Happy cornerstone day to Yellowstone's Roosevelt Arch! On this day, the corner stone of the arch was laid by President Theodore Roosevelt. Here are 10 fun facts from @ynpforever about one of our favorite icons: 1. The designer of the Roosevelt Arch remains a mystery. Both Robert Reamer—most famous for designing the Old Faithful Inn—and architect Nels J. Ness have been credited, but modern historians say that documentation is inadequate to know for sure. 2. To construct the Arch, hundreds of tons of native columnar basalt were hauled from a quarry in the area. The completed Arch rises 50 feet high and can be seen from miles away. 3. Construction of the Arch took around six months, and cost about $10,000. Today that sum would equal around $340,000. 4. Original plans called for the curved walls on either side of the Arch to surround a landscaped garden, two ponds, and a waterfall. However, this plan proved impossible due to Gardiner’s arid climate. 5. The Arch was not originally intended to honor Roosevelt, but was so named because the president happened to be vacationing in the park during the Arch’s construction, and was asked to speak at the dedication ceremony. 6. A “canister,” which we now call a time capsule, was arranged by local Masons and placed inside the Arch during the dedication ceremony. It reportedly contains a Bible, a picture of Roosevelt, Masonic documents, local newspapers, U.S. coins, and other items. 7. The plaque on the Arch is inscribed with a phrase from the 1872 legislation that established Yellowstone National Park: “For the Benefit and Enjoyment of the People.” 8. The North Entrance Road Historic District, which includes the Roosevelt Arch, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002. 9. If you look closely you can spot the Arch’s cornerstone. As you enter the Arch from the Gardiner side, the stone is low on the inside (park side) corner of the right tower. It is more squarely finished than the stones around it, and the surface facing the inside of the Arch is engraved “Apr 24 1903.” 10. After the dedication, Theodore Roosevelt never returned to Yellowstone, so he never visited the completed Arch.
Happy Earth Day! 🌎 Our oceans and mountains and forests and plains are incredible places and the ecological diversity literally keeps our world functioning. When we ignore human impacts to our planet, we are insuring the destruction of our existence as we know it. The changing climate is difficult to ignore - increasingly stronger storms along our coastal communities, random earthquakes resulting from fracking, and the degradation of our air quality from over dependence of fossil fuels. We have a responsibility to leave this earth better than we found it. What will you do today and everyday for our shared existence? #earthfocus #earthday #nationalpark #nationalparkgeek #protectnature #ibrakeforbrownsigns
It’s #NationalParkWeek! We hope you all can discover something new from any of the 400+ @nationalparkservice units! Which is your favorite type of park … Big 63? National Monuments? Lakeshore or Seashores? Memorials, Preserves, Recreation Areas, Rivers, or Parkways …. or Historical, Battlefields, or Scenic Trails? Happy Exploring! 🥾 ⛰️ 🗺️ 📍 @shenandoahnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns @snptrust #WeAreShenandoah @outdoorsallianceforkids #JuniorRanger #OutdoorsForAll @humansoutside #HumansOutside365 #NationalParks @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek 🌿 You are native lands 🌱
📍 @capitolreefnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #OptOutside #CapitolReef #NationalPark #Utah #OutdoorsForAll @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #Hiking #HumansOutside365 🌿 You are on the native lands of the #Timpanogos, the #Nuwuvi, and the #Ute 💚
Our partner organization National Parks Conservation Association @npcapics was proud to honor the Godmother of the Big Thicket Maxine Johnston on their Women of the Parks limited edition bandana. She’s in excellent company with many other women who fought to protect the lands and stories of our heritage. #bigthicketnationalpreserve #bigthicket #kountzetx #beaumont #ibrakeforbrownsigns #womenofourparks
