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Ready to learn from the best? This year's Microsoft Office champions share their tips and tricks.

Today's students have been using computers as part of their learning since day one. As such, they've had ample time to learn all kinds of Office tips and tricks that help them get the most out of their PC.

Microsoft is well aware of this fact. That's why the company hosts the Microsoft Office Specialist U.S. National Championship, an opportunity for the most talented students to show off their expertise in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

LifeHacker asked this year's champions for their best techniques, and their answers are sure to come in handy. Here's how to use Microsoft Office like a student specialist.

Word

Just about everybody uses Word, but not every user can consider themselves an expert. However, these two tricks will help you get one step closer to mastering the program.

1. Selecting Separate Bodies of Text

Forrest Liu, who was named champion of Word 2013, offered up this helpful tip about text selection. If you hold down Ctrl while highlighting text, you can select two completely separate sections at the same time.

On a similar note, if you hold down Ctrl and then click any part of the text, you'll select that sentence only.

2. Quick Access

The Quick Access bar at the top left-hand corner of the Word user interface is outfitted with shortcuts to Save, Undo, and Redo by default -- but it gets really powerful when you customize it for yourself.

Use the drop-down menu and select More Commands to see a full list of the ways that you can customize the toolbar.

If you're really feeling adventurous, then you can even add your own macros to the toolbar.

However, Word 2016 champion Joshua Garrelts -- who contributed this tip -- likes to opt for a couple of more traditional options. His Quick Access bar features a spell check shortcut and a button that shares the current document in an email.

Excel

Both the Excel 2013 champion Anirudh Narayanan and Excel 2016 champion John Dumoulin settled on the same tip for getting the most out of the program. Unsurprisingly, it's one of the most powerful pieces of functionality locked away in the software

3. Conditional Formatting

Conditional Formatting is a sure-fire way to make your Excel spreadsheets more visually interesting, and it's really quite easy to implement.

The first step is to make sure that you're working with data that's going to benefit from the technique. I've compiled a chart of IMDb user ratings for individual episodes of The Simpsons, as you can see below.

There's a lot of information crammed into a small amount of space, but it's not particularly easy to see which episodes are highly rated and which ones are not at a glance. Conditional Formatting can help remedy that.

It would be easy enough just to highlight our data and use one of the pre-built options in the Conditional Formatting drop-down menu in the Styles section the Ribbon's Home tab.

However, that's not the way of a Microsoft Office champion. Narayanan recommends tailoring your result using the New Rule option that you can see above.

This screen allows us to fine-tune our formatting to meet our exact specifications. I'm going to switch to a three-color scale using the Format Style drop-down menu. I'm also going to change both Type fields to Number, and set the Value of each manually. This is because I don't want an episode that scores in the low 7s to turn red, as that's still a relatively high score.

Once you're happy with your adjustments, click OK.

You should end up with something like the image above. Now it's easy to get a general idea of what our data is conveying just by looking at the formatting.

PowerPoint

When it comes to the Microsoft Office suite, PowerPoint is often underestimated. A novice user might only be able to produce simple slide shows, but in the hands of an expert, it's really quite powerful. Here are some quick tips on how to make the most of the software.

4. Embedding Fonts

Using custom fonts in PowerPoint is one way to add visual interest, but if you transfer the document to another system before you present it, you might run into problems. Fortunately, PowerPoint 2016 champion Dheya Madhani has the solution.

Head to File > Options, then head to the Save section of the menu.

Mark the checkbox labelled Embed fonts in the file. This will make sure that the fonts are saved as part of the document, making the presentation truly portable.

5. Use the Selection Pane

Madhani has another tip that simplifies the process of laying out content in your slides. I've added several images to my presentation by heading to Insert > Illustrations > Icons. Unfortunately, I added them all at once, so they've coagulated into a big mess.

I could click at random parts of the blob until I grab hold of the individual icon that I want. Alternatively, I can take advantage of the Selection Pane.

Double click any icon to open the Format tab.

Click Selection Pane and it'll open up on the right-hand side of the screen.

You can use this menu to select individual items, which you can then move around as normal. You can even use Shift or Ctrl to select multiple items at once.

I can use the Selection Pane to make my slide look exactly how I want it to be.

6. Slide From Outline

Madhani has one final tip, and it's sure to be particularly useful for students. Imagine you've just spent an hour typing up notes on a particular subject, then you find out that you're going to have to present your findings to the class. Wouldn't it be great to produce a PowerPoint presentation from the work you already have at hand?

It might sound too good to be true, but it's possible. To get started, first prepare your notes in Word.

PowerPoint will do its best with whatever you give it, but generally, it's best to use heading styles to give the software a helping hand. As you can see, I used the method of selecting multiple sections of texts we went over earlier to speed up the process.

Next, head to PowerPoint. From the Home tab, click New Slide and then select Slides from Outline.

