Nature’s Open Door: Unlocking Accessible Adventures in National Parks

America’s National Parks Podcast

RV Miles Network

Science, Nature, Places & Travel, Society & Culture:places & Travel, Society & Culture, History

4.9 • 870 Ratings

🗓️ 4 April 2023

⏱️ 16 minutes

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Summary

Discover the beauty of accessibility at America's National Parks in this episode. From scenic drives and picturesque vistas to innovative adaptive activities, we dive into the wonders of national parks for people with mobility disabilities, families with young children, and anyone seeking less strenuous outdoor experiences. Join us as we explore how the National Park Service is committed to providing equal opportunity and unforgettable adventures for all. Written by Lauren Eisenberg Davis Hosted by Jason Epperson Sponsored by LL Bean | www.llbean.com and by Campendium | www.campendium.com Explore a variety of national parks with accessible trails, including Yosemite, Zion, Acadia, Great Smoky Mountains, Congaree, Glacier, Denali, Shenandoah, and more Learn about the National Park Service's commitment to accessibility and the America the Beautiful Access Pass Find out about adaptive activities offered in national parks, such as sand wheelchairs at Great Sand Dunes National Park, guided adaptive climbing at Devil's Tower National Monument, and accessible canoe and kayak launches at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Discover historic refurbished bus tours in Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks Hear about the accessible beach in Grand Teton National Park and its adaptive sports programs

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0:00.0	This spring, L.L.B. wants to help you feel great out there, with gear tips and advice for
0:09.3	heading outdoors and exploring all the possibilities of the season.
0:14.0	Here's one of our favorite camping hacks.
0:16.0	You can make your own fire starters by rubbing cotton balls
0:20.0	and petroleum jelly,
0:22.0	then storing them in an old medication model or a mint tin.
0:25.6	These compact starters fit in a pocket and light up quickly
0:29.6	for easy campfires on cool nights.
0:32.4	For more fun ideas, easy how for easy campfires on cool nights.
0:33.0	For more fun ideas, easy howtus, and inspiring stories,
0:37.5	visit L.L.Bin.com slash guide.
0:54.8	Stretched across the United States is a string of places so remarkable, so stunning. They take your breath away. From mountains to seashores, lava beds to rock formations, spiny cacti to towering trees, and sand dunes
1:01.8	to caves.
1:03.3	These places form the basis of many Americans bucket lists.
1:08.2	The United States National Parks are a collection of public lands that spark a sense of adventure,
1:14.0	and the popularity of National Park Adventures
1:17.0	has been increasing at an unprecedented rate
1:20.0	over the past few years.
1:22.0	Imagine hiking up Angels Landing in Zion National Park,
1:26.0	the red rock beneath your feet and the view from the top a strenuous vertical climb
1:31.3	ahead of you.
1:32.8	Picture descending the entire depth of the Grand Canyon
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