Tag: national park
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Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site-Pennsylvania
For those on a quest to visit National Park Sites, Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, is a day-trip,from Philadelphia.First, we stop at the Visitors’ Center to acquire a stamp. We’re the only visitors at the moment, and the ranger is nice enough to run the park’s movie just for us. We make it an added…
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Everglades National Park-Coe and Flamingo
Despite all of the spectacular nature, it is my favorite moment of the day, at Everglades National Park. “Are there any questions?” Park Ranger Ashley asks. A young girl, in a pink hat, raises her hand. “How do I become a Park Ranger? I really want to be a Park Ranger someday.” Park Ranger Ashley’s…
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Big Cypress National Preserve-Florida
“Stay right there, I have to get the book,” directs Park Ranger Maggie, at Big Cypress National Preserve. The book is where Park Rangers record the “quote of the day.” I don’t inquire if all National Park sites have a quote of the day book, or just Big Cypress. I am too excited. Entering the…
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Lafayette-History and Cultural Tour
Lafayette, Louisiana, is steeped in history. Growing up and continuing to live in the North East, Tri-State area, I am immersed in the United States’ past. Narratives of the Revolutionary War and the start of the United States, percolate in my brain. This foundation now gives me a thirst, to learn about history beyond my…
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Wall Drug Store and Minuteman Missile National Historic Site-South Dakota
The feeling bubbles up as Wall Drug Store comes into view. Swirling glitter in my stomach, that’s getting more sparkly as it swirls. The glitter rises up into my face, pulling the corners of my mouth into a smile. I’m ready for some “touristy” hijinks. Minuteman Missile National Historic Site Some travel days are filled…
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Mount Rushmore-We Didn’t Hate It
As we twist around the roads on the way to Mount Rushmore, I’m flooded with a memory. My family is on a New England road trip. I am a middle school history buff, and am most looking forward to gazing upon Plymouth Rock. I imagine Plymouth Rock to be a massive, inspiring, boulder, that shines…