Everybody's National Parks
100 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 119 ratingsConversations with guests and experts about different aspects of America's National Parks including favorite hikes and activities with kids, nature, wildlife, history and issues affecting the parks.
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ENP 11.2 Everglades/Biscayne: Trip Report (Part 2)
January 29, 2019 15:00 - 28.8 MBDescription: In episode 11.2 Danielle, Bryan and their daughters talk about their trip to Biscayne National Park in Southern Florida. This is part 2 of the trip report. In Part 1 (episode 11.1), they talk about visiting Everglades National Park during the government shutdown. Discussion includes the following: · Support the National Park Foundation’s Park Restoration Fund (0.45) · About Biscayne National Park (2:25) · Boca Chita and other tours through Biscayne National Park Instit...
ENP 11.1 Everglades & Biscayne: Trip Report (Part 1)
January 17, 2019 19:25 - 48.8 MBDescription: In episode 11.1 Danielle, Bryan and their daughters talk about their trip to Everglades National Park during the government shutdown. The next episode will be part 2 of the trip discussing Biscayne National Park. Discussion includes the following: · How to help the National Parks recover from the impacts of the Government Shutdown (0:15) · Debate to cancel our trip during the Government Shutdown and current conditions of Everglades National Park (1:56) · Stop for fruit sh...
Announcement: New Episode Thursday
January 15, 2019 05:38 - 707 KBAnnouncement: New Episode Thursday
ENP 10.0 Looking Back and Looking Forward to 2019
January 01, 2019 13:00 - 44.5 MBDescription: In episode 10.0 Danielle, Bryan and their daughters talk about their favorite experiences in exploring the National Parks, tips for families visiting and a preview of park we will visit in 2019. Discussion includes the following: · List of National Parks visited by Everybody’s National Parks (1:20) · Danielle and Bryan each share their top 5 National Park experiences to date (3:26) · Danielle and Bryan’s daughters share their favorite experiences and advice for kids (23:04...
ENP 9.3 Crater Lake: The Legacy of Mount Mazama
December 18, 2018 13:00 - 25.4 MBDescription: In episode 9.3 Bryan talks with Park Ranger Mimi Gorman about how Crater Lake was created by Mount Mazama, what makes it special, mysteries about the lake, the legacy of Mount Mazama and tips for visitors. Discussion includes the following: · What is Crater Lake and why is it special (1:16) · Mount Mazama, how the lake was formed, and underwater volcanic features (2:50) · How does the water level stay consistent (5:20) · Gold Prospectors “discovered” the lake (7:24) · Cr...
ENP 9.2 Crater Lake: Tips for Planning Your Trip
December 04, 2018 14:02 - 24.6 MBDescription: In episode 9.2 Bryan talks with Park Ranger John Duwe about planning a visit to Crater Lake National Park, including tips for visiting the lake for the first time, hiking, camping, biking, swimming and fishing. They marvel at what makes Crater Lake a place of wonder. John Duwe is Education Coordinator at the Science and Learning Center at Crater Lake National Park. Discussion includes the following: · What is Crater Lake (2:10) · Where is Crater Lake (2:55) · Mt. Mazama Vo...
ENP 9.1 Crater Lake: Trip Report
November 20, 2018 20:27 - 16.8 MBDescription: In episode 9.1 Bryan talks with his brother Dan about their trip to Crater Lake National Park in September 2018. Bryan and Dan talk about appreciating the clear crystal blue lake from many different vantage points including swimming in the very cold lake. Discussion includes the following: · Mazama Campground and evening ranger program (2:17) · Cleetwood Cove Trail (5:25) · Swimming in Crater Lake (6:11) · Boat Tour (9:03) · Wizard Island (12:55) · Pacific Crest Trail (1...
