Argumentative Essay On National Parks

Most people have come across animals used for entertainment purposes, whether it be in zoos or theme parks like Seaworld. Zoos and establishments like Seaworld attract millions of people year round, because what is more interesting than seeing an elephant, or an orca whale up close? In our society, is has become common for the public to travel to these types of places. They are seen as the perfect place to vacation for a day, or to just spend time with family. Children especially love to see exotic animals in person, rather than just reading about them, or watching shows about them. People do not often think that the animals they see in captivity are abused, or have low standards of living. However, the truth is that the lives animals have

The Biodiversity Treaty sanctioned that countries whose biological resources are exploited by bioprospecting companies have a right to share the financial benefits resulting from the sale of these resources (Adair, 1997). National parklands are owned by the federal government. Therefore, our national parks have the legal right to share in the financial benefits that

All around the world we have National Parks that are protected areas by the government. John Muir was enraptured by it and Ansell Adame immortalized it, while Teddy Roosevelt created the National Park Service to protect these National Parks. These nationals parks are very important to keep for the environment, we all need to work together to keep these parks as nature as possible.

The park has been threatened by logging as well as non-native species. The NPS has gone to large lengths to keep this park protected, pushing for further legislation for protection to goto a federal authority. Making this a priority has had many payoffs and has been a big factor on the result that the park is in today. This park has suffered from budget cuts and actively tries to raise awareness and increase public interest. The NPS is partnering with other organizations to provide better service such as transit and educational opportunities to visitors. Making these promises has make their approval rating go up. The NPS also has one of the highest approval ratings of all government agencies.

Caught between obsession for spiritual transcendence with nature and encouragement for the leisurely enjoyment of nature, many questioned if the development of land and preservation could co-exist. On one side, those that encouraged recreation in the great outdoors, others however, advocated preservation of natural wonders. For example, even though Yosemite is a national park, however many were concerned for Yosemite’s commercial exploitation as a tourist destination. Adams, Gleason, Brower, and members of the Sierra Club joined efforts with Howard Zahniser, director of the Wilderness Society to lobby government for preservation of the parks and wilderness. Zahnsier even spoke at the U.S. Senate’s Subcommittee on Public Roads regarding building an interstate highway system and impacts to natural areas. Tensions continued to mount between those that believed in harnessing the land for industry and a source for raw materials with those that viewed the land as nature’s garden. I will return to this

Ahhh, parks. Not only are they a breath of fresh air to outdoor enthusiasts, but they also breathe life into the U.S. economy, with the national variety worth a combined $92 billion, according to figures reported by the National Park Foundation.

Throughout history we have witnessed, heard and read about locations that had a significant impact in history. Stepping into historical locations can either bring back great memories or serve as memories of grief and sadness. Historical locations can be either war memoirs, monuments and it can be nature preserves. The National park systems is one of the achievements that the United States stands for, meaning the United States stands for glamor, refinement, protection and freedom. National parks are one of the most enjoyable sites to visit. The National Parks are under federal protection which states a powerful statement that Americans can demonstrate restraint to protect

Since the discovery of the Americas, the United States Territory has always been a land of great beauty, offering so many diverse landscapes. In 1906 the Antiquities Act was created to protect some of these landscapes because of significant importance to the United States, but in recent years congress sees the Antiquities Act as unconstitutional and unfair. Congress believe that it is not right for the president to be able to create such a mass of land without the consent of congress or the American public. Although supporters of the Antiquities Act disagree believe with congress, that National parks created by the President of the United States have brought some of the most beloved landmarks that hold Economical, Environmental, Historical, and Scientific importance that without America will begin to lose values that only nature brings.

