National Parks

Experiencing a National Park and all its wonders is something that many people want to do in their lifetime. Seeing the untamed wilderness, as it was in centuries past, really brings joy to the visitors who travel to these magnificent parks. They want to see the natural beauty of America that has not only been protected for them and their children to enjoy but future generations as well.

Yellowstone National Park

Conservation is considered the main focus within these parks. “There is a common idea: the conservation of wild nature for posterity and as a symbol of national pride” (1). Having these parks protects not only natural areas but native wildlife as well. The first National Park created was in the United States of America, and its name is Yellowstone National Park (1872). “Hundreds of species of mammals, birds, fish and reptiles have been documented, including several that are either endangered or threatened” (3). It is important to have these parks to conserve the natural order of the different ecosystems, which provides a healthy environment for the wildlife.

Having these park areas also provides the opportunity for visitors to engage in recreation. There are many recreational opportunities for visitors including sightseeing, camping, boating, fishing, and hiking. These are just some of the things that make Yellowstone and other National Parks great places to travel to and explore.

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References

(1) Europarc Federation (eds.) 2009, Living Parks, 100 Years of National Parks in Europe, Oekom Verlag, Munchen

(2) "History of the National Parks". Association of National Park Authorities. Retrieved 17 June 2013.

(3) "Yellowstone Fact Sheet". National Park Service. August 10, 2006. Retrieved 2013-06-17.