Question

The author of "Under used Parks work to create Awareness, Access' takes the position that the underused parks discussed in the article deserve more visitors. How does he distinguish this position from that of others who might argue that it's best for these parks to remain "hidden gems”?

Answer 1

The author says that national parks exist so that people can experience America; if they were to remain hidden, their value would be lost.

In order for America to be experienced, these parks must not remain "hidden gems." He argues that these parks "contribute uniquely" to the landscape and is a reminder of "what was" -- i.e., an America that no longer exists in modern 
time.

He says that he wants others to experience what he has worked so hard to save. Therefore, these does not want these parks to remain "hidden gems."