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    Feb 19, 2013 |Story| Herald Mail

  1. Bond bill seeks $175,000 from state for improvements at C&O National Historical Park in Williamsport

    A bond bill introduced by Sen. George C. Edwards, R-Garrett/Allegany/Washington, during the current session of the Maryland General Assembly seeks $175,000 from the state for improvements to Lock 44, Lockhouse 44 and the Maryland Railroad Lift Bridge, as part of improvements to the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park in Williamsport.
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    A bond bill introduced by Sen. George C. Edwards, R-Garrett/Allegany/Washington, during the current session of the Maryland General Assembly seeks $175,000 from the state for improvements to Lock 44, Lockhouse 44 and the Maryland Railroad Lift Bridge,...

    Tags: Arts and Culture, Maryland General Assembly, Tourism and Leisure, Annapolis, Gardens and Parks

    2. Jan 31, 2013 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  2. Wanted: More Chesapeake Bay access

    You're never far from water in Maryland, with the Chesapeake Bay nearly bisecting the state. Yet for all that, there's a surprising shortage of places where people can launch a boat, cast a fishing line or wade in.
    You're never far from water in Maryland, with the Chesapeake Bay nearly bisecting the state. Yet for all that, there's a surprising shortage of places where people can launch a boat, cast a fishing line or wade in. A coalition of recreational...

    Tags: Baltimore County, Government, Elections, Lifestyle and Leisure, Harbor

    3. Jan 30, 2013 | Los Angeles Times

  3. 300th bobcat captured and released in Santa Monica Mountains study

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    A nearly two-decade-old study of bobcats in the Santa Monica Mountains marked a milestone with the capture and release of its 300th cat, National Park Service officials announced Wednesday....
    4. Dec 31, 2012 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  4. Pinnacles National Monument set to become a park

    WASHINGTON--Pinnacles National Monument in central California is set to become the 59<sup>th</sup> national park under a bill headed to President Obama&rsquo;s desk.&nbsp;
    WASHINGTON--Pinnacles National Monument in central California is set to become the 59th national park under a bill headed to President Obama’s desk.  The Pinnacles National Park Act cleared the Senate during a rare Sunday session of the lame-...

    Tags: Republican Party, Barbara Boxer, Sam Farr, U.S. Congress, Dianne Feinstein

    5. Jan 20, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  5. Taking her daughters to remote Australia to sleep on the ground

    NORTHERN TERRITORY, Australia &mdash; It was a terrible thing to admit to myself, but my teenage daughters are a bit spoiled. My own youth involved riding public transportation, taking bug-infested hikes, sailing competitively in thunderstorms and sleeping on the ground. My children, I realized, would be adrift if asked to do any of these things.
    NORTHERN TERRITORY, Australia — It was a terrible thing to admit to myself, but my teenage daughters are a bit spoiled. My own youth involved riding public transportation, taking bug-infested hikes, sailing competitively in thunderstorms and...

    Tags: Vitamin C, Canoeing and Kayaking, Malaria, Beaches, Rivers

    6. Jan 16, 2013 |Story| Herald Mail

  6. 24-year NPS vet chosen as new superintendent of Appalachian National Scenic Trail office in Harpers Ferry

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    National Park Service officials sifted through more than 300 applications — from federal government employees to private citizens — before deciding on Wendy K. Janssen as their new superintendent of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail office...

    Tags: Government, Tourism and Leisure, Gardens and Parks, Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Frederick (Frederick, Maryland)

    7. Jan 26, 2013 |Story| Glendale News Press

  7. Rim of the Valley would be too big

    In the Jan. 10 Glendale News-Press was an article titled “Rim of the Valley draws support.” I do not believe the supporters know the whole story. The proposed new national park covers an area two-thirds the size of Yosemite National Park....

    Tags: Chevy Chase, Tourism and Leisure, Gardens and Parks, Yosemite National Park, Travel

    8. Feb 8, 2013 |Story| Aberdeen News

  8. RV rentals for smart family travelers

    Families are renting Recreation Vehicles for the fun, freedom and flexibility of taking trips to special events or dream destinations. Best of all they do it without having to plan their itinerary around staying in motels or in relatives' spare rooms....

