Republished article by the National Park Foundation Each October, we celebrate the passage of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, which preserves America’s free-flowing rivers with outstanding natural, cultural, and recreational values for the enjoyment of present and future generations. The National Park Service helps manage many of these protected rivers and what better way to get lured into a national park than fishing? Fishing is a celebrated American pastime and beloved ...
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Republished article from the National Parks Service National parks are home to some amazing plants and animals, but unfortunately, many of these are “at-risk” species. This means that their population numbers have dropped so low that scientists are concerned – some have even been listed under the Endangered Species Act as “threatened” or “endangered”. Endangered species are at risk for extinction without your help. Share the space Endangered species use parklands and waters ...
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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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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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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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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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Republished article from the National Park Foundation 10 National Parks for Your Coastal Vacation Summer days are meant to be spent by the seashore. The relaxing rhythm of the waves lapping onto the sand. The embrace of the heat radiating from every surface, made bearable by the breeze sweeping in from the water. The boundless opportunities for adventure and relaxation. Treat yourself to all this and more at any of the coastal ...
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Republished article from nationalparks.org National Park Foundation National parks are home to some of our nation’s cutest inhabitants. Mammals, birds, reptiles, and more – of all shapes and sizes – depend on the delicate ecosystems within the National Park System to conserve the circle of life. And if you visit during the right time of year, and trek into the parks at the right time of day, you just might be ...
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Family-Friendly National Parks Can Educate and Entertain Kids With Boundless Imaginations Republished article from nationalparks.org National Park Foundation All kinds of benefits come with getting your kids outdoors. Being outside provides an outlet for limitless energy and feeds ravenous curiosity, and studies have shown it may even improve performance in school. Yet by at least one estimate, children today spend only half as much time in unstructured outdoor activity as their parents ...
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