February 02, 2012
Mammoth Cave pumps $62 million/year into local economy
Mammoth Cave National Park generates $62 million for the south central Kentucky area each year, according to a recent economic impact study by the National Park Service. Beginning at the national level, the study reveals how the national park system as a whole, has a trickle-down effect that pays out big dividends to the communities adjacent to each park.
December 16, 2011
Cheryl Messenger recognized for excellence in environmental education
Mammoth Cave's award winning environmental education program received further accolades in November when its leader, Cheryl Messenger, received the regional Freeman Tilden award, recognizing Messenger as the best interpreter in the Southeast Region of the National Park Service.
December 12, 2011
Mammoth Cave is one of Kentucky’s greenest fleets
On December 7, the Kentucky Clean Fuels Coalition named Mammoth Cave National Park one of the commonwealth's greenest vehicle fleets and a pioneer in alternative fuels.
November 28, 2011
Park releases FONSI on Green River Crossing Rehabilitation
Superintendent Patrick Reed announced today the next step toward completing the Green River Crossing Rehabilitation environmental assessment: a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Preferred Alternative has been signed by NPS Regional Director David Vela and is now posted online.
September 07, 2011
Fire Management Plan scoping begins September 7
Superintendent Patrick Reed announced today that the park has initiated an environmental assessment (EA) regarding the management of fire and hazardous fuel reductions within the national park boundaries. The park is seeking public comment for this planning effort during the public scoping period, September 7 through October 7, 2011.
June 15, 2010
Park offers reward to stop crime
Mammoth Cave rangers have set up a program that can reward up to $1,000 to anyone who provides information that will lead to a successful prosecution.
