Jesup Path in Acadia National Park, Maine

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Jesup Path in Acadia National Park, Maine

The National Park Service isn’t alone in celebrating its first 100 years in 2016—Acadia National Park is, too! A century ago, a group of visionary individuals donated the land and worked tirelessly to create the first eastern national park. Here’s to the remarkable men and women whose foresight and generosity have preserved this ruggedly beautiful coast for generations.

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