National Parks

Gear pick of the year 2017 – Interagency Pass

Posted on November 29, 2017 by Paul Mags — 7 Comments ↓

Here’s the best piece of gear for an outdoors person. And something most outdoors people would enjoy as a gift, too.

National Park fee increase

Posted on October 27, 2017 by Paul Mags — 20 Comments ↓

Thoughts on the proposed NPS fee increases. Ad what it means for the wild and egalitarian nature of our parks.

NPS Campground privatization and other changes

Posted on September 6, 2017 by Paul Mags — 8 Comments ↓

In the near future, most NPS campground will be privatized. And connected. Some thoughts on an ongoing trend.

Uncertain Path: A search for the future of national parks

Posted on January 31, 2017 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

Reviewing “Uncertain Path – A search for the future of national parks.” A timely read in this current political climate.

Book review: Dear Bob and Sue

Posted on August 9, 2016 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

A look at a lighthearted read about traveling to all the National Parks in the United States.

Corporate sponsorship in the National Parks?

Posted on May 17, 2016 by Paul Mags — 10 Comments ↓

The National Park Service is actively courting corporate sponsorship. Is that good?

Teton Valley – Winter Becoming Spring

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Paul Mags — 1 Comment ↓

someone and I had planned a ski trip to the Teton Valley and nearby areas in later March. Some Nordic backcountry in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks and the