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In the West, when a territory chose statehood, the federal government deeded land to the new state. This land was bound in a state trust to be leased or used to generate income for public education, state government, and other […]
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School Trust Lands
The state school trust consists of land assets and funds generated from the land assets. By state constitutional mandate, the assets must generate income for the beneficiaries—Wyoming’s public schools. The trust lands are used commercially, producing income from leases for
Importance
Wildlife Habitat The Antelope Flats Parcel provides vital habitat for many species of wildlife.This tract of land lies in the path of a primary migration route for pronghorn, bison, and for the largest elk herd in the world. It is
Trail Talk: A look into Grand Teton’s Youth Conservation Program – Week One
This week marked the first week of the 2016 Youth Conservation Program. Learn what happened in our first edition of this summer’s Trail Talk.
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Wyoming Governor Matt Mead & Interior Secretary Sally Jewell Agree to Conserve State School Lands in Grand Teton National Park
In the agreement announced by Governor Mead and Secretary Jewell, the State of Wyoming will provide the National Park Service until December 31, 2016 to acquire the remaining state school sections within Grand Teton National Park. Grand Teton National Park Foundation and the DC-based National Park Foundation have launched a $23 million private fundraising campaign to help the National Park Service purchase the Antelope Flats tract.
Stephen P. Adamson, Jr. Outdoor Fund 2016 Scholarship Recipients
Stephen Adamson was an attorney who was passionate about wild places, outdoor adventure, and Grand Teton National Park. Through a sponsorship fund established in his honor, we celebrate his life by giving young people a chance to do meaningful work in Grand Teton.
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Jenny Lake Update: What to Expect this Summer
The summer of the National Park Service centennial will mark the third year of construction for Inspiring Journeys: A Campaign for Jenny Lake—our gift to Grand Teton National Park in celebration of this historic milestone. This summer it will be increasingly obvious that construction is underway at Jenny Lake.
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VIDEO: Research Protects Grand Teton’s Wildlife
Grand Teton is part of one of the largest, intact temperate ecosystems in the world. In this unique setting, a robust predator-prey system operates much as it has for thousands of years, providing opportunities for ecological research seldom rivaled around the globe. Watch our latest video highlighting Foundation-funded research projects that are currently underway in Grand Teton National Park!
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National Trails Day: Celebrating Trails in Grand Teton
Join us on June 4th for National Trails Day, the largest celebration of trails in the United States! Grab your boots, work gloves, and a friend and come up to the park for our annual volunteer project to improve some of the trails we love.
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Wildlife Whereabouts: A time of year we love—pups, calves, and cubs!
Bison, elk, moose, and bears are just some of the animals giving birth this month. Birds are on nests incubating eggs. Fish are spawning in spring creeks. Learn more in our latest edition of Wildlife Whereabouts!
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Adventure Journal: 10 Necessities for your Summer Pack
If you are going on a hike, make sure you are prepared for whatever weather might come your way. Conditions in the Tetons can change rapidly, from sunny and warm one minute, to rain or even snow the next. Always check the forecast before you leave home! Read more for suggested items to carry in your pack!
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Celebrating the Centennial: Grand Teton National Park in Art
Grand Teton National Park in Art, an extraordinary exhibit at the National Museum of Wildlife Art celebrating the centennial of the National Park Service, is now open through September 8th.
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