National Park Week is an annual Presidentially-proclaimed week for celebration and recognition of the U.S. National Parks.

Our National Parks are living examples of the best this nation has to offer — spectacular natural landscapes and places that reflect our diverse culture and heritage.  Parks can provide recreational experiences, opportunities to learn and grow, and places for quiet refuge.

In 2009, National Park Week is celebrated April 18-26 at hundreds of parks throughout the country.  There will also be a National Junior Ranger Day in 2009, so be sure to check among the nearly 300 National Parks that offer activities for kids at the Junior Ranger Program web site.

Take a moment, an hour, a day or a week to visit the national parks near you.

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