On August 25th, 2016 we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the signing of the National Park Service Organic Act. With this piece of legislation, the National Park Service was born. We are hosting several special events during the week of August 25, 2016 to commemorate our 100th birthday. South Unit Events Thursday August 25th Following the event, the US Mint will release the newly designed Theodore Roosevelt National Park Quarter. Pictorial Postmark Celebrating the NPS Centennial Medora Post Office 8:00am to 4:30 pm Mountain Time The History, Development, and Future of the National Park Service with Clay Jenkinson Friday, August 26th Centennial Challenge! with Ranger Katie
Sunday, August 28
North Unit Events
Thursday, August 25th Birthday Cupcakes with Rangers 7:30pm Central Time
Juniper Picnic Area Cupcakes provided by Friends of TRNP
Fast and the Furriest with Ranger Jeff
Who are TRNP's Olympians and world record holders? 8:00pm Central Time Juniper Campground Amphitheater Friday, August 26th Theodore Roosevelt National Park Quarter Celebration Join Rangers for conversation and refreshments. Limited supply of quarters available. 10:00am Central Time Gallery Area at First International Bank and Trust in Watford City A Visit with Theodore Roosevelt played by Arch Ellwein
8:00pm Central Time
Juniper Campground Amphitheater
Saturday, August 27th
Wilderness Hike
Explore the badlands with Ranger Mat and visit some of the more remote areas of TRNP. Bring plenty of water and wear sturday shoes.
8:30am Central Time - Depart from Oxbow Overlook
Total mileage of the hike will be between 5 and 7 miles.
Events celebrating the NPS Centennial are planned throughout the year. View events (pdf) |
Last updated: August 16, 2016