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Independent blog about U.S. #NationalParks, #NationalForests, #PublicLands & #Wildlife.

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National parks are more popular than ever and need adequate staffing to meet their mission and safely welcome millions of visitors. A hiring freeze would cause major disruptions as parks are starting to hire critical seasonal staff for the busy summer. whitehouse.gov/presidential-…
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One of our park visitors, Dayne Meyer, recently captured this short video clip of a bobcat walking along the entrance road with the dunes and San Luis Valley in the background. Please drive slowly on park roads to prevent collisions with wildlife.
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@DebHaalandNM9 Jan 2025
President Jimmy Carter always kept his moral compass toward helping people. His experiences—peanut farmer, growing up in the Jim Crow South and humble roots contributed to his leadership. He looked out for those who were often overlooked and lived a life full of love, community, and service. Our country and our world is better because of him.
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Planning to hit the gym as part of your New Year’s resolution? Take a tip from this playful polar bear: always stretch first! While gyms are bustling in January, consider exploring America’s public lands when they’re less packed and admiring the beauty of the great outdoors.
Resting polar bear lifts leg up and appears to be doing a yogi stretch. Photo by Richard Jobe.

ALT Resting polar bear lifts leg up and appears to be doing a yogi stretch. Photo by Richard Jobe.

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On this day in 1973, the Endangered Species Act was signed into law. For 51 years, it has helped preserve plants and wildlife for future generations. We are thankful for the species this law has helped recover and save— from the bald eagle to the island fox.
An island fox perches on a cliff, soaking in some sun. Photo by NPS.

ALT An island fox perches on a cliff, soaking in some sun. Photo by NPS.

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Today, we visited Manzanar NHS. Walking the grounds is simply sobering. If there is one thing I could impart to every American: visit & learn what really happened. After, I hope you will join me in this resolve: “Never again… not on my watch.” #FindYourPark #VisitCalifornia
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WATCH LIVE: Hawaii's Kilauea volcano spews glowing lava as eruption begins teapawt.net/i/broadcasts/1OdJrXWqD…
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Fall is in the air and so are the raptors! Yellowstone lies in the migration corridor traveled by many birds of prey. Use binoculars to scan the sky around Hayden Valley, Dunraven Pass, and Swan Lake Flats to witness these birds in action. Can you identify these fall migrators?
A large hawk, with a rich brown back and pale, streaked belly perches on the branch of a tree.

ALT A large hawk, with a rich brown back and pale, streaked belly perches on the branch of a tree.

Two small falcons with rusty brown backs, pale bellies, and slaty blue highlights perch on the branches of a tree.

ALT Two small falcons with rusty brown backs, pale bellies, and slaty blue highlights perch on the branches of a tree.

A large bird of prey with a rich brown back, white underside, and brown stripe through the eye perches on the branch of a tree.

ALT A large bird of prey with a rich brown back, white underside, and brown stripe through the eye perches on the branch of a tree.

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Our favorite part of fall is walking through spider webs and screaming every time. What’s yours? ⁣ ⁣
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Ahhhhhhhh, autumn. 😍 There’s a crispness in the air! We’re seeing all the signs of the autumn season: leaves changing color, bull elk bugling, raptors migrating, and temperatures dropping. Happy first day of fall! 🍂
a large bull elk bugling as it walks through a grassy area surrounded by fall-colored trees

ALT a large bull elk bugling as it walks through a grassy area surrounded by fall-colored trees

a large valley filled with golden-colored grasses and trees

ALT a large valley filled with golden-colored grasses and trees

a person backpacking on a dirt trail through an area that is dotted with red and gold colored vegetation

ALT a person backpacking on a dirt trail through an area that is dotted with red and gold colored vegetation

looking up into a stand of trees that are covered in gold-colored leaves

ALT looking up into a stand of trees that are covered in gold-colored leaves

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This Monday, staff from Yellowstone, the Wyoming Wetlands Society, and @ynpforever released 8 trumpeter swan cygnets as part of an ongoing restoration project to increase territorial pairs of swans which have undergone a decades-long decline in the park.
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Image from Yellowstone National Park (@YellowstoneNPS)
Image from Yellowstone National Park (@YellowstoneNPS)
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Spectacular in its beauty, the Headwaters Forest Reserve protects one of the most iconic forest species in northern California. These 7,542 acres feature magnificent stands of old-growth redwood trees that provide critical nesting habitat for threatened and endangered species.
When looking up, redwood trees stand tall towards the bright blue sky.

