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Did you know? Elk antlers can grow an astonishing 1 inch per day and generally grow larger on older males.
Homestead National Historical Park
Cupid Steward
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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.
Gates Of The Arctic National Park & Preserve
Why Snowshoe Hares Use Mineral Licks
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After nearly 20 years, the snowshoe hare population in the central Brooks Range on the eastern boundary of Gates of the Arctic National Park is building toward a peak in the population. Traditional ecological knowledge of the area tells us that the coming peak should be considerably larger than the small population increase we saw in 2008-2010. Based on the report: Snowshoe hare population trends at mineral and non-mineral sites in the central Brooks Range, Alaska.
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With the assassination of President William McKinley, Theodore Roosevelt became the 26th President of the United States (1901 - 09). He brought new excitement and power to the office, vigorously leading Congress and the American public toward progressive reforms and a strong foreign policy.
Yellowstone National Park
Old Faithful General Store - Upper
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Dating back to the roaring '20s, this store's grand National Park architecture is front and center, framed by huge log beams and a magnificent fireplace. Groceries, ice cream, souvenirs, and apparel are available for purchase here.
Big Thicket National Preserve
Woodlands Trail
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5 miles roundtrip | The Woodlands Trail loops through different kinds of forest landscapes and some hilly terrain. Find a scenic pond near the beginning of the trail.
Big Thicket National Preserve
Sundew Trail
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0.3 to 1 mile roundtrip | Search for tiny red carnivorous plants known as sundews on an easy loop hike through a lush wetland pine savannah.
Big Thicket National Preserve
Pitcher Plant Trail
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1 mile roundtrip | Follow an easy loop that leads to a boardwalk through a pitcher plant bog where you can look for carnivorous plants in spring and summer.
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Greenwich Village Historic District’s reputation for dynamism can be attributed to its history of emerging artists and writers as well as the political unrest and activism of its inhabitants. With the rise of the counterculture movement during the 1960s, Greenwich Village’s Washington Square Park became a hub for writers and musicians. In 1969, LGB residents of Greenwich Village pushed back against police harassment at the Stonewall Inn.
Grand Teton National Park
Gros Ventre Pathway Hub
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The Gros Ventre Pathway Hub is one of many locations where you can start or end your bike ride along the multi-use pathway. Enjoy over 20 miles of paved pathway in Grand Teton.
Yellowstone National Park
Bear Aware (Canyon)
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Bear spray is available for rent at the Bear Aware rental kiosk at the northwest corner of the visitor center plaza, 20 yards from the main entrance.
Glacier National Park
Waterton-Glacier BioBlitz! A Fun-filled Day of Hands-on-Science
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During the summer of 2017, the CCRLC hosted two BioBlitz events: the Waterton-Glacier Mushroom BioBlitz and the Waterton-Glacier Butterfly BioBlitz. Nearly 150 participants joined in helping resource managers gather data on the diverse array of fungus and butterfly species found in Glacier National Park.
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For 28 years the Gettysburg Foundation has stood with the National Park Service (NPS) as the steward of preservation, restoration, and education at Gettysburg National Military Park, assisting with ongoing preservation needs of the battlefield, the Soldiers’ National Cemetery, and the Eisenhower National Historic Site.
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Mrs. Recy Taylor was just 24 years old when she was brutally raped by six white men in Alabama. Upholding the Black woman's tradition of testimony and protest, Taylor actively participated in the pursuit to bring her attackers to justice. Though the men were acquitted in two separate trials, Taylor's courage speaks to the resolve of Black women to channel their pain and anger into political anger. We honor Taylor as an ancestor for teaching us a lesson on courage.
National Mall and Memorial Parks
Anna Arnold Hedgeman (1899-1990)
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Anna Arnold Hedgeman participated in and led some of the 20th century’s most important developments, including advances in education, public health, politics, and workplace justice . We honor her as an ancestor for shattering glass ceilings imposed on her by her race and gender.
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Using the Greek word agape, meaning brotherly love, Nash coined the term agapic energy describe this comprehensive phenomenon. This unconditional love for humanity was the driving force behind the movement in the 1960s and can be a driving force among today’s movements, according to Nash. We honor Diane Judith Nash for reminding us of the power of love.
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Alice Austen was a photographer who documented the lively activities of her female social circle at the turn of the century in New York City.
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In the wake of Hurricane Irma's devastation in 2017, the Virgin Islands National Park faced a daunting task: rebuilding a beloved landmark. Find out how the Historic Preservation Training Center (HPTC) and the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) helped preserve our nation's heritage and invest in further developing skilled tradespeople.
Big Thicket National Preserve
Beaver Slide Trail
- Type: Place
1 mile roundtrip | The Beaver Slide Trail is a hidden gem. This short hike leads hikers past several scenic ponds and sloughs. Keep an eye out for beaver dams along the way!
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Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis and 2nd Earl Cornwallis, served as a British general during the American Revolution and notably surrendered his army to General Washington's Continental army and the allied French forces at Yorktown, Virginia in October 1781. This surrender effectively ended hostilities between British and American forces and led to peace negotiations, ending the war and recognizing American independence. Cornwallis later governed in India.