Happy Earth Day and National Park Week

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“In every outthrust headland, in every curving beach, in every grain of sand there is the story of the earth.”

~Rachel Carson

 

Earth Day, National Park, Nature, Environment, Photography, Landscape Photography

Celebrate

 

Earth Day, National Park, Nature, Environment, Photography, Landscape Photography

Treasure

 

Earth Day, National Park, Nature, Environment, Photography, Landscape Photography

Explore

 

Earth Day, National Park, Nature, Environment, Photography, Landscape Photography

Save

 

“Take nothing but pictures

Kill nothing but time

Leave nothing but footprints

To show you came by”

~ John Kay

 

Earth Day, National Park, Nature, Environment, Photography, Landscape Photography

Applaud

 

Earth Day, National Park, Nature, Environment, Photography, Landscape Photography

Revere

 

Earth Day, National Park, Nature, Environment, Photography, Landscape Photography

Marvel

 

Earth Day, National Park, Nature, Environment, Photography, Landscape Photography

Refresh

 

Earth Day, National Park, Nature, Environment, Photography, Landscape Photography

Share

 

National Park Images:

Joshua Tree, California | Crater Lake, Oregon | Glacier, Montana | Badlands, South Dakota | Yosemite, California | Bryce, Utah | Yellowstone, Wyoming | Olympic, Washington | Yosemite, California

 

Helpful links to learn more about the environment and conservation: 

The Nature Conservancy

National Park Service

World Wildlife Fund

National Wildlife Federation

 

Every day is Earth Day.

 

 

 

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190 comments ›

  2. Tofino Photography
    May 14, 2021 • 11:56 am

    I recognized Crater lake right away Jane. Beautiful shots!

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  3. denisebushphoto
    May 12, 2021 • 8:36 am

    Awesome set to celebrate Earth! I like your little shrub in what I recognize as the ‘Badlands, Yellow Mounds’. The image titled, ‘Marvel’ is a beautiful design and composition. 🌎

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  4. Gunta
    May 9, 2021 • 7:36 pm

    Happy belated Earth Day to you, too. I’m slowly chipping away at my backlog of favorite posts to visit. Perhaps someday I’ll get caught up! Your posts are much too beautiful to be missed, even in the worst of times.

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  5. Andrew Seal
    May 6, 2021 • 3:12 pm

    Your National Parks are truly magnificent. I hope it’s not too long before we can visit again. Thanks for these lovely images Jane

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  8. Unique
    May 5, 2021 • 4:23 pm

    Nature is indeed beautiful but this is so amazing!
    Love the collection

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  9. Thotaramani
    May 4, 2021 • 10:14 am

    How awesome you have written poem

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  10. Steve Gingold
    May 3, 2021 • 4:11 pm

    Each and every one of these images is an expressive argument for the philosophy that every day is and should be Earth Day. It is our home. How can we destroy the only place we know that our species and most all of those we share this place with can survive? Okay, so cockroaches will survive anything. 🙂 But the rest of us?

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    • Jane Lurie
      May 5, 2021 • 11:09 am

      Thank you very much, Steve. Means a lot coming from your trained eye. And I couldn’t agree more that every day is Earth Day and when will we learn to do everything we can to protect her?

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  11. bluebrightly
    May 3, 2021 • 9:59 am

    Oh, I’m behind again, sorry. Thank you for noting this important say with these beautiful images. I’m really taken with the colors in “Explore” and the colors and shapes in “Marvel.” And those two titles are just what the doctor ordered – for all of us.

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  12. BZA GRIOT
    May 3, 2021 • 7:29 am

    Has anyone been to a good one in Texas?

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  15. nfa7
    May 2, 2021 • 12:26 pm

    Such a stunning set of pictures!! Our Earth is so beautiful ❤💚💚

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  16. Becca W.
    May 2, 2021 • 9:54 am

    Breath taking! Such a beautiful post! Thanks for sharing these photos with thoughtful words to match 🙂

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  17. Marissa Bruno
    May 2, 2021 • 7:58 am

    I absolutely love crater lake❤️

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  20. naturebackin
    May 1, 2021 • 4:07 am

    A wonderful way to celebrate our planet and Earth Day. I also enjoyed your well-chosen one-word captions.

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  21. The Strong Traveller
    April 30, 2021 • 9:24 pm

    Your pictures tell us the stories from every nook and corner of the beautiful world you’ve captured! 🙂

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  25. GeoTrend
    April 30, 2021 • 7:44 am

    Magnificent photography ❤️❤️

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  26. Toonsarah
    April 30, 2021 • 5:58 am

    Such beautiful photos, reminding me why I love your US National Parks so much. A wonderful collection to mark Earth Day! If I had to pick I would choose the monochrome shot of Bryce Canyon as a favourite perhaps 🙂

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  28. Deena Fernando
    April 29, 2021 • 10:40 pm

    Is it the pacific Crest Trail? 😍

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  29. J.D.
    April 29, 2021 • 1:02 pm

    Magnificent. What an incredible world we live in.

