Maine Parks

One of the most important aspects of American culture is the long history of conservation that very few countries have, thanks to the National Park Service, which is a Federal institution. The United States possesses some of the best­preserved landmarks in the world. However, in recent years, the government has proposed budget cuts to the NPS, which will severely limit its ability to properly maintain the parks. Because of the economic and historical

Acadia National Park is one of the most beautiful parks in the United States. There are mountains, hiking trails, beaches, and camp ground that make people love to visit the park. A lot of people travel to Maine just to visit the park. This is the center of most activities in Maine.

For this week’s task of reviewing a project, organization or park related to protecting biodiversity, I have selected to write about Scott's Run Nature Preserve park, you can find the link/URL of the park below. The park is located in McLean, Virginia, part of Fairfax County, Virginia which borders that state of Maryland and America’s capital, Washington D.C.. Scott’s Run nature preserve park lacks an official mission, although, based on the park’s history, the local residents in partnership with a national conservation organization fought to preserve the land from a housing developer that plans to build homes within this land in the mid-sixties. Eventually, the local residents were able to acquire the land from the developer by agreeing to

Some fun facts is that there is only one national natural landmark and that is the point of arches. There is over 3,000 miles of rivers and streams, and that is a lot for a park especially for Washington. There is 73 miles of wilderness coast. Wow! 60 named glaciers(not counting the ones that aren’t named). Our legs started to hurt on the second day because there’s over 64 trailheads and we only did about 20 of them. I wish i was a Junior Ranger because in 2005 there was about 8,400 rangers. I guess that’s why the park is popular. The park must be huge because there was about 457 buildings. And i was lucky to get one because there was a lot of people. I should’ve brought my fitbit because there’s 611 miles of trail. I would’ve of gotten all my steps in by the time I was done that day. What I didn’t think would happen is that there would be 2,002 law enforcements reports in 2005 which was a surprise to me. I was kind of scared because I didn’t know what would happen. Also in 2005 there was 31 search and rescue missions. Everything happened in 2005 from the rangers and law enforcement reports to the search and rescue missions. Now that I have learned about all five parks I see that not all have a good

Author of “Before They’re Gone”, Michael Lanza is a freelance writer and wildlife photographer. He is an avid cyclist, backpacker and climber. He is an award winning author and public speaker. “The Big Outside” is Lanza’s online blog, where he talks about adventures with his family. He also an editor of “Backpacker Magazine”. He is very aware of climate change and its effects on our environment. He has seen these affects first hand as well, he has traveled to New Zealand. Norway, Spain, Himalaya, Iceland and Patagonia. United States National Parks are one of his favorite subjects to explore and enjoy with his family.

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.

The preservation of wilderness that national parks offer is comforting to us; we know that our true home is out there somewhere remaining pure; therefore we may continue living our daily lives with the comfort.  However, as Cronon points out, our careful sectioning off of designated wilderness areas may lead to more environmental harm than good by possibly allowing a sense of irresponsibility to develop between people and the natural environment.  Cronon explains that if we see the environment as only small sections of our world meant to be visited as if they served the same purpose as museums, then we cut ourselves off from the natural world and no longer feel a true responsibility toward it, or possess a real knowledge of it.  Furthermore, in urban areas, people exist no longer as member of the natural world but as spectator of the nature. We live our daily life admiring the natural world and yet our ability to protect the nature and adopt a smart use of the natural resources becomes more and more weak as the time unfold.  That is by far what Cronon calls the manifestation of our lack of knowledge about nature and how to use it. He tries to emphasis this by saying that “Idealizing a distant wilderness often means not idealizing the environment in which we live […] we need an environmental ethic that will tell us as much about using nature as not using it.”

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The protection of these parks are crucial and government funding to keep them running is a smart investment option. John Garder states, “In 2014, the National Park System received over 292 million recreation visits. Park visitors supported nearly $30 billion in economic activity and nearly 277,000 private-sector jobs. Each federal dollar invested in the National Park Service generates $10 in economic activity, a tremendous return on investment to local economies.” Multiple professionals in the degree of policy and business, from Solutions, a popular magazine wrote, “Research shows that protected areas are the most effective—in some situations the only—way of maintaining natural ecosystems in the face of development pressures, rapid agricultural expansion, and a rush to exploit mineral resources.”

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American history had been born of discovery and industrialization, however early founders believed that certain spaces that garnered appreciation and interest were deemed worthy of government intervention and policy thus incorporating National Parks into American society. There were many people of utmost significance that contributed to the founding of national parks but the person with the most influence was John Muir. The work and ideas created by Muir and several other founders led to what we today consider to be the establishment of both recognized and sanctioned national parks. To completely understand how momentous the movement for the establishment of the National Parks was, one must recognize who participated in the achievement of these environments, how these parks are inaugurated, and the prominence they continue to hold today.

Brazos Bend State Park offers the perfect sanctuary for species conservation. I observed how animals are closely dependent on the environment. Any small modification to the environment can result in big changes to an entire population of animals. Conservation movements not only must emphasize the conservation of species but also the conservation of the land. Parks, as this one, should always be funded because it allows people to explore nature. This park provides us with an idea of natural equilibrium. All the biotic and abiotic components of a habitat bring life together in the wilderness. Everything in the natural world is placed strategically for a reason and for a purpose. This trip increased my appreciation for nature even

While locals are decidedly against the current procedures of KNP, journalists and conservationists are divided in their opinions. Many agree with locals that the park should be held accountable and its policies should be revised. Ritwick Dutta argues that KNP is “one of the most poorly managed and administered conservation parks in the country” and “is not a symbol of conservation success” (2017). Dutta also urges that “its model cannot be and should not be replicated in other parks,” which is a sentiment held by many other conservationists (2017). However, some conservationists still uphold the park’s achievements

Our nations incredible 401 National Parks are some of the most iconic places on the face of the earth. From the Grand Canyon to the Great Smoky Mountains our nation's national parks are something we should be proud to have. Lately our National Parks have been under threat from both Environmental and Political issues both putting our National Parks at risk. We need preserve the National Parks for generations to come. The National Parks show the most amazing parts of this great nation, they are the source of billions of dollars in revenue, and they are the home to countless forms of wildlife.

The website for the national and state park systems helps to enlighten the public on the subject of impending changes in policy and regulations, as well as new developments in different parks. Due to this, the parks and recreation districts judge that individuals and families will be more agreeable to the idea of traveling to parks in different states because of the easy accessibility of directions and information about the parks. Owing to the latest rise in interest of campgrounds and recreation areas, there has been an increase in funds. This new revenue has made possible the purchase of more parkland throughout the United States. Without prevailing use of the Internet, this most likely would not have been possible. The East Bay Park District has been able to purchase 1,476 of land. This is the single largest acquisition that the Park has made in over twenty years. The York Center Park District been able to purchase and protect a 20-acre area in the last five years. This is the largest area they manage. With the acquisition of supplementary parkland, it is more likely that this land will continue in its natural condition and not be converted into an urbanized region.