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AlaskaNPS
RT @BeringLandNPS: Q10) Here’s a toughy. It’s something park rangers and land managers grapple with all the time. How do we inspire others…
59NationalParks
RT @BeringLandNPS: Q10) Here’s a toughy. It’s something park rangers and land managers grapple with all the time. How do we inspire others…
LiveaMemory
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beckyjlomax
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs @BeringLandNPS The pink girls! Whoop. Whoop. #Parkchat
unconpeace
replying to @beckyjlomax @beckyjlomax @BeringLandNPS It looks like you included all the senses except taste. Unless you put your tongue on the glaciers. #parkchat
Mars744
replying to @BeringLandNPS @BeringLandNPS A10: Inspire by example. Take people to see first-hand how important it is to have wild places. A forest, an ocean, a mountain, etc all are different, but all have unique purposes. #parkchat
t_jh2009
replying to @BeringLandNPS @BeringLandNPS A10) I've gotten some flack for saying this about the Wilderness Areas but I feel that as humans we need to keep these areas as wild as possible and restrict human activities so that the wildlife has a place to stay wild & not be exposed to humans. #ParkChat
BeringLandNPS
replying to @NakMakFeegle @NakMakFeegle #parkchat yes, I just imagine a never ending city. I'd feel trapped all the time.
rscottjones
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @Parkasaur @BeringLandNPS Same. Bush flight cost is prohibitive for backcountry adventures, at least for my budget. #parkchat
59NationalParks
RT @RCGibby73: @BeringLandNPS A10: By taking others to these places and they can see that National Parks are much more than Half Dome or Ol…
unconpeace
replying to @BeringLandNPS @BeringLandNPS As you can see, the toughest questions bring out the best answers here on #parkchat
Parkasaur
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs @BeringLandNPS You should! Scanners are great for that sort of thing! #ParkChat
coasthikergirl
replying to @unconpeace @unconpeace @beckyjlomax @BeringLandNPS How amazing food tastes after a long day hiking. #parkchat
59NationalParks
Q11 #ParkChat We have been to the wilds of #Alaska but only for a few hours. It’s so inspiring while simultaneously so daunting. No human made sounds but also no help. No rush of civilization but also no signal. How long could you survive and thrive 168 miles off the grid?
coasthikergirl
replying to @coasthikergirl @unconpeace @beckyjlomax @BeringLandNPS Or the incredible taste of wild greens and berries #parkchat
ParksandPoints
replying to @RCGibby73 @RCGibby73 @BeringLandNPS Indeed! Though one #NPS managed park actually is (was) an amusement park, Glen Echo in Maryland! #ParkChat
batsandsharks
RT @BeringLandNPS: Q10) Here’s a toughy. It’s something park rangers and land managers grapple with all the time. How do we inspire others…
BeringLandNPS
replying to @WildWithinHer @WildWithinHer #parkchat Yes, images are powerful. A several people were inspired by @NatGeo.
Wild_Tribute
RT @59NationalParks: Q11 #ParkChat We have been to the wilds of #Alaska but only for a few hours. It’s so inspiring while simultaneously so…
beckyjlomax
replying to @unconpeace @unconpeace @BeringLandNPS Well, yes, I have put my tongue on a glacier and dipped toes in the icy runoff. Gotta go for the full experiential thing! #ParkChat
brian_heyman
replying to @publiclandlvr @publiclandlvr @BeringLandNPS @IndianaDunesNPS @RedwoodNPS @everykidinapark @ChildrenNature @NatParkTrust Same, we are incredibly inspired by all the other #parkchat parents. Her first hike was Forest Park in Queens, in our @Ergobaby. Seems like a lifetime ago now.
