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Yosemite embodies the long war over US national park privatization

The Trump administration’s cuts to the National Park Service’s budget and staffing have raised concerns among park advocates and the public that the administration is aiming to further privatize the national parks.

The Conversation

Ancient shark discovered deep inside world's longest cave system

The National Park Service has announced another ancient shark discovery at Mammoth Cave in Kentucky. The latest find, named Macadens olsoni, had a unique curved row of teeth and lived around 340 million years ago.

LiveScience

Elon Musk's Giant Head Sculpture Makes Surprise Appearances In National Parks Saying 'Make America Wait Again'

According to a report, a 12-foot sculpture of Elon Musk‘s head has been popping up in various national parks across the U.S. this summer, bearing a political message.

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Yellowstone has been a ‘sacred wonderland’ of spiritual power and religious activity for centuries – and for different faith groups

Nearly 5 million travelers come to Wyoming to visit Yellowstone National Park each year, most in the summer months. They come for the geysers, wildlife, scenery and recreational activities such as hiking, fishing and photography.

The Conversation

Child airlifted to hospital after mountain lion attack on popular National Park trail

Park staff ‘dispatched the animal’

The Independent UK

Grand Canyon fire is new blow to Park Service hit by staff cuts - Roll Call

The wildfire that destroyed a Grand Canyon lodge this month was the latest blow to the National Park Service staffing and funding cuts.

Roll Call

Arizona governor tours wildfire destruction along Grand Canyon's North Rim

Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs has toured the destruction left by a wildfire along the Grand Canyon’s North Rim

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How a federal monument's new welcome center in Maine honors Native Americans

A new welcome center at the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument in Maine tells the story of the land from the perspective of its original inhabitants — the Native Americans who comprise the Wabanaki Confederacy

The Independent UK

Historic Grand Canyon Lodge reduced to rubble by devastating wildfires

A wind-whipped wildfire reduced the nearly century-old lodge to a skeleton of itself within hours

The Independent UK

When Was The Grand Canyon Lodge Built? Historic Landmark Burnt Down By Dragon Bravo Wildfire

The Grand Canyon Lodge was engulfed in flames because of the Dragon Bravo Wildfire. Authorities are now using an aggressive full suppression strategy to control the fire.

International Business Times UK

A hike for foreign hikers – Trump signs executive order to raise US National Park entry fees

The executive order instructs the National Park Service to charge higher entrance fees to visitors from abroad

Advnture

‘A dog cemetery would not be treated like this’: the fight to preserve Black burial grounds in the US

In the absence of federal oversight, Black communities band together to stave off development on historic resting places

The Guardian - US

Work gets underway on mega $8.5 million trailhead facelift at Grand Teton's much-loved Taggart Lake to improve accessibility

Ground has been broken on the two year project that will improve the visitor experience – but there's still $1 million to raise to get it finished

Advnture

Trump gets the OK to end protections for national monuments, from the Statue of Liberty to the Grand Canyon

President has taken steps to shrink monuments in the past, including Utah’s Bears Ears

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Bison gores man who got too close in Yellowstone national park

A 30-year-old from New Jersey sustained minor injuries in latest mishap involving tourists and wildlife

The Independent UK

Mystery after two hikers are found dead on remote island in Lake Superior’s Isle Royale National Park

Authorities hiked 11 miles overnight to find the victims’ bodies

Reason

A Runner Was Prosecuted for Unapproved Trail Use After the Referring Agency Called It 'Overcriminalization'

The case against Michelino Sunseri exemplifies the injustice caused by the proliferation of regulatory crimes—the target of a recent presidential order.

Advnture

Foreign hikers and campers could be forced to pay more to visit America’s national parks to help fund a $1 billion Trump-imposed budget cut

The National Park Service, which is already in crisis, has been asked to raise a further $90 million by surcharging foreign visitors

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The Independent UK

Superintendent of Oregon's Crater Lake National Park resigns, citing staffing cuts

The superintendent of Crater Lake National Park in Oregon has resigned, just months into the role

Roll Call

Interior eyes Land and Water Conservation Fund for maintenance - Roll Call

The Interior Department wants Congress to authorize use of the Land and Water Conservation Fund for maintenance.

Reason

The Gutting of the National Park Service

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The Guardian - US

Turmoil, resignations and ‘psychological warfare’: how Trump is crippling US national parks

As the administration slashes jobs and hobbles research, current and former workers say the mood inside US national parks – described as America’s ‘best idea’ – is bleak

Roll Call

Senate panel wary of states managing National Park sites - Roll Call

Interior Secretary Doug Burgum defended proposed cuts to his department's fiscal 2026 budget before a Senate panel on Wednesday.

Advnture

"Efforts to assist hikers may be delayed due to limited staff" - Grand Canyon trekkers warned not to rely on rescue teams after 74-year-old dies attempting 24-mile walk in extreme heat

The National Park Service has suffered thousands of job cuts to crucial services like search and rescue

The Guardian - US

This land is their land: Trump is selling out the US’s beloved wilderness

During the McCarthy era’s darkest days, public lands came under attack. History now repeats itself – and this may be the last chance to defend what’s ours

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