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COMPLIMENTARY $3.95 2019/2020 YOUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE PARKS MOUNT RAINIER, OLYMPIC & NORTH CASCADES ACTIVITIES • SIGHTSEEING • DINING • LODGING TRAILS • HISTORY • MAPS • MORE OFFICIAL PARTNERS T:5.375” S:4.75” WELCOME S:7.375” WelcomeT:8.375” to the national parks of West- you to explore and enjoy. From historic SO TASTY EVERYONE WILL WANT A BITE. ern Washington! Congress gave these sites along the Lewis and Clark trail to spectacular mountain reserves their com- the orca whales off the coast of San Juan mon mission when it established the Na- Island, a side trip to one of Washington’s tional Park Service in 1916. All national National Park Service sites listed in the parks share the same goal, to “conserve “More Washington Parks” chapter is sure the scenery and the natural and historic to be worth your while! objects and the wildlife therein, and to pro- vide for the enjoyment of the same...by such means as will leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations.” FUN FACTS Mount Rainier, Olympic and North Cas- cades National Parks—three of the more Established: Mount Rainier National than 400 parks in the National Park Sys- Park was established in 1899, Olympic tem—conserve more than 1.6 million acres was established in 1938 and North Cas- of public land and provide enjoyment for cades was established in 1968. millions of visitors each year. Within sight Land Area: The three national parks conserve more than 1.6 million acres of of greater Seattle’s rapidly growing popu- public land. lation, these are places where people can Highest Elevation: Mount Rainier, at reconnect with the natural world and learn 14,410 feet, is the most prominent peak about past and present cultures. They in the Cascade Range. Plants & Animals: The dramatic va- provide an essential habitat for a great riety of elevation in the three parks cre- diversity of plants and animals, and their ates a large diversity of plant and animal glaciers and snowfields feed rivers on which life. Keep an eye out for bald eagles, ©2019 Preferred Brands International. All rights reserved. International. Brands Preferred ©2019 millions of people downstream depend. black bears and elk. Mount Rainier, Olympic and North Popular Activities: Hiking, biking, Cascades National Parks are always a rock climbing and camping are great ways to enjoy the beautiful wilderness visible reminder of the beauty and com- of the Pacific Northwest, with views of plexity of the natural world. In 1988, rec- pristine subalpine lakes, old-growth for- ognizing the importance of these wild ests and snow-covered peaks. expanses so close to an urban center, Hiking: The best hiking is from May Congress added over 90 percent of each to October, as many roads close in winter. park to the National Wilderness Pres- Camping: All three parks have ervation System. Today, we recognize campgrounds suited for all tastes. the great value these places have for scientific and cultural research and the TASTY BITE® is all-natural and perfect for the trail. Look importance of providing the information for the yellow pouch in the needed to protect them. * international food aisle. 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WE’RE ALL CONNECTED As a young man, John Muir, the naturalist known as, “Father of the National Parks,” Mark, Joel & Alex – connecting in parks! had an accident that left him temporarily blinded. It changed his life forever. When he science. I often find inspiration in parks. In its regained his sight, he emerged into the light traditional form, yoga was about joining with ever-determined to pursue his dreams of the collective universe. So, too, is Muir’s quote, exploration. Fortunately for the world, Muir’s best illustrated by an example from Yellowstone. trials led him to help move Congress to set When wolves were reintroduced there after a aside Yosemite, one of his many contributions 70-year absence, the rampant elk population to our nation’s preservation movement. could no longer leisurely nibble on willows, graze When faced with adversity, we have but in open meadows or congregate by the rivers. In two choices. We can either rise above our a short period of time, the forests and meadows circumstance or succumb to our demons of began to regenerate. Song birds appeared. doubt, fear, resentment and apathy. While Beavers flourished, building dams, which Muir was lucky to have his sight return, his created habitats for otters, muskrats and ducks. subsequent efforts drew strength from hope, Cooler waters, shaded by more trees, attracted compassion, kindness and love to rise up different species of amphibians and fish. Tree from personal adversity. roots stabilized the river banks, diminished Lately, it feels like we’re all dealing with erosion and even changed the geography of the too many hurdles. Every hour, “breaking” park! Indeed, pick out anything by itself and we news spews forth accounts of tragedy and quickly find that everything is connected. divisiveness. It was with this backdrop that I Now is the time to seek out connection— SOMEWHERE was preparing to teach a restorative yoga class, whether in a park, a yoga studio or anywhere to create a safe environment for my students you find inspiration—to find strength to rise up BETWEEN and provide an hour’s worth of peace and quiet and overcome the obstacles that face us all… to carry out into the world. What theme would capture their imagination and neatly underscore STUNNING our human need for connectedness? When teaching, I try to use examples that marry ancient tradition with contemporary and SURREAL GET CONNECTED AT YOUR FAVORITE PARKS! VISITUTAH.COM Parks are about enjoying nature, but what if you want to share a great picture or are awaiting an important email? If you’re looking to add connectivity to your park, or if you already have Wi-Fi and would like help adding content or generating sponsor revenues, please let us know at [email protected].