ENP 8.5 Grand Canyon: Celebrating 100 Years Looking Back and Looking Forward
November 06, 2018 05:00 - 9.9 MBDescription: Grand Canyon National Park celebrates its Centennial in 2019. In this episode Bryan speaks with Park Ranger Perri Spreiser about modern history of the Grand Canyon. Ranger Perri shares stories from Spanish explorers arriving at the Grand Canyon in search of gold to it becoming a tourist destination as well as plans for the next 100 years. This is episode number 8.5, the fifth episode in our series on Grand Canyon National Park. Discussion includes the following: · Spanish C...
ENP 8.4 Grand Canyon: Learn About and Honor Native American Culture When You Visit
October 23, 2018 15:14 - 11.9 MBDiscussion includes the following: · Native American tribes around the Grand Canyon (2:03) · Visiting Native American Reservations and Etiquette (2:51) · Tourist experience incorporating the Native American context to your visit to the Grand Canyon (4:33) · Rock art (6:55) · Native American interaction with Grand Canyon (9:52) · How does National Park Service interact with Native Americans (12:38) · Legends of origins (20:38) Resources: Grand Canyon National Park: People https://ww...
ENP 8.3 Grand Canyon: Geology and the Earth’s Story from the Rocks
October 09, 2018 14:41 - 13.6 MBDescription: In episode 8.3 Bryan speaks with Joel Kane, seasonal park ranger and geologist at Grand Canyon National Park about how the Grand Canyon is one of the best geology classrooms in the world showing 2 billion years of geologic history visible to visitors. Discussion includes the following: · How was the canyon formed and why are we able to see so much of earth’s history (2:35) · Vishnu basement rocks at bottom of the Canyon and why named after Hindu God (3:56) · Plate tectonic...
ENP 8.2 Grand Canyon: Tips for Planning Your Trip
September 26, 2018 05:48 - 17.4 MBDescription: In episode 8.2, Bryan speaks about planning a trip for families to the Grand Canyon with Mike Buchheit, the Field Institute Director for the Grand Canyon Association, the nonprofit partner for Grand Canyon National Park. Mike helps run the Canyon Field School for underserved children, as well as the Field Institute, which offers family tours and hikes of the canyon. Discussion Includes: · About the Grand Canyon Association and Field Institute (2:11) · How to plan a trip ...
ENP 8.1 Grand Canyon: Trip Report
September 11, 2018 15:53 - 21.9 MBDescription: Bryan and Danielle talk about their family trip to the Grand Canyon at Christmas time with the grandparents. The kids also share their impressions of the Grand Canyon. We also briefly talk about Montezuma Castle National Monument, which we visited on our way back to the airport. Discussion includes the following: · Logistics (2:02) · Grand Canyon Lodging, South Rim (3:02) · The Rim Trail (6:44) · Grand Canyon Village (8:16) · Trail of Time (12:05) · Shuttle System (15:5...
ENP 7.5 Olympic National Park: Pacific Coast
August 28, 2018 04:00 - 31 MBDescription: In episode 7.5 Bryan speaks with lead coastal interpreter park ranger Jared Low about the wilderness of the Pacific coastline of Olympic National Park, what to see and do and a very special rescue effort. Discussion includes the following: · Description of coastal stretch of Olympic National Park (1:42) · Unique characteristics (4:12) · Marine species and tide pools (8:50) · Weather, swimming and sunbathing (13:31) · Endangered species and success story (16:52) · From ...
ENP 7.4 Olympic National Park: Hurricane Ridge
August 14, 2018 04:00 - 17 MBDescription: Bryan talks with park ranger Greg Marsh at Olympic National Park about Hurricane Ridge, why it is special and what to do when you visit. He also talks about the fun town of Port Angeles, his punk rock band and his annual spring family pilgrimage to see the whale migration. Discussion includes the following: · What is Hurricane Ridge and what makes it special (2:06) · Bicycling Hurricane Ridge Road (3:06) · Why is it called Hurricane Ridge (4:08) · How the forest changes...
