{"title":"National Parks and Monuments","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"national parks markers from mountainclimb\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/nationalpark.jpg?1280598446\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-angels-landing-paperweight","title":"Angels Landing Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Angels Landing \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 5,785 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N37° 16' 10'' W112° 56' 55'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Zion National Park, Utah, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarker Sleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e No Station Found; Original Artwork \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eAngels Landing, one of the 6,000 foot peaks of Zion Canyon, ascends 1,700 feet over a distance of 2.5 miles to the summit. It is ringed on three sides by the river below and has amazing views in both directions along the canyon. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50553692,"sku":"W:ALpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/ALpw1_E.jpg?v=1735870509"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-badwater-basin-paperweight","title":"Badwater Basin Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Badwater Basin \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e -282 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N36° 15' 01'' W116° 49' 30'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Death Valley National Park, California, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e No Station Found \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eLOW POINT OF THE WESTERN HEMISPHERE Hottest, driest, lowest. These superlatives summarize the most striking features of Badwater Basin. Summer visitors can count on daytime temperatures in the 110° to 120°+ Fahrenheit range. Some even hope to visit on record-breaking days.\u003cbr\u003eBecause of the rain shadow effect of the Panamint Range to the west and high temperatures increasing evaporation rates, the basin is the driest location in North America. Its precipitation averages less than 2 inches annually.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"California National Parks and Monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50553702,"sku":"W:BADWpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/BADWpw1_E.jpg?v=1735870816"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-bryce-point-paperweight","title":"Bryce Point Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Bryce Point \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 8,295 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N37° 36' 19\" W113° 09' 27\" \u003cnull\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Andrew Pelz, 1997 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eFifty million years of geologic history can be read in the layers of the rocks and towers of Bryce Canyon National Park. Rain and wind have sculpted oddly beautiful formations and revealed more than 60 shades of red, copper and cream. Bryce Point is a popular place from which to watch the changing hues of a sunrise over Bryce Amphitheater. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/null\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50553792,"sku":"W:BRYCPTpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/BRYCEpw1_E.jpg?v=1735872438"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-chilkoot-pass-paperweight","title":"Chilkoot Pass Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Chilkoot Pass \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 3,487 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N59° 41' 49\" W135° 14' 19\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, Alaska, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eChilkoot Pass Trail is one of the premier hiking trails of North America, if not the world. Its history, first as a trade route of the Tlingit people and later as the passage for prospectors seeking gold is a fascinating story of primitive commerce, perseverance, greed, luck and adventure. The Klondike Gold Rush of 1897 was quickly exploited and short-lived. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50553852,"sku":"W:CHILpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/CHILpw1_E.jpg?v=1735874892"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-clingmans-dome-paperweight","title":"Clingmans Dome Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Clingmans Dome \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 6,643 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N35° 33' 46'' W83° 29' 55'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Great Smoky Mountains National Park, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eAt 6,643 feet, Clingmans Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It is the highest point in Tennessee, and the third highest point in the Appalachian Mountain range. Only Mt. Mitchell (6,684 feet) and Mt. Craig (6,647) in Mt. Mitchell State Park rise higher. Clingmans Dome is a popular park destination. Spectacular vistas await those willing to climb a 30-minute steep half-mile walk to the tower at the top. On clear, pollution-free days, views expand over 100 miles. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"high point eastern national park","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50553872,"sku":"W:CLNpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/CLNpw1_E.jpg?v=1735875407"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-confluence-grand-canyon-paperweight","title":"Confluence-Grand Canyon Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Confluence CO \u0026amp; Little CO Rivers \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 2,721 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Fran Von Eron \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eThis popular rest stop at Mile 61 is among the many pleasures of an excursion on the Colorado River. Here, the river's largest tributary, the Little Colorado, flows in brilliant shades of turquoise. Did John Wesley Powell, surveyor and leader of the river's first geological expedition, regard this place as special? We think so. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50553892,"sku":"W:CONpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/CONpw1_E.jpg?v=1735875585"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-devils-tower-paperweight","title":"Devils Tower Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003ePlace Name: Devils Tower \u003cbr\u003eBase Elevation: 4,250 ft.