Navigate to the document containing your notes and click Insert.

You should get some pre-made slides based on your notes. Now you just need to make some visual tweaks and hey presto, your presentation is done!

7. Show, Don't Tell

PowerPoint 2013 champion Dominic Allain had a more theoretical tip for anyone embarking on a PowerPoint project. He advises users to try and illustrate their point to their audience using visuals, rather than just the written word.

This is an important aspect of PowerPoint that many people miss. PowerPoint's greatest strength is its ability to bring together all kinds of different visuals. Make a chart ( how to create a pie chart). Add a diagram. Embed a YouTube video. You can pack your slides with text, but that doesn't mean anyone is going to read it. And if they do they won't listen to you. Instead, play to the strengths of the format.

Never Stop Learning

Most users would think of the Office suite as pretty basic software, but it's got a great deal of depth. There's always something new to learn, so always be on the lookout for ways to up your game.

The Office champions in this article didn't become experts by accident -- they learned each program inside out. Don't rest on your laurels! Whether you're creating a Word document, an Excel spreadsheet, or a PowerPoint presentation, ask yourself whether you could be getting more out of Office.

Do you have a championship-worthy tip you want to share with other readers? Or are you looking for assistance with one of the techniques listed in this article? Either way, why not join the conversation in the comments section below?

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Best Sections to Visit

Beijing is usually considered the main gateway to the Great Wall, since there are several world-famous sections of the Wall in the suburbs of Beijing, including Badaling, Mutianyu, Jinshanling, Juyongguan, Gubeikou, and Jiankou. These sections were built during the Ming dynasty between the 14th and 17th centuries and have been well preserved.

Of all the sections of the Great Wall near Beijing, Badaling is the most famous one. As a result, Badaling is the destination of choice for many large tour groups and is often very crowded. The nearby Juyongguan Great Wall features one of the three great mountain passes of the Great Wall but is almost as crowded as Badaling.

Mutianyu Great Wall is just as close as Badaling and offers wonderful views of the Great Wall and the surrounding hills with far fewer tourists. This section of the Wall also features a thrilling toboggan run that you can ride from the top of the Wall down to the bottom of the hill.

Due to their proximity, Badaling, Juyongguan, and Mutianyu are all doable as a half-day trip from downtown Beijing. We usually recommend Mutianyu over Badaling or Juyongguan, since the massive crowds at the latter two sections can ruin one's experience of this impressive structure.

Further away from Beijing, Jinshanling Great Wall is about 150 km northeast of downtown and it usually takes about two and a half hours to drive there. Despite the longer drive, Jinshanling is among the most stunning sections of the Great Wall. If your itinerary allows for one full day seeing the Great Wall, then we highly recommend a tour to Jinshanling.

Gubeikou and Jiankou can also be visited within a day tour from Beijing. Both sections have not been restored since they were first built in the Ming Dynasty, making them ideal choices for those who want to hike and experience the wild Great Wall. Do be aware that the Jiankou section features very steep and dangerous climbs and is only suitable for experienced hikers.

There are also some other famous sections of the Great Wall within or outside Beijing, such as Huanghuacheng, Simatai, and Shanhaiguan, but we only recommend these if you are visiting the Great Wall for a second time or planning a multi-day, in-depth Great Wall tour.

Great Wall Hiking and Camping

Due to its original purpose as a military defense, almost all sections of Great Wall were built on mountain ranges and thus involve some challenging climbs and uneven stairs, including the well-restored sections. If you are visiting a restored section but hike to the end of the renovated part, you will be able to see the unrestored part of the Great Wall.

For most visitors, Mutianyu and Jinshanling offer good, medium difficulty hikes, while still being very safe. For those looking for a serious hike along wild, unrestored portions of the Wall, we suggest the Jinshanling to Jinshanling East, or Gubeikou to Jinshanling routes. All these routes boast both unrestored and picturesque renovated sections of the Wall. However, please be aware that hikes along wild, unrestored parts of the Great Wall involve many steep climbs and loose bricks, and can be very dangerous in some places. (People can no longer hike through from Jinshanling to Simatai since the route was closed years ago.)

Camping on the Great Wall is usually banned, especially on the renovated sections. If you want to spend a night sleeping on the Great Wall, we can take you to a watchtower on the Gubeikou section of the Great Wall to experience the life of an ancient soldier and catch amazing sunrise/sunset views over the Wall.

Best Time to Visit

For all sections of the Great Wall near Beijing, the spring months (April to June) offer temperate weather and are great for climbing. In late April to early May, many trees begin to blossom, making this a particularly beautiful period to visit the Wall. Fall is also a nice time to visit, as temperatures are usually comfortable. October to early November are particularly picturesque, as the tree leaves on the mountains begin to change color. The winter months, from December to February, are cold and can be windy, but there are usually far fewer tourists on the Wall during these months. July and August are hot and humid, and thus not the best for long hikes. In addition, it's best to avoid hiking on the Wall after rain or snowfall because some parts can get very slippery.