ENP 7.3 Olympic National Park: Hoh Rainforest
July 31, 2018 04:00 - 13.1 MBDescription: Bryan talks with Rachel Berger, an interpretive park ranger at Olympic National Park about the Hoh Rainforest, why its special and what to do when you visit. Discussion includes the following: · What is the Hoh Rainforest and why are there rainforests in the Pacific Northwest? (2:15) · How did Hoh avoid being logged? (3:02) · How much rain does the Hoh Rainforest get? (3:50) · Description of Hoh Rainforest (4:31) · What’s a moss mat (6:08) · Description of ground cover ...
ENP 7.2 Olympic National Park: Planning Your Trip
July 17, 2018 04:00 - 36 MBDescription: Bryan talks with Penny Wagner, Public Information Officer for Olympic National Park about how to navigate Olympic National Park and tips for a week-long family vacation. Discussion includes the following: How to spend 1 day at Olympic (2:44) Driving in the park and highway 101 rehabilitation (7:07) How to organize a week-long family trip (10:09) Understanding the cultural history of the park (18:48) Camping and lodging in Olympic (22:07) Multi-use trails (bikes, horses, ...
ENP 7.1 Olympic National Park: Trip Report
July 03, 2018 04:00 - 34 MBDescription: Bryan talks with his brother Dan about their trip to Olympic National Park in the fall of 2017. They discuss their highlights and challenges of visiting the park in the shoulder-season. Discussion includes the following: Dan’s ’84 Chevy (2:34) Lake Quinault Lodge (3:52) Enchanted Valley Hike to O’Reilly Creek-13miles (4:53) Ruby Beach (12:55) Hoh Rainforest (13:40) Firewood challenge (18:22) Bear canister challenge (19:53) Ozette (21:00) Sol Duc Hot Springs (27:30...
ENP 6.7 Great Smoky Mountains: Mountain Magic - Hiking Every Trail
June 19, 2018 05:00 - 31.5 MBDescription: Bryan and Danielle speak with Liz Etnier, who became passionate about hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains at age 58. With 800 miles of trails, she set out a goal to hike every trail in the park before her 60thbirthday. Her book, the Day Hiker’s Guide to all the Trails in the Smoky Mountains,has resulted from her hours of planning, and from the subsequent urging by her hiking friends to write it all down. Discussion includes the following: How did Liz set this goal? (2:47) ...
ENP 6.6 Great Smoky Mountains: Archeology and Cultural History
June 05, 2018 11:00 - 48 MBDescription: Bryan discusses the diverse and rich history of Great Smoky Mountains National Park with park archeologist, Heath Bailey and interpretive park ranger Florie Takaki. Come for the great vistas and great hikes, stay for the cultural history. Discussion includes the following: · What is an archeologist and what does Heath do for the park? (1:09) · Scope of archeology in the park and accessibility to visitors (4:54) · Where to find known CCC lookout sites (6:57) · Original Trai...
ENP 6.5 Great Smoky Mountains: A Fragile Diverse Forest
May 22, 2018 04:15 - 25.3 MBDescription: Bryan first discusses the biodiversity of Great Smoky Mountains National Park with Paul Super, the Research Coordinator of the Appalachian Highlands Science Learning Center (1:03). Then Bryan speaks with Kris Johnson of the National Park Service about the health of the forest (28:04). Discussion includes the following: · About the Appalachian Highlands Science Learning Center (1:22) · Species Mapper (2:30) · Ecosystem and different habitats (4:39) · Impact of humans on th...
ENP 6.4 Great Smoky Mountains: Recreation and Insider Tips
May 08, 2018 15:26 - 42.5 MBDescription: This is episode 6.4, the fourth episode in our series on Great Smoky Mountains National Park. First, Bryan speaks with Dana Soehn, the parks spokesperson. Dana talks about recreation and how to tackle this vast and myriad park. Next, Danielle speaks with Brent McDaniel of the park’s nonprofit partner, Friends of The Smokies about insider tips for visitors. Discussion includes the following: · National Park Service plans to close Claude Moore Colonial Farm. Voice your opinion ...
