National Park Foundation

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” ~ Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

How will you honor Dr. King’s incredible legacy? Will you walk in his footsteps? Learn how you can celebrate his life year-round: http://prks.org/1yKQIeW.

[Photo: Matthew Carroll via Share the Experience (http://www.sharetheexperience.org).]

Have you ever gone spelunking in a national park? In this week’s Rock the Park episode, Jack and Colton will explore the longest known cave system in the world at Mammoth Cave National Park! Be sure to tune into CW’s One Magnificent Morning and learn all about the vast labyrinths of this incredible national park.

[Photos: Rock the Park]

Today’s #ThrowbackThursday is dedicated to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.! January 15 is Dr. King’s birthday (http://prks.org/1yKQIeW), and on Monday, January 19, we will celebrate his extraordinary life with a national holiday AND the first fee-free day of 2015! How will you commemorate his legacy and take advantage of free admission to your national parks?

“You’re only here for a short visit. Don’t hurry, don’t worry. And be sure to smell the flowers along the way.” – Walter Hagen

[Photo: National Park Service, Devils Postpile National Monument]

What photos best capture your favorite memories from a visit to Lake Clark National Park & Preserve? The park is hosting its Share Your Story photo contest now through February 5. Be sure to share your best moments for a chance to win! Contest details here: http://prks.org/1ybZXn1.

And to learn more about this Alaskan national park, visit: http://prks.org/1d82OV9.

[Photo: NPS, Dan Young]

If you love playing in the snow, Mount Rainier National Park is a must-visit destination! This month’s National Park Service getaway features this magnificent national park. Read all about it here: http://prks.org/dJY67O.

[Photo: Dan Hershman, December 31, 2014, flickr.com/groups/MountRainierNPS]

The quiet beauty of a national park in winter is unparalleled. What’s your favorite national park to visit during this time of year? Thank you to national park fan Christopher Morse for sharing this beautiful photo of Zion National Park!

Not able to take a trip to a national park this weekend? Not to worry! You can still go exploring from the comfort of your living room! Tune into CW’s Rock the Park this morning to see hosts Jack Steward and Colton Smith trek through Shenandoah National Park!
 
When’s the last time you explored this iconic Virginian national park?
 
 [Pic: Rock the Park]

This week feels like it’s dragged on forever! So relieved to see the sun come up on this beautiful Friday morning. TGIF!

[Photo: NPS, City Of Rocks National Reserve]

Then-and-now mashup of Andrew Johnson National Historic Site from 1963. Have you ever visited this national park and explored the early home, homestead, or national cemetery in Greeneville, Tennessee?

[Pic: NPS]

Over the next four days, Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve  will commemorate the bicentennial of the Battle of New Orleans! Have you ever explored the hallowed grounds of Chalmette Battlefield? Check the schedule of events here: http://prks.org/1HPhQuA.

[Photo: National Park Service]

Want to be a part of the 150th anniversary events that are being held next April at Appomattox Court House National Historical Park? The park and the Appomattox 1865 Foundation are seeking volunteers!

Interested volunteers need to attend a training session that begins at 9 a.m. on either January 10 or January 24 in the park. Email or call Alyssa Holland for an application at 434-352-8987 ext.234 or email Alyssa_Holland@nps.gov.

Did you miss anybody on your list? This is the last week for the National Park Foundation’s holiday line! Check out the items in our marketplace here: http://prks.org/npfstore.

Have you ever had the chance to visit Lake Clark National Park and Preserve to see bears in their natural habitat? Looking for tips on where to go for the best viewing opportunities? Check out the park’s page here. 

[Photo: NPS/LACL/Jim Pfeiffenberger]

Need some enticing reasons to visit Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area in 2015? Check out their top 10 reasons to explore this great place: http://prks.org/1Bn3yiX

[Photo: Mae Harris, Spirit of the Mountain 2009 photo contest]