And new cars today release some 96 percent fewer emissions than a new car 25 years ago. But let's be realistic. Don't be cajoled into giving up your car. Visit and help support our parks. Help teach young people to appreciate the beauties of the natural world.
Parks are great places.
Unfortunately, our national parks, the nation's crown jewels, are not what they used to be. They are suffering from poor management. National park managers get most of their funding from Congress, so they respond more to what politicians want than what visitors want. Realistic fees, with the revenues staying in the place where they are collected, should be the main financial support for our national parks. Educate yourself on important environmental concerns and know how your elected officials stand on these issues.