https://www.nps.gov/thro News releases from Theodore Roosevelt National Park. en-us https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-move-to-cashless-fee-collection-starting-may-1.htm Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:25:00 EST Beginning May 1, 2026, Theodore Roosevelt National Park will transition to a fully cashless fee system. Entrance fees and other in-person sales will be processed using mobile payments, credit cards, or debit cards at park sales outlets. The transition to electronic payment is safer, reduces transaction times, and improves accountability. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-move-to-cashless-fee-collection-starting-may-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/prescribed-burns-planned-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:56:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt fire crews are planning to conduct prescribed burning operations in the South and North Unit, March 30 through the middle of June. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/prescribed-burns-planned-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-celebrates-completion-of-south-unit-scenic-road-repair-project.htm Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:03:00 EST The public reopening of an iconic roadway was celebrated today in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. A ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the completion of the approximately $51 million South Unit Scenic Loop Road rehabilitation project featured remarks by U.S. Senator John Hoeven, U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, National Park Service Regional Director Bert Frost, and Park Superintendent Rachel Daniels. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-celebrates-completion-of-south-unit-scenic-road-repair-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/dakota-nights-astronomy-festival-returns-to-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Sun, 03 Aug 2025 08:15:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park will host the Dakota Nights: Astronomy Festival on Friday, August 22 and Saturday, August 23, inviting the public to celebrate the wonders of the night sky in a unique national park setting. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/dakota-nights-astronomy-festival-returns-to-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/celebrate-national-park-week-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park-with-three-special-events.htm Mon, 31 Mar 2025 04:06:00 EST Love national parks? There's a holiday for that! National Park Week is happening April 19 to April 27 this year. Entrance fees will be waived on April 19, 2025, to kick off the celebration and to encourage everyone to enjoy their national parks in person. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/celebrate-national-park-week-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park-with-three-special-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-conduct-strategic-bison-and-horse-operations.htm Fri, 27 Sep 2024 03:26:00 EST Roughly 200 bison and up to 15 horses will be transferred out of the park to support a healthy and manageable population. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-conduct-strategic-bison-and-horse-operations.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/campgrounds-rates-are-changing-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Wed, 28 Aug 2024 11:09:00 EST On October 1, 2024, the rates for Theodore Roosevelt National Park campgrounds will change. Fee changes will include the Cottonwood Campground, Cottonwood Group site, Juniper Campground, Juniper Group site, and Roundup Group Horse Camp campground. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/campgrounds-rates-are-changing-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/embark-on-adventure-launch-of-the-junior-wilderness-ranger-program-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Thu, 08 Aug 2024 16:27:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park is excited to introduce the Junior Wilderness Ranger Program, launching on September 2nd. This new program is designed for both adults and children who are eager to explore, learn, and contribute to the protection of our natural landscapes. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/embark-on-adventure-launch-of-the-junior-wilderness-ranger-program-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/dakota-nights-astronomy-festival.htm Mon, 05 Aug 2024 14:51:00 EST Join us at Theodore Roosevelt National Park for Dakota Nights: Astronomy Festival, where the cosmos come alive under the pristine skies of the North Dakota badlands! https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/dakota-nights-astronomy-festival.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/horse-approaching-campers.htm Wed, 10 Jul 2024 10:01:00 EST Earlier this spring, a male feral horse began entering Roundup Horse Camp, approaching campers and their riding stock, following riders down the trail, and interfered with the feeding and care of the camper’s horses. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/horse-approaching-campers.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-terminates-livestock-planning-process.htm Thu, 25 Apr 2024 09:30:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park announced today that it is terminating the Livestock Plan and Environmental Assessment (EA). The decision was made after careful consideration of the information and public comment received during the EA process. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-terminates-livestock-planning-process.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/prescribed-burn-planned-this-spring-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Tue, 02 Apr 2024 05:20:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt fire crews are planning to conduct prescribed burning operations in the South Unit as early as this week, April 3rd. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/prescribed-burn-planned-this-spring-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2024-proposed-rate-changes-for-campgrounds.htm Mon, 25 Mar 2024 06:29:00 EST The National Park Service is seeking public comment to campground fees changes under consideration at Theodore Roosevelt National Park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2024-proposed-rate-changes-for-campgrounds.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2024-commercial-use-authorization.htm Wed, 31 Jan 2024 08:35:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park will initiate a new online application process for the 2024 commercial operating season beginning February 1, 2024, until March 1, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2024-commercial-use-authorization.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/visitor-injured-by-bison-thro.htm Tue, 18 Jul 2023 06:40:00 EST A female visitor from Minnesota was severely injured by a bison at Painted Canyon in Theodore Roosevelt National Park on Saturday, July 15. She was transported by ambulance to a hospital in Dickinson and was last reported to be in serious but stable condition. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/visitor-injured-by-bison-thro.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/thro-livestock-plan-comment.htm Mon, 12 Dec 2022 03:00:00 EST The National Park Service is developing a Livestock Plan to address livestock, horse and cattle herds, within Theodore Roosevelt National Park, under relevant laws, regulations, policies, and park management priorities including the conservation of native species and natural prairie ecosystem functions. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/thro-livestock-plan-comment.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/prescribed-burns-promote-prairie-restoration.htm Thu, 15 Sep 2022 06:02:00 EST Through late summer and into the fall Theodore Roosevelt National Park will be conducting prescribed burns in both the North and South Units. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/prescribed-burns-promote-prairie-restoration.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/thro-proposed-livestock-management-plan.htm Wed, 16 Mar 2022 04:00:00 EST MEDORA, ND: The National Park Service (NPS) is proposing to develop a new livestock management plan (LMP) for Theodore Roosevelt National Park, to guide future management of horse and cattle herds at the park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/thro-proposed-livestock-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/ea-public-review-period-for-south-unit-road-repair.htm Thu, 10 Feb 2022 11:05:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park announces a virtual public meeting and comment period on a Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) of the South Unit Loop Road Reconstruction Project. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/ea-public-review-period-for-south-unit-road-repair.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/public-invited-to-attend-theodore-roosevelt-national-park-comprehensive-site-plan-meetings-on-november-3rd-or-4th.htm Wed, 27 Oct 2021 11:07:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park is preparing a long-range comprehensive site plan for all developed areas of the park including: Painted Canyon Overlook, South Unit Entrance at Medora, North Unit Entrance, Peaceful Valley Ranch, and the Elkhorn Ranch Unit https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/public-invited-to-attend-theodore-roosevelt-national-park-comprehensive-site-plan-meetings-on-november-3rd-or-4th.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/rain-and-snow-provide-additional-assistance-to-firefighters.htm Mon, 12 Apr 2021 09:40:00 EST Watford City — Wintery weather conditions that developed over this weekend are a welcome sight to the firefighters that have been working the Horse Pasture Fire for the past week. The fire, currently mapped at 5,000 acres, is now 95% contained. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/rain-and-snow-provide-additional-assistance-to-firefighters.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/high-winds-challenge-firefighters-on-the-horse-pasture-fire.htm Fri, 09 Apr 2021 11:37:00 EST 4/9/2021 – Fire activity on the Horse Pasture Fire remained high on Thursday, however no new growth was reported. Strong winds continued to be a challenge for firefighters, as they worked to keep the fire within established firelines. Flare ups were visible as large pockets of unburned fuel within the perimeter were consumed. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/high-winds-challenge-firefighters-on-the-horse-pasture-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-is-opening-the-south-unit-visitor-center-in-medora-on-july-1st.htm Mon, 29 Jun 2020 05:22:00 EST Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Theodore Roosevelt National Park is increasing recreational access and services. