National Park Week Sparks Celebrations Across the Country
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WASHINGTON, April 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- National Park Week, April 16 through 24, encourages everyone to discover something new about their national parks. With more than 400 national parks hosting a mix of special programs, activities, and digital experiences, the National Park Service and the National Park Foundation invite all to explore and enjoy national parks during this annual event. The week begins on April 16 with free entrance to every national park.
Key Points:
- With more than 400 national parks hosting a mix of special programs, activities, and digital experiences, the National Park Service and the National Park Foundationinviteallto exploreand enjoy national parksduring this annual event.
- "SinceYellowstone National Park was established 150 years ago, over400 extraordinary places have been added to the National Park System,"said National Park Service Director Chuck Sams.
- "Throughout the country, these sites are sources of inspiration, recreation, and educationeach one preserving and sharing a part of our national story.I hope National Park Week provides a spark to visit a nearby national park and make some memories."
- In partnership with the National Park Service, the National Park Foundation and more than 450 park partner groups help support and raise awareness about the full range of national parks across the country, including those off the beaten path.