https://www.nps.gov/care News releases from Capitol Reef National Park. en-us https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-input-on-improving-connectivity-in-capitol-reef-national-park.htm Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:12:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park is seeking input on opportunities to expand recreational access and connectivity and to modernize facilities and infrastructure within the park. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-input-on-improving-connectivity-in-capitol-reef-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/scenic-drive-rehabilitation-project-complete.htm Mon, 25 Aug 2025 05:01:00 EST The project to rehabilitate the Scenic Drive and expand several parking lots has been completed and the road is fully open to Capitol Gorge. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/scenic-drive-rehabilitation-project-complete.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/reef-ride-bike-days.htm Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:30:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park is excited to announce the 'Reef Ride' bike event, set to take place on the mornings of September 27th and 28th, in celebration of the newly repaved Scenic Drive and National Public Lands Day. During this special event, the Scenic Drive will be closed to vehicle traffic and open to cyclists, including Class 1, 2, and 3 e-bikes, as well as hikers and runners. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/reef-ride-bike-days.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/scenic-drive-rehabilitation-project-update.htm Fri, 22 Nov 2024 06:09:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park is preparing to reopen part of Scenic Drive and the Chimney Rock trail next week. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/scenic-drive-rehabilitation-project-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fruita-campground-soon-reservable-year-round.htm Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:34:00 EST Starting October 15, all campsites in Fruita Campground will be reservable year-round, up to six months in advance. Just like during the peak season (March 1- October 31), campsites will be reservable on Recreation.gov for the winter season as well (November 1 to February 28). https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fruita-campground-soon-reservable-year-round.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/scenic-drive-rehabilitation-project-scheduled-to-begin-on-april-29.htm Fri, 12 Apr 2024 10:09:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS), in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), will begin work on an approximately $12 million project to rehabilitate Scenic Drive and multiple parking lots in Capitol Reef National Park. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/scenic-drive-rehabilitation-project-scheduled-to-begin-on-april-29.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/cass-bromley-selected-as-superintendent-of-capitol-reef-national-park.htm Wed, 23 Aug 2023 06:08:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announces the selection of Cassity (Cass) Bromley as superintendent of Capitol Reef National Park. She begins her new assignment on September 9. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/cass-bromley-selected-as-superintendent-of-capitol-reef-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-input-for-the-proposed-rehabilitation-of-scenic-drive.htm Tue, 13 Jun 2023 05:51:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS), in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), is seeking public input on a proposed project to rehabilitate the Scenic Drive and multiple parking lots in Capitol Reef National Park. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-input-for-the-proposed-rehabilitation-of-scenic-drive.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fruit-harvest-outlook-2023.htm Thu, 01 Jun 2023 10:50:00 EST Fruit harvest season is fast approaching in Capitol Reef National Park! Cherries, apricots, peaches, plums, apples, and pears are available for harvest each summer. Due to good spring weather and a low pest pressure so far, the 2023 fruit outlook is optimistic. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fruit-harvest-outlook-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-announces-2023-artist-in-residence-participants.htm Thu, 01 Dec 2022 10:31:00 EST Congratulations to the four participants selected for the 2023 Artist-in-Residence (AiR) program at Capitol Reef National Park. The AiR program has successfully recruited artists of many disciplines to share their interpretation of Capitol Reef with the public. The 2023 AiR participants are: •Amy Grogan •Kathy Hodge •Gloria Miller Allen •Paul Atkinson https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-announces-2023-artist-in-residence-participants.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1563/care-rfi-05102022.htm Tue, 10 May 2022 10:15:00 EST US Park Rangers of Capitol Reef National Park are seeking information from the public to aid in the recovery of irreplaceable paleontological resources and identify those responsible for the vandalism and theft of trace fossils. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1563/care-rfi-05102022.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-ready-to-welcome-spring-visitors.htm Fri, 04 Mar 2022 10:46:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park is ready for the busy spring season. Visitation typically increases dramatically in mid-March. Visitors can enjoy the new visitor center exhibits and the Gifford House will be opening for the season on Pi Day, Monday, March 14. Additionally, the Capitol Reef section of the NPS app features a newly added self-guided audio tour of the Scenic Drive. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-ready-to-welcome-spring-visitors.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/grand-reopening-of-capitol-reef-visitor-center.htm Fri, 25 Feb 2022 11:04:00 EST The Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center will reopen on Wednesday, March 2 at 9 a.m., after a brief closure to install new exhibits. A ribbon cutting ceremony will take place before welcoming visitors to view the newly installed exhibits. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/grand-reopening-of-capitol-reef-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/visitor-center-closed-for-installation-of-new-exhibits.htm Fri, 11 Feb 2022 04:10:00 EST New exhibits for the Capitol Reef Visitor Center will soon be installed. To facilitate the installation, the visitor center will be closed from February 21 – March 2, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/visitor-center-closed-for-installation-of-new-exhibits.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-announces-2022-artist-in-residence-participants.htm Mon, 31 Jan 2022 06:54:00 EST Congratulations to the four participants selected for the 2022 Artist-in-Residence (AiR) program at Capitol Reef National Park. Since 2017 the AiR program has successfully recruited artists of many disciplines to share their interpretation of Capitol Reef with the public. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-announces-2022-artist-in-residence-participants.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/50th-anniversary-of-capitol-reef-national-park.htm Thu, 09 Dec 2021 09:59:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park will celebrate its 50th year as a national park on December 18, 2021 with the celebration continuing throughout 2022. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/50th-anniversary-of-capitol-reef-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/heritage-starfest-on-october-8-and-9-2021.htm Thu, 30 Sep 2021 10:01:00 EST Torrey, UT - Capitol Reef National Park and the Entrada Institute are partnering to present the 12th annual Heritage Starfest. Programs and discussions will focus on the importance of the night sky resource. Wayne County and Capitol Reef have some of the darkest skies in the nation. Bring a red headlamp or flashlight, and dress warm for all outdoor events. All programs are free to the public. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/heritage-starfest-on-october-8-and-9-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-accepting-applications-for-the-2022-artist-in-residence-program.htm Thu, 16 Sep 2021 09:08:00 EST Applications are being accepted for Capitol Reef National Park’s 2022 Artist-in-Residence (AiR) program. The park is seeking applicants for the AiR program who will be able to interpret park resources in a unique way that engages the public through a variety of mediums such as painting, drawing, music, or photography. The goal of this program is to promote art and inspire visitors to appreciate and preserve the park. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-accepting-applications-for-the-2022-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/job-announcements-for-park-partner-utah-valley-university-at-capitol-reef-field-station.htm Fri, 20 Aug 2021 10:25:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park (CRNP) and Utah Valley University (UVU) maintain a formal partnership to promote science and education at the park and collaboratively maintain Capitol Reef Field Station (CRFS). CRFS is located within a stunning valley in the park and functions as an education and research center under the direction of Utah Valley University (UVU). UVU is currently recruiting two positions for the Capitol Reef Field Station that will serve as key supporters of the operation. Talented applicants are encouraged to apply. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/job-announcements-for-park-partner-utah-valley-university-at-capitol-reef-field-station.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-rescinds-stage-ii-fire-restrictions-remains-in-stage-i.htm Thu, 29 Jul 2021 12:15:00 EST Torrey, UT – Capitol Reef National Park rescinds Stage II Fire Restrictions as of July 30, 2021. The park will remain in Stage I Fire Restrictions effective July 30, 2021 due to increased precipitation levels resulting from robust monsoon activity. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-rescinds-stage-ii-fire-restrictions-remains-in-stage-i.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-is-in-stage-ii-fire-restrictions.htm Fri, 02 Jul 2021 10:22:00 EST Torrey, UT – Capitol Reef National Park entered Stage II Fire Restrictions on June 30, 2021. Utah’s hot-dry conditions are prompting agencies to issue fire restrictions as the west experiences extreme and unprecedented drought. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-is-in-stage-ii-fire-restrictions.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-proposes-campground-fee-increase.htm Mon, 10 May 2021 12:21:00 EST Torrey, UT – Capitol Reef National Park is seeking public comment on a proposal to increase the nightly camping fee for Fruita Campground and the Group Campsite beginning in 2022. All other fees will remain the same. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-proposes-campground-fee-increase.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fruit-harvest-2021.htm Wed, 31 Mar 2021 07:41:00 EST TORREY, UT – In a few months it will be fruit harvest season! Predictions for the 2021 season show that the apricot bloom has begun and will last for approximately two weeks. Other blooms will occur throughout April. As fruit ripens throughout the summer, many varieties will be available for harvest at Capitol Reef National Park including cherries (by limited quantity in early June), apricots in June, apples and pears in July and August, and peaches in August. