Weather warnings issued for area highways (587) Nov 18, 2009
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 12:35 PM PST The Oregon Department of Transportation has issued warnings due to winter weather driving conditions on Highway 62 at Crater Lake National Park, Highway 138 and Highway 140 at Lake of the Woods. Multiple crashes were reported at about 8 a.m. today near the intersection of Highway 140 and Dead Indian Memorial Road. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Park projects in line for fundsFunding approved for Cascade-Siskiyou Monument, Crater Lake visitor center Oct 31, 2009
The bill includes $350,000 for Crater Lake National Park to renovate an old building in Rim Village into a new visitors center. Reader Comments. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Global Warming May Spur Increased Growth In Pacific Northwest Forests Oct 21, 2009
Mountain view at Crater Lake National Park, Oregon. Global warming in the next century could cause a significant increase in the productivity of high-elevation forests of the Pacific Northwest, a new study suggests. (Science Daily)
More people visited Crater Lake, Lava Beds this summer (114) Oct 12, 2009
Sunday, October 11, 2009 8:08 AM PDT Crater Lake National Park and Lava Beds National Monument saw more visitors this year compared to last year. Crater Lake National Park spokesman Michael Justin said the number of visitors in July and August increased from 267,000 in 2008 to 304,000 in the same months this year. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Prescribed burn postponed at Crater LakePark service to wait until forecasts are more favorable Oct 10, 2009
Friday, October 9, 2009 8:06 PM PDT A prescribed burn planned at Crater Lake National Park this week has been postponed because of unfavorable wind and smoke forecasts, according to a press release from the National Park Service. Fire managers will continue to monitor weather, fuels and smoke forecasts and may implement the fire when winds are more favorable for controlling the fire and less likely to bring smoke to Klamath Falls. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Before the snow flies Oct 3, 2009
Crater Lake National Park. Crater Lake National Park, home of the deepest lake in the United States, is still open for hikers, fishermen and scenic photographers. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Former Crater Lake Ranger named as director of the National Park ServiceJon Jarvis worked at Crater Lake from 1983-1986 Sep 30, 2009
Tuesday, September 29, 2009 8:13 PM PDT Jon Jarvis, a Crater Lake National Park ranger in the 1980s, has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the National Park Service s director. Jarvis is the first trained scientist to manage the NPS, which has 391 park units that drew more than 275 million visitors last year. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
AFTERNOON NEWS ROUNDUP First snow at Crater Lake National Park Controlled burn at Moore Park School sports and budget cuts Sep 30, 2009
First snow at Crater Lake National Park Controlled burn at Moore Park School sports and budget cuts ... First snow: Crater Lake National Park receives its first snow of the season. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Smoke to linger today Sep 25, 2009
According to the Department of Environmental Quality, the Klamath Falls area and Crater Lake National Park were at unhealthy air quality levels Thursday afternoon. At this level, people may start to get scratchy throats, coughs, irritated sinuses, headaches, runny noses and stinging eyes, said Bonnie Hough, Department of Environmental Quality natural resource specialist. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Burliss: Sea to shining sea Sep 3, 2009
After calling this home for two nights it is again hard to say goodbye but we look ahead to our ride on horseback en route to Crater Lake National Park. We stumble upon a beat-up working ranch where we have the ride of our lives. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Riding the rails to Sacramento Aug 30, 2009
He exults about Crater Lake National Park, which he and the Hassenmillers visited before he was dropped off at the Amtrak depot. That was amazing, Graf says of the lake. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Burliss: This side of summer Aug 26, 2009
But how extravagant it seems now for my kids and me to fly out to Oregon s Crater Lake National Park to be with my brothers, how lonely since my parents can no longer join us, and how since I d never have guessed this year the kids go back to school before Labor Day our plane won t be touching down in time. These thoughts gang up on me in my bed and I find myself reaching for the one with the loosest grip. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
