Episode 347: Welcome to National Park Week 2025: A Celebration of Nature, Music & Meaning

It’s the most wonderful time of the year — for nature lovers, trail seekers, and anyone who’s ever felt a little more human under an open sky. 

National Park Week 2025 is here, and we’re kicking things off with heart, history, and a whole lot of gratitude. In this special episode, we celebrate the parks that have shaped our lives — from iconic peaks and ancient trees to quiet trails and firelight conversations. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or just beginning your nature journey, this episode sets the stage for a week of inspiration, connection, and meaningful wandering.

This Week:

We’re kicking off National Park Week 2025 with a joyful look ahead, a quick hike through park history, and a full breakdown of how WBNL is celebrating all week long across our platforms.

In this episode, Matt and Jan cover:

• The theme of this year’s celebration: “National Park Playlist” 🎶

• A few mind-blowing stats about the history and scope of our national parks

• Their personal park memories — from Yosemite to Kings Canyon

• How the parks remind us to breathe, slow down, and listen

• A full preview of the WBNL National Park Week content drop, including Shorts, blog posts, a long-form video, and a beautiful new free reflection journal

Whether you’re a seasoned trail explorer or just craving a mental reset, this episode invites you to wander with intention and align with clarity.

The parks aren’t just places. They’re portals — to peace, clarity, and purpose.

Links & Resources:

• The National Parks | Full Documentary Now Streaming:

  https://www.pbs.org/kenburns/the-national-parks/
• Sounds of the Parks by the Colorado State University Listening Lab.
• Sounds of the National Parks - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5vSreRoOZJHLtt08AZpSm7
• Instagram: @wbnlcoaching
•  TikTok: @wbnlcoaching
• YouTube: WBNL Coaching Channel
•  Website wanderingbutnotlost.com

Next Up:
Next time, How Nature Resets the Mind: The Science & Soul of Getting Outside