\u003cbr\u003eTower Elevation: 5,112 ft.\u003cbr\u003eCoordinates: N44° 35' 26'' W104° 43' 14'' \u003cbr\u003eLocation: Devils Tower National Monument, Wyoming, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eThe \"Tower\" rises 862 feet from its base and dominates the horizon of northeastern Wyoming. It attracts millions to its awesome presence. Dynamic volcanic forces created the massive monolith and its form was revealed through milleniums of erosion. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50553942,"sku":"W:DVTpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/DVTpw1_E.jpg?v=1736393787"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-el-capitan-gnis-paperweight","title":"El Capitan GNIS Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e El Capitan \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 7,569 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N37° 44' 03'' W119° 38' 12'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Yosemite National Park, California, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e No Station Found; Original Artwork \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eFive hundred million years of geologic history brought Yosemite Valley into being--from a region lying beneath an ancient sea to a valley characterized by sheer walls and flat floor. Weather and erosion continue to shape the valley.\u003cbr\u003eOne of Yosemite's most well known features is El Capitan. Its sheer granite wall is the destination of countless experienced rock climbers.\u003cbr\u003eWhat's in a name? Plenty! This medallion displays data from the official United States data source on domestic geographic names, Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). The database is useful to earth science professionals, map enthusiasts, genealogists, and many other interest groups. For on-line information, search \"Geographic Names Information System.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"California National Parks and Monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50553972,"sku":"W:ELCAPpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/ELCAPpw1_E.jpg?v=1736394169"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-glacier-point-paperweight","title":"Glacier Point Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Glacier Point \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 7,214 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N37° 43' 51'' W119° 34' 29'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Yosemite National Park, California, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e John Flippin, 1999 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eGlacier Point is a popular site within Yosemite Park for tourists and hikers alike. Whether hiking the Four Mile Trail or arriving by motor vehicle, all are rewarded with a spectacular view of Yosemite Falls, Half Dome, El Capitan and major peaks. Sunset and full moon nights are favorite times to visit. \"The story of Yosemite began about 500 million years ago when the Sierra Nevada region lay beneath an ancient sea. Thick layers of sediment lay on the sea bed, which eventually was folded and twisted and thrust above sea level. Simultaneously molten rock welled up from deep within the earth and coiled slowly beneath the layers of sediment to form granite. Erosion gradually wore away almost all the overlying rock and exposed the granite. And even as uplifts continued to form the Sierra, water, and then glaciers, went to work to carve the face of Yosemite. Weathering and erosion continue to shape it today.\" (Source: National Park Service) \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"California National Parks and Monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50554092,"sku":"W:GLApw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/GLAPWpw1_E.jpg?v=1736658161"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-golden-spike-nhs-paperweight","title":"Golden Spike NHS Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Golden Spike: Last Spike Site \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 4,905 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N41° 37' 05'' W112° 33' 02'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Golden Spike National Historic Site, Utah, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Kerry Brinkerhoff \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eCompletion of the world's first trans-continental railroad was celebrated May 10, 1869, at Promontory Summit, Utah. Here, the \"last spike\" was driven, joining the Central Pacific and Union Pacific railroads.\u003cbr\u003eGolden Spike National Historic Site lies in the northern reaches of the Great Basin Desert of Utah and ranges from 4,300 to 4,900 feet above sea level. Some 690 miles east of Sacramento, California, and 1,087 miles west of Omaha, Nebraska, its paramount purpose is to illustrate the social, economic, and political impact of the trans-continental railroad on the growth and westward development of the United States. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50554102,"sku":"W:GSPIKEpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/GSPIKEpw1_E.jpg?v=1736658586"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-grand-teton-paperweight","title":"Grand Teton Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Grand Teton \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistoric Elevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 13,770 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N43° 44' 28'' W110° 48' 09'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Dave Paisley, 1996 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003e\"The Grand,\" flanked by the Middle and South Tetons, is the highest of more than 20 peaks over 10,000 feet in the Teton Range. The Tetons rise 7,000 feet from the valley floor. Their spectacular silhouette, shaped nine million years ago by the powerful forces of our dynamic planet, is beloved by all. Beginning in 1871, the Yellowstone-Teton region was surveyed under the direction of geologist and explorer-surveyor, Ferdinand Vandiveer Hayden. The Hayden survey is often credited with making the American people aware of the grandeur of the region and the need to preserve it. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50554112,"sku":"W:GTpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/GTpw1_E.jpg?v=1736658455"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-guadalupe-paperweight","title":"Guadalupe Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Guadalupe Peak \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 8,749 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N31° 53' 28'' W104° 51' 36'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Texas, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e No Station Found \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eOnce a vast tropical ocean, millions of years of powerful winds and water have carved the rugged and dramatic character of the Guadalupe Mountain range, leaving some of the finest examples of marine fossil reef on earth. Remote and wild, Guadalupe Peak stands as the highest peak in Texas and is still one of windiest places in the nation, so hikers take heed!\u003cbr\u003eThe complexity of the geography allows unique life zones to shelter a staggering number of plants and animals.\u003cbr\u003eThe hidden seeps and springs have lured people into these mountains for thousands of years. And thanks to the efforts of Wallace Everette Pratt, early petroleum geologist and dedicated conservationist, the Guadalupe Mountains National Park was established in 1966.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"high points","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50554152,"sku":"W:GUADpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/GUADpw1_E.jpg?v=1736659037"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-half-dome-gnis-paperweight","title":"Half Dome GNIS Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Half Dome \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 8,842 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N37° 44' 46'' W119° 31' 55'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Yosemite National Park, California, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e No Station Found; Original Artwork \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eYosemite Valley, about 3,000 feet deep and just a mile or two wide, is known for its landmark rock formations. Half Dome is perhaps the most recognized and sought after. Visitors planning a hike to the top are assisted with cables anchored securely in the massive monolith. Even so, the 17 mile round trip is challenging and requires caution, fitness and endurance. Half Dome can be seen throughout eastern Yosemite Valley and from Glacier Point. Alternate names include Frances Peak, Rock of Ages, Tesayac, and To-co-ya.\u003cbr\u003eWhat's in a name? Plenty! This medallion displays data from the official United States data source on domestic geographic names, Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). The database is useful to earth science professionals, map enthusiasts, genealogists, and many other interest groups. For on-line information, search \"Geographic Names Information System.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"California National Parks and Monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50554162,"sku":"W:HALFpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/HALFpw2_E.jpg?v=1736659719"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-hopi-grand-canyon-paperweight","title":"Hopi-Grand Canyon Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Hopi Point \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N36º 04' 34\" W112º 09' 17\" \u003cnull\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Betty Risser, 2001 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eTens of thousands of visitors have enjoyed a Grand Canyon sunset from Hopi Point on the canyon's south rim. 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The canyon was mapped using photogrametry and the emerging GPS (Global Positioning System) technology. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/null\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50554232,"sku":"W:HOPIpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/HOPIpw1_E.jpg?v=1736661084"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-joshua-tree-paperweight","title":"Joshua Tree Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Joshua Tree \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 2,008 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N33° 55' 00\" W115° 55' 03\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Joshua Tree National Park, California, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Andrew Pelz, 1996 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eJoshua Tree National Park is a large public land (nearly 800,000 acres) characterized by two deserts--the Colorado Desert to the east and the higher, cooler, and wetter Mojave Desert to the west. 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Its gnarled, twisted appearance is sometimes called grotesque but has been a useful natural resource of materials over the years for the early Pinto culture and later settlers. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"California National Parks and Monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50554252,"sku":"W:JOSHpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/JOSHpw1_E.jpg?v=1736661506"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-kilauea-paperweight","title":"Kilauea Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Kilauea Crater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e 4,076 ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e N19° 24' 26'' W155° 17' 00''\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Volcanoes National Park, Hawai`i, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Jim Dryden and Wayne Groff, 1997\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"text\"\u003eHawai`i, the Big Island, is home to five volcanoes—Mauna Loa, Maunakea, Kohala, Hualalāi, and Kīlauea, the youngest of the five. Once considered a satellite of Mauna Loa, scientists have determined that Kīlauea is a separate volcano with its own magna-producing system. It has the distinction of being the most active volcano in the world. Evidence suggests\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKīlauea\u003c\/span\u003e began its activity from 300,000-600,000 years ago and has remained active to the present, it has been spewing out lava and rising from the sea.