As of 2008 21,989 employees of the NPS oversee 410units, of which 59 are designated national parks.
The National Park Service is celebrating its centennial in 2016.
History
National parks and national monuments in the United States were originally individually managed under the auspices of the Department of the Interior. The movement for an independent agency to oversee these federal lands was spearheaded by business magnate and conservationistStephen Mather, as well as J. Horace McFarland. With the help of journalist Robert Sterling Yard, Mather ran a publicity campaign for the Department of the Interior. They wrote numerous articles that praised the scenic and historic qualities of the parks and their possibilities for educational, inspirational, and recreational benefits. This campaign resulted in the creation of a National Park Service. On August 25, 1916, President Woodrow Wilson signed a bill that mandated the agency "to conserve the scenery and the natural and historic objects and wildlife therein, and to provide for the enjoyment of the same in such manner and by such means as will leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations." Mather became the first director of the newly formed NPS.
"The Scripture of Nature" (1851–1890) shows the beauty of Yosemite Valley and the geyser wonderland of Yellowstone. Additionally, it offers a lengthy discussion of how Yosemite and Yellowstone National Parks were created and shows how John Muir became their eloquent defender. Aired Sunday, September 27, 2009.
Here's How the National Park Service Got Started | History
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The National Park Service Inspires
To celebrate the 101st birthday of the National Park Service on August 25, 2017, the NPS and the National Park Foundation are inviting visitors of all ages to #FindYourPark/#EncuentraTuParque with free admission to the more than 400 national parks across the country.
published: 25 Aug 2017
Taking Care of 18 Acres: The National Park Service at the White House
The National Park Service have been taking care of the White House grounds since the 1930s — all 18 acres of it, and many of these service members have been here for over 35 years.
published: 27 Aug 2016
National Park Service designations explained
If you've ever wondered what makes National Parks, Monuments, Memorials, Recreation Areas, Historic Sites, Battlefields, Preserves, etc... different, here is an explanation of what the designations mean and how they are managed.
published: 04 Jul 2022
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They're yours you know? The National Park Service is 100 years old on August 25, 2016. This video will take you from 0-100.
Credit/Author: National Park Service, Mathew John
Track: Cis Minor, "Today I Am Happy, As Never Before"
Footage Provided by and Belongs to (Restricted): Florentine Films | Will & Jim Pattiz - More Than Just Parks | Jesse Rosten | Renan Ozturk -Camp 4 Collective and Entropy Boy Productions | Brand USA | Gavin Hefferman | Ryan Light Films | David Lerman | Harun Mehmedinovic- Sky Glow Project | Ian Shive - Tandem Stills + Motion | Steve Droter | Chris McKechnie | Robbins W. Barstow, Jr. Family Archives |Department of Interior | Harpers Ferry Center National Park Service | National Park Service
Special thanks: John C. Brookins, True MVMNT, Garrett Martin - VentureLife...
published: 25 Aug 2016
Veterans Day | National Park Service
In 2014 the National Park Service will honor America's warriors with free entrance to all parks for all visitors on November 11.
So on this Veterans Day, come see what you have been fighting for. Experience your America.
Explore the history of how the National Park Service came to be and how Presidents Lincoln, Grant, Roosevelt and Wilson helped protect areas like Yosemite and Y...
Explore the history of how the National Park Service came to be and how Presidents Lincoln, Grant, Roosevelt and Wilson helped protect areas like Yosemite and Yellowstone. Learn the difference between National Forests and National Parks.
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Explore the history of how the National Park Service came to be and how Presidents Lincoln, Grant, Roosevelt and Wilson helped protect areas like Yosemite and Yellowstone. Learn the difference between National Forests and National Parks.
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How a nation raised on conquering wilderness came to embrace conservation.
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To celebrate the 101st birthday of the National Park Service on August 25, 2017, the NPS and the National Park Foundation are inviting visitors of all ages to #...
