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Capulin Volcano NM
New Mexico
We hiked up the extinct Capulin Volcano!
We visited Capulin Volcano National Monument and spent an entire day exploring the volcano and the surrounding hiking trails.
Ari and Jessi Adler
36°46'43.35"N, 103°58'46.81"W
Capulin Volcano NM
New Mexico
We hiked up the extinct Capulin Volcano!
We visited Capulin Volcano National Monument and spent an entire day exploring the volcano and the surrounding hiking trails.
37°56'4.26"N, 75°22'32.44"W
Assateague Island
Maryland
Virginia
Assateague Island - The Land of Horses
Discover one of the few places in America where horses roam free. Assateague Island is a barrier island between Maryland and Virginia.
Jose Molina
37°56'4.26"N, 75°22'32.44"W
Assateague Island
Maryland
Virginia
Assateague Island - The Land of Horses
Discover one of the few places in America where horses roam free. Assateague Island is a barrier island between Maryland and Virginia.
42°22'50.07"N, 76°52'24.41"W
Watkins Glen State Park
New York
Discover the Beauty of Watkins Glen State Park
Experience one of the most visited parks in the Finger Lake region of New York State.
Jose Molina
42°22'50.07"N, 76°52'24.41"W
Watkins Glen State Park
New York
Discover the Beauty of Watkins Glen State Park
Experience one of the most visited parks in the Finger Lake region of New York State.
Explore Historical Parks
- Illinois
Pullman NHP
The Pullman Historic District is a living monument to the country's industrial past. Located just south of Chicago, the district was built in the 1880s by George Pullman, founder of the Pullman Palace Car Company. Pullman designed the district as a model community for his workers, with wide streets, beautiful parks and comfortable homes. However, the district also played an important role in American labor history. In 1894, workers at the Pullman Palace Car Company went on strike to protest wage cuts and poor working conditions. The strike quickly grew into a national movement, as workers across the country refused to handle Pullman cars. The boycott eventually forced George Pullman to agree to the workers' demands, making the Pullman Strike one of the most significant labor protests in American history. Today, the Pullman Historic District is a powerful reminder of the country's industrial past.
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- Georgia
Kennesaw Mountain
Kennesaw Battlefield Park is a Civil War battleground of the Atlanta Campaign. It also contains Kennesaw Mountain. On June 27, 1864, Union troops launched an unsuccessful assault on Confederate positions atop Kennesaw Mountain. Despite the defeat, Sherman continued his march towards Atlanta, which he captured on September 2, 1864. Today, visitors to Kennesaw Battlefield Park can hike to the top of Kennesaw Mountain and see the remains of earthworks built by both Confederate and Union soldiers. The park also features a museum with exhibits on the Civil War and the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain.
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- Pennsylvania
Gloria Dei Church
Gloria Dei Church, also known as Old Swedes' Church, is a historic church located in the Southwark neighborhood of Philadelphia. The church was built between 1698 and 1700, making it the oldest church in Pennsylvania. The church is a National Historic Landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The church is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The church was founded by Swedish immigrants who had come to Philadelphia in 1643. Built in the Swedish Baroque style, the church features a choir loft, an organ, and a pulpit. The church has a long and rich history that is reflected in its collection of artifacts. The bronze crosses and 18th century Bibles are just a few of the pieces that the church has acquired over three centuries. A cemetery contains the remains of some of the original Swedish settlers.
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Explore Natural Parks
- Alaska
Aniakchak
Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve is one of the least-visited places in the National Park System. Located on the Aleutian Range of southwestern Alaska, it is extraordinarily remote. But those who make the journey are rewarded with a unique and beautiful landscape. The monument consists of the region around the Aniakchak volcano, mostly barren volcanic terrain of an active caldera. The weather is notoriously difficult, but this only adds to the sense of adventure. For those looking for an off-the-beaten-path destination, Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve is definitely worth a visit.
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- South Carolina
Congaree
Congaree National Park is home to an astonishing variety of plant and animal life. The park's floodplain forest is the largest intact expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern United States, and it provides habitat for a wide variety of species. The Congaree and Wateree Rivers that flow through the park support the growth of national and state champion trees, including the tallest tree in North America. Visitors to Congaree National Park can enjoy a variety of activities, such as walking the boardwalk trail, kayaking on Cedar Creek, birdwatching, and fishing. The park's diverse ecosystem is sure to provide an enjoyable and educational experience for all who visit.
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- Michigan
Porcupine Mountains
Michigan's largest state park is a wonder to behold, with old-growth forest, rivers and waterfalls – all along the shoreline of Lake Superior. It boasts more than 90 miles of hiking trails and options for camping. You won't want to miss the Lake of the Clouds and the Presque Isle River.
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