Research has shown Glacier is one of just a few remaining refuges for the wolverine in the continental United States and there may be as few as 50 of them in the park.
May 14, 2008
Montana: Glacier wolverines tracked by GPS
Minnesota: Installing buoys delayed in Voyageurs National Park
Voyageurs National Park staff will attempt to begin limited placement of rock and hazard markers this week in those areas within the park that are free of ice on Kabetogama and Rainy lakes. Complete installation of all buoys is expected to take up to two weeks or until the lakes are free of shifting ice.
Road in Yellowstone National Park collapses
When the roadbed collapsed, it broke an underlying water main which serves the Canyon area. The rushing water further undercut the roadbed. There is enough water stored at the Canyon so service will not be disrupted.
Resolving McCain’s environmental record
On the other hand Senator McCain would eliminate any ban on new roads in wilderness areas and, among other things has many times opposed significant bills for funding for wilderness areas and national parks. His environmental failings are chronicled on sites such as the Sierra Club.
Arizona: Repairing damage from off roaders no easy task
Boy Scouts planted the cactus and several others dotting this landscape, and groups representing riders, hikers and others often volunteer to help repair damage off-highway vehicles cause here.
Florida: Police seek arsonists in fires
The relentless flames were burning for a third straight day, taxing firefighters and overwhelming residents who were trying to save their homes with garden hoses.