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-is-opening-the-south-unit-visitor-center-in-medora-on-july-1st.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/section-of-south-unit-scenic-drive-closed-temporarily-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Mon, 08 Jun 2020 08:05:00 EST Park staff have identified a large culvert failure at mile marker 12 on the South Unit Scenic Drive. Starting June 15th, the road will be closed at Wind Canyon for crews to replace the culvert and rebuild the road surface. This work is expected to take up to two weeks to complete. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/section-of-south-unit-scenic-drive-closed-temporarily-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/visitor-injured-by-bison.htm Tue, 19 May 2020 13:06:00 EST A visitor was injured by a bison in the North Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/visitor-injured-by-bison.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-begin-phased-access-may-9-2020.htm Sat, 09 May 2020 04:43:00 EST Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Public Health Service, and the North Dakota Department of Health, Theodore Roosevelt National Park is resuming visitor access for recreational day use of trails, picnic areas, roads and backcountry camping. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-begin-phased-access-may-9-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-closed-through-may-9th-to-slow-the-spread-of-covid-19.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2020 17:43:00 EST Effective immediately, Theodore Roosevelt National Park will be closed to recreational use until further notice. The temporary closure includes visitor centers, facilities, trails, and campgrounds. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-closed-through-may-9th-to-slow-the-spread-of-covid-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/trnp-campground-and-partial-road-closure.htm Sat, 04 Apr 2020 06:16:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park is announcing additional modifications to operations in response to guidance from federal, county, and local officials. As of April 4, 2020, park visitor centers, campgrounds, and a portion of the South Unit road are closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/trnp-campground-and-partial-road-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-dakota-national-park-service-sites-are-modifying-visitor-center-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm Wed, 18 Mar 2020 04:23:00 EST North Dakota National Park Service Sites Are Modifying Visitor Center Operations to Implement Latest Health Guidance https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-dakota-national-park-service-sites-are-modifying-visitor-center-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-announces-entrance-fee-free-days-for-2020.htm Mon, 06 Jan 2020 02:57:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park will offer free admission on five days in 2020. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-announces-entrance-fee-free-days-for-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-present-a-voice-for-our-dark-skies.htm Mon, 26 Aug 2019 07:43:00 EST William Wren, from the McDonald Observatory at the University of Texas – Austin, will present a special program, “A Voice for Our Dark Skies: Preserving the Wonder and Awe,” on Thursday, August 29 at the Medora Community Center. The program will begin at 7:00 p.m. MDT. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-present-a-voice-for-our-dark-skies.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-dakota-nights-astronomy-festival-to-be-held-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Mon, 26 Aug 2019 05:24:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park invites curious minds of all ages to attend the seventh annual Dakota Nights Astronomy Festival Friday, August 30 through Sunday, September 1. Join park rangers, astronomers, and space enthusiasts of all types to explore North Dakota’s beautiful night skies in the park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-dakota-nights-astronomy-festival-to-be-held-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-entrance-fees-waived-for-founder-s-day.htm Wed, 21 Aug 2019 09:15:00 EST Celebrate the birth of the National Park Service with a visit to Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Entrance fees will be waived in honor of the 103rd birthday of the National Park Service on Sunday, August 25, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-entrance-fees-waived-for-founder-s-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-host-annual-badlands-star-party.htm Tue, 30 Jul 2019 10:42:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park invites the public to the 35th Annual Badlands Star Party in the park’s North Unit on Friday and Saturday, August 2 and 3. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-host-annual-badlands-star-party.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/bison-injures-visitor-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Sun, 28 Jul 2019 10:17:00 EST A visitor was injured by a bison in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park on Saturday, July 27. The victim, a 17 year old from Colorado, was transported by helicopter to a hospital in Bismarck. As the visitor is a juvenile, the name cannot be released. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/bison-injures-visitor-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-tourism-in-north-dakota-creates-65-5-million-in-economic-benefits.htm Mon, 01 Jul 2019 12:09:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) study reports that visitors to North Dakota’s national parks spent $49.6 million dollars in nearby communities in 2018. Approximately 733,000 people visited Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site, Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site, and Theodore Roosevelt National Park, supporting 695 jobs in the surrounding areas and having a cumulative benefit to the state economy of $65.5 million. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-tourism-in-north-dakota-creates-65-5-million-in-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/white-nose-syndrome-in-bats-detected-in-north-dakota.htm Fri, 28 Jun 2019 11:21:00 EST A fungus that causes white-nose syndrome (WNS), a deadly disease of hibernating bats but not a direct health risk for humans, has been detected in North Dakota for the first time. The fungus was detected on one little brown bat (Myotis lucifugus) that was captured on the night of May 6, 2019 within the boundary of Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site, during proactive WNS testing conducted by the National Park Service Northern Great Plains Network in collaboration with the University of Wyoming. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/white-nose-syndrome-in-bats-detected-in-north-dakota.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/prescribed-fires-in-the-north-unit.htm Tue, 07 May 2019 12:31:00 EST The National Park Service plans to implement prescribed fire projects in the Park’s North Unit on Thursday, May 9. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/prescribed-fires-in-the-north-unit.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/section-of-south-unit-scenic-loop-drive-closed-indefinitely.htm Wed, 01 May 2019 12:20:00 EST A 4.5 mile section of the Scenic Loop Drive in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park is closed to motor vehicles indefinitely due to erosion failure. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/section-of-south-unit-scenic-loop-drive-closed-indefinitely.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/fuels-reduction-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Fri, 29 Mar 2019 07:32:00 EST The National Park Service plans to implement a fuels reduction project in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/fuels-reduction-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/autumn-road-construction-schedule-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Fri, 31 Aug 2018 11:30:00 EST In order to accommodate the busy Labor Day weekend, the road construction in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park will temporarily change. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/autumn-road-construction-schedule-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-dakota-nights-astronomy-festival-to-be-held-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park-and-historic-medora.htm Fri, 31 Aug 2018 11:06:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park and the town of Historic Medora invite inquiring minds of all ages to attend the sixth annual Dakota Nights Astronomy Festival Friday, September 7 through Sunday, September 9. Join park rangers, astronomers, and space enthusiasts of all types to celebrate North Dakota’s beautiful night skies. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-dakota-nights-astronomy-festival-to-be-held-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park-and-historic-medora.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-tourism-in-north-dakota.htm Fri, 11 May 2018 05:00:00 EST New report shows visitor spending supports 643 jobs in North Dakota. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-tourism-in-north-dakota.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/road-construction.htm Mon, 07 May 2018 06:24:00 EST Road Construction has begun on East River Road in the park's South Unit. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/road-construction.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/prescribed-fires-planned-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Fri, 20 Apr 2018 05:59:00 EST The National Park Service plans to implement prescribed fire projects in Theodore Roosevelt National Park's North and South Unit. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/prescribed-fires-planned-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-celebrate-national-park-week.htm Fri, 20 Apr 2018 05:10:00 EST The staff of Theodore Roosevelt National Park invites everyone to celebrate National Park Week, April 21 through April 29. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-celebrate-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-changes-entrance-fee-to-address-infrastructure-needs-and-improve-visitor-experience.htm Mon, 16 Apr 2018 03:37:00 EST The National Park Service announced today that Theodore Roosevelt National Park will modify its entrance fees to provide additional funding for infrastructure and maintenance needs to enhance the visitor experience, effective June 1, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-changes-entrance-fee-to-address-infrastructure-needs-and-improve-visitor-experience.