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Delayed Opening of Kennecott
Due to lingering snow and frozen water lines, the park has delayed the opening of Kennecott NHL visitor center until June 1. The rest of Kennecott/McCarthy is open. Most NPS buildings will not be open until June 1. More »
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Did You Know?
The Alaska Blackfish is unique because it has a modified esophagus capable of gas absorption, which means that it can exist off atmospheric oxygen. The Blackfish can live in oxygen-deprived stagnant tundra or muskeg pools and can also survive in moist tundra mosses for extended periods of time.
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