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New ‘EXPLORE Act’ Fixes Permit Issues for Filmmakers in National Parks

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On December 18, the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) and the National Press Photographers Association filed a lawsuit challenging the arbitrary and unconstitutional laws that require Americans to apply for a permit and pay costly fees before exercising their right to film in national parks. The lawsuit stemmed from when filmmakers Alexander Rienzie and Connor Burkesmith wanted to film in […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | December 23, 2024
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Videographers Sue NPS Over Denied Permits at Grand Teton National Park, WY

Picture three people standing next to each other in Yellowstone National Park. One’s an ordinary tourist, one’s a news reporter, and the third’s a documentary filmmaker. They’re all filming Old Faithful, using the exact same iPhone, and without disturbing anyone around them. Under federal law, the tourist and the reporter are doing nothing wrong. But the documentarian could face heavy fines, […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | December 18, 2024
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Mammut Partners with National Ski Patrol to Supply Ski Patrol Uniforms

Mammut, the global leader in mountain safety and outdoor equipment, is proud to announce a collaboration with National Ski Patrol (NSP), one of the largest organizations committed to safety and rescue education for the outdoor industry. This partnership marks a significant step forward in advancing mountain safety for skiers and ski patrollers across the nation and continues to support both […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | April 24, 2024
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National Park Service (NPS) Targets Increased Diversity With Female-Focused Hiring

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The National Park Service (NPS) has announced a seven-year initiative to focus efforts on hiring more women in law enforcement positions across the country. The NPS will be joining hundreds of law enforcement agencies in committing to increasing female representation in our law enforcement workforce by signing onto the 30×30 pledge, an initiative to advance the representation and experiences of […]

Avatar photo SnowBrains | November 3, 2023
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[UPDATE] 9,943′ Tioga Pass, CA, Now Open From East to Yosemite Entrance | Latest Opening in Over a Century

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On Thursday, July 13th, Caltrans District 9 opened State Route 120 Tioga Pass for the summer. The road was opened between Lee Vining and the eastern entrance to Yosemite Park at the pass’s summit, offering access to campgrounds, trails, and backcountry skiing. However, the park entrance remains closed at this time, and vehicles will not be able to drive into […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | July 17, 2023
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5 Reasons Why Bear Sightings are Increasing

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You may have noticed an increasing amount of bear sightings reported lately. There are five simple reasons for an increase in reported bear sightings. # 1 Yearling Season Early summer is usually a busy time for bear sightings as yearlings start moving out. Bears that were born last spring are now 18-month-old yearlings and are coming out of hibernation and […]

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Julia Schneemann | June 18, 2023
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Northern Portion of Yellowstone National Park Likely to Remain Closed for “Substantial Length of Time” Due to Severely Damaged Infrastructure: Limited Opening Possible Next Week

Historic flooding wreaked havoc in Yellowstone National Park earlier this week, forcing the park to evacuate all visitors and seal off entrances until the flood waters subsided. Well, now the rains have stopped and park crews are assessing the damage—it isn’t good. Aerial assessments conducted Monday, June 13, by Yellowstone show major damage to multiple sections of road between the […]

Avatar photo SnowBrains | June 17, 2022
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Your Guide to the National Parks

Your Guide to the National Parks by Michael Joseph Oswald is a powerful tool when it comes to planning a trip to any one of our nation’s 63 national parks. It’s got everything in there you’ll need—everything. The smooth reading guidebook is the most put-together, well-thought-out collection of knowledge about U.S. National Parks I’ve encountered. Oswald’s guide is aesthetically pleasing […]

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Martin Kuprianowicz | June 6, 2022
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VIDEO: National Parks Strained as Americans Visit in Record Numbers

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National Park Visitor Spending Contributed $28.6 Billion to US Economy in 2020

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The National Park Service yesterday announced that visitor spending in communities near national parks in 2020 resulted in a $28.6 billion benefit to the nation’s economy and supported 234,000 jobs. “The pandemic reminds us all of the importance of the outdoors not only to our economy but also to our health and wellness. We are excited to welcome visitors back outdoors […]

