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Saguaro National Park March 2016 Guided Programs Schedule

Saguaro National Park is offering a variety of hikes and talks this fall that explore the park’s wonderful natural and cultural histories. Program listings also are available on the park’s website, www.nps.gov/sagu, or visit us on Facebook. Interpretive programs are free, but park entrance fees apply. Program schedules are subject to change; visitors should call

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Mesa Verde National Park Accepting Applications for Bicycle Rental Operation Commercial Use Authorization

Mesa Verde National Park Superintendent Cliff Spencer today announced that the park will begin accepting applications for a commercial use authorization (CUA) for bicycle rental operations on Wetherill Mesa in Mesa Verde National Park. https://www.nps.gov/meve/learn/news/16_08_applications_for_bicycle_operation.htm Source:: Mesa Verde National Park Accepting Applications for Bicycle Rental Operation Commercial Use Authorization       

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Mesa Verde National Park Accepting Applications for Bicycle Rental Operation Commercial Use Authorization

Mesa Verde National Park Superintendent Cliff Spencer today announced that the park will begin accepting applications for a commercial use authorization (CUA) for bicycle rental operations on Wetherill Mesa in Mesa Verde National Park. https://www.nps.gov/meve/learn/news/16_08_applications_for_bicycle_operation.htm Source:: Mesa Verde National Park Accepting Applications for Bicycle Rental Operation Commercial Use Authorization       

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Mesa Verde National Park February Moonlight Snowshoe & Ski Cancelled

Due to the recent warm temperatures and melting snow conditions, Mesa Verde National Park is canceling the February 20th Moonlight Snowshoe and Ski event. https://www.nps.gov/meve/learn/news/16_07_february_moonlight_snowshoe_ski_cancelled.htm Source:: Mesa Verde National Park February Moonlight Snowshoe & Ski Cancelled       

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Mesa Verde National Park February Moonlight Snowshoe & Ski Cancelled

Due to the recent warm temperatures and melting snow conditions, Mesa Verde National Park is canceling the February 20th Moonlight Snowshoe and Ski event. https://www.nps.gov/meve/learn/news/16_07_february_moonlight_snowshoe_ski_cancelled.htm Source:: Mesa Verde National Park February Moonlight Snowshoe & Ski Cancelled       

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Volcanic spires and Joshua trees: Obama protects 1.8 million acres in California’s desert

The LA Times reported today, “President Obama designated three new national monuments in the California desert Thursday, expanding federal protection to 1.8 million acres of landscapes that have retained their natural beauty despite decades of heavy mining, cattle ranching and off-roading….Concern over the long-term health of the deceptively delicate terrain spurred Obama to designate the

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