To celebrate the 101st birthday of the National Park Service on August 25, 2017, the NPS and the National Park Foundation are inviting visitors of all ages to #FindYourPark/#EncuentraTuParque with free admission to the more than 400 national parks across the country.
To celebrate the 101st birthday of the National Park Service on August 25, 2017, the NPS and the National Park Foundation are inviting visitors of all ages to #FindYourPark/#EncuentraTuParque with free admission to the more than 400 national parks across the country.
The National Park Service have been taking care of the White House grounds since the 1930s — all 18 acres of it, and many of these service members have been her...
The National Park Service have been taking care of the White House grounds since the 1930s — all 18 acres of it, and many of these service members have been here for over 35 years.
The National Park Service have been taking care of the White House grounds since the 1930s — all 18 acres of it, and many of these service members have been here for over 35 years.
If you've ever wondered what makes National Parks, Monuments, Memorials, Recreation Areas, Historic Sites, Battlefields, Preserves, etc... different, here is an...
If you've ever wondered what makes National Parks, Monuments, Memorials, Recreation Areas, Historic Sites, Battlefields, Preserves, etc... different, here is an explanation of what the designations mean and how they are managed.
If you've ever wondered what makes National Parks, Monuments, Memorials, Recreation Areas, Historic Sites, Battlefields, Preserves, etc... different, here is an explanation of what the designations mean and how they are managed.
They're yours you know? The National Park Service is 100 years old on August 25, 2016. This video will take you from 0-100.
Credit/Author: National Park Servic...
They're yours you know? The National Park Service is 100 years old on August 25, 2016. This video will take you from 0-100.
Credit/Author: National Park Service, Mathew John
Track: Cis Minor, "Today I Am Happy, As Never Before"
Footage Provided by and Belongs to (Restricted): Florentine Films | Will & Jim Pattiz - More Than Just Parks | Jesse Rosten | Renan Ozturk -Camp 4 Collective and Entropy Boy Productions | Brand USA | Gavin Hefferman | Ryan Light Films | David Lerman | Harun Mehmedinovic- Sky Glow Project | Ian Shive - Tandem Stills + Motion | Steve Droter | Chris McKechnie | Robbins W. Barstow, Jr. Family Archives |Department of Interior | Harpers Ferry Center National Park Service | National Park Service
Special thanks: John C. Brookins, True MVMNT, Garrett Martin - VentureLife Films, Jonathan Thomason, Adrienne Norwood
They're yours you know? The National Park Service is 100 years old on August 25, 2016. This video will take you from 0-100.
Credit/Author: National Park Service, Mathew John
Track: Cis Minor, "Today I Am Happy, As Never Before"
Footage Provided by and Belongs to (Restricted): Florentine Films | Will & Jim Pattiz - More Than Just Parks | Jesse Rosten | Renan Ozturk -Camp 4 Collective and Entropy Boy Productions | Brand USA | Gavin Hefferman | Ryan Light Films | David Lerman | Harun Mehmedinovic- Sky Glow Project | Ian Shive - Tandem Stills + Motion | Steve Droter | Chris McKechnie | Robbins W. Barstow, Jr. Family Archives |Department of Interior | Harpers Ferry Center National Park Service | National Park Service
Special thanks: John C. Brookins, True MVMNT, Garrett Martin - VentureLife Films, Jonathan Thomason, Adrienne Norwood
In 2014 the National Park Service will honor America's warriors with free entrance to all parks for all visitors on November 11.
So on this Veterans Day, come ...
In 2014 the National Park Service will honor America's warriors with free entrance to all parks for all visitors on November 11.
So on this Veterans Day, come see what you have been fighting for. Experience your America.
In 2014 the National Park Service will honor America's warriors with free entrance to all parks for all visitors on November 11.
So on this Veterans Day, come see what you have been fighting for. Experience your America.
