https://www.nps.gov/wotr News releases from Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts. en-us https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/prescribed-fire-planned-at-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm Fri, 05 Apr 2024 11:51:00 EST The National Park Service is preparing to conduct a small, prescribed fire at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts the week of April 8, depending on weather conditions. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/prescribed-fire-planned-at-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm https://www.nps.gov/rocr/learn/news/seven-ways-to-get-outside-around-d-c-this-national-park-week.htm Wed, 19 Apr 2023 12:59:00 EST Join national parks in the D.C. area for National Park Week! This annual celebration of the more than 400 national parks across the country starts April 22. https://www.nps.gov/rocr/learn/news/seven-ways-to-get-outside-around-d-c-this-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/reducing-deer-numbers-and-removing-invasive-plants-are-key-to-long-term-forest-health.htm Tue, 04 Apr 2023 07:20:00 EST Most forests in eastern United States national parks are at risk due to browsing by overabundant white-tailed deer and crowding by invasive plants, according to a National Park Service (NPS) study published in the journal Ecological Applications. https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/reducing-deer-numbers-and-removing-invasive-plants-are-key-to-long-term-forest-health.htm https://www.nps.gov/nace/learn/news/eight-ways-to-celebrate-women-s-history-month-in-your-nearby-national-parks.htm Tue, 28 Feb 2023 11:30:00 EST Join the National Park Service (NPS) this March for eight Women’s History Month events. National parks in the D.C. area invite the public to visit, celebrate and learn about the many stories of women’s history that happened right here in the nation’s capital! https://www.nps.gov/nace/learn/news/eight-ways-to-celebrate-women-s-history-month-in-your-nearby-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/ken-bigley-selected-as-superintendent-of-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm Mon, 03 Oct 2022 08:49:00 EST National Park Service National Capital Regional Director Kym Hall has named Ken Bigley as the new superintendent of Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts. As superintendent, Bigley will work with the park’s longstanding partner, Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts, to provide state-of-the-art, memorable performing arts experiences at the Filene Center and family-friendly activities at the Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/ken-bigley-selected-as-superintendent-of-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/prescribed-fire-planned-this-month-at-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm Fri, 11 Mar 2022 05:00:00 EST The National Park Service is preparing to conduct a small prescribed fire at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts the week of March 14 or March 21, depending on weather conditions. The planned fire will be smaller than one acre, located in the circle parking area in front of the Filene Center. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/prescribed-fire-planned-this-month-at-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts-will-update-park-management-plan-to-enhance-the-visitor-experience.htm Mon, 10 Jan 2022 05:22:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) in cooperation with the Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts, has completed the Environmental Assessment for the Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts Management Plan. To better meet the needs of current and future visitors, we will implement several updates to the park’s general management plan—the plan that guides park management decisions. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts-will-update-park-management-plan-to-enhance-the-visitor-experience.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-comments-on-plan-to-enhance-the-experience-at-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm Thu, 18 Nov 2021 05:49:00 EST To better meet the needs of current and future visitors, we’ve proposed several changes to the park’s general management plan—the plan that guides park management decisions. You’re invited to submit your feedback from Nov. 18 through Dec. 30. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-comments-on-plan-to-enhance-the-experience-at-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-input-on-future-improvements-at-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm Thu, 13 May 2021 07:21:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) and our partner, Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts, want to hear from you as we plan for the future of Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-input-on-future-improvements-at-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/explore-dc-s-national-parks-with-a-new-free-app.htm Thu, 03 Sep 2020 09:20:00 EST Heading to a Washington, DC, national park this Labor Day weekend? Download the free DC Area National Parks App in the Apple and Google Play stores to find, explore and learn about parks in the Washington, DC, area. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/explore-dc-s-national-parks-with-a-new-free-app.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/wolf-trap-introduces-new-digital-girl-scout-ranger-program.htm Mon, 10 Aug 2020 05:51:00 EST Girl Scouts across the country can now learn about women's history and celebrate 100 years of the 19th Amendment through Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts' new digital Girl Scout Ranger Program. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/wolf-trap-introduces-new-digital-girl-scout-ranger-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/national-capital-area-parks-are-modifying-operations-to-implement-local-health-guidance.htm Sat, 28 Mar 2020 09:09:00 EST In response to public health guidance issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state health departments in Virginia and Maryland and in the District of Columbia, and local health departments in the counties of Alexandria, Va., Allegheny, Md., Arlington, Va., Fairfax, Va., Frederick, Md., Jefferson, W.Va., Loudon, Va., Montgomery, Md., Prince George, Md., Prince William, Va., and Washington, Md., the National Park Service (NPS) has implemented additional facility closures to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).   