Some close-up snaps from a recent hike to Mary’s Rock summit 📸 📍 @shenandoahnps #FindYourPark @bluelightningbear #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 @snptrust #WeAreShenandoah #OptOutside @visitvirginia #LoveVA #IBrakeForBrownSigns #OutdoorsForAll #JuniorRanger @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #Deer 🌿 Native Lands of the #Monacan, the #Shawanee and the #Monahoac 🌱
Staring contest … … I won … whew 🦌 📍 @shenandoahnps #FindYourPark @nationalparkservice @bluelightningbear #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 @snptrust #WeAreShenandoah #OptOutside @visitvirginia #LoveVA #IBrakeForBrownSigns #OutdoorsForAll #JuniorRanger @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #Deer 🌿 Native Lands of the #Monacan, the #Shawanee and the #Monahoac 🌱
Big Bend has some big views. We love this shot from #NationalParkGeek ambassador @nationalparkpatchlady. : : #NationalParkGeek : : #Repost @nationalparkpatchlady ・・・ In 1964, President Lyndon Johnson signed into law sweeping protections for land undisturbed by man - The Wilderness Act. First drafted in 1956 by former Wilderness Society Executive Director Howard Zahniser, this was a direct attempt to end piecemeal protections of wild spaces. So what’s going on with the Wilderness Act today? ❓ ❓ ❓ An interesting component of the Wilderness Act was for the addition of contiguous lands to be added by submission. Section 3(a)(1) allows maps to be filed for this inclusion and, “such descriptions shall have the same force and effect as if included in this Act”. Many maps for inclusion were submitted for protection, and therefore under the law protected as Wilderness - but Congress hasn’t finalized some of those protections (voted on them to make the words law.) ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ In 1978, 538,000 acres of the now 800,000-acre Big Bend National Park were included in a Big Bend Wilderness proposal to Congress. This bill has been taking a long hike through Congress and has yet to receive Congressional action. 📍: Big Bend National Park, TX 📅 : October 2019 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #nationalparkgeek #RecreateResponsibly .................................................. 📷: Nikon Z7 🔍: Nikon 24-70/4s #bigbendnationalpark #wildernessact • • • • • • • • #Nationalparkgeek #nationalpark #nationalparks #americasbestidea #findyourpark #goparks #natgeoyourshot #yourshotphotographer #nationalparkusa #nationalparkservice #nationalparkphotography #nationalparkadventures #naturegram #nature #naturelove #naturelovers #protectpubliclands #travel #travelingram #travelgram #travelphotography #getoutside #exploremore
A big thanks to those helping contain the Rocky Branch Fire and protecting us so that Quinn and I and many others got the opportunity to enjoy our public lands and Shenandoah! We enjoyed our park visit with a hike at our favorite place …. you know … Bearfence Mountain 🐻 🏔️ We took in the views and laughed a lot along our hike. 📍 @shenandoahnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 @snptrust #WeAreShenandoah @rei #OptOutside @visitvirginia #LoveVA #IBrakeForBrownSigns @outdoorsallianceforkids #OutdoorsForAll #JuniorRanger @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek 🌿 Native Lands of the #Monacan, the #Shawanee and the #Monahoac 🌱
Such a fun morning with the @beaumontcamclub out at the Pitcher Plant Trail to celebrate the Big Thicket National Preserve's 50th! Huge thanks to @mesclovon and all those who came out to meander the trail. #bigthicketnationalpreserve #setx #beaumont #warrentexas #ibrakeforbrownsigns #bigthicket50
One of the perks of self-employment is the freedom to set my own schedule. After finishing up a program launch and a week of workshops, I’m taking some time to recharge today. 🌲 What’s on your to-do list today? #naturetherapy🌿 #themountains #bigtrees #ibrakeforbrownsigns #girlgetoutside #calaverasbigtrees #findyourpark #thejournalcatalyst
