NPCA supports the U.S. Forest Service’s plan to protect rare, old-growth forests and leave our largest trees standing for future generations. Here are six national parks that could benefit the most from this new rule — and why.
Murphy’s Naturals celebrates nature and inspires good through quality natural mosquito repellant and bite relief products — committing to helping others enjoy life outdoors (and in our parks!).
3 Lessons Learned from a Desert Tortoise in Joshua Tree
What can an endangered tortoise teach us? Plenty! An NPCA staffer reflects on his desert experiences — and why NPCA is working to expand Joshua Tree National Park and establish Chuckwalla National Monument to protect the precious desert landscape.
When a writer decided to camp four nights over four seasons in Rocky Mountain, he hoped for some time alone in the woods. He got that — plus a snowstorm almost too big to handle. Read about his journey and check out his amazing photographs in National Parks magazine.
For many people, a huge obstacle to exploring national parks and the outdoors is the cost of camping and backpacking equipment. A new initiative launched by a park enthusiast, with help from NPCA and other groups, breaks down these financial barriers.
At Stonewall National Monument, hundreds of people gathered in June to celebrate the opening of its first visitor center. President Biden and Elton John spoke, and so did Mark Segal, who participated in that watershed rebellion for equality in 1969. He explains how Stonewall continues to shape the LGBTQ+ movement.
10 Parks Getting a Boost Through the Great American Outdoors Act
2020’s historic legislation continues to improve our national parks. Read about some of the latest park maintenance and repair projects underway and why NPCA urges Congress to extend the act’s funding to finish the job.
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A Trailblazing Cabinet Member
Can you name the first woman who served in a U.S. president’s administration? Hint: She has made generations of American lives better by establishing a 40-hour work week, creating Social Security and banning child labor, among other accomplishments. Her home and story could soon be added to the National Park System.
Venture out, worry free! Murphy’s Naturals is eliminating obstacles that prevent people from getting outdoors — whether it's related to our planet or your protection. Because getting a breath of fresh air should be a walk in the (national) park.