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fruit-harvest-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-hosted-981-038-visitors-in-2020.htm Wed, 03 Mar 2021 10:42:00 EST TORREY, UT – Outdoor experiences provided refuge from the pandemic for 237 million visitors to America’s national parks in 2020. The number represents a 28% decrease from the previous year due largely to temporary park closures and restrictions implemented in response to the coronavirus pandemic. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-hosted-981-038-visitors-in-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-seeks-comments-on-orchard-rehabilitation-project.htm Fri, 29 Jan 2021 10:58:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park is seeking public comments on an orchard replanting project to begin in fall of 2021. The project will initiate long-term rehabilitation of several historic Fruita orchards. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-seeks-comments-on-orchard-rehabilitation-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-announces-2021-artist-in-residence-participants.htm Wed, 27 Jan 2021 10:38:00 EST Congratulations to the four participants selected for the 2021 Artist-in-Residence (AiR) program at Capitol Reef National Park. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-announces-2021-artist-in-residence-participants.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-accepting-applications-for-the-2021-artist-in-residence-program.htm Wed, 14 Oct 2020 09:26:00 EST Applications are being accepted for Capitol Reef National Park’s 2021 Artist-in-Residence (AiR) program. The park is seeking applicants for the AiR program who will be able to interpret park resources in a unique way that engages the public through a variety of mediums such as painting, drawing, music, or photography. The goal of this program is to promote art and inspire visitors to appreciate and preserve the park. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-accepting-applications-for-the-2021-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/virtual-heritage-starfest-2020.htm Fri, 11 Sep 2020 09:56:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park, Entrada Institute, and Clark Planetarium are partnering to host a Virtual Heritage Starfest Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19, 2020. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the annual astronomy festival to celebrate the region’s dark night skies will be held virtually, rather than in-person. The Capitol Reef region boasts some of the darkest night skies in the United States. Visitors are invited to learn more through the virtual festival and safely visit the park to explore the night skies on their own with family and friends. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/virtual-heritage-starfest-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-visitor-center-operations.htm Thu, 27 Aug 2020 03:54:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center and Park Store operations will see significant changes in the near future. After years of planning and design, a multi-month improvement project is beginning. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-visitor-center-operations.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/upcoming-fruit-harvest-reduced.htm Wed, 05 Aug 2020 10:04:00 EST While August usually represents the beginning of the peach, apple, and pear harvest in Capitol Reef National Park, there is a very limited crop of fruit available for picking this year. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/upcoming-fruit-harvest-reduced.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-to-implement-fire-restrictions.htm Fri, 10 Jul 2020 10:11:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park is joining with neighboring land managers to implement fire restrictions in central Utah. Drought conditions are occurring in the region creating the potential for destructive fires. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-to-implement-fire-restrictions.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-to-open-all-recreational-opportunities.htm Mon, 01 Jun 2020 05:35:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park is fully open with implementation of our final phased resumption in operations in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The park has followed the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Utah State guidance and has installed social distancing measures in the visitor center and Gifford House, open as of June 1, and at the Fruita Campground opening June 2. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-to-open-all-recreational-opportunities.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-to-increase-recreational-access-along-state-route-highway-24-and-scenic-drive.htm Mon, 18 May 2020 13:20:00 EST Torrey, UT – Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Capitol Reef National Park is increasing recreational access. The National Park Service (NPS) is working servicewide with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and using a phased approach to increase access on a park-by-park basis. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-to-increase-recreational-access-along-state-route-highway-24-and-scenic-drive.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-to-increase-recreational-access-to-the-north-and-south-districts.htm Sat, 02 May 2020 13:27:00 EST Torrey, UT – Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Capitol Reef National Park is increasing recreational access. The National Park Service (NPS) is working servicewide with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and using a phased approach to increase access on a park-by-park basis. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-to-increase-recreational-access-to-the-north-and-south-districts.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-will-temporarily-close.htm Thu, 09 Apr 2020 07:01:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park is announcing additional modifications to operations in response to a letter from the Central Utah State Health Department recommending a full closure. The health and safety of our visitors, employees, volunteers, and partners is our number one priority. The National Park Service (NPS) is working servicewide with federal, state, and local authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-will-temporarily-close.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-is-closing-the-scenic-drive-to-implement-local-health-guidance.htm Sun, 05 Apr 2020 08:14:00 EST Torrey, UT – Capitol Reef National Park, in response to recommendations from the Central Utah Public Health Department, is announcing additional modifications to operations to support federal, state, and local efforts to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The park will be closing the campground road and the Scenic Drive on Monday, April 6, 2020. The closure will be just south of the visitor center parking lot. This closure is in addition to existing closures of the park visitor center, Gifford House, and Fruita Campground implemented in late March 2020. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-is-closing-the-scenic-drive-to-implement-local-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm Tue, 17 Mar 2020 04:19:00 EST Torrey, UT – Capitol Reef National Park is announcing modifications to operations to implement the latest guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), and local and state authorities to promote social distancing. As of March 17, 2020, Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center and the Historic Gifford House are closed until further notice. Where it is possible to adhere to the latest health guidance, all campgrounds, trails, and roadways in the park remain open as weather allows. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2020-fruit-harvest.htm Fri, 06 Mar 2020 09:16:00 EST In a few months it will be fruit harvest season! Cherries, apricots, peaches, plums, apples, and pears are typically available for harvest each summer at Capitol Reef National Park. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2020-fruit-harvest.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-announces-2020-artist-in-residence-participants.htm Tue, 11 Feb 2020 07:30:00 EST Congratulations to the four participants in the Artist-in-Residence (AiR) program at Capitol Reef National Park in 2020. Each artist brings a unique talent and will share their interpretations of the park’s resources and meanings in ways that engage the public through a variety of artistic mediums such as music, print making, writing, or photography. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-announces-2020-artist-in-residence-participants.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/winter-star-party-friday-january-24-2020.htm Wed, 08 Jan 2020 07:37:00 EST Cold, clear, and long nights are perfect for exploring the heavens above. Come experience the incredible dark skies of Capitol Reef National Park with professional astronomers and physicists at Utah Valley University’s Capitol Reef Field Station! https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/winter-star-party-friday-january-24-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/pilot-canyoneering-permit-system.htm Mon, 16 Dec 2019 08:38:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park will begin a pilot mandatory Canyoneering Permit System starting January 1, 2020. Permits will be free of charge and require self-registration located at the Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center or online on the park website. These permits will be required for all canyoneering and climbing activities within the park. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/pilot-canyoneering-permit-system.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/heritage-starfest-on-september-26-to-28-2019.htm Mon, 16 Sep 2019 12:58:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park and the Entrada Institute are partnering to present the 10th annual Heritage Starfest. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about dark skies. Events include lectures from assistant professor Cameron Pace of Southern Utah University, solar viewing, and stargazing with telescopes. The dark skies of Wayne County and Capitol Reef are among the darkest in the nation allowing visitors from around the world to enjoy pristine skies full of planets, constellations, and the Milky Way. This event celebrates dark sky resources. Bring a red headlamp or flashlight and dress warm for all evening events. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/heritage-starfest-on-september-26-to-28-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/harvest-homecoming-2019.htm Tue, 10 Sep 2019 13:12:00 EST Celebrate the end of summer and the beginning of autumn at the annual Harvest Homecoming at Capitol Reef National Park. “This is a great day to learn more about pioneer history,” says Lee Grundy, Director of Capitol Reef Natural History Association. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/harvest-homecoming-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/cathedral_valley_vandalism.htm Wed, 12 Jun 2019 10:00:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park staff are seeking information regarding vandalism that occurred on the Temple of the Moon monolith, in the North District (Cathedral Valley). The graffiti was first observed on June 6, 2019 and documented by park staff on June 8, 2019. The graffiti measures 27.5” x 17” and is deeply gouged into the rock. Park law enforcement officers are conducting a criminal investigation. Resource management staff will determine the extent of the damage and the cost to rehabilitate the damage. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/cathedral_valley_vandalism.