Huzzah! Huzzah! Huzzah! The hugest of huzzahs to retired NPS Park Ranger Gary Bremen (@thetravelingranger) for receiving the Department of Interior's Distinguished Service award. This award is the highest honorary recognition an employee can receive within DOI. It is granted for an outstanding contribution to science, outstanding skill or ability in the performance of duty, an outstanding contribution made during an eminent career in the Department, or any other exceptional contribution to the public service. For 36 years, from his start at Mammoth Cave NP to his passionate work and celebration of Biscayne NP (his home park) Gary exemplifies the flat hat spirit. I cannot think of another who deserves this honor more than Gary. Congratulations my friend on this amazing honor! I'm so proud to call you friend. #flathat @usinterior @nationalparkservice #ibrakeforbrownsigns #nationalparkgeek #nationalparks
Celebrating #HarrietTubmanDay with a look back at some of the visits we have made to her home in Auburn, NY and to our neighboring Church Creek, MD site. Honoring her and her heroic work as a freedom fighter. She passed away 111 years ago on this day. 💜 “Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars, to change the world.” ― Harriet Tubman 📍 @harriettubmannps @tubmanugrrnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns @outdoorsallianceforkids #OutdoorsForAll @humansoutside #HumansOutside365 @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek @rei #OptOutside #HarrietTubman 🌿 Native Lands of the #Cayuga, the #Haudenosaunee, the #Choptico, and the #Choptank 🌱
The Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce Hits a Long Ball! Thanks to the generosity of the Chamber and its partners, Nourishing Bethesda provided Giant gift cards in addition to our regular food packages to our recipient families over the holidays. We’re all about giving abundance to lives where scarcity rules—and giving an extra bonus or our neighbors in need really is a big deal. Our friends at the Chamber also enabled us to purchase thousands of colorful winter hats and warm socks, which we distributed during the chilliest time of the year. A non-profit working with the local business community to enhance the lives of those in need is our idea of the perfect partnership. Everybody wins! #NourishingBethesda 🧡💚 #Community #Caring #Nonprofit #MontgomeryCountyMD @tgbchamber 📍 @capitolreefnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #OptOutside #CapitolReef #NationalPark #Utah #OutdoorsForAll @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #Hiking #HumansOutside365 🌿 You are on the native lands of the #Timpanogos, the #Nuwuvi, and the #ute 💚
I voted because we need people in office who vote in support of our national parks, and equal access for everyone. #voted #nationalparkgeek #bigthicketnationalpreserve #recreateresponsibly #ibrakeforbrownsigns
📍 @capitolreefnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #OptOutside #CapitolReef #NationalPark #Utah #OutdoorsForAll @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #Hiking #HumansOutside365 🌿 You are on the native lands of the #Timpanogos, the #Nuwuvi, and the #Ute 💚
When I quit my teaching job 4 years ago, I didn’t realize that one of my dreams would be to create a business model that allowed me to work from anywhere. While I haven’t cracked the code to traveling full time, I love having opportunities for a view like this. 🌊 If you could snap your fingers and work from anywhere, where would you rather be? Vote below! #montereycalifornia #californiacoastline #centralcoastlife #workfromanywhere🌎 #keepdreamingbig #californiadreamin #ibrakeforbrownsigns #wanderlusterdreams #thejournalcatalyst
📍 @canyonlandsnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #Canyonlands #NationalPark @rei #OptOutside #HumansOutside365 #OutdoorsForAll @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #Utah 🌱 You are on Native Lands 💚
We came back again this year to complete the junior ranger booklet and got to work on the new Women of the American Revolution booklet as well with @jr.ranger.quinn earning two new badges!! We had a great visit ahead of the 248th anniversary of the battle of Moores Creek Bridge. 📍 @moorescreek_nps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #AmericanRevolution @theparkschannel @humansoutside #HumansOutside365 #JuniorRanger @outdoorsallianceforkids #OutdoorsForAll @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek 🌿 Native Lands of the #Lumbee, #Catawba, and the #CapeFear
