Isle Royale National Park News
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Become an Isle Royale Summer 2024 Teen Artist
December 17, 2024 | 8:29 am
Applications for Isle Royale National Park's 2025 Teen Artist Exploration will be accepted between January 2 and February 16, 2025. This artistic discovery is geared to all aspiring teen artists who want to develop their art through experiencing wilderness. It is open to all visual and performing artists, writers, and composers ages 13 to 18 at time of summer participation.
Apply to Become a Summer 2025 Artist-In-Residence at Isle Royale National Park
December 13, 2024 | 11:00 am
The Isle Royale Artist-in-Residence Program offers writers, composers, and visual and performing artists the opportunity to capture the moods and magic of Isle Royale through artistic expression. Applications for Isle Royale National Park's 2025 Artist-in-Residence Program will be accepted January 2 through February 16, 2025. Each 2 - 3 week residency provides artists the opportunity to become part of a long-established tradition of interpreting national parks through art.
Isle Royale National Park Announces Key Updates for Commercial Use Authorizations
September 23, 2024 | 10:21 am
Isle Royale National Park is pleased to announce the opening of the Commercial Use Authorization (CUA) application period for the 2025 and 2026 Seasons. Beginning November 1, 2024, commercial operators offering guided land-based tours, including backcountry trips, day hikes, and educational/photography workshops, can apply for a two-year CUA through our updated online CUA portal.
Experience the Online Isle Royale Wilderness Adventure
September 18, 2024 | 9:56 am
In celebration of September National Wilderness Month, Isle Royale National Park invites you to explore the Isle Royale Wilderness Adventure, a new online experience for kids on www.nps.gov/isro.
Backpacker Dies While Hiking at Isle Royale National Park
August 14, 2024 | 1:53 pm
On Monday, August 12, a female backpacker died while hiking near Lake LeSage at Isle Royale National Park after she experienced a sudden onset of medical complications.
Join Family Day Aboard Ranger III, Thursday, August 22, 2024
August 8, 2024 | 9:33 am
On August 23, 2024, join Isle Royale National Park and Kaleidoscope for RANGER III Family Day. Families may reserve space aboard one of two free, hour-long scheduled waterway cruises. As space is limited, even though there is no cost for the cruise, reservations are required.
National Park Service Releases Final Environmental Impact Statement for Wilderness Stewardship Plan at Isle Royale National Park
August 2, 2024 | 1:28 pm
A Notice of Availability for the Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Wilderness Stewardship Plan at Isle Royale National Park is now available. The Wilderness Act of 1964 requires wilderness to be managed in a way that preserves its character. In keeping with the law, the Wilderness Stewardship Plan and EIS identify three options, or alternatives, the park could take to manage wilderness areas.
Isle Royale National Park Opens New Marine Debris Exhibit
July 31, 2024 | 8:50 am
Isle Royale National Park, with support from NOAA's Marine Debris Program, has opened a new exhibit on June 3, 2024, in the Rock Harbor Auditorium, highlighting the impact of marine debris on the park and Lake Superior. The exhibit, curated and designed by eco-artist Mariah Reading with contributions from Adrienne Wallner and David Mainero, aims to educate visitors through art and interactive installations.
Recreational SCUBA Diving Fatality at Isle Royale National Park
July 26, 2024 | 1:26 pm
On Thursday, July 25, 2024, a SCUBA diving fatality occurred in Lake Superior waters of Isle Royale National Park.
Isle Royale National Park Implements New Food Storage Guidelines To Reduce Human – Wildlife Interactions
July 13, 2024 | 9:40 am
In response to wolves accessing human food and garbage in and around Rock Harbor and campgrounds located on the east end of the island, Isle Royale National Park is implementing new food storage guidelines to ensure the safety of visitors and wildlife. Campgrounds currently affected are Rock Harbor, Three Mile, Lane Cove, Daisy Farm, Moskey Basin, Duncan Bay, Duncan Narrows, and Merritt Lane. The park compendium provides park-specific regulations and will be updated and available online the week of July 15. Visitors are reminded that feeding wildlife is prohibited.