Our National Park System: An Accidental Beginning

Discover the surprising origins of America’s National Park System. Learn how one small state park and an unexpected accident inspired the preservation of our nation’s greatest natural treasures. This class explores the vision, history and legacy behind the creation of parks that continue to inspire millions today.

Frank Sachs
Frank Sachs

Frank Sachs is a retired twin cities educator with a BS in American History and a MS in Guidance and Counseling. He has taught in both public and private schools for 40 plus years. The last 37 of those years were at The Blake School in Minneapolis where he was a senior administrator and taught in the Social Studies department. During the majority of those years Frank taught primarily AP US Government and Politics, US Constitutional Law and American History while serving as the Director of College Counseling.

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W1650
Starts Wed, Apr 8th 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Price: $10.00 Min Age 18 yr.
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  • Frank Sachs
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Wed, Apr 8th 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM District Office
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