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Texas man used Civil War relic as paperweight; later found it was a live explosive

A Texas man kept a Civil War-era artillery shell on his desk for years, believing it was nothing more than a harmless dummy round. The object had become a conversation piece in his home, with visitors regularly picking it up and examining it. That changed after a man with military…

The Times of India · 11h ago

Hawaii’s centuries-old sea arch collapses into Pacific after series of rough storms

Hōlei sea arch, formed 550 years ago by erosion from ocean waves, no longer standing, National Park Service confirms

The Guardian - US · Oct 2

In 1977, Rich Man, Poor Man star Peter Strauss paid about $225,000 for a run-down 64-acre California ranch; 10 years later, it became a National Park Service site

Peter Strauss purchased a ranch in the Santa Monica Mountains in 1977 and sold it to a state agency in 1983. The land has a rich history, including use as a resort before being acquired by the National Park Service. The ranch has opened to the public, allowing visitors to…

The Economic Times · Oct 2

Hyde Park Tree Plantings: Roosevelt turns estate into learning laboratory; experiments feed Civilian Conservation Corps

Franklin D. Roosevelt dedicated a substantial part of his life to tree farming in Hyde Park. He planted almost 500,000 trees while managing the estate's woodlands, orchards, and fields. Collaborating with professionals, he created experimental plots and engaged in sustainable forestry practices. The efforts contributed to national forestry policies and…

The Times of India · Sep 29

A Texas oil geologist first saw McKittrick Canyon in 1921, later bought the land for a private retreat

In 1921, petroleum geologist Wallace Pratt was captivated by the stunning landscape of McKittrick Canyon. He subsequently partnered to acquire land which led to the establishment of family homes. Commencing in 1959, Pratt generously began donating his land for conservation, culminating in the 1972 creation of Guadalupe Mountains National Park.…

The Times of India · Sep 28

Jane Fonda helped protect a New Mexico ranch, preserving 2,229 acres and nearly 4 miles of river

Forked Lightning Ranch in New Mexico has been significant for wildlife habitat conservation. Buddy Fogelson originally purchased the ranch and later married actress Greer Garson. Jane Fonda acquired the remaining property in 2000, focusing on preserving natural communities. The New Mexico Land Conservancy implemented conservation easements from 2010 to 2018,…

The Times of India · Sep 28

Visitors leave lint in a US cave, forcing volunteers to clean it up

More than 30,000 people enter Lehman Caves at Great Basin National Park in Nevada each year, and every visitor unintentionally leaves behind a small amount of material. Fibres from clothing, hair, skin cells, dirt from shoes and objects that fall from pockets can accumulate inside the cave. The National Park…

The Times of India · Sep 27

Yellowstone Lake Trout Suppression: Gillnetting cuts invaders up to 90%; disease still threatens recovery

Yellowstone Lake’s native cutthroat trout have faced decades of pressure from invasive lake trout, prompting one of the park’s largest fish-removal efforts. Since the 1990s, crews have used gillnets to suppress the non-native fish, removing millions while monitoring signs of cutthroat recovery. A 2024 food-web study suggests that recovery could…

The Times of India · Sep 25

A Texas oil geologist first saw McKittrick Canyon in 1921, later bought the land for a private retreat

Wallace Pratt's journey began in 1921 when he stumbled upon the breathtaking McKittrick Canyon, igniting a passionate fascination with its natural features. He bought land in the area and raised two residences, one of which was Ship on the Desert. Following the passing of his first spouse, Pratt continued his…

The Times of India · Sep 25

A review found that Trump’s arch will harm DC. His appointee just ended the process

Advisory board cuts off required review process after advocates and preservationists raise major questions about Trump’s ‘military complex’

The Independent UK · Sep 24