First day of National Park Week

Get your hiking boots on—it's National Park Week! This nine-day-long event begins today and encourages people to explore and appreciate the natural beauty and cultural heritage of our national parks. It's an excellent time to learn about these protected areas, participate in preservation efforts, and enjoy their scenic views. You can join in by visiting a national park, sharing information about these natural treasures, and appreciating the vital role they play in our country's heritage.
Zion National Park—seen in today's image—is a great place to start. Located in southwestern Utah, the park's unique geography is adorned with stunning sandstone cliffs and narrow slot canyons, covering 232 square miles. This national park has a diverse plant and animal life, including nearly 300 bird species and 19 species of bats. Are you intrigued? Zion National Park is just one of more than 400 national parks across the country. National Park Week is a wonderful opportunity to find out more about them and connect with nature.
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