You should also avoid visiting the popular sections, such as Badaling, Juyongguan, and Mutianyu, around National Day (the first week in October) and Spring Festival. August is also a busy time for the Badaling and Juyongguan sections, since students are on summer vacation and many families travel to these famous sections with their kids before the new school year starts. Learn more about how to avoid the crowds when traveling in China.

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Sunning themselves on rocks or waddling awkwardly across the beach, it’s easy to think of sea lions more as sea house cats. But don’t be fooled by their beachside behavior. Under the waves, sea lions are incredible endurance hunters, reaching speeds of 18 miles an hour and hunting for up to 30 hours…

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We’ve all been told that we should recycle plastic bottles and containers. But what actually happens to the plastic if we just throw it away? Emma Bryce traces the life cycles of three different plastic bottles, shedding light on the dangers these disposables present to our world. [Directed by Sharon Colman, narrated by Addison Anderson, music by Peter Gosling].

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Be Kind to Yourself - The wisdom of self-compassion.

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Be Kind to Yourself - The wisdom of self-compassion.

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"To love oneself," wrote Oscar Wilde, "is the beginning of a life-long romance." As is the tale of every love story, times will bring both sun and storm, testing our deepest intentions on how we relate to ourselves. Love comes easy on good days, when our self-esteem stands tall on our accomplishments. It's when we fall that our self-directed goodwill often deserts us. Suddenly, we remember all our faults. Our internal monologue muds with harsh judgments. We blame and shame ourselves for our pain. We abandon ourselves and look to whoever (and whatever) would give us comfort. One way to winning back our own hearts and reclaiming our well-being is through self-compassion.

As a concept derived from Buddhist psychology, self-compassion entails treating oneself with kindness and care, like we would treat a dear friend. Kristin Neff, one of the leading self-compassion researchers, has identified three main components of self-compassion: self-kindness, feelings of common humanity, and mindfulness.

Self-kindness refers to acting in kind and understanding ways towards ourselves. For example, instead of being critical (I'm so disorganized! I'll never be successful!), our inner voice is supportive and warm (It's OK that I missed the deadline. I worked hard and I'll make it next time). A sense of common humanity is the recognition that everyone makes mistakes and no one is without their weaknesses. Accepting that we are not alone in our suffering comforts us with feelings of inclusivity rather than alienation. Finally, mindfulness offers a "meta-perspective" on our hardships, helping us to not exaggerate our distress and become engulfed by it.

A wealth of research has shown the positive consequences of self-compassion on numerous aspects of our well-being, including a greater life satisfaction, emotional intelligence, interconnectedness with others, wisdom, curiosity, happiness, and optimism. Self-compassion is also associated with less self-criticism, depression, anxiety, fear of failure, and perfectionism (Neff, 2009). Importantly, to reap the benefits of self-compassion, we don't need to compare ourselves to others or inflate our egos. Thus, self-compassion can lead to greater emotional resilience, since unlike self-esteem, our heightened feelings of self-worth will not be contingent on our successes.

Strategies for increasing self-compassion

Chris Germer, a clinical psychologist and co-founder of the Mindful Self-Compassion training program, has been witnessing firsthand the transformative power of self-compassion among his clients. He views self-compassion as an antidote to the habitual threat-based reactions (fight, flight, freeze) that people have when things go wrong. Instead of becoming self-critical (fight), abandoning ourselves (flight) or getting stuck with "why me?" ruminations (freeze), self-compassion gently turns us towards self-care.

Here are some behavioral and mental strategies from Germer on how to increase self-compassion.

Just as you would with a dear friend who is struggling, ask yourself this question:
"What do I need?"
Surprisingly, as Germer points out, we are not very good at answering this question for ourselves when we feel under threat. When you can't identify your needs, asking yourself the next question can help you towards the right direction:

"How do I care for myself already? "

Consider the ways you care for yourself when things are going well (such as exercising, being with friends, listening to music). Do your best to incorporate some of these ways into your life during difficult times.

The mental training of relating to ourselves with compassion begins with getting some distance from ourselves. Ask yourself:
"What would I say to a dear friend in a situation like this and how would I say it?"
Our tone of voice towards our friend (and thus ourselves) should be one of kindness and warmth that would highlight our care and affection for this person (and thus ourselves).

According to Germer, self-compassion is a dynamic process consisting of yin and yang attributes. One entails nurture (comforting, soothing, validating) and the other is about action (protecting, providing, motivating).

Depending on the situation, you may need different ways of being compassionate with yourself. For instance, you can comfort yourself with your caring words and gestures (putting your hand on your heart like you would embrace a friend). You can soothe yourself by taking a nap or doing a breathing meditation. You can find validation in acknowledging your struggle (I know things are really hard right now.) Other times, being self-compassionate may mean protecting yourself (by saying "No!"), providing for yourself through good nourishment and plentiful sleep, and motivating yourself like you would encourage a friend (You can do this! I believe in you!).

