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The National Park Service lets dogs earn official BARK Ranger badges at 150 park sites across America. Pups and their owners just need to follow four simple rules that help protect wildlife and keep everyone safe.
Tanzania's government is building a national water grid to bring clean water to every community, backed by major funding increases and new drilling equipment in every region. Three massive projects in Kiomboi alone will more than triple daily water production, serving 44,000 people.
After vanishing for 50 years, platypuses are breeding again in Australia's oldest national park. Scientists just found 20 individuals thriving in waters where the unique mammals once disappeared.
The National Park Service is recruiting skilled volunteer hunters to remove invasive hogs and nutria from parks in Georgia and Louisiana, saving taxpayers millions while protecting fragile ecosystems. This policy shift turns environmental damage into an opportunity for citizens to serve their public lands.
Rocky Mountain National Park, home to some of America's most stunning wilderness and diverse wildlife, turns 111 years old today. From its soaring 14,000-foot peaks to the headwaters of the Colorado River, the park remains a treasure protecting over 1,000 square kilometers of pristine landscape.
Students are listening to recordings from microphones hidden in national parks, helping rangers protect wildlife and improve your next visit. Over 20 years of nature's soundtrack is now guiding how parks manage everything from trails to endangered species.
After a massive bushfire scorched 40% of Deep Creek National Park in Australia, campsites and hiking trails are welcoming visitors back as nature begins its comeback. The park's iconic wildlife habitats are now the focus of a restoration effort to help kangaroos, echidnas, and over 100 bird species thrive again.
After devastating floods forced South Africa's iconic Kruger National Park to close in January, park teams are working around the clock to rebuild roads and reopen gates. Some areas are already welcoming visitors back, showing remarkable resilience just weeks after the disaster.
South Africa's iconic Kruger National Park just hit its 100th birthday, and the massive wildlife sanctuary is thriving with more large mammal species than anywhere else in Africa. The celebration included a historic agreement with seven local communities to share in the park's future success.
Tanzania is building an ambitious National Water Grid to connect its largest lakes and rivers, ensuring reliable water access for millions. The project could transform the nation's economic future by 2050.
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, five legendary national park campgrounds offer unforgettable ways to experience the natural wonders that have been protected for over a century. From Yosemite's towering cliffs to Acadia's rugged coastline, these spots sell out fast for good reason.
Europe's most stunning national parks are ditching car dependency and welcoming train travelers instead. From France's Mediterranean cliffs to Austria's alpine glaciers, these protected landscapes are proving that sustainable travel can be the easiest option.
Three of America's most popular national parks are removing their timed-entry reservation systems, making it easier for families to visit without advance planning. Arches, Glacier, and Yosemite will welcome spontaneous visitors this year.
America's national parks do more than inspire awe—they might actually extend your lifespan. New research shows these natural spaces deliver powerful physical and mental health benefits that reduce mortality risk.
Uganda just took a major step to protect its wildlife, with Cabinet approving five new national parks that will boost conservation and eco-tourism. The move strengthens Uganda's position as one of Africa's premier destinations for nature lovers.
Canada is waiving entry fees to all national parks, historic sites, and marine areas for nearly three months this summer. Visitors will also save 25% on camping and overnight stays from June through September.
Once ravaged by conflict and poaching, India's Manas National Park has transformed from a UNESCO danger list site to a thriving wildlife haven. The comeback story involves rescued rhino calves, reintroduced species, and communities choosing conservation over conflict.
Saudi Arabia just signed 25-year contracts to transform three national parks into world-class eco-tourism destinations. The move brings private investment to environmental conservation while creating new nature experiences across 21 million square meters of protected land.
Once nearly extinct with only four nests in Ohio in 1979, bald eagles now nest successfully in Cuyahoga Valley National Park, with 21 eaglets taking flight since 2007. The comeback story signals a dramatic ecological recovery for a valley once choked by heavy industry.
After years of closure and broken promises, Canberra's beloved Big Splash water park will reopen this November with slides intact. Even better: persistent community voices forced owners to find the right buyer instead of demolishing the site.
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