Before I began drawing, I used photography to manage anxiety. The ritual of capturing images was soothing. ✔️Look through the viewfinder ✔️choose one point of focus ✔️steady the breath and *click.* Drawing can affect your 🧠 in a similar way. Focusing on the page forces stress to the background of your mind. Moving the pen along the paper naturally regulates your breathing, taking you out of fight or flight. Plus, it’s fun to create beautiful images. 🎨🖼️ What do you like to create? Let me know in the comments below. #montanabeauty #glaciernationalpark #ibrakeforbrownsigns #anxietymanagment #holisticwellness #nationalparkgeek #anyonecandraw #thejournalcatalyst
📍 @archesnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #Arches #NationalPark @rei #OptOutside @humansoutside #HumansOutside365 #OutdoorsForAll @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #Utah 🌱 You are on Native Lands 💚
It’s almost time for kickoff on #SuperbOwlSunday and we go live to our SPORTSBALL #NationalParkGeek ambassador, @nationalparkpatchlady- ・・・ It’s that time of year when we gather around our screens and root for the beautiful wildness of the Owl. Its highly keen precision, extraordinary muscular frame and intense focus fill us with excitement on this day as we celebrate the best of the best. #SuperbOwl #SuperbOwlSunday #nationalparkgeek #recreateresponsibly #ibrakeforbrownsigns • • • • • • • • #Nationalparkgeek #nationalpark #nationalparks #americasbestidea #findyourpark #goparks #natgeoyourshot #yourshotphotographer #nationalparkusa #nationalparkservice #nationalparkphotography #nationalparkadventures #naturegram #nature #naturelove #naturelovers #protectpubliclands #travel #travelingram #travelgram #travelphotography
It's that time of year when we gather around our screens and root for the beautiful wildness of the Owl. Its highly keen precision, extraordinary muscular frame and intense focus fill us with excitement on this day as we celebrate the best of the best. #SuperbOwl #SuperbOwlSunday #nationalparkgeek #recreateresponsibly #ibrakeforbrownsigns
📍 @cedarbreaksnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #OptOutside #OutdoorsForAll #Utah #HumansOutside365 @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek @zionforeverproject #NationalPark #NationalMonument 🌿 You are on native lands 💚
We’re eyeing #wildlifewednesday and in awe of these amazing shots of the wild horses of Assateague Island that #NationalParkGeek ambassador @chrisriefphoto captured! : : ・・・ Assateague can be magical ✨ 📍 @assateaguenps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #JuniorRanger #EveryKidOutdoors @visitmaryland #MDinFocus @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #NationalPark #WildHorse #Pony #ChincoteaguePony #OptOutside #WildLife #ParkChat @theparkschannel @assateagueislandalliance 🌱 Native Lands of the #Pocomoke and the #Assateague
We’re feeling the pull of history and nature at Harper’s Ferry- where the tinderbox of antebellum America began to ignite into The Civil War surrounded by the natural beauty of Appalachia. : : Thanks to #NationalParkGeek ambassador @nationalparkpatchlady for these great shots. : : ・・・ Gorgeous sunset over Harpers Ferry NHP last night. The “moderate” hike up to the summit was *almost* worth the breathtaking views. 😂 📍: Harpers Ferry NHP, WV 📅 : June 2021 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #nationalparkgeek • • • • • • • • #Nationalparkgeek #nationalpark #nationalparks #americasbestidea #findyourpark #goparks #natgeoyourshot #yourshotphotographer #nationalparkusa #nationalparkservice #nationalparkphotography #nationalparkadventures #naturegram #nature #naturelove #naturelovers #protectpubliclands #travel #travelingram #travelgram #travelphotography #getoutside #exploremore #explorepage
🌖 📍 @zionnps #FindYourPark @zionforeverproject #Zion #ZionNationalPark @bluelightningbear #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #Utah #OutdoorsForAll #NationalPark #OptOutside @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #Moon 🌿 You are on native lands 💚
