May 16, 2012
Thanking America's Armed Forces
To show our appreciation for those who serve in the U.S. Military, on May 19 – Armed Forces Day – the National Park Service will begin issuing an annual pass offering free entrance to all 397 national parks for active duty military members and their dependents.
February 17, 2012
Hunter Convicted of Shooting Assateague Wild Horse
Berlin, MD – Officials at Assateague Island National Seashore expressed satisfaction with a recent decision by the Federal Court in Salisbury, Maryland regarding the shooting of an Assateague wild horse by hunter Justin Eason on January 15, 2011.
January 26, 2012
Camping Fee Increase
Superintendent Trish Kicklighter today announced an increase in the fees for camping at Assateague Island National Seashore. The new camping fees will take effect February 1, 2012.
December 07, 2011
2012 Assateague Annual Passes Now Available
Still looking for that perfect gift for the beach lover on your Christmas list? How about a year-long entrance pass to the best beach the mid-Atlantic region has to offer – Assateague Island. The 2012 Annual Pass to Assateague Island National Seashore is now available. The $30 pass provides entrance to the National Seashore in both the Maryland and Virginia Districts from January 1st through December 31st 2012.
November 01, 2011
Two Charged in Connection With Shooting of Assateague Horse During Deer Hunt
Chief Ranger Ted Morlock announced today that charges have been levied against two individuals connected with the shooting death of a wild horse during a public deer hunt within Assateague Island National Seashore on January 15, 2011.
August 02, 2011
General Management Plan Public Workshops
Superintendent Trish Kicklighter today announced that the National Park Service will hold public workshops August 16th, 17th and 18th to provide the community with an opportunity to learn about and comment on the new General Management Plan being developed for Assateague Island National Seashore.
July 06, 2011
Daylight Powers Night Lights at Assateague Island National Seashore
Superintendent Trish Kicklighter today announced the installation of several new solar powered lighting applications at Assateague Island National Seashore. The new lighting is part of an ongoing effort by the National Park Service to reduce the Seashore’s carbon footprint and demonstrate the utility of alternative energy sources.
June 21, 2011
Public Comment Sought on Replacement of Sheepshead Creek Bridge
The National Park Service (NPS) is considering replacing the Sheepshead Creek Bridge, which is located on Beach Road in Accomack County, Virginia, and provides the only public access road to the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge and Tom’s Cove recreational beach within Assateague Island National Seashore.
