Shenandoah National Park
Who's Who
National Park Service
The National Park Service (NPS) is the federal custodian of Shenandoah National Park. See also "Preserving Shenandoah" on pages 30—35. For information, contact Shenandoah National Park Headquarters, 3655 U.S. Highway 211 East, Luray, VA 22835; (540) 999-3500; or visit online at www.nps.gov/shen.
ARAMARK
With over 30 years of service as the park concessioner, ARAMARK Harrison Lodging continues to provide lodging, food service, camping and grocery supplies, laundry and shower facilities, and gasoline to visitors.
ARAMARK is ranked number one in the outsourcing services category and is among the top 50 companies overall in FORTUNE Magazine's 2002 "Most Admired Companies in America." Headquartered in Philadelphia, ARAMARK has approximately 200,000 employees—including almost 300 within Shenandoah—serving customers in 18 countries. For more information, please contact ARAMARK, P.O. Box 727NP, Luray, VA 22835 (800) 999-4714; or visit the website at www.visitshenandoah.com.
Shenandoah National Park Association
The Shenandoah National Park Association (SNPA) was organized in 1950 as a nonprofit organization to support the interpretive and educational programs of Shenandoah National Park. The association sells maps, pamphlets, field and trail guides, and books on the human and natural history of the Blue Ridge region. Profits are channeled back into Shenandoah primarily through support of the park's interpretive, educational and resource preservation units.
For more information or to become a member, contact the Shenandoah National Park Association, 3655 U.S. Highway 211 East, Luray, VA 22835 (540) 999-3582; or via email: snpa@shentel.net; or visit the website at www.snpbooks.org.
Shenandoah National Park Trust
The Shenandoah National Park Trust was established by the National Park Foundation in 2004 to preserve the exceptional natural beauty and cultural heritage of Shenandoah National Park through fostering public awareness and education, encouraging private philanthropy, and seeking public support.
As a non-profit organization, the Shenandoah National Park Trust relies solely on private funds to accomplish its mission. Gifts to the Trust are put directly to work, helping to ensure the future of the Park, as well as enriched experiences for the visitors of today.
For additional information or to donate to the Trust, Cathy McNair, Executive Director, Shenandoah National Park Trust, P.O. Box 3274, Staunton, Virginia 24401; cmcnair@nationalparks.org, (202) 238-4219; or visit the website at www.SNPTrust.org.
Potomac Appalachian Trail Club
The Potomac Appalachian Trail Club (PATC) was founded in 1927 as a volunteer organization to maintain a portion of the Appalachian Trail. Additional objectives are to develop and maintain other trails within its area of concern; to maintain historic shelters and cabins accessible to hikers on the Appalachian Trail and other trails; to encourage participation in hiking and related outdoor sports; and to publish maps, guidebooks and other publications.
For more information, contact the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club, 118 Park Street, SE, Vienna, VA 22180; (703) 242-0693; or visit their website at www.patc.net.
National Park Foundation
Founded in 1967, the foundation is a nonprofit organization chartered by the U.S. Congress to provide private sector support for the enhancement and improvement of the national park system. Funded solely by private contributions, the foundation supports the NPS through supplementary public outreach efforts, interpretive and educational programs and the publication of materials such as The Complete Guide to America's National Parks. For more information, contact the National Park Foundation, 11 Dupont Circle, NW, 6th Floor, Washington, DC 20036; (888) GO-PARKS; or go visit their website at www.nationalparks.org.
Shenandoah In Depth
News from the Parks
Frommer's Top 5 Parks for Cozy Camping
November 21, 2008 - 10:01am
I always look forward to getting my Frommer's newsletter every week. Not only are they budget travel saavy, they inspire me to get out there no matter the weather! Here are their top five picks for cozy camping.
November 21, 2008 - 10:01am
I always look forward to getting my Frommer's newsletter every week. Not only are they budget travel saavy, they inspire me to get out there no matter the weather! Here are their top five picks for cozy camping.
Park to Reopen Today after Crews Repair Road, Channel Kautz Creek
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
Jenna Otter Returns to Scene of Grizzly Bear Attack
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
Expected Rule Change Would Benefit Bicycling in National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
Things Slow At Hawaii's National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
