Celebrating the National Park Centenial with the #NPS365TammileeTips National Park photo project

Starting on January 1st of this year John started the amazing #NPS365TammileeTips National Park Project on Instagram. He is sharing a new National Park photo every day in celebration of the 100 year anniversary of National Parks.

Being a park ranger has always been John’s dream job. Now that he is close to 20 years in with the parks, it continues to be his dream job. He gets to work every day in an amazing park and share his love of nature and parks with everyone. He decided to start this project so he could share his love of National Parks on a wider scale.

It has been so much fun seeing all of the photos he is sharing each day. Every photo was taken on one of our adventures through the National Parks.Here are some of n

Here are some of the amazing photos john has shared as part of this project. Check out John’s Instagram account to see all of them. I highly suggest following him so you can see each of the new pictures shared. I might be a bit biased but I think the pics are amazing 🙂

#1 of 365 This year I am celebrating our National Parks 100 Year Centennial by posting a new photo every day in 2016. All photos are taken by me and my lovely wife @tammileetips. I am starting off with a photo in America’s first National Park, Yellowstone. Nothing is more iconic than seeing bison in the river in such a beautiful place. I hope you follow me in my journey through America’s best idea in 2016! #nps365tammileetips

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 1, 2016 at 9:41am PST

#2 of 365 Nothing can describe the feeling of the first moment you see Delicate Arch. You start off hiking up on red rock with no protection from the sun. I was not expecting a big arch as there was no arch in sight. You walk around the corner and your jaw almost drops to the ground! What a sight! Arches is one of my favorite places on earth! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 2, 2016 at 9:33am PST

#3 of 365 Doing a family road trip is a great way to see our parks. We had the opportunity to travel from Indiana to Utah in an RV and stopped at several National Parks along the way including the Badlands. The photo is my father in law as we hiked around a viewpoint taking in the breathtaking views as sunset was quickly approaching. I have been known to drag friends and family all over our parks because the only thing better than experiencing our parks is sharing them with the people we love. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 3, 2016 at 9:17am PST

#4 of 365 The Purple Gallinule is a beautiful bird seen in the Southern US like Everglades National Park This particular bird was on the Anhinga Trail and danced & played in the water as if it knew all the birders were going crazy as I heard camera shutters going wild! Being a bit of a bird nerd myself, it was one of the highlights of all my National Parks experiences. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 4, 2016 at 9:13am PST

#5 of 365 Glacier National Park is a hikers dream! There are so many great hikes, beautiful lakes, waterfalls, and the Going to the Sun Road is worth the trip itself. I feel so fortunate to have this park only 5 hours away! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #glaciernps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 5, 2016 at 8:58am PST

#6 of 365 Bryce Canyon National Park is absolutely stunning! There are several parking areas along the rim of the canyon looking out into the hoodoos that makes this park so special. Each viewpoint seems prettier than the last. To see the real beauty of Bryce Canyon you need to hike down and see it looking up. I can vividly remember that moment just staring at all the intense colors! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #brycecanyonnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 6, 2016 at 11:36am PST

#7 of 365 A trip to the Big Island of Hawaii is not complete without visiting the National Parks. Most visitors flock to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park or Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National Historic Park passing by Kaloko-Honokohau National Park. This is a real gem in the parks system! There is a visitor center, hiking trails, birding, incredible sunsets, turtles resting on the beach. Native Hawaiians fish using traditional practices. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 7, 2016 at 10:49am PST

#8 of 365 Goodmorning from Death Valley National Park! Wildlife sightings is often one of the highlights of visiting National Parks. Coyotes are well adapted for the harsh desert environment and can often be seen roaming throughout the park. Our first trip to Death Valley we were greeted by a coyote at the pay station begging for food. He appeared well fed and had no fear of humans. This appeared to be the case again yesterday with this coyote. Please never feed wild animals. It is bad for them and they loose fear of humans creating dangerous encounters. On a funny note, we were walking to the pool last night at the Furnace Creek Inn when a coyote stepped up on the sidewalk 10 feet in front of us. @Tammileetips squealed and her fantastic park ranger husband (me) calmly talked to the coyote until he turned around and disappeared into the dark. Life is always exciting! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #deathvalleynps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 8, 2016 at 9:07am PST

#9 of 365 Death Valley is a great National Park to visit in the winter months. Yesterday we were about to walk inside the visitor center when I spotted a road runner! I just started laughing considering I just posted a coyote yesterday that was a 1/2 mile away! This is also a bird that has been on both mine and @tammileetips bird bucket list for years. Tammilee was chasing this bird around the parking lot when he ran up to me, stopped like 3 feet away and posed for me. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #deathvalleynps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 9, 2016 at 9:01am PST