Explore the history of how the National Park Service came to be and how Presidents Lincoln, Grant, Roosevelt and Wilson helped protect areas like Yosemite and Yellowstone. Learn the difference between National Forests and National Parks.
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Whether you're looking for more on American Revolution battles, WWII generals, architectural wonders, secrets of the ancient world, U.S. presidents, Civil War leaders, famous explorers or the stories behind your favorite holidays.
HISTORY®, now reaching more than 98 million homes, is the leading destination for award-winning original series and specials that connect viewers with history in an informative, immersive, and entertaining manner across all platforms. The network’s all-original programming slate features a roster of hit series, epic miniseries, and scripted event programming. Visit us at HISTORY.com for more info.
How a nation raised on conquering wilderness came to embrace conservation.
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To celebrate the 101st birthday of the National Park Service on August 25, 2017, the NPS and the National Park Foundation are inviting visitors of all ages to #FindYourPark/#EncuentraTuParque with free admission to the more than 400 national parks across the country.
The National Park Service have been taking care of the White House grounds since the 1930s — all 18 acres of it, and many of these service members have been here for over 35 years.
If you've ever wondered what makes National Parks, Monuments, Memorials, Recreation Areas, Historic Sites, Battlefields, Preserves, etc... different, here is an explanation of what the designations mean and how they are managed.
They're yours you know? The National Park Service is 100 years old on August 25, 2016. This video will take you from 0-100.
Credit/Author: National Park Service, Mathew John
Track: Cis Minor, "Today I Am Happy, As Never Before"
Footage Provided by and Belongs to (Restricted): Florentine Films | Will & Jim Pattiz - More Than Just Parks | Jesse Rosten | Renan Ozturk -Camp 4 Collective and Entropy Boy Productions | Brand USA | Gavin Hefferman | Ryan Light Films | David Lerman | Harun Mehmedinovic- Sky Glow Project | Ian Shive - Tandem Stills + Motion | Steve Droter | Chris McKechnie | Robbins W. Barstow, Jr. Family Archives |Department of Interior | Harpers Ferry Center National Park Service | National Park Service
Special thanks: John C. Brookins, True MVMNT, Garrett Martin - VentureLife Films, Jonathan Thomason, Adrienne Norwood
In 2014 the National Park Service will honor America's warriors with free entrance to all parks for all visitors on November 11.
So on this Veterans Day, come see what you have been fighting for. Experience your America.
As of 2008 21,989 employees of the NPS oversee 410units, of which 59 are designated national parks.
The National Park Service is celebrating its centennial in 2016.
History
National parks and national monuments in the United States were originally individually managed under the auspices of the Department of the Interior. The movement for an independent agency to oversee these federal lands was spearheaded by business magnate and conservationistStephen Mather, as well as J. Horace McFarland. With the help of journalist Robert Sterling Yard, Mather ran a publicity campaign for the Department of the Interior. They wrote numerous articles that praised the scenic and historic qualities of the parks and their possibilities for educational, inspirational, and recreational benefits. This campaign resulted in the creation of a National Park Service. On August 25, 1916, President Woodrow Wilson signed a bill that mandated the agency "to conserve the scenery and the natural and historic objects and wildlife therein, and to provide for the enjoyment of the same in such manner and by such means as will leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations." Mather became the first director of the newly formed NPS.
In between awake and sleep Where all our unknown thoughts are caught I jerk and twitch, a leaping fish Finds open water, overboard It swims back beyond comprehension Free of reason, weight or wish While my mind's line snaps straight with tension Struggling with another fish It keeps you warm, you keep it quiet You carry it like cups of tea You sleep on it, but still don't buy it Carry it like a disease Quite enough for you to hear, a child born to the unprepared You tell yourself you've no idea But it is there, it's there A to B, to A to bed Wake up at A Each day's the same You thought you'd thought it all before Now something's gnawing at your brain Quite enough for you to hear, a child born to the unprepared You tell yourself you've no idea