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			<title>nps.gov - Point Reyes National Seashore - News Releases</title>
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			<description>News releases from Point Reyes National Seashore.
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				  <title>Open House with DOI, NPS, and TNC on April 16</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/release-march-30-2026.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Department of the Interior, National Park Service, and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) will co-host a community open house to discuss ongoing management of grasslands within 17,000 acres of the headlands and Pierce Point areas of Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/release-march-30-2026.htm</description>
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				  <title>Avian Influenza Detected in Seabird at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/avian-influenza.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:40:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Biologists at Point Reyes National Seashore&#160;received results of a presumptive positive case&#160;of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a&#160;dead&#160;common murre. Park staff are coordinating closely with wildlife health experts and partner organizations to&#160;monitor&#160;wildlife health and assess conditions in the park.&#160; https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/avian-influenza.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service and Federal Aviation Administration Announce Proposed Air Tour Management Voluntary Agreement for San Francisco Bay Area Parks</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/news/2025-12-02-atmp-voluntary-agreement-comment-period.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Park Service announce the availability of a proposed commercial air tour management voluntary agreement for Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Muir Woods National Monument, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, and Point Reyes National Seashore. A 30-day public review period on the proposed agreement begins on December 2, 2025. Public comments can be submitted through the NPS Planning, Environment and Public Comment website from December 2, 2025, through January 2, 2026. https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/news/2025-12-02-atmp-voluntary-agreement-comment-period.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Seeks Concessionaire to Provide Recreational Horse Services and Activities</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/point-reyes-national-seashore-seeks-concessionaire-to-provide-recreational-horse-services-and-activities.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking proposals to provide guided horseback rides, horse boarding, and horse camp services at Five Brooks Stables and Five Brooks Horse Camp. The selected concessioner will provide these services over a 10-year term. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/point-reyes-national-seashore-seeks-concessionaire-to-provide-recreational-horse-services-and-activities.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Announces Revised Record of Decision for General Management Plan Amendment and Settlement Agreement on the Management of Ranching on Park Lands</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20250108-gmp-amendment-revised-rod-and-settlement-agreement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jan 2025 11:50:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore has announced a Revised Record of Decision for the General Management Plan Amendment and Environmental Impact Statement (GMPA) for Point Reyes National Seashore and the north district of Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The GMPA provides management guidance for the preservation of natural and cultural resources and the management of infrastructure and visitor use in the planning area. The plan also addresses the management of native tule elk and park lands currently leased for ranching. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20250108-gmp-amendment-revised-rod-and-settlement-agreement.htm</description>
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				  <title>18th Annual Point Reyes Fungus Fair</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20250104-18th-annual-fungus-fair.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sat, 04 Jan 2025 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The public is invited to participate in a fungus collecting foray on Saturday, January 11, 2025, and to learn more at the 18th Annual Bay Area Mycological Society/Point Reyes National Seashore Fungus Fair on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at the Bear Valley Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20250104-18th-annual-fungus-fair.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore issues final Tomales Point Area Plan</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20241202-tomales-point-area-plan-ea-finding-of-no-significant-impact.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>In compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act, Point Reyes National Seashore is issuing a Finding of No Significant Impact for the Tomales Point Area Plan and environmental assessment, which analyzed three alternatives and was released last spring for public review and comment. The National Park Service selected alternative includes removal of the tule elk enclosure fence and all temporary water systems installed during the most recent drought. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20241202-tomales-point-area-plan-ea-finding-of-no-significant-impact.htm</description>
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				  <title>Naturalization Ceremony to be Held in Point Reyes National Seashore on October 22, 2024.</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20241016-naturalization-ceremony24.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The public is invited to witness 42 candidates become new American citizens at Point Reyes National Seashore on Tuesday, October 22 at 10:30 am. The ceremony will take place in the Bear Valley group picnic area. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20241016-naturalization-ceremony24.htm</description>
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				  <title>Anne Altman selected as superintendent of Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20240912-anne-altman-selected-as-superintendent-of-point-reyes-national-seashore.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 12 Sep 2024 08:45:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service has selected Anne Dubinsky Altman as the new permanent superintendent of Point Reyes National Seashore beginning September 22, 2024.&#8239; https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20240912-anne-altman-selected-as-superintendent-of-point-reyes-national-seashore.htm</description>
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				  <title>Closures of Palomarin and Sky Trailhead Parking Lots and Part of Sky Trail for Resurfacing and Trail Work</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20240905-palomarin-and-sky-trailheads-closed-for-resurfacing.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2024 01:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>In September and early October 2024, Point Reyes National Seashore will be closing the Palomarin Trailhead and the Sky Trailhead parking lots and the Sky Trail from the Sky Trailhead to Sky Campground to conduct resurfacing and trail work. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20240905-palomarin-and-sky-trailheads-closed-for-resurfacing.htm</description>
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				  <title>New Date, Saturday, September 7, for the 42nd Point Reyes National Seashore Sand Sculpture Contest&#8239;</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20240815-sand-sculpture-contest-2024.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2024 12:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to join the 42nd Annual Sand Sculpture Contest. We welcome all ages at this free community event located at Drakes Beach. Create your own sand sculpture or marvel at the works made by participants. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20240815-sand-sculpture-contest-2024.htm</description>
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				  <title>Multiagency effort leads to sucessful horse rescue in Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/multiagency-effort-leads-to-sucessful-horse-rescue-in-point-reyes-national-seashore.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jun 2024 10:56:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The challenging rescue, which ended up taking seven hours to complete, unfolded when teams responded to a call for a horse wedged in a precarious position down a densely vegetated ravine. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/multiagency-effort-leads-to-sucessful-horse-rescue-in-point-reyes-national-seashore.htm</description>
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				  <title>The National Park Service seeks public input on the Tomales Point Area Plan at Point Reyes National Seashore&#8239;</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20240506-tomales-point-area-plan-ea-public-comment-period-announcement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2024 06:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service seeks public comment for the Tomales Point Area Plan and environmental assessment that will update management of the Tomales Point area of Point Reyes National Seashore. This announcement initiates a 31-day public comment period that will end on Wednesday, June 5, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20240506-tomales-point-area-plan-ea-public-comment-period-announcement.htm</description>
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				  <title>17th Annual Point Reyes Fungus Fair</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20240104-17th-annual-fungus-fair.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jan 2024 08:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The public is invited to participate in a fungus collecting foray on Saturday, January 6, 2024, and to learn more at the 17th Annual Bay Area Mycological Society/Point Reyes National Seashore Fungus Fair on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at the Bear Valley Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20240104-17th-annual-fungus-fair.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Wheelchair Available to Reserve at Drakes Beach</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231116-beach-wheelchair.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A beach wheelchair is now available for visitors to reserve for use at Drakes Beach in Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231116-beach-wheelchair.htm</description>
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				  <title>Drowning at South Beach on Friday, November 10, 2023</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231116-drowning-at-south-beach.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 09:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service responded to a possible drowning at South Beach on Friday, November 10, 2023. On November 14, 2023, the Marin County Coroner&#39;s Office positively identified the decedent as Richard Sumi, a 73-year-old male from Hercules, California. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231116-drowning-at-south-beach.htm</description>
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				  <title>15th Anniversary Giacomini Wetlands Restoration Celebration</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231020-giacomini-wetlands-15th-anniversary.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2023 11:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The public is invited to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Giacomini Wetlands Restoration project at Point Reyes National Seashore. The free event will be held on Saturday, October 28. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231020-giacomini-wetlands-15th-anniversary.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Burn Planned West of the Cypress Tree Tunnel for Friday, October 20, 2023</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231019-rxburn-near-tree-tunnel.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 09:45:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore fire managers, in collaboration with the Marin County Fire Department, are monitoring conditions for an opportunity to implement a 12-acre prescribed burn west of the cypress tunnel and north of the lighthouse. This burn may begin on Friday, October 20, and is expected to last one to two days. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231019-rxburn-near-tree-tunnel.htm</description>
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				  <title>Recovery Efforts Scaled Back for Missing Swimmer at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231006-recovery-efforts-scaled-back-for-missing-swimmer.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 06 Oct 2023 11:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Officials from the National Park Service (NPS) Point Reyes National Seashore have scaled back recovery efforts for swimmer Felix Louis N&#39;jai, who was reported missing near Wildcat Beach at 10:20 am on Sunday, October 1, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231006-recovery-efforts-scaled-back-for-missing-swimmer.htm</description>
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				  <title>Removal of a Historic Grow Site at Point Reyes National Seashore on October 5, 2023</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231005-illegal-marijauna-grow-site-removal.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2023 07:15:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service at Point Reyes National Seashore will remove trash and chemicals from a former illegal marijuana grow site operation near Laguna Trail on Thursday, October 5, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231005-illegal-marijauna-grow-site-removal.htm</description>
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				  <title>Recovery Efforts Continue for Missing Swimmer at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231003-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-swimmer-at-point-reyes-national-seashore.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 06:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Officials from the National Park Service and other agencies are continuing their search for a swimmer reported missing on the morning of Sunday, October 1, 2023, at 10:30 am, but officials are now calling the search a recovery effort. &#160; https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231003-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-swimmer-at-point-reyes-national-seashore.htm</description>
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				  <title>Search Continues for Missing Swimmer at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231002-search-continues-for-missing-swimmer-at-point-reyes-national-seashore.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2023 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Officials from the National Park Service and other agencies are continuing their search for a swimmer reported missing on the morning of Sunday, October 1, 2023, at 10:30 am near a remote area of Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20231002-search-continues-for-missing-swimmer-at-point-reyes-national-seashore.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Holds Naturalization Ceremony on the Park&#39;s 61st Anniversary</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230907-naturalization-ceremony23.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 07 Sep 2023 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Forty candidates from 18 countries will become new citizens during a ceremony at Point Reyes National Seashore on Wednesday, September 13, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230907-naturalization-ceremony23.htm</description>
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				  <title>Tourism to Point Reyes National Seashore Contributes $117 Million to Local Economy</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230828-prns-tourism-economic-benefits.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 2.3 million visitors to Point Reyes National Seashore in 2022 spent $117 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 1,120 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $149 million. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230828-prns-tourism-economic-benefits.htm</description>
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				  <title>The National Park Service Seeks Public Input for the Tomales Point Area Plan at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230825-tomales-point-area-plan-public-scoping-period-announcement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 25 Aug 2023 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service seeks public comment for the proposed Tomales Point Area Plan and environmental assessment that will update management of the Tomales Point area of Point Reyes National Seashore. This announcement initiates a 31-day public comment period that will end on Monday, September 25, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230825-tomales-point-area-plan-public-scoping-period-announcement.htm</description>
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				  <title>World Ranger Day Commemoration on July 31, 2023</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230724-world-ranger-day.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 24 Jul 2023 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is hosting an event on Monday, July 31, 2023, 10 am&#8211;11:30 am, at the Kenneth C. Patrick Visitor Center at Drakes Beach to commemorate World Ranger Day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230724-world-ranger-day.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service selects Point Reyes Lodging Corporation to operate visitor services at Point Reyes National Seashore Hostel</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230706-hostel-contract-awarded.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2023 07:45:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service has selected Point Reyes Lodging Corporation to operate visitor services in Point Reyes National Seashore under a 10-year concession contract. The existing hostel lodging and other visitor services at Point Reyes Hostel will transition to the new concessioner on October 17, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230706-hostel-contract-awarded.htm</description>
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				  <title>Morgan Horse Ranch 53rd Anniversary Celebration at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230613-morgan-horse-ranch-53-celebration.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jun 2023 07:15:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 10 am to 2 pm, Point Reyes National Seashore will be celebrating the 53rd anniversary of its Morgan Horse Ranch. The event will include horseshoe painting, leather working, and roping. This is a family friendly event. It is free and open to the public. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230613-morgan-horse-ranch-53-celebration.htm</description>
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				  <title>The National Park Service announces availability of comments and update for the Tomales Point Area Plan at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230609-tomales-point-area-plan-update.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jun 2023 06:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service is updating its management planning for the Tomales Point area of Point Reyes National Seashore. A summary of comments received during public engagement in the spring of 2022 are now available. The proposed action will be presented for public review and comment later this summer as part of an environmental assessment. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230609-tomales-point-area-plan-update.htm</description>
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				  <title>2023 Summer Youth Conservation Corps</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230406-ycc23.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 06 Apr 2023 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking applications for the 2023 Youth Conservation Corps Program. Completed applications must be returned or postmarked no later than April 28, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230406-ycc23.htm</description>
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				  <title>Visitation to Golden Gate National Recreation Area and Bay Area parks rebounded in 2022</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/news/2022-visitation-at-golden-gate-national-recreation-area.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2023 08:51:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>In a significant increase over the previous year, more than 17.3 million visitors came to Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Muir Woods National Monument, and Fort Point National Historic Site in 2022. https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/news/2022-visitation-at-golden-gate-national-recreation-area.htm</description>
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				  <title>Spring 2023 Annual Wildlife Protection Closures</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230301-springwildlifeprotectionclosures23.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2023 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, annual closures of Drakes Estero, Estero de Limantour, Double Point, and the westernmost end of Limantour Spit are implemented to protect harbor seals during their pupping season. From March 1 through July 31, 2023, Miller Rocks, Hog Island, and Duck Island are closed to better protect nesting seabirds. From March 1 through September 30, 2023, a portion of the Point Reyes Beach is closed to certain activities to better protect nesting western snowy plovers. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230301-springwildlifeprotectionclosures23.htm</description>
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				  <title>San Francisco Bay Area Parks Air Tour Management Plan Completed</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/news/san-francisco-bay-area-parks-air-tour-management-plan-completed.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2023 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service and the Federal Aviation Administration completed a combined air tour management plan for Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Muir Woods National Monument, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, and Point Reyes National Seashore. The plan establishes measures to protect all four parks&#8217; resources including natural and cultural resources, and visitor experience.&#160;&#160; https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/news/san-francisco-bay-area-parks-air-tour-management-plan-completed.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore seeks proposals for operation of Point Reyes hostel</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230109-hostel-concessions-opportunity.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2023 12:20:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is announcing today a concession contract business opportunity to operate hostel-style lodging and other minor visitor services in the park. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20230109-hostel-concessions-opportunity.htm</description>
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				  <title>Tree Work at Cypress Tree Tunnel at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20221101-tree-work-at-cypress-tree-tunnel.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2022 13:05:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From November 1, 2022, through December 2, 2022, tree work will be conducted at the popular Cypress Tree Tunnel area at Point Reyes National Seashore. Workers will be trimming trees and removing hazard trees during this time. This work will take place 7 am&#8211;5 pm, Monday through Friday. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20221101-tree-work-at-cypress-tree-tunnel.htm</description>
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				  <title>Ongoing drought prompts Point Reyes National Seashore to provide supplemental water for tule elk at Tomales Point for a second year</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20221012-second-year-of-supplemental-water.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 10:47:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>As of the first week of September 2022, supplemental water systems have been re-activated and will be maintained by Point Reyes National Seashore staff until sufficient rains return this fall and winter. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20221012-second-year-of-supplemental-water.htm</description>
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				  <title>Junior Ranger Day at Point Reyes National Seashore on September 11, 2022</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220906-junior-ranger-day-2022.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2022 10:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Sunday, September 11, 2022, Point Reyes National Seashore will hold its first Junior Ranger Day. This special event will be from 11 am to 2 pm outside the Bear Valley Visitor Center. The free, family-friendly day will include activities for kids of all ages! https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220906-junior-ranger-day-2022.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Celebrates 60 Years</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220822-60th-anniversary-events.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2022 09:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On September 13, 2022, Point Reyes National Seashore will mark 60 years since its designation as a national seashore. The park is celebrating this special occasion with a series of upcoming events that are free and open to the public. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220822-60th-anniversary-events.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Receives Appleman-Judd-Lewis Award</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220711-point-reyes-national-seashore-superintendent-receives-appleman-judd-lewis-award.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2022 05:45:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore superintendent, Craig Kenkel, is receiving the National Park Service Director&#39;s Appleman-Judd-Lewis Award for Cultural Resources Stewardship by a Superintendent. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220711-point-reyes-national-seashore-superintendent-receives-appleman-judd-lewis-award.htm</description>
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				  <title>Rangers Respond to Incident at South Beach on July 5, 2022</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220705-rangers-respond-south-beach.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2022 11:45:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Service rangers responded to an incident at South Beach on July 5, 2022. An adult male who had been surfing was reported to be unresponsive after being found face down in the surf at South Beach. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220705-rangers-respond-south-beach.htm</description>
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				  <title>Morgan Horse Ranch 52nd Anniversary Celebration at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220620-morgan-horse-ranch-52-celebration.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2022 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Saturday, June 25, 2022, from 10 am to 3 pm, Point Reyes National Seashore will be celebrating the 52nd anniversary of its Morgan Horse Ranch. The event will include riding and horseshoeing demonstrations, old-fashion knot tying, rope throwing, and much more. This is a family friendly event. It is free and open to the public. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220620-morgan-horse-ranch-52-celebration.htm</description>
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				  <title>Marin, Sonoma, and Mendocino Counties Partner to Create a Cleaner Coast</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220616-marin-sonoma-and-mendocino-counties-partner-to-create-a-cleaner-coast.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2022 11:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Marin, Sonoma, and Mendocino Counties are launching a coordinated campaign to provide visitor education and outreach to reduce the amount of litter and waste in coastal regions and watersheds through a three-County memorandum of understanding with the non-profit organization Leave No Trace. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220616-marin-sonoma-and-mendocino-counties-partner-to-create-a-cleaner-coast.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service recognizes three employees&#8217; commitment to cultural resource stewardship in Pacific West</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/2021-pacific-west-region-cultural-resource-awards.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2022 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service (NPS) has recognized three employees in the Pacific West Region for their dedication to preserving park cultural resources and history for this and future generations of visitors. The annual, regional recognition applauds creativity and outstanding contributions in cultural resource management, particularly projects that serve as models across the agency. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/2021-pacific-west-region-cultural-resource-awards.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer 2022 Weekend and Holiday Beach Closure Announced for Nesting Snowy Plovers</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220526-ploverclosures22.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2022 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore announces its annual summer weekend beach closure for the protection of federally-threatened nesting western snowy plovers. The closure is a small stretch of beach located between North Beach parking lot and the mouth of Abbotts Lagoon. It is in effect for each Saturday, Sunday, and federal holiday from May 28 through Labor Day, September 5, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220526-ploverclosures22.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Announces Anne Altman as New Deputy Superintendent</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220510-point-reyes-national-seashore-announces-anne-altman-as-new-deputy-superintendent.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2022 10:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore announces Anne Dubinsky Altman as the park&#39;s new deputy superintendent. Altman comes to Point Reyes from the Washington Office where she served as senior member of the Business Management Group since 2018. She will start her position in late May. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220510-point-reyes-national-seashore-announces-anne-altman-as-new-deputy-superintendent.htm</description>
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				  <title>Partial Closure of Drakes Beach for Elephant Seal Molting Season Begins on April 29, 2022</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220429-partial-closure-of-drakes-beach-for-elephant-seal-molting-season.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A portion of Drakes Beach at Point Reyes National Seashore is closed for elephant seal molting season from Friday, April 29, 2022, until further notice. The temporary closure starts 0.5 mile southwest of the Kenneth C. Patrick Visitor Center and extends all the way down the beach. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220429-partial-closure-of-drakes-beach-for-elephant-seal-molting-season.htm</description>
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				  <title>The National Park Service Seeks Public Input for Management of Tomales Point at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220331-tomales-point-area-plan-public-comment-period-announcement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2022 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service (NPS) is initiating a public planning process and 30-day comment period for the Tomales Point area of Point Reyes National Seashore. This plan will update the management guidance of this wilderness-designated peninsula, including management of the tule elk herd in this region of the park. The public comment period will end on Monday, May 2. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220331-tomales-point-area-plan-public-comment-period-announcement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Spring 2022 Annual Wildlife Protection Closures</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220301-springwildlifeprotectionclosures22.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2022 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, annual closures of Drakes Estero, Estero de Limantour, Double Point, and the westernmost end of Limantour Spit are implemented to protect harbor seals during their pupping season. From March 1 through July 31, 2022, Miller Rocks, Hog Island, and Duck Island are closed to better protect nesting seabirds. From March 1 through September 30, 2022, a portion of the Point Reyes Beach is closed to certain activities to better protect nesting western snowy plovers. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20220301-springwildlifeprotectionclosures22.htm</description>
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				  <title>Statement from Superintendent Craig Kenkel on Upcoming Planning for Tomales Point at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20211214-statement-from-superintendent-on-upcoming-planning-for-tomales-point.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 14 Dec 2021 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will begin pre-National Environmental Policy Act area planning for Tomales Point in the spring of 2022. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20211214-statement-from-superintendent-on-upcoming-planning-for-tomales-point.htm</description>
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				  <title>Public Input&#8239; Sought on Proposed Air Tour Management Plan for San Francisco Bay Area Parks</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/news/public-input-sought-on-proposed-air-tour-management-plan-for-san-francisco-bay-area-parks.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 15 Oct 2021 04:55:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service and the Federal Aviation&#160;Administration are seeking public feedback on a&#160;combined&#160;draft Air Tour Management Plan that is being proposed for&#160;Golden Gate National Recreation Area,&#160;Muir Woods National Monument, San&#160;Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, and Point Reyes&#160;National&#160;Seashore.&#160; https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/news/public-input-sought-on-proposed-air-tour-management-plan-for-san-francisco-bay-area-parks.htm</description>
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				  <title>The National Park Service Issues Record of Decision on the General Management Plan Amendment and Environmental Impact Statement for Point Reyes National Seashore and the North District of Golden Gate National Recreation Area</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210913-gmp-amendment-rod.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2021 11:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service is issuing the record of decision (ROD) for the General Management Plan Amendment and environmental impact statement addressing the future management of all lands currently under agricultural lease/permit within Point Reyes National Seashore and the north district of Golden Gate National Recreation Area and the management of free-ranging tule elk in those areas. The ROD identifies the alternative selected for implementation and concludes the environmental review process. The selected action serves as a blueprint to guide the NPS&#8217;s management of lands, resources, development, and visitor use in the 28,000 acre planning area. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210913-gmp-amendment-rod.htm</description>
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				  <title>Human Remains Found In Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210913-human-remains.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2021 06:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>An investigation into the discovery of skeletal human remains is underway at Point Reyes National Seashore. On Thursday afternoon, September 9, 2021, park authorities were informed human remains were found in the park. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210913-human-remains.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Invites Feedback on Proposed Campground Fee Increases</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210901-proposed-campground-fees.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2021 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is requesting public comment on a proposal to increase the fee for overnight stays at its park campgrounds. Increased revenue from campground fees will enable the park to better maintain facilities, enhance visitor services, and provide for better resource protection. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210901-proposed-campground-fees.htm</description>
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				  <title>Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria and Point Reyes National Seashore Announce Partnership</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210810-general-agreement-nps-figr.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2021 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Monday, August 9, 2021, a General Agreement for a Government-to-Government Partnership was signed between the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria and the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service (NPS), Interior Regions 8, 9, 10, and 12, which specifically includes the Point Reyes National Seashore and those sections of Marin County which are administrated by the Superintendent of Point Reyes National Seashore (PRNS). https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210810-general-agreement-nps-figr.htm</description>
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				  <title>Body Identified as Missing Hiker at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210720-body-identified-as-missing-hiker-at-point-reyes.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:50:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore confirms that the body found on Monday, July 19, 2021, was that of Mitra Rasti, a 58-year-old female from San Jose, California. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210720-body-identified-as-missing-hiker-at-point-reyes.htm</description>
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				  <title>Overdue Hiker Recovered at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210719-overdue-hiker-recovered-at-point-reyes.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 19 Jul 2021 06:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore received a report of an overdue hiker on Sunday, July 18, 2021. A body was spotted on Monday, July 19, 2021, near the former location of Arch Rock. The investigation is ongoing. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210719-overdue-hiker-recovered-at-point-reyes.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes Horse Camp Contract Award Announcement</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210713-point-reyes-horse-camp-concession-contract.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2021 13:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service announced today the selection of Five Brooks Camp to operate overnight camping with horses at the Point Reyes Horse Camp. The concession contract was awarded through a competitive selection process. Five Brooks Camp currently operates the horse camp through a temporary concession contract awarded in 2019. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210713-point-reyes-horse-camp-concession-contract.htm</description>
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				  <title>Morgan Horse Ranch 51st Anniversary Celebration at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210614-morgan-horse-ranch-51-celebration.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 14 Jun 2021 09:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Sunday, June 27, 2021, from 10 am to 3 pm, Point Reyes National Seashore will be celebrating the 51st anniversary of its Morgan Horse Ranch. The event will include riding demonstrations led by park volunteers, activities for kids, horseshoeing demonstrations, and much more. This event is free and open to the public. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210614-morgan-horse-ranch-51-celebration.htm</description>
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				  <title>Unprecedented Drought Prompts Point Reyes National Seashore to Provide Supplemental Water for Tule Elk at Tomales Point</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210611-water-for-tomales-point-tule-elk.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2021 11:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National seashore is providing supplemental water to the Tomales Point Tule Elk Reserve at Point Reyes National Seashore in response to historic drought conditions. Although some natural water sources continue to be available, these sources may dry if this year becomes the worst drought on record for Marin County as expected. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210611-water-for-tomales-point-tule-elk.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer 2021 Weekend and Holiday Beach Closure Announced for the Protection of Nesting Snowy Plovers</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210527-ploverclosures21.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 11:52:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore announces its annual summer weekend beach closure for the protection of federally-threatened nesting western snowy plovers. The closure is a small stretch of beach located between North Beach parking lot and the mouth of Abbotts Lagoon. It is in effect for each Saturday, Sunday, and federal holiday from May 29 through Labor Day, September 6, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210527-ploverclosures21.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Unveils Its Summer Top Ten</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210527-top-10-tips.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 08:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Just in time for Memorial Day and the busy summer season, Point Reyes National Seashore announced its Top Ten list for a successful park visit. Make no mistake, this list is not your ordinary list, it was put together by park rangers so visitors can get the inside scoop from the people who know the park best! https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210527-top-10-tips.htm</description>
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				  <title>Seashore Road Construction Continues</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210526-roadwork-21-summer.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 26 May 2021 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>During the summer of 2021, construction crews will be working on Point Reyes National Seashore&#39;s secondary roads, on building a bridge over Schooner Creek, and reconfiguring the Drakes Beach parking lot. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210526-roadwork-21-summer.htm</description>
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				  <title>Possible Suicide Victim at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210521-possible-suicide.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2021 11:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore was notified of a possible suicide at 11:30 am on Friday, May 21, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases-20210521-possible-suicide.htm</description>
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				  <title>Drakes Beach Closed for Road Construction from May 3, 2021, through August 31, 2021</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20210430_drakes_beach_road_closure.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 30 Apr 2021 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From Monday, May 3, 2021, through Tuesday, August 31, 2021., Drakes Beach Road will be closed due to road work. The road closure is part of the park&#39;s two-year Federal Highways Administration and County of Marin road improvement project. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20210430_drakes_beach_road_closure.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore&#39;s Limantour Road Weekday Closure Announced</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20210412_limantour_road_weekday_closures.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2021 09:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On weekdays from Monday, April 19, 2021, through Friday, May 7, 2021, Limantour Road will be subject to two four-hour closures each day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20210412_limantour_road_weekday_closures.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Releases 2020 Population Numbers of Tule Elk across the Park</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20210331_tule_elk_census_2020.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 30 Mar 2021 08:15:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The population of three tule elk herds at Point Reyes National Seashore stabilized or declined in 2020. The park manages a fenced herd at Tomales Point and two free-ranging herds in the Limantour and Drakes Beach areas. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20210331_tule_elk_census_2020.htm</description>
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				  <title>Spring 2021 Annual Wildlife Protection Closures</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20210301_springwildlifeprotectionclosures21.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2021 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, annual closures of Drakes Estero, Estero de Limantour, Double Point, and the westernmost end of Limantour Spit are implemented to protect harbor seals during their pupping season. From March 1 through July 31, 2021, Miller Rocks, Hog Island, and Duck Island are closed to better protect nesting seabirds. From March 1 through September 30, 2021, a portion of the Point Reyes Beach is closed to certain activities to better protect nesting western snowy plovers. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20210301_springwildlifeprotectionclosures21.htm</description>
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				  <title>Golden Gate National Recreation Area is Second Most-Visited Site in the National Park System</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/news/2020-visitation-statistics-golden-gate-national-recreation-area.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2021 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Recent report shows millions visited Bay Area national parks in 2020. https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/news/2020-visitation-statistics-golden-gate-national-recreation-area.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fatal Drowning at Point Reyes on November 26, 2020</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20201127_drowning_at_mcclures_beach.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2020 06:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A news release about a fatal drowning at McClures Beach in Point Reyes National Seashore on November 26, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20201127_drowning_at_mcclures_beach.htm</description>
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				  <title>Craig Kenkel Selected as Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20201119_craig_kenkel_selected_as_pore_superintendent.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service (NPS) has selected Craig Kenkel to serve as the superintendent of Point Reyes National Seashore starting in January 2021. Kenkel currently serves as the superintendent of Cuyahoga Valley National Park and First Ladies and James A. Garfield national historic sites in Ohio. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20201119_craig_kenkel_selected_as_pore_superintendent.htm</description>
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				  <title>150 Years of Light</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20201118_lighthouse_150th_anniversary.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2020 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Join park rangers for lighthouse history, stories, a virtual tour, and songs celebrating the past 150 years of the Point Reyes Lighthouse https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20201118_lighthouse_150th_anniversary.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service announces Cicely Muldoon as Yosemite National Park&#8217;s new superintendent</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/national-park-service-announces-cicely-muldoon-as-yosemite-national-park-s-new-superintendent.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2020 07:42:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service has selected Cicely Muldoon, a 35-year veteran of the National Park Service, as the new permanent superintendent of Yosemite National Park. Muldoon has been serving as the acting superintendent since January. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/national-park-service-announces-cicely-muldoon-as-yosemite-national-park-s-new-superintendent.htm</description>
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				  <title>The National Park Service Releases General Management Plan Amendment and Final Environmental Impact Statement for Point Reyes National Seashore and the North District of Golden Gate National Recreation Area</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200918_gmp_amendment_feis.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2020 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service announces the availability of the final environmental impact statement for the General Management Plan Amendment addressing all lands currently under agricultural lease/permit within Point Reyes National Seashore and the north district of Golden Gate National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200918_gmp_amendment_feis.htm</description>