#10 of 365 There is a magnificent night glow from the lava at the Thomas A Jagger Museum at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park! This has become a popular attraction for the park and parking can be difficult to find. Visitors stare out toward the Halema’uma’u Crater and enjoy the red glow from complete darkness. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #hawaiivolcanoesnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 10, 2016 at 10:26am PST

#11 of 365 Virgin Islands National Park is located on St. John in the US Virgin Islands. Majority of the island is the National Park and has stunning views of the ocean! The park also has an underwater interpretative trail that you follow while snorkeling! This park is easily accessible if you are on a cruise ship to St. Thomas as most cruise lines have excursions that take you there. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #virginislands

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 11, 2016 at 9:36am PST

#12 of 365 Utah is blessed with 5 National Parks. Capitol Reef is probably the least visited but not because of its incredible beauty but because it is the most remote of the 5 parks. People who make the trip is rewarded with one incredible view after another! Seen here is the water pocket fold, a place where the earth’s crust has buckled and pushed upward towards the sky! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #capitolreefnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 12, 2016 at 9:07am PST

#13 of 365 Mt. Rainier National Park is one of the most beautiful places in the world when the wildflowers bloom in spring! The mountain stands proudly over the Washington coast and can easily be seen from Seattle on a clear day Once you see it’s beauty you will be longing to come back. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #mtrainiernps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 13, 2016 at 9:59am PST

#14 of 365 Watching sunrise or sunset from the summit of Haleakala National Park is a sight to see! I have done it several times and each time it seems different and seems to bring renewal to my soul. Some people bring a picnic with them to enjoy after watching sunrise and explore the area. Just remember that it is cold on top so come prepared, the parking lot will fill up for sunrise so give yourself time to find your perfect spot for watching the sun rise over the clouds! One of my favorite moments during sunrise is being blessed to hear a native Hawaiian greet the sun with a blessing for the day. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #haleakalanps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 14, 2016 at 9:49am PST

#15 of 365 Canyonlands National Park is a very large, remote and beautiful place. The park is broken into four sections due to its size and the rivers that cuts through it. The river is a fun way to see this park. This photo is from taking a boat ride out of Moab, Utah along the Colorado River. It is a great way to see Canyonlands NP. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #canyonlandsnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 15, 2016 at 9:11am PST

#16 of 365 Yellowstone National Park has so much to see and do! You also have to be aware where you step! This pool, although inviting, is scalding hot! Notice the steam coming up from the water. Yellowstone is also considered a super volcano. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #yellowstonenationalpark

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 16, 2016 at 9:56am PST

#17 of 365 Glacier Bay National Park is most frequently visited by cruise ship. Tourists each year take this iconic Alaska Cruise route to see glaciers, calving glaciers and wildlife including humpback whales. It takes the majority of the day to cruise through the park and usually includes staff from the park entering the boat giving interpretative talks and assisting with wildlife sightings. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #glacierbaynationalpark

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 17, 2016 at 9:31am PST

#18 of 365 “I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.” – MLK . Today is a day to celebrate the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr. On August 28, 2011 the Martin Luther King Jr Memorial was dedicated. The memorial in Washington DC is managed by the National Parks Service. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #martinlutherkingjr

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 18, 2016 at 9:07am PST

#19 of 365 Two roads diverged in a wood and I – I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference. Robert Frost These are the words that crossed my mind as I took the road less traveled at Grand Teton National Park! It felt like I was the only person in the park and was surrounded by wildlife and amazing views. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #grandtetonnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 19, 2016 at 9:11am PST

#20 of 365 Rocky Mountain National Park has breathtaking views around every corner, especially driving along Trail Ridge Road. The highest point of the Road Is A Whopping 12,183 feet in elevation making it the highest paved road in the continental US. Just below the summit is Iceberg Pass passing through the barren tundra. This is a spectacular drive through a designated All American Road! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #rockymountainnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 20, 2016 at 12:32pm PST

#21 of 365 Nothing prepares you for the first look into Bryce Canyon! Your eyes are put into sensory overload with all the rich colors as far as you can see. I stared out in amazement knowing that I needed to explore more of this incredible place. I have found myself back several times since that first moment each time feeling like the first. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #brycecanyonnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 21, 2016 at 10:33am PST

#22 of 365 San Juan Island National Historical Park is located in Washington State. Here you can see one of the last remaining native prairies in the Puget Sound/Northern Straits Region. It is well known for its incredible views, saltwater shore, orca whales and where I spent time getting to know this fox. I watched him play, pose for the camera and be adorable! It is one of my best memories of parks. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #sanjuanislands