Today I am visiting Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming, in which the majority of the park is in. It is hard to believe that Yellowstone has been around for so long. It was established on March 1, 1872, when Congress passed a law saying that Yellowstone was “a public park or pleasuring-ground for the benefit and enjoyment of the people" and placed it "under exclusive control of the Secretary of the Interior." This started a movement of the creation of National Parks around the world, especially in the United States. After that, in 1916, the National Park Service was founded and is now in charge of preserving and maintaining the beauty of Yellowstone and other National Parks.

Our National Parks and Monuments cover millions of acres throughout this country, sequestered by our Federal Government and held in trust for the entire world to enjoy, which begs the question, How much access should people have to our National Parks and Monument system? People travel from around the world, as far as China to visit these National Parks which are right in our backyard. How do you appropriately regulate access of these natural splendors when people have traveled so far to visit them? Who are we to deny anyone access when we so freely enjoy it. There are some logical answers to these questions. Education is first and foremost important when approaching these situations, increasing knowledge and awareness of the visitors to these areas and evoking a sense of ownership or pride by visiting these areas, is

It is hard to imagine a world without forests and open land, but if national park protections are removed, that day may come sooner than we think. National parks take up a large amount of land area in the United States and its territories, covering over 84 million acres (www.nps.gov). This acreage is made up of land entirely, and does not even include the multitude of lakes and rivers that are located in national parks. Many people enjoy visiting national parks and learning about them, and are proud that they are a part of our history. However, legislation is threatening to remove national park protections, which puts the national parks in danger. The National Park System should be protected because national parks are a part of our history, can be used to educate people about the environment, and are enjoyable to visit. There are many people who are interested in national parks and care about them, including myself. I do not believe that national park protections should be removed as park protection removal will be more detrimental than

The National Park Service, known as NPS, has preserved America’s national parks, monuments, and historic sites for over 100 years. However, the federal government has proposed budget cuts to the National Park Service which would cause some some of the protected areas to be out of the programs financial means to maintain. This lack of funding would lead to the downfall of our nation’s preserved sites. National Park Service funding should be a top priority for Americans beauce these sites protect species, stimulate the economy, and impact the future generations. Locations the National Park Service conserve, such as national parks and monuments, serve as a safe haven for species to live in.

First of all, their overall missions conflict with one another. The USFS is about conservation of resources for the use of the public i.e timber, whereas NPS is about preservation of those resources. Both missions are equally important. The USFS produced over $162 million dollars for the U.S economy from timber production while the NPS protects the parks and many species for future generations to come. Secondly their political origins are quite different.

Beginning in the late 1800’s, efforts to protect scenic and untouched land all across America were set in motion. From the 1800’s to mid 1900’s, many national parks were created under premises of preserving history and nature. During that period of time, Franklin Delano Roosevelt branched the National Parks Service (NPS) to manage all national parks. Now, in the current day, biological problems and resource scarcity persistently cause harm to the parks, and make it difficult for both the NPS and park management to regulate the parks. As such, current measures to ensure the longevity and well-being of the parks are not enough to keep up with the persisting financial and biological problems that the parks face. These problems entail disturbances in the ecosystem and pollution to environment, as well as a lack of resources to parks. However, each of these problems can be remedied, and possibly cured through the use of comprehensive models of action, and the participation of several parties.

I’m a millennial, in my early 20’s, part of the largest living generation. The first generation to grow up completely immersed in the age of digital technology. A generation that is known for duck-face selfies. A generation that is now responsible for saving our nation’s parks. As for me and so many other Americans, it’s not an overstatement to say that our national parks have played a major role in shaping my life. As a child, I was drawn to them because of their size and beauty–even at a young age I knew that these places were special. Now, as a young adult, I have been lucky enough to deepen my understanding of myself by wandering their trails. Last year, over 350 million people visited national parks or forests. Yet, Congress continues to underfund the National Park Service (NPS) who is responsible for upkeep, training, education, and conservation. As an avid park-goer I can attest to their beauty as well as how crucial they are to our country. Our national parks and forests need more funding so they can continue to preserve critical wildlife, boost local economies, and embody an American tradition.