Death Valley Natural History Association March e-Newsletter
Death Valley NP
Additional Roads Reopened & Other Updates
The NPS recently reopened 195 miles of roads in Death Valley NP, repaired after flood damage from Hurricane Hilary. Emergency repairs included clearing debris and restoring Emigrant Canyon Road as well as 174 miles of unpaved roads, thanks to the team of NPS operators and contracted workers. The FHWA’s Emergency Relief for Federally Owned Roads (ERFO) program and the NPS Disaster Supplemental Fund funded the project. While repair work continues, the focus shifts to unpaved roads in other park sectors. Upcoming contracts, supported by the ERFO program, aim for road repairs and erosion controls to mitigate future flood damage.
In Death Valley NP, an unusual amount of rain—4.9 inches over six months—created a shallow lake (informally known as Lake Manly) in Badwater Basin, which is usually a dry salt flat. This event offered a brief kayaking opportunity. However, from February 29 to March 2, strong winds pushed the lake further away and spread it out, making it too shallow for kayaking and more challenging to reach. Because of this, the park had to close the lake to kayaking to prevent environmental damage from footprints and boat tracks in the mud, which could last for years. Death Valley NP encourages visitors to explore its unique landscape responsibly, staying on designated paths to protect the environment.
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Ash Meadows NWR
Join Us for Junior Refuge Ranger Day!
Come join us for Junior Refuge Ranger Day on March 30, 2024.
This event is the perfect opportunity to learn about environmental stewardship and the importance of protecting natural ecosystems! This exciting day is packed with interactive, educational, and fun-filled activities designed to inspire the next generation of wildlife protectors and nature lovers.
DATE: Saturday March 30, 2024, 10 am-1pm.
LOCATION: Ash Meadows Visitor Center, 8757 E Spring Meadows Rd, Amargosa Valley, NV 89020.
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Education ● Preservation ●
Mission
Preserving and interpreting the natural and cultural resources of the Death Valley region in cooperation with our government partners:
Death Valley National Park and Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge
