#ParkChat

Mountains (in the singular)

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Q1. We've talked mountains before on #ParkChat, but never in the singular. If you had to choose one, what mountain within our National Parks and public lands deserves the crown. Why?

59NationalParks
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Q2 #ParkChat During the first year of our 59 National Park adventure I climbed 9 mountains (couldn’t do it now 😉). Which Park Mountains have you summited? Please count your car summits too. Planning on climbing one soon? Describe your experience(s).

Wild_Tribute
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Q3. Did you know Long's Peak is the only 14er in Colorado within a National Park? What mountain outside a National Park today could easily have a National Park created around it with the mountain itself as the focal point? #ParkChat

59NationalParks
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Q4 #ParkChat There really is nothing more breathtaking than a mountain lake or waterfall. Have you had experience with such features while hiking in the mountains? Tell us where you saw lakes and waterfalls and share a photo or two.

Wild_Tribute
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Q5. Snow and water are constants on mountains. Anything in particular on a certain mountain within our public lands that is particularly unique that adds to its splendor? #ParkChat

59NationalParks
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Q6 #ParkChat Many people, including me, have a fear of heights. What strategies do you use in the mountains to cope with steep drop offs? Have you ever been deterred from hiking a mountain trail or driving a mountain road due to your fear of heights?

Wild_Tribute
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Q7. Peak Baggers, High Pointers, High Altitude Seekers all have one thing in common. Summits. What's your most memorable summit? Tell us about it. #ParkChat

59NationalParks
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Q8 #ParkChat Mountain hiking and climbing in Park Mountains can be dangerous. Such dangers include falls, lightning strikes and wildlife encounters. What preparations do you take before a mountain hike? Have you ever gotten into a jam in the mountains?

Wild_Tribute
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Q9. A name can really add to the grandeur of a mountain. Do you have a favorite? Name it. #ParkChat

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Q10 #ParkChat Here are the mountain ranges in the United States:

Appalachians

Rocky

Sierra

Adirondacks

Cascades

Ozarks

Brooks

Alaska

Which range has the best National Park experiences? From the list, which was the last range you visited?

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Q11. Ok, what's your favorite mountain that is not stateside? Where and why? #ParkChat

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Q12 #ParkChat Does anyone have an announcement?