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 22, 2016 at 11:51am PST

#23 of 365 Anyone who knows me, knows my love for the Big Island of Hawaii! Kaloko Honokohau National Historic Site is one of the big reasons why. It has Green Sea Turtles, palm trees, beautiful beach, lots of birds and of course one of the best sunsets on the island! Since the East Coast of the US is in the middle of a blizzard I wanted to send some sunshine their way. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #kalokohonokohaunps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 23, 2016 at 9:16am PST

#24 of 365 The Anhinga Trail is located in Everglades National Park and is one of my favorite hikes in the National Parks! It is easy, paved for ADA access and I have seen more wildlife on this trail than anywhere else in the park. I have been just feet away from aligators, turtles, snakes, and birds including Purple Gallinule and Anhingas. It’s a photographer’s dream! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #evergladesnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 24, 2016 at 10:03am PST

#25 of 365 Zion National Park has a special place in my heart! I have hiked many of the trails and the Narrows pictured here is perhaps my favorite hike in all of the National Parks! I have taken many of my friends and family to experience this. This picture was taken when I drug my sister and brother in law Mike here and has continued our love for the parks! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #zionnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 25, 2016 at 9:27am PST

#26 of 365 Sunset over the Badlands! I was awestruck looking out at beautiful green fields on top of rock. The colors of sunset seemed to be a perfect compliment making this a lasting memory I will pznever forget! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #badlandsnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 26, 2016 at 9:39am PST

#27 of 365 This crazy view of San Juan National Historic Site (World Heritage Site) was taken as we pulled out of port on a cruise ship from San Juan Puerto Rico. This fort has a large beautiful lawn often filled with kids flying kites, walls around the city and of course the fort itself. I really felt it’s size as we pulled out of port! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #sanjuan

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 27, 2016 at 12:26pm PST

#28 of 365 Mt. Rainier National Park is known for its wildflowers in the summer. You also get several waterfalls from all the snowmelt as this mighty mountain has been known to receive more than 1000 inches of snow in the winter! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #mtrainiernps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 28, 2016 at 7:45am PST

#29 of 365 Sprague Lake at Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the prettiest lakes I have ever seen! There’s a beautiful hike, about a mile long, with nonstop views! A trip to Rocky Mountain without going to Sprague Lake should be a crime Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #rockymountainnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 29, 2016 at 9:45am PST

#30 of 365 Gulf Islands National Seashore is the largest seashore in the National Parks System located in both Florida and Mississippi. The easiest access is in Florida with miles of protected coastline. Winter is beautiful with smaller crowds and cooler temperatures making an ideal winter getaway! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #gulfshoresnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 30, 2016 at 8:53am PST

#31 of 365 My second day at Gulf Islands National Seashore provided me with one of the most spectacular sunsets ever! I enjoyed the moment as kids ran up and down the beach looking for sand dollars. I have loved spending time in Pensacola Beach Florida and will be sad to leave, I will be back ; ) Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #gulfshoresnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Jan 31, 2016 at 8:22am PST

#32 of 365 I was greeted by one more spectacular sunset before leaving Gulf Islands National Seashore and heading back home. It has been one of my favorite places and I can’t wait to come back. I left a piece of my heart at this beach! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #gulfshoresnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 1, 2016 at 8:44am PST

#33 of 365 Some things are just meant to be. Yesterday I was sitting at the airport in Ft Walton Beach, Florida thinking I really wanted to stay. Within a couple minutes our plane arrived with a message of a mechanical problem resulting in us having to stay another day! I rejoiced at the promise of another day on the beach in Gulf Islands National Seashore! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #gulfshoresnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 2, 2016 at 9:34am PST

#34 of 365 Capitol Reef National Park has an outstanding 4X4 route called Cathedral Valley! Here you fjord a river, see huge monoliths and possibly never see another person all day. This picture of the Bentonite Hills look like something from outer space instead of Utah. It is something I dream of doing again! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #capitolreefnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 3, 2016 at 1:55pm PST

#35 of 365 The Going To The Sun Road has breathtaking views around every corner as it climbs to the top of Logan Pass at over 6000 feet in elevation. You will see countless waterfalls and if timed right a sunset like this! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #glaciernps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 4, 2016 at 10:24am PST

#36 of 365 Fort Matanzas National Monument is located in St. Augustine Florida. It’s a fun Fort to explore and the real highlight is getting to see the cannon firing! I checked on the parks website and stated the next firing will be in April. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #ftmatanzas

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 5, 2016 at 9:47am PST

#37 of 365 Arches National Park has more arches than anywhere else on earth! To get a real feel of this park you need to hike the Devils Garden! Here you will find multiple arches including Double O Arch in the picture at the top of this loop hike . Sometimes a photo does not give you the real size of something, I walked through the bottom arch with lots of room. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #archesnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 6, 2016 at 10:25am PST

