Map Lists 1,492 National Park Service Projects as “Low Priority”
A map identifies 1,492 National Park Service projects labelled low priority. What that status means for maintenance, safety and visitor services.
East Potomac Park: What the Filing Says About Up to 529 Trees
An Interior Department filing identifies up to 529 trees for possible removal at East Potomac Park. Here is what is known about the legal dispute.
Cumberland Island Land Exchange Proposal: What the NPS Plan Would Do
A proposed exchange of federal and private land on Georgia’s Cumberland Island is open for public comment until 16 October, putting a long-running question
Grand Canyon flash flood recovery yields human remains near Crystal Rapid weeks later
Search crews working at Grand Canyon National Park have recovered a third set of human remains near Crystal Rapid, weeks after a deadly flash
South Africa Loses 103 Rhinos in 2025: National Parks Targeted as KwaZulu-Natal Sees 72% Drop
Rhino poaching in South Africa remains stubbornly high despite conservation efforts. In the first three months of 2025, poachers killed 103 rhinos, averaging 34.3 per month—virtually unchanged from 2024’s monthly average of
Govind Tekale
700 Koalas Shot by Helicopters in Victoria’s Budj Bim After Bushfires Wreck Critical Wildlife Habitat
Around 700 koalas have been shot from helicopters in Victoria’s Budj Bim National Park, sparking intense debate about wildlife management in Australia. The Victorian government defends the action as necessary to prevent
Rahul Somvanshi
National Park Service Cuts 1,000 Jobs; Visitor Delays, Closures Ensue
Recent staff cuts at the National Park Service (NPS) have triggered a chain reaction affecting both visitors and park operations. Approximately 1,000 employees were laid off in February as part of the
Yosemite Tribes Seek Traditional Plant Gathering Rights: Public Input Ends February 12, 2025
Seven tribes with deep roots in Yosemite National Park are working to restore their practice of gathering plants within park boundaries. The Bridgeport Indian Colony filed this historic request in August 2022,
Yellowstone Study Reveals Seven Magma Chambers, Largest Shifts Northeast, Eruption Risk Low
Scientists have discovered important changes happening deep beneath Yellowstone National Park, home to one of the world’s largest volcanoes. These findings help us better understand the volcanic system beneath the park. Key
Lake Mead’s 824 Miles of Illegal Roads: $8.66M Project Targets Damage to 81,000 Acres and Shrinking Water Levels
The once-pristine desert landscape surrounding Lake Mead now bears the scars of 824 documented miles of unauthorized vehicular paths, with aerial surveys suggesting this number could be double that amount. These calculations
Karmactive Staff
Quebec’s 16,061-Square-Kilometer Nibiischii National Park Protects 15 At-Risk Species in Cree-Led Conservation of Boreal Forest Habitat
Quebec’s boreal ecosystem gained 16,061.5 square kilometers of protected habitat through Nibiischii National Park, Quebec’s 28th national park and first to operate under Cree management south of Nunavik. The protected area, located
Arches National Park: An Ode to Earth’s Enduring Elegance
Arches National Park: A Majestic Marvel of Natural Artistry Nestled in the heart of Utah, Arches National Park is a wonderland etched in sandstone, boasting a diverse range of geographical marvels. Its
Anaconda Alert: Invasive Slithering Threat Infests the Everglades, Florida.
Invasive Giants: A Predatory Problem The landscape of South America’s tropical rainforests is starkly different from Florida’s Everglades, yet, it appears a significant link has been forged between the two: the introduction
Theodore Roosevelt National Park: An Untamed Eden in the North Dakota Badlands
In the rough tumble of North Dakota’s badlands, you’ll find an off-the-beaten-path haven for outdoor enthusiasts: Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Shaped by the elements and teeming with a startling variety of wildlife,