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/discover-biodiversity-at-bioblitz-june-22-and-23-2019.htm Tue, 11 Jun 2019 12:54:00 EST Join the fun at the 2019 BioBlitz in Capitol Reef National Park! The BioBlitz is a collaboration between Utah Valley University, Capitol Reef Field Station, and Capitol Reef National Park. Participants can hike and learn about local biodiversity with the help of experts in the amazing landscapes of Capitol Reef. This is a great opportunity to be outside while learning more about Capitol Reef and to engage in hands-on science in a National Park. You will also be citizen scientists and contribute valuable data to the National Park and worldwide efforts to better understand patterns of biodiversity. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/discover-biodiversity-at-bioblitz-june-22-and-23-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/chamber-music-event.htm Tue, 04 Jun 2019 04:11:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park will host a night of music on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at the Fruita Campground Amphitheater. The free outdoor concert performance will start at 7:30 pm. The program will include pieces of music by Dvorak, Brahms, and more, performed by an ensemble of six distinguished classical string players travelling to Utah from as far as Ireland. This program replaces the regularly 8:30 pm scheduled evening program and will last 45 minutes. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/chamber-music-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/youth_art_event_2019.htm Mon, 03 Jun 2019 12:09:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park will host a Youth Art Event, co-sponsored by Entrada Institute, at Ripple Rock Nature Center on Saturday June 8, 2019 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/youth_art_event_2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/international-migratory-bird-day-saturday-may-11-2019.htm Wed, 24 Apr 2019 05:31:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park will be celebrating International Migratory Bird Day on Saturday, May 11, 2019. Many species of migratory birds including several varieties of warblers, sparrows, and raptors find a hospitable stop-over in the Capitol Reef area. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/international-migratory-bird-day-saturday-may-11-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-group-campsite.htm Mon, 18 Mar 2019 03:57:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park operates the 71-site camp Fruita Campground and the Group Campsite within the Fruita Rural Historic District. The Group Campsite is a secluded site located near the Fruita Campground among the historic orchards and near the Fremont River. Both sites are reservable through www.recreation.gov. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-group-campsite.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2019-fruit-harvest.htm Mon, 04 Mar 2019 08:08:00 EST Fruit harvest season is approaching! Cherries, apricots, peaches, plums, apples, and pears are typically available for harvest each summer at Capitol Reef National Park. Predictions for the 2019 fruit season show that the bloom may begin in early April and last for two to three weeks. Bing Cherries are expected to be available in limited quantities beginning in mid-June, and should last throughout the month. Apricots are expected to become available the last week of June. Apples and pears may begin in early August and the main peach harvest is expected to occur in late August. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2019-fruit-harvest.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-announces-2019-artist-in-residence-participants.htm Fri, 22 Feb 2019 10:41:00 EST Congratulations to the four participants in the Artist-in-Residence (AiR) program at Capitol Reef National Park in 2019. Each artist brings a unique talent and will share their interpretations of the park’s resources and meanings in ways that engage the public through a variety of artistic mediums such as music, painting, or photography. The goal of this program is to share artistic expression of National Parks like Capitol Reef. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-announces-2019-artist-in-residence-participants.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/entrance-fee-increase-planned-in-january-2019.htm Fri, 14 Dec 2018 10:22:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park will soon modify its seven-day entrance fee from $15.00 per vehicle to $20.00 per vehicle, $7.00 per person to $10.00 per person, and from $10.00 per motorcycle to $15.00 per motorcycle on January 1, 2019. The Capitol Reef annual pass will increase from $30.00 to $35.00. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/entrance-fee-increase-planned-in-january-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-announces-entrance-fee-free-days-for-2019.htm Tue, 27 Nov 2018 07:17:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park will waive its entrance fee on five days in 2019. The five entrance fee-free days for 2019 will be: • Monday, January 21 – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day • Saturday, April 20 – Start of National Park Week/National Junior Ranger Day • Sunday, August 25 – National Park Service Anniversary • Saturday, September 28 – National Public Lands Day • Monday, November 11 – Veterans Day https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-announces-entrance-fee-free-days-for-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/celebrate_national_earth_science_week.htm Tue, 09 Oct 2018 09:48:00 EST Earth Science Week will be held October 14-20, 2018 and will celebrate the theme "Earth as Inspiration." The year's event will emphasize artistic expression as a unique, powerful opportunity for geoscience education and understanding in the 21st century. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/celebrate_national_earth_science_week.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/nps-approves-livestock-grazing-and-trailing-management-plan.htm Fri, 05 Oct 2018 12:19:00 EST Torrey, UT –National Park Service Acting Intermountain Regional Director Kate Hammond approved the Capitol Reef National Park Livestock Grazing and Trailing Management Plan, which incorporates substantial public and stakeholder input. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/nps-approves-livestock-grazing-and-trailing-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2019_artist_in_residence_call_for_applicants.htm Mon, 01 Oct 2018 09:23:00 EST Applications are being accepted for Capitol Reef National Park’s 2019 Artist-in-Residence (AiR) program. The park is seeking applicants for the AiR program who will be able to interpret park resources in a unique way that engages the public through a variety of mediums such as painting, drawing, or photography. The goal of this program is to promote art and inspire visitors to appreciate and preserve the park. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2019_artist_in_residence_call_for_applicants.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/celebrate-the-dark-night-sky-at-heritage-starfest-on-october-4-to-7-2018.htm Tue, 25 Sep 2018 10:10:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park and the Entrada Institute are partnering to present the 9th annual Heritage Starfest. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about dark skies. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/celebrate-the-dark-night-sky-at-heritage-starfest-on-october-4-to-7-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2018-harvest-homecoming-saturday-september-29.htm Fri, 14 Sep 2018 07:26:00 EST Celebrate the end of summer and the beginning of autumn at the annual Harvest Homecoming at Capitol Reef National Park. “Come enjoy freshly pressed apple juice,” says Operations Manager of Capitol Reef Natural History Association Lee Grundy. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2018-harvest-homecoming-saturday-september-29.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/nps-seeks-input-on-draft-livestock-grazing-and-trailing-management-plan.htm Thu, 19 Jul 2018 06:18:00 EST Today, the National Park Service released its Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Capitol Reef National Park Livestock Grazing and Trailing Management Plan for a 30-day public comment period that closes Aug. 17. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/nps-seeks-input-on-draft-livestock-grazing-and-trailing-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/livestock-grazing-and-trailing-management-planning-process-for-capitol-reef-national-park.htm Tue, 08 May 2018 07:18:00 EST Livestock grazing and trailing, which has a long history in southern Utah, were recognized by Congress in the enabling legislation for Capitol Reef National Park (CRNP) as existing privileges for those who traditionally grazed cattle in or trailed cattle through the park. For several decades after the park was established, the National Park Service (NPS) relied on the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for the management and permitting of livestock grazing in the active allotments in CRNP. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/livestock-grazing-and-trailing-management-planning-process-for-capitol-reef-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-announces-2018-artist-in-residence-participants.htm Wed, 25 Apr 2018 13:22:00 EST Congratulations to the four participants in the Artist-in-Residence (AiR) program at Capitol Reef National Park in 2018. Each artist brings a unique talent and will share their interpretations of the park’s resources and meanings in ways that engages the public through a variety of artistic mediums such as music, painting, or photography. The goal of this program is to share artistic expression of National Parks like Capitol Reef. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-announces-2018-artist-in-residence-participants.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/spring-star-party-at-the-capitol-reef-field-station-friday-may-18-2018.htm Tue, 24 Apr 2018 10:02:00 EST On Friday, May 18, 2018 starting at 8:00 pm, Utah Valley University’s (UVU) Capitol Reef Field Station (CRFS) will host a star party. Astronomers and physicists will be on site to share information about constellations, the Milky Way, galaxies, and nebulae with visitors. Multiple telescopes will be available. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/spring-star-party-at-the-capitol-reef-field-station-friday-may-18-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/new-superintendent-of-capitol-reef-is-deputy-manager-for-four-national-parks-in-sf-bay-area.htm Mon, 19 Mar 2018 10:38:00 EST Susan “Sue” Fritzke, deputy superintendent of four National Park Service (NPS) sites in the San Francisco Bay Area, has been named superintendent of Capitol Reef NP in Utah by NPS Intermountain Region Director Sue Masica. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/new-superintendent-of-capitol-reef-is-deputy-manager-for-four-national-parks-in-sf-bay-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/gifford-house-opening-and-2018-easter-event.htm Fri, 09 Mar 2018 04:44:00 EST The historic Gifford House, located 1 mile (1.6 km) south of the visitor center on the Scenic Drive, will be open 8:00 am to 4:30 pm daily starting Wednesday March 14, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/gifford-house-opening-and-2018-easter-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fee_free_days_2018.htm Thu, 21 Dec 2017 08:06:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park is joining national parks across the county in waiving entrance fees four days in 2018 as a way to encourage people to get outdoors and learn from the natural world. The National Park Service will offer the following fee-free days in 2018: •January 15 – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day •April 21 – First Day of National Park Week •September 22 – National Public Lands Day •November 11 – Veterans Day This fee-free opportunity applies to entrance fees only and does not affect fees for camping or other special uses. Visitors to Capitol Reef can enjoy hiking, nature study, scenic drives, pristine night skies for star gazing, and camping. “Fee free days are a great opportunity to discover new national park sites,” said Acting Superintendent Jeremy Curtis. 