Jennifer Melroy
Jennifer is a long time national park blogger and the founder of National Park Obsessed. She is a dedicated National Park lover who is working on visiting all 63 US National Parks. She has currently been to 58 of the National Parks. She is dedicated to sharing her knowledge of the Parks with others and helping them learn to love the parks as much as she does.
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Washington, DC Cherry Blossom Festival Guide
Experience the magic of spring at the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC! From March 20 to April 13, immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of culture, friendship, and breathtaking beauty. Enjoy signature events like the Blossom Kite Festival and the National Cherry Blossom Parade, while discovering the best spots to view the stunning cherry blossoms. Whether you're capturing the perfect photo at the Tidal Basin or exploring hidden gems like Dumbarton Oaks, this guide has everything you need to make the most of your festival experience. Don’t miss out on this iconic springtime tradition!
Guess the National Park Emoji Challenge: Answers Revealed!
Each Thursday in the National Park Trip Planning Facebook Group, we will be testing your National Park knowledge with our fun and tricky Emoji Challenge! 🎉 From soaring mountains 🏔 to winding rivers 🚣, each puzzle gave you three emojis to decode the name of a U.S. National Park. Be sure to put your your guess in on the post in the Facebook group to lock in your answer before checking out the answer. NO CHEATING. Puzzle 16 – Jun 5, 2025 Puzzle Answer Puzzle Answer Puzzle 15 – May 29, 2025 Puzzle Answer Puzzle Answer Puzzle 14 – May 22, 2025 Puzzle Answer Puzzle Answer Puzzle 13 – May…
Its Name is DENALI – The Denali–Mount McKinley Naming Dispute
I’ve delayed writing this article for about a week and a half due to illness and wanting to give myself a chance to calm down. But this issue has me hot under the collar, and I have a lot of opinions. North America’s tallest mountain is named DENALI, and it will stay that way in this blog, all communications, and social media posts. History of Denali’s Name Indigenous History of the Name Denali has had a fair number of names over the 10,000 years of human inhabitation in Alaska. While the written word didn’t arrive in Alaska until the late 1700s with the European explorers, the names are recorded in…
Should Chiricahua National Monument be a National Park?
Should Chiricahua National Monument be a National Park? That is a good question and here is a breakdown if the monument is ready to handle the crowds.
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