IN THIS ISSUE:
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* No joke: the National Park Service is hilarious on Instagram
* MLK's childhood home brings his past and presence to life
* Onward!
* Five interesting facts about the Zion Narrows
* A sport for "athletes of all kinds"
* Fuel the fight for public lands in 2020 and beyond
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No joke: the National Park Service is hilarious on Instagram
Sure, it's a serious and important government agency, but that doesn't mean park rangers don't know how to have a little fun along the way.
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MLK's childhood home brings his past and presence to life
Every year millions of people visit the childhood home of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to honor his life and legacy. "The very essence of this neighborhood tells the story of the struggle of the civil rights movement," says Georgia Representative and civil rights leader @John Lewis. That's why we've worked to strengthen the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park.
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Onward!
We're looking ahead to a new decade of creating parks and protecting land for people--and reflecting on all your support has helped us accomplish so far. Check out our annual report to see the progress we made together in 2019.
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Five interesting facts about the Zion Narrows
As of late last month, one of Zion National Park's most legendary trails is protected from closure and development forever. Learn more about this fascinating place--and why we're so grateful for your help in keeping it open for all to explore.
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A sport for "athletes of all kinds"
Pickleball is probably the fastest-growing sport you've never heard of. We chatted with members of the Sugar Sands Pickleball Club in Gulf County, Florida, about what gets them out on the court.
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Fuel the fight for public lands in 2020 and beyond
It's a new year, and with it comes new challenges for public lands. From national monuments to community parks, our nation's public lands are facing unprecedented threats--and we need your help. Become part of the fight to protect public lands all across the country by joining our Monthly Giving Society today. Your monthly gift will help power our critical work in 2020 and beyond.
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