Summer 2009
Resource Management News. 2009. (2). Klasner F, Pfeiffenberger J, Sholly K (ed). Summer 2009. April
Summer is a busy season in Kenai Fjords National Park. Snow melts; bears emerge from their dens; work sites become accessible; and park staff, partners, and visitors arrive. This spring the park marks the passing of 20 years since the Exxon Valdez oil spill of 24 March 1989. The event and aftermath remain a pivotal experience in park management. The Resource Management program at the park encompasses all aspects of management, research, planning, and learning. This newsletter provides a few examples of what we anticipate doing in 2009 including: assessing environmental conditions and monitoring for change; protecting cultural resources such as archeological and historical features; compiling a history of the park; managing our information; providing for visitor experiences while maintaining natural processes; and encouraging best management practices for resource protection and visitor enjoyment. This year also brings many changes to the National Park Service. As this newsletter is being prepared, economic recovery legislation has the potential to address a host of long-standing issues—from rectifying safety concerns at abandoned mine lands to providing improved visitor facilities. While it is uncertain what will become of these specific projects at Kenai Fjords, it is certain that 2009 will be another year to learn about, share, enjoy, and protect our National Parks. We hope you enjoy reading about our activities and look forward to seeing you in the field!
- Type
- Newsletter Issue
- Authors
- Klasner, Fritz; Pfeiffenberger, Jim; Sholly, Kristy
- Date of Issue
- 2009-04
- Units
- KEFJ
- Keywords
- activities, Field, Management, office, plans, Resource