Jim Pattiz

Award-winning filmmaker, NPS/DOI commissioned, National Geographic featured

Award-winning filmmaker and co-founder of More Than Just Parks. Jim has spent over a decade alongside his brother Will exploring and filming America's national parks and public lands. Together they have been commissioned by the U.S. Department of the Interior and National Park Service, featured by National Geographic and on The Weather Channel, and produced over 155 films for the U.S. Forest Service.

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National Parks

12 Colorado National Parks That Amaze

Colorado has unbelievably beautiful national parks, most of which are rarely visited. Here's why you need to visit them ASAP.

Sep 10, 2024 · 13 min read
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National Parks

Acadia National Park in Spring

Spring in Acadia brings rain and foggy days as the park slowly breaks away from winter's grip. Late spring is…

Sep 10, 2024 · 4 min read
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Fall

10 Best National Parks to Visit in Fall

Fall is the best time to visit a national park & these are the best national parks to visit in…

Sep 10, 2024 · 15 min read
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Fall

Best Time to Visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Fall is without a doubt the best time to visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Vibrant fall colors dominate the…

Sep 10, 2024 · 12 min read
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Featured

32 Unique Gifts for Hikers They’ll Actually Use

We've scoured the internet for the best gifts for hikers, tested them in the field, and put them all in…

Sep 10, 2024 · 17 min read
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Educational Resources

What is a National Park Really?

What is a national park? There's a lot of confusion out there about what exactly qualifies as a national park…

Sep 10, 2024 · 6 min read