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  1. Retweeted
    10 hours ago

    Wishing you a happy and safe Thanksgiving holiday! 🦃 The park will be open tomorrow however the Visitor Center will be closed for the holiday. It will reopen at 8 am on Friday, November 27.

    Red rock spires in snowy landscape
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  2. Retweeted
    Nov 13

    Inflatable dinosaur eating a Ranger. That’s it. That’s the tweet. 🦖 📸

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  3. 18 hours ago

    Your chances of being hunted by a turkey are low, but never zero. 🦃 📸:Peeping “Tom” spotted looking through door at Jewel Cave National Monument, SD.

    A large turkey looking in through glass door
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  4. Retweeted
    Nov 24

    Visiting the winter wonderland that is ? Follow these tips to : ❄️Know before you go ❄️Plan ahead ❄️Explore locally ❄️Practice physical distancing ❄️Play it safe ❄️Leave no trace ❄️Build an inclusive outdoors -bb

    “#RecreateResponsibly Know before you go, Some areas can become dangerous with winter conditions. Research your destination as roads & facilities may be closed in winter. Plan ahead, Check local conditions & prepare for the elements, packing extra layers, waterproof clothing and avalanche safety gear for the backcountry. Explore Locally, Consider exploring locally, as driving & parking may be more challenging in winter. If you travel, be mindful of your impact on Native & local communities.Practice physical distancing, Be prepared to cover your nose & mouth. When possibly, plan to eat & rest outside. If you feel sick, stay home. Play it safe, Know your limits & your gear. Slow down & choose lower-risk activities to reduce your risk of injury Leave no trace, Did you know that the snow is our water supply? Keep our winter playgrounds clean. Pack out any human or pet waste. Be respectful of the land. Build an inclusive outdoors, Everyone deserves to experience a winter wonderland."
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  5. Retweeted
    Nov 23

    It’s amazing what time in the outdoors can do for your well-being. Join us and to on Friday. Together, we have a shared responsibility to care for national parks, each other, + ourselves to ensure they remain for future generations to enjoy.

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  6. Nov 24

    Through the , national parks will make strategic and significant investments to repair critical facilities and infrastructure and enhance conservation and recreation opportunities in local communities.

    A worker measures logs
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  7. Retweeted
    Nov 23

    Abbey and Paddy are enjoying the day! Do you have a Bark Ranger in your household? We'd love to see them!

    26 replies 53 retweets 570 likes
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  8. Retweeted
    Nov 22

    More than $50 million has been dedicated for projects at units to enhance your access to our national parks and protect important cultural resources.

    Vicksburg National Military Park
    8 replies 72 retweets 633 likes
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  9. Retweeted
    Nov 23

    We are excited to announce the first 8 community sites to be added to the new Reconstruction Era National Historic Network. Learn more at

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  10. Nov 21

    “Remember kids, the Quail-call is NOT a toy!” - Quailman ⁣ Image: Gambel's Quail standing on rocks with desert foliage behind at NPS/Andrew Cattoir ⁣ ⁣

    20 replies 80 retweets 998 likes
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  11. Retweeted
    Nov 20

    Cool temperatures can make for great hiking conditions, as long as you are prepared. Dressing in layers, bringing extra water, & knowing your trail will help you have a successful trip! For more info about hiking in the park, visit: Photo by Bob Carr

    Footbridge over stream in forest.
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  12. Retweeted
    Nov 20

    New details released on more than a billion dollars of projects to improve our national parks, refuges and public lands through the Great American Outdoors Act, enhancing conservation and recreation across the country!

    Man walks along a Grand Canyon trail
    38 replies 202 retweets 1,659 likes
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  13. Retweeted
    Nov 20

    The Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa plays a critical role in and historic preservation of the landscape:

    Members of the Grand Portage Conservation Crew work on a set of stone stairs on the Mount Rose Trail, framed by trees and distant water (NPS).
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  14. Retweeted
    Nov 20

    If you're stopping by the World War II Memorial during , please take a moment to remember the Native American Code Talkers whose bravery & ingenuity helped win the war:

    A tall square stone tower stands in the middle of a line of smaller pillars bordering a paved memorial plaza at night.
    Black and white photo of two native american men in marine uniforms kneeling in the jungle and talking on a radio.
    A quote carved into a stone memorial wall reads, "The fought together as brothers in arms."
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  15. Retweeted
    Nov 19

    ⚾️ Hitting it out of the park with this news! Wrigley Field is officially a National Historic Landmark. This recognizes the significant role the ballpark has played in the city of Chicago and the history of professional sports

    Field view of Wrigley with green grass
    The front of the iconic building of Wrigley Stadium
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    Nov 19

    George McDonald, chief of youth programs for the , is this year's Robert G. Stanton Award recipient through the George B. Hartzog, Jr. Environmental Awards program. Read about his award, presented by former Director Stanton:

    Picture of Robert G. Stanton Award recipient George McDonald.
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    Nov 19

    Happy American Education Week! For many students across the world, formal education has looked a lot different this year. Fortunately, the outdoors provides excellent opportunities for students to learn and explore. More ⬇️⬇️⬇️

    Two kids sit apart from each other on a tan, flat rock surface. In the background is an orange rock monolith with blue sky and wispy white clouds.
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  18. Retweeted
    Nov 18

    In the future, visitors will be able to see many of these items at . We’re proud to be a part of this project b/c it means the objects that helped women win the right to vote 100 years ago will continue to tell their story for generations.

    “We are proud to accept this gift from the National Woman’s Party and become stewards of these priceless objects on behalf of the American people.” The will receive the NWP’s textiles, banners, furniture, paintings, sculpture and other artifacts.
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  19. Retweeted
    Nov 18

    Check out this beautiful artwork done by Becky from our Maintenance Division at Fort Vancouver! What birds have you spotted at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site? Have you seen a kestrel here?

    A chalk drawing of a kestrel sitting on a fence post with the written text: "Hi! I am a kestrel! See if you can find me perched on fence posts around the fort!"
    4 replies 11 retweets 128 likes
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  20. Retweeted
    Nov 18

    How do you connect with history? A great way to experience the past is to visit the sites and parks that help us to understand our national story. This view, for example, is of what used to be known as Hospital No. 11, or the “Mission House,” at 1103 Bay Street in Beaufort.

    A hand holds a cell phone depicting an old photo of a home, which can be seen across the street in this view.
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