Finding solace in our National Park helps us find relief from everyday stress. Park Ranger Pam Tripp reminds us of our local sanctuary…
During World War II, Over 1 million servicemen found solace and enjoyment in national parks and other natural areas, and were able to take advantage of the remote areas for rest and recuperation. These servicemen made up one quarter of the total visitation to our parks.
Today, millions of Americans and visitors from around the world visit the parks and use them as sanctuary. A percentage of these visitors make up the yearly average of almost 2 million people that visit Joshua Tree National Park and other state and local areas. Parks offers relative freedom and solace from the stresses of everyday life. This can be in the form of hiking, camping, climbing, or driving through natural areas. Just sitting and listening to the quiet can also clear the head and bring peace to a stressful day. For ideas and information on how to enjoy the solace of your natural areas, visit the websites for national, state, and local parks.
FIND SOLACE IN JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK