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				  <title>Firefighters Injured on Woodward Fire on Thursday, August 27, 2020.</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200827_firefighters_injured_on_woodward_fire.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2020 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Two firefighters sustained non-life-threatening injuries on Thursday, August 27, 2020, and were transported to a local hospital. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200827_firefighters_injured_on_woodward_fire.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service Continues Caring for Tomales Point Reserve Tule Elk</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200826_nps_continues_caring_for_tomales_point_tule_elk.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2020 17:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>In light of the current drought conditions across the region National Park Service staff at Point Reyes National Seashore are monitoring the water availability for the Tule Elk in the Tomales Point Reserve. The park has a plan in place if the animals need water. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200826_nps_continues_caring_for_tomales_point_tule_elk.htm</description>
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				  <title>Firefighters Rescued by Sonoma County Sheriff Helicopter</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200822_firefighters_rescued_by_sonoma_county_sheriff_helicopter.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2020 06:35:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>At approximately 8:01 pm on August 21, 2020, two firefighters notified Woodward Fire communications their exit route was compromised by fire. Sonoma County Sheriff&#39;s Office rescue helicopter Henry one was immediately requested to extract the firefighters. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200822_firefighters_rescued_by_sonoma_county_sheriff_helicopter.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Closed Due To Fire</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200821_point_reyes_national_seashore_closed_due_to_fire.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2020 12:56:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is closed until further notice. This closure is in effect due to the Woodward Fire that started the afternoon of Tuesday, August 18. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200821_point_reyes_national_seashore_closed_due_to_fire.htm</description>
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				  <title>California National Parks Reduce Wildfire Risks Through First-of-its-Kind Collaboration with Utilities</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/nps-california-wildfire-utility-collaboration.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2020 08:23:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service (NPS) has issued permits to Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&#38;E) and Southern California Edison (SCE) to perform wildfire prevention activities in 12 California national park units through a new public-private partnership that focuses on protecting park resources and streamlining communication between the NPS and utilities. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/nps-california-wildfire-utility-collaboration.htm</description>
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				  <title>Road Improvements to Begin this Month on Paved Roads at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200415_park-wide_road_improvements_to_begin.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2020 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Beginning on Monday, April 20, 2020, contractors will initiate work on a major road improvement project in Point Reyes National Seashore. This two-year, $49.1 million project is a joint effort between the Federal Highways Administration, County of Marin, and National Park Service. The project will resurface, restore, rehabilitate, and reconstruct approximately 12.9 miles of roadway and 20.9 miles of roadway pavement preservation within the park. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200415_park-wide_road_improvements_to_begin.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Is Modifying Operations to Implement Local Health Guidance - March 26, 2020, update</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200326_additional_closures_based_on_local_health_guidance.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2020 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore, in response to guidance from County of Marin 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). https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200326_additional_closures_based_on_local_health_guidance.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Is Modifying Operations to Implement Local Health Guidance</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200321_closures_based_on_local_health_guidance.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2020 16:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore, in response to the March 19, 2020 California State Shelter in Place order issued by the Governor of the State of California, as well as the March 16, 2020 County of Marin Order to Shelter in Place, is announcing additional modifications to operations to support federal, state, and local efforts to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200321_closures_based_on_local_health_guidance.htm</description>
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				  <title>Golden Gate National Recreation Area Remains the Most-Visited Site in the National Park System</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/news/golden-gate-national-recreation-area-remains-the-most-visited-site-in-the-national-park-system.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2020 07:29:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>In 2019, more than 23.5 million visitors visited Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Muir Woods National Monument, Fort Point National Historic Site, Point Reyes National Seashore, and San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park. Visitation to the 419 national parks in 2019 exceeded 300 million recreation visits for the fifth consecutive year. The 327.5 million total is the third highest since record keeping began in 1904. https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/news/golden-gate-national-recreation-area-remains-the-most-visited-site-in-the-national-park-system.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer 2020 Youth Employment at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200207_ycc20.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2020 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking applications for this summer&#39;s Youth Conservation Corps Program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20200207_ycc20.htm</description>
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				  <title>Winter Headlands Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins on December 28, 2019, as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20191220_shuttles20.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2019 05:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Winter Shuttle Bus System for the Point Reyes Headlands begins on Saturday, December 28, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20191220_shuttles20.htm</description>
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				  <title>Auto Burglary Suspect Arrested on Saturday November 16, 2019</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20191118_auto_burglary_suspect_arrested.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2019 06:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Saturday November 16, U.S. Park Rangers at Point Reyes National Seashore arrested a suspect in connection with multiple smash and grab style auto burglaries in the park. The arrest was made after several weeks of investigation. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20191118_auto_burglary_suspect_arrested.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Burns Planned for Olema Valley to Begin on November 13, 2019</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20191112_rxburns_olema_valley.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2019 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fire Management staff at Point Reyes National Seashore, in collaboration with Marin County Fire Department and Bolinas Fire Protection District are planning up to five days of prescribed burning along Highway One in the Olema Valley this fall. Burning is tentatively scheduled for November 13&#8211;15, but may be rescheduled depending on weather conditions. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20191112_rxburns_olema_valley.htm</description>
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				  <title>New Renovations Keep the Historic Point Reyes Lighthouse Shining Bright after 148 Years</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20191101_lighthouse_reopening.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2019 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore has completed a fifteen-month rehabilitation project at the historic Point Reyes Lighthouse and will reopen the site to visitors on November 8, 2019. The park will be celebrating this important milestone in preserving one of California&#39;s important historic maritime structures on December 1, 2019, the 149th anniversary of the first shining of the lighthouse by staying open past sunset and offering evening walks to the lighthouse. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20191101_lighthouse_reopening.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore&#39;s Tenth Annual Naturalization Ceremony</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20190911_naturalization_ceremony19.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 11 Sep 2019 09:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Twenty-six candidates from sixteen countries will become new citizens during a ceremony at Point Reyes National Seashore on Tuesday, September 17, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20190911_naturalization_ceremony19.htm</description>
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				  <title>Thirty-eighth Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach on Sunday, August 25, 2019</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20190821_sandsculpture19.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2019 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to join the Thirty-eighth Annual Sand Sculpture Contest. We welcome all ages at this free community event located at Drakes Beach. Create your own sand sculpture or marvel at the works made by participants. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20190821_sandsculpture19.htm</description>
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				  <title>The National Park Service Seeks Public Comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the General Management Plan Amendment for Point Reyes National Seashore and the North District of Golden Gate National Recreation Area</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20190808_gmp_amendment_deis_public_comment.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 08 Aug 2019 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service is seeking public review and comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the General Management Plan Amendment addressing all lands currently under agricultural lease/permit within Point Reyes National Seashore and the north district of Golden Gate National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20190808_gmp_amendment_deis_public_comment.htm</description>
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				  <title>Annual Closures at Point Reyes National Seashore for 2019 Harbor Seal Pupping Season</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20190228_harborsealpupping19.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2019 02:45:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, an annual closure of Drakes Estero, Double Point, and the westernmost end of Limantour Spit is implemented to protect harbor seals during their pupping season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20190228_harborsealpupping19.htm</description>
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				  <title>Flash Flood Watch and High Wind Warning Issued by the National Weather Service for Point Reyes National Seashore for February 12 through February 14, 2019</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20190212_flash_flood_watch_and_high_wind_warning.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2019 10:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch and a High Wind Warning for much of the North Bay Area, including Point Reyes National Seashore, for February 12 through February 14, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20190212_flash_flood_watch_and_high_wind_warning.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer 2019 Youth Employment at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20190206_ycc19.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2019 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking applications for this summer&#39;s Youth Conservation Corps Program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20190206_ycc19.htm</description>
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				  <title>Visitor Services are Limited Inside Point Reyes National Seashore Due to the Lapse in Federal Appropriations</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20181230_areas_open_during_government_shutdown.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 30 Dec 2018 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is open, however visitor services are limited due to the lapse in federal appropriations. Unfortunately, some facilities and areas inside Point Reyes National Seashore are closed due to impacts from human waste and public safety concerns. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20181230_areas_open_during_government_shutdown.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Accessible to Public during December 2018 Government Shutdown</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20181222_government_shutdown.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sat, 22 Dec 2018 01:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>During the shutdown of the federal government due to the lapse of appropriations, park roads, lookouts, and trails at Point Reyes National Seashore, will remain accessible to visitors, but emergency and rescue services will be limited. There will be no NPS-provided visitor services at Point Reyes National Seashore, including public information, some restrooms, trash collection, and facilities and roads maintenance. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20181222_government_shutdown.htm</description>
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				  <title>Historic Point Reyes Ranches are Formally Recognized</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20181113_ranches_national_register_of_historic_places.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2018 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore and the north district of Golden Gate National Recreation Area have two newly listed historic districts on the National Register of Historic Places&#8212;the Point Reyes Peninsula Dairy Ranches Historic District and the Olema Valley Dairy Ranches Historic District. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20181113_ranches_national_register_of_historic_places.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service Initiates Environmental Impact Statement at Point Reyes National Seashore and the North District of Golden Gate National Recreation Area</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20181031_gmp_amendment_eis_public_scoping.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2018 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service announces a notice of intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for a General Management Plan Amendment to address all lands currently under agricultural lease/permits within Point Reyes National Seashore and the north district of Golden Gate National Recreation Area. This announcement initiates a 30-day public comment period that will end on November 30, 2018, during which the Park Service will host two open house meetings. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20181031_gmp_amendment_eis_public_scoping.htm</description>
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				  <title>An Ecological Success Story: Celebrating the Giacomini Wetlands Restoration 10 Years Later</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20181010_giacomini_wetlands_tenth_anniversary.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2018 08:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The public is invited to join the National Park Service, the Point Reyes National Seashore Association, and a cadre of naturalists, scientists, and educators to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Giacomini Wetlands Restoration Project and learn about an extraordinary ecological success story on Saturday, October 27, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20181010_giacomini_wetlands_tenth_anniversary.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore&#39;s Ninth Annual Naturalization Ceremony</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180912_naturalization_ceremony18.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 2018 06:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Twenty-nine candidates from sixteen countries will become new citizens during a ceremony at Point Reyes National Seashore on Wednesday, September 19, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180912_naturalization_ceremony18.htm</description>
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				  <title>Thirty-seventh Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach on Sunday, August 26, 2018</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180820_sandsculpture18.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 20 Aug 2018 09:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to join the Thirty-seventh Annual Sand Sculpture Contest. We welcome all ages at this free community event located at Drakes Beach. Create your own sand sculpture or marvel at the works made by participants. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180820_sandsculpture18.htm</description>
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				  <title>Historic Point Reyes Lighthouse to Close for $5 Million Renovation</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180731_lighthouse_restoration.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jul 2018 01:15:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>This summer, the National Park Service will begin a major restoration project in the Point Reyes Lighthouse area, which will include rehabilitation of the lens and clockwork mechanism, repairs to the tower, improvements to accessibility around the paths to the visitor center, and upgrades to exhibits throughout the area and within buildings. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180731_lighthouse_restoration.htm</description>
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				  <title>Teaming Up to Sleuth Out the Mysteries of Marin&#8217;s Bats</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180717_marin_county_bat_monitoring_project.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jul 2018 07:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The US Geological Survey Western Ecological Research Center, Point Reyes National Seashore, and One Tam partners are embarking on their second year of the Marin County Bat Monitoring Project, which is expanding to include the whole county and adding new surveys that will tell us about where our bats like to live. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180717_marin_county_bat_monitoring_project.htm</description>
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				  <title>Thirty-eighth Annual Big Time Festival at Kule Loklo in Point Reyes National Seashore on Saturday, July 21, 2018</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180716_bigtime18.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jul 2018 05:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Big Time, an annual traditional Native American trade festival, will be held on Saturday, July 21, 2018, from 10 am to 4 pm, at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180716_bigtime18.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Hazards Statement Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore from Thursday, July 5 through Saturday, July 7, 2018.</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180705_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jul 2018 05:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a Beach Hazard Statement which is in effect from 5 am Thursday through Saturday afternoon. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180705_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Maritime Radio Historical Society invites you to the annual Night of Nights at Point Reyes National Seashore at 3 pm on Thursday, July 12, 2018.</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180703_nightofnights18.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2018 05:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The former Marconi and RCA Morse code radio station KPH will make a commemorative broadcast on Thursday, July 12, 2018, the nineteenth anniversary of the last commercial Morse code transmission in North America. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180703_nightofnights18.htm</description>
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				  <title>38th Annual Big Time Festival at Kule Loklo in Point Reyes National Seashore on Saturday, July 21, 2018</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180629_bigtime18.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2018 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Big Time, an annual traditional Native American trade festival, will be held on Saturday, July 21, 2018, from 10 am to 4 pm, at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180629_bigtime18.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Hosts Earth Day 2018 Electronics Recycling Collection</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180417_earth_day_2018_e-waste_drive.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2018 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On April 26, at the Bear Valley Visitor Center, from 10 am to 1 pm, Point Reyes National Seashore will host an electronic waste (e-waste) recycling collection, joining thousands of local organizers holding recycling and other events across the country to celebrate Earth Day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180417_earth_day_2018_e-waste_drive.htm</description>
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				  <title>Annual Closures at Point Reyes National Seashore for 2018 Harbor Seal Pupping Season</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180226_harborsealpupping18.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2018 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, an annual closure of Drakes Estero and the westernmost end of Limantour Spit is implemented to protect harbor seals during their pupping season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180226_harborsealpupping18.htm</description>
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				  <title>Lagunitas Creek Floodplain and Riparian Restoration Project Environmental Assessment and Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (EA and IS/MND) Public Comment Period</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180202_lagunitas_creek_restoration_project_ea_is-mnd_public_comment_period.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 02 Feb 2018 08:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Salmon Protection and Watershed Network has prepared the Lagunitas Creek Floodplain and Riparian Restoration Project Environmental Assessment and Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration in collaboration with the National Park Service in order to evaluate the effects of the proposed actions on National Park Service lands within the Lagunitas Creek watershed. The 30-day period for the scoping phase of the EA will close at the end of the business day on Monday, March 5, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180202_lagunitas_creek_restoration_project_ea_is-mnd_public_comment_period.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer 2018 Youth Employment at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180201_ycc18.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2018 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking applications for this summer&#39;s Youth Conservation Corps Program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180201_ycc18.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Accessible to Public during Government Shutdown</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180121_government_shutdown.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 21 Jan 2018 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>During the shutdown of the federal government due to the lapse of appropriations, national parks will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures. Park roads, lookouts, trails at Point Reyes National Seashore, will remain accessible to visitors, but emergency and rescue services will be limited. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20180121_government_shutdown.htm</description>
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				  <title>Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins on December 30, 2017, as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20171218_shuttles18.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2017 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Winter Shuttle Bus System for the Point Reyes Headlands begins on Saturday, December 30, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20171218_shuttles18.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service extends comment period for General Management Plan Amendment at Point Reyes National Seashore and the North District of Golden Gate National Recreation Area</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20171115_gmp_amendment_public_comment_extension.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2017 04:45:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service will extend the initial public comment period for the General Management Plan Amendment for one week from November 15, 2017, through November 22, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20171115_gmp_amendment_public_comment_extension.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service Starts General Management Plan Amendment at Point Reyes National Seashore and the North District of Golden Gate National Recreation Area</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20171016_gmp_amendment_public_comment.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 16 Oct 2017 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service will begin planning for a General Management Plan Amendment to address all lands currently under agricultural lease/permits within Point Reyes National Seashore and the north district of Golden Gate National Recreation Area. This announcement initiates a 30-day public comment period that will end on November 15, 2017, during which the Park Service will host two open house meetings. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20171016_gmp_amendment_public_comment.htm</description>
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				  <title>Notice of Critical Repairs to Sir Francis Drake Boulevard</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20171013_notice_sfdb_critical_repairs.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2017 05:50:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Federal Highway Administration, Central Federal Lands Highway Division, in cooperation with Marin County, California and the National Park Service, initiated a Subsequent Initial Study and public comment period to analyze changes to the Sir Francis Drake Boulevard Improvement Project. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20171013_notice_sfdb_critical_repairs.htm</description>
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				  <title>Red Flag Alert Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore is in effect through September 27, 2017.</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170925_redflag.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 25 Sep 2017 06:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Acting Superintendent Steve Mietz, stated that beginning today and going through Wednesday afternoon, September 27, an extreme fire danger alert within the Seashore is in effect. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170925_redflag.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore&#39;s Eighth Annual Naturalization Ceremony</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170912_naturalization_ceremony17.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2017 06:45:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Twenty-two candidates from thirteen countries will become new citizens during a ceremony at Point Reyes National Seashore on Friday, September 15, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170912_naturalization_ceremony17.htm</description>
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				  <title>Red Flag Alert Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore for the 2017 Labor Day Weekend</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170831_redflag.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2017 09:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>An extreme fire danger alert within the Seashore is in effect through Monday evening, September 4, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170831_redflag.htm</description>
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				  <title>The 36th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach Will Be Held on Sunday, August 27, 2017</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170821_sandsculpture17.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 21 Aug 2017 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to join the Thirty-sixth Annual Sand Sculpture Contest. We welcome all ages at this free community event located at Drakes Beach. Create your own sand sculpture or marvel at the works made by participants. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170821_sandsculpture17.htm</description>
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				  <title>36th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach on Sunday, August 27, 2017</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170807_sandsculpture17.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 07 Aug 2017 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to join the 36th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest. We welcome all ages at this free community event located at Drakes Beach. Create your own sand sculpture or marvel at the works made by participants. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170807_sandsculpture17.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service Announces Settlement of Litigation on Management of Ranching at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170712_ranch_litigation_settlement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jul 2017 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The U.S. Department of Justice today filed a multi-party settlement agreement in federal court that if accepted by the court, resolves the litigation challenging Point Reyes National Seashore&#39;s General Management Plan and its management of ranching. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170712_ranch_litigation_settlement.htm</description>
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				  <title>37th Annual Big Time Festival at Kule Loklo in Point Reyes National Seashore on Saturday, July 15, 2017</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170710_bigtime17.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 10 Jul 2017 19:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Big Time, an annual traditional Native American trade festival, will be held on Saturday, July 15, 2017, from 10 am to 4 pm, at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170710_bigtime17.htm</description>
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				  <title>Historic Morse Code Radio Station Returns to the Air for Night Nights XVIII</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170706_nightofnights17.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2017 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The former Marconi and RCA Morse code radio station KPH will make a commemorative broadcast on Wednesday, July 12, 2017, the eighteenth anniversary of the last commercial Morse code transmission in North America. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170706_nightofnights17.htm</description>
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				  <title>Project H.O.P.E. at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170705_project_hope.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2017 10:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Project H.O.P.E. for shared use of the park&#39;s Morgan Horse Ranch. Project H.O.P.E. is a local non-profit that provides equine assisted therapy activities to assist veterans. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170705_project_hope.htm</description>
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				  <title>Drakes Beach Road to Reopen Saturday, June 17, 2017</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170616_drakes_beach_road_reopens.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jun 2017 11:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Work on the Drakes Beach Road will be completed and the road will be reopened on Saturday, June 17. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170616_drakes_beach_road_reopens.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Closures for the Threatened Snowy Plover at Point Reyes National Seashore from Memorial Day to Labor Day 2017</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170523_ploverclosures17.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 23 May 2017 04:45:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A closure of the beach area between 0.5 miles north of the North Beach parking lot and 0.35 miles south of the mouth of Abbotts Lagoon is in effect for weekends and federal holidays between May 27 and September 4, 2017, to ensure the survival of federally-threatened western snowy plover nests and chicks within this area during busy weekends. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170523_ploverclosures17.htm</description>
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				  <title>Commemorating a Proud Tradition of Lifesaving at Point Reyes National Seashore on May 29, 2017</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170519_uscgmemorialday17.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2017 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore and the U.S. Coast Guard will be honoring the U.S. Life-Saving Service personnel who risked and sometimes sacrificed their lives serving this nation along the shores of Point Reyes on Monday, May 29, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170519_uscgmemorialday17.htm</description>
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				  <title>30th Anniversary of the Clem Miller Environmental Education Center at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170502_cmeec_30th_anniversary.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2017 09:40:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Please join us in volunteering as we celebrate the 30 year anniversary of the Clem Miller Environmental Education Center. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170502_cmeec_30th_anniversary.htm</description>
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				  <title>Tourism to Point Reyes National Seashore and Other San Francisco Bay Area National Parks Create Over $1 Billion in Economic Benefits in 2016</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170420_pore_tourism_economic_benefits_2016.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 20 Apr 2017 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A new National Park Service report shows that 2.4 million visitors to Point Reyes National Seashore in 2016 spent $107 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 1,361 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $135 million. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170420_pore_tourism_economic_benefits_2016.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Hosts Earth Day 2017 Electronics Recycling Collection</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170417_earth_day_2017_e-waste_drive.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 17 Apr 2017 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On April 21, at the Bear Valley Visitor Center, from 10 am to 1 pm, Point Reyes National Seashore will host an electronic waste (e-waste) recycling collection, joining thousands of local organizers holding recycling and other events across the country to celebrate Earth Day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170417_earth_day_2017_e-waste_drive.htm</description>
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				  <title>Annual Closures at Point Reyes National Seashore for 2017 Harbor Seal Pupping Season</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170301_harborsealpupping17.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2017 04:10:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, an annual closure of Drakes Estero, the westernmost end of Limantour Spit, Double Point, and the eastern side of Hog Island is implemented to protect harbor seals during their pupping season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170301_harborsealpupping17.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer 2017 Youth Employment at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170203_ycc17.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2017 06:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking applications for this summer&#39;s Youth Conservation Corps Program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170203_ycc17.htm</description>
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				  <title>Proposed Settlement Agreement with Tomales Bay Oyster Company</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170119_tboc_settlement_agreement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2017 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service announces the proposed settlement of a civil lawsuit brought by the United States of America, acting on behalf of the National Park Service, against Tomales Bay Oyster Company, the owner of land which is adjacent to National Park Service land. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170119_tboc_settlement_agreement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2017 Service Projects at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170109_mlkday17.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2017 08:45:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore, in partnership with GirlTrek, and the Point Reyes National Seashore Association, will be hosting a beach cleanup at Limantour Beach and a habitat restoration project at Abbotts Lagoon on Monday, January 16, 2016, the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170109_mlkday17.htm</description>
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				  <title>Hazardous Weather Outlook for Point Reyes National Seashore Issued for weekend of January 7, 2017.</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170106_hazardous_weather_outlook.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2017 03:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for high winds and heavy rains from Friday evening through Sunday evening. Another storm is poised to impact the region Tuesday or Wednesday. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20170106_hazardous_weather_outlook.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Celebrates NPS Centennial Accomplishments</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20161227_pore_centennial_accomplishments.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2016 04:15:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>As the National Park Service embarks on its second century of service, Point Reyes National Seashore is celebrating the significant accomplishments of its centennial celebration and engagement with the Find Your Park / Encuentra Tu Parque initiative. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20161227_pore_centennial_accomplishments.htm</description>
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				  <title>Shuttle Bus Transportation System to Begin December 31, 2016, as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20161221_shuttles17.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2016 05:20:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Winter Shuttle Bus System for the Point Reyes Headlands begins on Saturday, December 31, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20161221_shuttles17.htm</description>
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				  <title>Hazardous Weather Conditions for Point Reyes National Seashore on December 15, 2016</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20161214_hazardous_weather_outlook.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2016 06:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood watch and a high wind watch which is in effect for Thursday for most Bay Area hills and beaches. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20161214_hazardous_weather_outlook.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Hosts National Electronics Recycling Collection on November 15, 2016</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20161104_americarecyclesday16.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2016 10:15:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On November 15 at the Bear Valley Visitor Center, Point Reyes National Seashore will host an electronic waste recycling collection, joining thousands of local organizers holding recycling events across the country to celebrate America Recycles Day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20161104_americarecyclesday16.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore hosts UC Berkeley Solar Vehicle</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20161025_ucberkeley_solar_vehicle.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2016 09:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Saturday, October 29, members of UC Berkeley&#39;s CalSol program will be outside of the Bear Valley Visitor Center at Point Reyes National Seashore with their solar vehicle, Zephyr, for public display from 10 am to 3 pm. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20161025_ucberkeley_solar_vehicle.htm</description>
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				  <title>Hazardous Weather Conditions for Point Reyes National Seashore from Thursday, October 13 through Sunday, October 16, 2016.</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20161013_hazardous_weather_conditions.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2016 06:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory and a Beach Hazards Statement for large surf and sneaker waves, which is in effect from late Thursday night through Friday evening. A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued for Thursday, October 13 through Sunday, October 16, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20161013_hazardous_weather_conditions.htm</description>
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				  <title>Drakes Bay National Historic Landmark Dedication</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20161012_drakes_nhl_dedication.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2016 10:10:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Saturday, October 22, 2016, at 11 am, the National Park Service will commemorate the designation of the Drakes Bay National Historic and Archaeological District through the unveiling of the National Historic Landmark plaque at Limantour Beach. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20161012_drakes_nhl_dedication.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore&#39;s Seventh Annual Naturalization Ceremony</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160915_naturalization_ceremony16.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2016 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Twenty candidates from fifteen countries will become new citizens during a ceremony at Point Reyes National Seashore on Friday, September 23, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160915_naturalization_ceremony16.htm</description>
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				  <title>California Coastal Cleanup Day 2015 at Drakes Beach and Every Kid in a Park (EKIP) Program</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160912_cccd16.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2016 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Saturday, September 17, Point Reyes National Seashore is hosting a beach cleanup at Drakes Beach for the annual California Coastal Cleanup Day. There will be a special education program for 4th graders and children about plastic and the ocean. After the education program, children are invited to help clean up the beach and receive their EKIP pass if they are 4th graders. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160912_cccd16.htm</description>
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				  <title>The National Park Service Has Selected Andreas (Andrew) Loose for the Five Brooks Stables Concession Contract</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160829_five_brooks_contract_awarded.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2016 09:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Andreas (Andrew) Loose has been selected as the Concessioner for Five Brooks Stables at Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160829_five_brooks_contract_awarded.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Begins Clean-up and Restoration of Drakes Estero</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160808_drakes_estero_cleanup_begins.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2016 08:50:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore announced today that the restoration of Drakes Estero, a 2,500-acre wilderness estuary within the park, will begin this week. Workers will remove an estimated 500 tons of marine debris. They will extract and dispose of 5 miles of dock-like wooden racks, and clean several acres of plastic and other man-made debris on the estero floor and sandbars. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160808_drakes_estero_cleanup_begins.htm</description>
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				  <title>Artists Explore Climate Change in Point Reyes National Seashore through Artist-in-Resident Pilot Program</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160726_artist-in-residence.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2016 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From August 5 until August 12, in honor of the National Park Service&#39;s Centennial, and in service to one of our most pressing environmental concerns, a program called Climate Change at the Western Edge will support six artists to explore and contribute to the conversation about climate change while living in residence on or near Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160726_artist-in-residence.htm</description>
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				  <title>36th Annual Big Time Festival at Kule Loklo in Point Reyes National Seashore on Saturday, July 16, 2016</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160711_bigtime16.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2016 04:15:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Big Time, an annual traditional Native American trade festival, will be held on Saturday, July 16, 2016, from 10 am to 4 pm, at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160711_bigtime16.htm</description>
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				  <title>Upcoming Closure of Cross Marin Trail due to Culvert Repairs: Failing Culvert to be Replaced to Help Protect Fisheries</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160706_cross_marin_trail_closure.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2016 05:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From early August through October, Marin Municipal Water District will replace a failed corrugated metal pipe culvert underneath the Cross Marin Trail at Jewell Creek. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160706_cross_marin_trail_closure.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Announces Public Scoping for the Preparation of an Environmental Assessment for the Lagunitas Creek Winter Habitat and Floodplain Enhancement Project &#8211; Phases I and II</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160705_lagunitas_creek_habitat_enhancement_ea_public_scoping.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2016 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service is beginning the preparation of an Environmental Assessment for Phase I and II of a Winter Habitat and Floodplain Enhancement Project on Lagunitas Creek. The project is proposed by the Marin Municipal Water District as part of the district&#39;s efforts to improve habitat for coho salmon and steelhead. A four-week comment period will close at the end of the business day on Wednesday, August 3, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160705_lagunitas_creek_habitat_enhancement_ea_public_scoping.htm</description>
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				  <title>New Ocean Exploration Center Dedication at Point Reyes Lighthouse</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160601_ocean_exploration_center_dedication.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2016 10:15:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The public is invited to a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of a new Ocean Exploration Center at the Point Reyes Lighthouse Visitor Center at 11 am on World Oceans Day, Wednesday, June 8, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160601_ocean_exploration_center_dedication.htm</description>
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				  <title>Commemorating a Proud Tradition of Lifesaving at Point Reyes National Seashore on May 30, 2016</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160525_uscgmemorialday16.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2016 06:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore and the U.S. Coast Guard will be honoring the sacrifice of the men who served to protect America&#39;s coast on Monday, May 30, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160525_uscgmemorialday16.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Closures for the Threatened Snowy Plover at Point Reyes National Seashore from Memorial Day to Labor Day 2016</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160525_ploverclosures16.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2016 05:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A closure of the beach area between 0.5 miles north of the North Beach parking lot and 0.35 miles south of the mouth of Abbotts Lagoon is in effect for weekends and federal holidays between May 28 and September 5, 2016, to ensure the survival of federally-threatened western snowy plover nests and chicks within this area during busy weekends. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160525_ploverclosures16.htm</description>
