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NRTI as we knew it is no more, and I don't know what will happen in the future. Technically, I'm still employed by the College, though am enjoying a paid hiatus, and working on everything I couldn't work on when I was spending 70 hours a week running the Program, like cleaning up from the tornado that hit, what, 7 years ago now? I'm also commissioned with a nearby county agency, actually answering to one of the more popular instructors, so I'm still trying to keep my hand in.

I'll continue to post information and news from grads and friends, and also want to keep current with LE news and references.

My College phone and e-mail are pretty much out of service, so I'll be setting up yet another account , so we can stay in touch.

Friday, January 29, 2010

Ice Causes Flooding In Park

NIOBRARA NATIONAL SCENIC RIVER
Ice Causes Flooding In Park



Ice floats where tents usually stand in the Smith Falls State Park campground on the Niobrara. NPS photo.
Significant flooding has occurred along the Niobrara River due to an ice jam at Smith Falls State Park just east of Valentine, Nebraska. Cold temperatures have frozen the river surface and formed an ice jam, forcing the river out of its banks on both sides. The campground has been covered with water and ice blocks are producing as yet unknown damage to campground facilities. Ice flows and flowing water cover both the trail to Nebraska’s highest waterfall as well as the Jim McAllister Nature Trail. The NPS and volunteers help maintain these trails through a partnership with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. The full extent of the damage cannot be assessed until waters and ice recede. Rangers have documented the situation, noting that the area "looks like an arctic landscape." Ice jams are not uncommon on the river, but they rarely impact high visitor use areas such as Smith Falls State Park.

Bill's Note: 2 RAP grads spent last season there, spoke highly of the park.
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