Saguaro National Monument is one of more than 175 units administered by
the National Park Service, U. S. Department of the Interior. They
include such outstanding scenic areas as Grand Canyon and Yosemite
National Parks and other Parks and Monuments set aside for their scenic,
scientific, historic or archeologic values. These superb areas are yours
and are a part of your heritage as American citizens.
The National Park Service has the job of preserving the Parks and
Monuments in their natural, unspoiled condition and of making them
available for your enjoyment in such a manner as to leave them
unimpaired for the inspiration of future generations. To achieve this
high purpose it has been necessary to prohibit such activities as
woodcutting, hunting, grazing, mining and even flower-picking. The men
in the uniform of the National Park Service are here to serve you, and
will welcome the opportunity to make your stay at Saguaro National
Monument more enjoyable.
We hope you will cooperate with us "by taking only pictures and
inspiration and leaving only footprints and goodwill."