Preserving the Depths of Mammoth Cave National Park

American Hiking Society volunteers joined National Park Service staff at Mammoth Cave National Park to restore trails, protect fragile cave systems, and clean up the Green River. Through hands-on conservation and exploration, they helped preserve the world’s longest cave system and its surrounding landscapes for future generations.

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A Hikers Guide to the Government Shutdown (Updated Sept. 2025)

Your bags are packed, the car is loaded, and you are about to set off on a nice outdoor getaway to enjoy some hiking and fresh air when you hear then news that the government has shut down and you may not be able to access your favorite trail. Don’t fear, you can likely still go out and enjoy your hike, but you will be more limited in where you can go, what resources will be available, and who will be there to assist you.

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