118 of the 417 national park sites in the country charge entrance fees. The annual $80 America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass allows unlimited entrance to more than 2,000 federal recreation areas, including national park sites that charge an entrance fee. There are also free or discounted passes available for U.S. senior citizens and those with disabilities, current members of the military, and current fourth grade students. For more information about Capitol Reef National Park, visit www.nps.gov/care, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CapitolReefNPS/ , Twitter www.twitter.com/CapitolReefNPS , and Instagram at www.instagram.com/Capitolreefnps . https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fee_free_days_2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/park_entry_fee_-and_campground_changes_2018.htm Mon, 18 Dec 2017 08:00:00 EST In 2018, Capitol Reef National Park will see changes to the park entrance fee and the group camp site and to the management of the Fruita developed campground. To support park operations, a fee increase of $5.00 was approved this month for Capitol Reef’s entrance fees. The cost per vehicle will be $15.00 starting January 1, 2018. There are no other entry fee changes at this time. The majority of funds collected from entrance fees and campground operations help fund park projects, improvements, and operations that benefit the visitor experience. Camping at the 71-site developed Fruita campground is a popular activity at Capitol Reef National Park. “With the campground being remote and first-come, first-served, it can be a challenge to find a site in the busy season” says park staff Keri Pace. In an effort to allow for advanced trip planning the majority of the campsites will be reservable starting next year. Campers will be able to book reservations for campsites for the 2018 season at www.recreation.gov, a well-established reservation system, starting February 1, 2018. The majority of campsites will be reservable from March 1 to October 31, with a handful of sites remaining first-come, first-served. The campsites will not be on the reservation system from November 1 to the end of February. The cost for an individual campsite will remain $20.00 per site and accommodate up to eight people, with a reduced rate for Access and Senior Pass holders. The separate group camp site at Capitol Reef is already on the reservation system. The fees will become a nightly rate of $100.00 in 2018. Rules and regulations remain the same for all campers and information can be found at: https://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/fruitacampground.htm. For more information about Capitol Reef National Park, visit www.nps.gov/care, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CapitolReefNPS/ , Twitter www.twitter.com/CapitolReefNPS , and Instagram at www.instagram.com/Capitolreefnps . For reservations visit www.reservations.gov. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/park_entry_fee_-and_campground_changes_2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/holiday_open_house_2017.htm Thu, 30 Nov 2017 05:10:00 EST Winter is a wonderful time to explore Capitol Reef. “Hiking in the off-season gives visitors a chance to experience solitude,” says park volunteer Angela Oppelt. Visitors can enjoy dark night skies, few crowds on the trails, and quiet camping. Please join the staff at Capitol Reef to celebrate the holiday season on Friday, December 8th. At 2:00 p.m. Loa Elementary school children will decorate the holiday tree and sing holiday songs. This year’s theme is the starry night sky in honor of the park’s international dark sky designation. Refreshments will be provided. The Capitol Reef Natural History Association bookstore will offer a 20% discount on all items on December 8, 9, and 10, 2017. Proceeds support park operations. More information about Capitol Reef National Park can be found at www.nps.gov/care and about Capitol Reef Natural History Association at www.capitolreefnha.org. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/holiday_open_house_2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/winter_star_party_dec_2017.htm Tue, 07 Nov 2017 03:22:00 EST On Saturday December 16, 2017 from 6:30 pm until late, Utah Valley University’s Capitol Reef Field Station (CRFS) will host a winter star party. Astronomers and physicists will be on site to share information about constellations, the Milky Way, galaxies, and nebulae with visitors. Multiple telescopes will be available. •Free and open to the public •Dress warmly & bring a red flashlight •Hot beverages will be provided •RSVP by 12/1/17 is required as space is limited. Overnight stays may be available. The CRFS is located 10.5 miles (16.9 km) from the Capitol Reef visitor center off UT state highway 24 down the Scenic Drive. The final 2.5 miles (4 km) is unpaved and may be difficult or impassable in stormy weather, check with CRFS for current conditions and detailed directions. The CRFS, in partnership with Capitol Reef National Park, promotes and supports engaged learning, research, scholarly, and creative activities, and environmental ethics through the exploration of the Colorado Plateau. Success is made possible through the partnership between Utah Valley University (UVU) and Capitol Reef National Park. This unique partnership allows CRFS to provide its visitors with educational experiences that are as remarkable as the landscape in which they occur. CRFS is property of the National Park Service and is operated under the direction of UVU and the park in accordance with our General Agreement. For more information about Capitol Reef National Park, visit www.nps.gov/care, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CapitolReefNPS/ , Twitter www.twitter.com/CapitolReefNPS , and Instagram at www.instagram.com/Capitolreefnps . For more information about Capitol Reef Field Station visit https://www.uvu.edu/crfs/. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/winter_star_party_dec_2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/autumn-2017-winter-2018-hours-of-operation.htm Thu, 05 Oct 2017 11:29:00 EST The Capitol Reef National Park visitor center operating hours will be 8:00 am to 4:30 pm daily starting Monday, October 23, 2017. Extended hours will resume in summer 2018. The visitor center will be closed on major holidays including: •Friday, November 10, 2017 - Veteran’s Day •Thursday, November 23, 2017 – Thanksgiving •Monday, December 25, 2017 – Christmas •Monday, January 1, 2018 –New Year’s Day •Monday, January 15, 2018 – Dr. Martin Luther King Day •Monday, February 19, 2018 – President’s Day Free interpretive programs including a geology talk at the visitor center at 10:00 am and evening programs at the campground may be offered as staffing allows. Check the visitor center for times. The historic Gifford House, located 1 mile (1.6 km) south of the visitor center on Scenic Drive, will be open 8:00 am to 4:30 pm starting Monday, October 23 through Sunday, October 29, 2017. Fresh baked pies, breads and pastries are available for purchase, including pumpkin! The house will be closed for the season starting Monday, October 30. Autumn and winter are wonderful times to enjoy the exhibits, park movie and the Capitol Reef Natural History Association bookstore. For more information about Capitol Reef National Park, visit www.nps.gov/care, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CapitolReefNPS/ , Twitter www.twitter.com/CapitolReefNPS , and Instagram at www.instagram.com/Capitolreefnps . https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/autumn-2017-winter-2018-hours-of-operation.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/earth-science-week-2017.htm Wed, 04 Oct 2017 12:22:00 EST October 8 through 14, 2017 is Earth Science Week with Fossil Day on October 11. Every day is a day to celebrate Earth science at Capitol Reef National Park. The park was established to preserve and protect the Waterpocket Fold, a unique geologic feature on Earth. 19 layers of rocks and many fossils can be seen in the park. •Daily 30-minute geology programs are offered at 10:00 am at the Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center. Visitors can discover how Capitol Reef formed over nearly 280 million years. •On Wednesday, October 11, 2017 join a ranger-led hike at 8:30 am for a 90-minute hike on the Fremont River trail to learn about the geologic story and the fossils that tell of ancient environments. Program meets at the Gifford House Museum and Store located 1 mile (1.6 km) south of the visitor center on Scenic Drive. •On Thursday, October 12, 2017, join a ranger at the campground amphitheater for an evening program on the Fossils of Capitol Reef National Park. Program starts at 7:30 pm and lasts one hour. Dress warmly. Visitors can learn more about geology and fossils from free brochures available online and at the visitor center. The Capitol Reef Natural History Association bookstore at the visitor center offers books and materials to further your knowledge of Earth science. Visitor center and bookstore hours are 8:00 am to 6:00 pm through October 22, 2017. For more information about Capitol Reef National Park, visit www.nps.gov/care, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CapitolReefNPS/ , Twitter www.twitter.com/CapitolReefNPS , and Instagram at www.instagram.com/Capitolreefnps . For more information about Earth Science Week, visit www.earthsciweek.org. For more information about Fossil Day, visit https://www.nps.gov/subjects/fossilday/index.htm. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/earth-science-week-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2018-artist-in-residence-call-for-applicants.htm Wed, 04 Oct 2017 11:05:00 EST Applications are being requested for Capitol Reef National Park’s 2018 Artist-in-Residence program. We are seeking applicants for the park’s Artist-in-Residence program who will be able to express the park’s resources and meanings in a unique way that engages the public through a variety of artistic mediums such as painting, drawing or photography. The goal of this program is to appreciate the aesthetic value of National Parks like Capitol Reef. New for 2018 the park is offering one night sky photographer residency for two or four weeks Jan/Feb or May/June. As an International Dark Sky Park, we are interested in exploring new ways to appreciate the parks dark skies and to collect night sky photography that can assist the park’s scientific efforts in documenting the night sky quality with the goal of conservation. The park also offers a choice of residency of two or four weeks during the months of March and October for visual and performing artists, writers and composers. The selected artist will be given rent-free use of a furnished park house and will also receive a $500 contribution from The Entrada Institute to assist with travel and supply expenses. This Artist-in-Residence program is supported by Capitol Reef National Park, in partnership with the Capitol Reef Natural History Association and The Entrada Institute. “This residency program is a chance for the artistic community to share park resources through the eyes of an artist,” said Capitol Reef National Park Acting Superintendent Pam Rice. For those who are interested in applying, the online application is now available at https://www.nps.gov/care/getinvolved/artist-in-residence.htm. Application materials must be received by Tuesday, October 31, 2017. For more information about Capitol Reef National Park, visit www.nps.gov/care, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CapitolReefNPS/ , Twitter www.twitter.com/CapitolReefNPS , and Instagram at www.instagram.com/Capitolreefnps . https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2018-artist-in-residence-call-for-applicants.