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50554282,"sku":"W:KILAUpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/KILAUpw1_E.jpg?v=1736661821"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-lassen-paperweight","title":"Lassen  Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Lassen Peak \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 10,457 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N41° 29' 16'' W121° 30' 14'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Lassen Volcanic National Park, California, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Craig Bysted, 2001 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eLassen Peak is the centerpiece of a landscape created by millennia of volcanic activity. 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With over 30 slow and quiet eruptions since 1843, it is also one of the most active.\u003cbr\u003eThanks to the efforts of conservationists Lorrin Thurston and Dr. Thomas A. Jaggar, the Hawaiian volcano lands became a national park in 1916 and are now an International Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site.\u003cbr\u003eRespect for the land has long been honored in Hawaiian traditions all the way back to Pele, the Hawaiian goddess of the volcano. Hawaiian elders teach malama o ka 'aina--care for the land and the land will care for you.\u003cbr\u003eSo remember, e nihi ka hele, walk softly!  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"observatories","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50554432,"sku":"W:MLOApw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/MLOApw1.jpg?v=1736996488"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-middle-teton-paperweight","title":"Middle Teton Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Middle Teton \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 12,804 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N43° 43' 48'' W110° 48' 38'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarker Sleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Chris Ballard \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eMiddle Teton is situated in Grand Teton National Park among a group of rugged mountains known for their spectacular silhouette, a silhouette shaped nine million years ago by powerful geological forces. 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There are no easy routes to the summit and mountaineering skills and equipment are necessary for most people.\u003cbr\u003eMount Moran carries five of the twelve glaciers found in the Teton Range. The three clinging to its northern slopes are collectively called \"The Triple Glaciers.\" Skillet Glacier resembles a frying pan. Falling ice Glacier is located on the high precipitous southern face.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50554532,"sku":"W:MORpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/MORpw1.jpg?v=1739745850"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-moro-rock-paperweight","title":"Moro Rock Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Moro Rock \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 6725 Ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N36° 32' 24'' W118° 45' 54'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Sequoia National Park, California, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Sequoia Natural History Association \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eMoro Rock, one of the scenic highlights of Sequoia National Park, is a granite monolith shaped by millions of years of weathering. 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Cloaked with seven glaciers, it is notable for its Blue Glacier receiving up to 500 inches of snow each year--a result of being located on a peninsula which is one of the wettest places in the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50554562,"sku":"W:OLYMPpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/OLYMPpw1.jpg?v=1736997435"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-phantom-ranch-grand-canyon-paperweight","title":"Phantom Ranch-Grand Canyon Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Phantom Ranch \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N36º 06' 18\" W112º 05' 40\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Sjors, a Grand Canyon Volunteer \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003ePhantom Ranch is a special destination whether one returns to the South Rim or continues rim-to-rim. It is situated in a deep gorge of the canyon near the confluence of the great Colorado River and Bright Angel Creek. In the early 1970's Bradford Washburn of the Boston Museum of Science collaborated with the National Geographic Society to undertake a modern mapping project of the canyon. He was assisted with field surveying by Barbara Washburn. The canyon was mapped using photogrametry and the emerging GPS (Global Positioning System) technology. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50554582,"sku":"W:PHANpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/PHANpw1.jpg?v=1736997660"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-rushmore-paperweight","title":"Rushmore Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Mount Rushmore \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 5725 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N43° 52' 30'' W103° 22' 30'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Mt. Rushmore National Park, South Dakota, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e No Station Found \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eOften referred to as the \"Shrine of Democracy,\" Mount Rushmore National Memorial celebrates the first 150 years of growth and development in the United States. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50554692,"sku":"W:RUSHpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/RUSHpw1.jpg?v=1736999138"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-saint-helens-paperweight","title":"St. Helens Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e St. Helens \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 9677 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation after May 18, 1980:\u003c\/span\u003e 8364 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N46° 12' 00'' W122° 11' 21'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Mount Saint Helens National Monument, Washington, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e No Station Found; Original Artwork \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eThirty years later, following the May 18, 1980 eruption of the beautiful stratovolcano Mount Saint Helens, the Native American moniker \"smoking mountain\" still applies. The Cascades Volcano Observatory reports on its website \"continuous intermittent volcanic activity and ...occasional eruptions of steam and ash, occasional pyroclastic flows\" and \"...intermittent extrusion of dome-forming.