National Park Service Celebrates 104th Anniversary!

National Park Service Celebrates 104th Anniversary!

Jemaine Lovers: Wow, I can't believe summer is almost over.  We had a wonderful visit to Yellowstone and Grand Tetons - see my video at https://youtu.be/FYi2A0hAcVk and facebooks posts at https://www.facebook.com/Jemaine-the-Traveling-Goat-108427280677221.  Also, don't forget to follow me on Instagram at...

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IS IT SAFE TO CROSS THE COUNTRY IN AN RV?

IS IT SAFE TO CROSS THE COUNTRY IN AN RV?

Hello Everyone! Sorry that I have been silent for a little bit, been focusing on my Secrets of the National Parks Videos on YouTube:  Jemaine the Traveling Goat.  Check them out, new secrets each week!! I thought this article was interesting. ...

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New Junior Ranger Railroad Program available through the National Parks Foundation

New Junior Ranger Railroad Program available through the National Parks Foundation

All you train lovers out there... The National Park Service (NPS), Union Pacific Railroad and the National Park Foundation (NPF) have released the Junior Ranger Railroad Explorer activity booklet free to download!  Learn how the transcontinental railroad impacted the country,...

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Cheri reads Jemaine the Traveling Goat on YouTube!

Cheri reads Jemaine the Traveling Goat on YouTube!

If you are looking for something to occupy the kids time during quarantine, check out the Jemaine the Traveling Goat YouTube Channel.  Specifically, there is a video of me reading my book, Jemaine the Traveling Goat.  Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWofJKpRbuo  

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Plans to Reopen National Parks?

Plans to Reopen National Parks?

The communities around the National Parks are concerned about the spread of the virus to local citizens.  However, economic pressures in these gateway towns are starting to mount.  Over $1 billion is spent annually by visitors in local economies...

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Today is World Book Day!

Today is World Book Day!

I didn't even know this existed, but today (4/23) is World Book Day in the US! (Not to be confused with World Book Day in the UK, which was March 5th, or World Read Aloud Day, which was February...

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National Parks offer virtual visits!

National Parks offer virtual visits!

As you know, many of the parks are closed or partially closed due to COVID 19. Please check with individual park sites before you make plans.  But if you can't go, attached is a link to short virtual tour, that...

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April is Earth Month!

April is Earth Month!

Did you know April is Earth Month?  We may not be getting out as much as we would like, but we can still do things to lighten our spirit!  If you donate to "plant a tree" through the National...

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National Parks close due to the Coronavirus…

National Parks close due to the Coronavirus…

Like many of you, I was thinking that now might be a great time to visit a National Park.  Fresh air, nature, and unlimited social distancing, combined with free entrance - what could be better!  Unfortunately, many people had...

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National Parks set new visitation records!

National Parks set new visitation records!

Despite issues at some parks, the National Parks are setting new visitation records!  Just more reason to plan in advance, whether you want to camp, or stay at a local resort.  See this article about Joshua Tree, and other...

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