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Glacier National Park
Research Assistance
 
Research in Glacier National Park
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Glacier National Park has a proud legacy of research and scientific accomplishment dating back to the period prior to World War II. Although a formal research program did not exist in the Park until the mid 1960's many research projects and investigative surveys were carried out during the first half of the Twentieth Century by independent and academic investigators. The application of knowledge gained through science is essential for effective park management.

The Crown of the Continent Research Learning Center is dedicated to increasing the effectiveness and communication of research and science results in Glacier National Park, Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site and Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument.

Strong emphasis is placed on scientific collaboration with other agencies at all levels of government, regional Indian tribes and universities. Collaborative endeavors are encouraged through the formation of research partnerships with qualified independent investigators.

Click here for information about conducting research in Glacier National Park.

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Citizen Science at Glacier National Park
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Science in the Crown Blog
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Snow can fall at any time of the year in Glacier  

Did You Know?
Did you know that eight inches of snow fell during one night in Glacier's high country in August, 2005? The weather forced hundreds of backpackers out of the backcountry.

Last Updated: February 03, 2009 at 13:17 EST