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50554702,"sku":"W:StHpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/StHpw1.jpg?v=1737000360"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-telescope-peak-paperweight","title":"Telescope Peak Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Telescope Peak \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 11,049 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N36° 10' 11'' W117° 05' 16'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Death Valley National Monument, California, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Andrew Pelz, 1997 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eTelescope Peak, at 11,049 feet, is the highest point of Death Valley National Monument. The elevation gain from the valley floor to the summit is over 11,300 feet. In the USA, only Mt. Rainier, Mt. Fairweather, and Mt. McKinley boast greater elevation gain.Its summit is snow-covered from mid-November to mid-April making it unavailable except to experienced and well-equipped climbers. All are advised to be well prepared.\u003cbr\u003eDeath Valley and its surrounding mountain ranges, the Panamint and Black Mountains, are considered \"basin and range\" country. Geologic forces have separated and tilted the ranges and created a basin between them. The area boasts the highest mean summer temperatures, the lowest point in the western hemisphere, and proximity to the highest point in the continental United States--Mount Whitney 85 miles to the west.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"California National Parks and Monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50554942,"sku":"W:TELpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/TELpw1.jpg?v=1737000812"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-washington-monument-paperweight","title":"Washington Monument Paperweight","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 1\/4 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton Felt backing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a fitted fleece interior of a clear-acrylic covered gift box.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Washington Monument \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 555 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N38° 53' 22.08377'' W77° 02' 06.86378'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003eNational Mall, District of Columbia, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003e This beloved and well-known monument is the world's tallest free-standing masonry structure; it is arguably the nation's most recognized landmark and stands as a tribute to freedom. Little recognized is the fact it also functions as a survey monument. Upon completion by the US Corps of Army Engineers in 1884, scaffolding was mounted around the apex of the massive structure. From there, survey measurements of the surrounding vicinity were made - an appropriate use of the monument to George Washington a surveyor in his youth.\u003cbr\u003eIn August, 1999, during the restoration of the monument, the National Geodetic Survey made GPS observations from its apex and established precise position and elevation measurements. Several other significant points were observed including the Zero Milestone, the Meridian Stone of 1890, and the Jefferson Stone (marking the nation's first meridian). \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments eastern","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555002,"sku":"W:WSHpw","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/files\/WSHpw1.jpg?v=1736723220"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-angels-landing-gis-pin","title":"Angels Landing Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Angels Landing \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 5,785 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N37° 16' 10'' W112° 56' 55'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Zion National Park, Utah, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e No Station Found; Original Artwork \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eAngels Landing, one of the 6,000 foot peaks of Zion Canyon, ascends 1,700 feet over a distance of 2.5 miles to the summit. It is ringed on three sides by the river below and has amazing views in both directions along the canyon. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555502,"sku":"N:ALpn","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/ALpn.jpg?v=1571262394"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-badwater-basin-pin","title":"Badwater Basin Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Badwater Basin \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e -282 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N36° 15' 01'' W116° 49' 30'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Death Valley National Park, California, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarker Sleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e No Station Found \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eLOW POINT OF THE WESTERN HEMISPHERE Hottest, driest, lowest. These superlatives summarize the most striking features of Badwater Basin. Summer visitors can count on daytime temperatures in the 110° to 120°+ Fahrenheit range. Some even hope to visit on record-breaking days.\u003cbr\u003eBecause of the rain shadow effect of the Panamint Range to the west and high temperatures increasing evaporation rates, the basin is the driest location in North America. Its precipitation averages less than 2 inches annually.