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Lynn Bremner is an expert on desert topics and one of the founders of DesertUSA.com, where she authors the blog Desert Road Trippin'. She writes about the flora and fauna of the desert, destinations, experiences, road trips, geology, prospecting, desert culture, history, and desert lore. Lynn also authors the Ideas to Life Blog, focusing on AI content creation. A published author, she has written articles about polo, golf, and various other subjects.

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NPS and USDA Forest Service seek public input on proposed guidance for managing climbing, protecting natural and cultural resources in wilderness areas

 The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service and the Department of the Interior’s National Park Service (NPS) are seeking public input on proposed guidance that would guide agency personnel in managing climbing opportunities on national forests, grasslands and parks. The public is invited to provide input on both agencies’ guidance through Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024.  Climbing […]

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Grand Canyon Waterline Project

Grand Canyon: Modified Transcanyon Waterline construction related-closures

he National Park Service is announcing modified closures to support the Transcanyon Waterline construction project.  New closure areas include:   The following closures remain unchanged: The construction areas and schedule are subject to change and visitors are encouraged to check the park’s website for the current operational status. Intermittent trail delays of up to 30 minutes in the

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Luminarias de Abo, New Mexico

The Largest Luminaria Event in Central New Mexico Returns December 2nd

Enjoy a magical evening celebrating holiday traditions among the historic remnants of Abó at Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument. Sponsored by the Friends of Salinas Pueblo Missions, Luminaria de Abó is scheduled for December 2, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM when more than 1,000 traditional luminarias will set the landscape aglow. In the unlikely

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Free Admission for Military Community to 144 Park Units in Honor of Veterans Day

In celebrating the service of U.S. military veterans, California State Parks is offering free admission to 144 select state parks on Veterans Day, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023.  “State Parks recognizes the many sacrifices members of our nation’s military and their families have made and continue to make in the service of their country,” said California

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Hiker in Devil's Garden, Arches National Park

NPS seeks public input to help improve visitor experiences at Arches National Park

Informed by two years of pilot timed entry, Arches National Park is seeking public feedback about visitor experiences and long-term strategies for visitor access. From now through December 1, 2023, the public is invited to share their comments. Input received from this process will be used to inform strategies for the future. Visitation to Arches

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