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July 08, 2009
Panther Creek Fire Update III
This is the last Panther Creek Fire update pending further fire activity. Firefighters hiked the Panther Creek Trail July 6 to the base of the fire. Through their on scene work, it was determined that the fire is 139.7 acres in size. The fire, following a steep drainage, has burned down to Panther Creek. The cool, rainy weather has greatly slowed fire growth.

July 06, 2009
Panther Creek Fire Update II
The fire is approximately 123 acres in size and is burning in a heavily forested area in extremely steep terrain on the east flank of Ruby Mountain above Panther Creek. During the Independence Day weekend, hot, dry weather caused the fire to grow downhill towards Panther Creek. A weather system moved through the region late July 5 and was predicted to bring lightning and light rain. The lightning did not materialize though temperatures cooled and humidity rose keeping the fire cool.

July 04, 2009
Panther Creek Fire Update
The Panther Creek Fire located within Ross Lake National Recreation Area, was detected on June 28 and was started by lightning during a series of electric storms that moved through the area earlier in the month. The fire is burning in extremely steep terrain on the east flank of Ruby Mountain above Panther Creek. The fire is approximately 123 acres in size and is burning in a heavily forested area. The fire is expected to grow through the holiday weekend as we experience hot and dry weather.

June 29, 2009
Cascade River Road Open for the Season
The Cascade River Road is open to the Cascade Pass Trail parking area. The Cascade Pass Trail is a great day hike with spectacular views of peaks and glaciers. The trail climbs steadily to the pass, with views of peaks such as Eldorado, Johannesburg, Magic, Mixup and McGregor. This trail provides the shortest and easiest access in the park to the alpine environment.

June 24, 2009
Missing Hiker Found in North Cascades
A missing hiker was found on Sunday afternoon in North Cascades National Park when he walked out of the backcountry under his own power after six nights in the Cascade Pass area of the park. He made a successful attempt to find his way down a creek drainage to the Cascade River Road and to the rescue crews stationed at the Eldorado parking area.

June 18, 2009
New Vintage Busses Heading to Stehekin
New 'vintage' busses inspired by the charm of early 20th century vehicles that once roamed the Stehekin Valley are heading to Stehekin. The busses have a vintage look but also contain modern amenities such as large touring windows and a windowed ceiling, comfortable seating, and the ability to "kneel" for easy entry. "These busses make a great addition to the Stehekin experience," explained North Cascades National Park Complex Superintendent Chip Jenkins.

June 16, 2009
The North Cascades are Calling: Get Involved
The North Cascades Are Calling! Be Involved: Volunteer The North Cascades are calling and there are numerous opportunities for you to become involved as a park volunteer.  Opportunities exist along the North Cascades Highway corridor and in Stehekin. “Volunteers are integral to park operations,” explained North Cascades National Park Complex Superintendent Chip Jenkins. “And volunteering is a fun way to be healthy and outside with friends and family while surrounded by the beauty of the North Cascades.”

June 12, 2009
Summer Speaker Series
Free Summer Speaker Series begins Saturday, July 11. Inspired by the forthcoming September airing on PBS of the six-part documentary series, The National Parks: America’s Best Idea, North Cascades National Park Complex presents a free summer speaker series at Newhalem Creek Campground Amphitheater. The lineup includes conservationists, authors, professors, and park resource professionals.

May 29, 2009
North Cascades Environmental Learning Center Recieves LEED Silver Award
The North Cascades Environmental Learning Center – a uniquely designed and constructed facility created by the partnership of Seattle City Light, North Cascades National Park and the North Cascades Institute – has earned the U.S. Green Building Council’s "Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design" or LEED® Silver certification. The award was presented at the celebration and free picnic on May 30th at the NC Environmental Learning Center.

May 19, 2009
Best Ideas for Summer fun in the North Cascades
North Cascades National Park Complex Shares Best Ideas for Summer Fun: The North Cascades are calling and inspired by the forthcoming September airing on PBS of the six-part documentary series, The National Parks: America’s Best Idea, North Cascades National Park Complex has five best ideas for you. "Summer is a great time for family fun in your park," explained North Cascades National Park Complex Superintendent Chip Jenkins.

May 11, 2009
North Cascades NPSC welcomes Spring Artist in Residence to Stehekin
The North Cascades National Park Complex Artist-in-Residence program hosts artist Heather Biermann to Stehekin for the month of May. Heather works with botanical dyes and practices photography, printmaking, bookmaking and the occasional poem.

April 29, 2009
North Cascades National Park Welcomes Spring
North Cascades National Park Complex welcomes spring visitors. Spring is the time to visit North Cascades National Park Complex to witness an explosion of valley wildflowers and waterfalls raging from snowmelt. This is also the time to see birds migrating and wildlife emerging from winter dens.

April 24, 2009
Bridge installed over the North Fork of the Cascade River
On April 14, a new bridge was installed on Cascade River Road to provide summer access to Cascade Pass. North Cascades National Park maintenance crews, with the assistance of two local construction companies, successfully installed a new bridge on the Cascade River Road over the North Fork of the Cascade River.

April 16, 2009
The North Cascades are Calling: Celebrate National Park Week
North Cascades National Park Complex celebrates National Park Week with an invitation to explore, learn, and care for your national park through stewardship programs. Experience the natural splendor of the North Cascades, meet interesting people, and contribute to the well being of the park next week and throughout the summer with opportunities that blend recreation, education, and restoration.

February 17, 2009
Climate Friendly Parks workshops in Washington National Parks
Climate friendly partnerships kick off with workshops that include local government, scientists, park staff and others in climate discussions and action plan proposals. Washington’s three national parks, Mount Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic National Parks will host diverse groups of community leaders, scientists and business people at three Climate Friendly Park workshops to be held this month.

February 12, 2009
North Cascades NP Glaciers on Seattle Public Television
The glaciers of North Cascades National Park and the scientists who study them will be the topic of the next edition of KCTS 9 Connects with Enrique Cerna which will air Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 10:30 a.m.