Elizabeth Valencia remembers swimming through a steel bulk freighter, the Chester A. Congdon, submerged at Isle Royale National Park, a remote island archipelago on Lake Superior in Michigan. Transporting wheat from Ontario, Canada, the ship smashed into Canoe Rocks in November 1918, several days before World War I ended. “The...

Wrecked In The Waters Of The National Park System

Los Angeles County, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all commentary and quotes that appear in this article are from an interview conducted by the author with those mentioned.]. Before actresses like Jane Seymour, Valerie Bertinelli, and Lindsay Wagner made their mark in films specifically produced for the small screen, Elizabeth Montgomery became the first "Queen of the TV-movies."

'A Case of Rape' & 'The Legend of Lizzie Borden' Crowned Liz Montgomery the 1st "Queen of TV-Movies"

Insider

Business Insider's reporter has experienced crowds on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. The North Rim is more peaceful since it's under-the-radar.

I've been to 20 national parks and forests around the US. The North Rim of the Grand Canyon is the most underrated.

Montana State

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Adorable: Hikers Encounter Mama Mountain Goat & Her Baby

Kansas City, MO

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Cats of Kansas City

Cats have a knack of waking you up a little before you're ready to get up, sometimes more than a little before. They're worth it though. Here are five local Kansas City cats who would love to wake you up each morning. Already have a cat that wakes you up? Get yourself a back-up alarm.

Five cats that will replace your alarm clock

Adventure On SI

The climbing season has begun in the Himalayas, with Madison Mountaineering expeditions embarking on 8,000-meter peaks.

Expeditions Begin on the 6th and 8th Highest Mountains in the World

Coconino County, AZ

The president of the Navajo Nation unsuccessfully attempted to stop two semi trucks from hauling uranium through tribal land this week. Back in 2012, the Navajo Nation passed the Radioactive and Related Substances Equipment, Vehicles, Persons and Materials Transportation Act. This act technically banned the transport of uranium through the tribe’s reservation, but is not legally enforceable on highways due to a technicality, reported KJZZ.

Navajo Nation attempted to stop semi trucks hauling uranium through tribal land after company breaks “promise”

Oregon State

What hasn’t already been said about the gorgeous state of Oregon? It has everything from its unspoiled landscapes to deep cultures, vibrant art, and delicious foods. One thing that should be on your bucket list is the stunning lakes that Oregon has. The deep blue waters, greenery around the...

12 of the Most Stunning Lakes in Oregon That Every Traveler Needs to Visit

Missoula, MT

Wildlife photographers stopped a great gray owl nest being removed after a government agency became concerned about people camping nearby to take pictures of the birds. According to a report in The Bozeman Daily Chronicle, the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife & Park (FWP) were planning to remove a great gray owl nest on the Blackfoot-Clearwater Game Range northeast of Missoula in Montana, U.S.

Wildlife Photographers Fight Removal of Owl Nest Where People Camp to Take Pictures

Whiskey Riff

Snow leopards are just phenomenal animals. Nicknamed the “Ghost of the Mountains” they are one of the most elusive predators in the entire world, they have learned to survive in some of harshest environments on Earth. Native to the mountain regions of Asia, you can find snow leopards...

Snow Leopard Sprints Down A Cliff At Full Speed To Catch A Mountain Sheep

Canon’s fast and intelligent autofocus system makes it one of the best systems to buy into for wildlife photography. In fact, a Canon mirrorless body takes the top spot on both our list of the best wildlife photography cameras overall and the best budget options under $2,000. But, the camera is only half of the equation. The best wildlife photography lenses for Canon take advantage of that quick, animal detection autofocus with a long reach, excellent stabilization, and, of course, magazine-worthy image quality.

The Best Wildlife Photography Lens for Canon

When you're traveling to different National Parks across the United States, make sure to stop at these restaurants.

8 Must Stop Restaurants on Your National Park Adventures

Alaska State

A full grown adult grizzly bear in Alaska walking up and having a seat right next to you seems like something that might haunt your nightmares, but this fella appears to be pretty friendly… for now. A bear that can weigh up to 1,500 pounds and is incredibly territorial...

Huge Grizzly Bear Takes A Seat Next To Wildlife Photographer In Alaska

A-Z-Animals

Mountain lions are beautiful, graceful predators who hunt by night. How many of them live in the United States? We’ve done the research and gathered the facts. Meet the Mountain Lion The mountain lion (Puma concolor) is also known as the cougar, panther, or puma. The cougar is one of the big cat species native […]

Mountain Lion (Cougar) Population by State in 2024

Arizona State

Page, AZ

Arizona has long been the home of majestic landscapes that seem as though they’ve been plucked straight from a painting. Among these, the Antelope Canyon often steals the spotlight with its breathtaking natural beauty. But what if there existed another gem, equally captivating, yet less crowded?. Enter Secret Canyon...

This Otherworldly Canyon In Arizona Has Antelope Canyon-Like Charm Without The Crowds

Wyoming State

Jackson, WY

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The iconic ski resort is celebrating a rare August snowstorm, and turning their focus to the upcoming Winter '24/'25 season.

Iconic Wyoming Ski Resort Celebrates First Snow of the Season

Partway through her June ascent of Mont Blanc, Anna DeMonte slipped. She was attempting to set a fastest known time (FKT) with skis via the grueling Grand Mulets route, which winds from a church in Chamonix to the summit, covering about 20 miles and over 12,000 feet of elevation gain. Completing ...

Meet the Skier Who Set a New Record on Mont Blanc

Two hikers fell over 1,000 meters or 3,000 feet to their deaths on Switzerland’s Matterhorn on Wednesday, August 14. The two hikers had left the Hörnli hut in Zermatt, Switzerland, early in the morning, according to a press release by the Cantonal Police of Wallis/Valais. The duo was planning to summit Switzerland’s most iconic mountain via the Hörnligrat but failed to return. Third parties had alerted rescue services to their absence. A helicopter by Air Zermatt was sent out by the police, which located two lifeless bodies on the north face of the mountain. The two mountaineers had fallen for currently unexplained reasons over 1,000 meters or 3,000 feet into the depth, suffering fatal injuries. The formal identification of the victims is underway.

2 Hikers Plummet Over 3,000 Feet to their Deaths on the Matterhorn, Switzerland

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 Go to Willcox Playa Wildlife Area, they said. You’ll see plenty of sandhill cranes. Sandhill cranes? We get those in Florida, we replied. Ah, not like this, they insisted. And they were right.The region in southeast Arizona is home to the annual migration of sandhill cranes, and the sight of thousands of these majestic birds arriving at sunset over the Playa’s marshland was akin to being in the middle of a David Attenborough documentary.Like the massed formations of World War II bombers – but distinctly less hostile – the cranes floated in from the setting sun on a perfect...

Crossing cowboy towns and cactus-filled wonderlands on a US road trip through Arizona and New Mexico

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Calling all animal aficionados! The United States has plenty of gorgeous National Parks for viewing hundreds and even thousands of […]

The Best U.S. National Parks for Animal Viewing

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Photography In The National Parks: To Tripod, Or Not To Tripod

Everything I’ve read about photography, plus advice learned from past photo tours, all stress the importance of using a tripod with your SLR camera for really...

Photography In The National Parks: To Tripod, Or Not To Tripod

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