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				  <title>Tourism to Point Reyes National Seashore and Other San Francisco Bay Area National Parks Creates $897,889,400 in Economic Benefits</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160426_pore_tourism_economic_benefits_2015.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2016 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A new National Park Service report shows that the 2.5 million visitors to Point Reyes National Seashore in 2015 spent more than $107 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 1,378 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy in excess of $135 million. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160426_pore_tourism_economic_benefits_2015.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Hosts Earth Day 2016 Electronics Recycling Collection</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160413_earth_day_2016_e-waste_drive.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2016 10:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On April 22, at the Bear Valley Visitor Center, from 10 am to 2 pm, Point Reyes National Seashore will host an electronic waste (e-waste) recycling collection, joining thousands of local organizers holding recycling and other events across the country to celebrate Earth Day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160413_earth_day_2016_e-waste_drive.htm</description>
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				  <title>High Surf Advisory for Point Reyes National Seashore in effect from 3 pm Monday, March 21, through 9 pm on Tuesday, March 22, 2016</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160321_high_surf_advisory.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2016 05:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Advisory for the Coastal North Bay, including Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160321_high_surf_advisory.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer 2016 Youth Employment at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160307_ycc16.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2016 03:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking applications for this summer&#39;s Youth Conservation Corps Program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160307_ycc16.htm</description>
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				  <title>Hazardous Weather Outlook for Point Reyes National Seashore Issued for the Weekend of March 5, 2016</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160304_hazardous_weather_outlook.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2016 10:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for high winds and heavy rains. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160304_hazardous_weather_outlook.htm</description>
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				  <title>Annual Closures at Point Reyes National Seashore for 2016 Harbor Seal Pupping Season</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160229_harborsealpupping16.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 29 Feb 2016 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, an annual closure of Drakes Estero and the westernmost end of Limantour Spit is implemented to protect harbor seals during their pupping season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160229_harborsealpupping16.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore in Partnership with the Conservation Corps North Bay Hosts a Tire Recycling Collection</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160210_tire_recycling.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2016 03:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is partnering with the Conservation Corps North Bay to host a free tire recycling collection from February 16 to 21. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160210_tire_recycling.htm</description>
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				  <title>High Surf Advisory for Point Reyes National Seashore in effect from 4 pm Thursday, January 28, through 4 am on Saturday, January 30, 2016</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160128_high_surf_advisory.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2016 04:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Advisory for the Coastal North Bay, including Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160128_high_surf_advisory.htm</description>
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				  <title>6th Annual Point Reyes Christmas Bird Count for Kids (CBC4Kids)</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160112_cbc4k_2016.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2016 03:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service, in collaboration with Point Reyes National Seashore Association and Sonoma Birding, hosted the 6th Annual Point Reyes Christmas Bird Count for Kids (CBC4Kids) on Saturday, January 9, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160112_cbc4k_2016.htm</description>
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				  <title>Body of Missing Hiker Found North of Kehoe Beach on January 3, 2016</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160104_body_of_missing_hiker_found_near_kehoe_beach.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2016 08:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Rangers at Point Reyes National Seashore initiated a missing person search on January 2, 2016. The body of John Son of San Jose was discovered around 11 am on January 3 north of Kehoe Beach. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20160104_body_of_missing_hiker_found_near_kehoe_beach.htm</description>
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				  <title>2016 Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151215_shuttles16.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2015 03:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Winter Shuttle Bus System for the Point Reyes Headlands begins on Saturday, December 26, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151215_shuttles16.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Announces Public Scoping for the Preparation of an Environmental Assessment for the Lagunitas Creek Winter Habitat and Floodplain Enhancement Project</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151210_lagunitas_creek_habitat_enhancement_ea_public_scoping.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2015 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service is beginning the preparation of an Environmental Assessment for Phase I of a Winter Habitat and Floodplain Enhancement Project on Lagunitas Creek. The project is proposed by the Marin Municipal Water District as part of the district&#39;s efforts to improve habitat for coho salmon and steelhead. A four-week comment period will close at the end of the business day on Monday, January 11, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151210_lagunitas_creek_habitat_enhancement_ea_public_scoping.htm</description>
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				  <title>High Surf Warning for Point Reyes National Seashore in effect until 4 am on Tuesday, December 8, 2015</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151207_high_surf_warning.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2015 03:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for the Coastal North Bay, including Point Reyes National Seashore. Dangerous, battering waves will pound the shoreline, resulting in sneaker waves and deadly rip currents. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151207_high_surf_warning.htm</description>
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				  <title>Coastal Flooding and Special Weather Statement for the Beaches along Point Reyes National Seashore and Golden Gate National Recreation Area for November 24 through November 26, 2015</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151123_coastal_flood_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2015 10:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Statement and a Special Weather Statement for November 24 through November 26, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151123_coastal_flood_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Hazard Statement Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore for Friday, November 13, and Saturday, November 14, 2015</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151112_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2015 09:20:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a beach hazards statement for large surf and sneaker waves which is in effect from late Friday night through Saturday afternoon. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151112_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Hosts National Electronics Recycling Collection on November 15, 2015</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151110_americarecyclesday15.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2015 09:45:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On November 15 at the Bear Valley Visitor Center, Point Reyes National Seashore will host an electronic waste recycling collection, joining thousands of local organizers holding recycling events across the country to celebrate America Recycles Day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151110_americarecyclesday15.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Hazard Statement Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore for Wednesday, October 28, and Thursday, October 29, 2015</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151028_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2015 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A beach hazard statement has been issued by the National Weather Service and is in effect until 3 pm on Thursday, October 29. All visitors to park beaches should use caution if near the water&#39;s edge. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151028_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Capsized Vessel in Tomales Bay - One deceased, one missing</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151026_drowning_in_tomales_bay.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2015 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>At approximately 9 am today, a boat in distress call was put out by a vessel near the mouth of Tomales Bay. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151026_drowning_in_tomales_bay.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Recruiting for Winter Wildlife Docent Volunteers for the Winter of 2016</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151013_winterwildlifeldocent16.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2015 11:25:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>With elephant seals returning to Point Reyes National Seashore and gray whales migrating by, volunteer docents are needed to protect the seals and educate the public. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151013_winterwildlifeldocent16.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Burns for Point Reyes National Seashore Begin on October 14, 2015</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151013_rxburns2015.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2015 09:50:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Fire Management staff at Point Reyes National Seashore is planning several controlled burns to help improve habitat and protect the area from wildfire. Over the next two weeks, beginning on Wednesday, October 14, three areas within the park will be treated with prescribed fire. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151013_rxburns2015.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Hazard Statement Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore for Saturday, October 10, 2015</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151009_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2015 10:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A beach hazard statement has been issued by the National Weather Service and is in effect from 7 am to 11 pm on Saturday, October 10. All visitors to park beaches should use caution if near the water&#39;s edge. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20151009_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Humana to Host Senior Skip Day; Offers Seniors 62+ Free Entrance to All National Parks on October 8</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150929_senior_skip_day.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2015 07:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service, in coordination with the National Park Foundation and Humana Inc., has established October 8, 2015, as Senior Skip Day&#8482; to encourage older adults to skip what they are doing and get out into their national parks for healthy activities. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150929_senior_skip_day.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore&#39;s 6th Annual Naturalization Ceremony</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150918_naturalization_ceremony15.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2015 04:10:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Twenty-five candidates from twenty countries will become new citizens during a ceremony at Point Reyes National Seashore on Friday, September 25, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150918_naturalization_ceremony15.htm</description>
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				  <title>California Coastal Cleanup Day 2015 at Drakes Beach</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150909_cccd15.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2015 06:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Saturday, September 19, Point Reyes National Seashore is hosting a beach cleanup at Drakes Beach for the annual California Coastal Cleanup Day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150909_cccd15.htm</description>
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				  <title>Increased Risk of Hazardous Beach Conditions along Southwest Facing Beaches on Wednesday, September 9, 2015</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150909_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2015 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A beach hazard statement has been issued by the National Weather Service for Wednesday, September 9, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150909_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Welcomes 4th Grade Students Through Every Kid In a Park Initiative</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150903_every_kid_in_a_park.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2015 06:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites all 4th grade students and their families to visit the park as part of the White House&#8217;s new Every Kid in a Park program. Starting September 2, 4th grade students can now go to www.everykidinapark.gov to complete an activity and obtain a free annual entry pass to more than 2,000 federal recreation areas, including national parks. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150903_every_kid_in_a_park.htm</description>
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				  <title>Increased Risk of Hazardous Beach Conditions along South Facing Beaches on Wednesday, July 29, 2015</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150729_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2015 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A beach hazard statement has been issued by the National Weather Service for Wednesday, July 29, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150729_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Seeks Public Input on Accessibility</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150714_accessibility_self-evaluation_and_transition_plan.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2015 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking public input on a plan designed to ensure that key park experiences are accessible to people of all abilities. All are invited to learn about the Accessibility Transition Plan and provide comments at an open house on Thursday, July 30, 2015, from 5:30 pm to 7 pm at the Bay Model Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150714_accessibility_self-evaluation_and_transition_plan.htm</description>
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				  <title>Coastal Dune Restoration at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150702_dune_restoration_fonsi.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2015 11:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore has completed planning to continue coastal dune restoration to restore up to 600 acres of native dune habitat, a critical link in the park&#39;s efforts to strengthen threatened and endangered populations of coastal plant and bird species. The National Park Service has signed a Finding of No Significant Impact for the Coastal Dune Restoration Environmental Assessment to improve and restore coastal dune habitat of critical ecological importance. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150702_dune_restoration_fonsi.htm</description>
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				  <title>35th Annual Big Time Festival at Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150701_bigtime15.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2015 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Big Time, an annual traditional Native American trade festival, will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2015, from 10 am to 4 pm, at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150701_bigtime15.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Summer 2015 Hours and Activities</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150701_vc_summer_hours.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2015 06:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will be increasing hours and services to help visitors make the most of their summer. Beginning on the July 4 Weekend and running through Labor Day Weekend, all park visitor centers will have extended days and hours of service. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150701_vc_summer_hours.htm</description>
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				  <title>Temporary Beach Closure for the Threatened Snowy Plover at Point Reyes National Seashore During July 4 Weekend</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150629_ploverclosures15.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2015 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A temporary closure of the beach area between the North Beach parking lot and the mouth of Abbotts Lagoon is in effect for the Fourth of July weekend to  better ensure the survival of federally-threatened western snowy plover nests and chicks within this area during the busy holiday weekend. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150629_ploverclosures15.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Sponsors Veterans to Bolster Wildland Fire Suppression Capacity</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150623_team_rubicon_training.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2015 12:45:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore, in partnership with the veteran-based organization Team Rubicon, is hosting firefighter training for 75 to 80 veterans from June 26 through June 29, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150623_team_rubicon_training.htm</description>
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				  <title>Commemorating a Proud Tradition of Lifesaving at Point Reyes National Seashore on Friday, May 22, 2015</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150520_uscgmemorialday15.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2015 10:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The U.S. Coast Guard and Point Reyes National Seashore will be honoring the sacrifice of the men who served to protect America&#39;s coast on Friday, May 22, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150520_uscgmemorialday15.htm</description>
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				  <title>Trails and Oceans Stewardship Day 2015 at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150518_trails_oceans_stewardship_day_2015.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2015 07:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore and the Point Reyes National Seashore Association will be sponsoring a Trails &#38; Ocean Stewardship Day on the Estero Trail, this Saturday, June 6, from 9:30 am to 3 pm. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150518_trails_oceans_stewardship_day_2015.htm</description>
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				  <title>Temporary Beach Closure for the Threatened Snowy Plover at Point Reyes National Seashore During Memorial Day Weekend 2015</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150518_ploverclosures15.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2015 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A temporary closure of the beach area between 0.5 miles north of the North Beach parking lot and 0.35 miles south of the mouth of Abbotts Lagoon is in effect for the Memorial Day weekend to ensure the survival of federally-threatened western snowy plover nests and chicks within this area during the busy holiday weekend. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150518_ploverclosures15.htm</description>
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				  <title>Inspiration at Point Reyes National Seashore Leads to a Children&#39;s Book about a Gray Whale Calf and Mother</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150430_lindsey_book_reading.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2015 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Children&#39;s author Marta Lindsey will do two readings of her new book, &#60;em&#62;Little Gray&#39;s Great Migration&#60;/em&#62;, at the Bear Valley Visitor Center on Saturday, May 9, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150430_lindsey_book_reading.htm</description>
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				  <title>Tourism to Point Reyes National Seashore Creates $102 Million in Economic Benefits in 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150423_pore_tourism_economic_benefits_2014.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2015 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A new National Park Service report shows that the 2.43 million visitors to Point Reyes National Seashore in 2014 spent more than $102 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 1,322 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy in excess of $128 million. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150423_pore_tourism_economic_benefits_2014.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Hazard Statement Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore from April 16 through April 17, 2015</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150416_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2015 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A beach hazard statement has been issued by the National Weather Service and remains in effect from Thursday morning, April 16, through Friday evening, April 17. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150416_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Hosts Earth Day 2015 Electronics Recycling Collection</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150414_earth_day_2015_e-waste_drive.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2015 11:34:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On April 22, at the Bear Valley Visitor Center, from 11 am to 1 pm, Point Reyes National Seashore will host an electronic waste (e-waste) recycling collection, joining thousands of local organizers holding recycling and other events across the country to celebrate Earth Day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150414_earth_day_2015_e-waste_drive.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Joins National Find Your Park Movement</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150331_findyourpark.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 09:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore joins parks, programs and partners across the country to encourage everyone to find their park and share their stories online at FindYourPark.com. Launched this week by the National Park Service and the National Park Foundation, Find Your Park is a public awareness and education campaign celebrating the milestone centennial anniversary of the National Park Service in 2016 and setting the stage for its second century of service. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150331_findyourpark.htm</description>
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				  <title>Special Week Long Education Events at Point Reyes National Seashore with the Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150330_leave_no_trace_events.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2015 09:35:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics and its Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers team are partnering with the National Park Service and the Point Reyes National Seashore Association to host community events and educational activities April 6-13, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150330_leave_no_trace_events.htm</description>
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				  <title>Temporary Road Closure at Point Reyes National Seashore from March 30 through April 3</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150324_palomarin_parking_closure.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2015 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore staff will be performing cyclic road and parking lot maintenance at the Palomarin Trailhead at the southern end of the Seashore near Bolinas from Monday, March 30 through Friday, April 3. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150324_palomarin_parking_closure.htm</description>
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				  <title>Popular Overlook Collapses at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150322_arch_rock_collapses.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2015 04:15:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Saturday, March 21, a portion of the land at the Arch Rock overlook at Point Reyes National Seashore collapsed into the waters 70 feet below. The Arch Rock trail has been closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150322_arch_rock_collapses.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer 2015 Youth Employment at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150313_ycc15.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2015 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking applications for this summer&#39;s Youth Conservation Corps Program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150313_ycc15.htm</description>
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				  <title>Nationally-touring Art Quilt Exhibit at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150312_art_quilts.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2015 07:55:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A juried show of twenty-six art quilts created by 22 Florida artists will be on display in Point Reyes National Seashore&#39;s Bear Valley Visitor Center on March 11, 2015. The show, titled Piecing Together a Changing Planet, highlights a few of the many ways that America&#39;s 407 National Parks are being impacted by climate change, water pollution, air pollution and other human-caused phenomena. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150312_art_quilts.htm</description>
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				  <title>Annual Closures at Point Reyes National Seashore for 2015 Harbor Seal Pupping Season</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150224_harborsealpupping15.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2015 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, an annual closure of Drakes Estero and the westernmost end of Limantour Spit is implemented to protect harbor seals during their pupping season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150224_harborsealpupping15.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Hazard Statement Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore from February 12 through February 14, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150211_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2015 06:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A beach hazard statement has been issued by the National Weather Service and remains in effect from Thursday morning, February 12 through Saturday afternoon, February 14. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150211_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>High Surf Advisory Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore from January 23 through early on January 25, 2015</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150123_high_surf_advisory.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2015 04:42:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service in the San Francisco Bay area has issued a high surf advisory, which is in effect until 6 am PST Sunday. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150123_high_surf_advisory.htm</description>
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				  <title>Goat Grazing Experiment to Reduce Invasive Vegetation</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150116_goat_grazing_experiment.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2015 04:22:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will begin an experimental vegetation treatment project through the use of goat grazing within Historic D Ranch. This project will begin the week of January 19. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150116_goat_grazing_experiment.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service is Seeking Comments for an Environmental Assessment for the Proposed Coastal Dune Restoration Project</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150109_dunerestoration_project_ea_released.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2015 09:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore has released for public review the Coastal Dune Restoration Environmental Assessment (EA) to improve and restore coastal dune habitat of critical ecological importance in the park. As part of this planning process, we welcome your comments on the EA. The end of the comment period is Friday, February 9, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150109_dunerestoration_project_ea_released.htm</description>
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				  <title>5th Annual Point Reyes Christmas Bird Count for Kids (CBC4Kids)</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150105_cbc4k_2015.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2015 06:22:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service, in collaboration with Point Reyes National Seashore Association and Sonoma Birding, will host the 5th Annual Point Reyes Christmas Bird Count for Kids (CBC4Kids) on Saturday, January 10, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150105_cbc4k_2015.htm</description>
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				  <title>Closure and Health Advisory at Drakes Estero - January 2, 2015</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150102_drakesestero_health_advisory.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2015 04:44:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Drakes Estero is closed to the collection of Pacific oysters and Manila clams. Pacific oysters and Manila clams in Drakes Estero are not being monitored and pose a public health threat. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20150102_drakesestero_health_advisory.htm</description>
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				  <title>Special Weather Statement Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore through the Evening of Thursday, December 11, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141210_special_weather_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2014 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A very wet storm system will bring substantial rainfall, high surf, and high winds to the Point Reyes area beginning Wednesday night and through the day Thursday. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141210_special_weather_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>2015 Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141209_shuttles15.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2014 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Winter Shuttle Bus System for the Point Reyes Headlands begins on Friday, December 26, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141209_shuttles15.htm</description>
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				  <title>Thanksgiving Day 2014 at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141125_vc_thanksgiving_hours.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2014 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Thanksgiving Day, the Bear Valley Visitor Center will be open from 9 am until 2 pm, and the Point Reyes Lighthouse and Visitor Center will be open from 10 am until 2 pm. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141125_vc_thanksgiving_hours.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Hazards Statement Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore through Thursday, November 13, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141112_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2014 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A beach hazards statement for sneaker waves and rip currents has been issued for areas along the coast including Point Reyes National Seashore. These conditions will be in effect through Thursday afternoon. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141112_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Hosts National Electronics Recycling Collection on November 15, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141110_americarecyclesday14.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2014 10:43:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On November 15 at the Bear Valley Visitor Center, Point Reyes National Seashore will host an electronic waste recycling collection, joining thousands of local organizers holding recycling events across the country to celebrate America Recycles Day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141110_americarecyclesday14.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service to Host Community Workshops for the Ranch Comprehensive Management Plan</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141103_ranch_cmp_workshops.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2014 07:05:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will host two community workshops for the Ranch Comprehensive Management Plan/Environmental Assessment on November 20 and 21. The meetings will provide an update on the Ranch Comprehensive Management Plan and solicit further thought and discussion from the public. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141103_ranch_cmp_workshops.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Hazards Statement Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore through the Evening of Tuesday, October 21, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141020_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2014 09:17:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A beach hazards statement has been issued for areas along the coast, including Point Reyes National Seashore. These conditions will be in effect until Tuesday night. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141020_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Recruiting for Winter Wildlife Docent Volunteers for the Winter of 2014&#8211;2015</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141020_winterwildlifeldocent15.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2014 05:49:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>With elephant seals returning to Point Reyes National Seashore and gray whales migrating by, volunteer docents are needed to protect the seals and educate the public. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141020_winterwildlifeldocent15.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Hazards Statement Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore for the Weekend of October 11 and 12, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141010_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2014 11:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service in the San Francisco Bay area has issued a beach hazards statement for sneaker waves and strong rip currents, which is in effect from Saturday morning through late Sunday night. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141010_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>El Servicio de Parques Nacionales anuncia el acuerdo conciliatorio con la compania Drakes Bay Oyster</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141006_dboc_settlement_espanol.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2014 06:54:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>El Servicio de Parques Nacionales ha anunciado hoy la presentaci&#243;n conjunta de un acuerdo de soluci&#243;n y proyecto de decreto por consentimiento. De ser aprobado por el Tribunal de Distrito de Estadios Unidos pondr&#237;a fin a un litigio con la compania de Drakes Bay Oyster que ha estado en marcha desde Diciembre de 2012. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141006_dboc_settlement_espanol.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service Announces Settlement Agreement with Drakes Bay Oyster Company</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141006_dboc_settlement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2014 06:20:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service today announced the joint filing of a settlement agreement and proposed consent decree that, if approved by the U.S. District Court, would end litigation with Drakes Bay Oyster Company that has been ongoing since December 2012. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141006_dboc_settlement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Burns Planned for Olema Valley to Begin on October 7, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141003_rxburns_olema_valley.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2014 10:38:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>With cooler conditions in the forecast for next week, the Fire Management staff at Point Reyes National Seashore is planning two days of controlled burning along Highway One in the Olema Valley. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141003_rxburns_olema_valley.htm</description>
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				  <title>Heat Advisory and Beach Hazards Statement Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore for October 3, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141003_heat_advisory_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2014 06:14:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory until 9 pm this evening and a beach hazards statement for rip currents and sneaker waves through this evening. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20141003_heat_advisory_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Burns Planned for Estero Trailhead on Tuesday, September 30, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140929_rxburn_estero.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2014 05:49:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is planning a controlled burn near the Estero Trailhead on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard on Tuesday, September 30, from 10 am until 3 pm. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140929_rxburn_estero.htm</description>
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				  <title>Public Comments and Summary Report Now Available for the Ranch Comprehensive Management Plan</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140918_ranch_cmp_scoping_public_comment_report.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2014 06:59:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The NPS has released the Public Comment Analysis Report for the Ranch Comprehensive Management Plan/Environmental Assessment. The report presents analysis and summary of public comment, and includes more than 3,000 comment letters submitted during the 6 week comment period. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140918_ranch_cmp_scoping_public_comment_report.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Prepares for the 2014-2015 School Year</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140916_visitorcenterwinterhours14-15.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2014 10:18:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will be changing hours and services as we prepare for the return of school children from around the Bay Area. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140916_visitorcenterwinterhours14-15.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Burns Planned for Olema Valley to Begin Next Week on September 22, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140916_rxburns_olema_valley.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2014 08:18:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fire Management staff at Point Reyes National Seashore are planning up to four days of controlled burning along Highway One in the Olema Valley during the months of September and October. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140916_rxburns_olema_valley.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Hazards Statement Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore for September 15, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140915_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2014 11:50:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service in the San Francisco Bay Area has issued a beach hazards statements for strong rip currents for Monday, September 15, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140915_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Free Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations Installed for Public Use at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140904_bvvc_ev_chargers.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2014 12:42:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Three electric vehicle charging stations have been installed at the Bear Valley Visitor Center parking lot at Point Reyes National Seashore and they are available and free to the public. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140904_bvvc_ev_chargers.htm</description>
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				  <title>Missing Swimmer at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140902_missing_swimmer.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2014 05:57:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Multi-agency search continues for missing swimmer at Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140902_missing_swimmer.htm</description>
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				  <title>33rd Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach - Sunday, August 31, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140811_sandsculpture14.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2014 12:38:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to join the 33rd annual Sand Sculpture Contest. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140811_sandsculpture14.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Tourism Creates Nearly $110 Million in Economic Benefits in 2013</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140724_economic_benefits_2013.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2014 07:54:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A new National Park Service report shows that the more than 2.6 million visitors in 2013 spent nearly $110 million in communities near the park. That spending supported more than 1,200 jobs in the local area. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140724_economic_benefits_2013.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service Seeks Comments on Environmental Assessment for the Road Improvement and Maintenance Projects in Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140716_pore_road_improvements_ea.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2014 07:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Cicely Muldoon announced today that through August 18, 2014, the public is invited to review and comment on the Environmental Assessment for the Road Improvement and Maintenance Projects in Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140716_pore_road_improvements_ea.htm</description>
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				  <title>Notice of Public Scoping Meeting: Sir Francis Drake Boulevard Improvements in Point Reyes National Seashore, Marin County</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140708_public_scoping_meeting_sfdb_improvements.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2014 07:57:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A public scoping meeting to discuss proposed improvements to approximately 12 miles of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard in Point Reyes National Seashore will be held on Tuesday July 22, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140708_public_scoping_meeting_sfdb_improvements.htm</description>
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				  <title>Historic Morse Code Radio Station KPH Returns to the Air for Night Nights XV</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140708_nightofnights14.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2014 06:40:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The former Marconi and RCA Morse code radio station KPH will make a commemorative broadcast on Saturday, July 12, 2014, the fifteenth anniversary of the last commercial Morse code transmission in North America. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140708_nightofnights14.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore 5th Annual Naturalization Ceremony</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140707_naturalization_ceremony14.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2014 06:08:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Twenty-one candidates from nine countries will become new citizens during a ceremony at Point Reyes National Seashore on Friday, July 11, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140707_naturalization_ceremony14.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Recruiting for Tule Elk Docent Volunteers for the Summer of 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140701_elkdocents14.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2014 09:40:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is currently accepting applications for the Tule Elk Docent Program for the summer of 2014. Training is scheduled for July 12 and 20, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140701_elkdocents14.htm</description>
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				  <title>34th Annual Big Time Festival at Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140701_bigtime14.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2014 05:53:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Big Time, an annual traditional Native American trade festival, will be held on Saturday, July 19, 2014, from 10 am to 4 pm, at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140701_bigtime14.htm</description>
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				  <title>Temporary Beach Closure for the Threatened Snowy Plover at Point Reyes National Seashore During July 4, 2014, Weekend</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140625_ploverclosures14.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2014 12:07:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Point Reyes Beach between Abbotts Lagoon and the North Beach parking area will be closed over the 4th of July weekend. In 2013, there were eleven plover chicks at the beginning of the holiday weekend; three survived to Monday. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140625_ploverclosures14.htm</description>
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				  <title>Trails &#38; Oceans Stewardship Day 2014 at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140602_trails_oceans_stewardship_day_2014.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2014 10:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore and the Point Reyes National Seashore Association will be sponsoring a Trails &#38; Ocean Stewardship Day at Limantour Beach, this Saturday, June 7, from 10 am to 2:30 pm. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140602_trails_oceans_stewardship_day_2014.htm</description>
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				  <title>Body Found in Point Reyes National Seashore on May 21, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140523_body_found_near_palomarin.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2014 09:08:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On May 21, 2014, shortly after noon, a body was discovered in Point Reyes National Seashore near the Palomarin Trailhead at the southern end of Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140523_body_found_near_palomarin.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Summer 2014 Hours and Activities</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140522_vc_summer_hours.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2014 05:54:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will be restoring some hours and services to help visitors make the most of their summer. Beginning on Memorial Day Weekend and running through Labor Day Weekend, all park visitor centers will have extended days and hours of service. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140522_vc_summer_hours.htm</description>
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				  <title>Commemorating a Proud Tradition of Life-Saving at Point Reyes National Seashore on May 26, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140516_uscgmemorialday14.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2014 11:50:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will be honoring the sacrifice of the men who served to protect America&#8217;s coast on Memorial Day. Following the ceremony, there will be an open house at the historic Point Reyes Lifeboat Station at Chimney Rock. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140516_uscgmemorialday14.htm</description>
