National Parks Dedicated to African American History
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19 National Parks Dedicated to African American History

ByBram Reusen

There are dozens of National Park Service sites dedicated to African American history and culture. They commemorate Black American education and innovation, as well as the era of slavery and civil rights movement, music, and prominent and influential Black Americans, such as Frederick Douglass, Harriet tubman and Martin Luther King, Jr.

Bison crossing Yellowstone River bridge, Tower-Roosevelt, Yellowstone National Park
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Wildlife of Yellowstone’s Northern Range in 25 Photos

ByBram Reusen

The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem is famous around the world for its abundant wildlife and vast wilderness areas. Within that sprawling region, which also encompasses Grand Teton National Park, there’s one particular area that’s especially rich in wildlife: the Northern Range of Yellowstone National Park. Yellowstone’s Northern Range spans much of the park’s northernmost area. It…

Natural Bridges, Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, Oregon Coast
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Top 13 Coolest State Parks in Oregon

ByBram Reusen

When visiting Oregon, the question is not if you’ll be spending time outdoors, but simply where you’ll do that. Dotted with spectacular natural areas, from sprawling national forests and Crater Lake—the state’s only national park—to countless amazing state parks, Oregon caters to all types of outdoor enthusiasts. Looking to explore pristine mountainscapes? Or want to…

Yellowstone National Park sign in Gardiner, Montana
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Yellowstone National Park Celebrates Its 150th Anniversary in 2022

ByBram Reusen

On March 1, 2022, Yellowstone National Park celebrates its 150th anniversary. This day also marks the creation of the world’s first national park, encouraging a movement that would soon after become global. Starting on March 1, the National Park Service will host and participate in a variety of events and activities, which will continue throughout…

El Capitan and desert scenery in Guadalupe Mountains National Park - Image credit NPS D. Buehler
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5 Amazing National Parks Near El Paso, Texas

ByBram Reusen

Explore Southwestern Deserts in These El Paso National Parks There are many American cities that serve as hubs for national park road trips—Denver, Seattle, San Francisco and Las Vegas are great examples—but one of the most unlikely ones may be El Paso. Located in the far western corner of Texas, where New Mexico, Texas and…

Latino Outdoors group

Latino Outdoors: Featured Outdoor Diversity Organization

ByBram Reusen

Featured Outdoor Diversity Organization: Latino Outdoors During the month of January, we are highlighting the work of Latino Outdoors in our community effort to showcase organizations that are working towards social justice and more inclusive public lands. About Latino Outdoors Latino Outdoors is a unique, Latinx-led organization working in support of a national community of…

Three sisters tortilla pizza recipe inspired by Saguaro National Park in Arizona
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Three Sisters Tortilla Pizza Recipe (Saguaro National Park)

ByBram Reusen

Three sisters tortilla pizza recipe inspired by: Saguaro National Park, Arizona. This three sisters tortilla pizza recipe is inspired by the long human history of Saguaro National Park and the greater Tucson Basin, as well as traditional Southwestern cuisine. For more than 2,000 years, Native Americans have lived in this region. From the early Hohokam…

Jenny Lake Trail bridge across river, Grand Teton National Park
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7 Easy Day Hikes in Grand Teton National Park

ByBram Reusen

Article Topics: Easy Hikes in Grand Teton National Park, Short Trails at Grand Teton Encompassing the fertile floodplains of the Snake River, various types of forests, shimmering glacier-carved lakes and the towering Teton Range, Grand Teton National Park is a dream destination for hikers. While it’s entirely possible to explore to park solely by car…

Mammoth Hot Springs Visitor Center, Yellowstone National Park
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You Can Visit All National Parks For Free in 2022 on These Five Fee-Free Days

ByBram Reusen

Each year, there are a handful of days when all National Park Service units are completely free to visit. In 2022, there will be five entrance fee-free days. These free admission days allow visitors old and new to discover and explore America’s diverse national parks. There’s at least one NPS unit in each state, making…

Grizzly bear in the Swiftcurrent Valley, Many Glacier, Glacier National Park
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16 Best U.S. National Parks for Wildlife Watching

ByBram Reusen

Even at home, you can see various animals going about their daily lives. Whether you live in a big city or small town, there’s usually a bunch of different birds flying around, while squirrels play in trees and deer forage fields. If, however, you’d like to really focus on the “wild” in wildlife, you should consider visiting these national parks for wildlife watching.

Halibut and scalloped potatoes with parsley gremolata on top
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Halibut and Scalloped Potatoes With Gremolata Recipe (Glacier Bay National Park)

ByBram Reusen

Halibut and scalloped potatoes recipe inspired by: Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska (alternatively: Kenai Fjords National Park or Wrangell-St. Elias National Park) One of the most spectacular national parks in America, Glacier Bay National Park preserves millions of acres of fjords, coasts, estuaries, mountains, glacier, rain forests and open ocean in southeastern Alaska. It’s a…

Maine lobster roll recipe with kettle chips and a dill pickle
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Maine Lobster Rolls Recipe (Acadia National Park)

ByBram Reusen

Maine lobster rolls recipe inspired by: Acadia National Park, Maine. One of the absolute classic American seafood dishes, real Maine lobster rolls are a fantastic summer lunch or light dinner. Of course, you could also eat them in the winter, too. Whenever you’re craving those toasty buns filled with lightly creamy lobster salad, you can…

Ground turkey taco soup in pot with baked tortilla chips
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Ground Turkey Taco Soup Recipe (Petrified Forest National Park)

ByBram Reusen

Ground turkey taco soup recipe inspired by: Petrified Forest National Park, Arizona (alternatively: Saguaro National Park or Mesa Verde National Park). Super-easy to make, low-calorie and, above all, absolutely packed with flavor, this ground turkey taco soup recipe inspired by Petrified Forest National Park will be an instant hit in your household. This is literally…