There are many paths towards well-being, growth, and self-kindness. Yet, the success of these strategies, assures Germer, will depend on one fundamental caveat.
It's not what you do, but why you do it.
Let's say you are lying awake at night, unable to fall asleep, your heart pounding with aftermaths of a recent setback, your mind racing with self-criticism. Then, you remember about the benefits of self-compassion and attempt to ease your suffering with your encouraging words and perhaps even your comforting hand on your heart. On that stormy night, whether your self-compassion will work or not will depend on your answer to one question, says Germer. A question that highlights the central paradox of self-compassion. A question that cannot afford cheating. Why are you being compassionate towards yourself? Because you want to feel better now, or because your heart "spontaneously melts" with kindness towards yourself whenever you are feeling bad.

The very nature of compassion rests on an unreserved instinct for kindness. Consider the depth of sentiment-benevolence, care, warmth, empathy -you feel when you see someone you love in pain. Or, consider a bleary-eyed mother cradling her sick child in her arms. There is nothing pre-meditated or strategic about her compassion towards her suffering child. Similarly, when it comes to our own suffering, self-compassion should not be practiced as yet another wellness-boosting strategy, says Germer. Rather, as a simple, humble act of kindness. "Since compassion is omnidirectional, we are just adding ourselves-just a little person in the corner of the picture, me too. And it's life-changing," assures Germer.

Thus, self-compassion begins with the intention of wholehearted kindness towards ourselves- not as a tool to manipulate our emotions in order to feel better in the moment; not as a means to fix our pain. "When we struggle, we practice self-compassion not to feel better," says Germer, "but because we feel bad." According to Germer, it is those who understand this simple yet profound wisdom of self-compassion that go on to thrive in their lives.

As one of our human family, don't exclude yourself from the circle of compassion. When times are difficult, seeking comfort in our unconditional goodwill towards ourselves could become a lifeline for our well-being. Remember, you yourself deserve your kindness. "You yourself," as the Buddhist saying goes, "as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection."
Many thanks to Chris Germer for his time and insights. Germer is a clinical psychologist who teaches mindfulness and compassion in psychotherapy and is the co-developer of the Mindful Self-Compassion training program. His website offers various free meditations and informal mindful self-compassion exercises.

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"To love oneself," wrote Oscar Wilde, "is the beginning of a life-long romance." As is the tale of every love story, times will bring both sun and storm, testing our deepest intentions on how we relate to ourselves. Love comes easy on good days, when our self-esteem stands tall on our accomplishments.

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This project comes to you at the request of Twitterer @GCcapitalM.

I used to believe that a person could never have too many books, or too many bookmarks. Then I moved into an apartment slightly larger than some people's closets (and much smaller than many people's garages) and all these beliefs got turned on their naïeve little heads.

But what a person can always look for more of is really cool unique bookmarks. Placeholders special enough for the books that are special enough to remain in your culled-out-of-spacial-necessity collection.

Page corner bookmarks are cute, practical and deeply under-represented in the world.* They're easy to make, easy to customize, and will set you apart from all those same-same flat rectangular bookmarks. Corner bookmarks are where it's at.

If you like this tutorial, here are a couple others that might be up your alley. First, try making paper plants as lovely, lasting handmade gifts. You can even stash some goodies or small presents in their pots.

If you're loving the toothy monster vibe, check out these simple monster heating bags, filled with rice or wheat and entirely microwavable, to keep toes or fingers or tummies warm during the chilly winter months. If you want a monster you can wear, try making a cozy bug-eyed fleece monster hat or some fingerless fleece monster gloves.

For the monster-loving adults in the room, try some googly-eyed paper monster wine charms.

* This is probably no longer true, given the astonishing number of you who've found your way to this post and made your own page corner bookmarks. Go you! I'm fairly certain that something this adorable and functional can't be over represented in the world, though, so just keep right on making them.

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What you'll need:

pretty paper of cardstock weight OR a combination of plain cardstock and pretty, decorated lighter weight paper

scissors

ruler

mechanical pencil

glue stick

[optional] other decorating tools, such as crayons, markers, stamps, stickers, ink pads, embossing powder, etc.

page corner monster bookmark template number 3. under "Paper patterns and templates" (or you can make your own using the instructions below)

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Putting it all together:
Below, I'll teach you how to make two similar-but-different types of corner bookmarks. The first is a square overlapped by a triangle , the second is a triangle overlapped by a smaller triangle.

