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62: Big Bend Fun Facts

62: Big Bend Fun Facts

FromExploring the National Parks


62: Big Bend Fun Facts

FromExploring the National Parks

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Length:
61 minutes
Released:
Jan 24, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we are sharing 5 fun facts about Big Bend National Park! We recently shared our favorite activities and places to stay in this park, and today we are sharing some incredible fun facts. 
Known as a geologist’s paradise and nightmare, we are so excited to share all of the things that make this place so cool. Join us as we explore this chaotic and fascinating park!
Join us as we discuss:
- The massive events this park has been a part of in the last 340 million years
- The one thing Big Bend has that other national parks don’t 
- What makes the fossils at Big Bend so unique 
- The vast amount of species living in this national park
- What makes the human history in this park so fascinating 
From the plants, animals, and geology to the human history, there is so much to appreciate about this one-of-a-kind national park. If you want help planning your trip, head over to DirtInMyShoes.com to get started planning!
Don’t forget to complete your task for this week! Head over to our Facebook or Instagram @dirtinmyshoes and participate in our poll. We want to know what part of Big Bend you are most excited to see!
Check out the full show notes here.
Released:
Jan 24, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (75)

Join Ash and John from Dirt In My Shoes as we explore America's national parks! We're taking you around the national parks and talking about our favorite things, fun facts, adventures, and trip planning. Expect big laughs and fantastic information as we tour the parks together. Let's start exploring!