Kim McMahill

Here’s what’s happing in May. I hope you are enjoying this prelude to summer. May 1 - May Day May 3 - National Teacher's Day  May 4 - Star Wars Day May 5 - Cinco de Mayo May 7 - Kentucky Derby Day May 8 - Mother’s Day, Lilac Sunday, and VE Day (WW II) May 13 - Friday the 13th May 21 - Armed Forces Day May 30 - Memorial Day

Earth Day is an annual event held on April 22 in the United States to demonstrate support for environmental protection. The first Earth Day was held on April 22, 1970. To learn more about Earth Day and events being held in your area visit    https://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2022/ “Here is your country. Cherish these natural wonders, cherish the natural resources, cherish the history and romance as a sacred heritage, for your children and your children’s children. Do not let selfish men or greedy interests skin your country of its beauty, its riches or its romance.” —Theodore Roosevelt

No matter how you chose to celebrate the Easter holiday, I hope it is filled with peace, and joyful times with friends and family. If you are traveling to be with loved ones, safe journeys, and happy Easter to all.

In 2022, the National Park Service has five entrance fee-free days where all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. The next fee-free day is April 16, the first day of National Park Week. For more information visit https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/fee-free-parks.htm

  Is it Spring Yet? March 20, 2022 was the astronomical spring or vernal equinox; however, in some parts of the country, it doesn’t feel like spring until April or later. In Wyoming this is usually the case. Growing up in Wyoming, I remember very few sunny early morning outdoor Easter egg hunts, but it is always possible. Wherever you are, whatever the weather, and no matter how you choose to celebrate, I truly hope you have a wonderful Easter and a great April. Here’s what’s happening April. April 1 - April Fool's Day and National Walk to Work Day  April 10 - Palm Sunday April 15 - Good Friday and Passover begins at sundown April 17 - Easter Sunday April 18 - Patriot's Day  April 22 - Earth Day (U.S.) April 28 - Take Your Daughter to Work Day  April 29 - Arbor Day FREEBIES The next National Park Service fee free day is April 16, 2022. On this day all National Park Service sites that charge an en...