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The Complete Guide To The National Park Lodges

Submitted by Kurt Repanshek on May 4, 2012 - 1:10am
The Complete Guide to the National Park Lodges, 7th
Just in time for Mother's Day, as well as Father's Day, is the 7th edition of The Complete Guide To The National Park Lodges. Along with updates in the rundown on park lodges is the insertion of full-color images from lodges and settings in the national parks.

Mark Your Calendars: Spring For Glacier Fundraiser Set For May 18

Submitted by NPT Staff on May 3, 2012 - 1:01am
Trains once were the primary mode of transportation for visiting national parks in the West. The folks at the Glacier National Park Fund are paying homage to the railroads during their Spring For Glacier fundraiser later this month.

"Fall For Glacier" And Help The Glacier National Park Fund

Submitted by NPT Staff on April 25, 2012 - 1:04am
What are you doing September 6-9? If you're a fan of Glacier National Park, you should be planning to be in the park supporting the Glacier National Park Fund.

Coalition Of National Park Retirees Warns Of Congressional Overreach That Could Impact National Parks

Submitted by NPT Staff on April 19, 2012 - 1:57am
You can add the Coalition of National Park Service Retirees to the groups that are concerned about efforts by U.S. Rep. Rob Bishop to dismantle many of the nation's environmental laws in the name of border security.

Oil Exploration Creeping Up To Glacier National Park's Border

Submitted by Kurt Repanshek on April 5, 2012 - 1:29am
While a big deal was made several years ago when the outgoing Bush administration moved to allow energy exploration on the doorstep of some national parks in Utah, relatively little has been heard about oil drilling on the Blackfoot Reservation next to Glacier National Park.

Road Plowing In Glacier National Park Is Under Way

Submitted by NPT Staff on April 5, 2012 - 1:25am
It's time for the annual pool: When will the snowplows open the Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park end-to-end?

Study: Development Around National Parks Far Surpasses That In Other Parts Of The Country

Submitted by NPT Staff on April 2, 2012 - 1:10am
Development and population density around units of the National Park System greatly outpaces that occurring around other parts of the country, according to a Montana State University study.

App Review: Field Guide, Tips For Photographing The American Wilderness

Submitted by Kurt Repanshek on March 26, 2012 - 1:17am
In his first app for the iPad, national parks photographer Ian Shive explores how he captures the best expressions of the American wilderness and leaves you with some helpful tips that can help you hone your photographic skills.

How To Bag A Reservation In A National Park Lodge

Submitted by David and Kay Scott on March 25, 2012 - 1:41am
Although it can be quite difficult to get into a room at Old Faithful Inn, Many Glacier Hotel, Yosemite Lodge, and El Tovar during high season, there are ways to improve your chances of bagging a reservation at a national park lodge.

Visitors To Glacier National Park Warned To Stay Out Of Critical Winter Range For Wildlife

Submitted by NPT Staff on March 24, 2012 - 1:04am
Though spring is breaking out across many parts of the country, in the northern Rockies winter is still the norm, and in Glacier National Park visitors are being urged to let wildlife enjoy their winter range through mid-May.