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/heritage-starfest-2017.htm Mon, 02 Oct 2017 11:18:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park and the Entrada Institute are partnering to present the 8th annual Heritage Starfest. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about dark skies. Events include a special guest speaker and solar viewing and star gazing with multiple telescopes.  The dark skies of Wayne County and Capitol Reef are among the darkest in the nation allowing visitors from around the world to enjoy pristine skies full of stars, constellations, and the Milky Way. This event celebrates dark sky resources. Click on the event title above to view all of the activities associated with this event. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/heritage-starfest-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/history-of-art-in-our-national-parks.htm Mon, 21 Aug 2017 12:28:00 EST Artist-in-Residence Kit Frost will present a one-hour evening program on the History of Art in our National Parks on Monday, August 28, 2017. This program will start at 8:30 p.m. MDT at the campground amphitheater. Kit will show examples of artists whose work inspired the formation of our National Parks and contemporary events in progress throughout the National Parks. Kit’s slideshow will include samples of new artwork created during her tenure as Artist-in-Residence at Crater Lake, Acadia, Glacier and her four-week residency at Capitol Reef. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/history-of-art-in-our-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/proposal-for-vehicle-fee-increase-and-restructure-of-group-campsite-fee.htm Fri, 18 Aug 2017 05:12:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park is seeking public comment on a proposal to increase the entrance fee for private vehicles and restructure the group campsite fee rate beginning in 2018. All other fees will remain the same. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/proposal-for-vehicle-fee-increase-and-restructure-of-group-campsite-fee.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2017-solar-eclipse.htm Tue, 08 Aug 2017 11:23:00 EST Visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy the August 21 partial Solar Eclipse. A solar telescope and a telescope with a solar filter will be set up in front of the visitor center starting at 9:00 am. Share this special event with us! https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2017-solar-eclipse.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/artist_in_residence_smartphone_photography_workshop.htm Thu, 27 Jul 2017 03:53:00 EST Artist-in-Residence Kit Frost will be teaching smartphone photography techniques at Capitol Reef National Park on Thursday, August 10, 2017. This workshop will be conducted from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Picnic Area, One mile south on the Scenic Drive. Kit will demonstrate simple techniques to take quality still shots, videos, panoramics and time-lapse photographs using a variety of smartphone apps. This class is open to participants of all ages and levels of experience and is free of charge. Participants must bring their fully-charged smart phones. Kit Frost has been an Artist-in-Residence at many national parks and monuments and conducts photography workshops throughout the west. She draws inspiration from the works of Thomas Moran, Ansel Adams and Georgia O’Keefe, relating to the monumental aspects of the American landscape. Sharing the artist experience with others is a key component of the park’s Artist-in-Residence program. During her residency Kit Frost will present public programs that provide park visitors the opportunity to see and experience Capitol Reef’s inspiring landscape in a new and creative way. For more information on Capitol Reef National Park’s Artist-in-Residence program, visit https://www.nps.gov/care/getinvolved/artist-in-residence.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/artist_in_residence_smartphone_photography_workshop.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/80th_anniversary_2017.htm Mon, 24 Jul 2017 10:32:00 EST Capitol Reef is celebrating 80 years of conservation. President Franklin Delano Roosevelt proclaimed Capitol Reef National Monument on August 2, 1937. President Richard Nixon signed legislation to create Capitol Reef National Park on December 18, 1971. The park and Capitol Reef Natural History Association are teaming up to celebrate this noteworthy milestone on August 2, 2017. Scheduled activities include: Birthday Celebration 9:00 am Join us for a brief ranger-led history talk and complimentary cupcakes. Located outside the visitor center. Music by David Boye 8:45 pm This musical evening program features David Boye on instrumental acoustic guitar. This composer and musician will be sharing his experiences and performing pieces from the Artist-in-Residence compositions that he has created in parks and monuments throughout the country. Located at the campground amphitheater. For further information about Capitol Reef National Park, visit www.nps.gov/care, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CapitolReefNPS/ Twitter www.twitter.com/CapitolReefNPS , and Instagram at www.instagram.com/Capitolreefnps . https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/80th_anniversary_2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-announces-first-artist-in-residence.htm Tue, 23 May 2017 08:39:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park is delighted to announce photographer Kit Frost as the first Artist-in-Residence (AIR) at the park. Through this Artist-in-Residence program, artists are able to express the park’s features and issues in a powerful and engaging way. This emerging program can present a new perspective and understanding of Capitol Reef’s effect on us, and of the challenges the park faces in this century. Kit Frost is a versatile artist who expresses through oil paints, video, and photography. “The land tells me how to record it; sometimes in time lapse sequences, sometimes a video clip, sometimes with oil paints, often in silence, always within a frame,” says Kit. She has been an Artist-in-Residence at Crater Lake, Acadia, Glacier and Mesa Verde National Parks, and the Bighorn National Recreation Area. Her residency in the park will be in August, 2017. Special thanks to the Entrada Institute for funding the artist’s travel and supplies. Learn about the Entrada Institute at www.entradainstitute.org. As part of the artist’s residency, Kit will present programs on her work and experience in Capitol Reef National Park. Through her work and talks, Kit will facilitate the connection between visitors and the park’s treasures, highlighting challenges the park faces and encouraging active stewardship of these precious resources. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-announces-first-artist-in-residence.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2017-summer-hours-of-operation.htm Fri, 12 May 2017 06:51:00 EST “Summer is around the corner and we’re excited to welcome visitors to the park and invite everyone to join our free ranger-guided programs,” says Chief of Interpretation Lori Rome. The Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center will be open 8:00 am to 6:00 pm daily starting Sunday May 21, 2017. Enjoy the exhibits, park movie and the Capitol Reef Natural History Association bookstore.   Free ranger-guided programs will be offered including a daily geology talk at 10:00 am and daily archeology programs at 3:00 pm. As staffing allows, nightly evening programs will be offered at the campground amphitheater typically 1 hour after sunset. Other special programs may be offered including a Moon Walk, Star Talk, Ranger-Guided hike, and Schoolhouse Talk. Check the visitor center for start times and locations. The historic Gifford House, located 1 mile (1.6 km) south of the visitor center on the Scenic Drive, will be open 8:00 am to 6:00 pm daily starting Sunday May 21, 2017. The Gifford House, operated by the Capitol Reef Natural History Association, has pioneer history information on display and sells fresh baked pies and pioneer-era reproduction items. Learn about this non-profit park partner at www.capitolreefnha.org and enjoy a taste of Fruita's history! For further information about Capitol Reef National Park, visit www.nps.gov/care, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CapitolReefNPS/ Twitter www.twitter.com/CapitolReefNPS , and Instagram at www.instagram.com/Capitolreefnps.   https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2017-summer-hours-of-operation.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/international_migratory_bird_day_2017.htm Mon, 08 May 2017 11:24:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park will be celebrating International Migratory Bird Day on Saturday, May 13, 2017. Many species of migratory birds including several varieties of warblers, sparrows, and raptors find a hospitable stop-over in the Capitol Reef area. Park biologists will be leading a bird walk from 7:30 am to 10:30 am. The walk meets at the Capitol Reef National Park picnic area parking lot. Participants should bring binoculars, water, sharp eyes and an interest in birds. International Migratory Bird Day was created in the 1990’s to foster a greater understanding, appreciation and protection of the phenomena of bird migration. To learn more about it, visit www.birdday.org. More information about Capitol Reef National Park can be found at www.nps.gov/care. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/international_migratory_bird_day_2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/spring-hours-2017.htm Thu, 09 Mar 2017 06:29:00 EST The Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center will be open 8:00 am to 5:00 pm daily starting Tuesday March 14, 2017. Enjoy the exhibits, park movie and the Capitol Reef Natural History Association bookstore. Winter hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm are generally from October to March each year. The historic Gifford House, located 1 mile (1.6 km) south of the visitor center on Scenic Drive, will be open 8:00 am to 5:00 pm daily staring Tuesday March 14, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/spring-hours-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2017-artist-in-residence.htm Thu, 23 Feb 2017 03:39:00 EST Application forms for Capitol Reef National Park’s 2017 Artist-in-Residence program are now being accepted. We are seeking applicants for the park’s first Artist-in-Residence program who will be able to express the park’s features and issues in a powerful and engaging way through the medium of painting, drawing or photography. The goal of this emerging program is to present a new perspective and understanding of Capitol Reef’s effect on us, and of the challenges the park faces in this century.   “This residency program is an exciting progression of our relationship with the artist community, and will give visitors the chance to know Capitol Reef in a new and different way, through the eyes of an artist,” said Capitol Reef National Park former Superintendent Leah McGinnis. This first Artist-in-Residence is scheduled to coincide with the Fourth Annual Arts and the Park: Light on the Reef Plein Air Event, scheduled for May 30 - June 3, 2017. For those who are interested in applying, the online application is now available at https://www.nps.gov/care/getinvolved/artist-in-residence.htm.  