RCGibby73
A10(b): Here’s a thought, let’s encourage and showcase good behavior on Public Lands. Call out culture and shame culture does not have the effect you think and only causes arguing and strife. #PublicLandsLOVEyou #ParkChat
59NationalParks
replying to @unconpeace @unconpeace @BeringLandNPS Perhaps the best compliment the #ParkChat family has ever had.
tthrash
replying to @Parkasaur @Parkasaur @BeringLandNPS @TRooseveltNPS Not terribly. It was in the north unit, and I wasn't on a trail for very long before realizing it was just me and the bison. #parkchat
coasthikergirl
replying to @t_jh2009 @t_jh2009 @BeringLandNPS Amen. When I’m out on long trails hiking through wilderness areas I’m grateful for the opportunity to be there and also glad that we’re restricted to one small corridor #parkchat
Parkasaur
replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones @59NationalParks @BeringLandNPS I sometimes wonder if I won’t ultimately be happier making one backcountry adventure in a wilderness Alaska Park, even at the tradeoff of not making it to all of them. it’s a tough one. #ParkChat
WildWithinHer
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks A11. I suspect not very long. I'm more of a "read about it in a book while relaxing in a backcountry lodge" kind of gal. #ParkChat
BeringLandNPS
replying to @brian_heyman @brian_heyman @publiclandlvr @IndianaDunesNPS @RedwoodNPS @everykidinapark @ChildrenNature @NatParkTrust @Ergobaby @melissa_sue @MorristownNPS @NYCParks @NortheastNPS #parkchat Woohoo, adventure baby!
beckyjlomax
replying to @coasthikergirl @coasthikergirl @BeringLandNPS Me, too. They have been such a part of my favorite parks. #ParkChat
t_jh2009
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks A11) These days probably not so well with my mobility issues though when I was younger I did pretty well on my backcountry outings with the Boy Scouts. #ParkChat
coasthikergirl
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks A11 #parkchat I’d manage okay for a week or so but then I’m sure I'd get lonely and hungry
RCGibby73
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks A11: Not long at all but longer that I think. #ParkChat
c2avilez
replying to @BeringLandNPS @BeringLandNPS A10 I feel like Disney or Pixar could help here. Make a movie celebrating the birth of our park system and highlighting how to care for it on story form. They are good at weaving in these themes, and plenty of young parents watch WITH their kids. #ParkChat
e_terren
replying to @BeringLandNPS @BeringLandNPS A10. I've long said interpretation is everything. Take, show, explain, demonstrate, share enthusiasm. Inspire them to be interested in some aspect of nature, and the rest may fall into place. I've seen it work. #parkchat
EverybodysNPs
replying to @BeringLandNPS @BeringLandNPS A10: @YosemiteNPS, part of the junior ranger program was to collect trash. The pink junior Rangers received biodegradable bags and gloves. Now if every visitor received that upon entry, maybe people would take more notice and be more conscientious about #leavenotrace. #ParkChat
publiclandlvr
replying to @BeringLandNPS @BeringLandNPS A10: I always come back to this: “If we want children to flourish, to become truly empowered, then let us allow them to love the earth before we ask them to save it." -David Sobel #ParkChat
NakMakFeegle Wild_Tribute
Huge thank you to @BeringLandNPS! Fantastic chat everyone. Let’s keeping loving the places we call wild, sharing them, and taking care of them! @59NationalParks #ParkChat
BeringLandNPS
replying to @RCGibby73 @RCGibby73 #parkchat Yes, I agree. Wish I had a more thoughtful reply but this chat is going so fast.
Backpackjohn1
RT @Wild_Tribute: Huge thank you to @BeringLandNPS! Fantastic chat everyone. Let’s keeping loving the places we call wild, sharing them, an…
59NationalParks
A12 #ParkChat Because the tweeps demanded it. We are proud to announce that the @NatlParkService will be a guest host for our Founders Day chat on August 21st. Much more to come on this special edition of #ParkChat @naturetechfam @Wild_Tribute
unconpeace
replying to @coasthikergirl @coasthikergirl @beckyjlomax @BeringLandNPS How amazing beer tastes after a long day hiking #parkchat
Of_David_YaH ParksandPoints
replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute @BeringLandNPS @59NationalParks Great chat, thanks for the guest hosting @BeringLandNPS !! #ParkChat
clsmithAK
RT @BeringLandNPS: A2) Surrounded by granite tors with no trees to block your view. #parkchat https://t.co/Ecf36PH5KE
Crystal_Shiva
RT @AlaskaNPS: A9: Solitude. Empowerment. Peace. Soul. Beauty. Being. #parkchat #WildPlaces
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