Death Valley National Park

Baring their Teeth: The Anasazi Legacy The culture of the Ancient Puebloans, or Anasazi, is mostly left to mere guesswork. Their written language is a dead to today 's linguists. The only thing left to understand about their lives is found in what they left behind; which was much more than a few pieces of gorgeous pottery. For 2,000 years the anasazi ruled Mesa Verde, Chaco Canyon, and Kayenta, spanning most of the southwest United States writes Kathy Weiser. From 1200 B.C. to 1300 A.D. The…

Appalachian Mountains, The Smoky Mountains National Park is 520,000 acres and spans across Tennessee and North Carolina border. The Mountains in the park can range from approximately 875 feet to 6,643 feet above sea level. The Great Smoky Mountains are named for the large mist that seems to blanket the tops of the mountains. The Cherokee call the mountains shaconage, meaning “place of the blue smoke”. If you are going to spend the weekend in the park there are a few things you have to do while…

There is no greater retreat on earth than a weekend spent in a Smoky Mountain cabin. This relatively affordable abode comes in a few different forms ranging from exquisitely luxurious to rustically quaint. No matter what your tastes, you are certain to find a Smoky Mountain cabin that is right for your vacation. The first step to your own Smoky Mountain getaway is as close as your computer. I found a lot of resources that will point anyone looking for a romantic retreat like this on the…

Mountains of high and valley low, the Great Smoky Mountains are one of the most intriguing parks to learn about and to discover what the park’s true purpose is. From the park's first primitive ages, to present day, the view of the National Park has changed through the test of time. The different climates and changes to the environment are absorbing and important to not only the people who act as caretakers of the park, but the people who admire the beauties of the park as well. This park is one…

Located on the United States’ east coast, the range resides between Tennessee and North Carolina – mostly along their shared border. Much of the mountains are protected by the National Park Service to preserve…

blanket Tennessee hills, highways and byways. While you may prefer driving to view the lovely leaves, alternate vehicles such as bicycles, helicopters, boats, hot air balloons and trains are available. Hiking and horse trails and are located in state parks. Piggy-backing leaf peeping with fun activities is trending now. We've compiled Nashvillian's pet…

occupied over a variety of years, spanning from ca. 850 until the early portion of the 1100s, with some later occupation towards the end of that same century. Site Location and Setting: Located in the southeast part of New Mexico, Chaco Culture National Historical Park houses many intriguing ruins. Within the canyon, Pueblo Bonito was…

Over the summer, I went to the world’s oldest mountain range in The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. I explored the mountains that shaped America’s History. I saw the sights and sounds of this beautiful, diverse park. It may not have the tallest mountains, but they offer beautiful views, and are home to many animals. Also, it is the most visited national park because of its closeness to many people in the United States. My trip to the Smoky Mountains was a trip of a lifetime. Upon a…

with fall colors. Gatlinburg is home to several public parks that offer hiking trails at no cost. One of the most popular parks to visit is the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This park gives one a great opportunity to go on a hike and breathe in the fresh mountain air. The most beautiful waterfalls are found along the way, and one may get a chance to peek at bears, elk, or several species of bird, giving the best experience to see all the park has to offer. However, the best part about it…

Death Valley was discovered by a party of pioneers heading to California in 1849. Prior to their discovery the Timbisha Shoshone Indians had lived in the area for centuries. The first white settlers in the area where Andrew Laswell and Cal Mowery and where the first to use irrigation for crops in the area. Mining began in Death Valley after the discovery of silver and many boomtowns started to appear in the area. The mining lasted for about a century, but many of the mines did not produce high…