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Friends of Arches and Canyonlands Parks

We inspire people to love and preserve our Southeast Utah Group National Parks and Monuments.

Southeast Utah National Park and Monument visitation is increasing every year, stressing vital resources along with funding for the Parks being drastically reduced, your donations are vital to Park health. Your financial support is needed to provide funding for much needed projects and support for Park programs. You can help secure a positive future for Southeast Utah’s National Parks and Monuments!

06/11/2026

Make a Difference This Summer

Summer is a great time to get involved. FOACP volunteers help support events, stewardship efforts, and programs that benefit Arches and Canyonlands
Your time makes a real impact.

👉 Learn more and sign up: https://foacp.org/support/volunteer-support/

06/09/2026

Our supporters made this possible: the new Cultural Demonstration Program at Hovenweep and Natural Bridges recently hosted their second artist of the year, Jimmy Yawakia. See his work here:

The next scheduled demonstrations are:

Ramson Lomatewama
Sept 24-27 - Natural Bridges National Monument
Oct 1-4 - Hovenweep National Monument

Duane Tawahongva
Oct 8-11 - Natural Bridges
Oct 15-18 - Hovenweep

06/08/2026

From sunrise light to star-filled skies, June is a beautiful time to experience canyon country. Every visit offers a chance to slow down, reconnect, and appreciate the timeless beauty of these protected places.

Thank you for helping preserve them.

👉 Discover ways to support the parks at FOACP.org

Photo by: Bettymaya Foott

06/06/2026

Did you know that Arches and Canyonlands experience their highest incident call volume when air temperatures are in the 80’s or 90’s? Remember to bring enough water, sun protection, food, and electrolytes - even if we experience cooler June temps.

06/04/2026

250 years of wonder. Help us steward the next 250. Millions of people come to witness something extraordinary. Your donation helps keep it that way.

Thank you for helping preserve them.

👉 Make your America 250 gift today: foacp.org/america250/

06/01/2026

June begins with bright skies, long days, and unforgettable views across canyon country. Summer brings new adventures and fresh opportunities to experience Arches, Canyonlands, and the surrounding public lands. These landscapes continue to inspire and remind us why protecting them matters.

👉 Stay connected and learn more at FOACP.org

05/29/2026

Thank You for Supporting the Parks

As May comes to a close, we’re grateful for another month of community, stewardship, and connection to the landscapes we love. Your support helps preserve Arches, Canyonlands, and surrounding public lands for generations to come.
Here’s to a summer of exploration, conservation, and inspiration.

👉 Stay involved at FOACP.org

05/28/2026

Happy Birthday Bates Wilson!

257,640 acres

This was the size of Canyonlands National Park when it was first created. But who made it happen?

Bates Wilson was the most passionate and tireless advocate for creating a new national park in the canyon country of southeastern Utah. He personally guided politicians, journalists, and Interior Department officials on jeep tours through the remote terrain to make them fall in love with the landscape. His ability to connect people emotionally to the red rock wilderness of the Needles, the Maze, and Island in the Sky was instrumental in building the political will needed to push the park through Congress. When Canyonlands National Park was finally established in 1964, Wilson was named its first superintendent, earning him the lasting title "Father of Canyonlands."

In honor of his birthday please consider a donation of
$25.76 or $257.64

https://foacp.org/donate/
It’s worth mentioning that Bates originally proposed Canyonlands to be 1 million acres, so feel free to donate that amount! (A check might be better for that to avoid the credit card fees!)

05/27/2026

🎉📖 Celebrating Bates Wilson — A Legacy Worth Remembering

Today we celebrate the birthday of Bates Wilson, the visionary often called the Father of Canyonlands. His deep love for the red rock canyons and unwavering belief in their importance helped protect one of America’s most extraordinary landscapes.

To honor his legacy, we invite you to explore his story and the passion that helped shape Canyonlands National Park.

👉 Download your free e-book, Blow Sand in His Soul:
https://tinyurl.com/BatesEbook

Join us in celebrating the life, vision, and lasting impact of a true steward of the parks.

05/25/2026

Seeing What Others Didn’t — Bates Wilson & Canyonlands

Long before Canyonlands became a national park, Bates Wilson saw something extraordinary in its vast, rugged landscape. Where others saw remote and inaccessible terrain, he saw beauty, significance, and a place worth protecting for generations to come. His vision and persistence helped turn that belief into reality.

Today, every overlook, canyon, and winding river stands as a testament to his ability to recognize the magnificence of a place others had yet to fully appreciate. Because of that vision, millions can now experience the wonder of Canyonlands.

To celebrate Bates’ birthday on the 28th, we’re giving away free e-book copies of his biography.

👉 Learn more and support the parks at https://tinyurl.com/BatesEbook

Address

2882 S. West Resource Boulevard
Moab, UT
84532

Telephone

+14352208845

Website

http://foacp.org/

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