Dear Bob and Sue: A National Parks Podcast

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In Dear Bob and Sue, authors Matt and Karen Smith share stories of their travels to all of the U.S. National Park as well as other spectacular public lands. From adventures gone awry to memorable moments and Q&As from readers, get to know the couple behind the books and get inspired to go on some adventures of your own.

#155: Glacier, Yellowstone, and Grand Teton National Parks Road Trip
One of the most frequent questions we get from travelers is how to plan a visit to Glacier, Yellowstone, and Grand Teton NPs in a single road trip.
#154: Mailbag: Visiting Virgin Islands National Park and More!
In our Mailbag! episodes, we answer questions from listeners about the national parks
#153: The Legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers in Our National Parks
Long before the National Park Service was founded, the U.S. Army was put in charge of protecting America’s national parks.
#152: Dry Tortugas National Park Update
Dry Tortugas National Park is in a category of its own
#151: Hiking in the Palm Springs Area
This episode is a companion to our previous release, #150: Exploring Joshua Tree National Park.
#150: Exploring Joshua Tree National Park
Welcome to our journey through the awe-inspiring landscapes of America's national parks!
#149: Mailbag: Digging for Diamonds in an Arkansas State Park and More!
In our Mailbag! episodes, we answer questions from listeners about the national parks
#148: Hiking Safety Tips from a National Park Ranger
Who knows better what could go wrong while hiking in a national park than the people whose job it is to rescue hikers?
#147: The Best of Big Bend National Park
A national park that started out as a state park more than 90 years ago, Big Bend is often called Texas’ gift to the nation.
#146: Mailbag: How to Get Started Camping and More!
In our Mailbag! episodes, we answer questions from listeners about the national parks
#145 Unique Experiences in the National Parks
For many visitors, hiking is their go-to activity in the national parks; it is for us. But there are so many other activities the parks have to offer.
#144: Five Perfect Days in Saguaro NP and Southern Arizona
As the temperatures drop up north, it’s time to start thinking about warm-weather escapes.
#143: Mailbag: Where to See Moose in the National Parks, and More!
In our Mailbag! episodes, we answer questions from listeners about the national parks
#142: 20 Incredible Things to See and Do in Southern Utah, Outside the National Parks
Southern Utah is home to five must-see national parks, but if you’re traveling to this part of the American Southwest, you won’t want to miss the other incredible things to see and do.
#141: Utah’s Remote and Remarkable Rainbow Bridge National Monument
Find a comfortable seat and sit back as we take you with us on our boat tour to Rainbow Bridge National Monument
#140: Northern California / Southern Oregon National Park Loop
Listeners frequently ask us to create episodes about road trip itineraries
#139: Ghost Towns of the National Parks
It’s that time of year again, so get ready to be scared out of your wits!
#138: Mailbag! Van Life, Demoted National Parks, and More!
In our Mailbag! episodes, we answer questions from listeners about the national parks
#137: The Appalachian National Parks Road Trip Loop
Buckle up, folks, for another road trip loop! In this episode, we’re taking you on an epic trip through the heart of Appalachia
#136: Great Basin National Park
Great Basin National Park, located in eastern Nevada, is a stunning example of the diverse beauty of the American Southwest.

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