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As August rolls around, so too does the corresponding month in nimipuutímt called waw'a'maayq'áal. The beginning of this month was traditionally marked when the chinook salmon returned to the canyon streams and headwaters to spawn. #NezPerceNHP #nimiipuu

Treat yourself to a slice of tam’a̒amin’ (cake) today to celebrate National Ice Cream Cake Day! It doesn't have to be your birthday, or you can pretend it is...we don't care 🍨🎂😀

We remember the Battle of White Bird Canyon, fought 146 years ago today. We honor the individuals who defended the tribe, and the casualties on both sides of the battle. Today was the beginning of a pursuit across the nation for freedom, which sadly was never realized for most.

Have you heard the news?! Nez Perce NHP has a new park superintendent! The @NatlParkService has selected Stephen Thede as the new superintendent of Nez Perce NHP, @WhitmanMission, & @BigHoleNPS. Check out the latest news release to learn more: nps.gov/whmi/learn/new…

That wraps up our #StayParkedChat! If you couldn’t join us, feel free to still respond. We will continue to check back in. Qe’ciyéw’yew, thank you, to everyone who joined us, @WhitmanMission, @BearPawNPS, and @BigHoleNPS! #FindYourVirtualPark

Q4: What can you do to help preserve the things that matter to you? #StayParkedChat @BigHoleNPS @WhitmanMission @NezPerceNP

Q3: #StayParkedChat How should we care for places that have many meanings to many people? @NezPerceNP @BigHoleNPS @BearPawNPS

Q2: With over 400 sites, NPS preserves everything from landscapes and ecosystems to cultural practices and historical objects. What park preserves something that matters to you and why do you think it is worth preserving? #StayParkedChat @NezPerceNP @WhitmanMission @BearPawNPS

Q1: What does it mean to preserve something? @NezPerceNP @WhitmanMission @BearPawNPS & @BigHoleNPS are here to chat! Please post your answers below. #StayParkedChat #FindYourVirtualPark

Welcome to our #StayParkedChat! All of us at @NezPerceNP @WhitmanMission @BearPawNPS & @BigHoleNPS are excited to chat with you about the NPS & our mission to preserve & protect special places. Please remember to be respectful of everyone's responses. #FindYourVirtualPark

#DYK that we are co-hosting a #StayParkedChat with @BigHoleNPS @BearPawNPS and @WhitmanMission at 1:30pst today?! You might be surprised to hear that these 4 parks are all linked and managed together, making for an awesome team of parks! We can't wait to chat with you at 1:30!

Tomorrow! #StayParkedChat 1:30-2:30pm PST! You won't want to miss this conversation with @WhitmanMission, @BigHoleNPS, and @BearPawNPS!

Are you #SocialDistancing & trying to connect with National Parks from home? We have a solution! @NezPerceNP is co-hosting a #StayParkedChat on Twitter on Fri., April 10, from 1:30-2:30pmPST with @WhitmanMission @BearPawNPS & @BigHoleNPS For more details: nps.gov/planyourvisit/…

Following guidance from the CDC and recommendations from state and local public health in consultation with NPS Public Health Service officers, the Spalding visitor center at Nez Perce NHP is temporarily closed. Updates will be posted to the park website and social media.

The March 14, 2020, Tai Simpson talk at Nez Perce National Historical Park is postponed. We will keep you updated about the reschedule as we have more information. We are closely monitoring the situation related to (COVID-19). For updates, visit nps.gov/coronavirus

Upcoming event: Protecting the Sacred: A Primer on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. A presentation by Tai Simpson. At the Spalding Visitor Center, Saturday, March 14, 2020. 11am.

UPDATE: Phones are working again! Call the visitor center at 208-843-7009 if you need to contact us!

ALERT: Phones at the Spalding visitor center are currently not operational. We are working on getting the issue figured out. If you need to contact the park in the meantime send an e-mail to nepe_visitor_information@nps.gov Thanks for your patience!

Alert: No access to the Spalding picnic area due to flood danger. Closure begins at the Lapwai Creek bridge. Check back in for updates, and stay safe! #NezPerceNHP forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?…

Want to see even more Nez Perce culture and history?! Head over to our brand new Instagram account and give us a follow! instagram.com/p/B79ivXpnqNN/… #NezPerceNHP #Nimiipuu #FindYourPark