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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No thank you is too small! We celebrate Park Heroes 24/7, 365 days a year.
Thank you, Jaden Garcia.Iheedn Jaden - for all your work to preserve our culture and natural lands. The documentary came out wonderfully. Once again, we are very...Read more
Thank you, Jaden Garcia.Iheedn Jaden - for all your work to preserve our culture and natural lands. The documentary came out wonderfully. Once again, we are very proud of you! Mrs. Ina
Ina M., New Mexico
Thank you, All Park Rangers .Thank you all for helping to care for and preserve our national parks. Read more
Thank you, All Park Rangers .Thank you all for helping to care for and preserve our national parks.
Jane H., Arizona
Thank you, All National Park Employees .Thank you for all you do to keep our park’s beautiful!Read more
Thank you, All National Park Employees .Thank you for all you do to keep our park’s beautiful!
Deb P., Colorado
Thank you, All employees.Thank you to everyone who work so hard and care so much about our National Parks. You are all heroes in my book! Keep up your spirits in...Read more
Thank you, All employees.Thank you to everyone who work so hard and care so much about our National Parks. You are all heroes in my book! Keep up your spirits in the challenging times ahead. You are very much appreciated 🥰🧡
Liz O., Oregon
Thank you, All rangers.My son and I visited years ago and it is still one of my fondest memories. The Rangers were so helpful with advice on trails to hike. We...Read more
Thank you, All rangers.My son and I visited years ago and it is still one of my fondest memories. The Rangers were so helpful with advice on trails to hike. We had a phenomenal time.
Talia S., Wisconsin
Thank you, Jasmine Lyons.Thanks for all you do! Im so proud of you and the work you are doing! Keep up the amazing things you get to do with all your talents!!Read more
Thank you, Jasmine Lyons.Thanks for all you do! Im so proud of you and the work you are doing! Keep up the amazing things you get to do with all your talents!!
Jayne T., Indiana
Thank you, Any and all.Love my park system! Enjoy the knowledge you all share with visitors.Read more
Thank you, Any and all.Love my park system! Enjoy the knowledge you all share with visitors.
Leslie L., Michigan
Thank you, All park rangers.A big thank you for all that you do for our beloved RMNP! I’ve enjoyed this park for over 50 years it is a national treasure and has...Read more
Thank you, All park rangers.A big thank you for all that you do for our beloved RMNP! I’ve enjoyed this park for over 50 years it is a national treasure and has brought my family and I many days of enjoyment. Thank you all so much for your work and dedication!
Ray
Ray R., Colorado
Thank you, NPS.Thank you for all you do to keep this valuable resource available and enjoyable to the American peopleRead more
Thank you, NPS.Thank you for all you do to keep this valuable resource available and enjoyable to the American people
Melissa P., Utah
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