NPS Introduces Summer Family Fun Website

The National Park Service is pleased to kick-off the upcoming summer travel season with many new and exciting adventures awaiting park visitors, as well as traditional programs that families come back time and again to enjoy.  From the shores of Maine and Alaska to the Rocky Mountains of Colorado to the warm beaches of California and the Virgin Islands, national parks offer something for everyone.

“National Parks have been the family summer vacation of choice for generations – they offer tradition, heritage, recreation, and fun for all members of the family,” said acting NPS Director Dan Wenk.  “There are incredible opportunities for you to experience the marvelous natural and cultural heritage of our country and pay homage to our ancestors and inspire our children to become better stewards of the parks for tomorrow. Enjoy a ranger program, experience the beauty – and our history.  I welcome you to come out and enjoy your national parks this year and every year.”

The National Park Service has developed and made available a web site to help inform visitors about what’s new in national parks this year and the many ranger led programs, activities and commercial services available.  Find out what a great summer is waiting for you this year in your National Parks by visiting the “National Parks: The Place to be for Family Fun” website at: http://www.nps.gov/pub_aff/parks2009/index.htm.