Linda Harvey The club was thrilled to welcome Deb Liggett, a retired National Park Service (NPS) ranger, as guest speaker for the September meeting. Ranger Deb had an informal meeting presentation in which she gave information about the Grand Canyon National Park (NP), answered questions, and provided some last-minute guidance to members who took the…
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November 2023, Generals
History and Symbolism of the National Park Service Arrowhead
Sharon Ringsven The National Park Service Arrowhead has a logo known far and wide. It’s in Visitor Centers, on park signs and brochures, and has become a recognizable symbol. The National Park Service (NPS) has been around since 1916 when Congress passed the Organic Act. This act was signed by President Woodrow Wilson to establish the NPS…
November 2023, Generals
Which Annual or Lifetime Pass Is the Right One for You?
Sharon Ringsven The America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Passes are a suite of annual and lifetime passes that provide U.S. citizens and visitors with an affordable and convenient way to access federal recreation lands. These are often referred to as “Interagency Passes,” and up to 100% of the Pass program’s proceeds are…