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Overrun by vehicles: Why Cape Hatteras’ birds and sea turtles need a break

May 6, 2010 By Andrea Imler

Tire prints on Cape Hatteras beach in North Carolina. Photo by Walker Golder.

Stretching over 64 miles of the Outer Banks of North Carolina from Bodie Island to Ocracoke Island, Cape Hatteras National Seashore has a rich history as our nation’s first National Seashore. Once known as the “Graveyard of the Atlantic,” the Seashore is famous for its tumultuous storms and currents that wreaked havoc on ships. Read more

Yellowstone opens to fewer — but still too many — snowmobiles

December 18, 2009 By Ben Beach

Snowmobiles in Yellowstone National Park. Photo by David Long.

The winter season at the world’s first national park has begun, and thanks to recent snowstorms, anyone dreaming of a white Christmas should be able to find it at Yellowstone. This time of year can be especially peaceful — at least if you manage to steer clear of the snowmobiles that roar through this national park (and nearby Grand Teton National Park). Read more

Bush's Final Days Demand Vigilance

November 6, 2008 By

Mountain biker. Photo by wordcat57, Courtesy of Flickr.

It feels like we are entering a new era for protecting America’s wild rivers, snow-capped mountains, canyon country, and other wilderness lands. It is about time. Read more