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Forget stamp collecting – let's go national parks collecting!
If you love the national parks in the USA, then you’re in the right place. You’ll get help with national parks trip planning. Learn what to expect on hikes and scenic drives. Discover fun facts about the national parks in America. Find out what to see and do in the US national parks. Whether you’re about to visit your first park or up to number 63, you’ll gain the knowledge you need to have the absolute best experiences when you’re on your national park trips.
I’m James Ian and I’m a national park expert. I’ve been featured in USA Today’s annual National Parks special print edition and numerous online publications. I have my own website Parks Collecting and have helped over 500 people plan their trips with my detailed published itineraries.
So, let’s start collecting information, experiences, and memories that will last a lifetime.
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English
United States
60 episodes
since July 13, 2024
episodic
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Planning your first trip to Glacier? In this episode, James Ian shares a beginner-friendly guide to Glacier National Park USA, with helpful tips for visiting Glacier National Park and practical advice on the best things to do Glacier National Park.
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If you’re planning the Grand Canyon for the first time, listen to this before you go. These must-know tips will help you navigate the park, choose the best hikes, use the shuttle system, and make the most of your visit.
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Are you planning your first trip to Yellowstone? It’s a large park with lots to do and planning a Yellowstone trip can be confusing.
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If you’re visiting Acadia National Park for the first time and have just started planning your Acadia trip, this episode is for you.
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Planning an Olympic National Park trip? In this episode, James Ian shares a beginner‑friendly Olympic National Park Guide to help you confidently plan your trip.
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Planning an Arches National Park trip? In this episode, James Ian shares a beginner‑friendly Arches National Park guide to help you confidently plan visiting Arches National Park.
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James Ian reveals his top 10 Yellowstone waterfalls and explains what makes each waterfall Yellowstone experience unique, including how much effort it takes to reach them.
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National park expert James Ian shares seven game-changing items to pack for summer national park trips to stay safer, cooler, and more comfortable.
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In this episode, James Ian explains why Grand Prismatic Spring is a must‑see highlight of Yellowstone, describing The Grand Prismatic Spring as the largest hot spring in the United States and one of the most stunning sights in the park.
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James shares five commonly overlooked items that can improve a national parks trip, based on his experience visiting parks across the U.S. in all seasons.
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