Central Park’s party-pooper rules baffle New Yorkers — with bubbles, balloons and ‘active sports’ off limits
This will cause the bubble to burst. Bubbles, balloons, tables and chairs, and even tug-of-war are off-limits at the celebration in Central Park, an unflattering ordinance that has left parents perplexed. Parents are speaking out about the arcane rules that must be followed when larger numbers of people gather. than 20. “I received permission for […]
Disney removes ‘problematic’ character from meet-and-greets — and no, it’s not the park’s cross-dressing Evil Queen
Disney has reportedly been working on having cross-dressers play the roles of certain iconic female characters in its parks in recent years. Apparently, the company, increasingly synonymous with box office bombs, seized the opportunity to steal at least one more female role at Magic Kingdom from its actresses. That’s Tinker Bell. Meanwhile, the company is […]
NY judge tosses order restricting transgender players from using county-run parks
An order restricting transgender athletes from using county parks and stadiums in Long Island, New York, was struck down by a judge Friday after a challenge from a roller derby league. In February, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman issued an executive order denying park permits to girls’ teams, leagues and organizations that allow transgender female […]
Your guide to Virginia travel: From theme parks to national parks
Virginia’s motto, “Virginia is for lovers,” captures only part of its charm. The state offers a wide range of activities to suit the needs of solo travelers, groups of friends, and families. Virginia is home to historical treasures such as Colonial Williamsburg, Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, and George Washington’s Mount Vernon. Top Texas Attractions for the […]
Disney guests who lie about disabilities to cut long lines will face lifetime bans from both parks
The happiest place on earth is to bring the hammer down. Walt Disney World on Tuesday updated its policies to crack down on guests who lie about having a disability in an effort to reduce the park’s notoriously long lines. Anyone caught cheating on the Disability Access Services (DAS) program will be permanently banned from […]
New Yorkers flock to streets, parks and even a cemetery to secure best spots ahead of solar eclipse
New Yorkers are flocking to city streets with their heads facing the sun to watch Monday’s partial solar eclipse. From Manhattan’s Union Square to the Bronx Zoo to Brooklyn’s Greenwood Cemetery, the borough’s biggest appleers have already begun flocking to the city’s green spaces to secure the best seats possible ahead of the afternoon event. […]
California home to America’s most polluted national parks: report
Four California parks have been named the most polluted in the nation in a new environmental study. Sequoia National Park and Kings Canyon National Park are the most polluted parks based on unhealthy levels of haze pollution, as well as frequent threats of drought and wildfires, according to a National Park Conservation Association (NPCA) report. […]
Funding cuts are pushing our national parks to the breaking point
I worked for the National Park Service for 41 years, working in program offices, battlefield sites, and large national parks such as Shenandoah, the Great Smoky Mountains, and Yosemite. I retired nearly 11 years before he did and became an advocate and member of the American National Parks Conservation Coalition, where I currently serve as […]
Maryland national parks see 1st cases of ‘zombie deer disease’
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US judge stands firm against New Mexico governor’s firearm restrictions in parks
A U.S. District Court judge has upheld New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham's decision to block some of her public health orders. The blocked order was intended to end the right to carry firearms in many public parks in the Albuquerque area. Judge Keir Riggs denied the governor's request to keep in place a temporary […]