#38 of 365 Yellowstone National Park is full of amazing things to see and do. There is wildlife everywhere, geysers, hot pools and waterfalls! Yellowstone Falls is the most famous waterfall in the park and should be on everybody’s list to see. Yellowstone Falls is located in the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. The canyon is up to 1,000 feet deep. Lower Yellowstone Falls which is pictured is 308 feet or nearly twice as high as Niagara Falls. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #yellowstonenps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 7, 2016 at 10:29am PST

#39 of 365 Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is full of suprises! Everyone expects lava but how about hiking on lava to a petroglyph field. This is a place where you can hike out to a boardwalk and look out over numerous petroglyphs telling the story of native Hawaiian people. Be sure and take your time to look as several are faded and can easily be missed with the bright sun overhead. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #hawaiivolcanoesnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 8, 2016 at 9:38am PST

#40 of 365 You really have to go to the middle of nowhere to find this gem! The Bristle cone and Glacier hike is a 4.6 mile loop that starts at 9800 feet in elevation and is Fantastic! This photo was taken early in my hike as I continued to hike through a Bristle Cone Pine forest (trees that live for 5000 years!) On to Nevada’s only glacier! One of my most memorable days Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #greatbasinnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 9, 2016 at 10:11am PST

#41 of 365 I thouroughly enjoyed hiking the trails at Great Smoky Mountains National Park! The trees, rivers not to mention the Application Trail runs right through the park. Make sure to give yourself time to explore as the more time you are here, the more rewarding your experience will be. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #greatsmokymountains

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 10, 2016 at 11:56am PST

#42 of 365 Artist’s drive in Death Valley offers several breathtaking views including Artist’s Palette pictured here. Who would ever think you could find such beauty in the middle of the desert! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #deathvalleynps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 11, 2016 at 12:13pm PST

#43 of 365 Everyone hopes to see a Moose while visiting Grand Teton National Park. I have been several times and have yet to see a moose. I have seen lots of wildlife though including these baby owls! They were so cute and we stood around the tree taking photos as they appeared to love the camera Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #grandtetonnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 12, 2016 at 3:39pm PST

#44 of 365 Feeling small in the land of giants. At 6ft 3 this doesn’t happen often. Sequoia trees are the world’s biggest trees. They fully mature between 700 to 800 years old. They stop growing up after a couple hundred years and start growing out. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #sequoianps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 13, 2016 at 3:20pm PST

#45 of 365 I finally made it to Yosemite National Park yesterday and all I can say is WOW! Some things are just meant to be seen in person and no photograph can replace the feeling of seeing it in person. I did like most people standing around with cameras, I studied all the iconic photos from this place, studied Ansel Adams and at the end of the day I just loved this picture of Yosemite Falls Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #yosemitenps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 14, 2016 at 9:37am PST

#46 of 365 While exploring Yosemite National Park I ran across this coyote. He jumped up on the road in front of me then on the bank and starred at me with piercing eyes, at that moment we understood each other Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #yosemitenps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 15, 2016 at 11:31am PST

#47 of 365 Sequoia National Park is amazing! Getting the opportunity to take a hike amongst these giants really puts life back in perspective! The trail to see General Sherman (the biggest tree in the world) is a great example. When an obstacle gets in your way you have choices, the NPS just made a tunnel and now it is an attraction instead of an obstacle. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #sequoianps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 16, 2016 at 10:05am PST

#48 of 365 Cedar Breaks National Monument often gets overlooked in Utah with 5 national parks. I really enjoyed this hike out to the overlook that reminded me of a little Bryce Canyon National Park except without the huge crowds. It really gave me the time to enjoy this place with feeling like I had the place to myself! Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #cedarbreaksnationalmonument

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 17, 2016 at 4:30pm PST

#49 of 365 Nothing prepares you for your first look into the Grand Canyon! You expect big but it is huge, vast and just jaw dropping! You are not sure where to look, it’s miles across, as long as you can see and staring down will give you vertigo. I took numerous photos but nothing captured it’s sheer size, it’s just something you should experience. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #grandcanyonnps

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 18, 2016 at 9:51am PST

#50 of 365 Sometimes we to slow down and notice our surroundings. I was at Fort Matanzas and noticed a leaf moving before seeing why. I saw several people blow past me rushing to the viewpoint and blow back past me and never as much as slowing down! It looked more like a workout than a trip to one of America’s treasures. I had a wonderful time and saw numerous birds and took several photos. Follow my journey through the National Parks with a new photo every day at #nps365tammileetips #ftmatanzas

A photo posted by John Tillison (@johntillison) on Feb 19, 2016 at 9:15am PST

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