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Thrilled to death

Article Abstract:

There have been deaths from dangerous sports in US national parks which have to decide on which sports should be banned. Enthusiasm for these sports is increasing, and they can be seen on cable TV. There are 370 national parks which have some autonomy in deciding on their rules. The death of Jan Davis in the Yosemite National Park follows her attempt to show that parachuting from Yosemite cliffs was a safe activity, and it has shown that this is not the case.

Safety and security measures, Outdoor recreation

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Managing paradise: national parks

Article Abstract:

The most staggering task facing the new Interior Secretary Bruce Babbitt is the management of the US national park system. He must reconcile the original purpose of the park system, the preservation of the nations wild areas, with the increasing crush of tourists.

Environmental policy, Babbitt, Bruce, United States. National Park Service

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Freelance conservationists

Article Abstract:

Private nature reserves are playing an increasingly vital part in protecting endangered species. Governments should encourage such reserves as part of their overall conservation strategy.

Endangered species, Nature conservation

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