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The National Parks of Theodore Roosevelt

  • October 27, 2016
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Theodore Roosevelt is a giant figure in the history of conservation and the National Parks system. Arguably the first “Conservation President,” he used his authority and foresight to establish and…
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Happy birthday to the Antiquities Act!

  • June 8, 2013
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Today is the anniversary of Antiquities Act of 1906. Not many people know much about this law, even though it probably ranks as the most important conservation tool in our…
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Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
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National Monuments designated under the Antiquities Act

  • June 8, 2012
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The Antiquities Act of 1906 was the first piece of legislation to protect ruins and artifacts of Native American cultures. However, the law also gave the President authority to designate…
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I miss flying to distant destinations.
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Remembering this unique swimming hole...
With all of my trips canceled this year, my summer has revolved around paddling trips down the Lower Salt River. While it’s been incredibly disappointing that we haven’t been able to travel, I’ve appreciated the time I’ve had on the river—20 trips so far, averaging one paddle every six days.

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