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Chesapeake Bay
Woodend Nature Sanctuary
- Type: Place
Woodend Nature Sanctuary offers 40 acres of restored forests, meadows, and streams in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it features nature trails, interactive exhibits, a nature playground and an historic mansion. Visitors can explore diverse habitats, learn about conservation efforts, and experience the connections between people and nature. Engaging signage and hands-on programs make it a welcoming destination for all ages.
Chesapeake Bay
Piney Point Lighthouse Museum and Historic Park
- Type: Place
Explore the Piney Point Lighthouse Museum, the first built on the Potomac River. Discover captivating exhibits on local maritime history, WWII naval presence, and the iconic lighthouse itself. Climb to the top for breathtaking views of the Potomac and its rich ecosystem. Immerse yourself in the beauty and heritage of the Chesapeake Bay watershed while uncovering the stories that shaped this remarkable area.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Restoring Butterfly Habitat at Terra Vista
- Type: Article
Citizen scientists monitoring butterflies at the Terra Vista Natural Study Area provide important data for the habitat restoration team.
Glacier National Park
Waterton-Glacier BioBlitz! A Fun-filled Day of Hands-on-Science
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During the summer of 2017, the CCRLC hosted two BioBlitz events: the Waterton-Glacier Mushroom BioBlitz and the Waterton-Glacier Butterfly BioBlitz. Nearly 150 participants joined in helping resource managers gather data on the diverse array of fungus and butterfly species found in Glacier National Park.
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The Inventory and Monitoring Division explored the effects of the Cameron Peak and East Troublesome Fires on trout, their habitat, and their food sources in Rocky Mountain National Park. The results show that high-elevation trout are resilient, providing valuable insight for park managers making conservation decisions.
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War in the Pacific National Historical Park is working to protect Guam’s biodiversity by managing invasive species like brown tree snakes and little fire ants while safeguarding native wildlife, including the endangered Guam tree snail. A recent study assessed the park’s Guam tree snail population, providing essential data to inform conservation efforts aimed at restoring the island’s fragile ecosystem.
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The Columbia Sensitive Resource Zone in Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a case study in trying to find a sustainable balance between resource conservation and recreation. Learn more about the sensitive resource zone and how park visitors can engage in shared stewardship.
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When the howling started in predawn darkness, natural sound recordist Jacob Job signaled to his research assistant to stop. Wolves. Cold and crouched in snow in the remote backcountry of the park with microphones and recording gear to the ready, the Colorado State University (CSU) scientists waited and listened. Silence. Then … the stealthy sound of crunching footsteps approaching.
Natural Resource Stewardship and Science Directorate
Teaming Up for Science
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A new partnership began in October 2021 and supports science and stewardship activities that benefit both parks and their local communities. Over the next five years parks and their communities will collaborate to identify and address their scientific priorities. Projects in the first year will focus on water quality, marine biodiversity, and preservation of night skies.
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The Inventory and Monitoring Division funded a project to study wetland habitats in Dinosaur National Monument, exploring their locations, conditions, and ecological roles. Data from this project will inform park management decisions and future updates to water rights.
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Researchers undertook a major effort to document plant communities in Death Valley National Park, producing its most detailed vegetation map to date. This map enhances understanding of the landscape and aids conservation efforts.
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At Cuyahoga Valley National Park, an inventory of streams and their inhabitants is helping park managers understand and protect these vital waterways. The study revealed that most streams in the park are in good condition with minimal habitat damage. For the few streams facing challenges, conservation and restoration initiatives will help restore them to high ecological quality.
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At Cuyahoga Valley National Park (NP), a rare plant inventory funded by the Inventory & Monitoring Division is helping park managers understand and protect the park’s hidden ecological gems. Researchers identified 98 rare plant species during this inventory.
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area
Peddocks Island
- Type: Place
One of the largest islands in Boston Harbor, Peddocks Island is a geographically diverse island, containing ponds, marshes, and forests. It is most well known for its military installation, Fort Andrews, which served primarily as a training and staging area for soldiers going during World War I.
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National park visitors are using mobile-friendly platforms like iNaturalist to collect valuable data on biodiversity. Their observations help park managers monitor and respond to emerging threats, from stinknet in Saguaro National Park to the hemlock woolly adelgid in Acadia.
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National parks play a central role in protecting biodiversity. Amphibians—the frogs, toads, and salamanders are some of the most fascinating, sensitive, and threatened species on our planet. A new study shows that national parks are home to some of the most diverse communities of amphibians in the US. Read about amphibian biodiversity hotspots in parks and NPS actions to protect these animals in this article.
Yellowstone National Park
The Land Tells the Story
- Type: Place
- Type: Article
At Big Thicket National Preserve in Texas, the presence of bats yields several ecological benefits while roost trees offer the vital havens they need to thrive. Researchers conducted a species inventory to assess the bat population and health of their preferred habitat. Two at-risk species— Rafinesque’s big-eared bat and southeastern myotis, require old-growth wetland forest habitats with hollow trees for survival.
Blue Ridge Parkway
James River TRACK Trail for Kids
- Type: Place
The TRACK Trails at the James River Developed Area offer two short trail options for a family hiking adventure.
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area
A New Species of Fungus Discovered at World's End
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A glimpse at the newly discovered species of fungus quietly thriving on a peninsula of the Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park & perspective from the park fungi junkie who studies it.