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National Parks Quiz And Trivia #17

There are quite a few parks associations out there, all with programs to enrich a visitor’s experience while explaining how important national parks and protected lands are. This particular quiz focuses on parks and other protected lands supported by the Western National Parks Association across 12 Western states. See just how much you know about some of these parks before checking the answers at the bottom of the page.

Tuzigoot And Montezuma’s Castle: Ancient Cultures In A Fertile Arizona River Valley

In the center of Arizona lies the fertile Verde River Valley, one of the longest free flowing rivers left in the state. This area has long supported human habitation, and the remnants of these ancient cultures are protected and preserved at Tuzigoot and Montezuma’s Castle national monuments. I was recently there to learn about these early residents and score a couple more stamps in my national parks Passport.
  • By stratto - July 6th, 2018 1:30am

The Scarlet Macaw's Connection To The Southwest

A few years back during a vacation in Belize, my wife and I went out birding, hoping to catch a glimpse of a Scarlet macaw. And that's about all we got, a glimpse, of those large, magnificent, raucous birds. If you find yourself in Arizona this summer, stop by Tuzigoot National Monument on the last Sunday of the month and you'll be able to see one of these birds up close, and learn about their long history in the Southwest.

Learn About The History Of Scarlet Macaws In The Southwest at Tuzigoot National Monument

For more than 1,000 years, Scarlet macaws have dazzled people of the Southwest. Their brilliantly colored plumage and large size inspire curiosity among those who see them. Remains of macaws have been documented in early archaeological excavations at both Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot national monuments.

The Essential RVing Guide

The Essential RVing Guide to the National Parks

The National Parks RVing Guide, aka the Essential RVing Guide To The National Parks, is the definitive guide for RVers seeking information on campgrounds in the National Park System where they can park their rigs. It's available for free for both iPhones and Android models.

This app is packed with RVing specific details on more than 250 campgrounds in more than 70 parks.

You'll also find stories about RVing in the parks, some tips if you've just recently turned into an RVer, and some planning suggestions. A bonus that wasn't in the previous eBook or PDF versions of this guide are feeds of Traveler content: you'll find our latest stories as well as our most recent podcasts just a click away.

So whether you have an iPhone or an Android, download this app and start exploring the campgrounds in the National Park System where you can park your rig.