Repost from our partner the #NationalParkofAmericanSamoa:
The Upper Sauma lookout stands as one of the most beautiful scenic viewpoints on #Tutuila. It offers a view unmatched and is a great reward after a long hike. Explore Vatia terrains and experience its beauty! Have you been here?
#NPSA
I’d come to the islands for three weeks to visit both American Samoa and (Western) Samoa. In 2007-08 I served in the Peace Corps in a small village on ʻUpolu Island. I had an amazing adventure and became part of my Samoan family.
#AmericanSamoa #GuestBlogger #NPSA #UpoloIsland
National Park of American Samoa Repost!
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Tau Mountain stands tall between two villages. Although not much is widely known about this mountain, no one can deny the beauty of its presence & stature. With an elevation of about 361 feet, one can only imagine the breathtaking views.
#NPSA #TauMountain
National Park of American Samoa Repost!
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Explore the Tuafanua trail, and at the end, you will be rewarded with a breathtaking view of Pola Island—a sight few have witnessed. Take the opportunity to visit the park and enjoy the refreshing breeze.
#TuafanuaTrail #PolaIsland #NPSA #nps
Tasi's Gift is a touching story about Tuala, a young girl who learns the value of selfless giving from her grandfather Tasi. Taking place on Upolu Island in Sāmoa at a time long before the present.
#TasisGift #AmericanSamoa #ShopYourParks #NPSA
Shop: shop.hawaiipacificparks.org/products/tas...
Need a little escape into nature? Check out this video of a Samoan starling munching on a few ripe bananas, posted by our partner the National Park of American Samoa! 🐦⬛
Seʻi tagaʻi i lenei ata puupuu o se Fuia o loo ʻai i ni nai faʻi ua pula! 🍌
#SamoanStarling #AmericanSamoa #NPSA #BirdsOfSamoa
Watch the demonstration of how the traditional Samoan umu is prepared. We encourage you to take a moment to watch and learn about this meaningful part of Samoan culture.
Video courtesy of our partner the #NationalParkofAmericanSamoa
#SamoanUmu #NPSA #SamoanTraditions
As the nonprofit partner of the National Park of American Samoa, HPPA works with park leadership to identify priority needs every year. 🤝📋
HPPA supports:
When you shop the park or donate in the visitor center or online, you help protect both natural systems & living traditions. 🌿💚
IMGS: #NPSA
#HPPA
Cultural performances at the visitor center are part of what we support at our partner National Park of American Samoa in 2026! 🤝
These programs bring the park to life. 😍
#AmericanSamao #ParkSupport #HPPA #NPSA #SamoanCulture
Are you planning to visit National Park of American Samoa, or are you already there? Don't miss out on guided hikes! 🌴
(Then come on in to our cute little shop in the visitor center and pick up something to remember the adventure by!) 😃
#guidedhikes #AmericanSamoa #NPSA
Behind every great visitor experience at our partner National Park of American Samoa is a knowledgeable park ranger. 🥾
By investing in staff training, we help ensure that Samoan cultural traditions are shared authentically and respectfully.
#ParkSupport #SamoanCulture #HPPA #NPSA #StaffTraining
When you visit our partner the #NationalParkofAmericanSamoa, the information you receive matters.
This year, we are supporting:
• Printing of the park newspaper
• Updated tear-off trail maps for Manu‘a
• Accessibility improvements in printed materials
#ParkSupport #NPSA #HPPA #AmericanSamoa
A white collared kingfisher rests on a power line during a rainy day in American Samoa, symbolizing resilience, balance, and the quiet connection between nature and island life.
#nationalparkofamericansamoa #PakaFaasaoOAmerikaSamoa #NPSA #Kingfisher
Behind every great visitor experience at our partner #NationalPark of #AmericanSamoa is a knowledgeable park ranger. 🥾
This year, we are funding specialized training for interpretive park staff in traditional Samoan handicrafts — including preparing #laufala for weaving.