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				  <title>A Centennial Celebration of Marconi and RCA Wireless Radio: 1914&#8211;2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140516_marconi_centennial.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2014 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>This year, September 24 marks the 100th anniversary of the very first Trans-Pacific wireless radio transmission. Through September, Point Reyes National Seashore is partnering with seven organizations, museums, and parks to host a series of exhibits and events in the West Marin community to celebrate the Centennial. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140516_marconi_centennial.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Hazards Statement Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore on May 14, 2014, for Second Consecutive Day</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140514_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2014 07:01:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service in the San Francisco Bay Area has issued a Beach Hazards Statement for a large, fast-moving northwest swell for Wednesday, May 14, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140514_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Hazards Statement Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore for May 13, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140513_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2014 06:53:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service in the San Francisco Bay Area has issued a Beach Hazards Statement for a large, fast-moving northwest swell for Tuesday, May 13, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140513_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Initiates Ranch Planning</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140421_ranch_cmp_scoping.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2014 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service is initiating a ranch planning process for the approximately 28,000 acres of working beef cattle and dairy ranches administered by Point Reyes National Seashore. Scoping, which will run from April 21 through June 2, 2014, invites the public to comment so concerns are identified early and the analysis is focused on the issues raised. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140421_ranch_cmp_scoping.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Hosts Earth Day 2014 Electronics Recycling Collection</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140414_earth_day_2014_e-waste_drive.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2014 06:58:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On April 22, at the Bear Valley Visitor Center, from 10 am to 2 pm, Point Reyes National Seashore will host an electronic waste (e-waste) recycling collection, joining thousands of local organizers holding recycling and other events across the country to celebrate Earth Day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140414_earth_day_2014_e-waste_drive.htm</description>
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				  <title>Rebels With A Cause to Broadcast on PBS Stations</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140401_rebels_with_a_cause_national_broadcast.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2014 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>&#60;em&#62;Rebels with a Cause&#60;/em&#62;, a documentary airing on PBS stations this April, celebrates the people and passion that saved the coastal wonders that would become the Point Reyes National Seashore and the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140401_rebels_with_a_cause_national_broadcast.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer 2014 Youth Employment at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140312_ycc14.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2014 11:51:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking applications for this summer&#39;s Youth Conservation Corps Program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140312_ycc14.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Hazards Statement Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore for March 12, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140311_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2014 08:55:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service in the San Francisco Bay Area has issued a beach hazards statements for sneaker waves and rip currents for Wednesday, March 12, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140311_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>BioBlitz 2014 at the Giacomini Wetlands</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140311_bioblitz2014.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2014 08:43:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>To better understand, appreciate, and protect our natural treasures, the National Park Service, National Geographic, Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, the Point Reyes National Seashore Association, and Presidio Trust are teaming up to host a 24-hour BioBlitz species count on Friday-Saturday, March 28-29, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140311_bioblitz2014.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Tourism Creates Nearly $98 Million in Economic Benefits in 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140303_pore_tourism_economic_benefits_2012.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2014 04:21:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A new National Park Service report shows that the more than 2.4 million visitors in 2012 spent nearly $98 million in communities near the park. That spending supported more than 1,100 jobs in the local area. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140303_pore_tourism_economic_benefits_2012.htm</description>
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				  <title>Annual Closures at Point Reyes National Seashore for 2014 Harbor Seal Pupping Season</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140225_harborsealpupping14.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2014 05:55:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, an annual closure of Drakes Estero is implemented to protect harbor seals during their pupping season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140225_harborsealpupping14.htm</description>
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				  <title>AmeriCorps NCCC Members are Reaching for the Root of the Problem at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140210_americorps.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2014 05:42:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On January 23, a team of nine young adults from AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps began working with the Point Reyes National Seashore. The team will help remove invasive species such as cape-ivy, iceplant, fertile capeweed, European beach-grass, and Scotch broom. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140210_americorps.htm</description>
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				  <title>High Surf Advisory for Point Reyes National Seashore on January 23 &#38; 24, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140123_high_surf_advisory.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2014 12:02:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service report has issued a high surf advisory for the Northern and Central California coast which is in effect until at least 9 pm PST Friday, January 24. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140123_high_surf_advisory.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fisherman Swept into Ocean at Point Reyes National Seashore on January 20, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140120_drowning.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2014 04:41:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>At approximately 12:10 pm today, an individual fisherman was swept out to sea off of Point Reyes Beach North while fishing by himself. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140120_drowning.htm</description>
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				  <title>Hazardous Surf Conditions for Point Reyes National Seashore on January 12, 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140111_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sat, 11 Jan 2014 06:12:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a beach hazards statement for large northwest swells that will approach the coast on Saturday evening. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20140111_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Closure to Sea Lion Overlook Stairs for Repairs from January 6 through March1,  2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131217_sea_lion_overlook_stair_repairs.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2013 04:08:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The wooden staircase at the Sea Lion Overlook will be closed for repairs from January 6 through March 1, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131217_sea_lion_overlook_stair_repairs.htm</description>
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				  <title>2014 Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131212_shuttles14.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2013 05:22:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Winter Shuttle Bus System for the Point Reyes Headlands begins on Saturday, December 28, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131212_shuttles14.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fourth Annual Point Reyes Christmas Bird Count for Kids (CBC4Kids)</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131209_cbc4k_2014.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2013 09:31:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Families with children ages 3-18 are invited to join birders at Point Reyes National Seashore for a half day event to learn some of the important basic elements of the National Audubon Society&#39;s Annual Christmas Bird Count. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131209_cbc4k_2014.htm</description>
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				  <title>Hazardous Surf Conditions for Point Reyes National Seashore for November 28, 2013</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131127_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2013 04:01:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a beach hazards statement for large northwest swells that will approach the coast on Thursday. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131127_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Parks in Marin County Issue Fire Danger Restrictions on November 4, 2013</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131104_extreme_fire_danger.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2013 04:44:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Service fire officials have declared that the fire danger rating will be Extreme today for Point Reyes National Seashore and Golden Gate NRA sites in Marin County. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131104_extreme_fire_danger.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Visitor Center Winter 2013&#8211;2014 Hours</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131030_visitorcenterwinterhours14.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2013 10:39:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore visitor centers will operate under winter hours beginning on Sunday, November 3, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131030_visitorcenterwinterhours14.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore to Host National Recycling Collection on November 15, 2013</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131028_americarecyclesday13.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2013 06:27:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On November 15 at the Bear Valley Visitor Center, Point Reyes National Seashore will host an electronic waste recycling collection, joining thousands of local organizers holding recycling events across the country to celebrate America Recycles Day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131028_americarecyclesday13.htm</description>
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				  <title>Giacomini Wetlands Restoration Project: 5th Anniversary Celebration</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131021_giacomini_wetlands_fifth_anniversary.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2013 07:07:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Come join us for the Giacomini Wetland Restoration Project 5-Year Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, October 26, 2013. Choose from a variety of activities exploring the restored wetlands in the morning, and/or learn more during the afternoon symposium. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131021_giacomini_wetlands_fifth_anniversary.htm</description>
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				  <title>Hazardous Surf Conditions at Point Reyes National Seashore for October 21 &#38; 22, 2013</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131021_beach_hazards_statement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2013 06:52:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a beach hazards statement for sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large surf, which is in effect through Tuesday afternoon, from Sonoma County south to Monterey County. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131021_beach_hazards_statement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Estero Prescribed Fire Planned for the Week of October 21, 2013</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131017_rxburns_estero.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2013 06:13:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Final preparations for the Estero Prescribed Fire resumed today at Point Reyes National Seashore. This project, which was originally scheduled for early October, is now planned for next Wednesday, October 23 or Thursday, October 24. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131017_rxburns_estero.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Reopens to Visitors</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131017_point_reyes_reopens.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2013 06:07:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is open to visitors today. Visitors can access public areas and roads immediately while facilities and other public services are brought back online. Point Reyes National Seashore has been closed since October 1 due to the lapse in Congressional appropriations. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131017_point_reyes_reopens.htm</description>
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				  <title>Second Consecutive Extreme Fire Alert Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore on October 4, 2013</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131004_extreme_fire_danger.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2013 06:02:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Cicely Muldoon, stated that again today is an extreme fire danger alert within the Seashore due to the potential high fire danger. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131004_extreme_fire_danger.htm</description>
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				  <title>Extreme Fire Alert Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore on October 3, 2013</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131003_extreme_fire_danger.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2013 05:58:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Cicely Muldoon, stated that today is an extreme fire danger alert within the Seashore due to the potential high fire danger. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131003_extreme_fire_danger.htm</description>
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				  <title>Government Shutdown Forces Closure of Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131001_government_shutdown.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2013 05:47:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Because of the shutdown of the federal government caused by the lapse in appropriations, the National Park Service has closed all 401 national parks, including Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20131001_government_shutdown.htm</description>
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				  <title>Hazardous Surf Conditions for Point Reyes National Seashore on October 1, 2013</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130930_high_surf_advisory.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2013 05:39:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service report for this morning has issued a high surf advisory which is in effect until 5 am PDT Tuesday, October 1. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130930_high_surf_advisory.htm</description>
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				  <title>GirlTrek Outing at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130925_girltrek.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 25 Sep 2013 05:24:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Saturday, August 31, a group of 22 women representing GirlTrek from the greater San Francisco Bay Area came to Point Reyes National Seashore with a goal in mind: to hike the Bear Valley Trail to Arch Rock and back, and to promote having a healthier lifestyle and committing to maintain that lifestyle. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130925_girltrek.htm</description>
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				  <title>Weekday Closures on Limantour Road during October 2013 at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130924_limantour_road_closure.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2013 08:13:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Limantour Road at Point Reyes National Seashore will be closed for repairs on weekdays from 8 am until 5 pm beginning on Monday, September 30, 2013. The closure will be in effect up to 30 days. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130924_limantour_road_closure.htm</description>
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				  <title>Estero Prescribed Fire to Control Scotch Broom &#8211; 20 Years of Treatment Continues in Early October 2013</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130924_rxburns_estero.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2013 07:21:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fire management staff at Point Reyes National Seashore plan to burn 141 acres on N Ranch near Drakes Estero in early October, continuing an invasive plant eradication effort that has been using fire in combination with other techniques since 1993. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130924_rxburns_estero.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore 4th Annual Naturalization Ceremony</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130923_naturalization_ceremony13.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2013 08:21:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>20 candidates from 12 countries became new citizens during a ceremony at Point Reyes National Seashore on Friday, September 20, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130923_naturalization_ceremony13.htm</description>
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				  <title>Limantour Beach Selected for California Coastal Cleanup Day</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130910_cccd13.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2013 10:19:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Saturday, September 21, Point Reyes National Seashore is hosting a beach cleanup at Limantour Beach for the annual California Coastal Cleanup Day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130910_cccd13.htm</description>
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				  <title>NPS-Glen &#38; Wildcat Campgrounds Had Levels of Coliform Bacteria Above the Drinking Water Standard During June 2013</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130903_campground_drinking_water.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2013 10:08:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Our water system recently violated a drinking water standard. Although this is not an emergency, as our customers, you have a right to know what happened, what you should do, and what we did to correct the situation. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130903_campground_drinking_water.htm</description>
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				  <title>Proposed Fee Increases for Winter Shuttle</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130827_shuttle_fee_increase.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2013 12:31:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service is seeking public input from August 27 to October 31, 2013, about proposed increases to the shuttle bus fee from $5.00 to $7.00 for a roundtrip from Drakes Beach to the Lighthouse, Chimney Rock then returning to Drakes Beach. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130827_shuttle_fee_increase.htm</description>
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				  <title>BayWood Artists Paint Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130827_baywood_artists.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2013 12:09:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>This Labor Day weekend the natural beauty of Point Reyes National Seashore will be painted by BayWood Artists, featuring some of the best known landscape artists in California. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130827_baywood_artists.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service is Seeking Comments for an Environmental Assessment for the Proposed Rehabilitation of Roads and Parking Areas</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130730_roads_ea_public_scoping.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2013 07:06:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service (NPS) proposes to rehabilitate 22 miles of paved park roads and parking areas in Point Reyes National Seashore. The NPS will prepare an Environmental Assessment (EA) to evaluate the potential effects of alternatives for repairing and improving park roads and parking areas on the natural, cultural, and human environment. The NPS invites the public to submit written suggestions, comments, and concerns to help develop the scope of the EA. The scoping period closes August 30, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130730_roads_ea_public_scoping.htm</description>
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				  <title>Historic Morse Code Radio Station KPH Returns to the Air for Night Nights XIV</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130708_nightofnights13.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jul 2013 05:40:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The former Marconi and RCA Morse code radio station KPH will make a commemorative broadcast on Friday, July 12, 2013, the fourteenth anniversary of the last commercial Morse code transmission in North America. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130708_nightofnights13.htm</description>
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				  <title>33rd Annual Big Time Festival at Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130701_bigtime13.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2013 06:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Big Time, an annual traditional Native American trade festival, will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2013, from 10 am to 4 pm, at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130701_bigtime13.htm</description>
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				  <title>Request for scoping comments regarding a proposed telecommunication facility on Point Reyes Hill in Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130620_verizon_request_for_scoping_comments.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:12:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service has begun a 45-day public scoping period intended to engage the public in the National Environmental Policy Act process which will evaluate the effects of the potential issuance of a right of way permit for the commercial telecommunications facility to Verizon Wireless. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130620_verizon_request_for_scoping_comments.htm</description>
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				  <title>Body Found Alongside Sir Francis Drake Highway</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130606_body_found_alongside_sfdb.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:39:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On June 6, 2013, at about 9:45 am, a body was discovered in Point Reyes National Seashore near Sir Francis Drake Boulevard in the area of the Platform Bridge Road. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130606_body_found_alongside_sfdb.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes Trails Festival: A Healthy Parks, Healthy People Bay Area Event</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130524_trailsfestival2013.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2013 05:40:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Saturday, June 1, Point Reyes National Seashore Association, in partnership with Point Reyes National Seashore, will host the 2013 Trails Festival during National Trails Day, a free event from 10 am to 4 pm in the Bear Valley Picnic Area. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130524_trailsfestival2013.htm</description>
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				  <title>Special Memorial Day 2013 Commemorative at the Historic Coast Guard Cemetery and Lifesaving Station</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130522_uscgmemorialday13.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2013 08:10:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will be honoring the sacrifice of the men who served to protect America&#8217;s coast on Memorial Day. Following the ceremony, there will be an open house at the historic Point Reyes Lifeboat Station at Chimney Rock. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130522_uscgmemorialday13.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Hosts Earth Day 2013 Electronics Recycling Collection</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130408_earth_day_2013_e-waste_drive.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 08 Apr 2013 06:58:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On April 22, at the Bear Valley Visitor Center, from 10 am to 2 pm, Point Reyes National Seashore will host an electronic waste (e-waste) recycling collection, joining thousands of local organizers holding recycling and other events across the country to celebrate Earth Day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130408_earth_day_2013_e-waste_drive.htm</description>
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				  <title>High Wind Advisory for Point Reyes National Seashore on Monday, April 8, 2013</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130408_high_wind_advisory.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 08 Apr 2013 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>This morning, the National Weather Service issued a high wind advisory, which is in effect until 8 pm this evening. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130408_high_wind_advisory.htm</description>
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				  <title>The Point Reyes Hostel achieved LEED Gold certification!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130311_hostel_leed_certification.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2013 09:22:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The facility at Point Reyes National Seashore, built to LEED standards, is the first Gold LEED certified hostel building in the United States. The National Park Service secured funding for the project through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) with additional funding from the California State Coastal Conservancy. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130311_hostel_leed_certification.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer 2013 Youth Employment at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130304_ycc13.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2013 12:45:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking applications for this summer&#39;s Youth Conservation Corps Program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130304_ycc13.htm</description>
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				  <title>Annual Harbor Seal Closures for 2013 Announced for Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130225_harborsealpupping13.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2013 05:02:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, an annual closure of Drakes Estero is implemented to protect harbor seals during their pupping season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130225_harborsealpupping13.htm</description>
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				  <title>Hazardous Surf Conditions for Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130118_hazardous_surf_conditions.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 18 Jan 2013 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a high surf advisory which is in effect from 10 am PST on Saturday, January 19 to 4 pm PST on Sunday, January 20. A beach hazards statement has also been issued. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130118_hazardous_surf_conditions.htm</description>
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				  <title>Limantour Road Opened to Vehicles at Point Reyes National Seashore - January 4, 2013</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130104_limantour_road_open.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 04 Jan 2013 05:45:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Limantour Road at Point Reyes National Seashore will be reopened at 2 pm on Friday, January 4, 2013. The road has been stabilized and temporary measures will provide access until permanent repairs to the road can be carried out in the next few months. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20130104_limantour_road_open.htm</description>
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				  <title>Limantour Road Closed at Point Reyes National Seashore - December 31, 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20121231_limantour_road_closure.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 31 Dec 2012 06:45:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Limantour Road at Point Reyes National Seashore has been closed due to the failure of a culvert beneath it. Limantour Road will remain closed until park engineers and road crew can assess the damage and begin repair work. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20121231_limantour_road_closure.htm</description>
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				  <title>Enjoy the Holidays at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20121219_holidayhours12.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2012 04:49:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The winter is full of wonder at Point Reyes National Seashore, with the chance to see elephant seals, gray whales, and a lot more. It is a great place to enjoy the holidays and the New Year. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20121219_holidayhours12.htm</description>
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				  <title>2013 Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20121210_shuttles13.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 10 Dec 2012 11:15:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Winter Shuttle Bus System for the Point Reyes Headlands begins on Saturday, December 29, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20121210_shuttles13.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Visitor Center Winter Hours</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20121128_visitorcenterwinterhours13.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 28 Nov 2012 10:57:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore visitor centers will operate under winter hours beginning on Saturday, December 1, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20121128_visitorcenterwinterhours13.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Hosts Electronic Waste Recycling Collection</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20121105_americarecyclesday12.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 05 Nov 2012 06:20:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On November 15 at the Bear Valley Visitor Center, Point Reyes National Seashore will host an electronic waste recycling collection, joining thousands of local organizers holding recycling events across the country to celebrate America Recycles Day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20121105_americarecyclesday12.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Recruiting for Winter Wildlife Docent Volunteers for 2013</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20121017_winterwildlifeldocent13.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2012 05:37:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>With elephant seals returning to Point Reyes National Seashore and gray whales migrating by, volunteer docents are needed to protect the seals and educate the public. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20121017_winterwildlifeldocent13.htm</description>
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				  <title>More Prescribed Burns Planned for the Next Few Weeks in Olema Valley</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120919_rxburns_olemavalley.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2012 11:33:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fire Management staff at Point Reyes National Seashore are planning up to three days of controlled burning over the next several weeks along Highway One in the Olema Valley. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120919_rxburns_olemavalley.htm</description>
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				  <title>NPS to Conduct a Prescribed Fire to Control Invasive Plant near Bolinas during the Week of September 17, 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120912_rxburns_bolinaslagoon.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 2012 10:29:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Golden Gate National Recreation Area plans to conduct the 7-acre Lagoon Prescribed Fire during the week of September 17, 2012, near the intersection of Bolinas-Fairfax Rd and Highway One, across from Bolinas Lagoon. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120912_rxburns_bolinaslagoon.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore to Host 3rd Annual Naturalization Ceremony</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120911_naturalization_ceremony12.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 11 Sep 2012 07:55:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>50 candidates, in commemoration of Point Reyes&#39; 50th Anniversary, from 20 countries will become new citizens during a ceremony at Point Reyes National Seashore on Monday, September 17, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120911_naturalization_ceremony12.htm</description>
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				  <title>Critical Culvert Repair will Close Bear Valley Trail for up to Three Weeks Starting September 17, 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120911_bear_valley_trail_culvert_replacement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 11 Sep 2012 06:26:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Bear Valley Trail will be closed to visitors starting Monday, September 17 for up to three weeks, including weekends, for the replacement of a culvert as well as restoration of a small section of highly eroded creek bank. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120911_bear_valley_trail_culvert_replacement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Beach Cleanup at Point Reyes National Seashore this Saturday, September 15, 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120911_cccd12.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 11 Sep 2012 05:27:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore, in conjunction with the California Coastal Commission&#39; California Coastal Cleanup Day, will be sponsoring a beach cleanup at Drakes Beach on Saturday, September 15, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120911_cccd12.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore and Ranchers Embark on Suite of Rangeland Water Quality Improvement Projects</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120830_range_improvements.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 2012 11:01:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service, in cooperation with park ranchers, will be constructing numerous grant-funded rangeland water quality improvement projects on seven ranches within Point Reyes National Seashore and Golden Gate National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120830_range_improvements.htm</description>
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				  <title>31st Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120820_sandsculpture12.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 20 Aug 2012 09:57:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to join the 31st annual Sand Sculpture Contest. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120820_sandsculpture12.htm</description>
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				  <title>Extreme Fire Alert Issued for Point Reyes National Seashore on August 9, 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120809_extreme_fire_danger.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 09 Aug 2012 06:23:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Cicely Muldoon has issued an extreme fire danger alert within the Seashore due to the potential high fire danger for Thursday, August 9, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120809_extreme_fire_danger.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes 50th Anniversary Photo Contest</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120807_photocontest.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 07 Aug 2012 06:02:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>To commemorate our 50th anniversary, Point Reyes National Seashore is sponsoring a photo contest. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120807_photocontest.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fire Danger - Know Before You Go</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120803_firedanger_knowbeforeyougo.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 03 Aug 2012 10:12:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Check out tips for visitors planning to go to Point Reyes National Seashore and Golden Gate National Recreation Area during fire season between June and November. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120803_firedanger_knowbeforeyougo.htm</description>
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				  <title>32nd Annual Big Time Festival at Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120703_bigtime12.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2012 06:55:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Big Time, an annual traditional Native American trade festival, will be held on Saturday, July 21, 2012, from 10 am to 4 pm, at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120703_bigtime12.htm</description>
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				  <title>Rare Whale Washes up Dead at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120625_fin_whale.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jun 2012 06:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Thursday, June 21, NOAA&#39;s National Marine Mammal Stranding Network responded to a reported dead whale that washed ashore at Point Reyes National Seashore. Scientists concluded that the whale had been killed by ship strike. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120625_fin_whale.htm</description>
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				  <title>Extreme Fire Danger Today (Monday, June 11, 2012) Affects National Parks in Marin</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120611_redflag.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jun 2012 06:48:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Weather conditions have prompted National Park Service officials to declare extreme fire danger for Point Reyes National Seashore and Golden Gate National Recreation Area sites in Marin County for today, Monday, June 11, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120611_redflag.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes Celebrates World Oceans Day, June 8, 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120605_worldoceansday12.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 05 Jun 2012 10:11:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Join park staff, in cooperation with the Gulf of the Farallones and Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuaries, as we celebrate World Oceans Day. Activities are scheduled throughout the day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120605_worldoceansday12.htm</description>
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				  <title>Coast Trail Closed and Impassable Due to Hazardous Conditions</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120531_coast_trail_closure.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 31 May 2012 09:59:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>As of Friday, June 1, 2012, the Coast Trail will be closed from the Point Reyes Hostel to Coast campground to all public access until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120531_coast_trail_closure.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Offers Training to Become Tule Elk Docent Volunteers for 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120530_elkdocents12.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 30 May 2012 06:07:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is currently accepting applications for the Tule Elk Docent Program for the summer of 2012. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120530_elkdocents12.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Offers Training to Become Snowy Plover Docent Volunteers for 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120530_ploverdocents12.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 30 May 2012 05:50:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is currently accepting applications for the Snowy Plover Docent Program for the summer of 2012. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120530_ploverdocents12.htm</description>
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				  <title>Special Memorial Day 2012 Commemorative at the Historic Coast Guard Cemetery and Lifesaving Station</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120521_uscgmemorialday12.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 21 May 2012 12:55:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will be honoring the sacrifice of the men who served to protect America&#8217;s coast on Memorial Day. Following the ceremony, there will be an open house at the Point Reyes Lifesaving Service Boathouse Station. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120521_uscgmemorialday12.htm</description>
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				  <title>Experience a Solar Eclipse in Your National Parks</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120515_annular_solar_eclipse.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 05:42:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The first solar eclipse viewable in the U.S. in the last 18 years will take place on Sunday, May 20, 2012. Visitors are invited to witness this event from their National Parks. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120515_annular_solar_eclipse.htm</description>
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				  <title>Help Point Reyes Celebrate our 50th Anniversary and View the YouTube Point Reyes Video</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120427_national_park_week_videos.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 27 Apr 2012 05:53:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>For National Park Week this year, the National Park Service is featuring park videos to encourage people to &#34;picture themselves at national parks.&#34; https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120427_national_park_week_videos.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore to Host Volunteer, Earth Day, and National Park Week Activities in April 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120410_earthweek_2012.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2012 07:16:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>As Point Reyes National Seashore commemorates our 50th Anniversary  this year, Earth Day celebrations will take place along with several volunteer opportunities. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120410_earthweek_2012.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer 2012 Youth Employment at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120313_ycc12.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2012 07:52:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking applications for this summer&#39;s Youth Conservation Corps Program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120313_ycc12.htm</description>
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				  <title>California Art Club Celebrates 50 Years of Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120307_california_art_club.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2012 06:24:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Please join us for an artists&#39; reception on March 10, 2012 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Red Barn Classroom. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120307_california_art_club.htm</description>
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				  <title>More than 52,000 comment letters on the future of Drakes Estero posted to Point Reyes National Seashore website</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120301_dboc_sup_deis_comments_posted.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2012 05:35:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Letters were submitted from every state, all of the United States commonwealths and territories, as well as 40 countries. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120301_dboc_sup_deis_comments_posted.htm</description>
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				  <title>Temporary Trail Closure during Fire Road Maintenance Project</title>
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				  <pubDate>Wed, 29 Feb 2012 06:18:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The fire road section of Inverness Ridge Trail at Point Reyes National Seashore will be temporarily closed from Monday March 5 through Friday March 9 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120229_inverness_ridge_trail_closure.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Creates Money and Jobs for Local Economy</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120228_economic_benefits_2010.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2012 04:46:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A new report shows that the over 2 million visitors in 2010 spent nearly $85 million in Point Reyes National Seashore and in communities near the park. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120228_economic_benefits_2010.htm</description>
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				  <title>2012 Harbor Seal Pupping Season at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120224_harborsealpupping12.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2012 05:27:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, an annual closure of Drakes Estero is implemented to protect harbor seals during their pupping season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120224_harborsealpupping12.htm</description>
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				  <title>Improvements to Park Camping Reservation System on the Way</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120213_camping_reservation_improvements.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:31:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Beginning on February 22, 2012, visitors will be able to make online reservations for backcountry and boat-in campsites in the Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120213_camping_reservation_improvements.htm</description>
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				  <title>New LEED Certified Building Open for Business at Point Reyes Hostel</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120213_hostel_facility_leed_certified.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:13:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 10:00 AM, staff from Point Reyes National Seashore and the Golden Gate Council of Hostelling International USA will celebrate the grand opening of a newly constructed, environmentally sensitive facility at the Point Reyes Hostel near Limantour Beach. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120213_hostel_facility_leed_certified.htm</description>
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				  <title>Hazardous Surf Conditions for Point Reyes National Seashore on Monday, February 13, 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120213_high_surf_advisory.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 07:56:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service has issued a high surf advisory which is in effect from 3 p.m. this afternoon to 3 a.m. PST Tuesday, February 14. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120213_high_surf_advisory.htm</description>
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				  <title>Second Annual Christmas Bird Count for Kids (CBC4Kids) at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120113_cbc4k_2012.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:42:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The second Point Reyes Christmas Bird Count for Kids took place on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at Point Reyes National Seashore. Organized by the Point Reyes National Seashore Association, in partnership with the National Park Service, Sonoma Birding, and Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuary, the event brought together over 100 children and parents who counted 977 birds and 71 species. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120113_cbc4k_2012.htm</description>
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				  <title>Entangled Elephant Seal Freed after Two Years</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120113_entangled_eseal_freed.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 08:53:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Staffs from Point Reyes National Seashore and The Marine Mammal Center recently removed a thick white packing strap that was wrapped tightly around the neck of a northern elephant seal. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20120113_entangled_eseal_freed.htm</description>
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				  <title>2012 Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111201_shuttles12.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2011 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Winter Shuttle Bus System for the Point Reyes Headlands begins on Saturday, December 31, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111201_shuttles12.htm</description>
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				  <title>Deadline for Public Comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Drakes Bay Oyster Company Special Use Permit Extended to December 9, 2011</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111117_dboc_sup_deis_comment_period_extension.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:19:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service is extending the public comment period for the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Drakes Bay Oyster Company Special Use Permit to December 9, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111117_dboc_sup_deis_comment_period_extension.htm</description>