The Deer of the West … the Mule Deer 🦌 📍 @zionnps #FindYourPark @zionforeverproject #Zion #ZionNationalPark @bluelightningbear #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #Utah #Sunset #OutdoorsForAll #MuleDeer #OptOutside @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #ConnectedByConversation 🌿 You are on native lands 💚
📍 @canyonlandsnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #Canyonlands #NationalPark @rei #OptOutside #HumansOutside365 #OutdoorsForAll @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #Utah 🌱 You are on Native Lands 💚
📍 @cedarbreaksnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #OptOutside #OutdoorsForAll #Utah #HumansOutside365 @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek @zionforeverproject #NationalPark #NationalMonument 🌿 You are on native lands 💚
📍 @canyonlandsnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #Canyonlands #NationalPark @rei #OptOutside @humansoutside #HumansOutside365 #OutdoorsForAll @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #Utah 🌱 You are on Native Lands 💚
@jr.ranger.quinn working on some profile pics for when she will ask YOU to donate this year to our friends at @snptrust 😉 Quinn this past year for her birthday raised over $1,100 to support SNPT’s efforts to protect this special place thanks to YOU! We love Shenandoah NP and want it to be around for all to enjoy! Donate at snptrust.org/donate (link in bio) any time this year, mention Quinn and she will get something fun out to you! ⛰️ #BearfenceMountain 📍 @shenandoahnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #ShenandoahNationalPark #WeAreShenandoah @humansoutside #HumansOutside365 @outdoorsallianceforkids #OutdoorsForAll @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek @rei #OptOutside #EveryKidOutdoors #JuniorRanger #NationalPark #ShenandoahNationalPark @theparkschannel #JuniorRanger #TeamSunset 🌱 You are on Native Lands 💚
Bright and Beautiful Bryce! Thanks to #NationalParkGeek ambassador @chrisriefphoto for this wonderful shot. ・・・ Magical rocks … 📍 @brycecanyonnps_gov #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #OptOutside #BryceCanyon #Utah #OutdoorsForAll @theparkschannel #NationalPark @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek 🌿 You are on native lands 💚
📍 @archesnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #Arches #NationalPark @rei #OptOutside @humansoutside #HumansOutside365 #OutdoorsForAll @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #Utah 🌱 You are on Native Lands 💚
Summit pics make some of the best pics! ⛰️ #BearfenceMountain 📍 @shenandoahnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns @snptrust #WeAreShenandoah @humansoutside #HumansOutside365 @outdoorsallianceforkids #OutdoorsForAll @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek @rei #OptOutside #EveryKidOutdoors #JuniorRanger #NationalPark #ShenandoahNationalPark @theparkschannel #NewYearsEve 🌱 You are on Native Lands 💚
We started 2023 camping at @assateaguenps and closed it out with a sunset hike at our favorite place in @shenandoahnps! Two perfect bookends to a year filled with lots of love, volunteering, adventures, and much more! 💜 Recap at some point … maybe. Happy New Year 🎆 📍 #BearfenceMountain #BluelightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns
Thank you for the lovely birthday wishes yesterday. Here's one of my favorite shots from Big Bend (BIBE) to kick off the year. #ibrakeforbrownsigns #nationalparkgeek #recreateresponsibly #npcatxro
Pectols Pyramid at Sunset 📍 @capitolreefnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #OptOutside #CapitolReef #NationalPark #Utah #OutdoorsForAll @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #Sunset #Hiking #PectolsPyramid 🌿 You are on native lands 💚
Magical rocks … 📍 @brycecanyonnps_gov #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #OptOutside #BryceCanyon #Utah #OutdoorsForAll @theparkschannel #NationalPark @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek 🌿 You are on native lands 💚
Playing in the clouds ☁️☁️☁️ We had the entire park to ourselves 10,000 feet up! Just incredible! 📍 @cedarbreaksnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #OptOutside @outdoorsallianceforkids #OutdoorsForAll #Utah #HumansOutside365 @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek @zionforeverproject #NationalPark #NationalMonument 🌿 You are on native lands 💚