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"California National Parks and Monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555512,"sku":"N:BADWpn","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/BADWpn1.jpg?v=1571262395"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-bryce-canyon-pin","title":"Bryce Canyon Visitor Center Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Bryce Canyon \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 7894 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N37° 38' 24'' W112° 10' 12'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Utah, USA \u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eThis is a commemorative mark fashioned after the custom survey mark of the Bryce Canyon National Park Visitor Center. It was produced in cooperation with the Bryce Canyon Natural History Association. For more information about the association contact www.brycecanyon.org \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555582,"sku":"N:BRY2pn","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/BRYpn2.jpg?v=1571262395"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-bryce-point-pin","title":"Bryce Point Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Bryce Point \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 8,295 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N37° 36' 19\" W113° 09' 27\" \u003cnull\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Andrew Pelz, 1997 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eFifty million years of geologic history can be read in the layers of the rocks and towers of Bryce Canyon National Park. Rain and wind have sculpted oddly beautiful formations and revealed more than 60 shades of red, copper and cream. 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It is the highest point in Tennessee, and the third highest point in the Appalachian Mountain range. Only Mt. Mitchell (6,684 feet) and Mt. Craig (6,647) in Mt. Mitchell State Park rise higher. Clingmans Dome is a popular park destination. Spectacular vistas await those willing to climb a 30-minute steep half-mile walk to the tower at the top. On clear, pollution-free days, views expand over 100 miles. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"high point eastern national park","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555622,"sku":"N:CLNpn","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/CLNpn.jpeg?v=1571262395"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-confluence-grand-canyon-pin","title":"Confluence-Grand Canyon Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Confluence CO \u0026amp; Little CO Rivers \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 2,721 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Fran Von Eron \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eThis popular rest stop at Mile 61 is among the many pleasures of an excursion on the Colorado River. Here, the river's largest tributary, the Little Colorado, flows in brilliant shades of turquoise. Did John Wesley Powell, surveyor and leader of the river's first geological expedition, regard this place as special? We think so. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555642,"sku":"N:CONpn","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/CONpn_9ab9e686-71a6-41f8-8d53-b32e0915193c.jpg?v=1571262395"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-devils-tower-2-pc-pin","title":"Devils Tower 2-pc Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Devils Tower \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBase Elevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 4,250 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTower Elevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 5,112 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N44° 35' 26'' W104° 43' 14'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Devils Tower National Monument, Wyoming, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eThe \"Tower\" rises 862 feet from its base and dominates the horizon of northeastern Wyoming. It attracts millions to its awesome presence. Dynamic volcanic forces created the massive monolith and its form was revealed through millenniums of erosion. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555652,"sku":"N:DVTpn","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/DVTpnr.jpg?v=1571262395"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-el-capitan-gnis-pin","title":"El Capitan GNIS Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e El Capitan \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 7,569 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N37° 44' 03'' W119° 38' 12'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Yosemite National Park, California, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e No Station Found; Original Artwork \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eFive hundred million years of geologic history brought Yosemite Valley into being--from a region lying beneath an ancient sea to a valley characterized by sheer walls and flat floor. Weather and erosion continue to shape the valley.\u003cbr\u003e One of Yosemite's most well known features is El Capitan. Its sheer granite wall is the destination of countless experienced rock climbers.\u003cbr\u003e What's in a name? Plenty! This medallion displays data from the official United States data source on domestic geographic names, Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). The database is useful to earth science professionals, map enthusiasts, genealogists, and many other interest groups. For on-line information, search \"Geographic Names Information System.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"California National Parks and Monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555672,"sku":"N:ELCAPpn","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/ELCAPpn.jpg?v=1571262396"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-glacier-point-pin","title":"Glacier Point Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Glacier Point \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 7,214 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N37° 43' 51'' W119° 34' 29'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Yosemite National Park, California, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e John Flippin, 1999 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eGlacier Point is a popular site within Yosemite Park for tourists and hikers alike. Whether hiking the Four Mile Trail or arriving by motor vehicle, all are rewarded with a spectacular view of Yosemite Falls, Half Dome, El Capitan and major peaks. Sunset and full moon nights are favorite times to visit. \"The story of Yosemite began about 500 million years ago when the Sierra Nevada region lay beneath an ancient sea. Thick layers of sediment lay on the sea bed, which eventually was folded and twisted and thrust above sea level. Simultaneously molten rock welled up from deep within the earth and coiled slowly beneath the layers of sediment to form granite. Erosion gradually wore away almost all the overlying rock and exposed the granite. And even as uplifts continued to form the Sierra, water, and then glaciers, went to work to carve the face of Yosemite. Weathering and erosion continue to shape it today.