Welcome to National Parks Traveler 2.0, which is a significant upgrade from the original version launched in August 2005 that we believe will provide you with even more value from the site.
Overall, the bottom line remains the same: National Parks Traveler works to educate the public about the national park system, increase awareness and understanding of issues affecting the national parks and the National Park Service, and build a stronger advocacy for protection and sound stewardship of the parks.
Along the way to fulfilling that mission, we hope to build a community, for in truth there are countless national park travelers with many experiences, points of view, and interests in the park system. While the primary focus of the Traveler will continue to be to shine a light on the National Park Service and the system it oversees and encourage debate and discussion, we hope you’ll come to view the Traveler as a cyber-lounge of sorts where you can share your park experiences with others who love the parks.
National Parks Traveler takes a conscious effort to avoid the ranting and raving of typical blogs and focus instead on thoughtful debate about management issues that affect the places we love to visit.
Rather than try to squeeze everything – posts, links, resource materials – onto the home page, we offer a Visitor Center that allows you to reach out to other park travelers in our forums, dive into our archives, find helpful and interesting links and blogs pertaining to the parks, and read book reviews. There are plans for park-specific pages -- a place to get the latest details on travel, news, maps, discussion, and other resources all related to a specific park.
The Traveler is built around the idea of community, and we invite you to join. If you'd like to, take a minute and create an account through the “log in” button in the upper right-hand corner. It’s free, and your info (like email) will remain tucked safely away from Internet robots.
As a member, you’ll be able to upload a photo of yourself, create a small bio for others to view, use a form to email other members directly, and enable others to read your collection of comments across the site. That said, you need not be a member to comment. We allow you the ability to comment anonymously.
As we move forward, we welcome your comments, thoughts, and suggestions on how we can all work together to ensure that America’s national park system remains the global leader in the national parks movement.
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.
- Washington: National Parks Traveler is registered with Washington State’s Charities Program as required by law and additional information is available by calling 800-332-4483 or visiting www.sos.wa.gov/charities, or on file at Charities Division, Office of the Secretary of State, State of Washington, Olympia, WA 98504.
Comments
Congratulations. It's great to see the two of you partner. I'm about to launch RSS feeds for the sections of the Yellowstone Newspaper (actually, they're already up, but I haven't published them yet as I see if there are any kinks). That can hardly cover the full range of stuff for all the parks, but it does a pretty good job for Yellowstone and Grand Teton. I hope you and your readers will find them useful and will let everyone know when they are live (probably July 1, though it could be a day or two sooner).
National Parks Traveler has been an amazing source for new information and fresh commentary. When I compile the aforementioned newspaper, it's always, always, always a stop along my way.
Jim Macdonald
The Magic of Yellowstone
Yellowstone Newspaper
Jim's Eclectic World
Congratulations! The new interface looks great, and I'm eagerly anticipating the results of your collaboration. Both NP Traveler and Park Remark have proven their worth many times over, and this new vision should be even more valuable for those of us who love the parks.
Ranger Bob
Home Page: http://www.bobmackreth.com
Blog: http://retreadranger.blogspot.com/
Hey - if you guys did such a great job apart, imagine what NPT will be like! Keep up the great work! The new look and feel is wonderful.
Great new interface. Big Congrats.
all good for your and this blog
from Portugal,
fernando_vilarinho
This is the BEST site I've found if you are seeking not only the best Nat. Park info, how-to's, what not to miss etc., but it also gives the concerned reader/traveler an easy way to keep informed about what is happening - both positive and of great concern - in the parks! Keep up the AWESOME WORK!