🌄On the last day we wanted to do a hike that was not too ardiuous. The previous day was almost 18 miles for myself and my friend Mehdi since we got lost in the woods 😅. So we decided to do the famous Avalanche trail. We came before light broke, and sat in the car as we waited for enough light to walk the trail. 🌅 Once we saw some light we began our trek. 🚶♂️As we walked we heard the sound of rushing water, and at one point it was like a scene from star wars... the part where Yoda was training Luke in the woods. The red light of dawn started to break through and we stood and watched as the orange glow kissed the mountains. 🏞️We continued our hike to Avalanche lake, as we approached it I hear my friend Rabih say in amazement "is this real?" 🤯 I have to say it was probably the most awe inspiring scenery I've ever seen in my life and it immediately reminded me that the things that we've made cannot compare to the things that were made by the hand of God. We sat for some time just taking it in and I captured the moment that the sun made its way above Bearhat mountain, the rays breaking through and lighting up the scenery to reveal more of the beautiful landscape.✨ I still think about it now... complete peace and serenity. I need more of those days…
🌙 📍 @zionnps #FindYourPark @zionforeverproject #Zion #ZionNationalPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #Utah #Moon #OutdoorsForAll @rei #OptOutside @humansoutside #HumansOutside365 @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek 🌿 You are on native lands 💚
💜🌳 📍 @zionnps #FindYourPark @zionforeverproject #Zion #ZionNationalPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #Utah #Sunset #OutdoorsForAll @rei #OptOutside @humansoutside #HumansOutside365 @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek 🌿 You are on native lands 💚
New River Gorge NP&P is so much more than its iconic bridge - rail, coal, and African-American history have deep seams in this region which the park units protect and share. But you can't not take an iconic shot. 📍@newrivernps 📅 October 2023 #nationalparkgeek #ibrakeforbrownsigns #recreateresponsibly #almostheaven #findyourpark #outsideforall #travelwithmoon #TeamPublicLands #seekmorewilderness #landscape_capture #nationalparkphotographer #national_park_photography #nationalpark #nationalparkspartnership #iflnps #nationalparkspro #yournationalparks #visitusaparks #liveyouradventure #travelmore #landscapephotography #naturephotography #nationalparkusa #bestoftheusa_nationalparks
Park in front, preserve in the back @greatsanddunesnps is more than just dunes, there's a whole wilderness area waiting to be explored. 📅: August 2024 #nationalparkgeek #ibrakeforbrownsigns #recreateresponsibly
I don’t post about my neck often because I haven’t yet decided how that story fits into these little squares. But lately, it feels important. For the past 15+ months my neck has been relatively stuck at a 45 degree angle. I chronically turn to the left. Torticollis. Cervical dystonia. Whatever you call it, it’s darn inconvenient. I could entertain you with stories of everything that is even more awkward now (and I was never the queen of grace to begin with 👑). Social gatherings Climbing stairs Crossing the street Meeting new people Walking in crowds Ponytails When you can’t turn your head, things get interesting. But hiking might be what I’m missing most lately. The views. The solitude. The chance to ground myself in nature. The views lately are different. There’s a silver lining to this whole thing. I know there is. I’ll let you know when I figure it out. In the meantime, I’ll just keep documenting the stories. #reallifestories #girlgetoutside #notallwhowanderarelost #anxietymanagement #torticollisawareness #ibrakeforbrownsigns #thejournalcatalyst
