a Junior Ranger April 22nd at Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield as part of the celebration of National Junior Ranger day and National Park Week.


Wilson's Creek National Battlefield Launches B.A.R.K. Ranger Program

Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield Launches B.A.R.K. Ranger Program


Agate Celebrates Ntl Park Week with Two Great Events!

National Park Week 2023 is April 22 – April 30th. Agate Fossil Beds National Monument will start and end the celebration with two amazing, free events.


High School Students: Apply For A Summer Job At Pipestone National Monument

Help conserve the environment, gain valuable job experience, and have fun working with Pipestone National Monument’s Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) crew this summer.


Valles Caldera 2023 Turkey Hunt Season Begins

The 2023 turkey hunt season begins today, April 15, and runs through April 30. Twenty tags were issued through the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish and each tag is good for 1 bearded turkey.


Shackleford Horse Dies Under Anesthesia During Attempted Transfer to the Rachel Carson Reserve

On Wednesday April 12, 2023, a six-year-old wild stallion, or male horse, was scheduled to be transferred from Shackleford Banks to a similar island habitat at the Rachel Carson Reserve, located a few miles to the north.


Fatal fall at Acadia National Park

A 17 year-old male fell approximately 25 feet to his death near the Otter Cliff area in Acadia National Park on Friday, April 14, 2023.


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.


Civilian Conservation Corps Encampment

Hopewell Furnace Commemorates National Park Week with Civilian Conservation Corps Encampment


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.


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.