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  30. Tanisha
    April 29, 2021 • 12:33 pm

    Stunning and your photography remindes me of all the goodness that mother nature holds in its lap. Happy Earth Day.
    The beauty of nature is omnipresent and we must appreciate that and capture them in the beautiful in thesot beautiful way.. something that you are doing. Keep going, Jane.
    Take care.

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  31. Isamatovu
    April 29, 2021 • 9:43 am

    Season a changing in Uganda

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  32. The Climate Activism
    April 29, 2021 • 6:35 am

    Nice

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  35. Enn
    April 28, 2021 • 6:39 pm

    Thank you for sharing this. So beautiful.

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  37. Teshana Hartema
    April 28, 2021 • 4:31 am

    Wooooooo beautiful 🥰

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  38. Brett Sale
    April 28, 2021 • 12:21 am

    Stunning post. Thank you for sharing ♥️

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  40. Sasi
    April 27, 2021 • 7:14 pm

    Hi Jane,
    Looking at your pictures made me comment here. I love nature and you captured it very well. BTW, am a newbie to blogs. And one last thing, that quote explains it all.

    Thank you

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  41. Ron Spain
    April 27, 2021 • 5:31 pm

    Just breathtaking images, Jane! Thanks for sharing.
    Hope you guys are doing well & staying safe!
    Love,
    Ron & Joan

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    • Jane Lurie
      April 27, 2021 • 6:34 pm

      Hi Ron, Great to hear from you. I’m so glad you enjoyed these- great memories of our fabulous parks. Thanks so much!
      We are feeling a bit of freedom and doing well. Hope the same for you and Joan and that you can see your sweet grandkids! ❤️

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  42. Hannahemmanuel
    April 27, 2021 • 3:07 pm

    Beautiful content💯

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  43. belindagroverphotography
    April 27, 2021 • 1:18 pm

    Such lovely landscapes, Jane. A real pleasure to view!

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  46. YellowCable
    April 27, 2021 • 5:13 am

    A great way to celebrate Earth Day! Great nature / landscape pictures!

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  47. Mo_Onalaja
    April 27, 2021 • 5:08 am

    Beautiful pictures.

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  48. AndysWorldJourneys
    April 27, 2021 • 4:32 am

    wonderful shots what an incredible planet we live on!

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  49. Enchanted Elixir
    April 27, 2021 • 1:13 am

    Images are awesome…. And the lines are perfect too…

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  50. The Guat
    April 26, 2021 • 11:37 pm

    Duuuuuude I’m diffing these pics and the Joshua Tree! Mannnnn always wanted to go there since U2’s album but every time I had a minute it’s been like 100-and-something. But I think this year may be the one. Early morning road trip might make for an awesome Kodak moment. Loving it! Plus the “story of Earth” that quotes fits! It’s on point with your beautiful pics. You always make me want to go places and fill up my inner peace tank 🙂 THANK YOU!

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    • Jane Lurie
      April 27, 2021 • 6:20 pm

      Thank you, Guat! 😄 I’ve wanted to go to JT for a long time and like you, it was always too hot. We lucked out on a very uncrowded day that was mild and beautiful. And, it was on Earth Day this past week which was perfect! I’m so glad these inspired you and I hope you get out and enjoy a great nature experience sometime soon. 🌎💚🌍

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  51. Erik
    April 26, 2021 • 11:28 pm

    Jane, those lovely pictures of various scenery are the product of many journeys. Congratulations on your sensitivity as well as your technique.

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  52. Terri Webster Schrandt
    April 26, 2021 • 5:08 pm

    The glorious pics say it all, but your one-word descriptions are perfect, Jane!

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  53. Dave Ply
    April 26, 2021 • 3:01 pm

    It’s an amazing planet, isn’t it? Beautiful shots, once again.

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  54. M.B. Henry
    April 26, 2021 • 2:45 pm

    Gorgeous, jaw-dropping photos of our beautiful National Parks.

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  55. Graham Stephen
    April 26, 2021 • 10:35 am

    Amaze.

    ✨🙏🕉🌱🌿🌳🌻💚🕊☯🐉✨

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  56. fauquetmichel
    April 26, 2021 • 8:26 am

    Those beautiful photos of diversified landscapes are the fruit of several trips , Janne .
    Congratulation for your sensiblity and your technic.
    Love ❤
    Michel

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    • Jane Lurie
      April 27, 2021 • 6:08 pm

      What a lovely compliment, Michel. We’ve driven across country a number of times and visited many National Parks. Wonderful memories. I’m happy you enjoyed the images- thank you very much. 🌍💚

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  57. Peter Klopp
    April 26, 2021 • 7:39 am

    Great photography to celebrate Earth Day and a quote that every hiker should heed before venturing into nature!