ENP 6.3 Great Smoky Mountains: Backpacking Tips with Adventure Archives
April 24, 2018 17:08 - 16.3 MBDescription: This is episode 6.3, the third episode in our series on the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Bryan talks to Andrew and Bryan Lin of Adventure Archives, a family-friendly film series on YouTube with beautiful cinematography, original music and thoughtful narration about four friends going on backpacking adventures exploring nature in the US and around the world. Discussion includes the following: What is Adventure Archives (1:51) Identifying flora skills (6:35) Backpa...
ENP 6.2: Great Smoky Mountains: Trip Report Part 2 - North Carolina
April 10, 2018 13:28 - 19.5 MBDescription: This is episode number 6.2, the second episode in our series on the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Bryan, Danielle and their two daughters spent spring break of 2018 exploring the North Carolina side of the park along with a brief visit to Asheville, NC and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Announcements: Please help us grow our audience. Tell your friends. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Tag us, #everybodysnationalparks from the parks you are visiting. Sup...
ENP 6.1: Great Smoky Mountains: Trip Report Part 1 - Tennessee
March 28, 2018 02:06 - 22.4 MBDescription: This is episode number 6.1, the first episode in our series on Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Bryan and Danielle reminisce about their first camping trip there in the spring of 2017. Support our show on Patreon. For show notes or to become a Patron, go to everybodysnationalparks.com. Discussion includes the following: · Brief description of our trip (3:40) · Cades Cove: Campground, Loop, Visitors Center (4:28) · White Oak Sink Trail to see wildflowers (12:53) · Lau...
ENP 5.5 Virgin Islands National Park: History and Tips from a Park Ranger
March 13, 2018 15:13 - 14.9 MBDescription: Bryan speaks with Park Ranger Alanna Smith about the history of the park and tips for visitors. This interview was recorded in 2017 prior to Hurricane’s Irma and Maria. Although the island of St. John has changed and is still recovering, this information is still useful now and in the future. Discussion includes the following: · A brief history of the park - history of the island, cultural influences and significance for establishment and protection of the park. (1:46) · Par...
ENP: 5.4 Virgin Islands National Park: Coral Reef and Snorkeling in the Post-Hurricane Environment
February 28, 2018 04:51 - 22.7 MBDescription: In today’s episode 5.4 Danielle speaks with Jeff Miller, fisheries biologist for the National Park Service about the coral reef and snorkeling around Virgin Island’s National Park following Hurricanes Irma and Maria. Even though the island has changed due to the storms, the water is still blue and there are beautiful things to see. Discussion: · Jeff’s experience waiting out the hurricanes at home on St. John (2:08) · Jeff describes what he does as a fisheries biologist for...
ENP: 5.3 Virgin Islands National Park: Archeological Evidence of a Long Cultural History
February 13, 2018 15:07 - 20.3 MBDescription: Bryan talks with archeologist Ken Wild about the rich human history of St. John, where the oldest known site goes back to 800 BC. Ken is the Cultural Resource Manger and Archaeologist for the Virgin Islands National Park and Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument. Discussion includes the following: Ken’s experience during and post-Hurricanes (1:25) Ken’s silver lining perspective (4:03) Archeological Museum at Cinnamon Bay and Artifacts (5:46) Cultural History in Brie...
ENP: 5.2 Virgin Islands National Park: Park Status Post-Hurricanes
January 30, 2018 14:25 - 14.7 MBDescription: Bryan talks with Acting Superintendent Darrell Echols of Virgin Island National Park about the hurricane damage to the park, recovery efforts, and expected progress in the coming months. The island and people of St. John are resilient. The sentiment of the local community, even if they lost their homes, is positive, “I’m alive. Life is great. I’m very happy.” Discussion includes the following: Status of park as of January 2018 (0:55) Where was park staff during the storms (3...
