I want to keep highlighting amazing makers in the US, and I feel like my Etsy links can get caught in the more mainstream shuffle. So starting a series to focus on the greatest stuff we have found. 

from RonanLynam

“Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out that going to the mountains is going home; that wildness is a necessity” -John Muir

This month is all about the things that are great about America, and it doesn't get any better than our national parks. These gems and the people who protect are so important to the fabric of American life (and now, protectors of American democracy).  One couple I love hangs beautiful National Parks posters in their house, and they made me wonder if there are National Park scratch maps.

Of course there are! That Etsy has everything. Also, other beautiful things, so I thought I would share in case you want to celebrate something truly patriotic this 4th of july. 

Ello There (Indiana) makes this gorgeous map of national parks. So simple, but it would look perfect in so many spaces (and it helps you see what is left to see)!

Mappiners (Texas) makes a scratch off National Parks map. I love that this exists. 

LoveNotDivision (San Francisco) makes a number of t-shirts that show support for National Parks. Love this, though if you want to support national parks, donating might be just as effective as the shirts. 

thirdcoastpaper (Wisconsin) makes beautiful modern calendars of the national parks. So cool and might make a great gift for someone with an office. 

ErinVaughan (California) makes beautiful calendars as well. So pretty and simple with a more naturalistic, watercolor style.