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Eight Great Winter Activities to Try in a National Park

Republished article from the National Park Foundation Our national parks offer incredible recreational opportunities, no matter the time of the year you decide to visit. But during the winter months, unique activities can connect you to the wilderness, landscapes, and wonder of our national parks. Whether you’re a pro or just looking to try something new, winter is a great time to discover new activities you can enjoy. Explore just a ...

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Enjoy a Fee-Free Day in a National Park

Republished article from the National Park Foundation With over 400 sites, there is much to do and see in the National Park System, and there’s no better time to discover a new park than on a fee-free day! Each year, the National Park Service designates several special days when parks that normally charge an entrance fee offer free admission to everyone. So mark your calendar and get ready to explore a ...

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Back to School with National Parks

Hands-On Learning Inspired by Parks Republished article from the National Park Foundation A fully packed backpack. The scent of freshly sharpened pencils. First-day jitters. The annual back to school season conjures up memories and excitement alike for many of us. But learning doesn’t end when we graduate from school. And there’s no better place to continue learning throughout our lives than in our over 400 national parks. Whether it’s learning about the ...

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Wonder Calls in Our National Parks

Republished article from NPF Blog For more than a century, our national parks have given shape to our multi-faceted and multicultural story. The over 400 national parks protected by the National Park Service honor our differences and remind us of everything that we have in common. Parks tell the ever-evolving story of who we are – our heritage and our history, in its struggles and triumphs. National parks are places that ...

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Learn the ABCs of National Park Wildlife

Republished article from the National Park Foundation Covering millions of acres across the country, the over 400 national parks in the National Park System host an amazing array of wildlife. The National Park Service works diligently to protect our natural landscapes, including the millions of animals, fish, and plant life that populate these iconic spaces. Join us in learning about just a small portion of the wildlife that call our parks ...

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Park Activities You Can Do from the Comfort of Your Home

Republished article from the National Park Foundation Reason 1,568,345 that we love national parks – there are plenty of ways to enjoy the parks from the great indoors. From family friendly activities to an immersive audio experience, there are a variety of ways you can bring the wonder of our national parks into your home.   FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN  TAKE A TOUR WITH SESAME STREET Join Elmo, Murray, and park rangers as they explore plants, ...

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