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Press Release Yellowstone Park Advocates Celebrate an Important Step Forward for Yellowstone Bison A 2023 national poll released by NPCA found that 91% of Americans support restoring healthy bison herds in Yellowstone and other national parks.
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Press Release Japanese American and National Park Groups Infuriated by Biden Administration’s Decision to Mar the Sanctity of Minidoka National Historic Site “This decision flies in the face of this administration’s commitment to protecting cultural landscapes" -- NPCA's Vice President of Government Affairs Kristen Brengel
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Press Release Innovative Timed-Entry System Now a Permanent Fixture at Rocky Mountain National Park “After the park’s visitation increased by nearly 50% over the last decade, innovative and thoughtful action was needed. Park leadership delivered, with a final plan that is adaptive over time, transparent, and built in community, alongside advocates, Estes Park and Grand Lake leaders, and all who care about this national park and Colorado treasure.”—Tracy Coppola, NPCA's Colorado Program Manager
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Press Release New Polling Confirms Floridians’ Tremendous Support for Everglades Restoration, Florida National Parks Polling from Florida Atlantic University and NPCA indicates that Floridians overwhelmingly support national parks, Everglades restoration efforts, and climate change solutions.
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Press Release Parks Group, Community Leaders Welcome Department of Interior Leadership, Discuss Monumental Expansion to Joshua Tree and Chuckwalla Landscape Protection “We have the chance to make Joshua Tree National Park whole again. I was born and raised in the California desert. Protecting this landscape is a part of who I am." – Luke Basulto, NPCA's California Desert Program Manager
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Press Release Legal Victory Speeds Protection Decision for Rare Ghost Orchid NPCA's Melissa Abdo: "Today's legal victory is a step in the right direction, and we hope that the Fish and Wildlife Service makes the scientifically sound final decision to list this enigmatic orchid species.”
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Press Release Stop Carp Coalition Celebrates $12 M Investment for Protecting Minnesota Waterways, National Parks "We now have new tools to fight these invaders, and we’re thrilled to see the state step up with funding to help keep them out." -- NPCA's Christine Goepfert
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Press Release National Parks Conservation Association and Nature Valley Announce New Campaign to Increase Access to Nature Supported by Nature Valley’s most recent donation to the National Parks Conservation Association, NPCA and Nature Valley are furthering efforts to preserve the land that comprises the Rim of the Valley in Los Angeles, California.
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Press Release Wondery Outdoors Recognized by National Parks Conservation Association with National Park Defender Award NPCA names partner recipient of annual award in honor of commitment to national park protection.
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Press Release Conservation Groups Defend Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni National Monument, Antiquities Act “The Antiquities Act has been a bedrock conservation law for over a century, protecting cultural and historic treasures and iconic landmarks like Grand Canyon National Park. With the courts repeatedly affirming its authority, we are proud to defend Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni – Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument.” – Sanober Mirza, NPCA's Arizona Program Manager
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Press Release Conservation Groups Welcome the Return of the Grizzly to the North Cascades "Today marks a triumph for park wildlife with grizzly bears returning home to North Cascades National Park. The decision to restore the grizzly bear is a testament to America’s courage to give one of our wildest animals the freedom to rebound." –Theresa Pierno, NPCA's President and CEO
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Press Release Parks Group Joins Biden-Harris Administration’s Partnership to Conserve and Restore America’s Waterways “Clean water is the lifeblood of our parks. From the wildlife and communities that surround our parks to the millions of visitors that explore them every year, cleaner water is a result of all of us speaking up and putting in the work." -- NPCA's Chad Lord
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Press Release Park Advocates and Community Leaders Celebrate Victory for Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve In historic move, Secretary Haaland announced that the Bureau of Land Management intends to halt proposed Ambler industrial mining road through the Brooks Range of Northwest Alaska.
