Western National Parks

Over 70 parks. Thousands of years of history and heritage. A multitude of cultures and communities. Countless stories. National parks are where you can connect with the past, contemplate the lives of those who came before, and learn more about how these places continue to be significant today.

Learn more at wnp.org.

What an incredible night for parks at Dragoon Brewing Co. Thanks Kevin Fedarko and all the national park supporters and book lovers that came to this (completely packed!) celebration of public lands.

With author talks and book signings, a retail pop-up shop, and $1 of every pint sold going back to support over 70 national parks across the West, it was a wonderful day full of friends, food and drink, and a shared love of these special landscapes.

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This past weekend, visitors to Petroglyph National Monument experienced a special connection to the living traditions of the Southwest during our latest "Hubbell on the Road" event. Thank you to everyone who joined us, to our partners at Petroglyph National Monument for helping bring this experience to the community, and to KRQE News 13 for stopping by! Read the full story here: https://www.krqe.com/news/albuquerque-metro/hubbell-trading-post-rug-show-visits-albuquerque/

Guests explored authentic Navajo rugs from Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site, learned from Navajo Trader Wallace James Jr during engaging rug talks, and watched Navajo weaver Tonita Yazzie demonstrate the artistry and skill behind this enduring cultural tradition.

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Thanks KRQE News 13 for joining us at Petroglyph National Monument for another fantastic Hubbell Trading Post—Western National Parks Association event! Stay tuned to our socials for more events like these featuring enriching talks, moving demonstrations, and many ways to support Indigenous artists and national parks!

Hubbell Trading Post rug show visits Albuquerque NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Community members from across the state traveled to Petroglyph National Monument to support and appreciate Navajo weaving traditions. The Hubbell Trading Post Rug Show visited A…

The big games start this week. Are you
⚽ Watching FIFA?
💚 Watching pikas?

To avoid any confusion and make sure you’re tuning into the right channel—FIFA is the organization hosting the FIFA World Cup, an international soccer championship hosted by sixteen cities in North America. FIFA fans can be quite loud.

Pikas are also loud—they are known for their alarm calls. They are small mammals that live at high elevations in many national parks, including Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. They are also significantly smaller and fuzzier than a soccer ball.

If you’re a FIFA fan interested in national parks, or a national park fan who has the goal of seeing pikas in the wild, you’re in the right place. Visit wnp.org and start planning your trip today.

📍Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve
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Looking for a fun summer activity now that the kids are out of school? Register NOW for our Junior Ranger Summer Film Series. Hosted at The National Parks Store, each of these FREE events include

🎬A screening of a family-friendly film
🎬Educational hands-on activities and crafts before the movie
🎬Junior Ranger giveaways and popcorn!

Learn about coral reefs, outer space, and forest ecosystems! Reserve your spot for one, or all three, of these events today and learn more at wnp.org/jrrangermovies .

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Save this post and start planning your trip to Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area!

🗺️ Where is it? This park is just outside of Los Angeles, California, and you can access trailheads from several nearby cities. It is on the homelands of the Chumash and Tongva peoples.

🤔 Why go? With over 500 miles of trails, several Indigenous cultural heritage sites, old movie ranches, and much more, these landscapes are welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of LA. These mountains are also important habitats for mountain lions.

🥾 What can you do? Hike the Backbone Trail. See wildflowers in the right season. Photograph wildlife. Spend a day at one of the many beaches, including Malibu Beach. Go mountain biking. Camp under the stars. Enjoy a ranger program about the ecosystems and history of the area.

Learn more at https://wnpa.org/explore-parks/santa-monica-mountains

📍 Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
📸 NPS

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Are you traveling to watch a FIFA World Cup game? Why not visit a nearby national park?

The tournament kicks off June 11 and will stop in 11 US regions, including Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, and the San Francisco Bay Area. Check out our recommendations for national parks to visit while enjoying the games, each of them highlighting the natural beauty, unique heritage, and many stories of the United States.

Learn more about each of these parks at https://wnpa.org/explore-parks/find-your-park/our-parks.

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