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				  <title>More Red Flag Conditions and Extreme Fire Danger - Tuesday November 1, 2011</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111031_redflag2.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:27:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Another red flag warning, following the one last week, has been issued by the National Weather Service for the North Bay hills and the East Bay hills. This warning will be in effect from Tuesday morning 6:00 a.m. until Wednesday 6:00 a.m., November 1 and 2. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111031_redflag2.htm</description>
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				  <title>Red Flag Conditions, Extreme Fire Danger at National Parks in Marin for October 26, 2011</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111025_redflag.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2011 05:38:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A red flag warning issued by the National Weather Service for the North Bay Hills and the East Bay Hills this afternoon has prompted National Park Service officials to declare extreme fire danger for Point Reyes National Seashore and Golden Gate NRA sites in Marin County for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 26, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111025_redflag.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Recruiting for Winter Wildlife Docent Volunteers for the Winter of 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111019_winterwildlifeldocent12.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 07:03:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>With elephant seals returning to Point Reyes National Seashore and gray whales migrating by, volunteer docents are needed to protect the seals and educate the public. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111019_winterwildlifeldocent12.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Offers Media Opportunity on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Drakes Bay Oyster Company Special Use Permit</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111017_dboc_sup_deis_open_house_meetings_media_advisory.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 05:44:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A media opportunity will be held regarding the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Drakes Bay Oyster Company Special Use Permit prior to the public meeting at Fort Mason Center. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111017_dboc_sup_deis_open_house_meetings_media_advisory.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore to Host Open House Meetings on Commercial Shellfish Operations in Drakes Estero on October 18, 19, and 20, 2011</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111012_dboc_sup_deis_open_house_meetings.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 04:52:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service will host three open house meetings on October 18, 19, and 20 to provide information and gather public comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Drakes Bay Oyster Company Special Use Permit at Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111012_dboc_sup_deis_open_house_meetings.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service and California State Parks Sign Agreements to Keep State Parks Within National Park Boundaries in Marin County Open</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111006_nps_cdpr_agreement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 05:46:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Tomales Bay and Samuel P. Taylor State Parks, on the list of state parks to be closed in 2012, will be kept open, though on reduced schedules, through agreements signed this week by the National Park Service and California State Parks. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111006_nps_cdpr_agreement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Olema Valley Prescribed Burns Planned for Weeks of October 9 and 16, 2011</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111005_rxburns_olemavalley.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2011 09:02:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fire Management staff at Point Reyes National Seashore are planning two days of controlled burning along Highway One in the Olema Valley during the next two weeks. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20111005_rxburns_olemavalley.htm</description>
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				  <title>Small Research Burns to Help Restore Endangered Plant on D-Ranch</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110930_rxburns_d-ranch.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 05:34:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A series of small research burns will be conducted on D-Ranch in Point Reyes National Seashore as part of a collaborative project with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to restore the endangered Showy Indian Clover to coastal grasslands. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110930_rxburns_d-ranch.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service Seeks Public Comment on Commercial Shellfish Operations in Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110923_dboc_sup_deis.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 11:14:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service made available today a Draft Environmental Impact Statement evaluating the potential issuance of a Special Use Permit for a commercial shellfish operation in Drakes Estero in Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110923_dboc_sup_deis.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Headquarters Earns EPA&#39;s ENERGY STAR&#174; Certification for Superior Energy Efficiency</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110922_energy_star_award.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 06:17:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Administration Headquarters building at Point Reyes National Seashore has earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency&#39;s ENERGY STAR certification, which signifies that the building performs in the top 25 percent of similar facilities nationwide for energy efficiency and meets strict energy efficiency performance levels set by the EPA. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110922_energy_star_award.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore to Host Naturalization Ceremony on Friday, September 16, 2011</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110913_naturalization_ceremony11.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 05:28:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Nineteen candidates from seventeen countries will become new citizens during a ceremony at Point Reyes National Seashore on Friday, September 16, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110913_naturalization_ceremony11.htm</description>
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				  <title>Possible Hazardous Beach Conditions for Point Reyes National Seashore Over the Labor Day Holiday Weekend</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110902_labor_day_surf_warning.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2011 10:40:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service report for this weekend states that a long period of southerly swells resulting in hazardous conditions on many southerly facing beaches are expected to persist over the Labor Day holiday weekend. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110902_labor_day_surf_warning.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fire Safe Fourth of July at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110701_firesafejuly4th2011.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2011 14:14:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore joins many other parks in the San Francisco Bay Area in enforcing a ban on all fireworks. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110701_firesafejuly4th2011.htm</description>
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				  <title>31st Annual Big Time Festival At Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110701_bigtime11.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Big Time, an annual traditional Native American trade festival, will be held on Saturday, July 16, 2011, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110701_bigtime11.htm</description>
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				  <title>Extended Hours of Service at Point Reyes National Seashore for Summer 2011</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110630_extendedsummerhours.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 12:15:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Beginning Friday, July 1, and running through the Labor Day Weekend, extended summer hours and services will be added to assist visitors&#39; enjoyment of Point Reyes. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110630_extendedsummerhours.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Recruiting for Tule Elk Docent Volunteers for the Summer of 2011</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110603_elkdocents11.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is currently accepting applications for the Tule Elk Docent Program for the summer of 2011. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110603_elkdocents11.htm</description>
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				  <title>Hazardous Weather for Point Reyes National Seashore on March 24, 2011</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110324_winter_storm_warning.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Weather Service report for this morning states, a potent weather system will spread rain, wind, and the possibility of thunderstorms over the area today. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110324_winter_storm_warning.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer 2011 Youth Employment at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110322_ycc11.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2011 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking applications for this summer&#39;s Youth Conservation Corps Program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110322_ycc11.htm</description>
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				  <title>Public Comments and Summary Report Now Available for the Drakes Bay Oyster Company Special Use Permit Environmental Impact Statement</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110131_dboc_public_scoping_comments_report.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 30 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service has released the Public Comment Analysis Report for the Drakes Bay Oyster Company Special Use Permit Environmental Impact Statement. The report presents analysis and summary of public comment, and includes more than 4,000 pieces of correspondence submitted during the 50 day comment period. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110131_dboc_public_scoping_comments_report.htm</description>
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				  <title>Removal of Scotch Broom from Point Reyes National Seashore Gears Up</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110126_scotch_broom_removal.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20110126_scotch_broom_removal.htm</description>
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				  <title>Major Winter Storm Advisory for the Weekend of December 17, 2010</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101215_winter_storm_advisory.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 14 Dec 2010 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Park visitors should be advised that the combination of heavy rainfall and strong winds may cause falling of trees along roads and trails within the Point Reyes National Seashore which could lead to temporary closures. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101215_winter_storm_advisory.htm</description>
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				  <title>2011 Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101201_shuttles11.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2010 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Winter Shuttle Bus System for the Point Reyes Headlands begins on Saturday, January 1, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101201_shuttles11.htm</description>
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				  <title>Deadline for Initial Public Comment on the Drakes Bay Oyster Company Special Use Permit EIS Extended to November 26, 2010</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101122_dboc_public_scoping_closing_date_extended.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 21 Nov 2010 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A power outage in the Fort Collins, CO, offices of the NPS Natural Resource Program Center on Saturday, November 20 shut down servers for the NPS Planning, Environment and Public Comment web site for approximately 18 hours. As a result, people were unable to access the site and provide comments during that time on all NPS projects open for public comment, including the Point Reyes National Seashore Drakes Bay Estero Oyster Company Special Use Permit EIS. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101122_dboc_public_scoping_closing_date_extended.htm</description>
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				  <title>Proposed Fee Increases and Reservation System Changes</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101027_camping_fee_increase.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Superintendent Cicely Muldoon announced the public review period for proposed changes to the camping fee structure and reservation system at Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101027_camping_fee_increase.htm</description>
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				  <title>November 22, 2010 is the Deadline for Initial Public Comment on the Drakes Bay Oyster Company Special Use Permit EIS</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101022_dboc_public_scoping_closing_date.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 21 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101022_dboc_public_scoping_closing_date.htm</description>
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				  <title>Estero Prescribed Fire to Control Scotch Broom -- Week of October 18, 2010</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101015_rxburns_estero.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 14 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fire management staff at Point Reyes National Seashore plan to burn 20 acres on N Ranch near Drakes Estero the week of October 18, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101015_rxburns_estero.htm</description>
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				  <title>Extreme Fire Danger Continues through October 14, 2010, with No Red Flag Warning in Effect</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101014_extreme_fire_danger_continues.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The fire danger rating for the national parks in Marin County continues to be EXTREME today (Thursday, October 14), even though the National Weather Service has lifted the Red Flag Warning for the San Francisco Bay Area. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101014_extreme_fire_danger_continues.htm</description>
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				  <title>Extreme Fire Danger Continues through October 13, 2010, for S. F. Bay Area National Parks</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101012_extreme_fire_danger_continues.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The fire danger rating for the San Francisco Bay Area National Parks will continue to be &#34;Extreme&#34; on Wednesday, October 13. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101012_extreme_fire_danger_continues.htm</description>
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				  <title>Red Flag Fire Alert Issued for October 12, 2010, for San Francisco Bay Area National Parks</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101012_redflagalert.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Service Fire Management Officer Roger Wong has recommended a fire alert for several parks in the San Francisco Bay Area in response to a red flag warning which was issued by the National Weather Service. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101012_redflagalert.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Announces Public Scoping Meetings for Drakes Bay Oyster Company Special Use Permit Environmental Impact Statement</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101005_scoping_meetings.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service will be hosting three public meetings during the initial scoping phase of the Drakes Bay Oyster Company Special Use Permit Environmental Impact Statement. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101005_scoping_meetings.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore to Host Naturalization Ceremony</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101001_naturalization_ceremony.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>16 candidates from 13 countries will become new citizens during a ceremony at Point Reyes National Seashore on Tuesday, October 12, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20101001_naturalization_ceremony.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service to Initiate Public Process to Evaluate a 10-year Permit for Commercial Oyster Operations within Drakes Estero</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100922_oyster_eis_announcement.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service announced that it will develop an Environmental Impact Statement to evaluate potential issuance of a Special Use Permit for commercial oyster operations within Drakes Estero. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100922_oyster_eis_announcement.htm</description>
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				  <title>Highway One Prescribed Burns Planned for Olema Valley the Week of September 27, 2010</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100921_rxburns_olemavalley.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fire Management staff at Point Reyes National Seashore are planning two days of controlled burning during the week of September 27, 2010, along Highway One in the Olema Valley. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100921_rxburns_olemavalley.htm</description>
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				  <title>29th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach - Sunday, September 5, 2010</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100823_sandsculpture10.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 22 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to join the 29th annual Sand Sculpture Contest. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100823_sandsculpture10.htm</description>
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				  <title>Red Abalone Seizure at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100629_red_abalone_seizure.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Over this past weekend, National Park Rangers from Point Reyes National Seashore seized seventeen red abalone from six individuals along Tomales Point. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100629_red_abalone_seizure.htm</description>
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				  <title>30th Annual Big Time Festival At Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100625_bigtime10.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Big Time, an annual traditional Native American trade festival, will be held on Saturday, July 17, 2010, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100625_bigtime10.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Recruiting for Tule Elk Docent Volunteers for the Summer of 2010</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100610_elkdocents10.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is currently accepting applications for the Tule Elk Docent Program for the summer of 2010. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100610_elkdocents10.htm</description>
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				  <title>Memorial Day 2010 Ceremony at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100526_uscgmemorialday10.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will be honoring the sacrifice of the men who served to protect America&#39;s coast on Memorial Day. Following the ceremony, there will be an open house at the Point Reyes Lifesaving Service Boathouse Station. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100526_uscgmemorialday10.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Accepting Applications for the Snowy Plover Docent Program for 2010</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100505_ploverdocents10.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is currently accepting applications for the Snowy Plover Docent Program for the summer of 2010. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100505_ploverdocents10.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes Superintendent Named: Seasoned Professional to Lead National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100423_superintendent_muldoon.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 22 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Service Director Jon Jarvis today announced Cicely Muldoon as the new superintendent of Point Reyes National Seashore in northern California. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100423_superintendent_muldoon.htm</description>
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				  <title>Volunteers Track Non-Native Plants in National Parks</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100406_weedwatchers.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Dedicated volunteer Weed Watchers help National Parks steer clear of invasive plant species. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100406_weedwatchers.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Recruiting for Visitor Service Volunteers for the Summer of 2010</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100301_visitor_service_volunteers2010.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 28 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is currently recruiting and accepting applications for Visitor Service Volunteers for the summer of 2010. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100301_visitor_service_volunteers2010.htm</description>
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				  <title>2010 Harbor Seal Pupping Season at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100222_harborsealpupping10.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 21 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, an annual closure of Drakes Estero is implemented to protect the harbor seals during their pupping season.&#160; https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100222_harborsealpupping10.htm</description>
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				  <title>New Federal Firearms Law Takes Effect Monday</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100218_firearms.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A change in federal law effective February 22, allows people who can legally possess firearms under federal, California, and local law to possess those firearms in Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100218_firearms.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Continues Going Solar</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100208_going_solar.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A photovoltaic system that will produce approximately 16,000 kilowatt hours annually was placed in service at Point Reyes National Seashore last week. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100208_going_solar.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore to Conduct Pilot Project to Restore Native Dune Habitat</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20091204_dune_restoration_pilot_project.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20091204_dune_restoration_pilot_project.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Initiates Public Access Improvements for the Giacomini Wetland Restoration</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20091204_giacomini_public_access_improvements.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore has initiated stabilization and rehabilitation activities on the barn at the Giacomini Wetland overlook in Point Reyes Station.  These activities are part of a larger project, funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 program, to develop and improve public access and overlooks associated with Giacomini Wetland Restoration Project. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20091204_giacomini_public_access_improvements.htm</description>
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				  <title>2010 Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20091130_shuttles10.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Winter Shuttle Bus System for the Point Reyes Headlands begins on Saturday, December 26, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20091130_shuttles10.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore will Support Some State Park Operations in Order to Protect National Resources</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20091117_state_parks_assistance.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will provide enhanced law enforcement, support maintenance operations and provide natural resources protection within Tomales Bay and Samuel P. Taylor State Parks. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20091117_state_parks_assistance.htm</description>
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				  <title>Restore It and They Will Come: Celebrate an Environmental Success Story at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20091015_giacomini_anniversary.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20091015_giacomini_anniversary.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Burns Planned along Limantour Road and Highway 1 for the Weeks of October 19 &#38; 26 and November 2</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20091013_rxburns_limantour_hwy1.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fire Management staff at Point Reyes National Seashore plan to burn 45 acres along Limantour Road and 130 acres along Highway One during 4 separate days over the next three weeks. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20091013_rxburns_limantour_hwy1.htm</description>
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				  <title>Red Flag Fire Alert Issued for September 30, 2009, for San Francisco Bay Area National Parks</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090930_redflag2.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090930_redflag2.htm</description>
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				  <title>Replacement of Protective Fencing at Historic Point Reyes Lighthouse</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090930_lighthousefencing.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090930_lighthousefencing.htm</description>
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				  <title>Red Flag Fire Alert Issued for September 21, 2009, for Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090921_redflag.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Don Neubacher stated that today is a Red Flag Fire Alert day within the Seashore due to the potential high fire danger. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090921_redflag.htm</description>
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				  <title>Park Rangers and Drug Enforcement Officers Remove Additional Illegal Marijuana Cultivation Site at Point Reyes National Seashore on September 17, 2009</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090918_marijuanaremoval.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>This week, NPS Rangers and agents from the DEA, the Marin County Sheriff&#8217;s Office, and California Fish and Game entered a marijuana grow site and confiscated over 200 marijuana plants with an estimated street value of $900,000. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090918_marijuanaremoval.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Initiates Limantour and Glenbrook Restoration Project within the Phillip Burton Wilderness</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090914_glenbrook_dam_removal.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>This week the National Park Service will initiate the Glenbrook Restoration and Dam Removal Project within the Estero de Limantour and Glenbrook drainage. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090914_glenbrook_dam_removal.htm</description>
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				  <title>&#60;i&#62;The National Parks: America&#39;s Best Idea&#60;/i&#62; Film Screening at Dominican University of California on September 17, 2009</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090910_burns_film_at_dominican.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090910_burns_film_at_dominican.htm</description>
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				  <title>Local volunteers sought to pitch in at Point Reyes National Seashore on National Park Service Volunteer Day &#38; National Public Lands Day, Saturday and Sunday, September 26 &#38; 27, 2009</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090909_publiclandsday09.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090909_publiclandsday09.htm</description>
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				  <title>28th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach - Sunday, September 6, 2009</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090824_sandsculpture09.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to join the 28th annual Sand Sculpture Contest. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090824_sandsculpture09.htm</description>
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				  <title>Marine Protected Areas Created in California&#39;s North Central Coast</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090821_mpas_approved.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Earlier this month, California&#39;s Fish and Game Commission approved a sweeping plan to protect ocean habitats in 24 marine protected areas in state and federal waters, including some within and adjacent to Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090821_mpas_approved.htm</description>
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				  <title>Amateur Radio Activation at the Point Reyes Lighthouse</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090803_arlhs09.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Visitors to the Point Reyes Lighthouse are invited to view a temporary radio station from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, August 7, &#38; Saturday, August 8, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090803_arlhs09.htm</description>
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				  <title>29th Annual Big Time Festival At Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090701_bigtime09.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Big Time, an annual traditional Native American trade festival, will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2009, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090701_bigtime09.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Joins United We Serve Initiative</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090701_united_we_serve09.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090701_united_we_serve09.htm</description>
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				  <title>Local Youth Find Summer Jobs in Bay Area Parks</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090626_sca_summer_jobs09.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090626_sca_summer_jobs09.htm</description>
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				  <title>Park Rangers and Drug Enforcement Officers Remove Illegal Marijuana Cultivation Sites at Point Reyes National Seashore on June 17, 2009</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090618_marijuanaremoval.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090618_marijuanaremoval.htm</description>
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				  <title>Memorial Day 2009 Ceremony at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090518_uscgmemorialday09.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will be honoring the sacrifice of the men who served to protect America&#8217;s coast on Memorial Day. Following the ceremony, there will be an open house at the Point Reyes Lifesaving Service Boathouse Station. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090518_uscgmemorialday09.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Accepting Applications for the Tule Elk Docent Program for 2009</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090513_elkdocents09.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is currently accepting applications for the Tule Elk Docent Program for the summer of 2009. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090513_elkdocents09.htm</description>
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				  <title>Historic &#34;J&#34; Ranch Operated by the Kehoe Family, Receives North Bay Dairy of the Year Honors</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090511_kehoe_dairy.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Sonoma County Fair will be presenting the Kehoe brothers, Tim, Tom, Mike and their families with the &#34;Outstanding Dairy of the Year&#34; award later this summer. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090511_kehoe_dairy.htm</description>
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				  <title>Secretary Salazar Presents Giacomini Wetlands Restoration Partners with &#60;i&#62;Partners in Conservation&#60;/i&#62; Award</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090507_gwrp_partners_in_conservation.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar today presented a &#60;i&#62;Partners in Conservation Award&#60;/i&#62; to the Giacomini Wetlands Restoration partners for their work in the Tomales Bay and along the central California coast. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090507_gwrp_partners_in_conservation.htm</description>
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				  <title>Park Service to Use National Academy of Sciences Report to Improve Management of Drakes Estero</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090506_drakes_estero.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A National Academy of Sciences report released today identified several errors, but affirmed the majority of the report&#8217;s conclusions. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090506_drakes_estero.htm</description>
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				  <title>Arrest Made at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090415_autoburglarcaught.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A Petaluma man is facing burglary and weapons charges after National Park Rangers arrested him in the Point Reyes National Seashore and found a homemade cannon in his truck. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090415_autoburglarcaught.htm</description>
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				  <title>2009 National Park Week and National Volunteer Week at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090414_nationalparkweek2009.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>For 2009, National Park Week lasts from Saturday, April 18 through Sunday, April 26. Additionally, National Volunteer Week will be commemorated from April 19 through 25. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090414_nationalparkweek2009.htm</description>
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				  <title>Noted Speaker to Discuss Effect of Climate Change on Tomales Bay As Part of 2009 Giacomini Wetland Seminar Series</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090309_gwrp_seminar_russell.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Saturday, March 21, noted UC Davis professor Ann Russell, Associate Professor of Geology, will discuss the potential effect of climate variability and long term-change on Tomales Bay and the rest of the northern California coast. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090309_gwrp_seminar_russell.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer 2009 Youth Employment at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090304_ycc09.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 05:48:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking applications for this summer&#39;s Youth Conservation Corps Program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090304_ycc09.htm</description>
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				  <title>Lightning Strike Starts Fire at Point Reyes National Seashore on March 3, 2009</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090304_dividemeadowlightningstrike.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Late in the day on Tuesday, March 3, lightning strikes knocked down and ignited two Douglas fir trees overlooking Bear Valley Trail near Divide Meadow, an area popular among hikers and park visitors. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090304_dividemeadowlightningstrike.htm</description>
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				  <title>2009 Harbor Seal Pupping Season at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090227_harborsealpupping09.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, an annual closure of Drakes Estero is implemented to protect the harbor seals during their pupping season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090227_harborsealpupping09.htm</description>
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				  <title>Limantour Beach Entrance Improvements Completed</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090202_limantour_improvements.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>This week Point Reyes National Seashore completed site improvements at the Limantour Beach area of the park.  Site improvements where performed to enhance the access and visitor restroom area. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090202_limantour_improvements.htm</description>
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				  <title>Greenpicker Trail Receives Major Rehabilitation - Remains Closed until Late Spring</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090122_greenpicker_rehab.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A section of the Greenpicker Trail received major treatment due to severe erosion from poor road alignment design. This trail will be closed to the public until late spring. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20090122_greenpicker_rehab.htm</description>
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				  <title>2009 Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20081208_shuttles09.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Winter Shuttle Bus System for the Point Reyes Headlands begins on Saturday, December 27, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20081208_shuttles09.htm</description>
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				  <title>Return of Elephant Seals to Point Reyes National Seashore Prompts Temporary Beach Closure for Winter 2008-2009</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20081126_esealclosures09.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20081126_esealclosures09.htm</description>
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				  <title>Abbotts Lagoon Trail Repairs Completed</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20081119_abbottslagoontrail.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Abbotts Lagoon Trail Enhancement Project was completed this month and provides enhanced access to the Abbotts Lagoon and North Beach areas of Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20081119_abbottslagoontrail.htm</description>
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				  <title>Giacomini Wetlands Reopened to the Tides</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20081015_giacominibreachingevent.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On October 26, the Giacomini Wetlands in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area will fill with the high tide for the first time in over 60 years, marking an important milestone in recovering the health of the Tomales Bay watershed. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20081015_giacominibreachingevent.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Home to New Species of Lichen</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20081014_newlichenspecies.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A team of scientists collecting lichens at Point Reyes National Seashore in July discovered a species that was unknown to science until now. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20081014_newlichenspecies.htm</description>
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				  <title>Red Flag Warning for October 9 through October 11, 2008 Includes All National Parks in the San Francisco Bay Area</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20081009_extremefiredanger.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A Red Flag Warning issued by the National Weather Service will be in effect for both the San Francisco Bay and Monterey Bay Areas beginning at 6:00 pm this evening (Thursday) and continuing until 6:00 pm Saturday, October 11. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20081009_extremefiredanger.htm</description>
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				  <title>More Controlled Burning Planned in Olema Valley for the Weeks of October 13 and October 20, 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20081007_rxburns_olemavalley.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fire Management staff at Point Reyes National Seashore may conduct 2 additional small burns along Highway One sometime during the week of October 13 or the week of October 20 if weather conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20081007_rxburns_olemavalley.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Lighthouse Road Repairs for October 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080929_lighthouseroadpaving.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Road repairs to the lighthouse entrance road will take place starting on Tuesday, October 7 and go through Thursday, October 23. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080929_lighthouseroadpaving.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Burns Planned along Limantour Road and Highway 1 for week of September 22, 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080922_rxburns_limantour_hwy1.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fire Management staff at Point Reyes National Seashore plan to burn 25 acres along Limantour Road on Wednesday, September 24, and 115 acres along Highway One on September 26. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080922_rxburns_limantour_hwy1.htm</description>
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				  <title>Giacomini Restoration Update for the Week of September 8 - 12, 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080910_giacomini_update.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Restoration of the Giacomini Wetlands continues. Find out about the latest activity and what&#39;s to come. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080910_giacomini_update.htm</description>
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				  <title>More Extreme Fire Danger Thursday, September 4, 2008, for Marin&#39;s National Parks</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080903_extremefiredanger2.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Based on this afternoon&#8217;s weather and vegetation conditions, fire danger at Point Reyes National Seashore and Golden Gate National Recreation Area lands in Marin County will be rated as &#34;Extreme&#34; again tomorrow, Thursday, September 4. The Bay Area Air Quality Management District has also declared tomorrow a &#34;Spare the Air Day&#34; due to a forecast of hot temperatures and light winds which will combine to produce poor air quality with potentially unhealthy ground-level ozone pollution. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080903_extremefiredanger2.htm</description>
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				  <title>Extreme Fire Danger Continues at National Parks in Marin for September 3, 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080903_extremefiredanger.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fire danger at Point Reyes National Seashore and Golden Gate National Recreation Area lands in Marin County is rated as &#34;Extreme&#34; again today, Wednesday, September 3. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080903_extremefiredanger.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fire Danger Reaches Extreme Again for September 2, 2008, at National Parks in Marin</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080902_extremefiredanger.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fire danger at Point Reyes National Seashore and Golden Gate National Recreation Area lands in Marin County is rated as &#34;Extreme&#34; today, Tuesday, September 2. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080902_extremefiredanger.htm</description>
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				  <title>Giacomini Wetlands Restoration Project Receives $420,000 Grant</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080902_giacomini_wcb_grant.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080902_giacomini_wcb_grant.htm</description>
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				  <title>Extreme Fire Danger Continues for Friday, August 29, 2008 at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080829_extremefiredanger.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fire danger at Point Reyes National Seashore is rated as &#34;Extreme&#34; again today, Friday, August 29. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080829_extremefiredanger.htm</description>
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				  <title>Extreme Fire Danger on Thursday, August 28, 2008 for Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080827_extremefiredanger.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Don Neubacher stated that based on this afternoon&#8217;s weather,  fire danger at the Seashore will be rated as &#8220;Extreme&#8221; tomorrow, on Thursday, August 28, prompting several precautionary measures at the park. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080827_extremefiredanger.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service and Point Reyes Field Seminars to offer a Series of Free Giacomini Restoration Field Seminars</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080818_giacominifieldseminars.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 17 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080818_giacominifieldseminars.htm</description>
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				  <title>27th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach - Sunday, August 31, 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080818_sandsculpture08.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 17 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to join the 27th annual Sand Sculpture Contest. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080818_sandsculpture08.htm</description>
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				  <title>Coastal Watershed Restoration Project Final Phase Starts Next Week</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080731_cwr_finalphase.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080731_cwr_finalphase.htm</description>
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				  <title>Bolinas, Nicasio, and Inverness Fire Departments Receive $34,000 in Rural Fire Assistance Grants from National Park Service</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080729_rfa_grants.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Three fire departments in West Marin which have mutual aid agreements with the National Park Service have been awarded $34,000 in grants through the Rural Fire Assistance Program (RFA). https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080729_rfa_grants.htm</description>
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				  <title>Giacomini Wetlands Phase II to Begin Next Week</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080711_giacomini_wrp_phase2.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080711_giacomini_wrp_phase2.htm</description>
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				  <title>28th Annual Big Time Festival At Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080701_bigtime08.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Big Time, an annual traditional Native American trade festival, will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2008, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080701_bigtime08.htm</description>
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				  <title>Free Shuttle to Limantour Beach at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080623_limantourshuttle08.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 22 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On weekends during the month of July 2008, the National Park Service will be providing a free trial shuttle bus service between Olema RV Resort &#38; Campground and Limantour Beach, with stops at the the Bear Valley Visitor Center and Bayview Trailhead. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080623_limantourshuttle08.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Accepting Applications for the Tule Elk Docent Program for 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080529_elkdocents08.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is currently accepting applications for the Tule Elk Docent Program for the summer of 2008. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080529_elkdocents08.htm</description>
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				  <title>Special Memorial Day 2008 Commemorative at the Historic Point Reyes National Seashore Coast Guard Cemetery</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080515_uscgmemorialday08_2.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080515_uscgmemorialday08_2.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Accepting Applications for the Snowy Plover Docent Program for 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080505_ploverdocents08.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 04 May 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is currently accepting applications for the Snowy Plover Docent Program for the summer of 2008. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080505_ploverdocents08.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fire Safe Landscaping Workshop at Dance Palace May 12, 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080428_firesafelandscapingworkshop.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The public is invited to attend a free workshop on Fire Safe Landscaping, which will take place at the Dance Palace Community Center in Point Reyes Station on Monday May 12, 2008 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080428_firesafelandscapingworkshop.htm</description>