A plan for the parks Aug 22, 2009
He previously worked at Crater Lake National Park for 11 years. A plan for the parks. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Wildfire season appears under controlFire crews in Klamath and Lake counties continue to monitor previous fires Aug 21, 2009
The two largest fires are the Well Fire, 26 miles north of Summer Lake, which has burned 325 acres, and the Desert Ridge Fire in Crater Lake National Park, which has burned 276 acres but is under control, according to reports from the Klamath Falls Interagency Fire Center. The fire warning level remains extreme. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Crater Lake Park is special; keep helicopters away Aug 13, 2009
Wednesday, August 12, 2009 11:33 PM PDT Let s hope that the drum beat of opposition to tourist helicopter flights over part of Crater Lake National Park continues. Opposition has been building to the proposal by Leading Edge, a Bend company that provides flights over parts of Deschutes County, to fly over a portion of the Rim Road from Beaver Marsh airport in northern Klamath County. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Lighting up the night skyTwo events offered in the Basin for viewing the Perseids meteor shower Aug 10, 2009
I ve seen the spilling meteors from the backyard of my Klamath Falls home and, one glorious year, at Crater Lake National Park ... Two Perseids meteor shower parties, complete with stargazing experts from the Southern Oregon Astronomy Club and telescopes, will be offered at Crater Lake National Park. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
U.S. court halts new timber roads Aug 10, 2009
What the Forest Service is proposing on the doorstep of Crater Lake National Park is harmful, unnecessary and illegal, said Doug Heiken of the environmental group Oregon Wild. Partin, of the timber industry group, countered that the project would reduce the risk of wildfire and insect infestation. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
RIM RUNS: Local youth dominate 6.7-mile run Aug 9, 2009
Sunday, August 9, 2009 12:32 AM PDT CRATER LAKE NATIONAL PARK Youth served notice Saturday morning. Led by a solid run by Mazama senior Kirby Garlitz, local runners dominated the 6. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Extra pair pays off in Crater Lake Rim RunsNew kicks: Marathon champion uses brothers shoes Aug 9, 2009
Sunday, August 9, 2009 12:32 AM PDT CRATER LAKE NATIONAL PARK Even though Justin Karr had finished his competition earlier Saturday, the 20-year-old from Tigard played a major role in determining the winner of the 34th annual Crater Lake Rim Runs marathon. I ran with my little brother s shoes, winner Nicolas Karr said. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
RIM RUNS: Henley grad cruises to 13-mile victory Aug 9, 2009
Sunday, August 9, 2009 12:32 AM PDT CRATER LAKE NATIONAL PARK I like this run. Those were the words of David Carruth and Camelia Mayfield, the male and female winners of the Crater Lake Rim Runs half-marathon. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Williams Creek fire at 3,000 acresPortion of Highway 138 remains closed Aug 2, 2009
A 10-mile section of Highway 138, which connects the Umpqua Valley with Diamond Lake and Crater Lake National Park, has been closed since the middle of the week. Reader Comments. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Thursday morning almanac-Two small wildfires reported Wednesday-Ore. governor to sign consumer protection bills-Baby cut from mom's womb is found; woman arrested Jul 31, 2009
The Copeland fire was reported in Crater Lake National Park at about 2 p.m. 16 miles southwest of Diamond Lake. It was started by lightning. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Tuesday morning almanac-High temperatures and high fire danger expected-Spin Meter: 'Help Wanted' counting stimulus jobs-7 NC men charged as international "jihad" group Jul 29, 2009
Two continue to burn in the Crater Lake National Park. A third fire was reported Saturday on Stukel Mountain and burned one-quarter of an acre. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Should tourist flights by helicopters be allowed over part of the rim in Crater Lake National Park? Jul 29, 2009
Should tourist flights by helicopters be allowed over part of the rim in Crater Lake National Park. Tuesday, July 28, 2009 10:12 AM PDT A Bend company wants permission to make as many as 300 helicopter flights a year over part of the Rim area for sightseers. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Helicopter tours at Crater Lake? Thats a bad ideaLet park remain as much of a sanctuary as it can Jul 26, 2009
