02360cam a22003493u 4500 42248 UtSlPG 20260610133951.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 17014711 UtSlPG en iso639-1 E151 Mills, Enos A., 1870-1922 Your National Parks, with Detailed Information for Tourists Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-03-03 Produced by Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Your National Parks" by Enos A. Mills is a guidebook detailing the beauty and significance of America's national parks, crafted in the early 20th century. This book aims to celebrate and inform readers about the natural wonders preserved in these parks, highlighting their historical creation and environmental value. The narrative emphasizes the importance of these protected areas and encourages appreciation and exploration of their unique ecosystems. At the start of the book, the author recounts the momentous discussion among early explorers around a campfire in 1870, which catalyzed the idea of establishing Yellowstone as the first national park. He introduces pivotal figures like John Colter, the first to discover the region, and details the early expeditions that contributed to the park's recognition. The opening also reflects on the diverse landscapes and geological wonders found in Yellowstone, setting the stage for a vibrant exploration of national parks as places of both historical significance and natural beauty. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified National parks and reserves -- United States National parks and reserves -- Canada West (U.S.) -- Guidebooks Schmeckebier, Laurence Frederick, 1877-1959 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42248 83087 83087