Winter, spring, summer, fall—wildfires can happen at any time! Are you prepared? Find out what you can do to make sure your family and your home are prepared if wildfire threatens your community. ➡️ go.nps.gov/idkt_fire
#WildfireAwarenessMonth NPS Fire & Aviation

Parks provide protected places for threatened and endangered species to thrive. We work hard to protect at-risk species, like this black-footed ferret. When you visit parks, you can help too! Find out what you can do to help ➡️ go.nps.gov/HelpAtRiskSpec…
#EndangeredSpeciesDay

Hey, Phil! Thanks for celebrating with us! 🐸💛

Ranger Ben and Ranger Andy got to hang out with Phil the Frog and almost 3,000 celebrating #AmphibianWeek on National Mall NPS. 🎉

In the American Southwest, national parks are collaborating to prevent a common threat. Hint: they croak. 
See how #InflationReductionAct funds are being used to control invasive American Bullfrog species and promote native restoration. ➡️ go.nps.gov/ira-amphib
#AmphibianWeek

If a tree falls in a forest, is it because of air pollution? While it might not be that direct, air pollution has rippling effects through our interconnected forests. See how scientists studied four types of sensitive organisms to gauge forest health. go.nps.gov/PS-airpollution

DYK: AirNow products now reflect the updated Air Quality Index for particle pollution.

🎵 It's not easy being green... 🎵

Up to 35 percent of all amphibian species are in danger. But a recently updated species database will help boost amphibian conservation across the National Park Service. ➡️ go.nps.gov/amphib-data

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#AmphibianWeek #AmphibianWeek 2024

Breathe in... Breathe out...
It's Air Quality Awareness Week! We ❤️ clean air and work hard to reduce air pollution both inside parks and beyond park boundaries. Discover what we do to protect air quality and what you can do at home. ➡️ go.nps.gov/aqaw
#AQAW
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Turn that frown upside down—it's #AmphibianWeek !

This week we celebrate amazing amphibians—like frogs, newts, toads, and salamanders—and their important roles in our ecosystems. Learn more about these unique creatures ➡️ go.nps.gov/aw

Brace yourself—the cicadas are coming! In the Midwest, you can witness millions of cicadas this spring in a rare event that is a must-see for insect enthusiasts. Learn more about periodical cicadas and this extraordinary dual emergence. ➡️ go.nps.gov/idkt-cicadas

#IDKT 💡

Why are seagulls so chatty? They’re talking trash. And you should too! NOAA Marine Debris Program, National Park Service, and local artists teamed up to spark conversations about trash in the ocean, also called marine debris, with artistic displays. ➡️ go.nps.gov/1f1ir5
#NationalParkWeek

Calling all Junior Rangers! Are you ready to explore science and nature?

Dive underwater, explore caves, discover fossils, and more with our Junior Explorer programs ➡️ go.nps.gov/JRExplorer
¡También en Español!

#JuniorRangerDay #NationalParkWeek

In this episode of Outside Science (inside parks), join the education team at RockyNPS as they lead elementary students on a great ecosystem adventure. This experience is as rewarding for students as it is for educators. Take a look. ➡ go.nps.gov/osip_romo
#NationalParkWeek

“Digging holes builds character.” –Mr. Sir 🧅🦎
And in some cases, bat friendly habitat!
See how Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds, Bat Conservation International and dedicated youth crews helped Organ Pipe Cactus NM reclaim mining sites and protect bat habitat. ➡️ go.nps.gov/bil-orpi

We love our pets, but they can take a toll on our local environments. You can help reduce your pet’s impact!

Ideas:
💩 Pick up pet waste
♻️ Choose sustainable pet products
🐕 Keep your pets under your control

More ideas ➡️ go.nps.gov/CAH-pets

#EarthDay #NationalParkWeek