Quotes from Our Great National Parks

The natural world can continue to surprise us as long as we give it space to thrive.

What began as a common desire to secure wilderness for people to enjoy, has become a worldwide movement to preserve these areas for future generations. They're a place to escape the burdens of everyday life and an inspiration for our children. They're a haven for endangered species and a hotbed for scientific research.

I grew up in Hawaii. My love of the natural world began here.