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/christmas-bird-count-2017.htm Fri, 08 Dec 2017 03:03:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park invites birding enthusiasts of all abilities to participate in the nationwide Audubon Christmas Bird Count on Saturday, December 16, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/christmas-bird-count-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/fee-free-founders-day.htm Thu, 24 Aug 2017 08:02:00 EST MEDORA, ND: Celebrate the National Park Service birthday with a visit to Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Entrance fees will be waived in honor of the 101st birthday of the National Park Service, Friday, August 25, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/fee-free-founders-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/local-economic-impacts-2016.htm Fri, 05 May 2017 11:33:00 EST Report shows visitor spending supports 681 jobs in North Dakota's economy https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/local-economic-impacts-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/nu-tower-replacement.htm Wed, 26 Apr 2017 11:49:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has issued a Final Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for a proposed communications tower replacement in the North Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/nu-tower-replacement.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/star-party.htm Wed, 03 Aug 2016 08:09:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park invites the public to the 32nd annual Badlands Star Party in the park's North Unit Friday and Saturday, August 5 and 6. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/star-party.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/body-found-in-trnp.htm Thu, 19 May 2016 06:33:00 EST Late Wednesday afternoon, two hikers located a human body in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/body-found-in-trnp.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/electronic-entrance-passes.htm Tue, 29 Mar 2016 07:37:00 EST The National Park Service has begun a pilot program to sell online electronic entrance passes to selected national park units through the "Your Pass Now" Program. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/electronic-entrance-passes.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/open-house-meeting-scheduled-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park-for-proposed-communication-tower-replacement.htm Fri, 05 Feb 2016 08:58:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) will hold an open house meeting on Thursday, February 11 to gather public comments on the recently released Environmental Assessment (EA) for the replacement of the North Unit communications tower. The current tower provides communication functions essential to public safety and efficient operations for the park and the U.S. Forest Service (USFS). It is located within the park boundary on the east side of Hwy 85 in McKenzie County, just north of the park entrance. The meeting will take place at the North Unit from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. CDT in the temporary visitor center building near the park entrance. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/open-house-meeting-scheduled-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park-for-proposed-communication-tower-replacement.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/fee-free-mlk-day-2016.htm Tue, 12 Jan 2016 10:24:00 EST MEDORA, ND: Begin a new year with a visit to Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Entrance and camping fees will be waived for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday on Monday, January 18. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/fee-free-mlk-day-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2015-christmas-bird-count.htm Mon, 14 Dec 2015 11:00:00 EST Annual Christmas Bird Count to Be Held at Theodore Roosevelt National Park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2015-christmas-bird-count.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2015npld.htm Tue, 22 Sep 2015 10:30:00 EST Entrance fees are waived for all public lands on September 26, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2015npld.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/ekip2015.htm Wed, 02 Sep 2015 10:20:00 EST New national program encourages families and classes to visit their national parks and public lands. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/ekip2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/newsuperintendent.htm Sat, 20 Jun 2015 07:54:00 EST OMAHA – Wendy Ross, a 21-year veteran of the National Park Service (NPS), has been selected as the new Superintendent of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/newsuperintendent.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/roadclosure2015.htm Fri, 05 Jun 2015 04:20:00 EST Spring Rain Damages Theodore Roosevelt National Park North Unit Scenic Drive and South Unit Coal Vein Trail Access Road https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/roadclosure2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-unit-vc.htm Mon, 18 May 2015 11:09:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park Releases North Unit Visitor Center Replacement Environmental Assessment https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-unit-vc.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/prescribed-fire-may-2015.htm Thu, 07 May 2015 08:38:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park to Conduct Prescribed Fires https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/prescribed-fire-may-2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/Park-Week-2015.htm Fri, 17 Apr 2015 11:27:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park invites the public to “Find Your Park” during National Park Week, April 18 – 26. Entrance to the park will be free on Saturday and Sunday, April 18 and 19. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/Park-Week-2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/horse-partnership.htm Tue, 10 Mar 2015 09:19:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park Enters Partnership with North Dakota Badlands Horse Registry https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/horse-partnership.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/campground-reservation-system.htm Thu, 19 Feb 2015 03:40:00 EST MEDORA, ND: Theodore Roosevelt National Park will offer online reservations for camping for the first time beginning Monday, March 2, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/campground-reservation-system.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/fee-free-presidents-day-weekend.htm Tue, 10 Feb 2015 10:44:00 EST MEDORA, ND: Celebrate Presidents Day weekend with a visit to Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Entrance and camping fees will be waived for the three day weekend Saturday, February 14 through Monday, February 16. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/fee-free-presidents-day-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/concessionaire-retires.htm Fri, 06 Feb 2015 10:20:00 EST MEDORA, ND: Shadow Country Outfitters offered its final trail rides in Theodore Roosevelt National Park on September 1, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/concessionaire-retires.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/proposed-budget.htm Fri, 06 Feb 2015 08:10:00 EST Plans are underway at Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site, Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site, Theodore Roosevelt National Park and other sites throughout the country to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service in 2016. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/proposed-budget.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-implement-fee-increase.htm Wed, 28 Jan 2015 03:12:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park has received approval to implement proposed entrance and campground fee increases beginning February 1, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-implement-fee-increase.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2015-bird-count-to-be-held-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Sat, 20 Dec 2014 16:17:00 EST MEDORA, ND: Theodore Roosevelt National Park invites volunteers to participate in the nationwide Audubon Christmas Bird Count on Saturday, December 27, 2014. The event is free. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2015-bird-count-to-be-held-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-proposes-replacement-of-north-unit-communications-tower.htm Mon, 15 Dec 2014 16:32:00 EST MEDORA, ND – Theodore Roosevelt National Park invites the public to provide feedback on a proposal to replace its North Unit communications tower with a shorter one at the same general location. The current tower provides communication functions essential to public safety and efficient park operations. It is located within the park boundary on the east side of Hwy 85 in McKenzie County, just north of the park entrance. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-proposes-replacement-of-north-unit-communications-tower.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/photo-contest-winner-announced.htm Thu, 11 Dec 2014 11:52:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park Photo Contest Winner Announced MEDORA, ND: The National Park Service and the Theodore Roosevelt Nature and History Association announced the winter of the third Annual “Picture Yourself in Theodore Roosevelt National Park” Photo Contest on Saturday. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/photo-contest-winner-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-annual-photo-contest-winner-to-be-announced.htm Fri, 28 Nov 2014 15:47:00 EST Medora, ND – The National Park Service and the Theodore Roosevelt Nature and History Association are pleased to announce that the winning photo has been selected for the annual “Picture Yourself in Theodore Roosevelt National Park” photo contest. The winner will be announced during Medora’s 19th Annual Old Fashioned Cowboy Christmas festivities on Saturday, December 6 at 2:00 p.m. MST in the park’s South Unit Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-annual-photo-contest-winner-to-be-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-population-maintenance-program-resumes.htm Tue, 14 Oct 2014 16:24:00 EST MEDORA, ND: The National Park Service will resume the maintenance phase of the Elk Management Plan in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. A limited number of elk will be removed by park staff beginning October 20 and, if required, the reduction period could extend into late January. Use of volunteers was considered, but will not be necessary during this phase. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-population-maintenance-program-resumes.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/second-annual-dakota-nights-astronomy-festiva.htm Thu, 11 Sep 2014 04:21:00 EST MEDORA, ND: Theodore Roosevelt National Park and Historic Medora invite curious minds of all ages to spend an early autumn weekend exploring our mysterious universe. Park rangers, astronomers, and space enthusiasts of all types will gather for the Second Annual Dakota Nights Astronomy Festival Friday, September 19 through Sunday, September 21. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/second-annual-dakota-nights-astronomy-festiva.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-celebrate-national-park-service-founders-day.htm Tue, 19 Aug 2014 16:33:00 EST MEDORA, ND: The National Park Service will celebrate its 98th birthday on Monday, August 25. Entrance fees will be waived at Theodore Roosevelt National Park, giving visitors a late summer opportunity to enjoy the park free of charge. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-celebrate-national-park-service-founders-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/friends-to-sponsor-elkhorn-ranch-outing.htm Wed, 13 Aug 2014 09:36:00 EST The Friends of Theodore Roosevelt National Park invite the public for a special trip to discover the Elkhorn Ranch on Sunday, August 24. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/friends-to-sponsor-elkhorn-ranch-outing.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-to-host-annual-badlands-star-party.htm Wed, 13 Aug 2014 09:28:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park invites the public to the 30th Annual Badlands Star Party in the park’s North Unit on Friday and Saturday, August 22 and 23. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-to-host-annual-badlands-star-party.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/aerial-spraying-to-control-invasive-weeds.htm Tue, 24 Jun 2014 12:46:00 EST Aerial spraying of herbicide to control Canada thistle and leafy spurge in backcountry areas is expected to begin in Theodore Roosevelt National Park on Wednesday, June 24. Spraying will continue for two to three days, weather permitting, or until approximately 700 acres have been treated. Spraying operations will take place only in the North Unit of the park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/aerial-spraying-to-control-invasive-weeds.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/eab.htm Fri, 23 May 2014 11:17:00 EST In an effort to curb the spread of an insect, the Emerald Ash Borer, Theodore Roosevelt National Park has implemented firewood restrictions for the campgrounds in the North and South Units. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/eab.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/trail-rides.htm Fri, 23 May 2014 03:36:00 EST Summer trail rides will begin in Theodore Roosevelt National Park on Saturday, May 24. Shadow Country Outfitters, the park’s only concessioner, runs the popular horseback riding operation from the historic Peaceful Valley Ranch. The first ride of the season is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. MDT. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/trail-rides.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/life-saving-click-it-or-ticket-mobilization-begins.htm Fri, 16 May 2014 08:11:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park wants to remind motorists to Click It or Ticket. In order to enforce this reminder, park law enforcement rangers will be stepping up enforcement beginning May 19th 2014. Memorial Day weekend kicks off summer vacation season, and we want to ensure that everyone arrives at their destination safe and sound. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/life-saving-click-it-or-ticket-mobilization-begins.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/spring-and-summer-hours.htm Fri, 02 May 2014 12:12:00 EST Spring visitor center hours will be in effect at Theodore Roosevelt National Park beginning on Saturday, May 3, 2014. The South Unit Visitor Center is open daily 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MDT. The North Unit Visitor Center, at the entrance to Juniper Campground, is open on Saturdays and Sundays 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. CDT. The Painted Canyon Visitor Center will open for the season on Saturday, May 3. Hours will be 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MDT. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/spring-and-summer-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/go-wild-during-national-park-week.htm Tue, 15 Apr 2014 11:25:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park invites the public to GO WILD! for nature, history, wildlife, and fun during National Park Week, April 19 - 27. Entrance to the park during this annual nation-wide celebration will be free Saturday and Sunday, April 19 and 20, as the National Park Service is offering free entrance at all of its 401 park units which regularly charge fees. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/go-wild-during-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/emergency-road-repairs-to-begin-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Fri, 04 Apr 2014 17:38:00 EST Emergency road repairs will begin this week, weather permitting, in the North Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/emergency-road-repairs-to-begin-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/prescribed-fires-to-be-conducted.htm Mon, 31 Mar 2014 17:33:00 EST The National Park Service plans to implement prescribed fire projects in Theodore Roosevelt National Park's North and South Units between April 3 and May 20, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/prescribed-fires-to-be-conducted.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/economic-impact.htm Tue, 04 Mar 2014 16:26:00 EST MEDORA, North Dakota – A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 669,242 visitors to Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site, Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site, and Theodore Roosevelt National Park in 2012 spent $39.237 million in communities near these parks. That spending supported 528 jobs in the surrounding areas. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/economic-impact.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/presidents-day-weekend-is-fee-free.htm Mon, 10 Feb 2014 11:55:00 EST To celebrate Presidents Day weekend, Theodore Roosevelt National Park will waive entrance and camping fees February 15-17. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/presidents-day-weekend-is-fee-free.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-waive-fees-for-mlk-day.htm Mon, 13 Jan 2014 07:14:00 EST Start the new year with a visit to a North Dakota national park. Theodore Roosevelt National Park will waive entrance and camping fees for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on January 20. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-waive-fees-for-mlk-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-christmas-bird-count-to-be-held-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Fri, 13 Dec 2013 12:46:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park welcomes volunteers to participate in the nationwide Audubon Christmas Bird Count. The Medora Area Count will take place on Saturday, December 21. Volunteers wishing to take part should meet at the South Unit Visitor Center at 8:00 a.m. MST. Any participants arriving later in the day should stop by the visitor center for guidance https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-christmas-bird-count-to-be-held-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-population-maintenance-efforts-completed-for-the-year.htm Thu, 12 Dec 2013 12:42:00 EST The maintenance phase for managing the elk population in Theodore Roosevelt National Park has been completed for this year. A total of 46 elk were removed by park staff in the park’s South Unit between November 5 and December 5. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-population-maintenance-efforts-completed-for-the-year.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-photo-contest-winner-announced.htm Tue, 10 Dec 2013 13:21:00 EST The National Park Service and the Theodore Roosevelt Nature and History Association announced the win ner of the second Annual “Picture Yourself in Theodore Roosevelt National Park” Photo Contest on Saturday. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-photo-contest-winner-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2013-photo-contest-winner.htm Mon, 02 Dec 2013 03:26:00 EST The National Park Service and the Theodore Roosevelt Nature and History Association are pleased to announce that the winning photo has been selected for the annual “Picture Yourself in Theodore Roosevelt National Park” photo contest. The winner will be announced during Medora’s 18th Annual Old Fashioned Cowboy Christmas festivities on Saturday, December 7 at 2:00 p.m. MST in the park’s South Unit Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2013-photo-contest-winner.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-announces-winter-visitor-center-hours.htm Thu, 31 Oct 2013 16:15:00 EST Winter visitor center hours will be in effect at Theodore Roosevelt National Park beginning on Friday, November 1, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-announces-winter-visitor-center-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-population-maintenance-program-requires-mid-weekd-backcountry-closures.htm Thu, 31 Oct 2013 16:09:00 EST The National Park Service will resume the maintenance phase of the Elk Management Plan in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. A limited number of elk will be removed by park staff from November 5 through December 5. Volunteers will not be necessary during this phase. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-population-maintenance-program-requires-mid-weekd-backcountry-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2013-horse-auction.htm Thu, 19 Sep 2013 09:54:00 EST Feral horses from Theodore Roosevelt National Park are scheduled to be sold at public auction at Wishek Livestock Market inWishek, North Dakota on Saturday, September 28 at 11 am CDT. Approximately 105-110 horses will be sold to reduce the horse population in the national park to about 100 animals. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2013-horse-auction.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/dakota-nights-an-astronomy-festival.htm Tue, 10 Sep 2013 09:36:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park invites curious minds of all ages to spend a crisp autumn weekend exploring our universe. Astronomers, park rangers, historians, and explorers of all kinds will gather for the first Dakota Nights: An Astronomy Festival Friday, September 27 through Sunday, September 29. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/dakota-nights-an-astronomy-festival.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/founders-day-2013.htm Mon, 19 Aug 2013 11:26:00 EST The National Park Service will celebrate its 97th birthday on Sunday, August 25. Entrance fees will be waived at Theodore Roosevelt National Park, giving visitors a chance to enjoy a late summer day in the park free of charge. