An extensive overview of the NPS Academy program with several interviews from candidates, interns, mentors, and NPS leaders.

National Park Service Projects & Programs

NPS Spring Break Academy

Yosemite National Park: This file discusses the inspiring scenery of Yosemite and brings to light the changing nature of what can be seen from various viewpoints. This episode further discusses some of the ideas regarding the development of a Scenic Vista Management Plan.

Scenic Vistas

Valley Forge NH Park: This audio file discusses National Public Lands Day, behind the scenes vault tours, the Lunch and Learn program, the Junior Continental Army program, the Iron Forge exhibition, and the viewing of artifacts.

The View from the Forge: September 2007

Valley Forge NH Park: This audio file includes discussion of the Revolutionary Run, Lock, Stock, and Barrel: The Life of the Revolutionary Solider, Join the Continental Army kids program, the Summer Teacher’s Institute, and work for the conservation association.

The View from the Forge: April 2007

Valley Forge NH Park: This audio file discusses the cell phone tour, the Grand Paradise Trail, National Public Lands Day, and three programs for students.

The View from the Forge: August 2007

Valley Forge NH Park: The July 2007 audio file includes discussion of the Challenge Cost Share grant, Once Upon a Nation, Valley Forge after hours, tours, the Gallery Talk, and various programs for students.

The View from the Forge: July 2007

Valley Forge NH Park: This audio file for June 2007 discusses trails, grants, park activities, and storytellers.

The View from the Forge: June 2007

Valley Forge NH Park: Several updates for May 2007 are included in this audio file.

The View from the Forge: May 2007

Valley Forge NH Park: This audio file includes discussion of pollutant removal, Once Upon a Nation, the Revolutionary Run, interns and internships, updated signage, and other topics.

The View from the Forge: February 2007

Valley Forge NH Park: This audio file includes discussion of Lock, Stock, and Barrel: The Life of the Revolutionary Solider, PIKO podcasts, the future of national parks, the Summer Teacher’s Institute, and trail maintenance.

The View from the Forge: March 2007

Steven Gonzales, Executive Director of the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail Association, discusses the curriculum development and trail stewardship projects being supported by the “America’s Best Ideas” grant.

El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail

Grand Canyon NP: Listen as Jack Hanna promotes, “Celebrate Wildlife Day” at Grand Canyon National Park.

Video - Insider's Look - Celebrate Wildlife Day

Grand Canyon NP: Listen in as park superintendent Steve Martin discusses various ongoing projects at the park.

Video - Insider's Look with Steve Martin - July 2009

Natural Laboratory: Discover the fascinating science being conducted at San Francisco Bay Area National Parks.

Park Science Day

Kenai Fjords National Park: National parks are not immune to pollution because they are protected areas. Garbage still washes on to the shores of Kenai Fjords National Park. This video discusses a cleanup effort undertaken at the park.

Caring for the Coast

This collection discusses some of the programs that the National Park Service organizes for park patrons. Projects that the National Park Service has organized and/or has been a part of are discussed as well.

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National Park Service Projects & Programs

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