https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/national-capital-area-parks-are-modifying-operations-to-implement-local-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/national-parks-in-the-national-capital-area-modify-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm Fri, 20 Mar 2020 09:47:00 EST WASHINGTON – National parks in the greater Washington area are modifying their operations to promote social distancing and implement the latest guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and local and state authorities. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/national-parks-in-the-national-capital-area-modify-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/celebrate-the-founder-of-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm Mon, 24 Feb 2020 05:49:00 EST Explore the life and lasting legacy of Mrs. Catherine Filene Shouse, who was the powerful force behind the creation of the nation's only performing arts park. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/celebrate-the-founder-of-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/wolf-trap-to-host-three-job-fairs-this-winter.htm Mon, 16 Dec 2019 05:26:00 EST Learn about seasonal positions, meet park staff, and jump start your career with the National Park Service! https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/wolf-trap-to-host-three-job-fairs-this-winter.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts-a-nature-park.htm Tue, 15 Oct 2019 09:46:00 EST Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts introduces new nature-based programming to highlight its trails and other natural features. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts-a-nature-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/national-park-service-plans-first-ever-prescribed-fire-at-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm Thu, 05 Apr 2018 10:30:00 EST National Park Service plans first ever prescribed fire at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/national-park-service-plans-first-ever-prescribed-fire-at-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/national-park-service-to-combat-invasive-plants-in-dc-area-national-parks.htm Thu, 16 Mar 2017 07:22:00 EST National parks in and around Washington, DC, provide some of the area’s best opportunities to experience our nation’s history and enjoy nature. However, some unwelcome plant visitors threaten the long-term health and beauty of parks in the national capital region. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/national-park-service-to-combat-invasive-plants-in-dc-area-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/jobfairs2017.htm Mon, 05 Dec 2016 06:49:00 EST Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, the only national park dedicated to the performing arts, will hold three fairs regarding summer employment and volunteer opportunities for 2017 season. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/jobfairs2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-comments-on-invasive-plant-management-plan-for-national-capital-region-parks.htm Tue, 10 May 2016 11:01:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is accepting public comments on an Invasive Plant Management Plan and Environmental Assessment (plan/EA) for 15 national parks in the greater Washington D.C. region through June 9, 2016. Comments are accepted online or by mail. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-comments-on-invasive-plant-management-plan-for-national-capital-region-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/step-behind-the-scenes-of-the-filene-center-at-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm Thu, 17 Mar 2016 07:09:00 EST Join us for a rare backstage tour and see where your favorite performers prepare for the stage! Ranger-led tours of the Filene Center at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts offer a sneak-peek at artist dressing rooms, rehearsal spaces, and the headliner performers’ room, known as the green room. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/step-behind-the-scenes-of-the-filene-center-at-wolf-trap-national-park-for-the-performing-arts.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-comments-on-invasive-plant-management-plan-for-15-national-capital-region-parks.htm Mon, 11 May 2015 07:41:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is accepting public scoping comments on an Invasive Plant Management Plan and Environmental Assessment (plan/EA) for 15 national parks in the greater Washington DC region. The plan/EA will identify long-term strategies to reduce impacts and threats from invasive plants, and will provide opportunities for restoring native plant communities and historic landscapes. Comments are being accepted through June 10, 2015 and can be submitted online. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-comments-on-invasive-plant-management-plan-for-15-national-capital-region-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/Economic-Benefit-Generated-from-National-Park-Tourism-in-the-National-Capital-Region.htm Thu, 23 Apr 2015 05:47:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report for 2014 shows that the spending of nearly 38 million visitors to national parks in the National Capital Region resulted in 14,957 jobs and contributed more than $1.4 billion to the region’s economy. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/Economic-Benefit-Generated-from-National-Park-Tourism-in-the-National-Capital-Region.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/DC-Parks-Join-FYP.htm Mon, 06 Apr 2015 05:16:00 EST National capital region parks join national parks, programs and partners across the country to encourage everyone to find their park and share their stories online at FindYourPark.com. To inspire area residents to find their park and to help engage a new generation of park stewards, area parks will offer fee free days on April 18 and 19. Several area parks will also offer special programs throughout National Park Week, which runs April 18-26, and on National Junior Ranger Day, April 18. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/DC-Parks-Join-FYP.htm https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/washington-area-national-parks-make-nationally-unprecedented-investment-in-energy-conservation.htm Thu, 23 Oct 2014 04:17:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is investing $29 million in 81 individual energy efficiency and water conservation projects at national parks throughout the greater Washington region. This unprecedented commitment to reducing energy use and generating energy from renewable sources is the largest to-date among the nine bureaus in the Department of the Interior. https://www.nps.gov/wotr/learn/news/washington-area-national-parks-make-nationally-unprecedented-investment-in-energy-conservation.htm