National parks

A day spent in the great outdoors can expose people to unparalleled beauty and offer the ability to view wildlife not readily encountered elsewhere.

The United States has dozens of federally-recognized national parks, as well as many other historic sites, scenic trails, national seashores and national recreation areas.

Unique geological features, diverse ecosystems, amazing natural beauty, and refuges for wild animals are located across the United States.

Yellowstone National Park was the first national park. A bill designated it as such as when signed into law in 1872 by President Ulysses S Grant, followed by Mackinac National Park in 1875, which was later decommissioned.

California (nine) and Alaska (eight) are home to the most national parks of any states.

The newest national parks were added in 2021. They include Weir Farm National Historic Park in Connecticut, Homestead National Park in Nebraska and Jimmy Carter National Historic Park in Georgia.

Exploring national parks across the nation can make for an exciting adventure and a relaxing retreat.

Visit www.nps.gov for a full list of national parks.

Church, a passionate gardener, a seasoned global traveler, and an avid Dallas Cowboys fan.

Tr ini was preceded in death by her parents; son Richard Muñoz; sisters Delores Mendoza, Anita Quintero, Guadalupe Muñoz; and brothers Antonio Jaramillo, Vincente Jaramillo, Richard Jaramillo, Adelaido Jaramillo, Pedro Jaramillo and Raymond Jaramillo.

Surviving family members are Trini’s daughter, Doris Peart (Bill); sons Ernest Muñoz (Lonita) and David Muñoz (Janie); sisters Siprianita Montalbo, Mary Martinez, Patricia Trevino and Virginia Pena; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

The family requests anyone wishing to send flowers, contact Melinda’s Gifts & Floral at 254-583-4440 or www.melindasgiftsandflorals. com.