Rocky Mountain National Park

History on the Rocky Mountain Arsenal. This facility was established after the attack on Pearl Harbor to manufacture chemical weapons in support of World War II. After the war ended there was not a need to continue to use this plant to develop chemical weapons and the property was leased out to civilian companies for different uses. Later the area was turned over to the U.S. Army, Shell Oil Company, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to start cleanup of the base. Rocky Mountain Arsenal was later…

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre Denver residents and music enthusiasts best associate the Red Rock Amphitheatre with concerts, graduations, and other performances. Red Rocks combines awe inspiring sites with naturally acoustic splendor. The Amphitheatre attracts audiences and big name musicians to it stage with ease. However, Red Rocks Amphitheatre has a rich history many do not consider while listening to their favorite band or enjoying the trails around the park. Many important figures and…

the use of all the resources that are having become overused and that face the risk of extinction. In this paper, I will be focusing on My First Summer in the Sierra of John Muir, A Sand County Almanac of Aldo Leopold, and A Lady’s Life in the Rocky Mountains of Isabella Bird and compare as well as contrast their…

Trail you sit on a tall rocky mountain thinking all about the mountain’s history. It is a peaceful place for tourists. Tennessee had many historical events like the civil war on the battle of Shiloh. At the end of the war, much of Tennessee was destroyed. However, it is also known as the state of music because of Elvis Presley’s graceland. Its cities get pretty crowded but the people are kind there. There are several parks with unique features. For example, Mud Island River Park have great…

to the lot, I saw vast canyons out in the distance. The colors danced over the rocky terrain, orange, blue and purple. The sun soaked sand was hot and dry. I stepped out of the car, seeing the heat of the mountains before, as though it was a giant grill. I went to the trunk to unload my things. The sweltering heat made it nearly impossible to even walk to my destination of Mesa Verde. As I staggered to the National Park, I took in the beauty of the mountainous landscape. I came a upon a…

Wolves, a marvelous sight to see either in the Rocky Mountains or Yellowstone National Park. However, per Source #7, the Gray wolf was included to the U.S Endangered Species List in 1973. The government worked to increase the population and succeeded. But now in two states, Idaho and Montana, the Gray wolf has been removed from the list and can be hunted legally. Nevertheless, since there are Gray wolves in the wild, there is debate, should the Gray wolf population be protected by the government…

10 Sights You Have To See In Tennessee It has the most visited national park in the country. It is home to one of the most famous whiskey brands in the world. And it is the final resting place of one of the 20th century’s most significant cultural icons. Just where exactly is this place? Nestled among the Smoky Mountains of the southeastern United States lies the state of Tennessee. Known primarily for its country music, the state has many fun things to do and see (whether you’re a fan of…

Campground workers set up, regulate, and maintain state campgrounds as well as local campgrounds and recreational sites. Staff clean campsites after visitors and make sure that each campground is maintained well and the park is respected properly. Staff include police rangers who also keep the parks and camsites up to date by making sure everyone visiting also respect nature while at the same time enjoy the peace and quiet of nature. The reason I chose to research campground staff is because I…

founded by the U.S. Forest Service and Conscious Impact Living was developed by Kroka educators in Vermont. Leave no Trace is a non-profit educational program having seven principles for people who enjoy the outdoors, such as wilderness areas, city parks, and any recreational places. Each principle of Leave no Trace would be explained in detail and an example will be provided for each of them. Conscious Impact Living is a program that is a program that can be used on day – to - day basis for…

more brushy (Texas Parks & Wildlife Department). The eastern and western areas of the Texan Panhandle are significantly portioned into profound canyons. The canyons are also carved by fast flowing rivers and tributaries which snake their way through the area. Some significant parks situated within the Panhandle are Cap Rock Canyons State and the Palo Duro Canyon Park. The major canyons were carved by the gushing rivers. The canyons are sometimes called the ‘inverted mountains’ because the…