#national-park-service

#national-park-service

The National Park Service showcases creativity and humor through clever April Fools' Day pranks, engaging visitors despite funding issues.

Joshua Tree National Park will raise reservation fees starting December 1, with general admission price increasing to $20.

The cherry blossom peak bloom is expected March 28-31, despite ongoing construction impacting viewing at the Tidal Basin.

Cherry blossoms in D.C. peaked briefly on March 28, affected by a recent storm, yet similar displays can be found nationwide.

The National Park Service removed references to transgender people from the Stonewall National Monument webpage, triggering outrage and concern over erasing trans identities.

Former National Park Service employees are challenging the erasure of transgender stories from public records through an initiative called Rangers Uncensored.

Protests erupted at Stonewall National Monument after the National Park Service removed references to transgender individuals from its website.

NPS removed 'transgender' and 'queer' from Stonewall National Monument webpage, limiting the discussion of LGBTQ+ identities.

A wildfire named Marl has started in San Bernardino County, California, with containment status and cause still unknown.

The Navy Fire has been burning for six months with no containment or known cause.

The Tunnel Fire in Marin County has been burning for over two months with no containment updates.

The Ramirez Fire in Los Angeles County remains a concern with an unknown containment status and cause.

The Alexander Fire has been burning for six months with no known containment or cause.

The Great Meadow Fire in San Francisco County has been ongoing since August 3, with no containment or cause details available after four months.

Displaying the U.S. flag upside down signifies dire distress and was used by Yosemite staff to protest job cuts.

Recent federal firings impacted around 1,000 probationary National Park Service employees, including essential staff like Yosemite's locksmith.

Yosemite National Park faces severe staffing shortages due to federal hiring freezes and job offer rescinds, threatening its operational capacity during peak seasons.

Visitors are expressing concern over National Park Service job cuts by displaying an upside-down American flag at Yosemite's El Capitan.

Yosemite National Park is delaying summer campsite reservations due to staffing shortages linked to a hiring freeze.

Rock Creek Park serves local communities primarily and is managed by superintendent Brian Joyner, who has a background in history and writing.

The Aviator Sports indoor facility will close in mid-April due to contract expiration, but outdoor activities may continue until fall 2025.

Transgender references were removed from a National Park Service webpage about the Stonewall Uprising, erasing key transgender activists from LGBTQ+ history.

Federal judge dismissed part of lawsuit against National Park Service's cashless policy but allowed for amendment.

Job cuts to the National Park Service exemplify disconnection from conservation efforts and the importance of dedicated employees like Elliot Lozano.

The historic ranching legacy at Point Reyes is ending due to environmental concerns, affecting local ranchers' identities and livelihoods.

Drakes Beach is closed for the elephant seal breeding season to ensure the safety of both the seals and the public.

The reduction of the federal workforce at land management agencies threatens maintenance and accessibility of public lands.

The National Park Service is proposing significant fee increases for private boating permits on the Colorado River, sparking debate among enthusiasts.

The Holter Ridge Pile prescribed burn in Humboldt County aims to reduce wildfire risks through controlled fire management.

Prescribed fires, like Whiskeytown Parkwide Piles, are essential for wildfire prevention, aiding in the management of forest lands.

Prescribed fire is an effective wildfire prevention method to reduce risks of catastrophic wildfires.

The Whiskeytoen Admin Piles prescribed burn aims to prevent future wildfires through controlled methods on federal land in Shasta County.

A joy rider caused significant damage to rare plants in Death Valley National Park, prompting concerns from park officials about environmental protection.

Illegal driving at Eureka Dunes has caused significant damage to endangered plant life, prompting a strong response from park officials.

Resource advisors are vital in managing wildfires amidst climate change, protecting key ecological and cultural resources.

Prescribed fires like Whiskeytown Admin Piles are vital for wildfire risk management.

A new wildfire, the Tepee Fire, has erupted in Mariposa County, California, with unknown containment and cause, prompting monitoring by authorities.

The Chiquito Fire in Madera County has been burning for 88 days and was likely started by natural causes.

A new wildfire named Pinnacles is burning in San Benito County, California, with unknown containment and cause.

A new wildfire, Lodge Fire, has begun in Mariposa County, California, with its containment status and cause currently unknown.

The Bear Fire has been reported in San Benito County with no current containment information or cause established.

The Abbotts Fire has been ongoing for six months with no information on containment or cause.