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  • Greetings from Washington Monument National Memorial

    On a bright spring morning, I wandered through the National Mall, where the wide green lawns stretched out like a giant city park. The Washington Monument stood ahead of me, its white stone surface reaching high into the blue sky like a giant pencil. Families spread blankets on the grass,…

  • Greetings from Badlands National Park

    We had an amazing road trip through the Badlands. Saw some spectacular scenery, wonderful bison and wildlife and really interesting history. Would love to go back!

  • Greetings from Indiana Dunes National Park

    I'm in Chicago, so this was among the closest. For 10 summers, we made at least one 3-day trip where we enjoyed hiking, swimming and enjoying nature. It's a key childhood memory that brings me back.

  • Greetings from Cedar Breaks National Monument

    I have grown up spending every summer in Cedar City and we have always ended our trip by doing a hike in Cedar Breaks. Visiting Duck Creek and strawberry fields. It has always been and always will be not only beautiful but calming. A continuous reminder of how big and…

  • Greetings from Cape Cod National Seashore

    Almost every two summesr for 10 years I have gone to Cape Cod and spent time on the beautiful beaches and enjoy time with my loved ones. It is always a highlight of my summer and the seashore is so well maintained and has a lively ecosystem that was especially…

  • Greetings from Zion National Park

    I felt this park is out of the world and made me feel small in from the giant rock formations and valleys. I wanted to visit this park for years and I was able to visit it this year and absolutely loved it!!!

  • Greetings from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

    We have brought our kids to the park every year when they visit their grandmother who lives in Glen Arbor. Nothing better than running down the dunes, laughing and smiling. Thank you so much!

  • Greetings from Biscayne National Park

    Right after finishing exams my first semester of law school, I went to Biscayne National Park to clear my head. Snorkeling through the heritage trail and kayaking through the lagoon were the perfect way to relax!

  • Greetings from Cape Cod National Seashore

    I am priviledged to live on Cape Cod within 30 minutes of the Cape Cod National Seashore. I have visited many times and walked through several times while on an endurance walk to raise funds for Multiple Sclerosis.

  • Greetings from Yosemite National Park

    Yosemite was one of the most amazing places I've ever visited. Seeing the giant sequoia trees in person was awe-inspiring and made me appreciate the beauty and significance of our national parks. Protecting these natural treasures ensures that future generations can experience the same sense of wonder.

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