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/founders-day-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/badlands-star-party-2013.htm Fri, 02 Aug 2013 06:51:00 EST The dark night sky of Theodore Roosevelt National Park’s North Unit is the perfect setting for the annual North Dakota Badlands Star Party on August 9 and 10. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/badlands-star-party-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-unit-visitor-center.htm Tue, 09 Jul 2013 11:30:00 EST The visitor center in the North Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park will be closed this month, and visitor contact functions will be moved to the campground. Unprecedented rains in recent years have caused unstable badlands soils to shift and caused the building to move. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-unit-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/road-construction-to-begin-in-south-unit.htm Fri, 03 May 2013 17:31:00 EST Road construction on the Scenic Drive in Theodore Roosevelt National Park will resume on Monday, May 6. The construction crew will work on the East River Road from Wind Canyon to Beef Corral Bottom. Visitors will encounter single-lane traffic and delays of up to 30 minutes. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/road-construction-to-begin-in-south-unit.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2013-prescribed-fires.htm Thu, 04 Apr 2013 16:47:00 EST The National Park Service plans to implement prescribed fire projects in Theodore Roosevelt National Park's North and South Units between April 1 and June 15, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2013-prescribed-fires.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-maintenance-efforts-complete-for-the-year.htm Tue, 11 Dec 2012 03:55:00 EST The maintenance phase of managing the elk population in Theodore Roosevelt National Park has been completed for this year. A total of 69 elk were removed by park staff between October 30 and December 6. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-maintenance-efforts-complete-for-the-year.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2012-photo-contest-winner.htm Tue, 11 Dec 2012 03:25:00 EST The National Park Service and the Theodore Roosevelt Nature and History Association announced the winner of the first Annual “Picture Yourself in Theodore Roosevelt National Park” Photo Contest on Saturday. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2012-photo-contest-winner.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-management-effort-continues.htm Fri, 09 Nov 2012 14:12:00 EST The National Park Service has removed 21 antlerless elk from the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park in the past two weeks. The park is in the maintenance phase of the Elk Management Plan, after two highly successful elk reduction efforts during 2010-2011. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-management-effort-continues.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/winter-visitor-center-hours.htm Fri, 09 Nov 2012 08:31:00 EST Winter visitor center hours will be in effect at Theodore Roosevelt National Park beginning on Monday, November 12, 2012.The South Unit Visitor Center is open daily 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MST.The North Unit Visitor Center will be open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. CST, and will be open on other days as staffing allows.The Painted Canyon Visitor Center will be closed for the season. Both the North and South Unit Visitor Centers will be closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/winter-visitor-center-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/fee-free-weekend.htm Thu, 08 Nov 2012 08:25:00 EST To commemorate Veterans Day, the National Park Service is offering free admission at all park units Saturday, November 10 through Monday, November 12.Entrance fees will be waived at Theodore Roosevelt National Park, giving visitors one last fee-free opportunity to enjoy the park this year. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/fee-free-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/autopsy-report-reveals-hiker-suffered-heart-attack.htm Thu, 25 Oct 2012 14:41:00 EST An autopsy report released by the North Dakota State Medical Examiner’s Office revealed that Daniel Olszewski, the man who passed away while hiking in Theodore Roosevelt National Park in July, had suffered a massive heart attack, which caused his death. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/autopsy-report-reveals-hiker-suffered-heart-attack.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-population-maintenance-program-requires-mid-week-backcountry-closures.htm Thu, 25 Oct 2012 14:15:00 EST The National Park Service has begun the transition from elk reduction to the maintenance phase of the Elk Management Plan in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. A limited number of elk will be removed by park staff from October 30 through December 6. Volunteers will not be necessary during this phase. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-population-maintenance-program-requires-mid-week-backcountry-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-population-maintenance-program-requires-backcountry-closures.htm Thu, 25 Oct 2012 10:34:00 EST The National Park Service has begun the transition from elk reduction to the maintenance phase of the Elk Management Plan in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. A limited number of elk will be removed by park staff from October 30 through December 6. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-population-maintenance-program-requires-backcountry-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-unit-scenic-drive-to-open-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Thu, 25 Oct 2012 10:25:00 EST Repair and reconstruction of the Scenic Drive in Theodore Roosevelt National Park’s North Unit has been completed and the road will reopen on Friday, October 26 at 9:00 a.m. CDT. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-unit-scenic-drive-to-open-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-to-waive-entrance-fees-on-national-public-lands-day.htm Fri, 21 Sep 2012 16:12:00 EST Free admission will be offered on Saturday, September 29 at Theodore Roosevelt National Park to encourage visitors to enjoy the beautiful fall weather and spectacular badlands scenery. The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees at all national park units for National Public Lands Day. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-to-waive-entrance-fees-on-national-public-lands-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/road-repairs-in-progress-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Fri, 21 Sep 2012 16:07:00 EST Road repairs are in progress in the North and South Units of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/road-repairs-in-progress-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/september-visitor-activities.htm Mon, 10 Sep 2012 05:36:00 EST September visitor center hours are now in effect in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The South Unit Visitor Center in Medora is open daily 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. MDT. Painted Canyon Visitor Center, 6 miles east of Medora off I-94, is open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MDT. The North Unit Visitor Center, located 15 miles south of Watford City on Hwy. 85, is open 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. CDT. All of the park’s visitor centers offer free orientation films, exhibits, publications, and information about the park and the surrounding area. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/september-visitor-activities.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/founders-day-2012.htm Tue, 21 Aug 2012 17:51:00 EST The National Park Service will celebrate its 96th birthday on Saturday. As part of the festivities, Matt Schanandore, an internationally known flutist and storyteller, will present an evening of music and interpretive storytelling at the Cottonwood Campground amphitheater in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park on Saturday, August 25, at 8:30 p.m. MDT. Special ranger-led programs will be presented as well. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/founders-day-2012.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-star-party.htm Tue, 14 Aug 2012 02:45:00 EST A dark night sky is the perfect setting for the North Dakota Badlands Star Party in Theodore Roosevelt National Park’s North Unit. The annual event will be held on August 17 and 18. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-star-party.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/search-concludes-for-missing-hiker-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:35:00 EST The body of Dan Olszewski, 48, of Midlothian, VA has been recovered in Theodore Roosevelt National Park.He had entered the park on Sunday for a day hike and was reported missing on Monday morning. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/search-concludes-for-missing-hiker-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/weekend-programs-to-introduce-families-to-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Sat, 07 Jul 2012 13:14:00 EST Birds, geology, mammals, and more! Theodore Roosevelt National Park invites kids and their families for fun activities on Saturdays and Sundays. Play games, take a hike, and discover the many facets of the North Dakota badlands in these activity filled programs for the whole family. Programs will be offered in the North and South Units of the park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/weekend-programs-to-introduce-families-to-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-celebrates-teddy-bear-picnic-day.htm Sat, 07 Jul 2012 13:01:00 EST Have you ever wondered how the “Teddy Bear” got its name? The Theodore Roosevelt Nature and History Association (TRNHA) invites kids of all ages to its annual Teddy Bear Picnic on Tuesday, July 10 at 1:00 p.m. MDT to celebrate National Teddy Bear Picnic Day. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-celebrates-teddy-bear-picnic-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/military-pass-announced.htm Mon, 21 May 2012 10:23:00 EST To show appreciation for those who serve in the U.S. Military, on May 19 - Armed Forces Day - the National Park Service bagan issuing an annual pass offering free entrance to Theodore Roosevelt and all 397 national parks for active duty military members and their dependents. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/military-pass-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/honoring-our-military-personnel.htm Mon, 21 May 2012 10:03:00 EST To show appreciation for those who serve in the U.S. Military, on May 19 - Armed Forces Day - the National Park Service bagan issuing an annual pass offering free entrance to Theodore Roosevelt and all 397 national parks for active duty military members and their dependents. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/honoring-our-military-personnel.