See the grandeur of our nation during National Park Week

National Park Week, 2025

By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation During National Park Week, we celebrate the majestic beauty and rich history preserved

See the grandeur of our nation during National Park Week

By Jennifer Allen Saturday, April 19, 2025, was the first day of National Park Week, an annual celebration of America’s 433 national parks. Admission to all parks was free that day, and many of the parks have special activities planned for visitors through April 27. If you’re unsure where to go during the nine-day celebration, EXP Journeys, the leaders in luxury travel experience curation, picked their top national park destinations. Their selec…

Colorado Parks and Wildlife celebrates 128 years

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is celebrating its 128th birthday on Wednesday, April 16. According to CPW, the agency began as the  Department of Forestry, Game and Fish in 1897. In 1899, the name was changed to “Department of Game and Fish.” That name lasted until 1963 when it merged with the “Parks and Recreation Department” to form the “Game, Fish and Parks Department.” In 1968, lawmakers converted the depa…

City of Brantford and Brantford Youth Council to host activities for Youth Week

The City of Brantford, in partnership with the Brantford Youth Council, is hosting a series of events and activities for youth in celebration of National Youth Week from May 1 to 7.

Celebrate National Park Week, Junior Ranger Day and more at Rocky Mountain National Park

As home to Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand County is a great place to celebrate National Park Week. For 2025, the community can celebrate national parks with events lasting from Saturday, April 19 to Sunday, April 27. Rocky Mountain National Park will kick off the weekslong celebration with activities on both the east and west sides of the park. The park will also celebrate National Volunteer Week from April 20-26 and Earth Day on April 22. …

These national parks will be free to visit on Saturday, despite Trump funding cuts

As the National Park Service continues to face uncertainty in workforce and funding, parks will still be free to visitors on April 19, in celebration of National Park Week.