If you are making your own template from scratch, follow all the steps below. If you're using the PDF template linked to above, cut the pieces out and skip to step 5.
1) Ok, the very simplest thing to do is to cut a triangular piece off the corner of an envelope, and use that. Decorate it if you wish. If you want to get a bit more in depth, ignore the envelope method and move on to step 2.
2) On a piece of plain scrap paper, draw a square. Use your ruler so its sides are perfectly straight. Don't make it too big - mine measured 2.5 inches x 2.5 inches, though you could go larger than that. Draw second square exactly the same size on the right side of the first square (so they share a side) and a third square exactly the same size on the top of the first square. You should end up with 3 squares that compose an L shape.
3) Using your ruler, draw a diagonal line across the uppermost square, from its top right corner to its bottom left corner. Scribble out the upper left half (now a triangle) of the square, as you won't be using that part. Next, draw a diagonal line across the bottom right square, from its top right corner to its bottom left corner. Scribble out the lower right half (now a triangle) of this square. 4) Cut out all parts of the entire shape that have not been scribbled out. This should be a square with two triangles attached to it, one on the top and one on the right. This is your template. 5) Trace your template onto your pretty piece of cardstock (or onto the plain piece of cardstock that you intend to decorate), and cut the shape out. 6) Using your ruler and the tip of your mechanical pencil with no lead showing, score a line (make an indent) along the edges of the square that connect to the two triangles.

6.5) [optional] Cut a square of pretty paper slightly smaller than the one you used for your template and glue it onto the square portion of your shape. I generally do this if the paper I'm using is quite plain.
7) Fold one triangle inwards, so it covers the upper half of the square. 8) Apply glue to the underside (the side still facing up) of the second triangle, and fold it over onto the first triangle.

8.5) [optional] As in step 6.5, if you've used plain cardstock and want to glue fancy paper on top of it, cut out a triangle of the fancy paper that's slightly smaller than the folded-over triangles of the bookmark. Glue the smaller triangle on top of the larger, folded-over ones.

9) Add any decorations or illustrations you wish. Use by slipping over the corner of the page you wish to mark, like a pocket.

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Now, here's how to make a triangular bookmark, where the back is a triangle and not a square. 1) Follow steps 2 and 3 from above. 2) Use your ruler to draw a diagonal line across the remaining, center square, from its bottom right to its top left. Then draw another line, parallel to the one you just created but about 1/2 inch lower down. Erase the first line. 3) Extend the shape's bottom line and the two side lines so that they meet up. You should now have a shape that looks like a castle flag: a rectangle with a triangular indent at one end. 4) Cut the shape out. 5) Trace the template onto your nice paper. Be sure to make a little mark on either side where the corners of the two outer triangles meet the inner triangle , and extend this mark onto the inside of your shape. Cut the shape out. If you want a fancy bottom edge, cut that line with fancy scrapbooking scissors. 6) Now follow steps 7 - 11 from above, scoring along the appropriate lines, folding the two outer triangles in on top of each other, gluing them down and adding any fancy paper or other embellishments.
(I actually turned mine over at this point and folded it the other way, so the colours were switched. See below.)

EDIT: Here's another take on monstrous page corner bookmarks, from another artist who thought it up completely separate from me, long before I even thought of thinking about doing this project or writing this post. Great minds, eh?

2nd EDIT: Many people have seen this blog post over the past months, and many have commented very kindly on it, and many have used the tutorial to make their own page corner bookmarks. A number of the links following the comments below lead to wonderful images of other people's creative takes on this project. I wanted to post one image in particular here, which I take from the Priestthorpe Primary School Blog. There, a whole classroom of kids made their own page corner bookmarks, and they look fabulous! I love all the different personalities displayed.

Thanks to all of you who've shared your own page corner bookmark results, and all of you who've said such kind things about the project. It's heartwarming to think about all the books around the world that are having their page corners nibbled at this very instant.

3rd EDIT: Yet more thanks to all the folks who continue to make use of this tutorial and post your own wonderful versions. Here's another idea: This crafter decided to use small round stick-on jewels for the pupils, which I think looks great. The downside of course is that they protrude a bit, so your book won't close flat, but if they're fairly small jewels it shouldn't be too bad. Stickers, sequins or paper buttons could also make great pupil substitutes.
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Got a bit of downtime? Take a trip to a national park from wherever you are! Many national park sites across the country offer digital tours and experiences that you can access anytime, anywhere. From digitally diving under the sea to watching the cherry blossom trees bloom, there are countless ways to enjoy a park experience online.

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The thermal waters of Hot Springs National Park have drawn visitors for centuries. Originally a site for American Indians to quarry novaculite, the area's hot springs soon became a favored destination for those seeking health treatments. Now nicknamed "the American Spa," the park preserves more than 20 miles of trails, 40 hot springs, and the historic Bathhouse Row - a stunning showcase of Gilded Age architecture.

