Let's Explore

National parks contain many of our nation's most treasured landscapes, from the majestic mountain ranges of Alaska to the vast prairies of the Everglades. Learn about the natural resources in parks, from the rocks under our feet to the sky overhead and everything in between. Discover the issues that affect our parks and how we join with neighbors and partners to address them. Meet the people who protect our parks and learn how you can help preserve these treasures for generations to come.

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Park Science Magazine Summer 2025 Issue

The summer 2025 issue of Park Science Magazine is out, and it's packed with cutting edge science!

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Outside Science (inside parks)

Part citizen science, part education, this video series highlights the many ways young people are getting involved in science in parks.

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Conservation at Home

Learn how you can help conserve parks and other protected areas by taking simple actions at home.

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Calling All Junior Explorers!

Explore nature from the comfort of your home and earn a badge or digital high five!

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I Didn't Know That!

Protecting our parks is a job for us all, but there's no way for everyone to be an expert in everything. Learn something new!

Last updated: September 5, 2025

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