Behind every national park is a team of ordinary people who are dedicated to maintaining the extraordinary. They may not wear capes, but they're heroes in our book. Meet the individuals who protect our parks and send thanks to an NPS employee or volunteer who made your last visit extra special.
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They maintain habitats, educate visitors, and preserve history. They're rangers, museum curators, engineers, volunteers, landscape architects, and fire fighters. They're the treasured stewards of our national parks. They're National Park Ambassadors.
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Thank you, everyone.Ken Burns said that the National Parks were America's Best Idea. He was absolutely right. The workers I met and spoke to were all...Read more
Thank you, everyone.Ken Burns said that the National Parks were America's Best Idea. He was absolutely right. The workers I met and spoke to were all friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great time.
Tim M., Illinois
Thank you, Park Ranger.I wish to thank you for all the help you have given me with each trip I've taken to Yellowstone. Every time you answered a question...Read more
Thank you, Park Ranger.I wish to thank you for all the help you have given me with each trip I've taken to Yellowstone. Every time you answered a question from directions to the history of the Park to the wildlife living there Thank you. You have made every visit memorable. Wishing many more seasons at the beautifully breathtaking Yellowstone National Park.🙂🫎🦝🦌🦅🦫🦬🐻🐾
Sincerely. Liz Farwell
Lisette F., New York
Thank you, Grand Canyon Team.I finally got my brother to the Canyon a few years ago, despite him living only five hours away for the past 30 years. He was awed as I...Read more
Thank you, Grand Canyon Team.I finally got my brother to the Canyon a few years ago, despite him living only five hours away for the past 30 years. He was awed as I have been every time I have visited. We had THE BEST time, and the Park Staff everywhere we went was awesome. Thanks for making our visit special!
Jen w., Colorado
Thank you, All rangers.To all the park rangers at the canyon, both north and south rim, thank you for all you do to protect the wildlife and habitat given all the...Read more
Thank you, All rangers.To all the park rangers at the canyon, both north and south rim, thank you for all you do to protect the wildlife and habitat given all the use by park visitors!!
Much appreciation,
Jeanne from Flagstaff
Jeanne T., Arizona
Thank you, Everyone .Thank you for my beautiful experience. It always makes me feel solemn and happy being at Pearl Harbor. The peaceful quiet makes me...Read more
Thank you, Everyone .Thank you for my beautiful experience. It always makes me feel solemn and happy being at Pearl Harbor. The peaceful quiet makes me reminisce in the history that surrounds Pearl Harbor
Barbara F., Illinois
Thank you, Rangers One and All on Cape Cod.You work hard to share your love of and knowledge about the wonderful lands you are sworn to protect and nurture. Your passion for your...Read more
Thank you, Rangers One and All on Cape Cod.You work hard to share your love of and knowledge about the wonderful lands you are sworn to protect and nurture. Your passion for your work shines through time and time again. THANK YOU, one and all!
Kathryn P., Pennsylvania
Thank you, All.You are appreciated!!!Read more
Thank you, All.You are appreciated!!!
Donnie H., Louisiana
Thank you, Park Rangers.I just wanted to send a quick note of appreciation for the work you do. The National Parks are such a treasure! Any time I’m outside in...Read more
Thank you, Park Rangers.I just wanted to send a quick note of appreciation for the work you do. The National Parks are such a treasure! Any time I’m outside in nature it makes my heart sing. The beauty of the land and its natural inhabitants are a feast for the senses, relax and excite me and so many others. They provide a place to gather, connect, explore, and let the imagination run wild. I know a lot of work goes into maintaining the parks and I can’t thank you enough.
Many Thanks!
Laura B., Colorado
Thank you, All of you.Thank you for helping me and others have a great experience while at your park! Thanks for answering my questions and for giving me...Read more
Thank you, All of you.Thank you for helping me and others have a great experience while at your park! Thanks for answering my questions and for giving me directions and local history. You made my trip to your park a memorable one for me and my friends!! A lifetime of great memories!!! 👍😁😸
Jette D., California
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