Boston NHP

"The Revolution was in the minds and hearts of the people..."

Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.

14 Oct 1996
We walked the Freedom Trail today. We made stops at Faneuil Hall, The old North Church and other sites along the trail. We learned allot about the history of Boston and saw many of the sites we had learned about in school. Sadie enjoyed the her walk with us. Boston will be a return visit as there is so much to see and explore.

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Our 39th NPS Unit

Appomattox Court House NHP

Beginning Peace and Reunion

On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the end of the nation's largest war. Two important questions about its future were answered. Could the nation survive a civil war intact, and would that nation exist without slavery? The answer to both was yes and a new nation was born.

23 Sept 1996
Visited this site today to get an understanding of the end of the Civil War. We have been to many of the Civil War battle fields so it was fitting to see this site.

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Our 38th NPS Unit

Clara Barton NHS

She was a remarkable person

Clara Barton dedicated her life and energies to help others in times of need - both home and abroad, in peacetime as well as during military emergencies. Glen Echo was her home the last 15 years of her life and the structure illustrates her dedication and concern for those less fortunate than herself.

21 Sept 96
An amazing site to take in. Clara Barton did so much in her life and was dedicated to helping so many in both peacetime and wartime. It was a very educational visit.

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Our 37th NPS Unit

Antietam NB

The Bloodiest Day in American History--Hope for Freedom

23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or missing after twelve hours of savage combat on September 17, 1862. The Battle of Antietam ended the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia's first invasion into the North and led Abraham Lincoln to issue the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation.

22  Apr 1996

We toured this park today. Such a feeling of dread when you are here. We learned why this battle took place and the way it changed the course of the Civil war.

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Our 35th NPS Unit

Harpers Ferry NHP

Step Back in Time

A visit to this quaint, historic community, at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers, is like stepping into the past.  Stroll the picturesque streets, visit exhibits and museums, or hike our trails and battlefields. Spend a day or a weekend.  We have something for everyone, so come and discover Harpers Ferry!

22 Apr 1996
So much to see and do here. With all the history of this area we will be making a return trip to continual exploring.

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Our 34th NPS Unit

Appalachian NST

Footpath for the People

The Appalachian Trail is a 2,180+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by private citizens, and completed in 1937, today the trail is managed by the National Park Service, US Forest Service, Appalachian Trail Conservancy, numerous state agencies and thousands of volunteers.

15 July 2014
Got to take a short hike on the trail in Shenandoah NP

7 Sept 2012
Got to take a hike on the trail in the Great Smokies NP

22 Apr 1996
We will never hike the whole trail but we can do a few hikes when ever it corresponds with a Park site. We did that at Harpers Ferry.

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Our 33rd NPS Unit