\" (Source: National Park Service) \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"California National Parks and Monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555742,"sku":"N:GLApn","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/GLApn.jpg?v=1571262396"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-golden-spike-nhs-pin","title":"Golden Spike NHS Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Golden Spike: Last Spike Site \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 4,905 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N41° 37' 05'' W112° 33' 02'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Golden Spike National Historic Site, Utah, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Kerry Brinkerhoff \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eCompletion of the world's first trans-continental railroad was celebrated May 10, 1869, at Promontory Summit, Utah. Here, the \"last spike\" was driven, joining the Central Pacific and Union Pacific railroads.\u003cbr\u003e Golden Spike National Historic Site lies in the northern reaches of the Great Basin Desert of Utah and ranges from 4,300 to 4,900 feet above sea level. Some 690 miles east of Sacramento, California, and 1,087 miles west of Omaha, Nebraska, its paramount purpose is to illustrate the social, economic, and political impact of the trans-continental railroad on the growth and westward development of the United States. \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555752,"sku":"N:GSPIKEpn","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/GSPIKEpn.jpg?v=1571262397"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-grand-teton-pin","title":"Grand Teton Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Grand Teton \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistoric Elevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 13,770 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N43° 44' 28'' W110° 48' 09'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Dave Paisley, 1996 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003e\"The Grand,\" flanked by the Middle and South Tetons, is the highest of more than 20 peaks over 10,000 feet in the Teton Range. The Tetons rise 7,000 feet from the valley floor. Their spectacular silhouette, shaped nine million years ago by the powerful forces of our dynamic planet, is beloved by all. Beginning in 1871, the Yellowstone-Teton region was surveyed under the direction of geologist and explorer-surveyor, Ferdinand Vandiveer Hayden. The Hayden survey is often credited with making the American people aware of the grandeur of the region and the need to preserve it. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555762,"sku":"N:GTpn","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/GTpn.jpg?v=1571262397"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-half-dome-gnis-pin","title":"Half Dome GNIS Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Half Dome \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 8,842 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N37° 44' 46'' W119° 31' 55'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Yosemite National Park, California, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e No Station Found; Original Artwork \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eYosemite Valley, about 3,000 feet deep and just a mile or two wide, is known for its landmark rock formations. Half Dome is perhaps the most recognized and sought after. Visitors planning a hike to the top are assisted with cables anchored securely in the massive monolith. Even so, the 17 mile round trip is challenging and requires caution, fitness and endurance. Half Dome can be seen throughout eastern Yosemite Valley and from Glacier Point. Alternate names include Frances Peak, Rock of Ages, Tesayac, and To-co-ya.\u003cbr\u003e What's in a name? Plenty! This medallion displays data from the official United States data source on domestic geographic names, Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). The database is useful to earth science professionals, map enthusiasts, genealogists, and many other interest groups. For on-line information, search \"Geographic Names Information System.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"California National Parks and Monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555802,"sku":"N:HALFpn","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/HALFpn.jpg?v=1571262397"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-hopi-grand-canyon-pin","title":"Hopi-Grand Canyon Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Hopi Point \u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N36º 04' 34\" W112º 09' 17\" \u003cnull\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, USA \u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Betty Risser, 2001 \u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eTens of thousands of visitors have enjoyed a Grand Canyon sunset from Hopi Point on the canyon's south rim. In the early 1970's Bradford Washburn of the Boston Museum of Science collaborated with the National Geographic Society to undertake a modern mapping project of the canyon. He was assisted with field surveying by Barbara Washburn. The canyon was mapped using photogrametry and the emerging GPS (Global Positioning System) technology. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/null\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555862,"sku":"N:HOPIpn","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/HOPIpn_6a442388-c224-4cda-a31f-404dce462e2a.jpg?v=1571262397"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-inspiration-point-gnis-pin","title":"Inspiration Point GNIS Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Inspiration Point Jenny Lake \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 7,200 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N43 46' 02'' W110 44' 52'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e No Station Found; Original Artwork \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eAlthough Jenny Lake is a popular destination within Grand Teton National Park, one can still find solitude amid the grandeur. Cross Jenny Lake by passenger boat, pick up the trail to Cascade Canyon and hike to Hidden Falls. Continue another ten minutes to Inspiration Point. It come to it name rightly--views of Jenny Lake and the Tetons reward you for your effort. