This year, Hot Springs NP utilized Eastern National (the parent of America’s National Parks™) funds to reinstate its membership with the National Association of Interpretation (NAI). This grants the park’s interpretation team admittance to the annual NAI Conference. Interpreters made impactful connections and left inspired to enhance their park’s programming and museum exhibits. Donations also fueled the park’s successful BARK ranger program. During 2023’s BARK Ranger Day on Arlington Lawn, activity cards and certificates were printed and gifted to promote good behavior in pets (and their humans).
Supporting New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, Gauley River NRA, and Bluestone NSR
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve, Gauley River National Recreation Area, and Bluestone National Scenic River used $35,900 in Eastern National (the parent of America's National Parks™) funds to support its educational programming in 2023. These donations...
