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Ozark National Scenic Riverways: A Park Less Traveled That Combines Adventure With Folklore

Deep in the Ozark Mountains of Missouri lies a place of ancient beauty and mystical power - the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. We are proud to partner with Pacifico on the Pacifico Parks Less Traveled program to encourage everyone to experience and help protect all of America’s one-of-a-kind wild places for generations to come.

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Can Taking a Rock From a Park Give You Bad Luck?

Today is Friday the 13th, a day many consider to be a sure thing for bad luck. Broken mirrors, black cats, and opening an umbrella indoors are well-known superstitions on this day, but what about taking a rock from a protected park? As Greek mythology Author Bernard Evslin once said, “bad luck makes good stories.”

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Glacier National Park… Is it losing its Glaciers?

Student Ambassador Saanvi examines the affects of climate change on Glacier National Park.

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Exploring Smoky Mountains National Park

Ambassador Aodhan shares how Great Smoky Mountains National is bringing stories to the trials!

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Freedom Riders Continue to Inspire Current and Future Generations

While the civil rights movement took place nationwide, three historical sites have a unique connection to the movement, all of which are celebrating their sixth anniversary in January 2023.

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Hitting The Trail… Close to Home!

Student Ambassador Arun shares the joys of exploring the Olympic Discovery Trail.

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DC Area Military Families Get into the Holiday Spirit by Visiting President’s Park and the National Christmas Tree

On December 17th, 2022, National Park Trust, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall (JBM-HH), and Our Military Kids (OMK) worked together to offer military families a special night of memories and yule tidings.

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Help Keep Our World Clean!

Ambassador Ian encourages us all to be good park stewards by not littering.

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Mountains of Fun in Breckenridge, CO!

Ambassador Ace shares about his winter adventure in Breckenridge, CO and explores the Rocky Mountains!

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Petroglyphs and Petrified Wood

Ever wondered where you can see petrified wood and petroglyphs in the same place? Read Ambassador Noah's blog to find out!

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Pollinators! Why are they so Important?

Ambassador Saanvi explains the vital role of pollinators.

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Luminarias, a Southwestern Holiday Tradition

Every year, as night descends on the desert and the cold sets in, communities across the Southwest light up their neighborhoods with elaborate light displays. 

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Carroll College Students Experience a Night of Cross-Country Skiing and Tacos at MacDonald Pass, MT

On Friday, December 2nd, Carroll College students and leaders of the Carroll outdoor program (CAMP) went to MacDonald Pass for night-time cross-country skiing and tacos!