John S.

Onetime Scouter in search of Scout Spirit; Eagle Scout, Wood Badger, camper, hiker, rabble rouser

[USDA Forest Service @forestservice]

“Far over the misty mountains cold…” – J.R.R. Tolkien

Pastel hues over a mountain on @Tahoe_NF, California. Courtesy photo by Cassandra Harris/Share the Experience. #getoutdoors #wilderness

[US Department of the Interior @Interior]

On this day in 1906, Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado became a national park.

Today, the park protects the rich cultural heritage of 26 Tribes and offers visitors a spectacular window into the past.

Pic by Steven Yabek (https://t.co/7u0uZGuWtK)

[US Department of the Interior @Interior]

The @USGS works with partners to monitor, assess, research, and deliver information on a wide range of water resources and conditions including streamflow, groundwater, water quality, and water use and availability. Learn more: https://t.co/JYUseOHW5t

[USDA Forest Service @forestservice]

#DYK that over 180 million people in over 68,000 communities rely on forest lands to capture and filter drinking water? A global celebration of water happens each year on #WorldWaterDay, but the global need for safe water to drink and keep families healthy exists every day.

[John S. @JohnScout]

Northern Lights Council Is my home council. #ND

[US Department of the Interior @Interior]

A frosty sunrise reads like a love letter in the heart of the prairie at Kulm Wetland Management District #NorthDakota

[USDA Forest Service @forestservice]

“Knowing trees, I understand the meaning of patience. Knowing grass, I can appreciate persistence.” - Hal Borland

[John S. @JohnScout]

Troop 550 doing popcorn pre-sales at Smith's grocery on a blustery day. Miss me my Trail's End popcorn.

[US Department of the Interior @Interior]

Happy National Bison Day to this shaggy symbol of strength & resilience. Pic @YellowstoneNPS #Wyoming

[USDA Forest Service @forestservice]

Today the USDA Forest Service pauses to remember National First Responders Day. We have many heroes who make it their business to take immediate action when disaster strikes.

[John S. @JohnScout]

Nothing like a canoe trek at BSA Northern Tier High Adventure base in the Boundary Waters.

[US Department of the Interior @Interior]

A maze of interconnected waterways & forests, Voyageurs National Park gives you lots of opportunities to reflect on the beauty of the season #Minnesota

[The National Map @USGSTNM]

@USGS digital maps can also be downloaded from the Map Locator on the USGS Store or TopoView Download free digital maps in GeoPDF, GeoTIFF, JPG: https://t.co/pIU8ZWYDGd or https://t.co/Rro0LxZZVa #topographicmaps

[SanJuanNF @SanJuanNF]

Volunteer for National Public Lands Day! Visit https://t.co/QToN47tAHd to find events. We are updating the site with new events all week. Want to volunteer virtually? Click the link and select the event titled "San Juan National Forest-Wide Cleanup: Individuals in Action!" #NPLD

[Maritsa Georgiou @MaritsaGeorgiou]

This is incredible. MSU professer Rob Maher made this Google Earth video of where the Bridger Foothills Fire spread in Bozeman. It really gives you a better idea of the impact. #mtnews #mtfire

[US Department of the Interior @Interior]

Happy Birthday @NatlParkService! Established in 1916 to preserve our national treasures & help tell the American story, we're thankful for these special places & dedicated employees who are always there to greet us with a smiling face & helping hand. Pic @YellowstoneNPS #Wyoming

[Calvin and Hobbes Fan Account @Calvinn_Hobbes]

😞 #calvinandhobbes

[John S. @JohnScout]

Thanks to Governor of New Mexico.

[Philmont Scout Ranch @philmont]

Philmont is announcing the cancellation of all remaining summer programs. Read the details here:

https://t.co/pkD7JWAKkt

[Nathan Howe @natehowe]

Dad says:
"Good fire. Log cabin, just like we practiced."

Dad means:
"I love you."

#DadTranslate

[John S. @JohnScout]

Do you remember when you joined Twitter? I do! #MyTwitterAnniversary

[John S. @JohnScout]

Drove by the exit to Philmont off I25, outside Raton, New Mexico. So close yet so far. #BSA #bucketlist

[Scouting America @boyscouts]

The national organization of the BSA filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in order to equitably compensate victims who were harmed during their time in Scouting and ensure Scouting’s future. Scouting continues and local councils have not filed for bankruptcy. https://t.co/sj4TRXkzp1.