ENP: 5.1 Virgin Islands National Park: Trip Report and Hurricane Recovery
January 16, 2018 11:00 - 23.6 MBDescription: Bryan and Danielle talk about their family trip to Virgin Islands National Park in St. John prior to the devastation of Hurricanes Irma and Maria. The National Park announced on December 20, 2017 that all beaches, trails and roads are reopened. Check the website for the latest hurricane recovery status. You may support recovery efforts by donating to Friends of Virgin Island National Park or St. John Rescue. Discussion includes the following: Danielle’s introduction about the...
ENP 4.8 GYE: Yellowstone: A Glimpse of the Cosmos in One National Park
January 02, 2018 13:39 - 17.7 MBDescription: Visitors to Yellowstone are witnesses to one of the most dramatic natural laboratories on the planet, which provides answers to the origin of life on earth, to the diversification of life, to solutions to modern day problems faced by society. Bryan talks with scientist Bruce Fouke about his study of Mammoth Hot Springs and how his research is applied to challenges faced by society, now and in the future and how to use your visit to Yellowstone to better understand the Cosmos th...
ENP 4.7 GYE: Yellowstone and Native Americans
December 19, 2017 14:56 - 16.9 MBDescription: Bryan talks with historian Mark David Spence about Native Americans in Yellowstone. People have been coming here for thousands of years. It connects you to hundreds of generations of people. That’s what Yellowstone can do. When you talk to native peoples, you realize it is a landscape full of stories, full of features that people wouldn’t recognize otherwise. Keep in mind the worldview you bring coming into the park and then acknowledge there are stories here you have never con...
ENP 4.6 GYE: Yellowstone: Wolves and Bears
December 05, 2017 17:11 - 17.3 MBDescription: Bryan talks with Jim Halfpenny about wolves and bears in Yellowstone. Jim is an author, scientist, educator, and tracker. Jim has written over 25 books and videos including, "Yellowstone Wolves in the Wild" and “Yellowstone Bears in the Wild.” Jim is co-owner of A Naturalist`s World, dedicated to providing educational programs and materials about natural history and ecology. Discussion includes the following: · Description of A Naturalist’s World. (1:21) · How are the new wo...
ENP 4.5.2 GYE: Yellowstone: Planning Your Trip (Part 2)
November 21, 2017 19:37 - 23.2 MBDescription Bryan talks with MacNeil Lyons about planning a trip to Yellowstone with kids. MacNeil is a published writer, photographer, naturalist and owner of tour company Yellowstone Insight. MacNeil previously worked for the National Park Service as an Interpretive Park Ranger beginning in 1996. Discussion includes the following: · Yellowstone for Families program (1:34) · Yellowstone Insight tours for families (7:14) · Tips for avoiding crowds (10:55) · What kids like most on Yell...
ENP 4.5.1 GYE: Yellowstone: Planning Your Trip (Part 1)
November 07, 2017 21:51 - 26.7 MBDescription Bryan talks with Jess Haas from Yellowstone Forever, the official nonprofit partner with the National Park Service in Yellowstone National Park. They help with educational programming, funding research, and bookstores in the park. Then Danielle talks with her friend, Alex about the tour she did with her family through the Yellowstone Forever Institute. Discussion includes the following: · What is Yellowstone Forever (0:25). · How should family approach planning a trip to Yel...
ENP 4.4 GYE: Yellowstone Education Programs and Tips for Families
October 24, 2017 04:00 - 18.5 MBDescription Bryan talks with Matt Ohlen, Education Specialist in the Division of Resource Education and Youth Programs of the National Park Service at Yellowstone National Park. Bryan and Matt talk about school programs and tips and recommendations for families planning a trip to Yellowstone. Discussion includes the following: · Expedition Yellowstone - Curriculum based education programs for school groups (4:20) · Expedition Yellowstone Sample itinerary (16:54) · How should a family p...
