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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National Park Ambassadors
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, Park Ambassadors .We thank you for protecting our wildflower and our beautiful National Parks! It's always an honor when we come to Great Smoky...Read more
Thank you, Park Ambassadors .We thank you for protecting our wildflower and our beautiful National Parks! It's always an honor when we come to Great Smoky Mountains & see you all enjoying your positions & informing us tourists of what we happen up on.... again Thank you & Many Blessings & safety for all
Dawn M., Florida
Thank you, To all the National Park Ambassadors.We are truly grateful for all ambassadors, rangers and volunteers at our precious National Parks. Nearly every vacation we take is...Read more
Thank you, To all the National Park Ambassadors.We are truly grateful for all ambassadors, rangers and volunteers at our precious National Parks. Nearly every vacation we take is centered around a visit to one of our National Parks, Monuments, Historical Sites, etc. We truly appreciate your dedication to our parks!! It is your faithfulness and commitment that keeps our parks beautiful, educational and safe! Thank you !!!!
Steve & Karen S., Ohio
Thank you, David Yates.TY Ranger Dave for the work you put in at Haleakala NP!!!! You are a tremendous ambassador!!!Read more
Thank you, David Yates.TY Ranger Dave for the work you put in at Haleakala NP!!!! You are a tremendous ambassador!!!
Mike Y., Texas
Thank you, Park employees .Thank you all for your dedication at being the "Keepers" at all of the Parks. Read more
Thank you, Park employees .Thank you all for your dedication at being the "Keepers" at all of the Parks.
Kathleen S., Maryland
Thank you, Peggy Caldwell.❤️Read more
Thank you, Peggy Caldwell.❤️
Peggy C., Ohio
Thank you, Any park worker.Thank you for helping protect our greatest crown jewelsRead more
Thank you, Any park worker.Thank you for helping protect our greatest crown jewels
Terry F., Tennessee
Thank you, Stefanie Shattenberg.Thank you for hosting the class about writing federal resumes and giving contact information and other useful information that I will use...Read more
Thank you, Stefanie Shattenberg.Thank you for hosting the class about writing federal resumes and giving contact information and other useful information that I will use to become a park ranger one day!
caiden m., Ohio
Thank you, Park Ambassadors E to W, N to S.'just doing my job"--that's what you've said many times---now its time you've heard "job well done!...Read more
Thank you, Park Ambassadors E to W, N to S.'just doing my job"--that's what you've said many times---now its time you've heard "job well done!"
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Darlene K., Illinois
Thank you, All Park Team Members.The tour hosted by a guide was the highlight of our visit to Yosemite. Thank you for making this evening tour so special.Read more
Thank you, All Park Team Members.The tour hosted by a guide was the highlight of our visit to Yosemite. Thank you for making this evening tour so special.
Jack T., California
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