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====MT. RAINIER NATIONAL PARK====

Located in Pierce County of Wasington state, this national park's namesake comes from it's main attraction. Mt. Rainier. This mountain attracts thousands of hikers and climbers each day from all over the world. Mt. Rainier was discovered in 1792 by a british explorer [|Captain George Vancouver], who named his discovery after his friend Rear [|Admiral Peter Rainier].

Seeing as they only had horses for traveling in the 18th century it took longer for people to get there then it would today, so less people got to see it. In the 1850's a farmer and pioneer, [|James Longmire], settled near the mountain, he helped people make their way on to the moutain which caused mare visitors, who then wanted to protect the land. In March of 1899, Mt. Rainier park was established with 235,625 acres or 368 square miles under its name. [|Mt. Rainier] park is in the northwestern part of the United States near the Pacific ocean. The area is forest and holds the usual ecosystems, with animals such as mountain goats, cougars, black bears and elks. The ocean affects the climate of this park, the climate is generally cool and rainy, with summer highs in the 60s and 70s. In the winter this park is a winter wonderland with 10-20 feet of snow each year, this park even holds the [|record] of 1122" of snow in one year. Generally 1.5-2 million people visit this park a year for hiking, camping, and fishing. You can walk your dog or go for a bike ride in this park, there are many [|trails] to hike on as well.

Before Mt. Rainier was named Mt. Rainier, it was known as Talol, Tacoma or Tachoma (mother of waters) by the local natives. In 1883 [|Karl von Zittel], of Germany, and [|James Bryce], of England suggested that the land become a national park, by 1894 the suggestion was a movement, supported by the people and the press. In 1894, the area was included in the Pacific Forest Reserve made by Prseident Benjamin Harrison. In 1896, along with the Grand Canyon, the area was recommended by a special Forest Commission to become a national park. Finally on March 2, 1899 Mt. Rainier became a national park, the fifth of our country. The only congressman to oppose the movement was [|Joe Cannon] of Illinois, claiming that the "place isn't worth it." The park creation bill was signed by [|President William McKinley], who wanted “ the preservation from injury or spoliation of all timber, mineral deposits, natural curiosities, or wonders within said park, and their retention in their natural condition”.

Mt. Rainier stands 14,140 feet in the air. The Mountain is so tall it creates its own weather system. Warm moist air flows in from the pacific ocean towards the east until it hits the mountain, which rises sharply in to the cold air. The moist air turns into clouds often obscuring the mountain from view.

This mountain is a [|stratovolcano], formed by soft lava, ash and rock fragments. It has been dormant for 150 years, last erupting in the first half of the 19th century. Although it has been dormant, Mt. Rainier is still considerd an active volcano. Scientists are keeping an eye on this quiet one. It does not show any signs of eruption, but you can never be too careful. media type="custom" key="5442021" align="right"

This park would be a great place to visit because it has many activities to do year-round. The place is a family oriented with tons of activities for everyone. There's camping, skiing, horseback riding, hiking, trail rides, [|spas], and so much more. This park is the place for you if you like the outdoors and all those activities. Not to mention the [|views], Mt. Rainier national park provides [|gorgeous sites] for all to see!

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