Sunday, April 26, 2026

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Bighorn Sheep Hauled by Helicopter to Protect Populations

The Jackson herd has been living in the Grand Teton National Park area since the last ice age.

VIDEO: Man Rescued After Becoming Trapped in Quicksand in Zion National Park

Austin Dirks was hiking through Courthouse Wash when his leg broke through the sand, up to his ankle. The other foot got stuck up to the knee. 

900 Acres of Land Near Park Returned in Historic Land Deal

A Native American tribe that was displaced 175 years ago when Yosemite National Park was created is getting 900 acres of their land returned to them. 

Extremely Rare Lake Forms in One of the Driest Spots on Earth

Record November rainfall in Death Valley has allowed Lake Manly to reappear.

Betty Kellenberger, 80, is Oldest Woman to Complete Grueling Trail

Can we be like Betty Kellenberger when we grow up?

‘Banner Nesting Season’ for Rare Swans in National Park

This comes amid ongoing efforts to save Trumpeter swans, which were once nearly extinct in the Lower 48.

At 80, Man is Oldest to Finish Grueling Death Valley Ultramarathon

Bob Becker is officially the oldest runner to complete the Badwater 135, which goes from Death Valley to the top of Mt. Whitney.

Baby Bald Eagle Takes First Flight Despite Tremendous Challenges

The eaglet's father would take food from the nest to feed his other family just across the river in Wisconsin.

10 Rare California Condor Chicks Successfully Hatched

The endangered California condors are often seen soaring the skies over national parks like Zion and Grand Canyon.

The Famous ‘Fat Bear’ Live Cams are Coming Back!

The world famous Brooks Falls live cameras at Katmai National Park and Preserve are turning back on for the first time this season.

Groundbreaking Celebrates Trail Accessibility to Scenic Lake

A groundbreaking ceremony was held in Grand Teton National Park to launch the "Reimagining Taggart Lake project."