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Virgin Islands National Park

Two-thirds of the island of St. John in the Virgin Islands is a national park. Virgin Islands National Park features gorgeous sandy beaches and palms, as well as a rich marine life in underwater coral reefs. But the park boasts more than just beautiful beaches - ancient petroglyphs, carved by the Taino people, can be spotted along the Reef Bay Trail, and plantation ruins tell the stories of when the sugar industry dominated life on the island.

Discover this park on a virtual tour of its historic windmills and plantations. Or take a virtual 3-D tour of the Annaberg Sugar Plantation, one of the finest remaining examples of the Danish Colonial Era industrial agriculture in the Virgin Islands.

Exploring this park, be it virtually or in-person, can be an exciting and educational experience. In 2015, NPF supported Friends of Virgin Islands National Park in transporting 4th and 5th grade students to the unique mangrove habitat in Coral Reef National Monument, maintained by Virgin Islands National Park. Students were albe to boat, kayak, snorkel, and explore the abundance of marine and coral life in this unique ecosystem.

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

The final home of one of our nation's founding fathers, Hamilton Grange National Memorial tells the story of Alexander Hamilton - from his humble beginnings as an orphan in the Caribbean to acting as the country's first Secretary of the Treasury. Hamilton commissioned architect John McComb Jr. to design this home for an estate in upper Manhattan, and it was here that he lived the final years of his life.

Follow along with Jordan Fisher as he tours the house with Ranger Vlad in a video produced by the National Park Foundation and the National Park Service. Together they explore the rooms of Hamilton Grange, including the formal dining room Hamilton used to entertain guests and his personal study where he would read and write.

Crater Lake National Park

Formed by a volcanic eruption and collapse, Crater Lake National Park features the deepest lake in the U.S., and one of the top ten deepest lakes in the world. While people have inhabited the lake's shores for centuries, the park was founded in 1902 to protect its natural resources, including its fresh, clear water, and cultural resources.

Go on a tour of the park with Dierks Bentley and park ranger Charlie in this 360-degree video produced by the National Park Foundation and the National Park Service. Catch the sunrise over Garfield Peak and cruise around Phantom Ship, a rock formation that predates the lake. Watch the video on a mobile device and move around to see the remarkable vistas of Crater Lake!

New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park

As the capital of the 19th century whaling industry and a safe haven along the Underground Railroad, as well as the home to legendary figures such as Frederick Douglass and Herman Melville, New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park preserves, protects, and interprets cultural resources within the "city that lit the world." Located in downtown New Bedford, the park spans over 13 blocks, and includes a whaling museum, a waterfront visitor center, a custom house, and more.

Take a video tour or interactive virtual tour of the Nathan and Polly Johnson House, not normally open to the public, provided by the National Park Service and the New Bedford Historical Society. Owned by Nathan and Mary "Polly" Johnson, the house welcomed and assisted those traveling along the Underground Railroad. The house was even the first residence of Frederick Douglass after his escape from slavery in 1838.

In 2016, NPF's transportation grants program helped the park grow its partnership with New Bedford Public Schools, supporting the transportation of local 4th grade students to the park on educational visits. Students visiting the park were able to participate in student programs that explored the lives of people connected to the park's history, such as Nathan and Polly Johnson and Lewis Temple, the inventor of the toggle harpoon.

Live Webcams

Make your escape to a scenic vista in a national park with a live webcam. Search for wildlife or sit back and enjoy the beauty of our national parks and the landscapes they preserve.

National Mall and Memorial Parks

A tradition in our nation's capital for over 100 years, the annual blossoming of the cherry trees on the National Mall and Memorial Parks is a reminder of the beauty of spring. Plantings of cherry trees began in 1912 as a gift of friendship to the People of the United States from the People of Japan. Equated with the evanescence of human life, the beauty of the pale blossoms epitomizes the transformation of Japanese culture throughout the ages.

This webcam from the Trust for the National Mall, EarthCam, the National Park Service, and The National Cherry Blossom Festival brings the cherished and beloved cherry trees to you, wherever you are. Each year, the Bloom Cam allows you to peer out at D.C.'s Tidal Basin, including the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, and the Washington Monument. The live camera will change views every five minutes so you can enjoy these blooms from every angle.

NPF has supported many projects along the National Mall, including enhancing the monuments that serve as a backdrop for these iconic cherry blossoms every year. Since 2009, NPF has supported recycling efforts along the National Mall. In 2019, thanks to contributions to NPF from David Rubenstein and Musco Lighting, the Washington Monument installed updated lighting and a refurbished elevator system. In 2020, NPF announced a gift from David Rubenstein that will enable the creation of a state-of-the-art museum and enhanced visitor experience at the Thomas Jefferson Memorial.

Paterson Great Falls National Historic Park

Established in 1792, Paterson, NJ was a planned industrial city from the minds of Alexander Hamilton and the "Society for Establishing Usefull Manufacturers." Humble mills along the Passaic River manufactured cotton, silk, steam locomotives, rolls of paper, and even airplane engines. The Great Falls at Paterson Great Falls National Historic Park are central to the park's story - their impressive power was the inspiration for Hamilton to establish the city in this spot.

