The government shutdown is about to enter its third week, as national parks across the country continue to struggle to stay open. Parks such as Gateway Arch National Park and Great Smoky Mountains National Park are now welcoming visitors again, thanks to donations from local groups . However, some are now wondering whether this may be more harmful than good.

An article by National Parks Traveler discusses an interview with the National Parks Conservation Association, which suggests the Trump Administration might be keeping parks open to demonstrate that National Park Service (NPS) employees aren't as needed as thought. Representatives from renowned National Park Service advocacy groups are now agreeing with the view presented in the article, sharing their fears that more workers may

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