"This book focuses on the American system of National Parks wherein the people of the United States own and protect mountains, deserts, forests, wetlands, tundra and tropical reefs."--Preface.
Contents
National monument issues -- National park management -- National park system : establishing new units -- National parks, national legacy -- A compendium of questions and answers relating to wild and scenic rivers -- Recreation on federal lands -- Snowmobiles : environmental standards and access to national parks -- National Park Service : special park use fees -- Summary of park centennial strategies -- The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act and federal water rights.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
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