ParkPalooza!
Join us in 2009 on September 12 and 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for ParkPalooza! Admission is free.
What is ParkPalooza?
Created and hosted by the National Park Service at Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, in collaboration with its partners, Jefferson National Parks Association and Metro, the free, interactive event is designed to celebrate the fun, education, and recreation offered at America's national parks and local parks across the country.
ParkPalooza will feature 10 interactive stations representing both natural and cultural parks on the Arch grounds, and will introduce visitors to the themes and activities found in parks and public lands across the country, including:
Lost Worlds - hands-on archeology activities
Into the Woods - map and compass skills, GPS and geo-caching
The Great Outdoors - camping and backpacking skills, giant river aquarium, reel casting, and fitness
Float Your Boat - water safety and conservation
Rock Climbing - climbing skills and safety on simulated rock walls
Mississipi River Trail - recreational enjoyment, conservation and fitness opportunties along the Mississippi River Trail, including a 40-foot long floor map for visitors to "walk" the trail and historic New Orleans jazz performances
People Powered - fitness, active living, and recreation including bike courses
Past Meets Present - 19th century folk-life and hands-on activities
Nature Zone - wildlife encounters and activities
Ranger Stations - entrance stations with event information and free handouts and give aways
In addition, food and refreshments, as well as ParkPalooza-related merchandise, will be available for purchase.
And don't forget your camera! You can win great prizes in the ParkPalooza Photo Contest!
First Place - Kodak EasyShare Camera and a Partner of the Parks Advocate Membership
Second Place - REI Computer Messenger Bag and a Partner of the Parks Steward Membership
Third Place - REI Single Shot Waistpack and a Partner of the Parks National Park Traveler Membership
Simply submit your ParkPalooza photos on our JNPA Facebook page between September 12 and October 2 to enter. Or you can join in the fun as a judge and vote for your favorite photo.
See more photo contest details on our ParkPalooza Photo Contest page.
See the Winners from last year's ParkPalooza Photo Contest on our Flickr site.
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Volunteer
ParkPalooza volunteers will receive a free T-shirt and refreshments, and will be involved in the National Park Service Volunteers-in-Park (VIP) program. Volunteer opportunities include assisting visitors as they explore and enjoy the variety of ParkPalooza activities. Some volunteer positions may help with set-up or tear-down before and after the event hours. For more information visit and official event details visit parkpalooza.org.
For directions and parking information visit Jefferson National Expansion Memorial's website.
ParkPalooza Shopping Online
Official ParkPalooza products are available online at ParkPalooza Shop. All proceeds support Jefferson National Expansion Memorial.
ParkPalooza 2009 is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors. We wholeheartedly thank these organizations who share our interest in enhancing awareness about public lands and encourage you to patronize them whenever you can.
Presenting Sponsor
Venue Sponsor
Supporting Sponsors
Contributing Sponsors
Over 15,000 visitors experienced ParkPalooza 2008 on the Gateway Arch grounds. Get a glimpse of the fun activities from last year:
