Topic: Glacier National Park

Modern Parenthood Montana hikers found as one mom and son learn hiking Rule 1 (+video)

Montana hikers lost in Glacier Park were found safe on Monday; the day before, a mom from their home state, Virginia, lost her eight-year-old for 90 minutes on a hike. Rangers' Rule 1 to teach kids, she learned: Stay put and wait for help when you get lost on the trail.

Yellowstone grizzly bears: New cause célèbre for effects of global warming?

For the first time, a US appellate court has ruled that the federal government must continue to protect an animal – in this case, Yellowstone grizzly bears – in part because of consequences of global warming.

Psalms for those in the path of Texas wildfires

A Christian Science perspective.

Jack Hanna wards off grizzly bear with pepper spray

Jack Hanna said he's been carrying pepper spray on hikes for 15 years, but Saturday was the first time he's used it.

Road-trip glimpses of America's true worth

Despite persistent joblessness and taxing wars overseas, a summer road trip shows that the American spirit is alive and well.

Long to-do list for new US parks chief

US national parks endangered by climate change

America's national parks face challenges

Shifting climates and needed upkeep are issues facing America’s treasured spots.

The Monitor's View: Preserve US national parks

Americans must make a renewed commitment to their 'best idea.'

Old photos show that Teton glaciers are shrinking

Researchers found that two of the Tetons' biggest glaciers have lost more than 20 percent of their surface area since the late 1960s.

How climate change may be threatening national parks

Thriving forest pests and melting glaciers may make parks a warning system for climate change effects.

Bid to allow guns in national parks

The Interior Department considers a proposal to lift a 25-year ban on concealed weapons in national parks.

When pieces of national parks go on sale, U.S. can't pay

Despite a slight uptick in 2008, federal funding for privately owned land purchases has taken a hit in recent years.