Application materials must be received by Wednesday April 5, 2017. For more information, please call 435-425-4112.  https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2017-artist-in-residence.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/leah-mcginnis-new-superintendent-saguaro-np.htm Thu, 12 Jan 2017 03:30:00 EST Leah McGinnis, a 28-year veteran of the National Park Service (NPS), has been named superintendent of Saguaro National Park in Arizona by NPS Intermountain Region Director Sue Masica. McGinnis, who recently completed a four-month stint as acting superintendent of Saguaro, is superintendent of Capitol Reef National Park in Utah. She will begin her new assignment the week of Feb. 19. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/leah-mcginnis-new-superintendent-saguaro-np.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/holiday_open_house_2016.htm Sun, 20 Nov 2016 06:12:00 EST “Come join us as we welcome the winter holidays with songs of the season’,” says Shirley Torgerson, Executive Director of the Capitol Reef Natural History Association. This open house celebration will be Friday December 2, 2016 from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.   At 2:00 pm children from Wayne County Loa Elementary School will decorate the park holiday tree with hand-made ornaments commemorating the National Park Service Centennial, and sing holiday songs. Live music by Becky Pace and Lynsey Shelar begins at 1:00 pm. Refreshments will be provided. A special discount of 20% off all bookstore merchandise is offered on Friday and Saturday, December 2 and 3. More information about Capitol Reef National Park can be found at www.nps.gov/care and about Capitol Reef Natural History Association at www.capitolreefnha.org.  https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/holiday_open_house_2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2017_fee_free_days.htm Mon, 14 Nov 2016 04:36:00 EST  National Park Service Announces Fee Free Days for 2017 Ten More Great Reasons to Visit a National Park WASHINGTON – Combine great scenery and history with great savings and visit a national park for free on one of 10 fee free days in 2017. The ten entrance fee-free days for 2017 will be: January 16: Martin Luther King Jr. Day February 20: Presidents Day April 15-16 & April 22-23: National Park Week Weekends August 25: National Park Service Birthday September 30: National Public Lands Day November 11-12: Veterans Day Weekend https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2017_fee_free_days.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2016-autumn-and-2017-winter-hours.htm Fri, 14 Oct 2016 05:33:00 EST The Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center is currently open 8:00 am to 6:00 pm through October 29. Free interpretive programs will include: a geology talk at the visitor center at 10:00 am, Prehistoric Culture talk at the Highway 24 petroglyph panel at 3:00 pm, and occasional campground evening programs at 7:30 pm as staffing allows. Beginning October 30, 2016, visitor center hours will be 8:00 am to 4:30 pm daily through the winter. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2016-autumn-and-2017-winter-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/heritage_starfest_2016.htm Sat, 17 Sep 2016 05:53:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park and the Entrada Institute are partnering to present the 7th annual Heritage Starfest. The weekend will be full of special events, guest speakers, stargazing, telescope viewing, storytelling and more. The dark skies of Wayne County and Capitol Reef are among the darkest in the nation allowing visitors from around the world to enjoy pristine skies full of stars, constellations, and the Milky Way. This event celebrates dark sky resources and the connection all living things have to the natural rhythms of the night. It is also an opportunity to celebrate the many contributions made by the late Linton Rohr. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/heritage_starfest_2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/harvest_homecoming.htm Thu, 08 Sep 2016 05:44:00 EST Join in the Celebration of Fruita’s Historic Orchards during Capitol Reef National Park’s premier centennial event, held in the Fruita Historic District of Capitol Reef National Park on Saturday, September 17, 2016! https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/harvest_homecoming.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/reward-offered-in-vandalism-at-petroglyph-panel.htm Thu, 18 Aug 2016 14:10:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park has partnered with the Capitol Reef Natural History Association in offering a reward of $500 for information leading to the conviction of individuals who vandalized the "Highway Petroglyph Site" in Capitol Reef National Park. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/reward-offered-in-vandalism-at-petroglyph-panel.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/do-not-write-on-the-rocks-it-is-illegal.htm Wed, 10 Aug 2016 04:50:00 EST A dramatic rise in the number of graffiti incidents is occurring in areas throughout Capitol Reef National Park. Under the Archeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA), these acts of vandalism are illegal and are punishable by up to 2 years in prison and/or a $20,000 fine. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/do-not-write-on-the-rocks-it-is-illegal.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/centennial-celebration.htm Mon, 08 Aug 2016 14:16:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park will celebrate the 100th birthday of the National Park Service by giving special programs on Thursday, August 25, 2016. All ranger talks will celebrate this momentous milestone, culminating with an evening program on the History of the National Park Service, given at the Fruita Campground amphitheater at 8:30 pm. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/centennial-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/ripple-rock-nature-center-partners-in-the-park.htm Wed, 20 Jul 2016 14:35:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park’s Ripple Rock Nature provides local community youth, along with the general public, an exceptional opportunity to experience and learn about the park’s natural and cultural history through daily hands-on programs, Junior Ranger activities, and interactive displays. The nature center helps to educate youth and enhance their understanding of American Indian culture, pioneer history, geology, paleontology, astronomy, wildlife, and much more. The goal of the nature center is not to simply teach park visitors about the many wonders within the park, but to foster curiosity through playful activities. Ripple Rock Nature Center programs and displays target family groups, but there is something fun for everyone to enjoy. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/ripple-rock-nature-center-partners-in-the-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-2016-fruit-harvest.htm Thu, 02 Jun 2016 14:02:00 EST Fruit season is upon us. Cherries, apricots, peaches, plums, apples, and pears are typically available for harvest each summer at Capitol Reef National Park. The prediction for the 2016 fruit season shows that apricots, apples, pears and peaches should be in good supply. “We are looking forward to a fun and safe fruit season,” says Superintendent Leah McGinnis. Up-to-date fruit harvest information and pricing is recorded on the Capitol Reef Fruit Hotline as fruit ripens and specific harvest start dates are determined. To reach the fruit hotline, call (435) 425-3791. Once the park number connects, press one for general information and, at the voice prompt for the orchard hotline, press five. Fruit harvest information is also posted on the park Facebook page and Twitter feed. Information on the Fruita Orchards is available on the parks website at www.nps.gov/care under “plan your visit.” Climbing fruit trees is not permitted in the park. The National Park Service provides special fruit picking ladders. Use care when picking fruit and carefully read and follow posted instructions on fruit picking and ladder use. Commercial picking requires a permit. Capitol Reef National Park uses the receipts from fruit sales to defray the cost of maintaining the orchards. The historic Fruita orchards are among the largest in the National Park System and were established beginning in the 1880s by Mormon pioneer residents of Fruita. The orchards are a main focus of the park’s celebrations during this Centennial anniversary of the National Park Service. About the National Park Service: More than 20,000 National Park Service employees care for America’s 409 national parks and work with communities across the nation to help preserve local history and create close-to-home recreational opportunities. Learn more at www.nps.gov. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-2016-fruit-harvest.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2016-summer-hours-of-operation.htm Tue, 10 May 2016 10:14:00 EST The Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center will be open 8:00 am to 6:00 pm daily starting Sunday May 15, 2016. Visitors can expect to see more people in the park this Centennial summer, and parking areas may be full during peak hours. Free ranger-guided programs will be offered beginning May 22 including a daily geology talk at 10:00 am and daily archeology programs at 3:00 pm. Nightly evening programs will be offered at the campground amphitheater typically 1 hour after sunset. Other programs include Talks, Walks, star programs and hikes. Ranger program schedules are posted at the visitor center, Gifford house, nature center, and Campground Hosts' sites with start times and locations. The Ripple Rock Nature Center, located .9 mile (1.4 km) south of the visitor center on Scenic Drive, will open for the season May 22 and be open daily 9:00 am to 5:00 pm through Labor Day weekend, with generous staffing support from Utah Valley University interns and Capitol Reef Natural History Association staff. The historic Gifford House, located 1 mile (1.6 km) south of the visitor center on Scenic Drive, will also extend hours from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm daily staring Sunday May 15, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2016-summer-hours-of-operation.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/a_class_act_2016.htm Tue, 10 May 2016 10:00:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park Rangers, Loa Elementary Fifth Graders, and Wayne School Superintendent Burke Torgerson all have momentous occasions to celebrate! On the morning of Thursday, May 19, 2016, we will join together at the Fruita Historic Schoolhouse to celebrate the graduation of Fifth Grade students from Loa Elementary School, the retirement of Wayne School Superintendent Burke Torgerson, and the Centennial of the National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/a_class_act_2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/notice-of-fivemile-wash-closure.htm Sun, 01 May 2016 14:42:00 EST Due to special resource management concerns, Fivemile Wash is closed to hiking and canyoneering from the head of the wash to two miles downstream in the drainage. This closure will begin May 1, 2016 and remain in effect until August 31, 2016. This closure is in accordance with 36 CFR 1.5 (a)(1). The National Park Service (NPS) works to sustain and recover over a thousand populations of federally listed threatened and endangered (T&E) species. Over half of the 407 NPS units contain one or more endangered or threatened species. Our mission is to reduce the risk of extinction of plants and animals in the parks, and to restore species that have occurred in parks historically but have been lost due to human activities. The NPS seeks to be proactive in determining the status of rare species and cooperating with other agencies to conserve declining species to avoid listing under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please call the visitor center staff at 435-425-3791 for more information. About the National Park Service: More than 20,000 National Park Service employees care for America's 407 national parks and work with communities across the nation to help preserve local history and create close-to-home recreational opportunities. Visit us at www.nps.gov, on Facebook www.facebook.com/nationalparkservice, Twitter www.twitter.com/natlparkservice, and YouTube www.youtube.com/nationalparkservice. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/notice-of-fivemile-wash-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/np_week_2016.htm Thu, 31 Mar 2016 06:20:00 EST Celebrate National Park Week with free admission and special programs from April 16-24.Capitol Reef National Park staff will offer programs on park geology, prehistoric cultures, Pioneer history, nature, and astronomy.Schedules will be posted in the visitor center and Fruita Campground. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/np_week_2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/harvest-homecoming-on-september-17-2016.htm Tue, 15 Mar 2016 14:31:00 EST "Celebrate Harvest Homecoming with us," says Shirley Torgerson, Executive Director of the Capitol Reef Natural History Association. This year's gathering on September 17, 2016, also celebrates the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service and is Capitol Reef National Park's signature centennial event. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/harvest-homecoming-on-september-17-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2016-easter-egg-hunt.htm Tue, 15 Mar 2016 10:46:00 EST Everyone is invited to the annual Easter Egg Hunt in Capitol Reef National Park at 9:00 am on Saturday, March 26. The egg hunt is organized for three groups: children ages 3, 4 and 5 at the Picnic Area;ages 6, 7 and 8 also at the Picnic Area;and ages 9, 10 and 11 at the Ripple Rock Nature Center. Participants are encouraged to arrive early! Special programming at the Ripple Rock Nature Center will be provided for visitors of all ages during Saturday afternoon. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2016-easter-egg-hunt.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2016_spring_hours.htm Thu, 03 Mar 2016 03:37:00 EST The Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center will be open 8:00 am to 5:00 pm daily starting Tuesday March 22, 2016. The historic Gifford House will be open 8:00 am to 5:00 pm daily starting Monday, March 14, 2016.The park itself is open continuously. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2016_spring_hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-receives-transportation-grant-from-national-park-foundation.htm Thu, 03 Dec 2015 11:22:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park received a transportation grant from the National Park Foundation. The grant will fund transportation for Salina Elementary 4th graders, teachers, and chaperones to visit the park as part of their social study curriculum. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-receives-transportation-grant-from-national-park-foundation.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2016-fee-free-days-for-capitol-reef.htm Thu, 03 Dec 2015 07:47:00 EST The National Park Service Centennial year is almost here! To help celebrate, the National Park Service will offer 16 entrance fee free days in 2016 (16 in '16). https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2016-fee-free-days-for-capitol-reef.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/annual-open-house-at-capitol-reef-national-park-with-holiday-songs.htm Mon, 23 Nov 2015 04:40:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park annual holiday open house Dec 4, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/annual-open-house-at-capitol-reef-national-park-with-holiday-songs.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-celebrates-earth-science-week.htm Fri, 09 Oct 2015 05:38:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park celebrates Earth Science Week with Snakes Alive! https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-celebrates-earth-science-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2015-autumn-and-2016-winter-hours-of-operations.htm Fri, 09 Oct 2015 05:03:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park will be open 8:00 am to 4:30 pm for the fall and winter. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2015-autumn-and-2016-winter-hours-of-operations.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/celebrate-the-dark-night-sky-at-heritage-starfest.htm Sat, 26 Sep 2015 04:52:00 EST Celebrate the dark night sky at Heritage Starfest on October 9 and 10, 2015 https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/celebrate-the-dark-night-sky-at-heritage-starfest.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/harvest-homecoming-2015.htm Tue, 22 Sep 2015 12:02:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park and Capitol Reef Natural History Association celebrate Harvest Homecoming October 3rd, with live music and cultural demonstrations on quilting and rug twining, and apple pressing and pottery making. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/harvest-homecoming-2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/group-campsite-reservation-changes.htm Tue, 22 Sep 2015 11:28:00 EST Beginning with the 2016 camping season, visitors will use www.recreation.gov to make their camping reservations for the group campsite. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/group-campsite-reservation-changes.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/every-kid-in-a-park.htm Tue, 01 Sep 2015 04:54:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park welcomes fourth grade students through the Every Kid in a Park initiative. This new national program encourages families and classes to visit National Parks. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/every-kid-in-a-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fivemile-wash-closure.htm Mon, 29 Jun 2015 07:18:00 EST Fivemile Wash closed until Aug. 31, 2015 https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fivemile-wash-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/asphalt-project-leads-to-temporary-closures.htm Thu, 11 Jun 2015 05:24:00 EST A pavement preservation project will lead to some temporary closures. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/asphalt-project-leads-to-temporary-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2015-fruit-harvest.htm Fri, 05 Jun 2015 06:34:00 EST The 2015 fruit season is upon us https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2015-fruit-harvest.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fee-increase-2015.htm Fri, 15 May 2015 10:04:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park will increase entrance and camping fees beginning June 1, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fee-increase-2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/summer-hours-2015.htm Fri, 15 May 2015 09:51:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park Summer 2015 Hours https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/summer-hours-2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/tourism-to-capitol-reef-national-park-economic-benefits.htm Sun, 26 Apr 2015 09:28:00 EST Report shows visitor spending supports 776 jobs in local community https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/tourism-to-capitol-reef-national-park-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-receives-international-dark-sky-designation.htm Thu, 16 Apr 2015 09:38:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park receives designation as an "International Dark Sky Park" by the International Dark-Sky Association. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-national-park-receives-international-dark-sky-designation.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-joins-find-your-park-movement.htm Wed, 01 Apr 2015 12:10:00 EST National Park Week 2015 encourages everyone to Find Your Park https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-joins-find-your-park-movement.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2015-spring-hours-of-operations.htm Thu, 12 Mar 2015 11:31:00 EST 2015 Spring hours for the Capitol Reef Visitor Center https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2015-spring-hours-of-operations.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/grazing-trailing-eis-seeks-public-input.htm Tue, 10 Mar 2015 11:52:00 EST The National Park Service seeks public input on the Livestock Grazing and Trailing Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement for Capitol Reef National Park. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/grazing-trailing-eis-seeks-public-input.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/annual-open-house-with-nature-holiday-songs.htm Sat, 22 Nov 2014 05:41:00 EST Annual open house at Capitol Reef National Park with nature's holiday songs https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/annual-open-house-with-nature-holiday-songs.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-is-accepting-comments-on-possible-increase-in-recreation-fees.htm Thu, 20 Nov 2014 03:38:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park is accepting comments on possible increase in recreation fees https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-is-accepting-comments-on-possible-increase-in-recreation-fees.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/celebrate-harvest-homecoming-on-october-4-2014.htm Thu, 02 Oct 2014 04:37:00 EST Celebrate Harvest Homecoming on Saturday, October 4, 2014 https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/celebrate-harvest-homecoming-on-october-4-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fall-and-winter-hours-of-operation.htm Sat, 20 Sep 2014 05:21:00 EST 2014 Fall and 2015 Winter hours of operation https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fall-and-winter-hours-of-operation.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/heritage-starfest-2014.htm Fri, 05 Sep 2014 09:18:00 EST Celebrate the dark night sky at Heritage Starfest on September 19 and 20, 2014 https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/heritage-starfest-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-receives-2014-impact-grant-from-the-national-park-foundation.htm Tue, 26 Aug 2014 04:31:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park receives an impact grant from National Park Foundation to learn about bear, mountain lion, and mule deer use of the Historic Fruita area. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/capitol-reef-receives-2014-impact-grant-from-the-national-park-foundation.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/tourism-to-capitol-reef-national-park-creates.htm Fri, 25 Jul 2014 09:17:00 EST Tourism to Capitol Reef National Park creates $45 million in Economic Benefit - Report shows visitor spending supports 555 jobs in local economy https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/tourism-to-capitol-reef-national-park-creates.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2014-fruit-harvest.htm Wed, 25 Jun 2014 09:33:00 EST 2014 Fruit Harvest https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2014-fruit-harvest.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/arts-and-the-parks-light-on-the-reef.htm Thu, 08 May 2014 12:10:00 EST Join the Entrada Institute to see artists paint throughout the park. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/arts-and-the-parks-light-on-the-reef.