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555882,"sku":"N:INSPTpn","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/INSPpn.jpg?v=1571262398"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-kilauea-pin","title":"Kilauea Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Kilauea Crater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e 4,076 ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e N19° 24' 26'' W155° 17' 00''\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Volcanoes National Park, Hawai`i, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Jim Dryden and Wayne Groff, 1997\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHawai`i, the Big Island, is home to five volcanoes—Mauna Loa, Maunakea, Kohala, Hualalāi, and Kīlauea, the youngest of the five. Once considered a satellite of Mauna Loa, scientists have determined that Kīlauea is a separate volcano with its own magna-producing system. It has the distinction of being the most active volcano in the world. Evidence suggests\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKīlauea\u003c\/span\u003e began its activity from 300,000-600,000 years ago and has remained active to the present, it has been spewing out lava and rising from the sea.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"national parks and monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555912,"sku":"N:KILAUpn","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/KILAUpn.jpg?v=1571262398"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-lassen-pin","title":"Lassen Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Lassen Peak \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 10,457 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N41° 29' 16'' W121° 30' 14'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Lassen Volcanic National Park, California, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Craig Bysted, 2001 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eLassen Peak is the centerpiece of a landscape created by millennia of volcanic activity. The great Mt. Tehama, once comprising an 11 mile base, spawned numerous peaks. Lassen Peak began a series of more than 150 eruptions in May 1914, culminating in a great eruption in May 1915. Because of the area's rich and recent volcanic history, the area was established as a national park in 1916. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"California National Parks and Monuments","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50555952,"sku":"N:LASSpn","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/LASSpn.jpg?v=1571262398"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-mauna-loa-pin","title":"Mauna Loa Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Mauna Loa \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 13,677 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N19° 28' 56'' W155° 36' 18'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e The Island of Hawaii, Hawaii, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Ray Burnham \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eMauna Loa, which means \"Long Mountain\" because of its long, gently sloping shape, is the largest volcano on our planet. With over 30 slow and quiet eruptions since 1843, it is also one of the most active.\u003cbr\u003e Thanks to the efforts of conservationists Lorrin Thurston and Dr. Thomas A. Jaggar, the Hawaiian volcano lands became a national park in 1916 and are now an International Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site.\u003cbr\u003e Respect for the land has long been honored in Hawaiian traditions all the way back to Pele, the Hawaiian goddess of the volcano. Hawaiian elders teach malama o ka 'aina--care for the land and the land will care for you.\u003cbr\u003e So remember, e nihi ka hele, walk softly!  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"observatories","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50556032,"sku":"N:MLOApn","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0051\/5982\/products\/MLOApn_f99e711a-ec0e-46c1-b1a2-5785ba5e2b6b.jpg?v=1571262399"},{"product_id":"benchmark-medallions-moran-pin","title":"Moran Pin","description":"\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\r\u003cli\u003eCast in fine pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\r\u003cli\u003eMilitary clutch back\u003c\/li\u003e\r\u003cli\u003eMounted on story card\u003c\/li\u003e\r\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"interpretivetext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace Name:\u003c\/span\u003e Mount Moran \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e 12,605 ft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinates:\u003c\/span\u003e N43° 50' 07'' W110° 46' 32'' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkerSleuth Photo Contributor:\u003c\/span\u003e Steve Rice, 1999 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text\"\u003eOne of a dozen peaks over 12,000 feet in the spectacular Teton Range, Mount Moran offers a challenging climb and rewards the effort with an awesome view from its flat-topped summit. There are no easy routes to the summit and mountaineering skills and equipment are necessary for most people.\u003cbr\u003e Mount Moran carries five of the twelve glaciers found in the Teton Range. The three clinging to its northern slopes are collectively called \"The Triple Glaciers.\" Skillet Glacier resembles a frying pan. 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An elaborate and intimidating wooden staircase was erected to the top of Moro Rock in 1917. It was replaced in 1931 with a 1\/4 mile stone staircase carved into the rock. 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It is situated in a deep gorge of the canyon near the confluence of the great Colorado River and Bright Angel Creek. In the early 1970's Bradford Washburn of the Boston Museum of Science collaborated with the National Geographic Society to undertake a modern mapping project of the canyon. He was assisted with field surveying by Barbara Washburn. 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