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US National Parks Dazzle as Stars of New IMAX Film
By Laura Geggel published
Actor Robert Redford is throwing America's national parks a stunning 100th birthday party, with the premier of the new IMAX "National Parks Adventure," opening Friday (Feb. 12).

Photos: IMAX Showcases National Parks’ Astounding Beauty
By Laura Geggel published
Get a riveting tour of 30 of the country's national parks in the new IMAX film "National Parks Adventure," which opens Friday (Feb. 12).

El Morro: Stunning Photos of New Mexico's Sandstone Bluff
By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher published
In the northwestern part of New Mexico, a natural outcropping of sandstone known as El Morro has produced a spectacular landmark in this cold, high desert region.

Spectacular Geology: Amazing Photos of the American Southwest
By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher published

Why 'Denali?' Explaining Mount McKinley's New (Old) Name
By Elizabeth Peterson published
The mountain formerly known as Mount McKinley just got its old name back.

Will Future Generations Preserve the National Parks? (Op-Ed)
By Michael Sainato, Chelsea Skojec published
What's the best way to maintain U.S. national parks? Show up.

Will the Everglades, and Its Surprises, Ever Get Full Protection? (Op-Ed)
By Michael Sainato published
From world-class wilderness to an abandoned nuke site, the Everglades holds tremendous mystery — all at threat from development.

Capitol Reef: Photos of Southern Utah's Majestic Beauty
By Linda & Dr. Dick Buscher published
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