#NationalParkGeek Ambassador @nationalparkpatchlady just got back from @newrivernps and had quite the adventure! Take a look at our newest National Park: ・・・ Was very excited to visit my 248th NPS site and spent a lovely week at the newest of the 63 national parks - @newrivernps. I highly recommend zip lining and whitewater rafting if you have the nerves and definitely during the first two weeks of fall to enjoy the splendor of fall colors in this spectacular park. #nationalparkgeek #recreateresponsibly #ibrakeforbrownsigns : : 🗺️- In @newrivernps, West Virginia you are on Moneton, S’atsoyaha (Yuchi), and Tutelo land. : : #newrivergorge #newriver #newrivergorgenationalpark #newrivergorgebridge #westvirginia #wv #westvirginiaphotography #westvirginiaphotographer #wildwonderfulwv #visitwv #FindYourPark @usinterior @nationalparkservice #usinterior #experienceyouramerica : : #nationalparkgeek @nationalparkgeek @national_park_photographer #bestoftheusa_nationalparks @bestoftheusa_nationalparks #seekmorewilderness #bestoftheusa_nature #bestofthe_usa #national_park_photography #nationalpark #iflnps #travel #travelwithmoon #nationalparkservice #longexposure_shots #yes_busa #almostheaven
Was very excited to visit my 248th NPS site and spent a lovely week at the newest of the 63 national parks - @newrivernps. I highly recommend zip lining and whitewater rafting if you have the nerves and definitely during the first two weeks of fall to enjoy the splendor of fall colors in this spectacular park. #nationalparkgeek #recreateresponsibly #ibrakeforbrownsigns
Soooooo scary 🫣 Not really… this place is incredible in all seasons! So much wildlife, an ecosystem and home to many, and yes … you can find some beautiful flowers/blooms here too! 🪷 We love this place! 5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 all the way! 📍 @kenilworthnps #FindYourPark @kenaqgardens #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #OneStarReviews @tripadvisor #OhJames #WashingtonDC #Anacostia @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #JuniorRanger #KenilworthAquaticGardens 🌿 Native Lands of the #Piscataway
Such a great feeling! 🥰 @jr.ranger.quinn getting her first look at the 2023 Impact Report from @snptrust! It features a quote about her birthday fundraiser and love for @shenandoahnps! so excited!! We are grateful and proud to be a small piece of the puzzle in helping protect one of our favorite places for all to enjoy! We look forward to working more with Shenandoah National Park Trust on future projects and sharing our love for this incredible place. Many thanks to everyone’s support! #WeAreShenandoah 📍 #ShenandoahNationalPark #FindYourPark #BlueLightingBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns @outdoorsallianceforkids #OutdoorsForAll #EveryKidOutdoors #JuniorRanger #Stewardship @humansoutside #HumansOutside365 #NationalParks @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek 🌿 Native Lands of the #Monacan, #ShawandasseTula, and #Manahoac
Fabulous day celebrating the kickoff to @bigthicketnps 50th with an eclipse watching party! #bigthicket #bigthicketnationalpreserve #setx #silsbeetx #kountzetx #nationalpark #ibrakeforbrownsigns #eclipse
💚 📍 @congareenps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns @friends_of_congaree_swamp @landofthelostgiants #NationalParks @outdoorsallianceforkids #EveryKidOutdoors #OutdoorsForAll #HumansOutside365 @npsyouth #JuniorRanger @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #CongareeNationalPark @theparkschannel #IntoTheCongaree 🌱 Native Lands of the #Cherokee and the #Congaree
📍 @kenilworthnps #FindYourPark @kenaqgardens @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #IBrakeForBrownSigns #OutdoorsForAll #ChesapeakeBayWatershed #Anacostia #NationalPark #Lotus #Dragonfly @theparkschannel @chesapeakebayfoundation @chesapeakeconservancy @anacostiariverkeeper 🌱 Native Lands of the #Nacotchtank and the #Piscataway
When a lotus flower just wants to be a water lily … 📍 @kenilworthnps #FindYourPark @kenaqgardens @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek #IBrakeForBrownSigns #OutdoorsForAll #ChesapeakeBayWatershed #Anacostia #NationalPark #Lotus @theparkschannel @chesapeakebayfoundation @chesapeakeconservancy @anacostiariverkeeper 🌱 Native Lands of the #Nacotchtank and the #Piscataway
