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Bates Wilson

Bates Wilson

The Friends of Arches and the Canyonlands Parks: Bates Wilson Legacy Fund provides direct support to Arches and Canyonlands National Parks and to Natural Bridges and Hovenweep National Monuments in order to enhance existing projects in these spectacular areas to conserve the land and its cultural treasures for present and future generations to enjoy.

This mission honors the legendary work of Superintendent Bates Wilson, who came to Arches in 1949, inspiring and leading the effort that resulted in Canyonlands National Park being established in 1964. He is regarded by many as the "Father of Canyonlands."

Bates Wilson firmly believed that:

  • The park visitor must have a great experience;
  • Exploratory and educational opportunities must abound;
  • Preservation is our obligation to future generations; and that
  • Youth indeed are the future: Bates enhanced the lives of countless young people as they explored and learned to appreciate the parks with him.

Go to www.bateswilson.org to learn more or mail a check made out to Friends of Arches and the Canyonlands Parks/CNHA to:

Friends of Arches and the Canyonlands Parks
c/o CNHA
3015 South Highway 191
Moab, Utah 84532.

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The common raven displays abilities to play and problem-solve rare among animals. This member of the crow family is also very vocal, using a variety of sounds for communication. Perhaps because of these qualities, ravens have achieved a certain stature in both European and Native American folklore.

Last Updated: June 15, 2009 at 13:47 EST