Head Of Yosemite Park Steps Down In Wake Of Hostile Work Environment Claims
The National Park Service "acted to move Don Neubacher from his role" as it carries out an investigation, a spokesman says.
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In Maine, Land From Burt's Bees Co-Founder Is Declared A National Monument
Roxanne Quimby donated nearly 88,000 acres of land — once used to harvest timber for paper mills — to the federal government. Now it's the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument.
Life In The Park: Finding Meaning In Park Service Work
For many National Park Service employees, the pay is seasonal and not great. The hours can be long and tedious. But for many, there's a big payoff in dedicating their days to nature.
How Reddit Helped Find A Graffiti Artist Who Defaced National Parks
When a serial graffiti artist left her mark around national parks, hiking and nature lovers took to Reddit to find the vandalizer. The culprit was recently sentenced and banned from federal lands.
Code Switch Podcast, Episode 2: Being 'Outdoorsy' When You're Black Or Brown
On this episode, Shereen and Adrian take a look at why being "outdoorsy" can get complicated when you're a person of color in America.
Long A Symbol, Stonewall Inn May Soon Become Monument To LGBT Rights
President Obama may use his executive authority to declare the site of the Stonewall riots in New York City as the first national monument dedicated to the struggle for LGBT rights.
PHOTOS: Touring The National Parks ... All 59 Of Them
This summer, the National Park Service turns 100. Two friends are celebrating the occasion by visiting every single park — in 59 weeks. Justin Regan of member station KNAU spoke with the duo.
National Parks Have A Long To-Do List But Can't Cover The Repair Costs
Parks are expensive for obvious reasons: Visitor centers need displays, and roads need repairs. But there's also upkeep of the Grand Canyon's sewage operations and of Independence Hall's sprinklers.
Long Lines, Packed Campsites And Busy Trails: Our Crowded National Parks
Overcrowding is one of the biggest challenges facing the National Park Service, and as the agency prepares to turn 100, another record-breaking year is predicted.
Oil Boom Means Sky Watchers Hoping for Starlight Just Get Stars, Lite
Light pollution has increased by 500 percent at Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota, thanks to nearby oil fields. Stargazers and oilmen are working together to find a solution.