After that finally happened, it was time to party again. The president appeared via satellite. A parade featured rangers, park volunteers and Superintendent Sheridan Steele as guests of honor. Now Black Canyon of the Gunnison was an even greater community asset. National park status brings more people.
More people are good for the economy.
As I chatted with ranger Jorge Maldonado in the visitor center on the day of my arrival, a line began to form at the stamp pad. People were eagerly authenticating their presence in the newest national park. For sure, it's the newest. In time, the public might even consider it one of the best.