Search results for “James D. Nations”
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Blog Post Could These Trees Disappear from National Parks? A warming climate is altering the distribution of trees across the eastern United States, and species looking for colder temperatures may have nowhere to go.
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Magazine Article The Spice of Life Wild ginseng is disappearing from Southeast parks at an alarming rate.
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Blog Post 7 National Park Sites That Tell the Story of Immigration From Castle Clinton National Monument to Golden Gate National Recreation Area, national park sites explore the stark contrasts of the immigrant experience.
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Magazine Article The Writing on the Wall Stephen Alvarez travels the globe to photograph ancient rock art. His collection from the American Southwest includes images of Canyonlands, Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante.
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Magazine Article Dangerous Territory Wyoming officials are under the mistaken impression that they can sanction a wolf hunt on park land between Yellowstone and Grand Teton.
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Blog Post 7 Tips for Telling Your Park Story Like a Documentary Photographer We love national park photos, but posed images can’t tell the whole story — especially years later. An award-winning documentary photographer shares how to turn your family adventure into cherished memories.
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Magazine Article The Beaver That Didn’t Give a Dam Solving the mystery of the ancient Palaeocastor.
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Magazine Article Whatever You Do, Don’t Look Up Wandering and wondering at the base of North America’s loneliest mountain.
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Policy Update NPCA position on select legislation before the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources NPCA shared the following positions ahead of a legislative hearing held by the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining scheduled for September 16th, 2020.
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Magazine Article Getting Her Goat Mountain goats have become an iconic part of the picture-perfect scenery of Olympic National Park, but when they get too friendly, someone has to take action.
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Press Release Emerging Evidence Shows Looming Sequester Cuts Threaten National Parks and Local Businesses Nationwide Closed parks & facilities, shortened hours, reduced maintenance, and elimination of educational programs will cut jobs and devastate tourism-dependent economies
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Press Release Biden administration to Cadiz: Pipeline cannot be used for controversial water mining project Decision sets up "intensive” federal environmental review of the controversial proposal
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Press Release Pullman National Park Supporters Take Their Case to Capitol Hill Community leaders and NPCA speak to Congress members about designating the South Side Pullman neighborhood as Chicago's first national park
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Press Release Public Meetings on North Cascades Grizzly Bears Announced Conservation groups call for a show of support for restoring a Northwest native
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Magazine Article A Stitch in Time Volunteer crafters use yarn to highlight climate change in national parks.
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Blog Post How a Spectacular Park Got Its Dumb Name The name of one Arizona park translates into English as “Dumb National Monument.” How did a gorgeous place get such an unfortunate moniker? A long-time volunteer for the monument explains.
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Blog Post New Trails Make Acadia’s Beauty More Accessible As a resident of the New York City area and the wife of a business school student, I’ve spent countless hours listening to my peers discuss which new mobile app or digital tool will revolutionize America and improve the quality of life for people throughout the nation. Yet, I remain convinced that one of America’s greatest products does not rely on software upgrades or Wi-Fi access to bring happiness to an increasing number of Americans each year. I’m referring to an island oasis filled with sun-kissed mountains, sandy beaches, and deep blue waters located off the coast of Maine: Acadia National Park.
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Press Release Congresswoman Terri Sewell Introduces H.R. 4817 to Designate Birmingham’s Historic Civil Rights District as a National Park The City of Birmingham played a pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement and this national designation will forever cement its place in American history
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Magazine Article Saving the Panther The Florida panther was going to die out. Then conservationists dreamed up a daring rescue operation.
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Magazine Article Welcome Home? Settling the question of whether flamingos are native to the Sunshine State.
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Blog Post Feeling the Heat The American pika is highly sensitive to rising temperatures, and climate change threatens its very survival. Park researchers in the West are studying the effects warming is having on this vulnerable park species.
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Magazine Article Dress Rehearsal An emergency at the Grand Canyon provides plenty of lessons for Park Service staff and other federal agencies.
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Blog Post Commercial Beef Cattle in America’s National Parks: Are You Serious? Cattle grazing is not compatible with responsible public land management practices in most cases. Yet new legislation could double the length of time commercial ranchers can graze their animals.
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Press Release Parks Group Supports Historic Nomination of Congresswoman Deb Haaland for Interior Secretary “Amid a global pandemic and climate crisis, we need a Department of Interior Secretary who is ready to address 21st century challenges with bold solutions." -- NPCA President and CEO Theresa Pierno
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Press Release Permanent Uranium Ban for the Grand Canyon Introduced in the Senate Senate legislation would permanently ban new uranium mining on nearly one million acres within and near the Grand Canyon.
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Press Release 75 National Parks Featured in New Keepsake, See America Book National Parks Conservation Association and the Creative Action Network announce a new keepsake book
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Magazine Article Chasing the Dream Nebraska’s Homestead National Monument celebrates the independent farmers who shaped the American landscape.
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Magazine Article Wranglers of the West A fully loaded mule train is a rare sight in most parts of the country, but traditional livestock packing is still thriving in Glacier National Park.
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Blog Post 8 Things to Know Before Your First Solo National Park Trip Thinking of exploring a national park by yourself? An experienced solo traveler — and NPCA staff member — offers pro tips to make the most of your park visit.
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Magazine Article Red Rocks Wander through the Maze, the Needles, and the Islands in the Sky at Canyonlands National Park.
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