Big South Fork

Encompassing 125,000 acres of the Cumberland Plateau, the free-flowing river, and its tributaries are rich with natural and historic features.

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Venture into the hollows of @BigSouthForkNPS as we celebrate the time-honored tradition of storytelling in Kentucky during the 13th annual Blue Heron Ghost Mine on September 9, 2023. https://t.co/P45zmiZn6D

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A National Park Service report shows that 798,000 visitors to @BigSouthForkNPS in 2022 spent $28.2 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 333 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $32.6 million. https://t.co/cm1wRwf5WR

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@BigSouthForkNPS received over $1 million for the orphaned well reclamation project, funded through the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. A nationwide effort to restore natural habitats and address climate change impacts.
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Effective August 4, 2023, Bandy Creek pool will be closed on Fridays. The pool will remain open Saturdays, Sundays, and federal holidays from 11:00 AM through 6:00 PM (ET) until closing for the season on Labor Day, Monday, September 4, 2023. https://t.co/m03yQmsynJ

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SAVE THE DATE! For the 31st Annual Haunting in the Hills Storytelling Festival will take place September 16, 2023, from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM (ET) at the Bandy Creek Visitor Center area.
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SAVE THE DATE! 13th Annual Blue Heron Ghost Mine, Sept 9, 2023
Mark this fun and exciting annual event on your calendar and join us as we celebrate Appalachian tradition during the 13th annual Big South Fork Ghost Mine at the Blue Heron Outdoor Museum. https://t.co/UgsIAnNBNi

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Have you ever wondered what to do if you encounter a black bear in the park? Watch this video where a park wildlife biologist answers that question. https://t.co/MqYZHRm67A

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@BigSouthForkNPS would like to experience your vision of the park. Images may show wildlife, plant life, natural landscapes, historic areas, weather or people interacting with nature. Photographs should accurately reflect the subject matter as it appeared. https://t.co/Z9c5fXuQA9

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This past spring volunteers have been instrumental in assisting @BigSouthForkNPS in their efforts to repair park trails. https://t.co/yL7i6qisnQ

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Happy #pridemonth to those celebrating in June! The
@NatlParkService protects, preserves, & interprets the history of all Americans and our nation’s struggle to ensure everyone’s civil rights & equality before the law.

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@BigSouthForkNPS will provide assistance on May 27-28, for family members who wish to visit remote cemeteries and do minor clean-up of graves of their relatives. https://t.co/UFUrhDEE6J

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Google's search engine optimization also has its own safeguards in place. So, if you Google the agency's name + Twitter to fact check the account, it tends to favor the actual non-bot accounts AND the agency website might appear (but not always).

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As our "official" designation @Twitter blue check mark has vanished, a quick note on best ways to confirm the identity of government Twitter accounts around you.

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You can also check to see how old an account is. For us, this account has been around since 2010. Some government accounts are newer, though. You can also check to see that government accounts are usually following each other, as well.

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@BigSouthForkNPS announces that all campgrounds are open beginning April 1. Each campground provides restrooms, water, showers, grills, and more. All you need to bring is your adventurous spirit and prepare to make great memories. https://t.co/pE6rBFOAcc

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@BigSouthForkNPS announces park concessioner for camp store and stable service https://t.co/rtE7OTZt3v

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Calling all Teachers!
@BigSouthForkNPS will be recruiting teachers again this year to participate in the Teacher-Ranger-Teacher program this summer. https://t.co/NhnsKpr0tA

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@BigSouthForkNPS Celebrates the Start of National Park Week 2023 with free backcountry camping permits as well as free camping at Alum Ford Campground on Saturday, April 22. https://t.co/FPbxD0c8yA

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@BigSouthForkNPS Announces 2023 Spring Planting and Music Festival Line-Up https://t.co/z8DgQHA0OB