Exploring The Wonders Of The National Park System

August 16, 2018
Bison silhouette from Wind Cave National Park/NPS

The wonders of the National Park System are waiting for you/NPS

The wonders, and the mysteries, of the National Park System are amazing. That's obvious if you've explored one of caves in the system, combed the beaches of one of the national seashores for shells, or backpacked through the wilderness.

There are countless stories flowing out of the parks --news about the threat two non-native fungi pose to the ʻŌhiʻa trees at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, the ongoing stories of wildfires in the parks, and even Dr. Alfred Runte's essay about rail travel to the national parks and how it soon could be a thing of the past -- that merit attention.

Our job at the Traveler is, essentially, to uncover news and features about the parks to help you better understand and appreciate the wonders of the park system and the threats that rise up against it.

Help us broaden our coverage of the park system and keep you informed on the parks with a donation. It can be less than the cost of a mocha, latte, or six-pack, it can be made on a monthly basis, and it can be tax deductible, if you deduct charitable donations.

But, more importantly, not only will you benefit personally from our coverage of the parks every day of the year, but you'll help someone else benefit from that coverage, as well. And that's a good thing.

A copy of National Parks Traveler's financial statements may be obtained by sending a stamped, self-addressed envelope to: National Parks Traveler, P.O. Box 980452, Park City, Utah 84098. National Parks Traveler was formed in the state of Utah for the purpose of informing and educating about national parks and protected areas.

Residents of the following states may obtain a copy of our financial and additional information as stated below:

  • Florida: A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR NATIONAL PARKS TRAVELER, (REGISTRATION NO. CH 51659), MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING 800-435-7352 OR VISITING THEIR WEBSITE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.
  • Georgia: A full and fair description of the programs and financial statement summary of National Parks Traveler is available upon request at the office and phone number indicated above.
  • Maryland: Documents and information submitted under the Maryland Solicitations Act are also available, for the cost of postage and copies, from the Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, MD 21401 (410-974-5534).
  • North Carolina: Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 888-830-4989 or 919-807-2214. The license is not an endorsement by the State.
  • Pennsylvania: The official registration and financial information of National Parks Traveler may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling 800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.
  • Virginia: Financial statements are available from the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, 102 Governor Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219.
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