Fruit Rancher, Family Man, Writer...Father of the National Park Service!
John Muir played many roles in his life, all of which helped him succeed in his role as an advocate for Nature. As America’s most famous naturalist and conservationist, Muir fought to protect the wild places he loved, places we can still visit today. Muir’s writings convinced the U.S. government to protect Yosemite, Sequoia, Grand Canyon and Mt. Rainier as national parks.
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John Muir Birthday Earth Day Celebration!
Join us on April 18th, 2015 for the John Muir Birthday Earth Day Celebration! Bring the whole family. Entrance is free! Click for more information.
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2015 Full Moon Walks
Join a ranger for an interpretive walk during the evening on Mt. Wanda. Multiple dates available. Click for more information.
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Mount Wanda Walks!
Please join us for a ranger guided hike on Mount Wanda. For times, dates and more information please click the link below.
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John Muir NHS's Mt. Wanda
Named for Muir's eldest daughter, Mt. Wanda is 326 acres of oak-woodland for you to explore 7 days a week, sunrise to sunset.
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Where is John Muir's Home?
John Muir worked, raised a family and wrote in his Martinez, CA home. Muir's wife Louie and his in-laws the Strentzels were from the Alhambra Valley.
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Join Us On Facebook!
We are now on Facebook! Click the "Read More" link below to access our page and feel free to "Like" us to show your support for the park.
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Volunteer Today!
We are always searching for volunteers to be a part of the John Muir National Historic Site. Please click on the "Read More" link below.
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