Answer:
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."
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