Great Basin

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From the 13,063-foot summit of Wheeler Peak to the sage-covered foothills, a stunning diversity of the larger Great Basin region unfolds. Enjoy the solitude of the wilderness, walk among ancient bristlecone pines, bask in the darkest of night skies, and explore mysterious subterranean passages. There’s a lot more than desert!

Address and Phone 100 Great Basin National Park, Baker, NV, 89311 775-234-7331
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David Kroese, author of “The Centennial: A Journey Through America’s National Park System,” reveals the hidden gems of the National Park System with Western National Parks Association’s regional program manager, Caroline Lochner. “The Centennial: A Journey Through America’s National Park System” details David’s compelling explorations of 387 national parks in 360 days. The story continues through December 2017, when he becomes one of fewer than fifty people known to have visited all 417 national parks. Experience the inherent marvels within America’s unique landscape and fascinating history, revealed in engaging context, poetic descriptions, and heartfelt appreciation. This book is available for purchase from http://store.wnpa.org.

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Contemporary Climate History and Climate Change Impacts in Great Basin National Park

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Meadow and Lake-Sediment Based Reconstructions of Holocene Fire Histories for Sub-Alpine and Montane Ecosystems in Great Basin National Park

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Sourdough-making Demonstration 05-18-2022 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM Free May 18 - Sourdough-making Demonstration by Abe Johnson, 2:00 pm at Baker Hall in Baker, NV. Baker Hall is a public building in Baker, Nevada located next to the church.

Astronomy Program 05-25-2022 08:00 PM - 10:00 PM Free Great Basin National Park offers astronomy programs in the park at the Astronomy Amphitheater each Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday during the summer and fall. Attendance to this program is limited a Please walk down to the Astronomy Amphitheater from the Lehman Cave Visitor Center parking lot. Program is first come first served and is limited by parking at the Lehman Caves Visitor Center.

Astronomy Talk 06-08-2022 08:30 PM - 10:30 PM Free Great Basin National Park offers astronomy programs in the park at the Astronomy Amphitheater each Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday during the summer and fall. Attendance to this program is limited a Please walk down to the Astronomy Amphitheater from the Lehman Cave Visitor Center parking lot. Program is first come first served and is limited by parking at the Lehman Caves Visitor Center.

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