Redwood National and State Parks

On the continent of America, there are a myriad of natural wonders, called National Parks, that outshine the rest of the country in terms of beauty. Luckily, these areas are protected by the national government in order to provide areas for citizens to take a break from the day to day hustle, and enjoy a vacation with family in some of the most beautiful places in the world. One of these areas, Yosemite National Park, is located in the beautiful mountains of California. Yosemite is home to…

Have you ever been to a national park? Most people have been to a national park in their lives, but few have heard about Providence Canyon. That is because it never became a national park, instead, it became a state park. I believe this was a terrible decision and their are numerous reasons why I believe this that I will explain in this essay.…

sought by congress and state were quite different, where the federal government focused on funding a long term program with 7.8 billion dollars in funding over a period of 30 years, state government initially promised a quick fix by purchasing 187,000 acres via payment of 536 million USD in form of bonds. Ultimately both legislative echelons failed to deliver their promise because of funding cut backs. The congress failed to sustainably deliver its promised aid while the state of Florida missed…

Can you imagine buying a pet without researching anything about it? Well, that's what people in Florida are doing with their Burmese pythons. Burmese pythons are negatively affecting the ecosystem. The informational article states, "...they have chemical receptors in their tongues and heat sensors along their jaw so they can hunt at night." This shows that even if they can’t see they can still hunt with other parts of their bodies because they have special hunting tools to use. The newspaper…

with high winds and a lack of proper monitoring of what started out as a small fire in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, became an unprecedented catastrophe for the city of Gatlinburg and portions of Pigeon Forge. In an area of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP), called Chimney Tops, a wildfire broke out (some claim it was started by kids), on November 23, 2016. Park personnel, not only failed to monitor this fire during the next several evenings, but later discovered on…

part of the identity of people living in Louisiana, that they have actually become a symbol of the state. The American Alligator was voted the state reptile of Louisiana in 1983. Alligators are so well liked that there is an Alligator Festival in Luling, Louisiana. Arts and crafts, live music, and thrill rides are available.Alligators are native to Louisiana. They can be found throughout the state living in swamps, rivers, and lakes. Louisiana has a population of about two million alligators.…

the elk?" So, not everyone agrees that this has been beneficial. Moreover, the wolf has been enlisted and delisted numerous times on the endangered list. Some states have even changed protection laws on the wolf. In the past, when protection laws weren't established, there has been hunters who have killed some. So, while Congress and states have swayed their ruling on the wolves, ESA (Endangered Species Act) are currently protecting the wolves. There is clear political controversy on this issue.…

How would someone describe the snowy mountains of Yellowstone National Park, Montana? Everything is covered in snow, the white frosted ground crunching underneath the boots of people. Every tree is covered in layers of snow, an avalanche happening every time the branches slightly swayed. Buffalo would roam around like cattle would on a farm. Everything is frozen, turning the fingers and faces of young and old a bright red. The hot springs and geysers showering mist on the nearby flora covering…

How are the Burmese Pythons changing the Everglades? Well first of all ,imagine walking outside and seeing a big brown snake slithering across your yard, YIKES! The Burmese python is affecting the Everglades in a negative matter. They are overpopulating the land. Their arrival is making people want to get rid of them. So they are having people go try to kill the snakes for money, (some have never even seen a Burmese Python before). Also some don’t even have experience with snakes. This…

situated in the state Ohio, United States. Mahoning is a native American word, which means ‘salt lick’. Previously, the place was an important part of Columbiana and Trumbull counties. But, today Mahoning county is the county is emerging as a new county. The lower cost of living and higher opportunities make this place perfect. Mahoning has numerous attractions to visit. The Chagrin Water Falls is the most-visited and popular tourist spot in the county. The location holds a park and waterfalls,…