    Tags: Vacation and Timeshares, NASCAR, Swiss Confederation, Trips and Vacations, Pet Shops, Services, and Supplies

    9. Feb 7, 2013 |Story| Glendale News Press

  9. Schiff joins others in ideas for Rim of the Valley

    Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) and the Los Angeles Congressional delegation urged the National Park Service on Wednesday to make sure its proposed plan to place the so-called Rim of the Valley in the national parks system incorporates both urban recreational uses and habitat preservation.
    Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) and the Los Angeles Congressional delegation urged the National Park Service on Wednesday to make sure its proposed plan to place the so-called Rim of the Valley in the national parks system incorporates both urban...

    Tags: Google Inc., Judy Chu, Tourism and Leisure, Gardens and Parks, Brad Sherman

    10. Feb 1, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  10. Friday Travel Ticker: Dreamliner puzzle continues

    Dreamliners began their third week on the ground Thursday <strong>as investigators continued to study lithium-battery systems that burned on two 787s. </strong>The Wall Street Journal reports that investigators have not found any problems with the design, manufacture or installation of the batteries or with circuitry that is supposed to forestall danger of fire. Boeing is continuing to build 787s, but will not deliver them until the investigation is over. . . . . <strong>The lowest international winter fares are up only 2% compared with a year ago,</strong> TransAtlanticReport.com says.&nbsp; But low fares for April and May are up at least 6% . . . . <strong>John Wayne Airport says passenger traffic in 2012 increased 2.9%</strong> compared with 2011. Officials credit the addition of three new destinations in Mexico by AirTran and Interjet for helping boost the numbers . . . . The National Park Service begins accepting applications today (Friday) for noncommercial river trip permits to raft the Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park. The 450 permits will be for specific launch dates within 2014. To access the website, start from the park&rsquo;s main page at <a href="http://www.nps.gov/grca" target="_blank">www.nps.gov/grca</a> and select &ldquo;River Trips/Permits&rdquo; then &ldquo;Weighted Lottery.&rdquo; Applications will be accepted through noon Feb. 26 . . . . The Big Bear Cycling Assn. has scheduled <strong>the 4th Tour de Big Bear for Aug.&nbsp; 3</strong>, a Saturday . . . . <a href="http://www.wynnlasvegas.com/">Wynn Las Vegas</a> is now featuring the sculpture "Tulips" by Jeff Koons, a piece that will illuminate the Wynn Theater rotunda. The sculpture was acquired at auction last year for $33.7 million . . . . In more Vegas art news, Imagine Exhibitions Gallery at <a href="http://www.venetian.com/">the Venetian</a> will welcome <strong>50 Greatest Photographs of National Geographic</strong> to Las Vegas Feb. 14. The traveling exhibition showcases some of National Geographic&rsquo;s celebrated photographs from its 125-year-old history, including Nick Nichols&rsquo; iconic image of Jane Goodall and a chimpanzee . . . . <strong>Travel quote of the day: </strong>&ldquo;It began in mystery, and it will end in mystery, but what a savage and beautiful country lies in between.&rdquo; (Diane Ackerman)
    Dreamliners began their third week on the ground Thursday as investigators continued to study lithium-battery systems that burned on two 787s. The Wall Street Journal reports that investigators have not found any problems with the design, manufacture or...

    Tags: Arts and Culture, Arts, AirTran, The Wall Street Journal, John Wayne

    11. Feb 19, 2013 |Column| Chicago Tribune

  11. Book it! 'Hot' summer trips

    Though we are a nation of summer travelers, that season isn't necessarily the best time to explore. "I would argue Europe is better in the shoulder seasons," said Amy Farley, news editor at Travel + Leisure and author of the magazine's "Trip Doctor"...

    Tags: Hotel and Accommodation Industry, Lifestyle and Leisure, Outer Banks, Trips and Vacations, Hotels and Accommodations

    12. Feb 17, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  12. 10 places to see in 2013

    Here, in alphabetical order, are 10 places I'd like to see in 2013. Several are cities, one is a state, three are entire nations, and all have interesting things happening in the weeks and months ahead. Will I get to them all? Probably not. But if I...

    Tags: GQ, Artists, Entertainment, SXSW Music and Media Conference & Festival, Dog Racing

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