Made for kids
Welcome to National Park Scouts! Join us on our kids podcast while we explore the amazing features of America’s treasured National Parks. From the rocky coastline of Acadia to the granite walls of Yosemite, we bring you detailed stories about the geology, wildlife, and history of our national parks. Whether you’re planning your next adventure or dreaming of one, tune in as we explore what makes these places so special. Each episode is carefully planned and researched to be enjoyable for kids and the family too!
Featured Episodes
Rocky Mountain National Park: Bighorn Sheep Battle on the Peaks
Bighorn Sheep invented crash engineering. Lets take a look at those horns, watch them leap 20 feet across cliff faces, and then learn something very silly and surprising about licking dirt.
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Fireflies at Dark
Flashing fireflies. So how do they flash and where can we see them? Find out everything you need to know about fireflies at Great Smoky Mountains
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Pinnacles National Park: Bee Capital of the World
Bees, Ladybugs, Shieldback Katydid, and the Riffle Beetle. Yes, we are uncovering the very interesting lives of bugs at Pinnacles National Park.
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Rocky Mountain National Park: Carved by Ice and the Great Divide
These dramatic peaks and gorgeous lakes are all carved by glaciers. We explore Rocky Mountain National Park and trace the powerful work of water.
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park: The Black Bear
Bears! Oh My! Black bears are the most famous resident of the Smokies. Learn all about black bears, what to do if you see one, what they like to eat, hyperphagia before hibernation and talk about being born in a tree.
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Pinnacles National Park: California Condors Back from the Edge
California Condors. Biggest bird. Biggest comeback story. Learn how this huge bird has an integral role in our natural world and how Pinnacles is central to their comeback story.
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About the Podcast
National Park Scouts is dedicated to bringing the wonder and beauty of America's national parks to listeners of all ages. Our mission is to inspire the next generation of nature lovers, conservationists, and outdoor adventurers through engaging audio storytelling.
Each episode is carefully crafted to educate and entertain, covering topics from geology and wildlife to the fascinating human stories behind these protected landscapes. Understanding national parks to a greater degree will increase your child’s enjoyment as you visit, and its our goal to help your family love and enjoy these national parks.
Whether you're on a road trip to a national park, doing homework, or just curious about the natural world, our podcast is here to spark your imagination and deepen your connection to these incredible places.