Abstract: Each year, millions of people retreat to what are now known as (WANKA) America’snational parks and their units. This escape from the settler-colonial lives of our capitalisticeconomy and imperialistic mindset is often touted as a much-needed respite for overworked,stressed-out adults and technology-addicted youth- a result of our “more is better” lifestyle anddemand for instant gratification. The learning opportunity afforded, although unconventional,provides space with which to bring the voice of Indigenous Peoples to the forefront of thenarrative of national parks’ history and the legacy of displacement.