There’s no better time to reconnect with the land than spring in the Badlands. To mark National Park Week, Theodore Roosevelt National Park is opening its gates—literally—with free admission on April 19 and a trio of events that invite all ages to explore, learn, and lend a hand. Whether you’ve got curious kids, sturdy hiking
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North Dakota lawmakers are stepping up to protect a treasured symbol of the state’s heritage. The Legislature has approved a resolution urging Congress to establish federal protections for the wild horses at Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Supporters argue that the nearly 200 horses are not just a tourist attraction but also a vital part of
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I read a news story about some of the February 2025 firings of North Dakotans working for the federal government. Last summer I attended the 50th anniversary celebration at Knife River Indian Villages, one of the most important National Park Service sites in North Dakota, where visitors learn myriad lessons of the indigenous people of
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A career in the National Park Service is often built over decades—but what happens when that future is cut short? The Trump administration’s mass firing of 1,000 probationary employees, along with deep budget cuts, has sent shockwaves through the agency. Former park superintendents warn that these cuts will ripple far beyond lost jobs, impacting visitor
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THE INTERNATIONAL PEACE GARDEN in the Turtle Mountains of northern North Dakota and southern Manitoba was dedicated on July 14, 1932, as a lasting memorial to peaceful relations between the United States and Canada.
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North Dakota lawmakers are advancing a bill to form an advisory group focused on managing the wild horse herd at Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The group, comprising 10 members including legislators and various stakeholders, aims to address issues like birth control measures and the potential removal of horses. Recent controversies over aggressive birth control methods
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If you’ve been longing to explore the breathtaking vistas of Theodore Roosevelt National Park, patience is required for a little longer. Repair efforts on the Scenic Loop Drive postpone the full experience of the South Unit until next summer. The loop has been undergoing significant repairs since a dramatic road collapse five years ago. When
Read & Share sourced from: InForumIf you’re not aware, the horses in Teddy Roosevelt Park have been in the news because of the possibility of removing them from the park. You’ve got through today to add your own comments for consideration by the National Park Service. Yesterday, Governor Burgum added his on behalf of all of us. Read the full
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Horses or no horses? That’s the question the National Park Service is currently asking with regards to the wild livestock the runs the badlands of Teddy Roosevelt National Park. The reason the Park Service is asking: they’re not sure their mandate to preserve and conserve native ecosystems aligns with having horses in the park. But
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The National Park Service has been studying the livestock including wild horses in Teddy Roosevelt National Park; they can’t find a natural reason within the Park Service’s mandate for them to remain. It’s an issue that, now exposed, is riling up citizens. They’re reached out to state legislators for support. Adrienne Oglesby with KX News
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Removal of at least some of the horses and other non-natural livestock in Teddy Roosevelt National Park is a likely outcome of a pending action from the National Park Service. Jackie Jahfetson with the Bismarck Tribune has the full story linked below, but it boils down to this: The Park Service sees its mission as
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After a session of politicking, it looks like the legislature and the Governor are inching toward a solution that would see dollars — to be used for operation — delivered to the Teddy Rooosevelt Library project. Jack Dura with the Bismarck Tribune has the story.
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Managing the size of TRNP’s elk herd is a nearly annual process. This year, park officials expect to take approximately thirty animals — mostly females — as they contribute most to reproduction in the park.
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The ND Humanities Council inaugural ‘Think Outside’ Event is set for next weekend. The event will combine daytime hiking and mountain biking with night-time philosophical discussions on the importance of place. Jenny Schlect with the Bismarck Tribune has more.
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More than a hundred animals were gently rounded up Tuesday morning at the North Unit of Teddy Roosevelt National Park and put through a barrage of tests to confirm their health. The animals are set to be relocated around the country including to several Native American tribes; in part to help ensure genetic diversity among smaller herds.
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