Iguaçu National Park

here's what we came up with. Please note: they're all so awesome we haven't put them in any particular order. 1. Perito Moreno Glacier Another UNESCO site, and this one you will find in El Calafte, a small town which is home to Los Glaciares National Park. What's of interest here? The Perito Moreno Glacier, not only is it the third largest fresh water reserve on the planet, it is also home to an 18 mile long ice formation. The visitor center is just two hours from the town and from the center

and left them in a worse state than they were before, so he could try and find a new meaning for his life which in turn resulted in his death. When Chris’s name is brought up often so is John muir, a famous explorer and nicknamed “the father of National Parks”. Chris did nothing of the sorts, he left an inconsistent diary and a few pictures, the comparison of the two is unfair towards Muir. Although Chris did have a good relationship with his parents he took a very extreme step in trying to “fix” the

Our National Parks are facing some major problems, and it is starting to show its damaging effects. The places we have kept protected from people are now seeing major problems from the number of things changing on our planet. The first thing that has been affecting our national parks is the budget for these parks. Most national parks are free, so they are not making any money, which can become a problem. The second thing that is effecting the National parks is the crazy climate change, and how it

Patriots Day. Patriots’ weekend, how about Patriots’ Weekends. It is hard to sum up Minute Man National Historical Park offerings in just a day or weekend. Because of the numerous activities the park schedules, it is a safe bet to cover three consecutive Saturdays worth of events which make up this unique Massachusetts event. Local area towns begin to roll out their celebrations the weekend before Patriots’ day (an official state holiday the third Monday in April). In Concord, the town turns

In the article Impacts of Hunting on Tropical Forests in Southeast Asia, by Harrison and others, the authors examine how a wide variety of factors have influenced hunting practices in Southeast Asia and led to a rapid decline in animal populations in the region. According to the criteria outlined by Clark, the problem in this article is well defined: the practices employed by hunters are unsustainable and indiscriminate, destroying large numbers of vulnerable and rare animal species. Solutions

in the National Park System can sometimes be difficult to categorize due to their diversity, each site is given a designation that attempts to best capture the nature and uses of site. As determined by Congress in 1970, all units within the system have equal legal standing. This means that all sites within the National Park System have equal protection under the law. The National Park System falls under the purview of the Department of the Interior. Designations within the National Park System include:

What are National Parks and why are they Important? Why should we protect them? Introduction: “Canada’s national, provincial and territorial parks are protected wilderness areas set aside by and for the people of Canada, forever. Parks are places we dream about – where we get inspired by nature’s beauty, spend time with family and friends, learn about nature, and enjoy healthy outdoor activities” (CPAWS, par. 1). Not only are these areas beneficial to us but they are home to many different species

One summer my parents informed my brother Ben and I we were going on a trip to Yellowstone National Park. I had never been so excited for anything in my life. I had a passion and love for nature, and being that Yellowstone had some of the most beautiful and interesting geological features on Earth, I knew I would have a blast. They said we would be going in a few weeks, and I literally couldn’t wait. I kept asking questions upon questions, and finally, my dad just got annoyed. “Go research it, Juliette

scenic and beautiful vacation. The Pyrenees can be filled with amusement, as long as you're open minded. Two of the main attractions, that many come to see include National Parks, and the Tour de France. Pyrenees National Park, is something that I trust everyone should witness at least once in their lifetime. The Pyrenees national Park is one of the last remaining natural wild landscapes in Europe. The reason behind why it is one of the last is because it shows significance of the landscape. The

Protecting National Treasures in the United States allow us to view our past, present, and future. We have the moral responsibility to keep our historical sites from deterioration. Viewing these treasures allow us to view the past and help mold the future for the generations to come. It’s a hard place to be when you want to protect these national treasures, but at the same time you want the world to progress in education, research, and into a more advanced society. This goal can lead us down a path