National Park Week begins Apr 20, 2024

National Park Week begins

Get ready to lace up your hiking boots, because National Park Week is upon us! Across the country, America"s most stunning landscapes throw their gates wide open, inviting everyone to embrace the great outdoors for free. Throughout the celebration, various programs will be organized by the National Park Service, including ranger-led tours, volunteer opportunities, and educational workshops.

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Nov 1, 2019The National Museum of the American Indian