#national-park-service

#national-park-service

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

California's national parks saw a 7% increase in visitors in 2024, reaching levels not witnessed since before the pandemic.

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

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

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

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

Yosemite National Park's reservation system for summer visits is currently pending approval, causing booking delays.

Cicely Muldoon, Superintendent of Yosemite, will retire after 40 years in the National Park Service.

Wawona Hotel in Yosemite National Park is closing indefinitely for assessments, following earlier fire-related closure.

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 new prescribed burn called 2025 Lnp Pile was initiated in Shasta County to reduce wildfire risks.

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

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

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.

Significant pipeline leaks at the Grand Canyon are disrupting hotel accommodations and prompting urgent water conservation efforts among residents and visitors.

A solo backpacker was found dead in Grand Canyon, highlighting dangers of remote hiking, with 14 fatalities at the park this year.

Grand Canyon National Park has experienced six deaths this month, emphasizing the dangers of hiking in extreme climates.

Chenoa Nickerson, missing after a flash flood in Grand Canyon National Park, was found deceased in the Colorado River after a comprehensive search effort.

The National Park Service is offering a lottery for 2026 extended self-guided rafting permits on the Colorado River in Grand Canyon National Park.

Vehicle fires, particularly from overheated brakes, are increasing in Death Valley, with six incidents reported this year, including a recent soft drink truck fire.

A harmful algae bloom in Death Valley caused the deaths of 11 wild burros, prompting concerns about water safety and wildlife management.

Emigrant Canyon Road in Death Valley National Park will close until early March for repairs after severe damage from 2023's Hurricane Hilary.

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.

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.

A new wildfire, Cedar Grove Site 62, was reported in Fresno County, California, with an unknown cause.

A new wildfire named Beach was reported in Mariposa County, California, with no current containment or identified cause.

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.

Flash flooding at Havasupai Reservation led to evacuations and one hiker missing, prompting extensive search efforts by local authorities.

The Ramsey Cascades Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park has reopened after a three-year renovation, enhancing safety and access for hikers.

Increased bee activity related to high temperatures prompted the closure of a campground in Joshua Tree National Park.

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

The Miami grotto mural by Chanler is set for restoration due to a National Park Service grant, preserving a significant piece of art history.

Vizcaya's delicate mural is deteriorating due to environmental factors, but conservation efforts are underway supported by significant funding.