National Park Trust

Completing our national parks and inspiring a new generation of park stewards. 🌲

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On #InternationalWomensDay, we honor Dr. Betty Reid Soskin, whose work as a National Park Service ranger was dedicated to sharing overlooked stories of Black women on the WWII home front.

Read about the remarkable life of Dr. Soskin: https://t.co/2m8jqkbWkk

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Brighter days ahead… ☀️🕜

Clocks are springing forward tonight! Are you ready for longer days and more time with the sun?

📷: @NatlParkService / Emma Forthofer

Image: Sunrise on Cadillac Mountain in @AcadiaNPS.

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We're excited to announce the 2026 Kids to Parks Day School grantees! 🎉

118 schools received up to $1,000, with the Park trust awarding $120,804 total. The program will reach 6,587+ students across 31 states, American Samoa, Puerto Rico, the Mariana Islands, and Washington, DC.

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Last week, 5th graders from Howard Hollingsworth Elementary visited Valley of Fire State Park for a fun day of hiking and learning! 🌄

Students hiked throughout the park and learned about the geology of the rock formations and the petroglyphs on Mouse's Tank Trail.

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It’s #WorldWildlifeDay! 🌎

Let’s take a moment to appreciate the wildlife in our national parks that are not just fun to spot, but also play a big role in supporting the biodiversity and health of our ecosystems. 🦬

📷: @NatlParkService / Beaver: Sarah King

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Happy #WomensHistoryMonth! 💐

Today we’re highlighting @WomensRightsNPS in New York, which preserves the site of the first national Women’s Rights Convention.

Learn about our preservation project with this site here: https://t.co/mLpmD12Gkf

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Are you ready to get outside and celebrate Kids to Parks Day with your friends and family on May 16? 🏞️🏃

We’ve put together a list of the best national parks for kids to explore, the perfect setting for your Kids to Parks Day adventure: https://t.co/eVe4lQ5ggm

#KidsToParksDay

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Happy Birthday, @DenaliNPS! 🎂

Established as a national park in 1917, Denali National Park & Preserve protects 6 million acres of Alaska’s subarctic wilderness, from glaciers to spruce forests, along with North America’s tallest peak. 🏔️

📷: @NatlParkService

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What happens to a frog's car when it breaks down? It gets toad away. #WildlifeWednesday 🐸

📷: @NatlParkService / Sarah King
Image: A green frog, mostly submerged in water, hides behind a cluster of sundew plants.

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This week is #NationalInvasiveSpeciesAwarenessWeek!

Learn more about invasive species with @GreatSmokyNPS and make native plant “seed balls” for your garden. 🌱

Start this project and help protect our native species: https://t.co/VCTqsPO2X4

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Join us in remembering world-renowned photographer and environmentalist Ansel Adams on his birthday! 🎂

His iconic black-and-white images of national parks helped share the natural beauty of America's landscapes with the world.

📷: Frank Lee Ruggles

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Last month, the third graders at Saddleback Elementary visited Casa Grande Ruins National Monument in AZ! 🌵

Students learned all about the resilience of the Ancestral Sonoran Desert people, explored the ruins, and discovered all the archeological artifacts at the site.

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Happy Lunar New Year! 🧧🐴

It’s the #YearOfTheHorse! To commemorate, we’re highlighting the wild horses of @AssateagueNPS in MD. Descended from domesticated horses in the late 17th century, these feral horses have adapted to the island’s harsh environment.

📷: @NatlParkService

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On this #PresidentsDay, we're remembering our contribution to the purchase of Knob Creek Farm for @LincolnBirthNPS back in 2001.

In celebration of Presidents’ Day, national park entrance fees are waived. #GetOutside today! 🏞️

🔗: https://t.co/ijD2L6zlwx

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Happy Valentine’s Day! ♥️

Did you know that bald eagles mate for life and return to the same nest every year? 🦅

#ValentinesDay

📷: Bill Hinton

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#BlackHistoryMonth is a time to reflect on African American history that is often overlooked.

Explore stories within our national parks that hold powerful reminders of Black courage, resilience, and impact: https://t.co/HAlZ0szl0G

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Happy Birthday, @BandelierNPS! 🎂

Bandelier is known for its rugged canyons and preserving the history of the Ancient Pueblo people. In 1996, National Park Trust helped protect 90-acres of land within the monument.

🔗: https://t.co/JFPoeJtwa3

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Register your event for #KidsToParksDay! 🌳

Our site connects thousands of families nationwide with nearby parks hosting events to celebrate this day of outdoor play. Registering your event makes it easy for families to find you and join the fun!

🔗: https://t.co/WaYyJHzyZI

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Embrace the cold and visit a national park! ❄️🏔️

We’ve curated a list of national parks that come alive during the colder months and offer unique experiences that can only be enjoyed during winter.

🔗: https://t.co/PgmNctkDqd

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Looking for a fun activity to do with your family this weekend? 🔍

Learn how to make a bird feeder out of recycled materials and start birdwatching! 🐦

https://t.co/BVSlq2JiHU