Let’s bugle for joy! This year marks 25 years since elk were reintroduced to Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Since 25 elk were released in Cataloochee Valley in 2001, the population has grown to approximately 270 across Western North Carolina.
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- Somewhere in America today, wildland firefighters are answering the call. To every U.S. Wildland Fire Service firefighter and support professional protecting our communities and public lands: thank you for your service and commitment to protecting America. Photo by @USWFS
- National Park Week is almost here! From Aug. 22-30, celebrate America's story by exploring the places that have shaped our nation. Hike scenic trails, discover history, and make memories that last a lifetime.
- National Park Week starts in 4 days. We were going to announce this yesterday, but out of respect, we waited.
- Today, we remember Rolland Briar of Green Bay, Wisconsin, one of the few remaining survivors of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Rolland recently passed away at the age of 104. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in February 1941. On the morning of December 7, he was aboard the USS Whitney
