Exploring the National Parks Dirt In My Shoes

Join us as we journey back to Alaska for some fascinating Glacier Bay fun facts! Ash, who worked as a park ranger in Glacier Bay National Park, and John, who loves Glacier Bay and enjoys learning and sharing his discoveries, are here to share our unique experiences and surprise you with facts that make this park so extraordinary!
From advancing glaciers, tidal waves, scientific research, rebounding land, and fascinating wildlife, Glacier Bay National Park is sure to be on your bucket list after this podcast episode.
In this episode, we discuss: 
What makes these the fastest-moving glaciers in the world  
The location of the largest tidal wave recorded in history 
Why this park was claimed by the government… for science
How Glacier Bay went from a rocky landscape to a rainforest in record time
The coolest thing about the wildlife in this park
We hope you enjoyed learning more about why Glacier Bay is such an unbelievable park. We also hope you can visit Glacier Bay and see it all for yourself sometime soon! 
Don’t forget to complete your task for this week! Which one of these fun facts surprised you the most? Head over to our Facebook or Instagram page and let us know!
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It’s that time of year again — time to start thinking about Yellowstone National Park! In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we discuss the amazing wildlife that can be seen in Yellowstone. 
The wildlife in this park is incredible. It’s the North American Safari! Join us as we explore the top spots in Yellowstone to see wildlife, with a sprinkle of wildlife-themed dad jokes along the way! 
In this episode, we discuss: 
The unmatched spot in this park to see the best wildlife 
Where to find the most buffalo
The best spots to see wolves 
Our favorite places to see grizzly bears 
The one place to go if you want to see some elk 
The different types of birds you can see in the park
Where to see the fastest animals in North America 
The best times of year to see these animals
We hope you enjoyed hearing about the wildlife in Yellowstone. This park is packed full of amazing wildlife, and we hope you get the chance to see it this year! 
Don’t forget to complete your task for this week! Have you had a wildlife encounter in Yellowstone? Tell us about it! Head over to the Dirt In My Shoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know!
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In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we are exploring a park that is near and dear to our hearts – Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska! 
Ash worked as a park ranger in Glacier Bay and has so many amazing experiences to share about living in this part of Alaska! This national park has tidewater glaciers, massive mountains, and wildlife galore, so we’re excited to explore Glacier Bay with you! 
In this episode, we discuss: 
Our special connection to this national park
The unique route you need to know about if you want to visit this park
The thing that makes Glacier Bay so cool 
The best place to see humpback whales in this park 
The incredible wildlife in this area
The best way to see this park 
Our favorite spots in Glacier Bay 
What you can expect with the weather in this area
The cool thing about the glaciers in this national park 
What to do at Bartlett Cove 
Our favorite trails in this national park 
What you need to know if you plan to go fishing in Glacier Bay 
We hope you love this episode and learning about all of the incredible sights that Glacier Bay has to offer! This park is truly phenomenal so we hope that everyone gets a chance to visit. 
Don’t forget to complete your task for this week! What wildlife are you most looking forward to seeing in Glacier Bay? Head over to the Dirt In My Shoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know!
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Let’s hit the road and travel to some of the most beautiful national parks in the country! In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we’re taking you on a journey through our home state.  This epic 10-day Utah National Parks road trip is a family favorite, and we can’t wait to show you our favorite spots.
Join us as we share a really cool sample itinerary that you can enjoy with your family while exploring Bryce Canyon, Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion! 
On the episode’s itinerary: 
The best location to start this road trip 
How many days to spend at each national park to see everything
The food you don’t want to miss during your road trip
Can’t miss hikes at each national park
The route we recommend you take to see all 5 Utah National Parks 
Where to find the best scenery in these parks
Other stops and towns en route that you don’t want to miss
How to expand your trip by adding a couple of days
We hope you enjoy hitting the road with us on this epic 10-day road trip through The Mighty 5 Utah National Parks!
If you want more detailed help on what you see in these parks, head over to DirtInMyShoes.com and check out our itineraries for each park.
Remember to complete your task for this week! Of all the movies we mentioned in this episode that were filmed in the Mighty 5 area of Utah, which one is your favorite? Head over to the Dirt In My Shoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know! 
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Let’s head back to Olympic National Park for some fun facts! There is so much to share about this unique national park that it was kind of hard to narrow it down to just five. 
Olympic has so many distinct ecosystems and areas that are so different from the others in this park, and we are excited to dive into what makes this park so special! 
Join us as we discuss: 
Where the rocks at Olympic National Park come from 
The surprising number of glaciers you can find in this park
The plants and animals in this area that you won’t find anywhere else 
The shocking amount of rain this park gets each year 
The last place in this park explored and mapped in the lower 48
We hope you love learning these fun facts as much as we do! Olympic is such an incredible park, and we hope you get the chance soon to get out there and explore it for yourself. If you need any help planning your trip, get your itinerary for an hour-by-hour schedule in Olympic! 
Don’t forget to complete your task for this week! Which national park would you have loved to discover before the explorers did? Head over to the Dirt In My Shoes Instagram or Facebook page and let us know!
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Curious about potential future national parks? In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we're diving into emerging candidates that you won't want to miss. Join us as we explore seven key locations where people are advocating for national park status!
Join us as we discuss: 
What has to happen for a new national park to be established
Seven locations that may become national parks in the future
What makes these locations so cool
Things to do at each of these parks 
The fascinating history, nature, and archeology you can find in these parks 
The benefits of having a national park designation 
We hope you enjoy learning about these potential national parks with us! If you need any help planning your next national park trip, head over to DirtInMyShoes.com to get your itinerary! 
Don’t forget to complete your task for this week! Which of these locations would you vote for to be the next national park? Head over to the Dirt In My Shoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know!
Check out the full show notes here.