Avatar photo SnowBrains | June 11, 2021
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National Park Service Comments on “Troubling Trends” by Climbers on Denali, AK

This article originally appeared on NPS.org on May 27, 2021, courtesy of Denali Mountaineering Rangers  After a busy start to the week here in Talkeetna, we have taken some time to reflect upon some troubling trends that we have seen both from 2021 incidents and after speaking with climbers in the range. It has been two years since we’ve had […]

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Guest Author | June 2, 2021
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No Evidence of Fraud Found in Investigation of Woman’s 12-Day Disappearance in Zion National Park, UT

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Authorities found no evidence supporting fraud surrounding the investigation of Holly Suzanne Courtier, a 38-year-old woman who went missing for 12-days in Zion National Park, UT last year. Courtier’s disappearance went viral after Washington County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Sgt. Darrell Cashin found aspects of the story that did not add up. Courtier’s family set up a GoFundMe several days […]

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Dominic Gawel | March 17, 2021
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Man Found Alive 49 Days After Going Missing in the Grand Canyon, AZ

60-year-old Stephen Coleman of Portland, Maine, was last seen on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park on December 20th, 2020. He left his belongings with a friend before heading into the canyon, and he never returned to retrieve them. The National Park Service believed he was traveling alone into the canyon and is a transient in the Arizona area. […]

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Dominic Gawel | February 10, 2021
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National Park Service Announces Free Entry Days for 2021

Each year, the National Parks Service (NPS) announces a select number of days when admission fees to all United States National Parks are free. Here are the six days this year that are free: Monday, January 18th – Martin Luther King Jr. Day Saturday, April 17th – Beginning of National Park Week Wednesday, August 4th – First anniversary of the […]

Liam Abbott | January 11, 2021
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Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming Opens Today, December 15

It’s official! Yellowstone National Park will be opening today, December 15, for winter operations. If you are interested in going or are just wondering what there is to do in Yellowstone during the winter, here is what you should know. Yellowstone Winter Operations Yellowstone National Park does not allow vehicles to enter most of the park in the winter, making […]

Liam Abbott | December 15, 2020
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Want to Live in a Van, Travel to National Parks, and Receive Free Beer For $50k a Year?!?

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Michelob Ultra has just announced a new position opening… The beer company is officially looking for a new CEO – otherwise known as the Chief Exploration Officer. According to a statement released by the company, the position is a 6-month gig in which the CEO will tour U.S. National Parks in a state of the art van provided by Michelob. […]

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Spencer Cox | September 18, 2020
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National Parks Celebrate 104th Birthday Tomorrow By Waiving Entrance Fees

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Tomorrow, National Parks across the United States will celebrate 104 years of providing access to gorgeous and protected public lands. As such, to commemorate the National Park’s birthday, all parks will be waiving entrance fees for visitors. Related: Bipartisan Conservationism – The Great American Outdoor Act In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson signed legislation into law that created the National Park […]

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Spencer Cox | August 24, 2020
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NPS Announces Free Entrance Into All National Parks Every August 4th

Despite political differences, congress came together to pass the Great American Outdoors Act which was officially signed into law yesterday, August 4. This bi-partisan legislation will provide 900 million dollars annually for National Parks and ensure permanent funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund. This funding will primarily aid National Parks in completing a multitude of backlogged maintenance projects. […]

Spencer Cox | August 7, 2020
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Bipartisan Conservationism – The Great American Outdoor Act

Many United States National Parks may be seeing some sizeable and much-needed infrastructure improvements in the very near future. This is in large part thanks to the Great American Outdoor Act – a bill that was introduced by Colorado Senator, Cory Gardner. The bill would allocate up to 1.9 billion dollars annually for national parks to use on deferred maintenance […]

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Spencer Cox | July 3, 2020
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Bears, Bobcats, Coyotes: The Wildlife Takes Back Yosemite National Park

Courtesy of the coronavirus, Yosemite National Park is now closed, the campgrounds are empty, and the trails are absent of people. All that remains are its true inhabitants — the wildlife. RELATED: One of North America’s Rarest Mammals Spotted in Yosemite: The Sierra Red Fox Tourists aren’t allowed in California’s most popular national park as of March 20, but if […]

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