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Park Science Magazine: Greatest Hits

Type: Article

Park Science is the flagship science magazine of the National Park Service. It covers research and stewardship related to our national parks. Discover the advances in science and technology that help us preserve, understand, and enjoy our public lands. Check out some of our "Greatest Hits" — Park Science stories that really resonated with readers.

Homestead National Historical Park

Cupid Steward

Type: Person

In 1879, Steward submitted homesteadapplication number 9952at the Huntsville, Alabamalandoffice, requesting a patent for160and19/100 acres of land atthesouthwest quadrantof Section 14, Township3S, Range 6E in JacksonCounty, Alabama.

Explore Nature in Parks

Type: Article

National parks are offer the opportunity for awe-inspiring experiences in the natural world. From dark night skies to geologic wonders, wetlands and wildlife—there is so much to explore and discover. Spark your sense of wonder with these "tours" of science and nature in parks and beyond!

Gulf Islands National Seashore

Perdido Key Discovery Trail

Type: Place

Take a hike around the 0.36 mile accessible boardwalk and discover a variety of habitats and wildlife.

Reconstruction Era National Historical Park

Series: Poems by Ellen Murray

Type: Article

Very few of Ellen Murray’s writings have been identified or published. However, not all of Ellen Murray’s writings remained private. Between 1861 and 1865, she wrote at least fourteen poems that she had published in the National Anti-Slavery Standard, a prominent abolitionist newspaper. Her poems offer a glimpse in the world and perspective of one of Penn School’s founders.

Reconstruction Era National Historical Park

Forward Let the People Go

Type: Article

This poem is part of a series by Ellen Murray, a co-founder of the Penn School on St. Helena Island, SC. "Forward Let the People Go" was first published in the Newport Mercury on May 23, 1863.

Reconstruction Era National Historical Park

We Forget Them Not

Type: Article

This poem is part of a series by Ellen Murray, a co-founder of the Penn School on St. Helena Island, SC. "We Forget Them Not" was first published in the Newport Mercury on July 30, 1864.

National Natural Landmarks Program

Visit Astonishing National Natural Landmarks

Type: Article

National Natural Landmarks (NNLs) contain outstanding examples of the nation's biological and geological features. Learn more about NNLs and see a list on ten of our favorites that are open to the public.

Pea Ridge National Military Park

Leasing Opportunity: Pea Ridge National Military Park Hay Lease

Type: Article

Pea Ridge National Military Park has announced a Request for Bids (RFB), providing the opportunity for interested individuals and organizations to submit bids to the National Park Service (NPS) to lease one storage facility and NPS lands for haying purposes. The facility and property for lease are located at the park at 15930 National Park Drive, Garfield, Arkansas 72732. The Premises includes one storage building (98.15 square feet) and approximately 600 acres of land.

Reconstruction Era National Historical Park

A Cup of Cold Water

Type: Article

This poem is part of a series by Ellen Murray, a co-founder of the Penn School on St. Helena Island, SC. "A Cup of Cold Water" was first published in Our Daily Fare on June 16, 1864.

Reconstruction Era National Historical Park

Dying In The Hospital

Type: Article

This poem is part of a series by Ellen Murray, a co-founder of the Penn School on St. Helena Island, SC. "Dying in the Hospital" was first published in Our Daily Fare on June 13, 1864.

Boston African American National Historic Site

Thomas Hunter

Type: Person

Boston paper hanger Thomas Hunter served on the 1850 Boston Vigilance Committee.

Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site

Dylan Velez: UH Hilo Intern Shaping the Pili Grass Revival at Puʻukoholā Heiau

Type: Article

lan's passion for ecosystem restoration and indigenous land management made him a valuable asset to the Puʻukoholā Heiau pili grasslands project. Learn more from our interview with him.

Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site

Empowering Local Youth, Restoring Sacred Lands: Puʻukoholā Heiau's Pili Grass Revival

Type: Article

Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site (PUHE) is demonstrating a powerful model of resourcefulness and community collaboration in its mission to restore native pili (Heteropogon contortus) grasslands.

Heartland Network Junior Scientist

Type: Article

You can be a Heartland Inventory and Monitoring Network Junior Scientist! Explore what it is like to be a scientist that monitors plants, animals, and their habitats national parks. You will explore the 15 parks of the Heartland Network, make observations, identify animals and plants, and learn why scientists use scientific names for organisms. Visit a Heartland Network Park to complete the activities in the booklet or download the booklet here.

Mount Rainier National Park

Carbon River

Type: Place

Located in the remote northwest corner of the park, Carbon River is home to temperate rainforest, Mount Rainier's lowest elevation glacier, and a dynamic river system. Hiking, bicycling, and camping opportunities abound.