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				  <title>Interior Department Funds Centennial Projects at Golden Gate and Point Reyes National Park Areas</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080424_centennialprojectsfunded.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Project funding has been made available for the Centennial Parks to People Initiative, for the new Institute at the Golden Gate at Fort Baker at Golden Gate National Recreation Area, and, at Point Reyes National Seashore, for the Ocean Protection Education Campaign Project, the Abbotts Lagoon Trail Enhancement Project and the Tomales Bay/Point Reyes All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory project. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080424_centennialprojectsfunded.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service Signs Special Use Permit with Drakes Bay Oyster Company</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080423_dboc_permit.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The special use permit allows a commercial oyster and clam operation within Drakes Estero, part of Point Reyes National Seashore, through 2012. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080423_dboc_permit.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore is now a Climate Friendly Park</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080416_climate_friendly_park.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Point Reyes National Seashore has become a member of the Climate Friendly Parks Network. As a Climate Friendly Park, the Seashore becomes one of only 35 other national parks, including Yosemite NP, Yellowstone NP and Golden Gate National Recreation Area, all committed to taking stock of and reducing their carbon footprint. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080416_climate_friendly_park.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service Grants Assist Communities with Wildfire Protection for 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080409_fire_communityassistancegrants08.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service has approved funding for two projects in Marin County that support the efforts of homeowners and local fire departments to improve fire safety in the wildland-urban interface. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080409_fire_communityassistancegrants08.htm</description>
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				  <title>Ocean Lecture Series at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080331_ocean_lectures_earth_day.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080331_ocean_lectures_earth_day.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service Selects Stewart&#39;s Horse Camp for Concession Contract</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080325_stewarts_horse_camp.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Stewart&#39;s Horse Camp has been selected to remain the concession operator for the horse campground at Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080325_stewarts_horse_camp.htm</description>
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				  <title>Snowy Plover Critical Habitat Protection Measures at Point Reyes National Seashore for 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080313_ploverclosures08.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Snowy plover nesting season is from March 1 to September 30. The portion of the Great Beach from 500 feet south of Kehoe Beach to &#188; mile north of North Beach parking lot has been closed to dogs. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080313_ploverclosures08.htm</description>
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				  <title>Special 2008 Memorial Day Commemorative at the Historic Coast Guard Cemetery</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080313_uscgmemorialday08.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080313_uscgmemorialday08.htm</description>
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				  <title>Sudden Oak Death Study Completed</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080310_sodstudycompleted.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 09 Mar 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley just completed a two year study of Sudden Oak Death at Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080310_sodstudycompleted.htm</description>
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				  <title>2008 Harbor Seal Pupping Season at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080229_harborsealpupping08.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2008 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, an annual closure of Drakes Estero is implemented to protect harbor seals during their pupping season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080229_harborsealpupping08.htm</description>
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				  <title>New Species of Fungus Discovered at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080116_fungalforay.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Three new species to science were discovered on December 27, 2007 as more than 100 citizen scientists participated in the fourth Fungal Foray at Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080116_fungalforay.htm</description>
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				  <title>Return of Elephant Seals to Point Reyes National Seashore Prompts Temporary Beach Closure for Winter 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080116_esealclosures08.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080116_esealclosures08.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Accepting Applications for the Harbor Seal Monitoring Program for 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080115_hsealdocents08.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 14 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Help protect the natural resources of Point Reyes National Seashore and one of the most significant breeding populations of harbor seals in California by being involved in a long-term monitoring program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080115_hsealdocents08.htm</description>
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				  <title>Major Winter Storm Advisory - January 2, 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080102_winterstormadvisory.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20080102_winterstormadvisory.htm</description>
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				  <title>2008 Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071206_shuttles08.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2007 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Winter Shuttle Bus System for the Point Reyes Headlands begins on Saturday, December 29, 2007. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071206_shuttles08.htm</description>
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				  <title>Drakes Beach Caf&#233; Temporarily Closed for Repairs November 30 through December 27, 2007</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071204_drakescafeclosure.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 03 Dec 2007 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The caf&#233; will reopen on Friday, December 28 and hours of operation for the winter season will be Friday from 11:00 AM &#8211; 3:00 PM, Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 AM &#8211; 5:00 PM, and Monday, from 11:00 AM &#8211; 3:00 PM. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071204_drakescafeclosure.htm</description>
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				  <title>&#34;Holiday in the National Parks&#34; Celebrated at the White House</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071204_holidayinnationalparks.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 03 Dec 2007 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Ornament Displayed on the Official White House Christmas Tree https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071204_holidayinnationalparks.htm</description>
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				  <title>Cosco Busan Oil Spill Reaches Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071111_oilspill_coscobusan.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sat, 10 Nov 2007 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Service staff discovered thick oil globules on the beaches of Point Reyes National Seashore today. The following beaches are currently closed until further notice to protect park visitors from coming into contact with oil: RCA and Palomarin. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071111_oilspill_coscobusan.htm</description>
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				  <title>Giacomini Wetland Restoration Planting Opportunity</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071031_giacomini_planting.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Local residents and visitors are invited to be part of the restoration process by planting newly restored wetlands this fall. Come and help with planting on community planting days scheduled for Fridays from November 9 through December 14. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071031_giacomini_planting.htm</description>
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				  <title>Join Other Wildlife and Outdoor Enthusiasts in the 2008 Winter Wildlife Docent Program!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071029_winterwildlifeldocent08.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>With elephant seals returning to Point Reyes National Seashore and gray whales migrating by, volunteer docents are needed to protect the seals and educate the public. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071029_winterwildlifeldocent08.htm</description>
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				  <title>Limantour Prescribed Burn Planned at Seashore for October 17, 2007</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071010_limantourrxburn.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fire Management staff plan to burn 25 acres along Limantour Road next week if weather conditions allow. Burning will be scheduled for Wednesday, October 17, but may be delayed a day or more if conditions are not appropriate. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071010_limantourrxburn.htm</description>
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				  <title>&#34;Broken Wings: Portraits of Non-releasable Raptors&#34; Photography Exhibit and Artist Lecture</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071009_raptorexhibit.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 08 Oct 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071009_raptorexhibit.htm</description>
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				  <title>Parks to Show New Fire Safety Film During Fire Prevention Week 2007</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071002_firepreventionweek07.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20071002_firepreventionweek07.htm</description>
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				  <title>Giacomini Wetland Restoration Project Phase I (2007)</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070917_giacomini_wrp_phase1.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 16 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070917_giacomini_wrp_phase1.htm</description>
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				  <title>Park Rangers and Marin County Sheriffs Office Remove Illegal Marijuana Cultivation Site on September 17, 2007</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070917_marijuanaremoval.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 16 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070917_marijuanaremoval.htm</description>
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				  <title>Bear Valley Visitor Center Entrance Road Repairs</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070913_pavingbventranceroad.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Road repairs to the entrance road to the Bear Valley Visitor Center will take place starting next Monday, September 17 and going through Thursday, September 20. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070913_pavingbventranceroad.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prospectus Announcement for a Horse Camp Within Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070831_horsecampprospectus.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service announces the issuance of a concession contract prospectus for operation of a horse camp within Point Reyes National Seashore. The response date for the prospectus closes on October 16, 2007. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070831_horsecampprospectus.htm</description>
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				  <title>Repairs to Cross Marin Trail Update</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070816_crossmarintrailclosureupdate.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 15 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Cross Marin Trail will be closed  on Monday, August 20 and Tuesday, August 21, 2007, as Point Reyes National Seashore resurfaces it with a slurry seal. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070816_crossmarintrailclosureupdate.htm</description>
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				  <title>26th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach - Sunday, September 2, 2007</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070816_sandsculpture07.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 15 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to join the 26th annual Sand Sculpture Contest. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070816_sandsculpture07.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Temporary Road Closures due to Watershed Restoration Projects</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070814_cwr_roadclosures.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Mt. Vision Road will be closed between August 20, 2007 and October 15, 2007. The Estero Trailhead and access road will be closed between August 27, 2007 and October 15, 2007. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070814_cwr_roadclosures.htm</description>
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				  <title>Repairs to Cross Marin Trail</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070806_crossmarintrailclosure.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 05 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will be resurfacing the Cross Marin Trail with a slurry seal on Wednesday, August 15 and Thursday, August 16, 2007. The trail will remain closed during that time. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070806_crossmarintrailclosure.htm</description>
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				  <title>Repairs Underway of Home Ranch Historic Buildings</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070705_homeranchrepairs.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jul 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Rehabilitation work has begun on several historic structures at the Drakes Bay Hereford Ranch, on Drakes Estero in Point Reyes National Seashore. Known historically as the Home Ranch, it is the most significant ranch in the park. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070705_homeranchrepairs.htm</description>
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				  <title>Drowning Victim Recovered at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070626_drowning.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jun 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Saturday, June 16, 2007, Vincent Au, 28, of Sunnyvale CA, was swimming with friends in Bass Lake when he disappeared. Despite significant search efforts, Au&#8217;s body was not recovered until Friday, June 22, when it resurfaced and was recovered. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070626_drowning.htm</description>
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				  <title>27th Annual Big Time Festival At Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070626_bigtime07.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jun 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Big Time, an annual traditional Native American trade festival, will be held on Saturday, July 21, 2007, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070626_bigtime07.htm</description>
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				  <title>Release of Giacomini Wetland Restoration Project Final Environmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact Report for Point Reyes National Seashore/Golden Gate National Recreation Area</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070615_giacomini_feiseir.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service (NPS) announced today the release of the Giacomini Wetland Restoration Project Final Environmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact Report (FEIS/EIR). https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070615_giacomini_feiseir.htm</description>
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				  <title>Mimi Koehl Lecture and Book Signing at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070612_wavesweptshore.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jun 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Come to the Bear Valley Visitor Center on Saturday, June 16, 2007 at 12:30 PM to listen to author Mimi Koehl talk about her new book &#60;i&#62;Wave-Swept Shore, The Rigors of Life on a Rocky Coast&#60;/i&#62;. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070612_wavesweptshore.htm</description>
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				  <title>Water Quality Improvement Projects at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070601_h20qualityimproveprojs.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 31 May 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070601_h20qualityimproveprojs.htm</description>
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				  <title>Special 2007 Memorial Day Commemorative at the Historic Coast Guard Cemetery</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070522_uscgmemoriaday07_2.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 21 May 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070522_uscgmemoriaday07_2.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Accepting Applications for the Tule Elk Docent Program for 2007</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070510_elkdocents07.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is currently accepting applications for the Tule Elk Docent Program for the summer of 2007. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070510_elkdocents07.htm</description>
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				  <title>Accepting Applications for the 2007 Snowy Plover Docent Program</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070502_ploverdocents07.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is currently accepting applications for the Snowy Plover Docent Program for the summer of 2007.&#160; https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070502_ploverdocents07.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes Fire Management Project Tours Offered in Conjunction with Wildfire Awareness Events in May</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070424_fireawarenessweek.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Wildfire Awareness programs at Point Reyes National Seashore will take place on May 5 and May 19, from 10:00 am to 12:00. Each will begin with a 30 minute presentation at the Bear Valley Visitor Center, followed by a short field trip. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070424_fireawarenessweek.htm</description>
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				  <title>Special Memorial Day 2007 Commemorative at the Historic Coast Guard Cemetery</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070422_uscgmemorialday07.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sat, 21 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070422_uscgmemorialday07.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Receives $2.44 million in Funding to Restore Drakes Estero Watershed</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070412_cwr_funding.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Point Reyes National Seashore has received $2.44 million in federal funding to conduct the Drakes Estero Coastal Watershed Restoration Project. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070412_cwr_funding.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer 2007 Youth Employment at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070307_ycc07.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 06 Mar 2007 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking applications for this summer&#8217;s Youth Conservation Corps Program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070307_ycc07.htm</description>
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				  <title>2007 Harbor Seal Pupping Season at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070306_harborsealpupping07.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 05 Mar 2007 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, an annual closure of Drakes Estero is implemented to protect the harbor seals during this most sensitive time of year.  The closure applies to water sport users around harbor seal colonies in the area.  The National Park Service asks park visitors to avoid disturbing seals to ensure a successful pupping season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070306_harborsealpupping07.htm</description>
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				  <title>Giacomini Wetland Restoration Project Receives $1.0 million Grant</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070209_giacomini_wrp_grant.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 08 Feb 2007 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore, the Coastal Conservancy, and the Point Reyes National Seashore Association announced today that the Giacomini Wetlands Restoration Project received a $1.0 million grant from the National Coastal Wetlands Program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070209_giacomini_wrp_grant.htm</description>
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				  <title>Return of Elephant Seals to Point Reyes National Seashore Prompts Temporary Beach Closure for Winter 2007</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070105_esealclosures07.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jan 2007 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070105_esealclosures07.htm</description>
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				  <title>Pine Pitch Canker Confirmed in Bishop Pine Forests</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070103_pinepitchcanker.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jan 2007 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Pine pitch canker, a non-native plant pathogen, has recently been confirmed in bishop pine forests at Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20070103_pinepitchcanker.htm</description>
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				  <title>Release of Giacomini Wetland Restoration Project Draft Environmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact Report for Point Reyes National Seashore/Golden Gate National Recreation Area</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061214_giacomini_deis_eir.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2006 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061214_giacomini_deis_eir.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore to Remove Debris From Marijuana Grow Sites</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061211_marijuana_debris_removal.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 10 Dec 2006 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061211_marijuana_debris_removal.htm</description>
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				  <title>Release of Record of Decision on the Non-Native Deer Management Plan for Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061205_nonnativedeerrod.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 07 Dec 2006 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Record of Decision for the Point Reyes National Seashore (PRNS) Non-Native Deer Management Plan: Protecting the Seashore&#8217;s Native Ecosystems, Final Environmental Impact Statement was published in the Federal Register on November 29, 2006. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061205_nonnativedeerrod.htm</description>
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				  <title>2007 Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061205_shuttles07.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2006 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Winter Shuttle Bus System for the Point Reyes Headlands begins on Saturday, December 30, 2006. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061205_shuttles07.htm</description>
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				  <title>Join Other Wildlife and Outdoor Enthusiasts in the 2007 Elephant Seal Docent Program!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061107_esealdocents07.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 24 Nov 2006 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>With elephant seals returning to Point Reyes National Seashore, volunteer docents are needed to protect the seals and educate the public. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061107_esealdocents07.htm</description>
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				  <title>Update on Bear Valley Trail Closure: Extended to November 3</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061026_bvtrailclosure2.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 25 Oct 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A small section of the Bear Valley Trail (between Mt. Wittenberg and Trail and Meadow Trail) will be closed to visitors from Monday, Oct. 23 &#8211; Friday, Nov. 3, 2006, including Saturday, Oct. 28 and Sunday, Oct. 29, for the replacement of a culvert. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061026_bvtrailclosure2.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes Prescribed Fire Along Limantour Fuel Break</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061023_limantourburn.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 22 Oct 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061023_limantourburn.htm</description>
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				  <title>Critical Culvert Repair will Close Bear Valley Trail for One Week</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061023_bvtrailclosure.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 22 Oct 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A small section of the Bear Valley Trail between the Mt. Wittenberg trail and the Meadow Trail will be closed to visitors from Monday, October 23 &#8211; Friday, October 27, 2006 for the replacement of a culvert. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20061023_bvtrailclosure.htm</description>
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				  <title>Park Rangers and Marin County Sheriffs Office Remove Another Illegal Marijuana Cultivation Site at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060912_marijuanaremoval.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060912_marijuanaremoval.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes Participates in Sudden Oak Death Resistance Research</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060901_sod_resistant_tanoak_research.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>In collaboration with the US Forest Service, UC Berkeley, UC Davis and the Mid-Peninsula Open Space District, Point Reyes National Seashore will be investigating the ability of tankoaks to resist Sudden Oak Death. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060901_sod_resistant_tanoak_research.htm</description>
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				  <title>Park Rangers and Drug Enforcement Officers Remove Illegal Marijuana Cultivation Site at Point Reyes National Seashore - August 29, 2006</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060829_marijuanaremoval.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Today National Park Service Rangers, the Marin County Sheriff&#8217;s Office and Major Crimes Task Force, U.S. Park Police, Marin Municipal Water District and Sonoma County Sheriff&#8217;s Department entered several marijuana grow sites and confiscated approximately 20,000 marijuana plants with an estimated street value of $50 million dollars. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060829_marijuanaremoval.htm</description>
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				  <title>Release of Final Non-Native Deer Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement for Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060821_nonnativedeerfeis.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 20 Aug 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service announced today the release of the Point Reyes National Seashore Non-Native Deer Management Plan: Protecting the Seashore&#8217;s Native Ecosystems, Final Environmental Impact Statement. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060821_nonnativedeerfeis.htm</description>
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				  <title>25th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach - Sunday, September 3, 2006</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060814_sandsculpture06.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 13 Aug 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to join the 25th annual Sand Sculpture Contest. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060814_sandsculpture06.htm</description>
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				  <title>Park Rangers and Drug Enforcement Officers Remove Illegal Marijuana Cultivation Site at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060726_marijuanaremoval.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On July 20, 2006, an area near Bolinas Ridge was discovered with numerous illegal marijuana plants. The investigation is continuing. Efforts are underway to restore the site. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060726_marijuanaremoval.htm</description>
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				  <title>Book Signing at Point Reyes National Seashore: Amy Meyer author of &#60;i&#62;New Guardians for the Golden Gate: How America Got a Great National Park&#60;/i&#62;</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060726_booksigning_amymeyer.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060726_booksigning_amymeyer.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Temporary Road Closure</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060707_chimneyrockroadclosure.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Chimney Rock Road will be closed to vehicle and bicycle access through mid-September. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060707_chimneyrockroadclosure.htm</description>
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				  <title>26th Annual Big Time Festival at Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060705_bigtime06.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jul 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Please join us for this traditional Native American trade festival at Kule Loklo, Point Reyes National Seashore. The annual festival is scheduled for Saturday, July 22, from 10:00 am to 4:00 p.m., at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060705_bigtime06.htm</description>
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				  <title>Special Memorial Day 2006 Commemorative at the Historic Coast Guard Cemetery</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060522_uscgmemorialday06.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060522_uscgmemorialday06.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Accepting Applications for the Tule Elk Docent Program for 2006</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060426_elkdocents06.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 25 Apr 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Tule Elk Docents help promote awareness and protection of the tule elk by helping park visitor&#8217;s view, understand, and appreciate the elk during the rut, or mating season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060426_elkdocents06.htm</description>
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				  <title>Bolinas-Stinson Community Wildfire Protection Workshop, First of Two Planned for West Marin</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060418_communitywildfireprotectionworkshop.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 17 Apr 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060418_communitywildfireprotectionworkshop.htm</description>
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				  <title>Workshop Scheduled for Giacomini Ranch Wetlands Restoration Project Land Exchange Proposal</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060306_giacomini_meeting.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 05 Mar 2006 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060306_giacomini_meeting.htm</description>
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				  <title>Volunteers Wanted for 2006 Harbor Seal Monitoring Program</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060117_hsealdocents06.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2006 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Help protect the natural resources of Point Reyes National Seashore and one of the most significant breeding populations of harbor seals in California by being involved in a long-term monitoring program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060117_hsealdocents06.htm</description>
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				  <title>Return of Elephant Seals to Point Reyes National Seashore Prompts Temporary Beach Closure for Winter 2006</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060112_esealclosures06.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2006 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Due to the presence of elephant seals, a temporary restriction to people and dogs is in place until the end of April 2006 from the South Beach parking lot, south, and at the far southern end of Drakes Beach. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20060112_esealclosures06.htm</description>
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				  <title>2006 Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20051212_shuttles06.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 11 Dec 2005 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Park Superintendent Don Neubacher announces the eighth year of shuttle bus transportation beginning Saturday, December 31, 2005 and running through mid-April 2006. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20051212_shuttles06.htm</description>
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				  <title>Coastal Restoration to be continued south of Abbott&#39;s Lagoon</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20051116_abbottsrestoration.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2005 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Restoration biologists from Point Reyes NS continue to work closely with biologists from the Point Reyes Bird Observatory to restore habitat for the snowy plover. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20051116_abbottsrestoration.htm</description>
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				  <title>The National Park Service, the National Park Foundation and Discovery Channel Premiere &#34;Point Reyes: The Point of Kings&#34;</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20051102_discoverydvd.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Discovery Communications, a Proud Partner of America&#8217;s National Parks, today announced the release of its newest ParkDoc, &#60;i&#62;Point Reyes: The Point of Kings&#60;/i&#62;. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20051102_discoverydvd.htm</description>
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				  <title>Vision Fire Anniversary Marks 10 Years of Dynamic Change</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050923_visionfireanniversary.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050923_visionfireanniversary.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Burns Planned at Seashore for Wildfire Protection and Resource Enhancement</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050830_prescribedburns.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Five prescribed burns are scheduled this year, ranging from 30 acres to 115 acres in size. These prescribed burns are part of a strategy to create strategic fuelbreaks in the park that will make a wildfire easier to control if one should occur. These burns will also enhance natural resources at the Seashore, by helping to reduce populations of invasive, non-native plants. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050830_prescribedburns.htm</description>
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				  <title>Rural Fire Assistance Grants Increase Safety for Volunteer Firefighters Near National Parklands in Marin County</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050829_2005rfagrants.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 28 Aug 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service announced today that four fire departments in Marin County have received grants for Rural Fire Assistance in conjunction with the National Fire Plan. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050829_2005rfagrants.htm</description>
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				  <title>Giacomini Wetland Restoration Project Receives $2.5 Million Grant</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050808_giacominigrant.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 07 Aug 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050808_giacominigrant.htm</description>
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				  <title>24th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach - Sunday, September 4, 2005</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050808_sandsculpture05.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 07 Aug 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to join the 24th annual Sand Sculpture Contest. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050808_sandsculpture05.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes Historic Lifeboat Station Slated this Summer for Critical Repairs</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050722_hlbsfunding.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore announced today that it has received $1.8 million in federal funding this year to rehabilitate the historic Lifeboat Station railway system on Drakes Bay. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050722_hlbsfunding.htm</description>
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				  <title>Historic Morse Code Radio Station Returns to the Air on July 12th: Former RCA Station KPH Celebrates Its 100th Anniversary</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050705_kph100th.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>In the sixth annual event that has become known as the &#8220;Night of Nights&#8221;, historic Morse code radio station KPH will return to the air in commemoration of the last commercial Morse message sent in the United States. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050705_kph100th.htm</description>
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				  <title>The fizzle effect: are aerosols reducing coastal drizzle processes?</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050627_arm.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 26 Jun 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050627_arm.htm</description>
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				  <title>25th Annual Big Time Festival At Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050624_bigtime05.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Please join us for this traditional Native American trade festival at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit within Point Reyes National Seashore. The 25th annual festival is slated for Saturday, July 23, 2005 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050624_bigtime05.htm</description>
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				  <title>Man Drowns When Boat Capsizes</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050531_vierradrowning.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 30 May 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Warren Vierra drowned on May 20th after the 22-foot fishing boat he was a passenger in capsized at the mouth of Tomales Bay. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050531_vierradrowning.htm</description>
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				  <title>Man Convicted Of Killing Ranger To Be Paroled</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050527_bowersrelease.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050527_bowersrelease.htm</description>
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				  <title>Special Memorial Day 2005 Commemorative at the Historic Coast Guard Cemetery</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050520_uscgmemorialday05.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>As part of the National Moment of Remembrance on Memorial Day, Point Reyes National Seashore will be honoring America&#8217;s fallen by placing American flags at the historic graveyard located at G Ranch. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050520_uscgmemorialday05.htm</description>
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				  <title>Shipwreck at Bolinas Point, Point Reyes Peninsula</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050517_bolinasshipwreck.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A 65 foot power boat, the Christopher M, ran aground on the reef at Bolinas Point on Saturday night, May 14th. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050517_bolinasshipwreck.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Accepting Applications for the Tule Elk Docent Program for 2005</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050515_elkdocents05.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sat, 14 May 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Tule Elk Docents help promote awareness and protection of the tule elk by helping park visitor&#8217;s view, understand, and appreciate the elk during the rut, or mating season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050515_elkdocents05.htm</description>
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				  <title>Car Burglary Suspects Arrested at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050513_arrest.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 12 May 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Thursday, May 12, Marin County Sheriff&#8217;s Deputies and Point Reyes National Seashore Rangers located and arrested two people suspected of an auto burglary which occurred within the National Seashore earlier in the day. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050513_arrest.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore is Site for National Climate Research Project</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050428_arm.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Researchers from the U.S. Department of Energy Atmospheric Radiation Measurement Program are conducting climate research on marine stratus clouds and coastal drizzle at Point Reyes. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050428_arm.htm</description>
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				  <title>NPS Director Fran Mainella Visits Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050419_mainella.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>As part of her itinerary during National Park Week, Director Fran Mainella visited Point Reyes National Seashore today. Ms. Mainella toured the park&#8217;s premier beaches, observed wildlife up close, and learned about many of the upcoming park projects. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050419_mainella.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer 2005 Youth Employment at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050415_ycc05.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Superintendent Don Neubacher announced today that Point Reyes National Seashore is seeking applications for this summer&#8217;s Youth Conservation Corps Program (YCC). https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050415_ycc05.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Accepting Applications for the Snowy Plover Docent Program for 2005</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050412_ploverdocents05.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 11 Apr 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050412_ploverdocents05.htm</description>
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				  <title>2005 Harbor Seal Pupping Season at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050304_harborsealpupping05.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2005 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>From March 1 through June 30, an annual closure of Drakes Estero is implemented to protect the harbor seals during the breeding season. The National Park Service asks park visitors to avoid disturbing seals to ensure a successful pupping season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050304_harborsealpupping05.htm</description>
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				  <title>New Exhibits Installed at Earthquake Trail at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050228_eqtrailsigns.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 27 Feb 2005 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Last week, Point Reyes National Seashore staff installed new up-to-date wayside exhibits on the Earthquake Trail at Bear Valley. Eleven new educational panels provide insights about earthquakes, the San Andreas Fault Zone, and plate tectonics. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050228_eqtrailsigns.htm</description>
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				  <title>Coastal Restoration to be Continued South of Abbotts Lagoon</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050225_abbotts.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2005 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>In an effort to keep the momentum going at the Abbotts Lagoon restoration site, Point Reyes National Seashore is stepping up efforts to improve habitat for the threatened Western snowy plover. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050225_abbotts.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Receives Escape Hybrid from Ford and the National Park Foundation</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050207_hybrids.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 06 Feb 2005 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Superintendent Don Neubacher announced today that Point Reyes National Seashore is the recipient of a Ford Escape Hybrid vehicle which will be used to transport staff around the Park as well as to various locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050207_hybrids.htm</description>
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				  <title>Draft Non-Native Deer Management Plan Available for Public Review</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050203_exoticdeer.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2005 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service has prepared a draft Environmental Impact Statement/Non-Native Deer Management Plan. Point Reyes National Seashore proposes removal of the non-native axis and fallow deer within the Seashore, through a combination of long-duration contraception and lethal control. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050203_exoticdeer.htm</description>
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				  <title>Protecting Sensitive Rail Habitat at the North Levee of the on the Giacomini Ranch</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050202_giacominirails.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2005 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050202_giacominirails.htm</description>
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				  <title>Streamside Restoration Project Saturday, February 5th!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050128_streamteam.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jan 2005 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Join the Point Reyes Stream and Habitat Restoration Teams in partnership with the Marin Conservation Corps for a great day of streamside restoration on Saturday February 5th! https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050128_streamteam.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Prepares to Reintroduce Endangered Lupine to South Beach Area</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050106_tidestromslupine.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jan 2005 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore announced today that park biologists are preparing to reintroduce the endangered Tidestrom&#39;s lupine to an area along South Beach. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20050106_tidestromslupine.htm</description>
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				  <title>Historic RCA Coast Station KPH Returns to the Air New Years Eve for Straight Key Night 2005</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041230_kphevent.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 29 Dec 2004 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Maritime Radio Historical Society is pleased to announce that K6KPH will once again be on the air on New Year&#39;s Eve as a participant in Straight Key Night 2005. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041230_kphevent.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes Lighthouse Lens Receives Special Care</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041214_lhlens.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 13 Dec 2004 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041214_lhlens.htm</description>
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				  <title>Tomales Bay Biodiversity Inventory Reaches 2000 Species</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041207_tomalesbayatbi.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2004 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>After two years of lab and fieldwork, scientists and data managers have identified 2015 species in Tomales Bay, 477 species of which had not been documented in the bay by previous studies, and one species is a crustacean completely new to science. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041207_tomalesbayatbi.htm</description>
