Top Ten Earthquakes in the U.S. Nov 26, 2008
Lituya Bay is a fjord located in southeastern Alaska in the Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. The earthquake spawned a massive tsunami in the Bay and several landslides. (Suite101.com)
Most Alaskan Glaciers Retreating, Thinning, Or Stagnating Oct 7, 2008
(Credit: Photos courtesy of the National Snow and Ice Data Center and Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve Archive, and Bruce Molnia/USGS). Related Stories. (Science Daily)
Alaska's national parks combat invasive plants Sep 11, 2008
Whitney Rapp is invasive species coordinator at Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve and data manager for the Alaska Exotic Plant Management Team. She lives in Gustavus. (Juneau Empire)
Inaugural Big Expedition for Cancer Research Encounters Mountain As Challenging As Finding a Cure for Cancer Jul 8, 2008
The team of four professional mountaineers on the Big Expedition for Cancer Research has recently returned from Alaska's Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve after reaching the 7,800-foot level of an unclimbed, unnamed peak, as part of a national awareness campaign for the importance of cancer research. (Photo: ) This groundbreaking effort was more like cancer research than anyone expected it to be. (PR Newswire)
Cruise ship with 51 people on board grounds in Alaska Jul 8, 2008
In this photo provided by the National Park Service, the cruise ship the Spirit of Glacier Bay, is shown after it ran aground in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in Alaska ... In this photo provided by the National Park Service, the cruise ship the Spirit of Glacier Bay, is shown after it ran aground in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in Alaska. (Sydney Morning Herald)
3-day cruise ends in middle of Alaskan bay Jul 8, 2008
In this photo provided by the National Park Service, the cruise ship the Spirit of Glacier Bay, is shown Monday, July 7, 2008, after it ran aground in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in Alaska. Offbeat stories. (AZCentral -- News)
Lovitt: Avoid combat tourism May 23, 2008
The Spirit of Glacier Bay, formerly known as the Spirit of Nantucket, has been repositioned to Juneau where it will offer three- and four-night cruises to Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. The ship spends two days in the park, surrounded by icebergs, glaciers and towering peaks. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Cruise West Introduces Family Friendly Fares on Glacier Bay Highlights Cruises Feb 12, 2008
SEATTLE, Feb. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Cruise West, the leader in small-ship cruising, offers multi-generational groups and families the opportunity to connect while exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural wonderland of Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in Alaska. Special pricing for kids ages 18 and under is available on all 2008 Glacier Bay Highlights departures, with savings of up to 75 percent off adult fare in a AAA cabin or 50 percent off the adult fare in a category A or AA... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The A-list of Alaska spring cruises Jan 19, 2008
National Parks Service via AP Two humpback whales swim by a cruise ship in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in Alaska. On May 19, the Island Princess sets sail from Vancouver on a weeklong northbound journey toSkagway, Juneau, Ketchikan Peninsula and Whittier as the final destination with a day at sea and cruising time around the Glacier Bay and the College Fjord. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Cruise West Offering Early Booking Savings on Alaska Inside Passage Jan 9, 2008
All Cruise West Alaska sailings visit the majestic Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve as well ... The itinerary also cruises in Frederick Sound, known for its whale viewing, and Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve ... Cruising round trip from Juneau from May through early September, the itinerary explores the World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. (PR Newswire)
Alaska scenes adorn White House tree Dec 19, 2007
One of those ornaments was painted by Margaret Hazen, an employee at Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in Southeast Alaska. "We were just given a plain gold ball and we could basically do anything we wanted to it," Hazen said. (Anchorage Daily News)
Park Service veteran leaves sun, swamps Oct 29, 2007
Despite slight reservations about leaving the sunny warmth of Florida, Cherry Payne said she is looking forward to her new assignment as superintendent of Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. She and her husband, Bob, are "still pinching ourselves.". (Anchorage Daily News)
Whale protection program brings more visitors to Alaska Oct 19, 2007
ANCHORAGE, Alaska Visitors to Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve were in for a treat this summer: A record number of humpback whales were sighted either in Glacier Bay or in waters just outside the stunning marine wilderness in southeast Alaska ... his undated photo provided by the National Parks Service photographed under the authority of a National Marine Fisheries Service Permit No. 945-1776 show two humpback whales swimming by a cruise ship in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Program helps protect Alaskan humpbacks Oct 19, 2007
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) -- Visitors to Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve were in for a treat this summer: A record number of humpback whales were sighted either in Glacier Bay or in waters just outside the stunning marine wilderness in southeast Alaska. The 3. (The Advocate)
Protecting whales in Alaska from ships Oct 19, 2007
ANCHORAGE, Alaska - Visitors to Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve were in for a treat this summer: A record number of humpback whales were sighted either in Glacier Bay or in waters just outside the stunning marine wilderness in southeast Alaska. ADVERTISEMENT. (Yahoo News)
Whales and tourists both increase in Glacier Bay area Oct 15, 2007
Two humpback whales swim by a cruise ship in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in Southeast Alaska ... Visitors to Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve were in for a treat this summer. (Anchorage Daily News)
Mom and Pop Whitman focus on Alaskan rain forest Oct 2, 2007
5 per cent makes up Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. The remaining 16. (Weymouth News, MA)
Closing out summer Sep 7, 2007
Kayaking in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. Not only does the setting look gorgeous, but the funky little town of Gustavus seems to be a great place to relax after a week's worth of camping and kayaking in the park. (Anchorage Daily News)
New Home, New Name for Cruise West's Spirit of Nantucket Jul 12, 2007
Next year, the 102-guest ship will ply the waters of Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, and, given this itinerary, the name will be officially changed to Spirit of Glacier Bay. A rechristening will occur in Seattle spring 2008 before the ship sails to Alaska. (PR Newswire)
Alaska trying to entice springtime tourists May 8, 2007
In an effort to jumpstart the tourism season, visitors are being offered discounts for accommodations near Denali National Park and Preserve in Interior Alaska, and inside Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in Southeast Alaska. Denali is the fifth most popular tourist destination in Alaska, followed by Glacier Bay. (CNN -- Travel)
Princess to Deploy Five Ships Across Gulf of Alaska in 2008 Apr 25, 2007
With eight ports of call and a full day of cruising Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, this itinerary is perfect for the traveler who wants the most Alaskan cruise available. Voyage of the Glaciers passengers can choose from a variety of three- to nine-night land packages to create a comprehensive 10- to 16-night land/sea vacation in the heart of "The Great Land." All Princess Alaska tours offer at least two nights at either Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge or Mt. McKinley Princess... (Canada Newswire)
Don't forget about spring in Alaska Apr 25, 2007
In an effort to start the tourism season early, visitors are being offered discounts for accommodations near Denali National Park and Preserve in Interior Alaska and inside Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in Southeast Alaska. Denali is the fifth most popular tourist destination in Alaska, followed by Glacier Bay. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Both lose when cow moose collides with helicopter Mar 6, 2007
3 million-acre Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. Rapid glacial retreat cleared the way for moose migration from the Haines area to Gustavus in the mid-1960s. (Anchorage Daily News)
Parks may get multi-million dollar cash infusion Feb 8, 2007
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve -- $436,000 to restore a supervisory park ranger position and add seasonal interpretation and maintenance staff ... Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve ($436,000) Add seasonal interpretation and maintenance staff. (Anchorage Daily News)
