Guess who is turning 10 years old? Quinn is!
For the fourth straight year, Quinn is raising money to support public lands, and for the third straight year, it is to support Shenandoah National Park Trust (SNPT). With SNPT being an official nonprofit partner of Shenandoah National Park, they have raised more than $7 million in support of far-ranging endeavors: natural and cultural resource protection, overlook renovation, land acquisition and conservation, and youth education and engagement. SNPT funds projects developed by departments within the park and selected through a competitive granting process. Selected projects grow the park’s capacity to take on cutting-edge initiatives, enhance the visitor experience, uncover history, and prepare the next generation of stewards for our natural areas.
Can you help? Can you help with Quinn's birthday fundraiser? Any donation would be appreciated for the park, the animals, the park rangers, and all who visit. In 2023, Quinn raised $1,100, and in 2024, raised over $1,400. As we would like to exceed amounts from years past, Quinn is looking to raise $1,000 this year.
"Shenandoah is a very special place to me! I love coming here in all seasons. Coming this year has been fun, thanks to my 4th Grade America is Beautiful Pass. This past year, I have been able to be the pass holder to get myself and my family into the park to explore. I have seen waterfalls, new trails, and of course, my favorite place... Bearfence Mountain." ~ Quinn Rief
Please follow us on social media to see more about our experiences from Shenandoah at instagram.com/bluelightningbear and BlueLightningBear.com 💙⚡️🐻
#WeAreShenandoah #OutdoorsForAll
“Quinn - Happy 10th Birthday”
Penelope Winder
Aug 8, 2025
Maryland, US
“Keep on upwards!”
Alicia Delahunty
Aug 7, 2025
Maryland, US
Elizabeth Macy
Aug 5, 2025
Maryland, US
“Happy Birthday, Quinn! What a great cause you're supporting.”
John Ross
Aug 5, 2025
Maryland, US
“Happy birthday, Quinn.”
Madelyn Curtin
Aug 5, 2025
Maryland, US
Anonymous
Aug 5, 2025
Virginia, US
David Simmons
Aug 5, 2025
Pennsylvania, US
Amy Szestak
Aug 5, 2025
Maryland, US
“Happy Birthday Quinn, We admire your inspiration and commitment to supporting causes that enrich the lives of many. Mimi and PopPop”
James Hamilton
Aug 5, 2025
Maryland, US
“Go Quinn!”
cindy anderson
Aug 4, 2025
Maryland, US
“Happy Bithday Quinn! Thanks for supporting our local and National parks!”
Lori Epstein
Aug 4, 2025
Virginia, US
“Quinn, you are the coolest and we are so proud of you. Happy Birthday!!”
Shannon, Chris & Natasha Demko
Aug 4, 2025
Georgia, US
“HBD Quinn, and thank you for bringing attention and support to The National Parks!! Hike On!! <3 Cheryl Demko & Ben”
CheryL Demko
Aug 4, 2025
Connecticut, US
“Happy Birthday Quinn! Your commitment to preserving our national parks is admirable.”
Annelise Hafer
Aug 4, 2025
Maryland, US
“Hapoy 10th Birthday, Quinn!! You are awesome!”
Anne Ruskowski
Aug 4, 2025
Maryland, US
Jessica Travers
Aug 4, 2025
Florida, US
“Quinn, you rock! Have a fantastic birthday!”
Cathy Higgins
Aug 4, 2025
Maryland, US
“Happy Birthday Quinn. Thanks for all you do for the National Parks!”
Dana Prandoni
Aug 4, 2025
Maryland, US
“Happy Birthday Quinn! You and your dad make a great team:-)”
Jeanine Derr
Aug 4, 2025
Maryland, US
“Happy Birthday Quinn!! 🎉🎂”
Leesa Weiss
Aug 4, 2025
Maryland, US
“Happy birthday, Quinn!!”
Wendy Burgess
Aug 3, 2025
North Carolina, US
Susan Higgins
Aug 3, 2025
Maryland, US
David Repka
Jul 31, 2025
Maryland, US
Susan Schieffer
Jul 31, 2025
Maryland, US
Jeffrey D Montague
Jul 30, 2025
Maryland, US
“Happy birthday Quinn! What a great cause.”
Peter Atwill
Jul 30, 2025
District of Columbia, US
“Happy 10th Birthday beautiful girl! So proud of you! Happy to support your stewardship of a beloved place!”
Gina Mahoney
Jul 30, 2025
Florida, US
“Happy birthday, Quinn! Love, Mimi”
Marie Reinard
Jul 29, 2025
Maryland, US
“Happy birthday, Quinn!”
Tammi Houton
Jul 29, 2025
Maryland, US
“Happy Birthday, Quinn! I love your love for the national parks.”
Sherry Bowman
Jul 29, 2025
United States Minor Outlying Islands, US
“Happy birthday, Quinn! Your love for Shenandoah and your dedication to protecting it is inspiring. Bearfence is one of my favorite spots too! Keep exploring, and thank you for helping make the park even better for everyone. 💚🐻⛰️”
Stuart Grosvenor
Jul 29, 2025
District of Columbia, US
Lauren Menser
Jul 28, 2025
Maryland, US