Tourism declines as fees increase for Utah parks
There are more state parks in the state of Utah than in any other state in the nation. This is one reason that St. George and Cedar City are growing so rapidly. However, the lack …
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Utah state parks to host Dark Sky Scavenger Hunt this April
Throughout the month of April, the Utah state parks are hosting a Dark Sky Scavenger Hunt designed especially for nature lovers. The requirements to participate are: Explore at least two regions: Participants must attend four …
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The Intergovernmental Internship Cooperative: Summer internships on public lands now open to applicants
The Intergovernmental Internship Cooperative is a Southern Utah University program that connects T-Birds to jobs in the National Parks or on other public lands. March is the month where the majority of summer internships start …
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Big bear bracket: NPS Fat Bear Week polling opens
The National Park Service’s Fat Bear Week began Wednesday, Oct. 4, and will run until the following Tuesday, Oct. 10. Fat Bear Week is an annual event in which the public is invited to vote …
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Eco-friendly electric shuttles roll out at Zion National Park
Zion National Park is an internationally recognized name that inspires images of steep red cliffs, lush desert canyons and plenty of hiking. What might not be as apparent as the breathtaking landscape is the National …
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How to celebrate National Public Lands Day
This Saturday, Sept. 23, will mark the 30th celebration of National Public Lands Day, when adventurers may enter any national park for free. True to Southern Utah University’s nickname as “The University of Parks,” the …
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