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• Resource A Perfect Pairing for Yellowstone — and All National Parks Limestone Branch, the distillery that has been inspired by Yellowstone since 1872, is partnering with NPCA, with the advocacy group that has been protecting the world's first national park since 1919.
• Resource Tens of Thousands of Orphaned Wells Threaten National Parks Orphaned oil wells emit pollution, block wildlife migration, and threaten our climate and parks.
• Infographic Yellowstone Pronghorn Project: Restoring Ancient Paths Fences have long been a barrier for Yellowstone pronghorn antelope, as they migrate to crucial winter habitat beyond park borders. Despite being the fastest land mammal in the Western Hemisphere, pronghorn are not built to jump. Fences in their historic migration pathways caused the pronghorn population in Yellowstone to plummet. By 2004, park biologists estimated that fewer than 200 remained in the northern herd. The small herd was extremely susceptible to disease and severe weather threatening the long-term survival of this population.
• Video Chaco Canyon: A journey through land and time Explore and learn about Chaco Culture National Historical Park, its uniqueness and formation, and the ways we can work to protect it.
• Policy Update Position on Waters of the U.S. Regulations Jun 2019 NPCA submitted the following position to members of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works ahead of a hearing scheduled for June 12, 2019.
• Magazine Article Hush... Winter 2020 | By Dorian Fox A growing body of research shows that noise can be harmful to humans and animals. Can natural quiet be saved?
• Policy Update Testimony: Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act Dec 2015 Written testimony by Joan Frankevich for the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing on December 3, 2015
• Policy Update Position on H.R. 3055 and Amendments Jun 2019 NPCA submitted the following positions to the House of Representatives ahead of anticipated floor votes starting June 20, 2019.
• Policy Update NPCA position on the INVEST in America Act and select amendments Jun 2021 NPCA sent the following letter to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure ahead of an anticipated markup scheduled for June 9th, 2021. 
• Press Release New Report Offers Recommendations for Improving Visitor Experience and Regional Support at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Sep 2011 Groups provide roadmap for protecting and enhancing Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
• Policy Update Position on H.R. 1289, S. 718, S. 1622, S. 1696, S. 1930, S. 1943, S. 1993, S. 2177, S. 2309, S. 2412, S. 2548, S. 2805, S. 2839, S. 2954, S. 3020,S. 3027, S. 3028, H.R. 2880, S. 1923, S. 1690 Jul 2016 NPCA submitted the following positions on legislation being considered by the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee during a markup on July 12, 2016.
• Policy Update Position on Management of Marine Conservation Areas Mar 2017 NPCA submitted the following position to the Subcommittee on Water, Power, and Oceans of the House Committee on Natural Resources ahead of a hearing on March 15, 2017.
• Policy Update Position on the WOTUS Rule Apr 2017 NPCA submitted the following position to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works ahead of a hearing entitled “A Review of the Technical, Scientific, and Legal Basis of the WOTUS Rule."
• Policy Update Position on S. 32, S. 483, S. 569, S. 941, S. 1403, S. 1522, S. 2160, S. 2809, S. 2831, S. 2870, S. 2889, S. 3176 & S. 3287 Oct 2018 NPCA submitted the following positions to members of the SenateEnergy and Natural Resources Committee ahead of a Business Meeting scheduled for October 2, 2018.
• Policy Update Position on H.R. 3354, Make America Secure and Prosperous Appropriations Act Sep 2017 NPCA submitted the following position to the House of Representatives ahead of expected floor debate and votes starting the week of September 4, 2017.
• Magazine Article The Aftermath Summer 2012 | By Mark Schrope Revisiting Gulf Islands National Seashore two years after the biggest offshore oil disaster ever.
• Policy Update Position on H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act Dec 2015 NPCA, along with partners, submitted the following position to the House of Representatives ahead of an anticipated floor vote the week of November 30, 2015.
