Episodes

  • 14: Trail Lovers #3: Lava Beds National Monument - Land of the Burnt Out Fires
    Feb 24 2025

    Today, we’re heading to the west coast to visit Lava Beds National Monument in northeastern California near the Oregon border. We work through a Junior Ranger activity together and explore the natural beauty of the lava beds, the formation and geological history of the park, its Indigenous heritage, the diverse plants and animals that inhabit the area, the park's establishment as a national monument, and the numerous recreational opportunities it offers, especially the fascinating cave systems, and how we spent our day trip there.

    Junior Rangers are explorers, learning all about the park’s ecosystems, plants and animals, and how to protect nature. The Junior Ranger program is not just for kids!

    Email: NPJRPodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @NPJRPodcast

    A Special Thanks to Lava Beds National Monument!

    Source: https://www.nps.gov/labe/index.htm

    Trail Trivia Sound Effect by Justin & Robin

    Music by FASSounds on Pixabay

    Wood Burning in Fire Sound Effect by FTUS on Uppbeat

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    30 mins
  • 13: Trail Trivia #3
    Feb 17 2025

    In this Trail Trivia episode, we’ll be testing your nature knowledge with a fun and exciting 3-round trivia challenge! Each round will focus on a different aspect of the natural world, from wildlife and ecosystems to natural wonders and environmental facts.

    Download the Trail Trivia Score Sheet (Only available on Desktop) : https://npjrpodcast3.wordpress.com/about/

    Email: NPJRPodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @NPJRPodcast

    PIXABAY LICENSE CERTIFICATE – This document confirms the download of an audio file pursuant to the Content License as defined in the Pixabay Terms of Service available at https://pixabay.com/service/terms/

    Licensor's Username: https://pixabay.com/users/ashot-danielyan-composer-27049680/

    Licensee: NPJRPodcast

    Intro & Outro Song by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer

    Audio File Title: Uplifting Upbeat Acoustic Guitar Audio File URL:

    https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-uplifting-upbeat-acoustic-guitar-237893/

    Audio File ID: 237893 Date of download: 2024-12-05 21:58:26 UTC

    Pixabay, a Canva Germany GmbH brand Pappelallee 78/79 10437 Berlin Germany

    Pixabay is a user-contributed stock content website. The above-named Licensor is responsible for this audio file. Pixabay monitors uploaded audio files only to a reasonable extent. Pixabay cannot be held responsible for the acts or omissions of its users and does not represent or warrant that any required third-party consents or licenses have been obtained.

    ‘Double Time’ (Double Points) Sound by Alex_Vlas on Pixabay :

    https://pixabay.com/users/alex_vlas-41324914/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=246298

    Clock Ticking Sound Effect by Justin Callaghan on Pixabay :

    https://pixabay.com/users/justincallaghan-11325622/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=240503

    For any queries related to this document please contact Pixabay via info@pixabay.com.

    Wood Burning in Fire Sound Effect by FTUS on Uppbeat :

    https://uppbeat.io/sfx/wood-burning-in-fire/10681/27732?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA0--6BhCBARIsADYqyL8hZTsQ9sblfCDG6EfEjRphnb00g9NqwumsZtvoJc4WFtH_CVzsjzUaAmrDEALw_wcB

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    13 mins
  • 12: Gates of the Arctic: Part 2 - The Ultimate Wilderness
    Feb 10 2025

    Today, we’re heading to the Arctic Circle to visit Gates of the Arctic National Park. We provide an in-depth exploration of the park, focusing on its features, visitor information, historical inhabitants and other key figures, plants and wildlife, recreational opportunities, travel logistics, and leave you with an activity from the Junior Ranger Program.

    Junior Rangers are explorers, learning all about the park’s ecosystems, plants and animals, and how to protect nature. The Junior Ranger program is not just for kids; it's for the young, and the young at heart!

    Email: NPJRPodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @NPJRPodcast

    A Special Thanks to Gates of the Arctic National Park!

    Source: https://www.nps.gov/gaar/index.htm

    Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

    https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/honey-its-sunny

    License code: 0BD7BT5EGX7NE3ZE

    Trail Trivia Sound Effect by Justin & Robin

    Wood Burning in Fire Sound Effect by FTUS on Uppbeat

    https://uppbeat.io/sfx/wood-burning-in-fire/10681/27732?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA0--6BhCBARIsADYqyL8hZTsQ9sblfCDG6EfEjRphnb00g9NqwumsZtvoJc4WFtH_CVzsjzUaAmrDEALw_wcB

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    43 mins
  • 11: Gates of the Arctic: Part 1 - An Exploration of Untamed Wilderness
    Feb 3 2025

    Today, we’re heading to the Arctic Circle to visit Gates of the Arctic National Park. We provide an in-depth exploration of the park, focusing on its features, visitor information, historical inhabitants and other key figures, plants and wildlife, recreational opportunities, travel logistics, and work through an activity from the Junior Ranger Program together.

    Junior Rangers are explorers, learning all about the park’s ecosystems, plants and animals, and how to protect nature. The Junior Ranger program is not just for kids; it's for the young, and the young at heart!

    Email: NPJRPodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @NPJRPodcast

    A Special Thanks to Gates of the Arctic National Park!

