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We are incredibly pleased to announce that Jordan Pond House has officially been named as an OpenTable #DinersChoice destination! This award denotes our team's dedication to providing an incredible experience for guests at Acadia National Park. Congratulations JPH team! Table Photo: Andrea Chang

And just like that- another weekend draws to a close. Major shoutout to Jason at Pardee Lake for this amazing photo! Here's to the final few weeks of summer fun!

Happy Great American Outdoors Day! 🎉 This year marks the 4th anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act, which has been crucial in addressing maintenance needs across our national parks and public lands. With over 325 million visitors each year, keeping our parks in top shape is essential for everyone to enjoy. Take advantage of this fee-free day by exploring new trails, biking along lakeshores, or floating through breathtaking landscapes! See you all out there! Photo: Acadia National Park (Cadillac Mountain Sunrise)

"August slipped away into a moment in time" - Dr. Taylor A. Swift. Don’t let August slip away! There’s still plenty of summer glory to savor. Here are a few ideas from the ExplorUS team to make the most of these last summer days: Experience the beauty of National Parks for free on Great American Outdoors Day, August 4th! 🏞️ Explore your local State Park and uncover new adventures! 🌳 Plan a summer picnic at your favorite spot! 🍉🥪 Take a scenic drive or bike ride to enjoy the beauty of the season. 🚗🚴♂️ Catch a local outdoor event or festival for some seasonal fun. 🎉 Try a new water activity like kayaking or paddleboarding. 🛶 Stay hydrated! Keep your energy up and your spirits high with plenty of water. 💧 Embrace the season and make the most of every moment! 🌞

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that Cades Cove Camp Store, Colossal Cave Mountain Park, and the Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitors Center have all been honored with Tripadvisor’s® Travelers’ Choice® Awards for 2024! 🏆🌟 This prestigious award recognizes businesses that consistently earn rave reviews, placing them among the top 10% of listings worldwide on Tripadvisor. We couldn't be prouder of our teams and the unforgettable experiences they provide to visitors. Thank you to everyone who has supported us and shared their amazing experiences. Here’s to many more adventures ahead! 🚀

Friendly Reminder! Great American Outdoors Day is NEXT SUNDAY! 🌲☀🌻 What does this mean? It means FREE admission to all National Parks! Don't miss out on this opportunity to soak in some of the world's most fantastic natural wonders!

Today, July 24th, is National Amelia Earhart Day! 🎉 This special day honors the trailblazing aviator and best-selling author who became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic. As proud Kansans and adventurers at heart, we at HQ salute her daring spirit and incredible achievements. 🛩️ In celebration of her 127th birthday, check out this photo of our fellow Kansan at Hawaii Volcano House in 1935! Photo: NPS

💚 Exciting news! The Rim Restaurant at Volcano House is now a Level 1 Certified Green Restaurant® through the Green Restaurant Association! This certification reflects our dedication to sustainability at Volcano House, through eliminating polystyrene foam, implementing recycling and composting, and reducing our contribution to the nearly 300 million tons of restaurant waste created worldwide. We would like to extend a special thanks to Rob Henderson, as well as Hans and Esme Peterson, for their efforts towards making this possible! We're proud to be Green Seal certified at five locations: Muir Woods Trading Company, The Rim Village Cafe at Crater Lake, The Crater Lake Lodge Dining Room, and Annie Creek Restaurant. We're also pursuing certifications at Carlsbad Caverns Trading Cafe, Green River Grill at Mammoth Cave, Spelunker's Cafe at Mammoth Cave, and Jordan Pond House. As concessionaires, we're committed to keeping the parks we operate in green. Here's to many more sustainability milestones! 🥂 Learn more about our Green practices at Volcano House here: https://lnkd.in/gewvPa9u #DineGreen #Sustainability #greenrestaurantassociation #EcoFriendlyDining

We couldn't be more honored to make this list! Check out Camp Richardson this summer for unforgettable Lake Tahoe memories with friends and family! https://lnkd.in/gV8d4VTa

Check out the volcanic activity in Hawai'i! 🌋