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				  <title>2005 Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041201_shuttles05.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2004 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Park Superintendent Don Neubacher announces the eighth year of shuttle bus transportation beginning Saturday, January 1, 2005 and running through mid-April 2005. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041201_shuttles05.htm</description>
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				  <title>Join Other Wildlife and Outdoor Enthusiasts in the 2005 Elephant Seal Docent Program!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041112_esealdocents05.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2004 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Elephant seals are returning to Point Reyes National Seashore. As part of the Elephant Seal Docent Program, volunteers are needed to protect the seals and educate the public. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041112_esealdocents05.htm</description>
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				  <title>Coastal Restoration at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041022_abbottslagoonrestoration.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 21 Oct 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Starting October 25, equipment will be working south of Abbotts Lagoon to treat a 5-acre section of dense beachgrass. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041022_abbottslagoonrestoration.htm</description>
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				  <title>Storm Forces 42-foot Schooner to Wreck on Drakes Beach</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041020_wreckondrakes.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Yesterday&#8217;s massive southern storm caused a 42-foot Alden Schooner to wreck on Drakes Beach within Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041020_wreckondrakes.htm</description>
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				  <title>Surfer Sustains Injury from Shark at Limantour Beach</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041010_sharkattack.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sat, 09 Oct 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>At approximately 9:30 am today, a surfer at Limantour Beach was struck by a shark. At 10:28 am, the surfer was evacuated by helicopter to a local hospital. The surfer sustained injuries to the lower leg which do not appear to be life threatening. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041010_sharkattack.htm</description>
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				  <title>Horse Trail Closure at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041004_horsetrailclosure.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 03 Oct 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Horse Trail at Point Reyes National Seashore will be closed to the public starting Monday, October 4, 2004 until approximately July 2005. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20041004_horsetrailclosure.htm</description>
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				  <title>Campground Talks at Olema Ranch to Celebrate Smokey Bear and the Wilderness Act</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040922_campgroundtalk.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 21 Sep 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Family oriented campground talks will be offered by the National Park Service and Student Conservation Association at Olema Ranch Campground on the evenings of September 25, and October 9, in conjunction with Fire Safety Month in October. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040922_campgroundtalk.htm</description>
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				  <title>Rural Fire Assistance Grants Provide Safety Equipment to Fire Departments Near Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040910_ruralfireassistance.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service announced today that three fire departments near Point Reyes National Seashore have received grants for Rural Fire Assistance in conjunction with the National Fire Plan. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040910_ruralfireassistance.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prospectus Available for Guided Horse Services Within Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040819_fivebrooks.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 18 Aug 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040819_fivebrooks.htm</description>
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				  <title>Open Letter to the Community</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040817_openletter.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 16 Aug 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>An open letter from Superintendent Neubacher to the Point Reyes community concerning an incident that occurred on July 28, 2004. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040817_openletter.htm</description>
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				  <title>23rd Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach - Sunday, September 5, 2004</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040815_sandsculpture04.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sat, 14 Aug 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to join the 23rd annual Sand Sculpture Contest. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040815_sandsculpture04.htm</description>
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				  <title>Six More Fuel Reduction Projects Receive Funding through the Wildland-Urban Interface Program</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040729_fireprojects04.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jul 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040729_fireprojects04.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fire Safe Fourth of July at Point Reyes National Seashore - 2004</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040701_july404.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore joins many other parks in the San Francisco Bay Area in enforcing a ban on all fireworks to ensure park visitors may enjoy a safe and fun Fourth of July. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040701_july404.htm</description>
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				  <title>24th Annual Big Time Festival At Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040617_bigtime04.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Please join us for this traditional Native American trade festival at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit within Point Reyes National Seashore. The 24th annual festival is slated for Saturday, July 17, 2004 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040617_bigtime04.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Accepting Applications for the Tule Elk Docent Program for 2004</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040525_elkdocents04.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Tule Elk Docents help promote awareness and protection of the tule elk by helping park visitor&#8217;s view, understand, and appreciate the elk during the rut, or mating season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040525_elkdocents04.htm</description>
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				  <title>Special Memorial Day 2004 Commemorative at the Historic Coast Guard Cemetery</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040525_uscgmemorialday04.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>As part of the National Moment of Remembrance on Memorial Day, Point Reyes National Seashore will be honoring America&#8217;s fallen by placing American flags at the historic graveyard located at G Ranch. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040525_uscgmemorialday04.htm</description>
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				  <title>Defensible Space Home Evaluations Offered through Fire Education Partnership at Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040519_defensiblespacehomeeval.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 18 May 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>This summer, Point Reyes National Seashore will offer a free wildland fire safety program for homeowners in communities bordering park lands. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040519_defensiblespacehomeeval.htm</description>
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				  <title>Alternatives Workshop Scheduled for Giacomini Ranch Wetlands Restoration Project</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040513_giacominimeeting.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service is holding a workshop about preliminary restoration alternatives for the Giacomini Wetlands Restoration Project. The workshop will be held Tuesday, June 22, 2004, from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. in the Red Barn conference room. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040513_giacominimeeting.htm</description>
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				  <title>Former Secretary of the Interior Stewart Udall to Visit Point Reyes to Share the Story of Preserving a National Treasure</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040504_udallvisit.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 03 May 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Stewart Udall is planning two days of activities at the park as a way to keep alive the remarkable story of how community action saved this tremendous stretch of coastline. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040504_udallvisit.htm</description>
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				  <title>2004 Harbor Seal Pupping Season at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040312_harborsealpupping04.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2004 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040312_harborsealpupping04.htm</description>
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				  <title>Snowy Plover Critical Habitat Protection Measures at Point Reyes National Seashore for 2004</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040312_ploverclosures04.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2004 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The stretch of beach starting at 1/4 mile north of the North Beach parking lot and continuing to a point 1/4 mile south of Kehoe Beach, will be closed to dogs from Saturday, March 13th through Monday, September 6th, 2004. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040312_ploverclosures04.htm</description>
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				  <title>Seashore Continues to Assist Marin Communities with Wildland Fire Protection through the National Fire Plan</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040312_wuiprojects04.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2004 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service announced today that two community partnership projects will receive continued funding this fiscal year to achieve greater wildland fire protection. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040312_wuiprojects04.htm</description>
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				  <title>Park Headquarters Complex Using Solar Energy</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040218_hqsolar.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2004 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040218_hqsolar.htm</description>
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				  <title>Elephant Seals Thrive at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040217_esealsthriving.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2004 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>This year during of the peak of the season in late January and February, the park counted 1048 elephant seals along its shore. Already this winter season, over 400 elephant seal pups have been born&#8212;another record for the park. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040217_esealsthriving.htm</description>
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				  <title>Park Fire and Fuels Management Staff to Conduct Controlled Pile-Burning</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040203_burnpiles.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2004 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fire and Fuels Management Staff at Point Reyes National Seashore will be burning a series of vegetation debris piles out at the Estero throughout the next several weeks. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040203_burnpiles.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fatal Drowning At Point Reyes on January 20, 2004</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040121_drowning.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2004 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Tuesday, January 20, a fatal drowning occurred off of the rocks at McClures Beach in Point Reyes National Seashore, Marin County. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20040121_drowning.htm</description>
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				  <title>2004 Shuttle Bus Transportation System Begins as Whales and Seals Arrive!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20031212_shuttles04.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2003 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Winter Shuttle Bus System for the Point Reyes Headlands begins on Saturday, December 27, 2003. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20031212_shuttles04.htm</description>
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				  <title>Workshop Set for Point Reyes National Seashore General Management Planning Process Update</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20031202_gmp_update_workshop.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2003 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A public workshop concerning the General Management Plan will occur on Wednesday, January 14, 2004 at 6:30 PM in the Red Barn Classroom at park headquarters. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20031202_gmp_update_workshop.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes Invasive Species Removal Programs Gain Momentum</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20031031_invasiveplants.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2003 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>This week, Point Reyes National Seashore reached a pinnacle in its effort to eradicate invasive pampas grass from park boundaries. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20031031_invasiveplants.htm</description>
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				  <title>Seashore to Remove Dilapidated and Unsafe Buildings</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20031003_oldbuildings.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore has secured funding to remove the deteriorated and unsafe buildings located at Jensen&#8217;s Oyster Beds, formerly known as Hamlet. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20031003_oldbuildings.htm</description>
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				  <title>2003 Prescribed Burn Season Planned for Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030930_burnseason03.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Prescribed fire is used at Point Reyes National Seashore to reduce hazardous fuels, control invasive plants, enhance biological diversity, and preserve cultural landscapes. The first burn is planned for the week of October 6, 2003 near Drakes Beach https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030930_burnseason03.htm</description>
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				  <title>Rural Fire Assistance Grants Provided to Fire Departments Near Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030930_rfa_funded.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service announced today that three fire departments near Point Reyes National Seashore have received grants for Rural Fire Assistance in conjunction with the National Fire Plan. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030930_rfa_funded.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Historic Preservation Projects Underway</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030926_historicpreservationprojects.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The cultural heritage preservation program at the National Seashore is working on several projects to preserve the park&#8217;s diverse historical resources. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030926_historicpreservationprojects.htm</description>
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				  <title>Helicopter Surveys Scheduled for Week of September 29, 2003</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030924_deersurveys.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>In order to gain further scientific information on non-native deer, the National Park Service will be contracting for follow-up helicopter surveys during the week of September 29th at Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030924_deersurveys.htm</description>
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				  <title>Red Flag Fire Alert Issued for September 22, 2003 for Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030922_redflag.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Don Neubacher, stated that today is a Red Flag Alert day within the Seashore due to the extreme fire danger. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030922_redflag.htm</description>
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				  <title>Red Flag Fire Alert Issued for September 14, 2003 for Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030914_redflag.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Don Neubacher, stated today is a Red Flag Alert day within the Seashore due to the potential high fire danger. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030914_redflag.htm</description>
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				  <title>Red Flag Fire Alert Issued for September 13, 2003 for Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030912_redflag.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Don Neubacher, stated that tomorrow, Saturday September 13, will be a Red Flag Alert day within the Seashore due to the potential high fire danger. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030912_redflag.htm</description>
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				  <title>Rare Yellow-billed Cuckoo Bird Sighting at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030804_cuckoosighting.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A Yellow-billed Cuckoo (Coccyzus americanus) was found in the park on August 11th near Kehoe Ranch on Pierce Point Road. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030804_cuckoosighting.htm</description>
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				  <title>Boat Rescue at Point Reyes National Seashore on August 3, 2003</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030804_boatrescue.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 03 Aug 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On August 3, 2003, National Park Rangers responded to a fisherman who reported a boat in distress that had run aground on Driftwood Beach in Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030804_boatrescue.htm</description>
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				  <title>Historic Point Reyes Lighthouse Restoration Completed</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030703_lhrestorationcompleted.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore has completed a $1.4 million rehabilitation project to preserve the historic Point Reyes Light Station. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030703_lhrestorationcompleted.htm</description>
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				  <title>Historic G Ranch Cemetery Receives Preservation</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030702_granchpreservation.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>AmeriCorps and World PULSE teams this week provided considerable rehabilitation and general maintenance of the historic G Ranch Cemetery within Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030702_granchpreservation.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service Provides Grants for Four More Projects to Assist Communities with Wildland Fire Protection</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030702_morewuiiprojectsfunded.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030702_morewuiiprojectsfunded.htm</description>
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				  <title>Searching for and Discovering Life in Tomales Bay</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030702_tomalesbaybioquest.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore, Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary, universities, and community groups have launched an ambitious effort over the next five years to discover and inventory the organisms occurring in Tomales Bay. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030702_tomalesbaybioquest.htm</description>
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				  <title>23rd Annual Big Time Festival At Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030624_bigtime03.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Please join us for the Big Time Festival, a traditional Native American trade festival, at Kule Loklo, Point Reyes National Seashore on Saturday, July 19, 2003. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030624_bigtime03.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Accepting Applications for the Tule Elk Docent Program for 2003</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030616_elkdocents03.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Tule Elk Docents help promote awareness and protection of wildlife by helping park visitors view, understand, and appreciate the tule elk during the rut, or mating season. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030616_elkdocents03.htm</description>
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				  <title>Black Bear Sighting at Point Reyes National Seashore on May 24, 2003</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030527_bearsighting03.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 26 May 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>During Memorial Day Weekend, a black bear was reportedly seen in the Limantour Beach area. Late Saturday night, two employees of the Point Reyes Hostel watched the black bear for a few minutes as it searched for food in the Hostel&#8217;s compost bin. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030527_bearsighting03.htm</description>
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				  <title>Rare-Plant-A-Thon 2003: Searching for Rare Plants in Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030523_rareplantathon03.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>This year&#8217;s Rare-Plant-A-Thon is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, June 7th and 8th. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030523_rareplantathon03.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Accepting Applications for the Snowy Plover Docent Program for 2003</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030508_ploverdocents03.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030508_ploverdocents03.htm</description>
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				  <title>Strawberry Festival at Point Reyes National Seashore, on Saturday, April 26, 2003 To Be Cancelled</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030423_pinola.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2003 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030423_pinola.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service Funds Additional Wildland Fire Hazard Reduction Projects in Marin County, California for 2003</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030228_wuiprojects03.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2003 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030228_wuiprojects03.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fiscal Year 2003 Budget and Annual Performance Plan for Point Reyes National Seashore Available</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030106_budget2003.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 05 Jan 2003 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Park Superintendent Don Neubacher today announced that this popular Bay Area national park has recently completed its Annual Performance Plan and budget for Fiscal Year 2003 as required by the &#34;National Parks Omnibus Management Act of 1998.&#34; https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030106_budget2003.htm</description>
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				  <title>Return of Elephant Seals to Point Reyes National Seashore Prompts Temporary Beach Closure for Winter 2003</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030106_esealclosures03.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 05 Jan 2003 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20030106_esealclosures03.htm</description>
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				  <title>Shuttle Bus Service Begins on December 28, 2002</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20021223_shuttles03.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 22 Dec 2002 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will begin the annual shuttle bus program beginning on Saturday, December 28. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20021223_shuttles03.htm</description>
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				  <title>AmeriCorps Works on Critical Projects at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20021203_americorps.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2002 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>AmeriCorps workers have been assisting Point Reyes National Seashore with resource preservation and protection projects. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20021203_americorps.htm</description>
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				  <title>Restoration of the Historic Point Reyes Lighthouse Scheduled to Begin</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20021127_lhrestoration.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2002 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>This winter, the Seashore will begin a major rehabilitation project to preserve the historic Point Reyes Lightstation. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20021127_lhrestoration.htm</description>
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				  <title>Elephant Seal Docents Needed for 2003 Season</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20021111_esealdocents03.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 10 Nov 2002 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Join other wildlife and outdoor enthusiasts to protect northern elephant seals! https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20021111_esealdocents03.htm</description>
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				  <title>Wildfire on Limantour Road Quickly Suppressed on October 18, 2002</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20021018_limantourfire.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A wildfire accidentally ignited on the south side of Limantour Road today was quickly contained at 6.6 acres due to the quick response of the Seashore&#8217;s fire management staff and other responding fire agencies. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20021018_limantourfire.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Honored with Prestigious Environmental Award</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20021008_pclc_doiaward.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Scientists and educators from Point Reyes National Seashore will be honored at an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. on October 17, for their creative approach to developing a laboratory and learning center. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20021008_pclc_doiaward.htm</description>
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				  <title>Giacomini Wetlands to be Discussed at Citizen&#39;s Advisory Commission Meeting</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20021002_giacomini_cac_meeting.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>To initiate the public scoping process for a wetlands restoration project at the Giacomini Ranch, Point Reyes National Seashore will be holding a public scoping as an agenda item at the next Citizens Advisory Commission meeting for Golden Gate National Recreation Area and Point Reyes National Seashore. The meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m., Saturday, October 19, 2002, at the Dance Palace Community Center in Point Reyes Station. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20021002_giacomini_cac_meeting.htm</description>
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				  <title>Iceplant Removal Along the Cliffs of the Point Reyes Lighthouse</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020930_lhiceplantremoval.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 29 Sep 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Intermittently over the next two weeks, Pacific Slope Tree Cooperative will be scaling the steep coastal cliffs near the Point Reyes Lighthouse to remove the non-native invasive iceplant. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020930_lhiceplantremoval.htm</description>
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				  <title>Park Rangers and Drug Enforcement Officers Remove Illegal Marijuana Cultivation Site at Point Reyes National Seashore - September 20, 2002</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020923_marijuanaremoval.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 22 Sep 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020923_marijuanaremoval.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Burns Planned for Fall 2002</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020923_prescribedburns02.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 22 Sep 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will begin conducting a series of prescribed fires this fall as weather conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020923_prescribedburns02.htm</description>
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				  <title>Celebrating 40 Years of Preservation at Point Reyes National Seashore A Natural Sanctuary/A Human Haven</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020906_40thanniversary.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will be celebrating its 40th Anniversary on September 13, 2002. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020906_40thanniversary.htm</description>
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				  <title>21st Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach - Sunday, September 1, 2002</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020826_sandsculpture02.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 25 Aug 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to join the 21st annual Sand Sculpture Contest. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020826_sandsculpture02.htm</description>
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				  <title>Habitat Restoration Volunteer Opportunities - September 14-15, 2002</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020822_hrpvolunteeropportunities.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is hosting a volunteer weekend event on September 14-15, 2002 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to restore and protect coastal habitat. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020822_hrpvolunteeropportunities.htm</description>
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				  <title>21st Annual Sand Sculpture Contest At Drakes Beach</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020801_sandsculpture02.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 31 Jul 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to its 21st Annual Sand Sculpture Contest. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020801_sandsculpture02.htm</description>
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				  <title>Another Successful Rare-Plant-A-Thon!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020724_rareplantathon02bpost.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jul 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Over the weekend of July 13 and 14, forty-seven volunteers joined park staff to participate in our fourth Point Reyes &#34;Rare-Plant-A-Thon&#34;. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020724_rareplantathon02bpost.htm</description>
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				  <title>Wildland Fire at Point Reyes National Seashore Started by Illegal Fireworks on July 5, 2002</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020708_palomarinfire.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jul 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020708_palomarinfire.htm</description>
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				  <title>NPS Grants Funds to Reduce Fire Hazards for Fiscal Year 2002</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020628_wuiprojects02.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jun 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service announced today that $653,000 in federal funds has been granted to local communities this fiscal year for wildland fire protection in Marin County. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020628_wuiprojects02.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fire Safe Fourth of July 2002 at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020624_firesafejuly4th2002.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jun 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore joins many other parks in the San Francisco Bay Area in enforcing a ban on all fireworks. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020624_firesafejuly4th2002.htm</description>
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				  <title>Hams Gear Up to Set Long Distance Contact Records and Practice Emergency Communication Skills on June 22, 2002</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020618_hamradio02.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 17 Jun 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020618_hamradio02.htm</description>
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				  <title>Search and Rescue Exercise at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020617_sartrainingevent.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 16 Jun 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Saturday, June 22, interagency search and rescue personnel from Marin County Search and Rescue, Marin County Fire, Point Reyes National Seashore, and Marin Posse will take part in a mock search. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020617_sartrainingevent.htm</description>
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				  <title>Successful Rare-Plant-A-Thon</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020601_rareplantathon02apost.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 31 May 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On May 11 and 12, Point Reyes National Seashore, with the support of the Point Reyes National Seashore Association, hosted its third &#34;Rare-Plant-A-Thon&#34;. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020601_rareplantathon02apost.htm</description>
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				  <title>Summer Wildlife Docent Training on June 8, 2002</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020513_wildlifedocenttraining02.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 12 May 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Join Point Reyes National Seashore and other wildlife enthusiasts in protecting tule elk and snowy plovers as part of our summer Wildlife Docent Program. Training will be held on June 08, 2002 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020513_wildlifedocenttraining02.htm</description>
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				  <title>Third Annual Rare Plant-A-Thon at Point Reyes</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020424_rareplantathon02.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2002 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On May 11th and 12th Point Reyes National Seashore is hosting its third Rare-Plant-A-Thon and is currently looking for volunteers to participate. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020424_rareplantathon02.htm</description>
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				  <title>Learning Center Launches Research Catalogue</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020402_pclcresearchcatalogue.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2002 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore has launched its new &#34;in depth&#34; website which includes a substantial renovation of its Education content and addition of a Research Catalogue under the Science &#38; Research navigation button. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020402_pclcresearchcatalogue.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Works to Save Endangered Sonoma Alopecurus</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020326_alopecurusplanting.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 25 Mar 2002 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>This past week volunteers and park staff at Point Reyes National Seashore started planting approximately 600 endangered Sonoma Alopecurus plants in isolated areas of the park. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020326_alopecurusplanting.htm</description>
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				  <title>2002 Harbor Seal Pupping Season at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020314_harborsealpupping02.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2002 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020314_harborsealpupping02.htm</description>
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				  <title>Snowy Plover Critical Habitat Protection Measures at Point Reyes National Seashore for 2002</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020314_ploverclosures02.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2002 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The stretch of beach starting at 1/4 mile north of the North Beach parking lot and continuing to a point 1/4 mile south of Kehoe Beach, will be closed to dogs from Friday, March 15th through Monday, September 9th, 2002. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020314_ploverclosures02.htm</description>
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				  <title>Public Meetings to Discuss Fire Safety Projects</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020312_firesafemarinpublicmeetings.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2002 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020312_firesafemarinpublicmeetings.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Selected as a Center for Environmental Innovation</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020305_centerofinnovation.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2002 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore has been selected as a Center for Environmental Innovation. These centers are defined as park areas where research, development, visitor education and appreciation of sustainable practices occur. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020305_centerofinnovation.htm</description>
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				  <title>Critical AT&#38;T Parcel Acquired at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020206_att_acquisition.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 05 Feb 2002 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Don Neubacher announced today that a critical parcel of land was recently acquired at Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020206_att_acquisition.htm</description>
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				  <title>Deer Census to be Conducted at Point Reyes on January 16, 2002</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020114_exoticdeercensus.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jan 2002 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>As a follow up to last year&#8217;s surveys, on Wednesday, January 16th, park biologists will fly over the entire Point Reyes National Seashore to acquire an accurate count of non-native deer. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020114_exoticdeercensus.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fiscal Year 2002 Budget and Annual Performance Plan for Point Reyes National Seashore Available</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020102_budget2002.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jan 2002 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Park Superintendent Don Neubacher today announced that this popular Bay Area national park has recently completed its Annual Performance Plan and budget for Fiscal Year 2002 as required by the &#8220;National Parks Omnibus Management Act of 1998.&#8221; https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20020102_budget2002.htm</description>
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				  <title>Seals, Whales, and Shuttle Bus Service Return!</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20011210_shuttles01.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 09 Dec 2001 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will begin the annual shuttle bus program beginning on Saturday, December 29, 2001. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20011210_shuttles01.htm</description>
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				  <title>Historic West Marin Radio Station Will Celebrate Marconi Event</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20011210_wirelessradio100th.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 09 Dec 2001 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20011210_wirelessradio100th.htm</description>
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				  <title>Elephant Seal Docents Needed for 2002 Season</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20011101_esealdocenttraining01.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2001 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Join other wildlife and outdoor enthusiasts to protect northern elephant seals! https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20011101_esealdocenttraining01.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Burns Planned in the Estero Trailhead Area the Week of November 5, 2001</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20011026_esterotrailheadburn.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 2001 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will begin conducting a series of prescribed fires in the Estero trailhead area the week of November 5th as weather conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20011026_esterotrailheadburn.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Burns in Olema Valley Planned for Week of September 30, 2001</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010928_olemavalleyburn.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 27 Sep 2001 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The areas planned for burns are along Highway One near the Five Brooks area and further south towards Dogtown. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010928_olemavalleyburn.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fun For the Whole Family at the 2001 Annual Beach Cleanup at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010910_beachcleanup01.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 09 Sep 2001 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Join Point Reyes National Seashore in its annual Beach Cleanup on September 15, 2001. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010910_beachcleanup01.htm</description>
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				  <title>20th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest At Drakes Beach - Sunday, September 2, 2001</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010823_sandsculpture01.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 22 Aug 2001 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to its 20th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010823_sandsculpture01.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fire Safe Fourth of July 2001 at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010627_firesafejuly4th2001.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jun 2001 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore joins many other parks in the San Francisco Bay Area in enforcing a ban on all fireworks. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010627_firesafejuly4th2001.htm</description>
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				  <title>Historic Coast Station KPH Returns to the Air for Night of Nights II</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010627_nightofnights01.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jun 2001 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010627_nightofnights01.htm</description>
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				  <title>Francis Drake&#39;s Port Visible Again at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010625_drakesportvisible.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jun 2001 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>For the first time in 45 years, this winter&#8217;s storms have restored the little cove at Drakes Bay to its historic configuration where many scholars believe Francis Drake repaired and refitted his &#60;i&#62;Golden Hind&#60;/i&#62; in June and July 1579. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010625_drakesportvisible.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Burn Along Sir Francis Drake Highway near Olema Scheduled for Sometime Between June 28 and July 15, 2001</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010620_olematreefarmburn.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2001 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Depending on weather and other environmental variables, the National Park Service is planning to conduct a controlled burn along Sir Francis Drake Highway sometime between June 28 and July 15, 2001. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010620_olematreefarmburn.htm</description>
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				  <title>Hams Gear Up to Set Long Distance Contact Records and Practice Emergency Communication Skills on June 23, 2001</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010619_hamradio01.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 18 Jun 2001 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010619_hamradio01.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Named as One of America&#39;s &#34;Globally Important Bird Areas&#34;</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010604_americanbirdconservancy.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 03 Jun 2001 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore has officially been named to the 100 &#34;Globally Important Bird Areas&#34; list by the American Bird Conservancy in recognition of its significance in the ongoing effort to conserve wild birds and their habitats. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010604_americanbirdconservancy.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore&#39;s First &#34;Rare-Plant-A-Thon&#34;</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010515_rareplantathon01.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2001 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On May 5th and 6th, Point Reyes National Seashore hosted its first &#34;Rare-Plant-A-Thon&#34;. The Rare-Plant-A-Thon is an effort to inventory unrecorded rare plant populations throughout the 71,000-acre Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010515_rareplantathon01.htm</description>
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				  <title>Second Public Notice for Wilkins Ranch Environmental Assessment</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010507_wilkinseanotice2.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 06 May 2001 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service has prepared an Environmental Assessment for the Wilkins Ranch Rehabilitation and Public Use and Rehabilitation of Septic and Water System. All comments must be postmarked or transmitted no later than June 15, 2001. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010507_wilkinseanotice2.htm</description>
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				  <title>Public Notice for Wilkins Ranch Environmental Assessment</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010424_wilkinseanotice.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2001 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service has prepared an Environmental Assessment for the Wilkins Ranch Rehabilitation and Public Use and Rehabilitation of Septic and Water System. The public comment period ends June 8, 2001. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010424_wilkinseanotice.htm</description>
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				  <title>2001 Strawberry Festival at Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010420_strawberryfestival01.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2001 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Please join us for this Native American celebration of the new spring season at Kule Loklo at Point Reyes National Seashore on Saturday April 28, 2001. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010420_strawberryfestival01.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes Beaches Littered with Oily Material on Tuesday, April 17, 2001</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010418_oilymaterialonbeach.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2001 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The United States Coast Guard and other government agencies are investigating the apparent discharge of an oily substance along Drakes Bay in Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010418_oilymaterialonbeach.htm</description>
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				  <title>Environmental Assessment Available for the Construction of a Loafing Barn on the McClure Ranch</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010330_mcclureloafingbarn_ea.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2001 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010330_mcclureloafingbarn_ea.htm</description>
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				  <title>2001 Harbor Seal Pupping Season at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010316_harborsealpupping01.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2001 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010316_harborsealpupping01.htm</description>