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/international-migratory-bird-day-2014.htm Wed, 07 May 2014 06:11:00 EST Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day on Saturday, May 17, 2014 https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/international-migratory-bird-day-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2014-summer-hours-of-operation.htm Thu, 01 May 2014 05:45:00 EST 2014 Summer Hours of Operation https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2014-summer-hours-of-operation.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/keeping-traditions-alive.htm Thu, 01 May 2014 05:40:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park celebrates "Keeping Traditions Alive" on Saturday, May 17, 2014 https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/keeping-traditions-alive.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/national-park-week-2014.htm Thu, 03 Apr 2014 06:14:00 EST Come Celebrate National Park Week 2014 https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/national-park-week-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/crnha-receives-numerous-awards.htm Fri, 14 Mar 2014 11:28:00 EST Capitol Reef Natural History Association received numerous awards for a children’s book “Why the Moon Paints her Face Black” https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/crnha-receives-numerous-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/spring-hours-of-operation.htm Mon, 10 Mar 2014 07:25:00 EST 2014 Spring Hours of Operation https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/spring-hours-of-operation.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/hickman-bridge-repair.htm Mon, 10 Mar 2014 06:19:00 EST Repair work temporarily closes Hickman Bridge Trailhead https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/hickman-bridge-repair.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/hickman-bridge-trail-reopens.htm Fri, 29 Nov 2013 03:46:00 EST Hickman Bridge Trailhead Reopens https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/hickman-bridge-trail-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/winter-hours-2013-14.htm Wed, 20 Nov 2013 02:46:00 EST The Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center operating hours will be 8:00 am to 4:30 pm daily starting Sunday December 1, 2013. Enjoy the 18-minute park movie “Watermark”, exhibits and bookstore. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/winter-hours-2013-14.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/book-release.htm Thu, 01 Aug 2013 11:39:00 EST Please join Capitol Reef National Park on Saturday, August 10, 2013 for special events to celebrate the release of a new children's book Why the Moon Paints Her Face Black. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/book-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2013-fruit-harvest.htm Tue, 09 Jul 2013 09:04:00 EST Fruit season is upon us. Cherries, apricots, peaches, plums, apples, and pears are typically available for harvest each summer at Capitol Reef National Park. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2013-fruit-harvest.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/resurfacing-highway-24.htm Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:00 EST The Utah Department of Transportation (DOT) will begin a project to resurface the roadway on Highway 24 starting Tuesday May 28, 2013 and continue through Thursday May 30, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/resurfacing-highway-24.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/new-superintendent.htm Mon, 20 May 2013 06:36:00 EST Leah McGinnis named new superintendent at Capitol Reef National Park. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/new-superintendent.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/rockfall-closes-hickman-bridge-trailhead.htm Mon, 01 Apr 2013 06:01:00 EST Rockfall Closes Hickman Bridge Trailhead https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/rockfall-closes-hickman-bridge-trailhead.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2013-spring-hours.htm Tue, 26 Feb 2013 02:53:00 EST The Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center will be open 8:00 am to 5:00 pm daily starting Thursday March 14, 2013. Enjoy the exhibits, park movie and the Capitol Reef Natural History Association bookstore. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2013-spring-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fee-free-weekends.htm Fri, 02 Nov 2012 05:35:00 EST The National Park Service will offer two fee-free weekends this winter to encourage Americans to visit these national treasures. There are 398 national park units located across the country in 49 states, and most Americans live less than a day's drive from a park. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fee-free-weekends.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/winter-hours-2012-2013.htm Mon, 15 Oct 2012 09:08:00 EST The Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center operating hours will be 8:00 am to 4:30 pm daily starting Sunday November 4, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/winter-hours-2012-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/earth-science-week.htm Mon, 01 Oct 2012 11:35:00 EST Join Capitol Reef as we motivate geoscientists to share their knowledge and enthusiasm about the Earth for Earth Science Week 2012! https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/earth-science-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2012-autumn-hours-of-operation.htm Tue, 25 Sep 2012 05:22:00 EST The Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center operating hours will be 8:00 am to 5:00 pm daily starting Monday October 1, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2012-autumn-hours-of-operation.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/hale-and-elberta-peach-harvest.htm Mon, 13 Aug 2012 03:45:00 EST Hale and Elberta peaches will be available for harvest at Capitol Reef National Park's historic orchards https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/hale-and-elberta-peach-harvest.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/apple-and-peach-harvest.htm Mon, 23 Jul 2012 07:30:00 EST Summer apple and peach harvests begin July 31st. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/apple-and-peach-harvest.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/75th-anniversary.htm Mon, 09 Jul 2012 03:42:00 EST 75th Anniversary Celebration https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/75th-anniversary.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/pear-and-apple-harvest.htm Mon, 09 Jul 2012 03:17:00 EST Fruit Harvest https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/pear-and-apple-harvest.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/apricot-harvest.htm Wed, 20 Jun 2012 03:18:00 EST The apricot harvest is beginning at Capitol Reef National Park’s historic orchards. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/apricot-harvest.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/easter-celebration-2012.htm Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:05:00 EST Join Capitol Reef Natural History Association in celebrating Easter on Saturday April 7, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/easter-celebration-2012.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2012-spring-hours.htm Tue, 13 Mar 2012 07:50:00 EST Enjoy springtime at Capitol Reef National Park! https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/2012-spring-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/winter-hours-2011-2012.htm Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:01:00 EST Enjoy Capitol Reef in the wonderful winter season. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/winter-hours-2011-2012.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/earth-science-celebration.htm Wed, 12 Oct 2011 13:00:00 EST Celebrate Earth Science Week at Capitol Reef on Saturday October 15, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/earth-science-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/paiutefieldtrip.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:26:00 EST On August 6th and 7th, in an inaugural weekend field trip, members of the Koosharem Band of Paiutes, headquartered in Richfield, Utah, visited Capitol Reef National Park. For some, it was their first visit to this land for which they have strong ancestral ties. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/paiutefieldtrip.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/summerschedule.htm Wed, 02 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park’s Visitor Center commenced summer hours. The Visitor Center will open daily at 8 a.m. and close at 6 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/summerschedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/national-park-week-and-national-junior-ranger-day.htm Sun, 11 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park will join national parks throughout the country in celebrating National Park Week, from April 17 through April 25, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/national-park-week-and-national-junior-ranger-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/scenicdrive.htm Wed, 17 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/scenicdrive.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fee-free-weekend.htm Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park Will Waive Entrance Fees On Three Summer Weekends https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/fee-free-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/ghcelebrates.htm Wed, 26 Mar 2008 20:00:00 EST On May 17th, the Capitol Reef Natural History Association, will hold a Centennial Celebration to recognize the significance of early pioneer history to the region. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/ghcelebrates.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/applesandpears.htm Mon, 03 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park’s Jackson Orchard is currently open for apple harvest. Apple and pear harvest from the Cook and Holt Orchards, will begin on Wednesday, September 5. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/applesandpears.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/apricots07.htm Tue, 26 Jun 2007 20:00:00 EST The annual apricot crop harvest at Capitol Reef National Park’s historic orchards will open on Wednesday, June 27th. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/apricots07.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/ntnljrrangerday.htm Mon, 16 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST Capitol Reef National Park will join hundreds of parks throughout the United States in celebrating National Junior Ranger Day on Saturday, April 28, 2007. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/ntnljrrangerday.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/wmsserviceproject.htm Mon, 09 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST Students from Wayne Middle School participated in a four-hour service project clearing the Historic Fruita Orchards of pruning debris last week. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/wmsserviceproject.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/teacherarcheowrkshp.htm Wed, 04 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST Intrigue of the Past, a workshop to assist in teaching archeology and conservation, will be held at Capitol Reef National Park on Friday and Saturday, May 18 and 19, 2007. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/teacherarcheowrkshp.htm https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/winterhours.htm Mon, 13 Nov 2006 19:00:00 EST Fall has arrived at Capitol Reef National Park bringing cooler temperatures, fall colors, and shorter hours at the Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/news/winterhours.htm