ENP 4.3 GYE: Yellowstone and its future with David Quammen
October 11, 2017 20:40 - 49 minutes - 22.5 MBDescription Bryan talks with David Quammen, author of both fiction and non-fiction, and the sole writer of National Geographic Magazine’s May 2016 issue on Yellowstone in honor of the centennial of the National Park Service. He also published Yellowstone: A Journey Through America’s Wild Heart” in August of 2016. They talk about a number of issues affecting the park. Discussion includes the following: · Is Yellowstone too small? Yellowstone National Park as a part of the Greater Yellowsto...
ENP 4.2 GYE Part 2: Grand Teton Trip Report
September 27, 2017 16:28 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBDescription: This is the second episode in a series about the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Bryan and Danielle talk about the second leg of their trip in Greater Yellowstone to Jackson, Wyoming and Grand Tetons National Park in the wintertime. They talk about snowshoeing (4:44), the National Elk Refuge (9:22), Dornan’s Restaurant and Million Dollar Cowboy Bar (12:15), wildlife viewing (14:50), and cross-country skiing at Teton Pines Nordic Center (22:10). Resources: Grand Tetons Nationa...
ENP 4.1 GYE: Yellowstone Trip Report
September 14, 2017 02:08 - 50 minutes - 23.2 MBDescription: This is the first episode in a series about the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. First, Bryan talks about how listeners may help the victims of Hurricane Irma on St. John, home to Virgin Islands National Park (0:28). Next, Bryan and Danielle talk about their trip to Yellowstone National Park in the wintertime, including logistics of getting there (4:40); preparing for the cold temperatures (10:59); seeing wildlife from the snow coach (13:45); the Snow Lodge, food and amenities (1...
ENP 3.5 Zion National Park: Archeology
August 29, 2017 14:14 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MBDescription: Bryan talks to Russell Cash, park ranger and archeologist with the National Park Service, about the archeological background of Zion National Park. Russ talks about search and rescue efforts in the park (0:30); Native American history in Zion (10:28); the archeology trail (16:10); petroglyphs, pictographs and vandalism (19:20); what happened to Native people (23:57); protected rock art in the back country (31:54); and Mormon pioneers (35:25 ). Resources: Zion National Park app ...
ENP 3.4 Zion National Park: Geology
August 16, 2017 14:18 - 39 minutes - 18 MBBryan speaks to Dave Sharrow, hydrologist and natural resource manager at Zion National Park. Dave explains the erosion we see in Zion, which creates the spectacular, scenic canyons (2:16); the Colorado Plateau (7:06); hikes to see geological history (10:36); natural events, such as rock falls and flash floods (22:03); and what is happening to the cottonwood trees (30:10). Resources: Riverside walk https://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/riversidewalk.cfm Kolob Terrace https://www.citrusmilo....
ENP 3.3: Zion National Park: Nature/Hiking and Backpacking Tips
July 26, 2017 14:40 - 47 minutes - 21.6 MBENP 3.3: Zion National Park: Nature/Hiking and Backpacking Tips Bryan talks with his first guest, Cass Bromley, Chief of Resource Management and Research at Zion National Park about animals and plants found in the park. In particular California Condors (1:25), different habitats (4:24), what animals can one expect to see (6:06), how best to see wildlife (16:24), threatened and endangered species (17:28), and wildflowers and other plant life (20:24). Bryan’s second guest, Corey Cronin, talk...
ENP: 3.2 Zion National Park: Expert Tips from an Outfitter
July 17, 2017 02:41 - 49 minutes - 22.9 MBDescription: Bryan talks to Bailey Schofield of Zion Adventure Company about the company’s services (2:00), back-country hikes and canyoneering (6:26), kid-friendly hikes (18:45), being prepared for hiking the Narrows (22:30), differences between Zion’s east side and main canyon area (33:49), and visiting Zion in different seasons (38:18). Resources: Zion adventure company http://www.zionadventures.com Backpacking permits https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/backpackingpermits.htm The Subw...
