Nps news today

Here are some recent news stories related to the National Park Service (NPS):

Recent News

  1. National Park Service Celebrates 103rd Birthday: The NPS celebrated its 103rd birthday on August 25, 2022. The agency was established on August 25, 1916, when President Woodrow Wilson signed the National Park Service Organic Act. (Source: National Park Service)
  2. New National Park Service Director Appointed: On August 24, 2022, President Joe Biden appointed Charles Sams III as the new Director of the National Park Service. Sams has over 20 years of experience in conservation and natural resource management. (Source: The Hill)
  3. National Park Service Launches New Online Tool for Park Planning: The NPS has launched a new online tool called the "Park Planning Portal" to help the public engage in the planning process for national parks. The portal allows users to view and comment on park plans, as well as access park data and maps. (Source: National Park Service)
  4. Zion National Park Reopens After Flash Floods: Zion National Park in Utah reopened on August 23, 2022, after being closed for several days due to flash floods. The park was affected by heavy rainfall and flash flooding, which caused damage to trails and infrastructure. (Source: CNN)
  5. National Park Service Announces New Grants for Historic Preservation: The NPS has announced new grants for historic preservation projects in national parks. The grants will support projects that preserve historic buildings, landscapes, and cultural resources. (Source: National Park Service)

Upcoming Events

  1. National Park Service Centennial Celebration: The NPS will celebrate its 103rd birthday on August 25, 2022, with events and activities at national parks across the country.
  2. National Public Lands Day: National Public Lands Day is celebrated on September 24, 2022, and is a day to recognize the importance of public lands and the people who manage them.
  3. National Park Service's 2022 Volunteer Week: The NPS will celebrate its 2022 Volunteer Week from September 17-23, 2022, with events and activities at national parks across the country.

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