Sunday, July 26, 2009 12:17 AM PDT Let s just say no to helicopter flights over Crater Lake National Park. We should be super cautious about doing anything that affects the wilderness qualities embodied in Crater Lake National Park. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Editorial: Crater noise? Jul 25, 2009
A company based in Bend wants permission to fly sightseers over Crater Lake National Park. The main question is: What harm would it do. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Wednesday morning almanac-Two fires monitored at Crater Lake National Park-Nearly 22,000 in Ore. need new vaccinations-Obama may have to wait for health care passage Jul 23, 2009
-Two fires monitored at Crater Lake National Park-Nearly 22,000 in Ore ... Local: Two fires burning in Crater Lake National Park continue to be monitored by fire crews. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Midge madness begins Jul 18, 2009
Hay worked for 11 years at Crater Lake National Park and would commute from Klamath Falls every day, driving through midge swarms to and from work ... Michael Justin, a spokesman for Crater Lake National Park, lives in Klamath Falls and commutes every morning at about 5:45 a.m. and returns in the afternoon. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Former First Lady Laura Bush visiting Crater LakePlans likely include participating in ranger-guided activities Jul 10, 2009
Thursday, July 9, 2009 5:16 PM PDT Former First Lady Laura Bush is visiting Crater Lake National Park. As part of a tour of Southern Oregon with friends, Bush was scheduled to arrive at the park tonight and reportedly will stay until Saturday morning. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Burliss: Scheduling the unscheduled Jul 9, 2009
I want to go out on my brother, Mark s new old Chris-Craft on Lake Winnipesauke, spend more time in Kennebunk at my in-laws , visit my college roommate in Vermont, see my dad compete in the Senior Olympics at Stanford University, kayak in the Rangeley lakes, and hike through Crater Lake National Park in Oregon. But then all the boxes will be filled in. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Legislation would build Crater Lake visitor centerBill passes House, moves to Senate Jul 2, 2009
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 10:53 AM PDT A bill that could lead to Crater Lake National Park, the nation s sixth oldest national park, having its first-ever visitor center cleared the House of Representatives. It moves next to the U.S. Senate. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Crater Lake's Rim Drive opens at noon todayRanger-guided boat tours start Thursday Jul 1, 2009
Craig Ackerman, Crater Lake National Park s superintendent, said visitors can enjoy views of the lake from several vista points and picnic areas, including the Pumice Castle, Phantom Ship, Watchman and Cloudcap overlooks and the North Junction. In addition, ranger-guided two-hour boat tours of the lake are expected to open Thursday with seven tours per day. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Public Safety Jun 18, 2009
5:51 p.m., medical, Crater Lake National Park Mazama Campground. 6:21 p.m., medical, 1000 block Pine Street. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Useless Knowledge: Park it here for parks quiz Jun 16, 2009
Crater Lake National Park; 13. Biscayne National Park; 14. (Montana Standard, MT)
Crater Lake's north entrance opensRim Drive expected to be clear of snow by mid-July Jun 2, 2009
Monday, June 1, 2009 3:40 PM PDT The North Entrance road at Crater Lake National Park opened to motorists today. Opening of the road makes it easier for northbound and southbound travelers to visit the park without having to backtrack. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
• Northwest lawmakers back guns in national parks May 21, 2009
"Basically in Oregon, the situation that pertains in all public lands in Oregon would now pertain to Crater Lake National Park," the state's only national park, he said. "What you could carry today in Mount Hood National Forest, or wilderness or any BLM lands, you now can carry in Crater Lake," DeFazio said, referring to lands controlled by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, or BLM.. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Crater Lake Lodge opens for seasonEfforts to clear snow from Rim Drive continue May 21, 2009
Wednesday, May 20, 2009 3:23 PM PDT The Crater Lake Lodge at Crater Lake National Park opens today for the season. Also open at the park, which still has significant snow, is the Rim Caf; and Gift Shop from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Who put the fish in Crater Lake? Mar 22, 2009
Crater Lake National Park: A History. Corvallis: OSU Press, 2002; Gulick, Bill. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