Just as the falls inspired Hamilton, so too have they continued to inspire artists of all kinds, from visual arts to poetry and dance. NPF has supported cultural projects in the park, including Hamilton Partnership for Paterson's 2016 "Taste of Paterson" block party, celebrating Paterson's past, present, and future as a multicultural city of immigrants, a 2017 Native American Heritage festival, and a 2019 hip hop program.

Get a glimpse of the Great Falls with a live webcam presented by EarthCam, the National Park Service, and the City of Paterson. Revel in the majesty of these remarkable falls and the surrounding town that fostered the American Industrial Revolution, changing the face of America forever.

Channel Islands National Park

Dive into the rich marine life at Channel Islands National Park. Close to California's southern coast and encompassing of five different islands and their ocean environment, the park preserves and protects a variety of natural and cultural resources. The islands' remote location is home to unique animals, plants, and archeological resources found nowhere else on Earth.

Go under the sea with the park's live ocean webcam, presented in partnership between the National Park Service, Explore.org, and the Ventura County Office of Education, set up in the landing cove on Anacapa Island. See how many different marine species you can spot - there are nearly one thousand documented so far!

Statue of Liberty National Monument

A gift from the people of France to the U.S., Statue of Liberty National Monument is recognized globally as a symbol of freedom and democracy. A welcoming figure for the millions of immigrants who entered the United States through New York between 1886 and 1924, the Statue was immortalized in Emma Lazarus' poem "The New Colossus," later engraved on a bronze plaque affixed to the base of the statue. First illuminated in 1916, the National Park Service has been caring for this iconic landmark since 1933.

Check in with Lady Liberty on a live webcam from EarthCam, the National Park Service, and the Statue of Liberty - Ellis Island Foundation. Enjoy a live look at the New York City skyline, as well as views of the Hudson River and ships in New York Harbor.

Yellowstone National Park

Watching Old Faithful Geyser erupt is one of Yellowstone National Park 's most treasured traditions. However, Old Faithful is just one of nearly 500 active geysers in the park, and one of six that park rangers currently predict. While the park is also famous for its scenery and wildlife, it's unique and dynamic geothermal features were what inspired its designation as the first established national park in the world.

Explore Yellowstone's nine webcams - one live-streaming and eight static - provided by Canon USA, Inc. through a grant to Yellowstone Forever. Take a closer look at a few of the park's geysers, including Lone Star, Old Faithful, and Castle Geysers, through an overview of the Geyser Basin and 3-D models.

NPF is a long-standing supporter of projects in Yellowstone National Park. From the reintroduction of wolves and restoration of native cutthroat trout in Yellowstone Lake to vital training for backcountry rangers, NPF programs have helped preserve the iconic park's landscape and the wildlife populations that call it home, as well as enhance the experience of the many visitors who take a trip to the park.

Katmai National Park & Preserve

Established in 1918 to preserve features associated with one of the most powerful volcanic eruptions ever recorded, Katmai National Park and Preserve protects thousands of years of human history. The park's millions of acres serve as an important protected habitat for salmon and thousands of brown bears, which can be seen in high concentrations across the park.

Explore the park's three bear webcams, presented in partnership with Explore.org. Bear cams go live each summer when the park's bears are most active, but you can catch highlight reels from the bear cams year-round. Search for bears fishing for salmon at Brooks Falls and the Riffles, plus catch mothers and cubs on the Lower River cam. You may even catch a snorkeling bear from the River Watch cam, which provides a closer view of Brooks River.

Looking for more to explore? Check out the National Park Service's multimedia gallery of webcams to experience other parks live, or  earn an online Junior Ranger badge from a park. Discover other ways to enjoy parks at home, or even take a peek at our Parkcade for fun, educational park activities for the whole family. Keep in touch with the National Park Foundation on social media - follow us on  Facebook,  Twitter, and  Instagram  - as we share our favorite ways to make a virtual visit to national parks across the country.

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Melting snow and budding trees are right around the corner which means it's time to start preparing for spring cleaning. But what's the difference between this annual housekeeping event and maintaining a tidy home throughout the year? Well, routine maintenance is lighter cleaning that helps keep your house orderly week by week. A spring clean, on the other hand, is a deeper, more detailed process that sets you up for success the rest of the year.

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How to Deep Clean Your House
The key to deep cleaning your house is setting a schedule. This isn't a chore you can conquer one day after work, so plan accordingly. Make a list of each of the rooms you'll need to deep clean and the tasks you'll need to complete as you go. It may be best to give yourself several weekends to complete your deep cleaning; it all depends on the size of your home.

