> API keys were invented as a tracking device. Yes, by definition. Apparently, you did not review the "Disclaimer" link I provided. In it is the following:

> API keys were invented as a tracking device. Yes, by definition. Apparently, you did not review the "Disclaimer" link I provided. In it is the following: Not all information or content on this website has been created or is owned by the NPS. Some content is protected by third party rights, such as copyright, trademark, rights of publicity, privacy, and contractual restrictions. The NPS endeavors to provide information that it possesses about the copyright status of the content and to identify any other terms and conditions that may apply to use of the content (such as, trademark, rights of privacy or publicity, donor restrictions, etc.); however, the NPS can offer no guarantee or assurance that all pertinent information is provided or that the information is correct in each circumstance. It is your responsibility to determine what permission(s) you need in order to use the content and, if necessary, to obtain such permission. Notice the first sentence; "Not all information or content on this website has been created or is owned by the NPS." Perhaps there is a need for use to be "tracked" in order to ensure legal agreement to the Terms of Use?