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2012-spring-hours.htm Wed, 28 Mar 2012 08:50:00 EST Beginning April 1, spring visitor center hours will be in effect at Theodore Roosevelt National Park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2012-spring-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-elk-reduction-finished-ahead-of-schedule.htm Thu, 22 Mar 2012 06:08:00 EST The National Park Service is moving into the maintenance phase of the Elk Management Plan in Theodore Roosevelt National Park this fall, after two highly successful elk reduction efforts during 2010-2011. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-elk-reduction-finished-ahead-of-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-selects-new-chief-of-administration.htm Wed, 21 Mar 2012 05:55:00 EST Margaret (Meg) Schwartz has been selected as the new Chief of Administration at Theodore Roosevelt National Park. She was promoted into her new assignment on March 11 after serving as the park’s Budget Analyst for the last eight years. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-selects-new-chief-of-administration.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/christmas-bird-count.htm Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:18:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park welcomes volunteers to participate in the nationwide Audubon Christmas Bird Count. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/christmas-bird-count.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2011-backcountry-closures.htm Tue, 11 Oct 2011 05:35:00 EST Backcountry areas and hiking trails in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park will be closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from October 18 – December 22 to accommodate the park’s elk reduction effort. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2011-backcountry-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/fee-free-day.htm Thu, 15 Sep 2011 08:59:00 EST Free admission will be offered on Saturday, September 24 to encourage visitors to enjoy the beautiful fall weather and spectacular badlands scenery at Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees at all parks for National Public Lands Day. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/fee-free-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/peoples-choice-wilderness-hike.htm Tue, 30 Aug 2011 06:41:00 EST Visitors will choose the destination for a wilderness hike on Sunday, September 4 in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The hike in the park’s North Unit will be the last one of the 2011 summer season. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/peoples-choice-wilderness-hike.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-star-party-explores-the-night.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:08:00 EST A dark night sky is the perfect setting for the North Dakota Badlands Star Party in Theodore Roosevelt National Park’s North Unit. The annual event will be held on August 26 and 27. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-star-party-explores-the-night.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/native-american-flutist-to-offer-special-presentation.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:02:00 EST Matt Schanandore, an internationally known flutist and storyteller, will present an evening of music and interpretive storytelling at the Cottonwood Campground amphitheater in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park on Saturday, August 27, at 8:00 p.m. MDT. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/native-american-flutist-to-offer-special-presentation.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-invites-families-to-junior-ranger-day.htm Wed, 10 Aug 2011 04:12:00 EST Calling all Junior Rangers! Learn how to be the best Junior Ranger you can be by becoming an active steward of the outdoors! https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-invites-families-to-junior-ranger-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-unit-scenic-drive-closed.htm Mon, 08 Aug 2011 06:08:00 EST A portion of the North Unit Scenic Drive in Theodore Roosevelt National Park has been closed due to continued slumping. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-unit-scenic-drive-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/teddy-bear-picnic-to-be-held-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Fri, 05 Aug 2011 09:50:00 EST Teddy Bear Picnic to be Held at Theodore Roosevelt National Park https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/teddy-bear-picnic-to-be-held-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/und-professor-to-discuss-mammals-of-north-dakota-badlands.htm Fri, 05 Aug 2011 06:14:00 EST Dr. Robert Seabloom, Professor Emeritus at the University of North Dakota, will present “Scratchings and Squeakings: Lesser Known Mammals of the North Dakota Badlands” in the South Unit Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/und-professor-to-discuss-mammals-of-north-dakota-badlands.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/volunteers-selected-for-2011-elk-reduction-program.htm Mon, 01 Aug 2011 08:49:00 EST VOLUNTEERS SELECTED FOR 2011 ELK REDUCTION PROGRAM https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/volunteers-selected-for-2011-elk-reduction-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-wilderness-hike-highlights-backcountry-springs.htm Fri, 29 Jul 2011 08:44:00 EST National Park Wilderness Hike Highlights Backcountry Springs https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-wilderness-hike-highlights-backcountry-springs.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-unit-road-restrictions-take-effect.htm Thu, 28 Jul 2011 15:08:00 EST A portion of the North Unit Scenic Drive in Theodore Roosevelt National Park has been reduced to one lane during daylight hours and will be closed at night due to slumping. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-unit-road-restrictions-take-effect.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/dean-wyckoff-as-new-chief-ranger.htm Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:58:00 EST Dean Wyckoff has been selected as the new Chief Ranger for Theodore Roosevelt National Park. He began his assignment on July 17, filling the position previously held by Tom Cox, who retired from the NPS in January. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/dean-wyckoff-as-new-chief-ranger.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/first-teddy-bear-picnic-of-the-year.htm Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:00:00 EST Have you ever wondered how the “Teddy Bear” got its name? The Theodore Roosevelt Nature and History Association (TRNHA) will host a Teddy Bear Picnic on Sunday, July 10 at 1:00 p.m. to celebrate National Teddy Bear Picnic Day. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/first-teddy-bear-picnic-of-the-year.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2011-elk-reduction.htm Fri, 01 Jul 2011 12:46:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park is preparing to accept applications for volunteers to assist with the second year of its elk reduction program. The application itself will be posted on July 9, 2011 but prospective volunteers are highly encouraged to read through Frequently Asked Questions, What to Expect If You Are Selected, and Comments From Last Year’s Volunteers that are now posted on the park’s website at https://www.nps.gov/thro. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/2011-elk-reduction.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/july-wilderness-hike.htm Mon, 27 Jun 2011 13:08:00 EST A trip into the geologic past will be the focus of the third Wilderness Hike of the summer season on Sunday, July 3 in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Backcountry Ranger John Heiser will lead the hike into the petrified forest area of the park’s North Unit, traveling to a remote and seldom visited area of the park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/july-wilderness-hike.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/junior-ranger-day-2011.htm Tue, 21 Jun 2011 08:15:00 EST To celebrate the beginning of summer, Theodore Roosevelt National Park is recruiting Junior Rangers to spend a day discovering the park’s wild inhabitants. Kids and their families are invited to enjoy a Junior Ranger Day on Saturday, June 25. Activities will be held in both the North and South Units of the park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/junior-ranger-day-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/first-day-of-summer-is-free.htm Fri, 17 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST Free admission will be offered on Tuesday, June 21 to entice visitors to enjoy warmer weather and spectacular badlands scenery at Theodore Roosevelt National Park. To celebrate the start of the summer season, the National Park Service is waiving entrance fees at all parks on the longest day of the year. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/first-day-of-summer-is-free.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-packers-needed.htm Mon, 06 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park will continue to implement its successful elk reduction effort in the park’s South Unit, October 11, 2011 through December 23, 2011. Teams of park staff and volunteers tasked with shooting cow elk will again be supported by experienced meat recovery teams (packers). Packers will collect the meat and transport it, using pack horses or mules, to a cold-storage facility within the park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-packers-needed.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-birdwalk.htm Tue, 31 May 2011 20:00:00 EST The Theodore Roosevelt Nature and History Association invites birders of all ages and experience levels to participate in the 57th Annual Bird Walk on Sunday, June 5.The walk will start at 6:30 a.m. MDT in the Cottonwood Picnic Area in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-birdwalk.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/trail-event-2011.htm Tue, 31 May 2011 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, June 4, The Friends of Theodore Roosevelt National Park and park staff will work together to mark some of the backcountry trails in the South Unit for the summer season. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/trail-event-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-conduct-prescribed-fires.htm Sun, 01 May 2011 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service plans to implement prescribed fire projects in Theodore Roosevelt National Park's North Unit between May 1 and May 27, 2011. Prescribed fires are those started by park managers under specific weather and fuel conditions for a particular purpose. Air temperature, humidity, fuel load and moisture, and wind speed and direction are some of the many factors considered in determining whether conditions are favorable to start a burn. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-conduct-prescribed-fires.