Summary
During a government shutdown, Acadia National Park remained open but many of its facilities were unstaffed. Local people and businesses in the area stepped in to help visitors and maintain services over a busy tourism weekend.
Key Facts
- Acadia National Park stayed open during a U.S. government shutdown.
- Many park facilities had no staff due to the shutdown.
- Local residents and businesses helped manage the park's needs.
- The weekend was a peak time for tourists visiting the park.
- People in the nearby town of Bar Harbor also assisted tourists.
