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Read a summary and get a link to a published journal article on denning duration of bears in the Brooks Range of Alaska: Deacy, W., M. S. Sorum, M. D. Cameron, G. V. Hilderbrand, D. D. Gustine, and K. Joly. 2025. Denning chronology in an Arctic brown bear population. Wildlife Biology e01420.
Nicodemus National Historic Site
St. Francis Hotel
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The St. Francis Hotel has lived many lives: first as a place of business operated by early settlers Zachary and Jenny Fletcher, then as private residence and restaurant of the Switzer family. The original two-story limestone structure was built in 1881 and was a successful hotel in Nicodemus. The Switzer family bought the building in 1921 and built several additions while they lived there.
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Experience the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum and discover historic boats, engaging exhibits, and all-ages programming that celebrate the Bay's history, environment, & culture. Watch skilled craftsmen in the working shipyard and enjoy scenic waterfront views. Located in St. Michael’s, this captivating destination invites you to explore the Chesapeake story through hands-on learning, world-class exhibitions, & on-the-water experiences. Your Chesapeake adventure begins here.
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The mission of preserving and protecting cultural sites goes hand-in-hand with preserving and protecting the landscape, and maintaining healthy and sustainable forests in the parks of the Northeast Region.
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Forest regeneration in the National Capital Region continues to slowly improve, especially in parks that manage their deer populations. A look at forest regeneration capacity based on monitoring data from 2024.
Grand Canyon National Park
Bright Angel Trailhead
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Bright Angel Trailhead is located just west of Bright Angel Lodge, Lookout Studio, and Kolb Studio. At 6,840 feet (2,085 m), it provides access for hikers and mules to many inner canyon destinations. From the Hermit Road Interchange shuttle bus stops, it is a short walk to the east, and up a hill, on a paved footpath to the trailhead. This winter, a number of trail closures (on parts of Bright Angel Trail) are in effect. Click on the link for details.
Colorado National Monument
Ute Canyon Trail (Colorado National Monument)
- Type: Place
Ute Canyon Trail can be accessed from above or below. The upper trailhead is on Rim Rock Drive and begins with a half-mile steep descent on switchbacks down to the canyon bottom. The lower access is from Wildwood Trailhead outside the Monument. Follow Liberty Cap or Corkscrew Trails up to the connection with Ute Canyon.
Chesapeake Bay
St. Clement’s Island Museum
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Discover the St Clement’s Island Museum where Maryland's founding story comes to life. Explore exhibits that highlight the rich history of the Piscataway People and early settlers. Stand on the historic island where the first English settlers landed in 1634, accessible by water taxi. Experience the beauty of the Potomac River and immerse yourself in the culture that shaped the Chesapeake Bay. Don’t miss the chance to learn and explore this unique site in St. Mary’s County.
Historical and Future Climate Patterns at Rocky Mountain National Park: Some Biological Implications
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Climate change has the potential to profoundly alter national parks, affecting plants, animals, and cultural resources. During this time of unusually rapid change, proactive management—planning ahead—has a better chance of success than reacting to crises after they arise. This article compares historical climate patterns at Rocky Mountain National Park with future projected conditions to help park managers proactively plan for climate change.
Chesapeake Bay
Woodend Nature Sanctuary
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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.
Valles Caldera National Preserve
Otero Cabin
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The Otero (Cupit) Cabin is the oldest standing log structure in the park, built back in 1915. The Oteros, who owned the land from 1899 to 1918, grazed sheep on the mountains and cattle and horses in the valleys. Frederico Otero lived there until 1917, but later occupants included staff working seasonally on the ranch. Names carved over the door frame include Danny, Shawn, and Nathan Cupit and are dated 1967 and 1977.
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As the San Francisco Bay Area Network coho and steelhead monitoring crew wraps up the 2024-2025 spawner season, we are looking back at one of the busiest winters since the beginning of this monitoring program! We observed increased coho spawning in all three creeks we monitor—Olema, Pine Gulch, and Redwood Creeks. Olema took the cake with the strongest cohort of all.
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This elephant seal breeding season, the single-day cow count peaked at 1,159 on 1/27, which is similar to last year’s peak count of 1,165. Pup counts were higher than the five-year average this season. This is likely due to the lack of strong storms this winter and thus high pup survival.
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The Gulf Coast I&M Network conducts vegetation monitoring fieldwork once every four years in each park. This article presents a brief project overview and key findings from the 2023 I&M vegetation monitoring event in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park (NHP), Texas, which was the second round of sampling for the park.
Grand Teton National Park
Jenny Lake Gateway to Wilderness
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Interpretive signs introduce the idea of "wilderness". As you head to the western side of Jenny Lake, the developed front country area slips away into an undeveloped, primitive world.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Restoring Butterfly Habitat at Terra Vista
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Citizen scientists monitoring butterflies at the Terra Vista Natural Study Area provide important data for the habitat restoration team.
Yellowstone National Park
Roosevelt Lodge
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From underground mycorrhizal networks to ultrasonic sound emissions and chemical signaling through the air. The plants and trees of the forest have a language and ability to communicate that science is only beginning to understand.
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Along Idaho’s U.S. Highway 26, National Park Service ecologists are enhancing the efficiency of sagebrush restoration and teaming up with a long-time partner of mankind: the mule.
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Motorized access to Yellowstone National Park during the winter season has been historically contentious, with continual concerns regarding potentially affected resources, including air quality. The culmination of the air quality monitoring aimed at understanding the impacts of OSVs in Yellowstone National Park provides an excellent example of how balancing policy and public interests can result in positive environmental impacts. NPS, Intermountain Park Science, 2025.