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/visiting-scholar-to-discuss-roosevelt-and-the-national-parks.htm Tue, 19 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/visiting-scholar-to-discuss-roosevelt-and-the-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-week-2011.htm Tue, 12 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-week-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-management-presentation-being-hosted-by-friends-of-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Sun, 03 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST Elk Management Presentation Being Hosted by Friends of Theodore Roosevelt National Park https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-management-presentation-being-hosted-by-friends-of-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/spring-2011-hours.htm Thu, 24 Mar 2011 20:00:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park Announces Spring 2011 Visitor Center Hours https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/spring-2011-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/eagle-release.htm Thu, 24 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/eagle-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-to-celebrate-presidents-day-weekend-with-roosevelt-film.htm Fri, 11 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-to-celebrate-presidents-day-weekend-with-roosevelt-film.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/friends-of-theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-host-elk-management-presentation.htm Thu, 13 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/friends-of-theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-host-elk-management-presentation.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-waive-fees.htm Tue, 11 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-waive-fees.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/christmas-bird-count-rescheduled-for-january-3-2011.htm Sun, 19 Dec 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/christmas-bird-count-rescheduled-for-january-3-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/holiday-visitor-center-hours-announced.htm Thu, 16 Dec 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/holiday-visitor-center-hours-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-bird-count-to-be-held-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Sun, 12 Dec 2010 19:00:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park welcomes volunteers to participate in the nationwide Audubon Christmas Bird Count on December 19 and 20, 2010. The Medora Area Count will take place on Sunday, December 19. Volunteers wishing to take part should meet at the South Unit Visitor Center at 8:00 a.m. MST on Sunday. The North Unit Count will be held on Monday, December 20. Volunteers should meet at the North Unit Visitor Center at 9:00 a.m. CST. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-bird-count-to-be-held-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-reduction-effort-reaches-halfway-mark.htm Fri, 10 Dec 2010 19:00:00 EST The elk reduction effort in Theodore Roosevelt National Park has reached the halfway mark for the season. To date, 200 elk have been removed from the park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-reduction-effort-reaches-halfway-mark.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/visitor-centers-to-be-closed-on-thanksgiving.htm Thu, 18 Nov 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/visitor-centers-to-be-closed-on-thanksgiving.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-getaway.htm Wed, 17 Nov 2010 19:00:00 EST The badlands hills rise one after another, revealing strata of colors: taupe and tan, red-brown, blue-gray. Earth here is a hybrid—hills like camel humps, tiger-striped by their rock layers—through which a smooth silver river glides. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-getaway.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-fees-waived-for-veterans-day.htm Mon, 08 Nov 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-fees-waived-for-veterans-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/south-unit-backcountry-and-hiking-trails-to-be-closed-midweek.htm Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST Backcountry areas and hiking trails in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park will be closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from October 19 – January 20 to accommodate the park’s elk reduction effort. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/south-unit-backcountry-and-hiking-trails-to-be-closed-midweek.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-celebrates-national-public-lands-day-with-free-admission.htm Tue, 21 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST Free admission will be offered Saturday, September 25 to celebrate National Public Lands Day at Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees at all park units on that day. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-celebrates-national-public-lands-day-with-free-admission.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/september-5-wilderness-hike.htm Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST Visitors will choose the destination for a wilderness hike on Sunday, September 5 in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The hike in the park’s North Unit will be the last one of the 2010 summer season. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/september-5-wilderness-hike.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-hold-junior-ranger-night-sky-adventure.htm Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park is recruiting Junior Rangers for an afternoon and evening of adventure and discovery. Kids ages 5 through 12 and their families are invited to the last Junior Ranger Family Fun Day of the summer season on Saturday, August 28. Participants will learn about the night sky and explore our solar system. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-hold-junior-ranger-night-sky-adventure.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/volunteers-selected-for-elk-reduction-program.htm Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST Letters are in the mail to 240 potential volunteers who will assist Theodore Roosevelt National Park with its elk reduction program this fall and winter. Packets were mailed on Tuesday to a fraction of the people who had applied to volunteer for the program. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/volunteers-selected-for-elk-reduction-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-bird-walk-and-breakfast-to-be-held-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Sat, 29 May 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-bird-walk-and-breakfast-to-be-held-in-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-wilderness-hike-highlights-the-spring-season.htm Fri, 28 May 2010 20:00:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park will usher in the summer season with the first in a series of Wilderness Hikes on Sunday, May 30. This springtime outing will highlight early wildflowers, a symphony of sounds as migratory birds return to their favorite nesting areas, and newborn wildlife. Backcountry Ranger John Heiser will leas the hike into the park's North Unit wilderness to observe the sights and sounds of the season. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-wilderness-hike-highlights-the-spring-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-junior-ranger-day-activities-scheduled-in-parks-north-and-south-units.htm Thu, 15 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST Junior Ranger Day activities are scheduled for 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. MDT at the South Unit’s Cottonwood Picnic Area and at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. CDT at the North Unit’s Juniper Picnic Area on April 24, 2010. Park rangers will host one-hour programs about the park’s wildlife and the many clues animals leave behind, including a guided hike and scavenger hunt. Participants will earn a Junior Ranger Day patch and certificate upon completion of the activity. Participation is free and the regular entrance fee will not be charged to enter the park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-junior-ranger-day-activities-scheduled-in-parks-north-and-south-units.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-waive-fees-during-national-park-week.htm Thu, 15 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-waive-fees-during-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-conduct-spring-prescribed-fires.htm Thu, 08 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST If the weather cooperates, the National Park Service plans to implement prescribed fire projects in Theodore Roosevelt National Park's South, North and Elkhorn Ranch Units between April 12 and May 24, 2010. Three burn units of varying sizes are planned to be burned at the South Unit, one 5 acre unit at the Elkhorn Ranch site, and two units totaling 800 acres at the North Unit. No closures are expected to result from prescribed fire activity. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-conduct-spring-prescribed-fires.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-hire-local-youths.htm Fri, 02 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park invites local youths to become members of the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) to work in the park this summer. Participants will work in the areas of maintenance and resource conservation and will have opportunities to learn about careers in the National Park Service. YCC positions are available in the North Unit, which is 15 miles south of Watford City, and in the South Unit, which is located near Medora. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-to-hire-local-youths.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-announces-spring-visitor-center-hours.htm Tue, 30 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST Beginning April 1, spring visitor center hours will be in effect at Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The South Unit Visitor Center is open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MDT. Barring unforeseen inclement weather, the Painted Canyon Visitor Center, located on I-94 east of Medora, will open for the season; hours will be 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MDT. The North Unit Visitor Center will be open 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. CDT. All will be open daily, with expanded hours Memorial Day through Labor Day. