Professional Report Series

The Coalition of National Park Service Retirees has developed a series of professional papers that articulate the views and recommendations of subject-matter expert authors about the most significant issues facing the national park system today. Most of these reports are from 10-15 pages long and written for a general audience; all have a one-page executive summary. They articulate and explore complex issues and contain the positions and recommendations we hold as an organization of retired professionals. Among other purposes, these reports inform our advocacy, Congressional testimony, media releases, and other public education efforts.

1) America's Crown Jewels

2) The National Park Centennial Commission

3) The Centennial Insitute

4) Privatization

5) The Future of Fees and Their Connection to Visitation

6) Reasserting International Leadership

7) Interpretive Renaissance

8) Political Challenge

9) It's Not a Matter of Money

10) Renewal of the Park Ranger Profession

11) Climate Change

12) Reassessing the Development Footprint in Our National Parks