News from February 2023
Town Loop trailhead in Fayetteville temporarily closes for gas well plugging
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
A private gas well located in the parking lot for the Park Loop trail in New River Gorge National Park and Preserve will be plugged during the week starting February 26, necessitating a closure of the area for approximately seven days.
Second busiest year ever recorded at Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 2022
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
Great Smoky Mountains National Park experienced its second busiest year ever in 2022 with 12,937,633 visits.
Acadia National Park Investigates Recent String of Vandalism Incidents
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS) is investigating vandalism on the Spring, South Ridge Penobscot, Penobscot East and Deer Brook hiking trails in Acadia National Park.
Temporary Closures for Peregrine Nesting
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
The established climbing management areas identified below are closed to all public use from March 1, 2023 to July 15, 2023 to protect peregrine falcon nesting aeries.
Temporary closures set for peregrine falcon nesting in Acadia National Park
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
To provide peregrine falcons adequate space for nesting, the National Park Service will temporarily close areas including Jordan Cliffs Trail, Precipice Trail, and Valley Cove Trail in Acadia National Park on March 1 until further notice
March 2023 Notice of Flight Operations
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park announces flight operations for March 2023
Solitude with 1,100,000
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
Over 1,100,000 people visited Death Valley National Park last year. People can find solitude by choosing when to visit, and where to hike.
National Park Service and National Forest Service facilities near Cheyenne, Oklahoma closed following severe storm
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
The shared headquarters and maintenance complex for Washita Battlefield National Historic Site and Black Kettle National Grasslands is closed due to severe storm damage.
New National Park Service report finds shifts in visitation patterns
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
The National Park Service 2022 Visitation Report released today shows visitation to America’s national parks continued to rebound toward pre-pandemic levels.
Assateague Island National Seashore announces park Superintendent's and Safety Awards
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
We are pleased to announce the winners of the annual Assateague Island Superintendent’s Award, and the Assateague Island Safety Award.
Fort to Celebrate the Life and Legacy of March Haynes with Free Special Event
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
Join us on Saturday, March 4th as we celebrate the life and legacy of March Haynes, a 19th century Savannah freedom fighter.
Prescription Burn in Bill's Hill 2023
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
Canaveral National Seashore and the Atlantic zone Fire Management staff with assistance from Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge are looking to implement a prescribed burn in the Bill’s Hill area of the seashore, south of Oak Hill, for the week of February 27th depending on conditions, resource availability, and local approval.
NPS to host virtual information meeting on the George Washington Memorial Parkway rehabilitation project
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS) invites the public to learn more about the rehabilitation of the northern section of the George Washington Memorial Parkway at a virtual public information meeting on March 8 at 7 p.m.
Northwest Arctic Heritage Center transitions to wind energy.
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS) transitioned to wind energy at their largest facility in the Arctic, the Northwest Arctic Heritage Center
Cape Hatteras National Seashore announces public comment period for plan to build multi-use pathway in Buxton
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) invites public review and comments on an environmental assessment (EA) for the construction of a new multi-use pathway along Lighthouse Road, in the Seashore’s Hatteras Island District.
Archeology & Hidden Histories Uncovered on Jamestown Island
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
On the shores of Jamestown Island aboard a vessel of the same name, The James Town, enslaved Africans arrived in Virginia from the island of Barbados.
Pea Ridge National Military Park Announces 161st Anniversary Events
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
Pea Ridge National Military Park will commemorate the 161st anniversary of the Battle of Pea Ridge on Saturday, March 4, 2023, with musket and artillery programs, living history talks, guided interpretive hike to Clemens field, and original artwork from local artist Dan Hoffbauer in the park visitor center.
Fatality at Arches National Park
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
On the afternoon of February 24, 2023, a 71-year-old male from Massachusetts was hiking in Arches National Park with his wife and son.
Hovenweep National Monument Celebrates Centennial Year
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
Hovenweep National Monument kicks off its centennial year with a birthday party on Thursday, March 2, 2023.
National Park Service announces $85.15 million in Historic Preservation Fund grants to states and Tribes
By Press release submission | Feb 28, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS) today announced the distribution of $85.15 million in historic preservation grants with $23 million to Tribal Historic Preservation Offices (THPO) and $62.15 million to states, territories, and partnering nations.