Here's a sample schedule for deep cleaning your house room by room:
Weekend 1: Bathrooms and kitchen
Bathroom tasksKitchen tasks
Weekend 2: Bedrooms
Bedroom tasks

Wipe off knickknacks, surfaces, ceiling fans and baseboards, remembering to clean behind your headboard

Flip or rotate mattresses

Wash bed linens, including duvets and mattress pads

Clean under your bed

Organize bedroom closets

Clean window treatments

Weekend 3: Linen closets, mudroom and laundry room
Linen closet tasks

Remove items and wipe down shelves, working from the top down

Launder linens that haven't been used in a while to keep them fresh

Vacuum the closet floor

Organize your linen closet

Mudroom tasks

Store out-of-season footwear, outdoor clothing and sports equipment

Declutter the area, wiping down surfaces as you go

Organize your mudroom

Laundry room tasks
Weekend 4: Common areas and outdoor areas
Common area tasks:

Declutter the room

Wipe down surfaces, standing lamps and cobwebbed corners

Clean furniture and lampshades with your vacuum's upholstery attachment

Outdoor area tasks

Sweep patios, porches and decks

Wash any outdoor furniture and décor

Store any out-of-season decorations

Pro Tips for Deep Cleaning Your Home
When you're deep cleaning your house, you want to make certain you're working from the top of the room to the bottom. That way any dust or dirt that you knock down as you clean can be vacuumed once you've finished in each room.

Additionally, there are some tasks that you'll encounter in almost every room of the house:

Tossing unused or expired household items

Cleaning light fixtures and/or ceiling fans

Moving furniture to wash baseboards

Washing windows, window sills and door frames

Vacuuming, mopping and/or waxing floors (it all depends on what your floors are made from)

Cleaning window treatments

Changing smoke detector batteries

Checking the expiration dates on fire extinguishers

Washing out trash cans

Make sure you complete these chores each time you tackle a room so that you get the most out your deep cleaning efforts.
Does Merry Maids Provide Deep Cleans?
Merry Maids typically conducts a detailed clean of your home that lasts several hours during your initial cleaning visit. Afterwards, Merry Maids professionals build detailed cleaning into their scheduled visits.

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From baboons to beluga whales, here are six incredibly soothing live-streams from zoo and aquariums around the world. Time flies when you're watching podgy pandas...
Penguins at Edinburgh Zoo
Nothing makes us smile like a penguin's wonky waddle. You've probably seen the viral video of penguins on the loose at an aquarium in Chicago. Keep the penguin party going with this live feed from Edinburgh.
Baboons at San Diego Zoo
San Diego offers a whole host of live-streams, chief of which is the Baboon Cam. For the sight of primates foraging and grooming (plus lots of iconic red bum), head right on in. Then switch to the Koala Cam for a dose of marsupial cuteness.
Snow leopards at Melbourne Zoo
Melbourne has cameras set on its penguins, lions and giraffes, yet nothing tops its baby snow leopards, only just old enough to have left their nest box. Catch them as they return to snuggle up for the night.
Pandas at the National Zoo, Washington
The National Zoo has been synonymous with pandas ever since 1972, when China donated a pair to the US capital after President Nixon broke the diplomatic ice between the two countries. Tian Tian and Mei Xiang are the current stars of the zoo's adorable live-stream.
Elephants at Tembe Elephant Park, South Africa
Majestic, majestic elephants. You'll see quite a few of them here - though Tembe Elephant Park is home to more than just 'big tuskers'. Keep your eyes peeled for impala, leopards and warthogs as they flock to drink from the Mahlasela Pan waterhole.
Beluga whales at Georgia Aquarium
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Explore ancient Rome through a unique, historically accurate 3D model.

Take a guided tour around ancient Rome with expert Professor Matthew Nicholls, using his detailed and award-winning 3D digital model of the city. Explore Rome's architecture and how it was used - how did Romans worship their gods and meet their political masters? How was drinking water supplied to the city's million inhabitants? Moving seamlessly between footage of contemporary Rome and the digital model (including interactive elements), you'll explore these questions and much more.

Use this insight to inform your own encounters with the eternal city and the study of ancient history more generally.

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Explore different categories of building within the city, and the functions they housed

Investigate a range of evidence including archaeological remains, coins, literary texts, and inscriptions to learn how we can understand and interpret the ancient past

Discuss the way the rulers of Rome used architecture to adorn the city and keep it functioning

Experience digital modelling as a way of presenting the ancient past, exploring models on screen and in videos and discussing what they can show us

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This course is open to anyone with an interest in discovering more about ancient Rome. You might be: planning a visit to the Italian capital; an avid watcher of documentaries on Roman history; or considering studying archaeology, classics or history at university.

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"A very interesting, engaging course. Thank you, Matthew! I hope to find many of these sites when I am in Rome for the first time in October. As for the "eternal" question of which emporer had the biggest impact, my initial thought was Augustus and I'm even more sure of my answer having completed the course. He not only built many great structures but set the standard that others followed in building and growing this great city."

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