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				  <title>Snowy Plover Critical Habitat Protection Measures at Point Reyes National Seashore for 2001</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010314_ploverclosures01.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2001 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The stretch of beach starting at 1/4 mile north of the North Beach parking lot and continuing to a point 1/4 mile south of Kehoe Beach, will be closed to dogs from Saturday, March 16th through Monday, September 10th, 2001. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010314_ploverclosures01.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes Beaches Littered with Paraffin Wax Material on February 25, 2001</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010228_paraffinflotsam.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2001 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The United States Coast Guard and other government agencies are investigating the apparent discharge of a paraffin material within Drakes Bay. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010228_paraffinflotsam.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Employees Donate $10,000 to Community Charities in 2000</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010129_combinedfederalcampaign2001.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jan 2001 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>For the second consecutive year, Point Reyes National Seashore has received the Sector Award for financial contributions to the Combined Federal Campaign. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010129_combinedfederalcampaign2001.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fiscal Year 2001 Budget and Annual Performance Plan for Point Reyes National Seashore Available</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010124_budget2001.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2001 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Park Superintendent Don Neubacher today announced that this popular Bay Area national park has recently completed its Annual Performance Plan and budget for Fiscal Year 2001 as required by the &#8220;National Parks Omnibus Management Act of 1998.&#8221; https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20010124_budget2001.htm</description>
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				  <title>Deer Census to be Conducted at Point Reyes on December 5, 2000</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20001204_exoticdeercensus.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2000 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Tuesday, December 5th, Park biologists will fly over the entire Point Reyes National Seashore to acquire an accurate count of non-native deer. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20001204_exoticdeercensus.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes Lighthouse 130th Birthday Celebration</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20001122_lighthouse130th.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2000 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20001122_lighthouse130th.htm</description>
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				  <title>Vision Fire Symposium: Five Years Later</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20001010_visionfiresymposium.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 09 Oct 2000 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20001010_visionfiresymposium.htm</description>
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				  <title>Red Flag Fire Alert Issued for September 18, 2000 for Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000918_redflag.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 17 Sep 2000 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Don Neubacher, stated today is a Red Flag Alert day within the Seashore due to the potential high fire danger. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000918_redflag.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fun For the Whole Family at the 2000 Annual Beach Cleanup at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000913_beachcleanup00.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2000 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Join Point Reyes National Seashore in its annual Beach Cleanup on September 16, 2000. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000913_beachcleanup00.htm</description>
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				  <title>Historic Morse Code Radio Station Returns to the Air for Night of Nights I</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000711_nightofnights00.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 10 Jul 2000 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The former Marconi and RCA Morse code radio station KPH will make a commemorative broadcast on Wednesday, 12 July, the first anniversary of the last commercial Morse code transmission in North America. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000711_nightofnights00.htm</description>
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				  <title>20th Annual Big Time Festival At Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000705_bigtime00.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jul 2000 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Please join us for this traditional Native American trade festival at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit within Point Reyes National Seashore. The 20th annual festival is slated for Saturday, July 15, 2000 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000705_bigtime00.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fourth of July 2000 Beach Closures</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000627_july4thbeachclosures2000.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 26 Jun 2000 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000627_july4thbeachclosures2000.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Gets Greener</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000425_gettinggreener.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 24 Apr 2000 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>With Earthday 2000 recently celebrated, Superintendent Don Neubacher announced that Point Reyes National Seashore has recently implemented a number of sustainable practices, some of which will become models for other national park units. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000425_gettinggreener.htm</description>
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				  <title>2000 Strawberry Festival at Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000411_strawberryfestival00.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2000 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Please join us for this Native American celebration of the new spring season at Kule Loklo at Point Reyes National Seashore on Saturday, April 22, 2000. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000411_strawberryfestival00.htm</description>
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				  <title>Woolsey Announces Funding Proposal for Point Reyes National Seashore&#39;s Learning Center</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000410_woolseypclc.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 09 Apr 2000 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Congresswoman Lynn Woolsey today announced that Point Reyes National Seashore is one of five parks nationwide to receive funding in President Clinton&#39;s budget for an education center within the park. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000410_woolseypclc.htm</description>
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				  <title>Snowy Plover Critical Habitat Protection Measures at Point Reyes National Seashore for 2000</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000310_ploverclosures00.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 09 Mar 2000 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The stretch of beach starting at 1/4 mile north of the North Beach parking lot and continuing to a point 1/4 mile south of Kehoe Beach, will be closed to dogs from Friday, March 17th through Monday, September 15th, 2000. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000310_ploverclosures00.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fiscal Year 2000 Budget and Annual Performance Plan for Point Reyes National Seashore Available</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000201_budget00.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2000 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Park Superintendent Don Neubacher today announced that this popular Bay Area national park has recently completed its Annual Performance Plan and budget for Fiscal Year 2000 as required by the &#8220;National Parks Omnibus Management Act of 1998.&#8221; https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000201_budget00.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service Receives Signed Offer to Sell Giacomini Ranch Property</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000119_giacomini_offer2sell.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 18 Jan 2000 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service announced today the signing of an &#8220;Offer to Sell&#8221; for approximately 550 acres of land owned by Waldo Giacomini and family members within the boundaries of Golden Gate National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000119_giacomini_offer2sell.htm</description>
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				  <title>Return of Elephant Seals to Point Reyes National Seashore Prompts Temporary Beach Closures to Dogs for Winter 2000</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000103_esealclosures00.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jan 2000 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20000103_esealclosures00.htm</description>
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				  <title>New Year&#39;s Eve 2000 at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19991216_newyears00.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 1999 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19991216_newyears00.htm</description>
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				  <title>1999 Annual Holiday Open House at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19991201_holidayopenhouse99.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 1999 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Wednesday, December 8th from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, staff at Point Reyes National Seashore will hold their annual holiday open house at the Bear Valley Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19991201_holidayopenhouse99.htm</description>
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				  <title>Salmon Restoration Project at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19991118_salmonrestorationprojects.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 17 Nov 1999 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service&#39;s Coho and Steelhead Restoration project has completed a fish passage structure for steelhead and coho salmon on Blue Line Creek in Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19991118_salmonrestorationprojects.htm</description>
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				  <title>Red Flag Fire Alert Issued October 15, 1999 for Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19991015_redflag.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 14 Oct 1999 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Don Neubacher, stated today is a Red Flag Alert day within the Seashore due to the potential high fire danger. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19991015_redflag.htm</description>
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				  <title>Public Scoping Meetings Set for Point Reyes National Seashore General Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19991004_gmppublicscopingmeetings.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 03 Oct 1999 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Four upcoming scoping meetings have been set for public input on Point Reyes National Seashore&#8217;s General Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19991004_gmppublicscopingmeetings.htm</description>
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				  <title>1999 Prescribed Burn Season Beginning at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990924_prescribedburns99.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 1999 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service is planning on conducting a series of prescribed burns between September 27 and mid-November, 1999. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990924_prescribedburns99.htm</description>
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				  <title>Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990920_wilderness35th.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 19 Sep 1999 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>In celebration of the 35th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act (P.L. 88-577) this month, Superintendent Don Neubacher announced two special events taking place at the Seashore during September. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990920_wilderness35th.htm</description>
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				  <title>18th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest At Drakes Beach - Sunday, September 5, 1999</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990817_sandsculpture99.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 16 Aug 1999 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to its 18th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990817_sandsculpture99.htm</description>
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				  <title>Major Park Improvements at Point Reyes National Seashore For the Busy Summer Season</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990806_majorparkimprovements.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 1999 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990806_majorparkimprovements.htm</description>
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				  <title>19th Annual Big Time Festival At Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990705_bigtime99.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 04 Jul 1999 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Please join us for this traditional Native American trade festival at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit within Point Reyes National Seashore. The 19th annual festival is slated for Saturday, July 17, 1999 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990705_bigtime99.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fourth of July 1999 Beach Closures</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990624_july4thbeachclosures1999.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 1999 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990624_july4thbeachclosures1999.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Burn Along Sir Francis Drake Highway near Olema Scheduled for Sometime Between June 21 and July 15, 1999</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990618_olematreefarmburn.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 1999 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Depending on weather and other environmental variables, the National Park Service is planning to conduct a controlled burn along Sir Francis Drake Highway sometime between June 21 and July 15, 1999. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990618_olematreefarmburn.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Release Experimental Tule Elk Herd</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990604_limantourelkrelease.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 03 Jun 1999 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Twenty-eight elk were recently released into the 32,000 acre wilderness area near Limantour Beach in Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990604_limantourelkrelease.htm</description>
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				  <title>Traffic Delays on Limantour Road at Point Reyes National Seashore between April 21 and mid-June, 1999</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990420_pgeunderground.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 19 Apr 1999 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Superintendent Don Neubacher announced today that between April 21st and mid-June, Limantour Road will have temporary traffic delays from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm., Monday through Friday. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990420_pgeunderground.htm</description>
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				  <title>1999 Strawberry Festival at Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990419_strawberryfestival99.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 18 Apr 1999 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Please join us for this Native American celebration of the new spring season at Kule Loklo at Point Reyes National Seashore on Saturday, April 24, 1999. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990419_strawberryfestival99.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fiscal Year 1999 Budget and Strategic Plans for Point Reyes National Seashore and Golden Gate National Recreation Area</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990416_budget99.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 1999 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990416_budget99.htm</description>
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				  <title>Snowy Plover Critical Habitat Protection Measures at Point Reyes National Seashore for 1999</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990318_ploverclosures99.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 1999 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The stretch of beach starting at 1/4 mile north of the North Beach parking lot and continuing to a point 1/4 mile south of Kehoe Beach, will be closed to dogs from Friday, March 19 until Monday, August 30, 1999. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990318_ploverclosures99.htm</description>
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				  <title>Volunteers Wanted for 1999 Harbor Seal Monitoring Program</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990125_hsealdocents99.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 1999 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Help protect the natural resources of Point Reyes National Seashore and one of the most significant breeding populations of harbor seals in California by being involved in a long-term monitoring program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19990125_hsealdocents99.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore to Enhance Educational Opportunities for Bay Area Teachers</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19981216_parksprogram2.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 1998 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore recently received an education grant from Exxon Corporation to recruit Bay Area teachers to develop a sixth, seventh, and eighth grade science teacher&#8217;s guide for visits to Point Reyes. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19981216_parksprogram2.htm</description>
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				  <title>MADD Assists the National Park Service in the Fight Against Drunk Drivers</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19981215_madd.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 1998 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>In an effort to assist NPS Rangers in the detection of drunk drivers, the Marin/Sonoma Chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) has donated funding to Point Reyes National Seashore to purchase portable breath alcohol testing equipment. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19981215_madd.htm</description>
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				  <title>Temporary Road Closure for Continued Elk Research at Tomales Point</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19981201_elkrelocation.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 1998 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Between December 1-4, 1998, the Tule Elk Reserve will be temporarily closed to the public for elk management and research activities. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19981201_elkrelocation.htm</description>
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				  <title>Limantour Road Open to the Public After Storm Repairs at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19981022_limantourroadopen.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Last winter&#8217;s storms damaged sections of Limantour Road in Point Reyes National Seashore. The road has now been repaired and the road is open to the public after two months of road work. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19981022_limantourroadopen.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Participates in Innovative New Science Program</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19981019_parksprogram1.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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				  <title>Prescribed Burns in Olema Valley Scheduled for the Week of October 5, 1998</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19981005_olemavalleyburns.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will conduct prescribed fires in the Olema Valley this week as weather conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19981005_olemavalleyburns.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Fire Program for 1998 Underway at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980924_prescribedburns98b.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service at Point Reyes National Seashore initiated its 1998 prescribed fire program yesterday, when 60 acres were burned at Limantour Beach. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980924_prescribedburns98b.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Fires for Fall of 1998 in Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980923_prescribedburns98a.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Superintendent Don L. Neubacher announced today that Point Reyes National Seashore fire specialists will be conducting a series of prescribed fires this fall. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980923_prescribedburns98a.htm</description>
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				  <title>Continuing the Search for First Known Shipwreck Off Western California Coast</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980916_submergedculturalresources98.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980916_submergedculturalresources98.htm</description>
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				  <title>Road Closure on Limantour Road as of September 8, 1998</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980909_limantourroadclosure.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>As of Tuesday, September 8, Limantour Road is closed to the public for construction from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. The road will remain open on weekends and holidays, and before 8:00 am and after 5:00 pm on weekdays. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980909_limantourroadclosure.htm</description>
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				  <title>17th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest At Drakes Beach - Sunday, September 6, 1998</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980904_sandsculpture98.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore invites you to its 17th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980904_sandsculpture98.htm</description>
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				  <title>Traffic Delays on Limantour Road after August 20, 1998</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980811_limantourroaddelays.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Thursday, August 20, road construction will begin on Limantour Road with minor traffic delays between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday until Labor Day weekend. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980811_limantourroaddelays.htm</description>
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				  <title>New Executive Director Joins Point Reyes National Seashore Association</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980716_lislelee_prnsa_execdir.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The Point Reyes National Seashore Association welcomed Lisle Lee as their Executive Director this week. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980716_lislelee_prnsa_execdir.htm</description>
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				  <title>18th Annual Big Time Festival At Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980706_bigtime98.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Please join us for this traditional Native American trade festival at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit within Point Reyes National Seashore. The 18th annual festival is slated for Saturday, July 18, 1998 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980706_bigtime98.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fourth of July 1998 Beach Closures</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980629_july4thbeachclosures98.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore announced today that two beaches in the park, Drakes Beach and Limantour Beach, will close at 8 pm on the Fourth of July. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980629_july4thbeachclosures98.htm</description>
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				  <title>Immuno-Contraception Research for Managing Tule Elk Population - Phase II Scheduled to Begin on June 15, 1998</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980615_elkimmunocontraception98.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Superintendent Don Neubacher today announced the second phase of a tule elk immuno-contraceptive research project will begin on June 15-16 at Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980615_elkimmunocontraception98.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Fire Scheduled for Friday, June 12, 1998</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980611_eranchburn.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will be conducting a controlled burn on a pile of wood at the historic E Ranch on Friday June 12. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980611_eranchburn.htm</description>
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				  <title>Results of Year-long Study of Park Visitors</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980610_visitorsurveyresults.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Sonoma State University in cooperation with staff from Point Reyes National Seashore, has just completed a year long study of visitors to the Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980610_visitorsurveyresults.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Selected as a National Marine Debris Monitoring Site</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980604_marinedebrismonitoring.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Marine Debris Monitoring Program utilizes various volunteer groups to monitor specifically selected beaches throughout the United States for marine debris. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980604_marinedebrismonitoring.htm</description>
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				  <title>Environmental Assessment Available for the Rehabilitation of Johnson Oyster Company Facilities</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980513_johnsonsoysterco_ea.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service and the Marin County Community Development Agency have prepared an Environmental Assessment and CEQA Initial Study Checklist for the replacement and rehabilitation of the facilities at Johnson Oyster Company. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980513_johnsonsoysterco_ea.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Initiates Major Ecological Vital Signs Monitoring Program</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980505_vitalsigns.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>This year Point Reyes National Seashore has initiated a comprehensive effort to establish an integrated, natural resource ecological monitoring program. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980505_vitalsigns.htm</description>
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				  <title>1998 Strawberry Festival at Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980421_strawberryfestival98.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 1998 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Please join us for this Native American celebration of the new spring season at Kule Loklo at Point Reyes National Seashore on Saturday, April 25, 1998. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980421_strawberryfestival98.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Draft Compendium Out for Public Review</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980401_compendiumpublicreview.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 1998 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Don Neubacher announced today that the Draft Compendium for Point Reyes National Seashore is out for a 30-day public review period. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980401_compendiumpublicreview.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Storm Update - February 27, 1998</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980227_stormupdate5.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 1998 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The majority of the Point Reyes National Seashore will reopen this coming weekend. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980227_stormupdate5.htm</description>
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				  <title>Storm-Related Closures at Point Reyes National Seashore - February 20, 1998 Update</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980220_stormupdate4.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 1998 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Some success on trail clearing was achieved this week prior to the arrival of weekend storms. However, most trails will remain closed through this weekend with the hope of having some additional trails opened by next weekend. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980220_stormupdate4.htm</description>
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				  <title>Storm-Related Closures at Point Reyes National Seashore - February 13, 1998 Update</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980213_stormupdate3.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 1998 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Since assessments of trails and roads began on Monday, over 40% of the trails within Point Reyes National Seashore have been checked for damage. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980213_stormupdate3.htm</description>
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				  <title>Recent Storms Takes Toll on Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980209_stormupdate2.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 1998 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The intensity of the recent series of storms has not allowed NPS crews to assess the potential damage incurred on the 140 miles of hiking trails at Point Reyes. Crews have been assembled today to begin this assessment https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980209_stormupdate2.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Storm Update - February 6, 2007</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980206_stormupdate1.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 1998 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>All trails and campgrounds in the National Seashore will remain closed through Sunday and visitors are advised to use extreme caution while in the park. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980206_stormupdate1.htm</description>
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				  <title>Flood Damage and Closures at Point Reyes National Seashore Due to February 2-3, 1998 Storm</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980203_storm.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 1998 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Due to the heavy rainfall, several roads and trails within Point Reyes National Seashore are impassable until crews can remove fallen trees and limbs and open clogged culverts. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980203_storm.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Oil Incident on January 17, 1998</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980122_oilincident.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 1998 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Since Saturday, January 17th, 1998, oil and oiled birds have been washing ashore at Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980122_oilincident.htm</description>
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				  <title>Minor Globs of Oil Found at Point Reyes National Seashore on January 17, 1998</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980118_oilspill98.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 1998 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Service staff discovered thick oil globules, called tar balls on the beaches of Point Reyes National Seashore on Saturday. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19980118_oilspill98.htm</description>
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				  <title>Shuttle Service at Point Reyes Headlands for Winter 1998</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971219_shuttles97.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 1997 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Superintendent Don Neubacher announced today a shuttle program will be in operation this winter to reduce congestion and protect critical park resources on the Point Reyes Headlands. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971219_shuttles97.htm</description>
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				  <title>AmeriCorps Returns to Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971208_americorpsreturns.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 1997 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Over the next two weeks, a team of AmeriCorps members from the Western Region in San Diego will be assisting the Point Reyes National Seashore with several critical conservation projects. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971208_americorpsreturns.htm</description>
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				  <title>Minor Globs of Oil Found at Point Reyes National Seashore since November 16, 1997</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971117_drakeoilspill97.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 1997 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Superintendent Don Neubacher reported that, since Sunday, November 16, thick oil globules called tar balls have begun showing up on the beaches of Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971117_drakeoilspill97.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Fire in Olema Valley Scheduled for Wednesday, November 5, 1997</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971105_hagmaierburn.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 1997 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A prescribed fire is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, November 5 and will begin at approximately 10:30 am. The fire will be on a 2 acre site located in the Olema Valley of the park near Hagmaier Ranch. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971105_hagmaierburn.htm</description>
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				  <title>Update on Drakes Bay Underwater Research Project - October 22, 1997</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971022_submergedculturalresources97b.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 1997 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Marine archeologists have determined 20 clusters of anomalies with a high potential for shipwreck material during their week of dragging a sidescan sonar and magnetometer at the bottom of Drakes Bay where over 25 vessels have historically sank. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971022_submergedculturalresources97b.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Fire at McCurdy Trailhead Scheduled to Occur on October 21 &#38; 22, 1997</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971021_mccurdyburn2.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 1997 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>As part of the National Park Service&#8217;s effort to reduce fuels and invasive plants, two prescribed fires are scheduled to occur on October 21 and 22. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971021_mccurdyburn2.htm</description>
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				  <title>Submerged Cultural Resource Survey of Drakes Bay Scheduled for October 1997</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971013_submergedculturalresources97a.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 1997 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The first phase of a two-year project to identify underwater archeological resources of Drakes Bay within Point Reyes National Seashore and the Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary began today and will continue until October 24. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971013_submergedculturalresources97a.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Fire in Olema Valley Scheduled for October 1, 1997</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971001_mccurdyburn1.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 1997 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A prescribed fire is scheduled for today and will be on a 30 acre site located in Olema Valley on the east side of Highway 1 near the McCurdy Trailhead. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19971001_mccurdyburn1.htm</description>
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				  <title>Immuno-Contraception Research for Managing Tule Elk Population - Phase I Scheduled to Begin on August 6, 1997</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970805_elkimmunocontraception97.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 1997 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Superintendent Don Neubacher today announced the first phase of an immuno-contraceptive research project will begin on August 6 and 7 at Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970805_elkimmunocontraception97.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Fires in Olema Valley Scheduled for July 7, 1997</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970703_kilnburn.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 1997 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Two prescribed fires are tentatively scheduled for Monday, July 7 and will begin at approximately 8:00 am. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970703_kilnburn.htm</description>
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				  <title>Snowy Plover Critical Habitat Protection Measures at Point Reyes National Seashore for 1997</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970702_ploverclosures97b.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 1997 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The stretch of beach starting at 1/4 mile north of the North Beach parking lot and continuing to a point 1/4 mile south of the entrance near Abbotts Lagoon beach, will be closed from Friday, July 4 until Monday, July 14, 1997. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970702_ploverclosures97b.htm</description>
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				  <title>Point Reyes National Seashore Harbor Seal Mortalities</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970625_hsealmortalities.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 1997 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>An unusual number of dead harbor seals have been washing onshore at Point Reyes National Seashore since early April of this year, with a large concentration the last two weeks. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970625_hsealmortalities.htm</description>
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				  <title>Threatened Snowy Plover Nesting Season 1997 Underway at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970507_ploverclosures97a.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 06 May 1997 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Superintendent Don Neubacher is asking park visitors to keep a safe distance from exclosures protecting snowy plover nests during the spring breeding and nesting season period of time. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970507_ploverclosures97a.htm</description>
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				  <title>New Fees for Camping at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970428_newcampingfees.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 1997 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes will be charging fees for use of the backcountry campgrounds beginning July 1, 1997. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970428_newcampingfees.htm</description>
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				  <title>1997 Strawberry Festival at Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970422_strawberryfestival97.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 1997 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Please join us for this Native American celebration of the new spring season at Kule Loklo at Point Reyes National Seashore on Saturday, April 26, 1997. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970422_strawberryfestival97.htm</description>
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				  <title>1997 Harbor Seal Pupping Season at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970414_harborsealpupping97.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 13 Apr 1997 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970414_harborsealpupping97.htm</description>
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				  <title>Limantour Road Closure Scheduled for March 18, 1997</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970314_limantourroadclosure.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 1997 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Superintendent Don Neubacher announced today that Limantour Road will be closed on Tuesday, March 18, 1997 from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970314_limantourroadclosure.htm</description>
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				  <title>Project to Protect Critical Dune Habitat near Historic A Ranch at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970206_aranchfenceproject.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 1997 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description> https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970206_aranchfenceproject.htm</description>
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				  <title>Flood Damage and Closures Due to New Years 1997 Storm at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970102_storm.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jan 1997 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Drakes Beach, the Point Reyes Lighthouse, and other popular locations will not be open until Marin County Public Works officials can determine the proper stabilization and rehabilitation for Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19970102_storm.htm</description>
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				  <title>Shuttles for Whale Watching at the Point Reyes Headlands</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19961223_shuttles96.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 1996 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore will be offering free shuttle rides on weekends and holidays from January through March at the Point Reyes Headlands. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19961223_shuttles96.htm</description>
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				  <title>Hog and Duck Islands Now Part of Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19961125_transfer_of_hog_and_duck_islands.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 1996 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is pleased to announce the transfer of ownership of Hog and Duck Islands within Tomales Bay from Audubon Canyon Ranch to Point Reyes National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19961125_transfer_of_hog_and_duck_islands.htm</description>
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				  <title>Red Flag Fire Alert Issued for October 25, 1996, for Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19961025_redflag.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 1996 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Don Neubacher stated today is a Red Flag Alert day within the Seashore due to the potential high fire danger. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19961025_redflag.htm</description>
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				  <title>Prescribed Fire at the Estero Trailhead is Scheduled for Wednesday, October 16, 1996</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19961016_estero_trailhead_prescribed_fire.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 1996 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A prescribed fire is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, October 16 and will begin at approximately 10 am. The fire will be on a 100-acre site located in the north district of the park near the Estero Trailhead, off Sir Francis Drake Highway. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19961016_estero_trailhead_prescribed_fire.htm</description>
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				  <title>Permits Now Required for Beach Fires at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19961002_permits_now_required_for_beach_fires.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 1996 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>In order to educate visitors about proper fire safety, a beach fire permit system is being initiated at the park. The no-fee permits, with educational information, will be required year-round for all open beach wood fires within the Seashore boundaries. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19961002_permits_now_required_for_beach_fires.htm</description>
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				  <title>Two Environmental Assessments Out for Public Review</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19961001_two_environmental_assessments_out_for_public_review.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 1996 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Two Environmental Assessments (EA) for projects within the Seashore are available for public review.  The two projects are: 1) the removal of utility poles and lines via helicopter within the Muddy Hollow Corridor and 2) a dairy waste management and reclamation project at the Historic J Ranch. The public comment period closes on October 25, 1996, for the removal of utility poles by helicopter. The public comment period for the dairy waste management and reclamation project closes on October 30, 1996. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19961001_two_environmental_assessments_out_for_public_review.htm</description>
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				  <title>Dramatic Comeback of Threatened Snowy Plover at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19960723_dramatic_comeback_of-_threatened_snowy_plover.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jul 1996 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>In 1995, only two chicks hatched from eggs, yet 20 nests were observed with two to three eggs in each of the nests. With the additional protection of the exclosures during the 1996 breeding season, nearly 18 chicks hatched! https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19960723_dramatic_comeback_of-_threatened_snowy_plover.htm</description>
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				  <title>16th Annual Big Time Festival at Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19960711_bigtime16.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jul 1996 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is holding its 16th Annual Big Time Festival Saturday, July 20 from 11 am to 4 pm, at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19960711_bigtime16.htm</description>
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				  <title>A Minor Oil Spill at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19960131_tarballs_reported_on_beaches.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 1996 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Since Sunday, January 28, 1996, thick oil has begun showing up on the ocean fronting beaches of Point Reyes National Seashore in the form of &#34;tar balls.&#34; https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19960131_tarballs_reported_on_beaches.htm</description>
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				  <title>Search for 400-Year-Old Encampment at Point Reyes National Seashore</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19950420_survey_for_cermeno_encampment.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 20 Apr 1995 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore announced today that the Anthropology Department at Sonoma State University, in partnership with the Drake Navigators Guild, is planning to survey areas along Drakes Bay for the encampment of Sebastian Rodriguez Cerme&#241;o from a 1595 expedition along the California coast. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19950420_survey_for_cermeno_encampment.htm</description>
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				  <title>Post-January 1995 Storm Update</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19950202_storm_damaged_update.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 1995 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>During the recent January rain and wind storms, many trails at Point Reyes National Seashore were damaged by fallen trees and heavy runoff. As of today, we have re-opened many trails and all four backcountry campgrounds. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19950202_storm_damaged_update.htm</description>
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				  <title>14th Annual Big Time Festival at Kule Loklo</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19940616_bigtime14.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 1994 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Point Reyes National Seashore is holding the 14th Annual Big Time Festival on Saturday, July 16, 1994, at Kule Loklo, a Coast Miwok Cultural Exhibit. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_19940616_bigtime14.htm</description>
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