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Born August 25

Joined April 2009

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Make your @FIFAWorldCup travel experience truly unforgettable: visit a national park! With matches in 11 U.S. host cities, we've mapped out nearby national parks so you can plan a day trip or two. Whether you're cheering in Atlanta, Boston, Los Angeles, Miami, Philadelphia,
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Jun 13
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
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Jun 13
Find the full schedule at: nps.gov/planyourvisit/… #VA250 #SailFest250
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Event Details (U.S. National Park Service)
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Jun 10
You 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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Jun 5
Whoever said ‘out of sight, out of mind’ never had a spider disappear inside their tent.
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Jun 5
Ready to go camping? ⛺️ Learn how to get started at:
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Camping (U.S. National Park Service)
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@SequoiaKingsNPS
May 21
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
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May 19
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
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May 14
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
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May 11
Make it the best Monday of the week.
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May 11
Did 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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May 8
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,
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@SequoiaKingsNPS
May 6
Water: 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
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May 7
Paw-sitively adorable! Denali's sled dog puppy cam is now live! It’s a front-row seat to the next generation of working dogs in action! To watch, visit: go.nps.gov/puppy
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May 7
WARNING: Watching puppy webcam may cause sudden bouts of ‘aww’ and work productivity may drop to 0%.
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May 7
Don’t go chasing waterfalls...cautiously approach and be careful of slippery conditions. In fact, you may just want to stick to the rivers and lakes that you’re used to.
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May 7
Waterfalls are some of the most popular spots in parks for sightseeing and snapping photos. Their beauty is undeniable, but they can also be surprisingly risky for the unprepared. Slippery rocks, steep slopes, and hidden currents can catch visitors off guard. What’s the rush?
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Apr 28
Owls have large eyes and feathery ridges that when combined often make them look as if they’re questioning all your life choices.
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Apr 28
Owl eyeballs are actually elongated tubes, anchored in place by a bony structure in the skull called the sclerotic ring. Because of this, owls can’t move or roll their eyes within their sockets. So, when an owl stares at you, it’s not actually judging you...it just can’t look
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