    Source: https://www.nps.gov/gaar/index.htm

    Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

    https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/honey-its-sunny

    License code: TXWK0JFGJZ2DBN1S

    Trail Trivia Sound Effect by Justin & Robin

    Wood Burning in Fire Sound Effect by FTUS on Uppbeat

    https://uppbeat.io/sfx/wood-burning-in-fire/10681/27732?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA0--6BhCBARIsADYqyL8hZTsQ9sblfCDG6EfEjRphnb00g9NqwumsZtvoJc4WFtH_CVzsjzUaAmrDEALw_wcB

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    40 mins
  • 10: Trail Lovers #2: First State National Historic Park
    Jan 27 2025

    Today, we’re heading to the east coast to visit First State National Historical Park in Delaware. We work through a Junior Ranger activity together, explore the natural beauty of an urban park, the race to become the first state to ratify the Constitution, and how this park serves as a symbol of the beginnings of a nation.

    Junior Rangers are explorers, learning all about the park’s ecosystems, plants and animals, and how to protect nature. The Junior Ranger program is not just for kids!

    Email: NPJRPodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @NPJRPodcast

    A Special Thanks to First State National Historical Park!

    Source: https://www.nps.gov/frst/index.htm

    Trail Trivia Sound Effect by Justin & Robin

    Music by FASSounds on Pixabay

    Wood Burning in Fire Sound Effect by FTUS on Uppbeat


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    42 mins
  • 9: Trail Trivia #2
    Jan 20 2025


    In this Trail Trivia episode, we’ll be testing your nature knowledge with a fun and exciting 3-round trivia challenge! Each round will focus on a different aspect of the natural world, from wildlife and ecosystems to natural wonders and environmental facts.

    Download the Trail Trivia Score Sheet (Only available on Desktop) : https://npjrpodcast3.wordpress.com/about/

    Email: NPJRPodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @NPJRPodcast

    PIXABAY LICENSE CERTIFICATE – This document confirms the download of an audio file pursuant to the Content License as defined in the Pixabay Terms of Service available at https://pixabay.com/service/terms/

    Licensor's Username: https://pixabay.com/users/ashot-danielyan-composer-27049680/

    Licensee: NPJRPodcast

    Intro & Outro Song by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer

    Audio File Title: Uplifting Upbeat Acoustic Guitar Audio File URL:

    https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-uplifting-upbeat-acoustic-guitar-237893/

    Audio File ID: 237893 Date of download: 2024-12-05 21:58:26 UTC

    Pixabay, a Canva Germany GmbH brand Pappelallee 78/79 10437 Berlin Germany

    Pixabay is a user-contributed stock content website. The above-named Licensor is responsible for this audio file. Pixabay monitors uploaded audio files only to a reasonable extent. Pixabay cannot be held responsible for the acts or omissions of its users and does not represent or warrant that any required third-party consents or licenses have been obtained.

    ‘Double Time’ (Double Points) Sound by Alex_Vlas on Pixabay :

    https://pixabay.com/users/alex_vlas-41324914/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=246298

    Clock Ticking Sound Effect by Justin Callaghan on Pixabay :

    https://pixabay.com/users/justincallaghan-11325622/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=240503

    For any queries related to this document please contact Pixabay via info@pixabay.com.

    Wood Burning in Fire Sound Effect by FTUS on Uppbeat


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    14 mins
  • 8: Dry Tortugas National Park: Part 2 - Fort Jefferson, Assassination, & Sunken Treasure
    Jan 13 2025

    Today, we’re headed back to Florida – 70 miles west of Key West sits Dry Tortugas National Park! We explore the native peoples who once inhabited the area, the strategic military significance of the islands and the reasons behind the U.S. claim, the construction of Fort Jefferson, shipwrecks and sunken treasure, how the fort in linked to the assassination of a president, and other fascinating history of the park. Fort Jefferson is a massive structure!

    Junior Rangers are explorers, learning all about the park’s ecosystems, plants and animals, and how to protect nature. The Junior Ranger program is not just for kids!

    A Special Thanks to Dry Tortugas National Park!

    Source: https://www.nps.gov/drto/index.htm

    Trail Trivia Sound Effect by Justin & Robin

    Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

    https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/honey-its-sunny

    License code: UNJJ4H9BZFZ22AFK

    Wood Burning in Fire Sound Effect by FTUS on Uppbeat

    https://uppbeat.io/sfx/wood-burning-in-fire/10681/27732?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA0--6BhCBARIsADYqyL8hZTsQ9sblfCDG6EfEjRphnb00g9NqwumsZtvoJc4WFtH_CVzsjzUaAmrDEALw_wcB

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    44 mins
  • 7: Dry Tortugas National Park: Part 1 - A Jewel of the Gulf
    Jan 6 2025

    Today, we’re headed to Florida – 70 miles west of Key West sits Dry Tortugas National Park! We discuss some of the fascinating features of the park, flora and fauna, and cover some of our personal experiences while we were there, and ways to access the park. This is an amazing place to snorkel!

    Junior Rangers are explorers, learning all about the park’s ecosystems, plants and animals, and how to protect nature. The Junior Ranger program is not just for kids!

    A Special Thanks to Dry Tortugas National Park!

    Source: https://www.nps.gov/drto/index.htm

    Link to National Park Ferry Yankee Freedom III: https://www.drytortugas.com/

    Trail Trivia Sound Effect by Justin & Robin

    Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

    https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/honey-its-sunny

    License code: YJOUZL7ZEDP0KBAU

    Wood Burning in Fire Sound Effect by FTUS on Uppbeat

    https://uppbeat.io/sfx/wood-burning-in-fire/10681/27732?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA0--6BhCBARIsADYqyL8hZTsQ9sblfCDG6EfEjRphnb00g9NqwumsZtvoJc4WFtH_CVzsjzUaAmrDEALw_wcB

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    36 mins