#HPPA
Laufala images: #NPSA
Cultural knowledge is living knowledge.
Through our support of our partner National Park of American Samoa, we are funding weaving demonstrations and Samoan handicraft programs in partnership with local cultural practitioners. 🤝
🧡💛💚
IMG: NPSA
#ParkSupport #NPSA #HPPA #SamoanHeritage
When you visit our partner the National Park of American Samoa, the information you receive matters.
This year, we are supporting:
• Printing of the park newspaper
• Updated tear-off trail maps for Manu‘a
• Accessibility improvements in printed materials
#ParkSupport #NPSA #HPPA #AmericanSamoa
Have you met Melekuini? 😃
If you have visited our partner National Park of American Samoa & picked up goodies in our VC park store, you may have been lucky enough to meet this ray of sunshine! ☀
And yes, that IS a plush fruit bat, thank you for asking! 🍌🦇
#NPSA #HPPA #FruitBat #TalofaMelekuini
Pacific Imperial Pigeon feeding off a native tree in the National Park of American Samoa.
#SamoanBirds #NPSA #PacificImperialPigeon
To mark #WorldWetlandDay this month the National Park of American Samoa will host a volunteer event Feb. 26.
They will be planting mangroves on different locations on island. If you/your group would like to participate, scan the QR code to register or see the contact info.
#NPSA #AmericanSamoa
You can shop to support this beautiful park, too:
shop.hawaiipacificparks.org/collections/...
🌴🌊🌿🫶
#NPSA #ShopYourPark #AmericanSamoa
If you have a sudden yearning to shop to support the programs and projects at our partner park, you can do that here: shop.hawaiipacificparks.org/collections/...
#NPSA #ShopYourPark 🌴
Tutorial on How to get to Lower Sauma Ridge Trail in The National Park of American Samoa.
O se ata fa'asolo e fa'aali pe faape fea ona e maua'ina le auala sopo o Lower Sauma i totonu o le Paka Fa'asa'o o Amerika Samoa.
#NPSA #AmericanSamoa #LowerSaumaRidgeTrail
New new new! ✨☕🌴
Bring a touch of the lush, tropical beauty of the #NationalParkofAmericanSamoa to your morning. 🌺🌊
Hand-thrown Deneen Pottery mug features a gorgeous medallion showcasing Ofu Island, along with 2 iconic species: the uʻu (coconut crab) 🦀 & the peʻa vao (Samoan fruit bat) 🦇.
#NPSA
Our partner park has some big news for you:
"Please stay tuned for next year’s guided hikes. We look forward to welcoming you as we explore the park together."
#FatiFatiTrail #LowerSaumaTrail
#americansamoa #ParkService #NPS #nationalparkservice #PagoPago #nationalparks #nationalpark #NPSA
Dr. Martin Schreiber to Deliver Keynote at NPSA 2025 Banff Meeting #Canada #Martin_Schreiber #NPSA #Trauma_Surgery #Banff
Park visitors who voyaged across the wide Pacific to visit our partner the National Park of American Samoa! 🌴💙 donated $2,318 at the park store registers this past year! 🙌
Every dollar stays in the park, helping protect its unique wildlife, coral reefs, & cultural treasures. 🐠🌺
#ParkSupport #NPSA
If you want to shop this distant park from home, you can do that, here: shop.hawaiipacificparks.org/collections/...
#americansamoa #nationalparkofamericansamoa #hppa #npsa
Did someone say "the National Park of American Samoa"?
#AmericanSamoa #NPSA #NationalParksStickers
From the slopes of Matafao Mountain, this view opens up from an unfamiliar spot along the strenuous trail. Though the climb is demanding, the sight that unfolds is nothing short of breathtaking.
~NPSA
#AmericanSamao #MatafaoMountain #NPSA
And oh yeah, speaking of fruit bats (flying foxes) and the National Park of American Samoa:
#FruitBats #FlyingFoxes #NPSA
