The National Park Service turns 100 on August 25, 2016, and we’re inviting visitors of all ages to join in the celebration throughout the month! With special events across the country, and free admission to all 412 national parks from August 25 through August 28, the National Park Service is encouraging everyone to #FindYourPark /…
Jensen, UT & Dinosaur, CO – The National Park Service invites visitors of all ages to join in the celebration of its 100th birthday throughout the month of August. With special events across the country, and free admission to all 412 national parks from August 25 through August 28, the NPS is encouraging everyone to…
Jensen, Utah – Monument staff, volunteers and community partners will host an open house from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM onSaturday, August 13 at the historic homestead of Josie Bassett Morris found at the end of Cub Creek Road in Dinosaur National Monument. Partners in this event include the Western Heritage Museum, Uintah County Library,…
Hi all! August 3rd has been planned for our annual late summer INHA and Interp staff BBQ. Please plan to attend. It will be held at the Split Mountain boat ramp (turn left) and it will be a “bring something to share” affair. Burgers and Dogs will be provided. Bring your own beverage and chair…
You may have noticed an “N” on your schedule. Monday, August 1st, is our day to count the inventory. At the Quarry Visitor Center, things can be counted in the store room and the postcard cabinet early in the day–then late, maybe 1/2 – 1 hours before closing time, we can start counting in the…
Blubandoo cooling headwear and accessories contain non-toxic polymer crystals that quickly expand to a gel when immersed in water. Blubandoo products quickly dry to the touch, but stay hydrated, keeping the wearer cool (due to the slow gel evaporation) for several hours, even days, before completely drying and returning to their original shape. They are…
Staff: Remind Antler Hunters that Collecting is Not Allowed in National Monument COLORADO & UTAH – Gathering shed antlers is a popular and lucrative activity for many people – with antlers used for items ranging from chandeliers, to knife handles, to dog chews. It is that time of year again for monument staff to remind antler…
Why does the Vernal Equinox happen? The equinox occurs because of the tilt of the Earth in relation to the Sun. This is what causes the seasons. The Earth’s tilt is 23.5 degrees relative to the plane of its orbit and means that, although one revolution of the planet takes 24 hours, it’s different depending…
A Leap Day, February 29, is added to the calendar during leap years. This extra day makes the year 366 days long – not 365 days, like a common year. When Is the Next Leap Day? 2016 is a leap year, so the next leap day is February 29, 2016. The last Leap Day was on February…