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Wildfires Heat Up Across the West - Archive
A firefighter walks through burning thorns
7/19/2016
Climate change increasing the number and severity of wildfires across the West.
Building History: Architecture in National Parks - Archive
The long rectangular Lincoln Memorial is lined with columns and lit with yellow lights against a dark blue sky.
7/11/2016
Many of the 412 locations in the National Park System include historic buildings that tell fascinating stories of the people who built them and how they were used. Check out this blog to see stunning examples of important architecture in national parks and find a site near you!
Hit the Road with 8 of America’s Best Drives - Archive
A two lane road twists and turns along a mountain path as the sun rises in the distance.
6/27/2016
This year, hit the road, take advantage of the scenic lookouts and pull-offs along the way and immerse yourself in some of the best views this country has to offer.
Changing Fear to Passion for the Great Outdoors - Archive
Two young men paddling a kayak across a lake in Alaska.
6/22/2016
Let me tell you about how I went from being afraid of the outdoors to working to connect my generation with nature.
America’s Public Lands Explained - Archive
Rolling mountain vistas and sun shining through a tree seen from a trail
6/13/2016
What’s the difference between a national park, national forest and national monument? We’re breaking down America’s public lands for you.
Be a Citizen Scientist for a Day - Archive
Devils Tower National Monument staff holds a porcupine to collect data during the park's bioblitz. Photo by National Park Service.
6/6/2016
Even if being a scientist isn’t your day job, there are lots of ways to contribute to scientific research and help make a difference on America's public lands.
10 of the Greatest #WildlifeWin Stories of All Time - Archive
A close up shot of a bald eagle looking at the camera.
5/17/2016
Since 1973, the Endangered Species Act has helped preserve vanishing plants and animals for future generations -- making it the ultimate tool in achieving a #WildlifeWin.
15 Facts About Our National Mammal: The American Bison - Archive
A bison and calf nuzzling noses.
5/9/2016
Explore 15 fun facts about the American bison, the new national mammal of the U.S.
Finding my culture meant finding my passion for nature - Archive
A young man and an older man on a boat moving across the water.
4/27/2016
I'm proud to be an Arctic Youth Ambassador. It gives a 19 year old like me the opportunity to voice my opinions and beliefs about my culture, and why it is important to spread the knowledge of who we really are.
Transcript from Secretary Jewell’s Twitter Q&A during National Park Week - Archive
trail, mountains, sun glowing in the trees
4/22/2016
Transcript of Secretary Jewell's Twitter Q&A for National Park Week. 
10 John Muir Quotes That'll Inspire You to Explore America’s Great Outdoors - Archive
A landscape of mountains, clouds and a rainbow.
4/13/2016
Now’s the perfect time to get outdoors and start exploring your public lands -- visit all national parks for FREE during National Park Week from April 16-24, 2016. Get inspired with a few of our favorite John Muir quotes. 
4 Wildlife Cams You’re Guaranteed to Love - Archive
two bald eagles with two eaglets
4/6/2016
Check out four amazing wildlife cams -- they’re sure to keep you riveted! 
$8.8 Billion Settlement Reached with BP Sets Stage for Important Restoration Work to Gulf of Mexico - Archive
Two pelicans released back into the wild.
4/5/2016
Michael Connor, Deputy Secretary, U.S. Department of the Interior
This settlement is a momentous step towards restoring the Gulf – bringing an unprecedented amount of funding dedicated to this iconic ecosystem.
Frontlines of Climate Change: U.S. Virgin Islands - Archive
beach
4/1/2016
The U.S. Virgin Islands are a tropical oasis, but climate change is putting the future of this paradise at risk.
A Legacy of Determination: Cesar Chavez - Archive
Photo of Cesar Chavez taken when he was speaking at a union rally.
3/30/2016
Jonathan B. Jarvis, Director of the National Park Service
The story of César Chávez and the United Farm Workers is an inspiration for people around the world who stand up for civil rights, for the health and safety of their people and for the environment within which they work and live.

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