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The bison rut is in full swing. You may see males displaying their dominance by bellowing and sparring with other bulls. The winners earn the right to mate with receptive females. Bison are unpredictable. Use extra caution and give bison additional space during this time.
Cow bison next to a bull bison with his head up, mouth open, and lips pulled back; there are several large trees and other bison in the background

ALT Cow bison next to a bull bison with his head up, mouth open, and lips pulled back; there are several large trees and other bison in the background

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Grand Canyon. It never gets old. Please stay hydrated and avoid hiking between 10 am and 4 pm. Grand Canyon is under an excessive heat warning, and it will be very hot both on the rim and in the canyon over the weekend. bit.ly/3KzWWY2 #FridayFeeling
This image comprises two separate panels, both featuring the same individual with an expression of surprise and hands on their head. The top panel has a yellow background with text above that reads “Visiting Grand Canyon for the first time.” The bottom panel, identical in background and the person's expression, includes text above stating “Visiting Grand Canyon again.” The image highlights the unchanged shock or awe of the individual in both scenarios.

ALT This image comprises two separate panels, both featuring the same individual with an expression of surprise and hands on their head. The top panel has a yellow background with text above that reads “Visiting Grand Canyon for the first time.” The bottom panel, identical in background and the person's expression, includes text above stating “Visiting Grand Canyon again.” The image highlights the unchanged shock or awe of the individual in both scenarios.

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In a world of forks, be a spoonbill. 📸@EvergladesNPS
A Spoonbill, with wings spread, takes flight over Everglades National Park.

ALT A Spoonbill, with wings spread, takes flight over Everglades National Park.

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Happy American Wetlands Month! Not only are these highly productive and diverse ecosystems beautiful, but they also recharge groundwater, reduce flooding, supply clean drinking water, support wildlife and provide incredible recreational opportunities. Photo by Adam Jewell
The mountains surrounding St. Mary Lake at Glacier National Park reflect in a small, calm wetlands habitat full of large drift logs, thick mud and fresh green grass.

ALT The mountains surrounding St. Mary Lake at Glacier National Park reflect in a small, calm wetlands habitat full of large drift logs, thick mud and fresh green grass.

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Planning to visit @MountRainierNPS? Timed entry reservations for the Paradise Corridor & Sunrise Corridor in August open on May 1 at 8 am PT. Get ready! Check out Recreation.gov webpage/mobile app & create your account. More info: go.nps.gov/MORATimedEntry
Graphic with text on a blue background. Text reads: “Mount Rainier National Park 2024 Timed Entry. Paradise & Sunrise Corridors.” Below is a May 1 release dates on the left and corresponding reservation dates August 1-September 2 on the right highlighted by a gold box. Reservations open 8 am PT. Reservations are still available for earlier dates: Paradise Corridor May 24-July 31, Sunrise Corridor July 4-July 31 weekdays. Reservations at Recreation.gov. Information at nps.gov/mora.

ALT Graphic with text on a blue background. Text reads: “Mount Rainier National Park 2024 Timed Entry. Paradise & Sunrise Corridors.” Below is a May 1 release dates on the left and corresponding reservation dates August 1-September 2 on the right highlighted by a gold box. Reservations open 8 am PT. Reservations are still available for earlier dates: Paradise Corridor May 24-July 31, Sunrise Corridor July 4-July 31 weekdays. Reservations at Recreation.gov. Information at nps.gov/mora.

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“Well, you can tell by the way I use my walk⁣. I'm a ptarmigan, no time to talk...”
A series of images of a willow ptarmigan strutting across a snow packed landscape at Denali National Park and Preserve.

ALT A series of images of a willow ptarmigan strutting across a snow packed landscape at Denali National Park and Preserve.

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A huge new win for wildlife! BLM has issued a nationwide ban of M-44s aka “cyanide bombs”. These bombs have resulted in many unintended deaths of other wildlife. oregonwild.org/about/blog/bu…
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Many national parks have direct connections to the American military—there are dozens of battlefields, military parks, and historic sites that commemorate and honor the service of American veterans. #VeteransDay
Graphic showing an eagle flying over mountains and trees with the text, “Honoring all who served, Veterans Day, National Park Service.”

ALT Graphic showing an eagle flying over mountains and trees with the text, “Honoring all who served, Veterans Day, National Park Service.”

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