Heather Bergeson, Author at National Park Explorer - Page 7 of 21

Photuris frontalis, a species of synchronous firefly, light up the forest at Congaree National Park.

Congaree National Park shares ticket details for synchronous firefly event

by Heather Bergeson March 24, 2025March 24, 2025

Probationary staff who opt for reinstatement will be able to fully return to work and will receive back pay.

Park advocates celebrate NPS reinstatements, warn of continued threats

by Heather Bergeson March 21, 2025March 21, 2025

Wolves are an integral part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

New Blacktail Butte Pack survives on the edges of Wyoming’s wolf territory

by Heather Bergeson March 20, 2025March 20, 2025

A sign welcomes visitors to the Hoh Rain Forest within Olympic NP

Hoh Rain Forest access road repairs move forward with emergency state and community funding

by Heather Bergeson March 19, 2025March 19, 2025

Bryce Canyon covered in snow.

Bryce Canyon road cleared after March snowstorm

by Heather Bergeson March 17, 2025March 17, 2025

Elk antlers shed in late winter, early spring.

Antler shedding season continues as elk, moose and deer drop their racks

by Heather Bergeson March 14, 2025March 17, 2025

Grizzly and black bears begin emerging from their hibernation in March.

First grizzly tracks of the year confirmed in Yellowstone National Park

by Heather Bergeson March 13, 2025March 13, 2025

A 4 inch long male and female Clavusodens hunting for early crustaceans on the sea floor that once covered much of central Kentucky during the Middle Mississippian period, 340 million years ago.

New ancient shark species discovered in Mammoth Cave National Park

by Heather Bergeson March 11, 2025March 11, 2025

Hoh Rainforest visitors cancel plans as road damage forces indefinite closure

by Heather Bergeson March 7, 2025March 12, 2025

Crowds on the Mud Volcano boardwalk in Yellowstone National Park.

Record-Breaking crowds flock to National Parks in 2024

by Heather Bergeson March 6, 2025March 7, 2025