Shenandoah National Park

Shenandoah National Park gives you a vista fiesta. Waterfalls, scenic overlooks, the most beautiful drive along the mountaintops, wildlife, wildflowers, hiking trails and more.

Take a couple of Shenandoah insiders with you as you explore Shenandoah. Expert naturalists and professional photographers Rob and Ann Simpson guide you through it like their own backyard. Their home in the Shenandoah valley and vast natural history knowledge come through on this NaturePod along with their stunning photography. Let them share the park they love with you on your own mp3 player while you travel Skyline Drive or hike the trails.

Here’s What You Get

• Over 2 hours of expert natural and cultural history divided into 93, 1 to 5 minute segments
• A choice of two versions to fit your device: The Audio version provides a single photo for each narrative while the Video version provides a photo slide show to illustrate each narrative
• Features of each park region like Dickey Ridge, Big Meadow, Skyland and all the rest, including hiking trails accessible from each.
• Trail Information for hikes to outstanding waterfalls
• Where to explore the park’s varied plant communities and what to look for in each
• History of Skyline Drive, Skyland, and many of Shenandoah’s attributes
• Archival Photos of
  • Pre-park and early-park History
  • Civilian Conservation Corps
  • Presidents Herbert Hoover and FDR
• Content checked and endorsed by the National Park Service

Here’s What You Learn

• of the geologic forces that brought these mountains to life
• of the various Native American tribes that inhabited the mountains
• about life was for early European settlers prior to the park’s establishment
• Intriguing natural histories on:
  • 29 wildflower species found in spring, summer and fall
  • 8 park mammals including black bears, bats, bobcats and cougers
  • River dwellers and easily found invertebrates
  • Birds you are likely to see or hear in Shenandoah
• what trails meet your hiking ability
• where to see waterfalls
• what to see in each of the various park regions
• of the wondrous collection of plant communities that Shenandoah encompasses

All this in a portable and easily searched guide to Shenandoah National Park. The perfect tool to plan, execute, and reminisce about your visit to this spectacular area.