• Policy Update Position on H.R. 4558, Grand Staircase Escalante Enhancement Act Dec 2017 NPCA submitted the following position to the House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands ahead of a hearing scheduled for December 14, 2017.
• Magazine Article The DIY Desert Fall 2020 | By Julia Busiek Grab a map, load up on water and choose your own adventure at Mojave National Preserve.
• Policy Update Position on H.R. 6147, Interior Appropriations & Amendments Jul 2018 NPCA submitted the following positions to the House of Representatives ahead of anticipated floor debate and votes.
• Policy Update NPCA Position on select legislation before the House Committee on Natural Resources Sep 2020 NPCA shared the following position with members ahead of a full committee legislative markup held by the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources scheduled for September 30th, 2020. 
• Policy Update Position on H.R. 3668, the SHARE Act Sep 2017 NPCA submitted the following position to the House Natural Resources Committee ahead of a markup scheduled for September 13, 2017.
• Press Release New Report Highlights Economic Value and Quality of Life Benefits of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Apr 2015 NPCA releases report that highlights Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area's major contributions to local communities.
• Policy Update Position on Fiscal Year 2018 Omnibus Appropriations Mar 2018 NPCA submitted the following position to congressional leadership and members of the appropriations committees during negotiations regarding FY18 final appropriations.
• Magazine Article The War that Shaped America Spring 2011 | By Amy Leinbach Marquis Nearly 150 years after the Civil War, Bill Gwaltney explains why its lessons are still relevant today.
• Magazine Article Stewards & Storytellers Spring 2014 | By Kevin Grange Essex National Heritage Area in Massachusetts is one of dozens of heritage areas making America’s best idea even better.
• Press Release Congressman Schiff Proposes to Expand Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, Preserve and Protect Culture, Wildlife and Waterways Jun 2016 The Rim of the Valley Corridor Preservation Act would expand Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area to include critical waterways, landscapes, wildlife corridors and important cultural and historical sites.
• Blog Post FAQ: New National Monument at Pullman Shines a Spotlight on Community Spirit and Our Shared Heritage Feb 2015 | By Lynn McClure Earlier today, President Obama stood in front of hundreds of community advocates in Chicago and declared Pullman a national monument. This long-awaited event is the result of years of work by NPCA and so many people that care about this place’s significant contributions to our shared history, from the U.S. labor movement to Civil Rights.
• Blog Post Responding in Times of Disaster Oct 2017 | By John Adornato The last few weeks have been catastrophic for so many communities around the Gulf of Mexico, southern United States and the Caribbean. NPCA shares its deep concern for everyone affected by the recent hurricanes and is committed to being part of the long-term rebuilding effort.
• Blog Post 10 Tips to Respect Wildlife, Stay Safe and Avoid Internet Ridicule Jul 2016 | By Nicolas Brulliard Most of us wouldn’t think of putting a bison in our car as two Yellowstone visitors did this spring, but did you know that white shoes and sweat-soaked hiking gear can also cause problems?
• Blog Post A Perfect Pairing Jul 2018 | By Casey Pola A Q & A with the founder of NPCA’s newest partner, Limestone Branch Distillery
• Blog Post Lessons from the Wildlife Brigade May 2015 | By Katherine DeGroff Our job was simple: hike to Marion Lake in Granite Canyon. Tack on a few more details, like a novice backpacker, an unknown wilderness, a leaky can of tuna, and a problem bear, and things get a little more complicated.
• Policy Update Position on Nomination of David Bernhardt Apr 2019 NPCA submitted the following position to members of the Senate ahead of a floor vote scheduled for April 11, 2019.
• Policy Update Position on S. 1403, S. 1645, S. 1646, S. 2102, H.R. 965 & H.R. 2897 May 2018 NPCA submitted the following positions to the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources ahead of a Business Meeting scheduled for May 17, 2018.
• Report Sun Coast Regional Office Field Reports These field reports provide timely updates and perspectives on issues of interest to our members and supporters in Florida, Louisiana, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands.

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