ENP 3.1: Zion Trip Report
June 29, 2017 19:05 - 58 minutes - 26.6 MBDescription: Bryan talks with his friend Dave about their trip to Zion National Park. Dave describes the Scenic Drive (4:46). They discuss observations and lessons they learned on the hikes they did, including Emerald Pools (8:10), The Narrows (13:50), Watchman (23:42), Angels Landing (27:08), Pa’rus trail (44:35) and Kolob Canyon (46:40). Lastly they discuss Watchman Campground (50:24) Resources: Cliffrose Lodge https://cliffroselodge.com Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/index.ht...
ENP 2.4.2: Shenandoah History: Part 2
June 12, 2017 01:47 - 53 minutes - 24.7 MBThis is the second of 2 parts on Shenandoah’s History, which will end our series on Shenandoah National Park. We hear from 3 historians: Sara Gregg from the University of Kansas focuses on land use policy. Katrina Powell at Virginia Tech researched letters written by families displaced due to the parks creation. Audrey Horning is an Anthropology and Archeology Professor at William and Mary in Virginia. She conducted a multi-year Survey of Rural Mountain Settlements in the Virginia Blue Ridge ...
ENP 2.4.1: Shenandoah History: Part 1
June 12, 2017 01:43 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBThis is the first of 2 parts on Shenandoah’s History. We hear from 3 historians: Sara Gregg from the University of Kansas focuses on land use policy. Katrina Powell at Virginia Tech researched letters written by families displaced due to the parks creation. Audrey Horning is an Anthropology and Archeology Professor at William and Mary in Virginia. She conducted a multi-year Survey of Rural Mountain Settlements in the Virginia Blue Ridge from 1995-1998. In Part 1 we hear how a park came to Sh...
ENP 2.3: Shenandoah National Park: Plants and Animals
May 11, 2017 17:06 - 49 minutes - 22.7 MBDescription Danielle talks with Ann and Rob Simpson, biologists and photographers, about their nature guides for the National Parks (0:40), the diverse ecosystem of Shenandoah National Park (4:14), wildflowers, orchids and threats to plants (12:10), birds (24:19), butterflies (35:15), wildlife (39:43), and the endemic Shenandoah Salamander found no where else in the world (46:35). Related Links Nature Guide books by Ann and Rob Simpson http://www.annrobsimpson.com/books/ Shenandoah Nationa...
ENP 2.2: Shenandoah National Park: Ranger’s Tips and Camping with Amy
April 26, 2017 15:15 - 45 minutes - 20.9 MBDescription: Danielle first talks with Sally Hurlbert, who has been with the National Park Service in Shenandoah for 21 years. Sally describes the layout of the park (0:52), the four types of hikes available and recommended hikes (2:28), other activities available (12:34), who visits the park (16:21), volunteer opportunities (19:04) and relationship with the community (19:55). Danielle’s second guest is her good friend Amy, who frequently camps and hikes in Shenandoah National Park with her ...
ENP 2.1: Shenandoah Trip Report
March 27, 2017 16:47 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MBDanielle and Bryan talk about 3 trips taken to Shenandoah National Park in Virginia in 2016 with their 2 young children. Bryan describes Shenandoah National Park, Skyline Drive and gives a brief history of the park (0:52). They talk about the astronomy program including a guest interview with their oldest daughter (5:41), staying at the cabins at Big Meadows Lodge (12:01), ranger programs (20:09), bear sightings (21:10), and both daughters talk about monarch butterfly volunteer program (23:37...
ENP 1.1: Rock Creek Park and Great Falls
March 08, 2017 14:56 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBBryan talks with Christopher Barr about Rock Creek Park in Washington, DC and Great Falls Park in Maryland and Virginia. Their discussion includes hikes to do with kids, spring spawning runs and gold mines. Mr. Barr is a lawyer in Washington, DC with interests in hiking, nature, history and paleontology. He is the author of the website, DCfossils.org that talks about fossils found in architecture around our nation’s capital.
ENP 0.0: Introducing Everybody’s National Parks
March 08, 2017 14:54 - 25 minutes - 11.8 MBMeet hosts Danielle and Bryan and hear about what inspired us to start Everybody’s National Parks.