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-announces-spring-visitor-center-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-mp-eis-released.htm Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:00:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park has released its final Elk Management Plan/Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). The purpose of the EIS is to disclose the alternatives considered for managing elk numbers in the park, including the preferred alternative, and their impacts on the human environment. The EIS identifies a preferred alternative which primarily would involve park employees leading teams of volunteer shooters to reduce the elk herd in the South Unit of the park. An on-line version of the final document is available to the public on the National Park Service planning website at https://parkplanning.nps.gov/thro. Hard copies will be available soon. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-mp-eis-released.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/winter-adventures-scheduled-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Mon, 01 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST Adventurous visitors will have the opportunity to get outdoors for some fresh air and exercise on three Saturdays in February, when park rangers lead guided snowshoe and cross country ski treks in the North Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The special programs will be held on February 6, 13, and 20 at 1 pm CST. The 90 minute activities will focus on the winter landscape and the ways that wildlife has adapted to winter in the badlands. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/winter-adventures-scheduled-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-bird-count-2009-results.htm Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-bird-count-2009-results.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-dakota-national-parks-visitor-centers-to-be-closed-on-upcoming-holidays.htm Wed, 16 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST The visitor centers at Theodore Roosevelt National Park and Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site will close at noon MST on Thursday, December 24 through Friday, December 25 and will also be closed on January 1, 2010. Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site will close in its entirety at 1:30 p.m. CST on December 24 through 25 and on January 1. All facilities will reopen for regular business hours on December 26 and January 2, respectively. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-dakota-national-parks-visitor-centers-to-be-closed-on-upcoming-holidays.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/volunteers-needed-for-annual-bird-count.htm Tue, 08 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park is looking for volunteers to participate in the nationwide Audubon Christmas Bird Count. The Medora Count will take place on Saturday, January 2, 2010, starting at 8:00 a.m. Mountain Time at the South Unit Visitor Center of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The North Unit Count will be held on Sunday, January 3, 2010, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Central Time at the park’s North Unit Visitor Center.  https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/volunteers-needed-for-annual-bird-count.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/nuroadconst2009complete.htm Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/nuroadconst2009complete.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-public-lands-day.htm Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST Help Us Make America's Best Idea Even Better! Join Theodore Roosevelt National Park on September 26 for a Day of Service and Celebration Be part of an unprecedented event on September 26 when Theodore Roosevelt National Park and national parks across the country invite you to make America's Best Idea - the national parks - even better. Presented by the National Park Service and National Park Foundation it will be a special day of service and celebration for visitors and volunteers to experience their parks and catch a sneak preview of Ken Burn's new documentary The National Parks: America's Best Idea premiering on PBS on September 27. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-public-lands-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/portion-of-north-unit-road-to-be-closed-for-chip-seal-work.htm Sat, 05 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST A portion of the North Unit Scenic Drive in Theodore Roosevelt National Park will be closed for three days beginning Tuesday, September 8. Entrance fees in the North Unit will be suspended while the road is closed. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/portion-of-north-unit-road-to-be-closed-for-chip-seal-work.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-prairie-dog-acreage-down.htm Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST The numbers of the acres of prairie dogs have decreased significantly this year in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-prairie-dog-acreage-down.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-unit-hosts-presentation-on-bats.htm Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Bats fly through the night at Theodore Roosevelt National Park devouring flying insects. Visitors can learn the "bat basics" from Erin Gillam, PhD, at 9 p.m. CDT on Saturday, August 29 in the Juniper Campground amphitheater in the park's North Unit. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-unit-hosts-presentation-on-bats.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-will-offer-peoples-choice-wilderness-hike.htm Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST The last wilderness hike of the season in the North Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park is scheduled for Sunday, September 6. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/national-park-will-offer-peoples-choice-wilderness-hike.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/native-american-flutist-to-offer-special-presentation-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Sun, 16 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Matt Schanandore, an internationally known flutist and storyteller, will present an evening of music and interpretive storytelling at the Cottonwood Campground amphitheater in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park on Saturday, August 29, at 8 p.m. mountain time. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/native-american-flutist-to-offer-special-presentation-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/end-of-summer-season-brings-fee-free-weekend-and-teddy-bear-picnic-to-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST The last chance this year to enjoy a weekend at Theodore Roosevelt National Park without paying an entrance fee will be Saturday and Sunday, August 15 and 16. As a special treat, a Teddy Bear Picnic will be held on Saturday at 1:00p.m. MDT. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/end-of-summer-season-brings-fee-free-weekend-and-teddy-bear-picnic-to-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/public-comment-invited-on-elk-management-theodore-roosevelt-national-park-identifiles-preferred-alternative.htm Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has released a preferred alternative addressing elk management at Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The proposal calls for reducing the elk herd in the park from the current level of about 900 animals to a sustainable level between 100 and 400 animals using qualified NPS staff to lead teams that include skilled volunteers. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/public-comment-invited-on-elk-management-theodore-roosevelt-national-park-identifiles-preferred-alternative.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-star-party-explores-the-night-sky-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST A dark night sky is the perfect setting for the North Dakota Badlands Star Party in the North Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The annual event will be held this year on August 21 and 22. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/annual-star-party-explores-the-night-sky-at-theodore-roosevelt-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/junior-ranger-family-fun-day.htm Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park is recruiting Junior Rangers. Kids ages 5 through 12 and their families are invited to Junior Ranger Family Fun Day on Saturday, August 1 for a lively adventure in the park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/junior-ranger-family-fun-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-schedules-public-meetings-on-elk-management-plan.htm Tue, 10 Feb 2009 19:00:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park has scheduled public meetings to provide information and take comments on the park’s Draft Elk Management Plan/Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). The goal of the public meetings and the public comment period overall is to gather comments from the public regarding the DEIS’s adequacy in addressing the purpose, need and objectives, environmental issues of concern, and the sufficiency of the overall analysis.  https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-schedules-public-meetings-on-elk-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-elk-population-estimated-to-be-less-than-900.htm Sun, 01 Feb 2009 19:00:00 EST Theodore Roosevelt National Park's annual aerial elk survey was completed January 20-22, 2009, recording an estimated 878 elk in the South Unit of the park. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/park-elk-population-estimated-to-be-less-than-900.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-environmental-impact-statement-out-for-review-and-comment.htm Tue, 16 Dec 2008 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/elk-environmental-impact-statement-out-for-review-and-comment.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/christmas-bird-counts-to-be-held-in-the-badlands.htm Sun, 14 Dec 2008 19:00:00 EST Observers and assistants are needed to participate in the annual Christmas Bird Counts in the North Dakota badlands. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/christmas-bird-counts-to-be-held-in-the-badlands.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/gov-hoeven-proclaims-october-2008-theodore-roosevelt-month.htm Tue, 14 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST North Dakota Governor John Hoeven has proclaimed October 2008 Theodore Roosevelt month in honor of TR's 150th birthday. He also proclaimed October 27 as Theodore Roosevelt Day. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/gov-hoeven-proclaims-october-2008-theodore-roosevelt-month.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-unit-road-closure.htm Sun, 21 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST The last 7 miles of the North Unit's Scenic Drive are temporarily closed for road repair. The closure is expected to last through October 2008. https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/north-unit-road-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-turns-60-years-old.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/thro/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-national-park-turns-60-years-old.htm