Because of all your support for the Big Thicket and rural southeast Texas, positive progress has been made with TxDOT on the Gateway To The Big Thicket project. For months, Big Thicket advocates have participated in productive conversations with the Texas Department of Transportation on how to limit the impacts of highway expansion on the Preserve, surrounding communities and the scenic roadway that thousands of park visitors and community members use every year. We are encouraged by the progress and TxDOT’s willingness to make changes. Crucially, TxDOT agreed to hold a public meeting to inform communities of potential positive changes to the highway expansion plan and receive comments. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 26, at 5:30 pm at the Hardin County Courthouse, County Courtroom. Topics of discussion at the meeting will include the potential for significant decreases in tree removal acreage and minimized impacts of highway expansion on adjacent national parkland, including planting native plants in areas where tree removal is necessary. The opportunity will be there to ask questions about future projects; i.e. Kountze - Lumberton Relief Route. Please join us! #donthoustonmythicket #savebigthicketparkway #southeasttexas #setx #ibrakeforbrownsigns
Update!! Over $1000 raised!!! Again thank you! @jr.ranger.quinn put together some thank you packages! Check your mail later this week!! 🤩 🙏🏽 Many heartfelt thanks to all that supported @jr.ranger.quinn’s birthday fundraiser to support Shenandoah National Park Trust’s efforts to help protect one of our favorite places … Shenandoah NP. It means a lot to us and we know to @snptrust as well! Shenandoah is such a special place to all of us! #WeAreShenandoah 📍 @shenandoahnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #ShenandoahNationalPark #BearfenceMountain #IBrakeForBrownSigns @outdoorsallianceforkids #OutdoorsForAll #EveryKidOutdoors #JuniorRanger @humansoutside #HumansOutside365 @theparkschannel @freestylewatches @goodr @rei #OptOutside @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek 🌿Native Lands of the #Monacan, the #Shawnee, and the #Manahoac
Over $900 raised!! Wow! Thank you! 🤩 🙏🏽 Many heartfelt thanks to all that supported @jr.ranger.quinn’s birthday fundraiser to support Shenandoah National Park Trust’s efforts to help protect one of our favorite places … Shenandoah NP. It means a lot to us and we know to @snptrust as well! Shenandoah is such a special place to all of us! #WeAreShenandoah 📍 @shenandoahnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #ShenandoahNationalPark #BearfenceMountain #IBrakeForBrownSigns @outdoorsallianceforkids #OutdoorsForAll #EveryKidOutdoors #JuniorRanger @humansoutside #HumansOutside365 @theparkschannel @freestylewatches @goodr @rei #OptOutside @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek 🌿Native Lands of the #Monacan, the #Shawnee, and the #Manahoac
We got out to the skating pavilion at Anacostia Park on a beautiful day in DC. This was @jr.ranger.quinn’s first time roller skating 🛼 She did great and we had so much fun! A big shoutout to @friendsofanacostiapark for all the amazing work they do❣️ Did you know Anacostia Park is the only @nationalparkservice unit that has a roller skating rink? 📍 @anacostianp #FindYourSkates 🛼 #MyParkStory #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns #FindYourPark #AnacostiaPark @outdoorsallianceforkids #OutdoorsForAll #EveryKidOutdoors #JuniorRanger @rei #OptOutside @humansoutside #HumansOutside365 @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek 🌿 Native Lands of the #Nacotchtank and the #Piscataway
107 years looks good on you, @nationalparkservice. Let's get together and celebrate soon… . . . . . #florida #visitflorida #lovefl #nps #nps107 #findyourpark #encuentratuparque #fypyes #npp2024calendar #goparks #nationalparkgeek #nationalparktraveler #national_park_photography #npspassport #ibrakeforbrownsigns #radparks #adventureresponsibly @yourtake
That look when you accomplish the goal of completing all of the #SouthCarolina @nationalparkservice units! @jr.ranger.quinn is now at 119 NPS units and @chrisriefphoto is now at 143 NPS units! We see you Ninety-Six! 📍 #NinetySixNHS @southerncampaignnps #FindYourPark #BlueLightningBear 💙⚡️🐻 #IBrakeForBrownSigns @outdoorsallianceforkids #OutdoorsForAll #EveryKidOutdoors #JuniorRanger @humansoutside #HumansOutside365 @theparkschannel @nationalparkgeek #NationalParkGeek @rei #OptOutside 🌿 Native Lands of the #Cherokee