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The highlight of many park vacations is often a wildlife sighting. Here's a guide for identifying the type of bear you've spotted.

On September 3, 1964 President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law the Wilderness Act.

Why does so much mystery surround the narwhal and its tusk?

Nicknamed “unicorn of the sea,” male narwhals possess a peculiar nine-foot-long tusk. Protruding out of the left side of its face, the tusk is made of ivory, a commodity once traded across the globe. Today, it is illegal in much of the world to sell ivory. The tusk and its uses are the subject of story and mysticism alike.

Yes, narwhals are real. Glad we’ve gotten that out of the way.

Pacific Crest Trail hikes can be special in a variety of ways. Some people enjoy the solitude offered by the 2,650-mile trail.

Snow, sleet and rain can all make hiking uncomfortable. When cold feet set in, continuing along the trail can become the last thing hikers want to do. With Wolverine Gauge boots though, cold feet are the last thing on your mind.

Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar and National Park Service Director Jonathan Jarvis announced the designation of 13 new National Historic Landmarks on March 12.

The clocks have sprung forward and spring is just around the corner. As migrating birds return from winter nesting grounds and animals stretch their tired winter legs, there is no better time to get out and enjoy America’s parks. March presents two great opportunities to get outside and learn about everything happening around you.

As winter begins to wane, wildflowers are beginning to peek up and blanket areas at parks and public lands around the country. National Wildlife Refuges provide some of the best opportunities for visitors to enjoy the vibrant colors and natural beauty of wildflowers.

Death Valley National Park: the lowest, driest and hottest place in North America is now adding another designation to its list. The 3.4 million-acre park has been certified as the third International Dark-Sky Park in the U.S. National Park System.