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  58. Sparkle She has things to say
    April 26, 2021 • 7:19 am

    Love this post 😻😻😻

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  60. #the novel reader
    April 26, 2021 • 7:15 am

    amazing and beautiful photos of nature

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  61. Aditya
    April 26, 2021 • 6:46 am

    Lovely view with peace 👌👌👌😍😍😍

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  62. Sreejith Nair
    April 26, 2021 • 5:07 am

    Incredible landscape images…

    Thank you so much for sharing, Jane 🙂

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  63. Mabel Kwong
    April 26, 2021 • 3:47 am

    Absolutely stunning collection of images, Jane. Your work is on point as always, every shot a winner. Love how you showcased different landscapes of Earth and different parks. Amazing how different parks are so beautiful and unique in their own ways 🌳🌏

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    • Jane Lurie
      April 27, 2021 • 4:38 pm

      Thank you so much, Mabel! How nice to read. It is quite amazing how different the parks are- I am always reminding myself how lucky we are to have them and that they must be protected and respected. I really appreciate your visit here. 😍

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  64. Jane Iwan
    April 26, 2021 • 3:43 am

    This is a powerful post, Jane, and a wonderful tribute to Earth.

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  65. Robert Parker
    April 26, 2021 • 3:37 am

    Wow what a stunning album. They’re all wonderful, but I keep scrolling back to that solitary tree in the middle of the Badlands, very cool! This also makes a great “bucket list,” I haven’t been to most of these places yet.

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  66. Anita
    April 26, 2021 • 3:29 am

    Incredibly beautiful images Jane!! True and thoughtful quotes and stunning landscape views!!

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  67. restlessjo
    April 26, 2021 • 2:01 am

    I have to Applaud and Marvel! These are just sensational, Jane 🙂 🙂

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  69. solaner
    April 26, 2021 • 12:04 am

    Top, Jane! I need to make a note for next year. I missed it

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  70. harrienijland
    April 25, 2021 • 11:28 pm

    ‘Take nothing but pictures’.. That’s a good one! Fine shots, Jane! They suit the subject perfectly! 🙂

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  71. Alison and Don
    April 25, 2021 • 9:19 pm

    What a gorgeous collection.
    Alison

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  72. Kittu
    April 25, 2021 • 7:56 pm

    You chose the right words👍

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  74. bayphotosbydonna
    April 25, 2021 • 7:32 pm

    Each is stunning and perfect to celebrate Earth Day!

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  75. harpiytravel
    April 25, 2021 • 6:36 pm

    As always beautiful pictures 😍

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  76. Ellen Jennings
    April 25, 2021 • 5:42 pm

    A wonderful collection, Jane. Your compositions are stunning, especially Explore and Marvel.

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  77. sueruvo
    April 25, 2021 • 5:11 pm

    Beautiful, Jane……

    On Sun, Apr 25, 2021 at 3:13 PM Jane Lurie Photography wrote:

    > Jane Lurie posted: ““In every outthrust headland, in every curving beach, > in every grain of sand there is the story of the earth.” ~Rachel Carson > “Take nothing but pictures Kill nothing but time Leave nothi” >

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  78. Amy
    April 25, 2021 • 4:51 pm

    Magnificent! Thank you for this special series, Jane!

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  79. Steve Schwartzman
    April 25, 2021 • 4:39 pm

    I like all the layers and colors in your third picture. Badlands is a great park for such sites.

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  80. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections
    April 25, 2021 • 4:01 pm

    Of Earth Day posts that I saw, this one is the best visual representation of our planet that I encountered. Simply fabulous! Love the selection of the last photo because it includes people – the ones who make important decisions. Well done, Jane!

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  81. plaidcamper
    April 25, 2021 • 3:45 pm

    A tremendous collection! Thanks, Jane.

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  82. shungphotography
    April 25, 2021 • 3:08 pm

    Excellent series of amazing images to celebrate Earth Day and everyday! Thanks for sharing your great works!

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  83. rabirius
    April 25, 2021 • 3:00 pm

    Amazing series. All the landscape shots capture the scenery perfectly.

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  84. lwyatt2093
    April 25, 2021 • 2:49 pm

    Brilliant magnificent shots …. all of them … just WOW

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  85. ecopoet
    April 25, 2021 • 2:36 pm

    Pictures after “my own heart” – eco !

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  86. carolinehelbig
    April 25, 2021 • 2:30 pm

    Such a wonderful post for Earth Day. We live on a stunning planet.

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  87. Eliza Waters
    April 25, 2021 • 2:21 pm

    Beautiful and meaningful post, Jane. I agree that every day is Earth Day. ❤

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