From the heart of SALT LAKE CITY, we bring you exciting news! The much-anticipated National Park Week commences on April 20, and during this week, all national parks that usually require an entrance fee will be open to the public for free.
Did you know that the United States is home to an impressive 429 national parks? These parks are a testament to the country’s rich ecological diversity. Utah is proud to host five of these national treasures:
One of these is the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, a vast expanse that stretches over 1.25 million acres across Arizona and Utah. This park has planned a week-long series of activities starting from Saturday, April 20, aimed at rekindling the love for the great outdoors among adventure enthusiasts.
The National Park Service has released the following schedule of events for visitors to Glen Canyon:
- Saturday, April 20: Discovery. Join the annual community cleanup event from 8 a.m. to noon.
- Sunday, April 21: Volunteers. Lend your time and skills to the national parks. Explore various volunteering opportunities at Glen Canyon.
- Monday, April 22: Earth Day. Participate in this global event that encourages education and care for Earth’s natural resources.
- Tuesday, April 23: Innovation. Uncover the history of innovation preserved in national parks. Learn about current innovative projects happening in parks or through associated programs.
- Wednesday, April 24: Workforce Wednesday. Meet the dedicated team of employees, interns, fellows, volunteers, contractors, and partners at Glen Canyon.
- Thursday, April 25: Youth Engagement. Young people are encouraged to participate. Discover opportunities for youth and young adults in our parks and see what your peers are involved in.
- Friday, April 26: Community Connections. Learn about the impactful efforts of programs and partners within and beyond park boundaries across the nation.
- Saturday, April 27: Junior Ranger Day. Children and those young at heart can become Junior Rangers through on-site or online activities focused on learning about special places or topics, with the opportunity to earn a Junior Ranger badge.
- Sunday, April 28: Arts in Parks. Engage with the arts, past and present, within parks. Find inspiration and create art in these natural and historical settings.
Agree – National Park Week is the perfect time to appreciate the diverse beauty of America’s natural landscapes. Let’s celebrate and protect these amazing places for future generations to enjoy.
Agree – National Park Week is a great opportunity to showcase the beauty and importance of preserving America’s natural landscapes for generations to come. #NationalParkWeek #ProtectOurParks