WHEREAS, the National Park Service, hereinafter known as the "NPS", and NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, hereinafter known as "GSFC", share a mutual interest in the advancement of public literacy in science and mathematics through technology; and

WHEREAS, both parties share an interest in land, air, and space resources; and

WHEREAS, the NPS manages natural and cultural resources that hold a great interest to the American public for their scientific, educational, aesthetic, cultural, and recreational opportunities; and

WHEREAS, GSFC possesses the technology and interest to provide appropriate educational materials to educational institutions and the American public. Products and programs could include, but are not limited to:

• Video Productions
• Cooperative Web Sites
• Training
• Joint Publications
• Teaching Materials
• Visitor Center
• Educational Materials
• Exhibits
• Maps
• Geographic Illustrations

IT IS FURTHER AGREED to share and make available resources of mutual interest to the public through educational programs, visitor centers, and media products. It is also agreed that the NPS and GSFC will explore innovative ways to share staff and expertise through voluntary services and or interagency personnel agreements. GSFC agrees to offer access to digital images of Landsat 4 and 5; Thematic Mapper data created by the Goddard Landsat Browse facility and similar materials; tertiary applications of satellite imagery and digital elevation models for the creation of 3-D perspective landscapes and animations; and support in providing descriptions and interpretations of the images.

IT IS FURTHER UNDERSTOOD that this document represents a simple intent to work together to find common educational goals and solutions and does not legally bind either party to produce a product or provide funding.

IT IS FURTHER UNDERSTOOD that any reimbursable arrangement between the parties shall require a separate agreement. This Memorandum of Understanding will remain valid for five (5) years from the last signature date.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties do hereby execute this Memorandum of Agreement.

(signed) Denis P. Galvin, Acting Director, National Park Service, 4/23/97

(signed) Joseph H. Rothenberg, Director, Goddard Space Flight Center, April 23, 1997