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Centennial Initiative 2016

"The coming of the 2016 centennial of the National Park System is an opportunity to restore the luster of our national parks and inspire future generations to protect these national treasures."

- U.S. Senator Ken Salazar, Statement on the National Park Centennial Fund Act, April 2008. The Honorable Ken Salazar was confirmed as the 50th Secretary of the Interior on January 20, 2009.

Learn more about the National Park Service Centennial and what the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail is doing to help accomplish those goals.

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Our annual report for the fiscal year of 2008 can be accessed here. For more information, please click on contact us.
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Did You Know?
The oldest fruit tree in the National Park Service can be found at Oxon Hill Farm. For centuries the making of cider from apples has been more than just pressing fruit to provide a delicious drink. Cider making was a social event for family and neighbors.

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Last Updated: September 22, 2009 at 13:21 EST