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Press Release National Parks Benefit from Public Lands Rule, Ushering in Stronger Conservation Stewardship “Across the West, people are rallying behind more conservation for the places we love—the desert landscapes, the sandstone vistas, the sagebrush steppe and the wildlife that thrives there. The impact of the Public Lands Rule goes beyond BLM-managed lands, benefiting 80 neighboring national parks and countless communities."– Matthew Kirby, NPCA's Senior Director for Energy and Landscape Conservation
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Press Release Commonsense update of oil and gas leasing protects parks and public lands “This long-overdue update shows a commitment to balancing conservation with oil and gas leasing on public lands, better prioritizing the protection of our national parks from the relentless encroachment of fossil fuel development." –Beau Kiklis, NPCA's Senior Program Manager of Energy and Landscape Conservation
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Press Release Conservation Groups Secure Settlement to Protect Glen Canyon, Shaping Motorized Vehicle Use Management “Known for its iconic sandstone cliffs, exquisite dark skies and preserved natural soundscapes, the Orange Cliffs area is a sanctuary within Glen Canyon. NPCA applauds this commitment from the National Park Service to propose protecting the rare tranquility of the area’s backcountry solitude and the extraordinary landscape found here." —Ernie Atencio, NPCA's Southwest Regional Director
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Press Release Parks Group Champions Legislation to Protect American History and Culture This bill would help equip the Park Service to continue to serve as some of America’s greatest storytellers, and protect our American legacy for generations to come.
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Press Release Parks Group Honors Public Lands Champions Senator Debbie Stabenow, Juan D. Martinez Pineda, and Alliance of National Heritage Areas All three awardees will be honored at the 2024 annual Salute to the Parks gala at the National Building Museum in Washington, DC.
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Press Release National Park Advocates Challenge Congress to Protect American History NPCA’s latest report reveals the National Park Service needs $250 million in new funding to hire more historians and safeguard cultural resources.
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Press Release Victory! Parks Group Wins Court Ruling on Marine Reserve Zone, Bringing Greater Protections for Biscayne National Park "Thanks to this ruling, national park advocates have a chance to restore this beautiful marine national park to its former glory.” -- NPCA Sun Coast Regional Director Dr. Melissa Abdo
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Press Release Proposed Haze Pollution Consent Decree Sets Schedule to Improve Visibility in National Parks and Wilderness Areas "From Acadia to Joshua Tree, parks will continue to suffer from hazy skies and unhealthy air until EPA ensures their protection.” - Ulla Reeves, Interim Director, NPCA's Clean Air Program
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Press Release National Park Service Identifies ‘Preferred Alternative’ to Restore Grizzly Bears to the North Cascades "The planned return of the grizzly bear to North Cascades National Park is a symbol of the power of perseverance” -- NPCA President and CEO Theresa Pierno
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Press Release Great Lakes Champion Crystal Davis Joins Parks Group to Lead, Expand Midwest Work “You have to know where you’ve been to know where you’re going,” -- Crystal Davis, NPCA's New Midwest Senior Director
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Press Release Parks Group Applauds Landmark Collaborative Tribal Management Plan to Protect Bears Ears National Monument “This landmark management plan is proof that through collaboration and elevation of voices traditionally underrepresented in public lands management, our country can preserve culturally important places and ecosystems while also balancing recreational opportunities." - Theresa Pierno, NPCA's President and CEO
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Press Release Yellowstone: Assessment Identifies 7 Priority Opportunities to Reduce Wildlife-Vehicle Collisions “The assessment lays exciting groundwork for establishing wildlife connectivity and ensuring pronghorn and other animals safely reach critical wintering grounds outside of Yellowstone National Park" - NPCA Volgenau Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem Fellow Pat Todd
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Press Release As Threats to National Parks Increase, President Biden Calls for More Funding and Staffing “It’s critical for Congress to follow the President’s lead and support a reinvestment in America’s national parks. We must reverse course now, and fast, before our parks are pushed into an even deeper financial hole." - Theresa Pierno, NPCA's President and CEO
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Press Release Parks Group Troubled by Looming Impacts of Budget Cuts on America’s National Parks Funding cuts will add to growing backlog of repair needs, further challenging strained park staff.
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Press Release NPCA Finds Air Pollution Harms 97% of National Parks Parks group releases 2024 report underscoring air pollution, climate threats and need for action
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Press Release National Park Service Announces Additional Projects to Prepare for Climate Change "It is clear that parks across this country must respond to the urgent need for action and infrastructure as we face more severe, intense climate disasters... Parks need sustained funding to prepare for the future so they can thrive, not just survive." --Chad Lord, NPCA's Senior Director of Environmental Policy and Climate Change
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Press Release New Cultural Trail Proposal Will Connect More People to the Pullman Story, Its Imprint on American History "The Pullman Cultural Trail offers opportunities to mix art and history in innovative ways that bring Pullman stories to life. This place continues to inspire all and NPCA is committed to seeing this vision through with our many community partners.”
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