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Senator Angus King Receives Bruce F. Vento Public Service Award

On June 18th, Senator Angus King was presented the 2024 Bruce F. Vento Public Service Award for his dedication to the environment and exemplary service, skill, and innovation in protecting and preserving our country’s public lands and waters.

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This year, we celebrated our fourteenth year of Kids to Parks Day and teamed up with the American Academy of Pediatrics to promote the many physical and mental health benefits of getting outdoors and enjoying nature and parks.

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Updates from the Park Trust

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Appalachian National Scenic Trail Expanded in Virginia

National Park Trust and the National Park Service (NPS) have announced the successful acquisition of a 128-acre parcel of land along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail in Virginia. This collaborative effort marks a significant milestone in preserving the scenic beauty and ecological integrity of one of America’s most cherished hiking trails.

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National Park Trust Honors Senator Angus S. King, Jr. with 24th Bruce F. Vento Public Service Award

On June 18th, the National Park Trust honored Senator Angus S. King, Jr. (I-ME) with the 24th Bruce F. Vento Public Service Award in Washington, DC.

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Texas Military Families Dive into Adventure and Fishing Fun at Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary

On Sunday, June 9th, the National Park Trust, in collaboration with the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation and NOAA, hosted an exhilarating day of fishing and discovery for active-duty service members across Texas at the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary.

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Families From Key Largo Spend a Day Discovering and Fishing Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary

On Saturday, May 20th, National Park Trust partnered with the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, NOAA Fisheries, NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, and NOAA Ocean Guardian Schools to engage students from Key Largo, FL for a day of fishing at Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.