Saguaro National Park
Saguaro National Park by Jane Eppinga, published by Arcadia Publishing in 2012, offers an informative exploration of the park’s natural beauty and historical significance. This edition, comprising 127 pages, delves into the creation of the National Park Service through the Organic Act of 1916, highlighting the importance of conserving the scenery, wildlife, and historic objects within these protected areas.
Readers will discover the diverse ecosystems of Saguaro National Park, which is renowned for its iconic giant saguaro cacti, as well as various other cacti species and wildlife such as quail and spotted owls. The book outlines the park’s establishment as a national monument in 1933 and its elevation to national park status in 1994, providing context for its environmental conservation efforts. Through this detailed account, Eppinga presents a comprehensive view of the park’s role in the broader narrative of nature and travel in the Southwest United States.
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The Organic Act of 1916 created the National Park Service “to conserve the scenery and the natural and historic objects and wildlife therein, and to provide for the enjoyment of the same in such manner and by such means as will leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations.” Each national park or monument offers a glimpse into the natural beauty and history of the United States. These parks have a variety of natural resources covering large areas and are protected by the American Antiquities Act of 1906. Saguaro National Park is home to its namesake giant saguaro cacti, barrel cacti, cholla cacti, and prickly pears, as well as quail, spotted owls, javelinas, and a host of other flora and fauna. Saguaro National Monument was created by outgoing president Herbert Hoover in 1933. On October 14, 1994, Pres. William Jefferson Clinton signed legislation enlarging Saguaro’s boundaries and making Saguaro National Park America’s 52nd national park.
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