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- History comes alive! Made it to @ColonialParkNPS yet? All weekend long, booming artillery demonstrations, the crack of musket fire, and special exhibits and programs will bring the Revolutionary era to life in Yorktown, Virginia. @Interior @VisitYorktown
- National Park Service repostedYou could say they nailed it. (And also sanded it, painted it, and rebuilt it.) @NatlParkService staff from across the country are working hard to make DC safe and beautiful, installing and repairing more than 1,000 benches this year. Their work may happen behind the scenes,
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- Whoever said ‘out of sight, out of mind’ never had a spider disappear inside their tent.
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How can we keep bears and park visitors safe together? Proper food storage and trash disposal! The most effective action for bear and human safety is to store food and scented items properly. Storage boxes are available in picnic areas, campgrounds, and some trailheads. If there
- Memorial Day in May is a time to honor and remember those who gave their lives while serving in the U.S. military. It’s more than a long weekend; it’s a solemn moment to reflect on sacrifice and the values protected through service. Many national parks and historic sites
- Boy, do we have a BIG announcement! @UnionPacific Big Boy No. 4014 is rolling into Steamtown National Historic Site this June as part of a nationwide tour recognizing the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. What’s better than one Big Boy? Two! For a limited
- Replying to @NatlParkServiceDid you know badgers are expert diggers? Their strong front claws can tunnel through hard soil in minutes, and some species can even disappear underground almost instantly. See you on Tuesday. #TheMoreYouknow
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Today at the World War II Memorial, we hosted a commemorative event honoring all those who contributed to Allied victory in the Atlantic Theatre, on this anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. Thanks to all of the visitors, volunteers, partners, servicemembers, foreign officials,
- National Park Service repostedWater: an everlasting artist. This marble WIP (work-in-progress) has been undergoing transformation for over a million years. See it for yourself and experience nature's magic. Learn more about Crystal Cave at nps.gov/seki/planyourv…. NPS photos Alt text: various formations
- Replying to @NatlParkServiceWARNING: Watching puppy webcam may cause sudden bouts of ‘aww’ and work productivity may drop to 0%.
