Americans Want Transparency with National Parks

A new poll found about 90% of Americans—including 89% of hunters—support protecting wildlife in national parks.  The poll showed a need for communication on hunting rules, endangered species recovery, and how to cut down on wildlife-vehicle collisions.  Bart Melton of the National Parks Conservation Association says the Interior Secretary issued an order directing agencies not to make changes without public input…

“NPCA is not opposed to those practices in the parks where they’re allowed.  However, we do want robust public process when decisions are made about allowing new hunting and trapping practices in parks.”