The National Park Service's Twitter Game Is Strong

The National Park Service has been serving up some truly unique content on Twitter. Their mix of dry humor and wilderness wisdom has been catching attention for all the right reasons.

Bear Encounter Etiquette

One standout tweet offered this gem of friendship advice: "If you come across a bear, never push a slower friend down, even if you feel the friendship has run its course."

When a follower asked the logical follow-up question about what to do if you happen to be that slower friend, the NPS didn't miss a beat. Their advice? "Check in on the friendship before you head into the woods." Solid life advice that works both in bear country and beyond.

Clock Change Reminders and Weather Updates

The account also tackled daylight saving time with their trademark humor. While most organizations simply remind you to change your clocks, the NPS found a way to make even this mundane announcement entertaining.

Their weather updates maintain the same level of delightful obviousness: "You know it's cold outside when you go outside and it's cold." This statement is both completely unhelpful and somehow perfectly on-brand.

Avoiding Crowds: Expert Guidance

The NPS also shared this groundbreaking advice on avoiding crowds in popular parks: "To avoid crowds, visit areas that are less crowded." The circular logic is part of what makes their social media presence so endearing.

The Mystery Behind the Account

When followers asked who exactly runs this entertaining account, the response was simply: "Follow me if you want to see some fun and positive news every day."

While this doesn't answer the question of who's behind the keyboard, it does perfectly sum up the account's mission: bringing smiles and helpful (if sometimes obvious) outdoor advice to social media users.

The National Park Service has found that sweet spot of being informative while not taking themselves too seriously. Their Twitter account proves that government agencies can connect with the public through humor while still promoting their core mission of protecting natural resources.