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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

New Substack - What happens when the biggest losers in the government shut down are our national parks? open.substack.com/pub/thenatio...

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Q10. Complete the following fill-in-the-blank; “An unexpected or unplannable park experience that I hope to someday spontaneously have is ___________”? #ParkChat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Q9. I know we’re sharing, but do you more often keep unexpected moments to yourself OR share/post about them so others can learn from your discoveries? #ParkChat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Q8. What often-overlooked activities (like night hikes, visitor center exhibits, or a park specific activity) that you’d recommend that the uniformed might skip? #ParkChat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Q7. How can visitors use maps, apps, or park brochures creatively to discover “hidden” parts of a park? What method or tool is the best for discovering the unknown#ParkChat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Q6. What’s your strategy for using and not losing time due to a weather delay, a bison in the road, a trail closure, or some other “unforseen” surprise? #ParkChat (this pics for you Black Hill Association!)

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Halfway through! Q5. How do you encourage kids (or friends obsessed with getting that one Insta-worthy snap) to explore beyond the obvious attractions in a park? #ParkChat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Q4. When you think of “unexpected park moments” you've had, what stories come to mind? #ParkChat (this photo of the Pando Tree is for all the aspen lovers out there)

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Q3. How can pre-trip planning help you spot opportunities for learning and enjoyment you might otherwise miss? #ParkChat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Q2. What are some hidden gems you’ve stumbled upon in a national park that aren't "well known" or iconic spots? #ParkChat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Tonight we discuss the unexpected/surprising side of our parks Q1. When visiting a national park, how do you balance seeing the “must-sees” with leaving room for unexpected discoveries? #ParkChat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Hello friends & welcome to #parkchat ! This is your host James Fester - park volunteer, and author of the The National Park Classroom - available at fine online bookstores AND at 11 national park bookstores (except Yosemite where roof collapsed and closed store) Where we all coming from tonight?

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

We're less than an hour from #parkchat so grab yourself a snack and bring your best "national park surprise" stories and experiences! We're going to have a ball and you are invited! #nationalparks #findyourpark #publiclands

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

Hey there #parkchat friends! I'm looking forward to hosting tonight's chat where we'll share tips/tricks/and strategies that help find and deal with the unexpected and surprising opportunities that make our parks incredible places to visit. You won't want to miss it!

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

Proud to have contributed and been quoted in this New York Times article which details the impact of the current administrations cuts to our national parks, especially their educational offerings! www.nytimes.com/2025/08/27/u... #edchat #nationalparks

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 20/07/2025

EARLY ACCESS Link to 7/21 Substack Post - Stories on the Landscape: How to integrate the power of stories into your lessons to make them more engaging, impactful, and meaningful! open.substack.com/pub/thenatio... #edchat #sschat #elachat #pblchat #education #K12 #scichat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

Our #NationalParkPlaylist Greatest Hit has to be this awesome book which was just released last month! It is packed with #teacherideas and #education suggestions just in time for#NationalParkWeek ! Check it out here -> amzn.to/4lEnkS1

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

If you can’t make it to a park during #NationalParkWek you can still explore the wonder of these places through this new book - it’s the perfect #NationalParkWeek companion! Check it out here and let me know what you think - amzn.to/4jL6E9P y#NationalParkPlaylist

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

Looking for a great summer read to go along with your #NationalParkPlaylist? Check out this new release - The National Park Classroom which shares all about the educational legacy of our park - perfect for #NationalParkWeek or any week! amzn.to/4jDPLO7 #edchat #k12

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

📷 Thrilled to be featured in the @BookCreatorApp #BrightIdeas Hub alongside so many other amazing folks @ClassTechTips @alicekeeler @HollyClarkEdu @jmattmiller Explore this collection of PL resources that ignite educator creativity & empower learning 📷 hubs.ly/Q03gBGQr0 #EduSkyChat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Check out this excellent blog from @ascdofficial.bsky.social @isteofficial.bsky.social that previews a chapter of my new book on how classroom teachers can benefit from modeling the pedegogy of park rangers - ascd.org/blogs/teach-... #edchat #teach #k12 #elemchat #scichat #sschat #pblchat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

Have you heard? We’re #1! #1 New Release in Social Studies #1 New Release in Distance Learning Top 10 in Educational New Releases Top 20 in Instructional Methods See for yourself &bridge between our national parks and your learners! Get your copy - a.co/d/68WKrTl #edchat #teachers #k12

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Standing room only in our #springcue session. So excited to see so many educators in the room for this presentation! #edchat #edtech Resources here —> bit.ly/JTResources #teachers

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Excited to be at #springcue and presenting with the amazing Ranger Simone from Joshua Tree NP! Come to room and learn all about the thousands and thousands of resources available from YOUR public lands! Also I hear Ranger Simone has some freebies she'll be giving away #edchat #edtech #FindYourPark

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

IT'S FINALLY HERE! The National Park Classroom is not officially released! Pick up your copy today and learn all about what it means to "teach like a ranger" #edchat #teacherslife #edutwitter #parkchat #teachers #FindYourPark #nationalparks

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

Join us for a free webinar celebrating the release of our highly anticipated book! We'll share ten of our favorite #nationalpark made learning resources & tips on how to use them in the classroom! #edchat #teachers Join via this link @7:30pm (CST) on Tuesday, Marc 18th fb.me/e/2ICHEayTC

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Are you a #teacher who isn't aware of the thousands of free #learning resources created by our #nationalparks ? Want to know how to use them to create #PBL adventures? Then pick up a copy of my new book and learn about how to "teach like a ranger" #edchat #pblchat #elemchat #teachers #scichat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Can I shamelessly plug my book one last time? I would love to have any of the #parkchat family who reads it share their thoughts with me. OH! And if you're in Zion or Congaree this summer you can BUY IT AT THE STORE as they are the first two national parks who have agreed to carry it!

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Q9 - What's a park-based question you wish you knew more about? #parkchat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Q8 - What was the best/most unique/memorable "ranger move" you've seen in service of learning or visitor experience? #parkchat - I'm looking at all the "married to a ranger" folks to ask their significant others pleeze!

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Q7 - Does every park have educational value even if few people will ever visit? (Gates of the Arctic, Lake Clark, etc) How do we articulate this value for those who won't get there? #parkchat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Q6 - If you could make it so EVERY KID in America learned one thing about their parks, what would you choose? #parkchat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Q5 - Are there any learning resources you found at a park that you'd recommend? (any fellow authors?) #parkchat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Q4 - Hit us with the best, most obscure "park fact" you ever learned! #parkchat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Q3 - What is your preferred method of learning about parks (ranger talks, museum, podcast, read ahead of time, etc?) #parkchat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Q2 - What is the best learning moment you ever had inside of a national park? #parkchat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Not an article. but this was shared with me by a former student who works as a seasonal ranger/EMT in Yosemite #parkchat

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

I'm your guest host James Fester - educator, former Teacher-Ranger-Teacher facilitator, and author of The National Park Classroom which explores the educational legacy and potential of our #publiclands. AND I love my cover art! #parkchat Coming to you from Saint Paul, Minnesnowta!

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