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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.

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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No thank you is too small! We celebrate Park Heroes 24/7, 365 days a year.

Thank you, All ambassadors.Thank you to all the ambassadors. You are the reason our National Parks are clean, and safe for the animals and plants that live there and...Read more

Thank you, All ambassadors.Thank you to all the ambassadors. You are the reason our National Parks are clean, and safe for the animals and plants that live there and all of us who visit. We have to remember that we are guests in their home.

Mary M., Iowa

Thank you, All National Park Ambassadors.Dear Park Ambassadors, I was driving across the country from Texas to Washington by myself twice a year for 6 years doe my job. I...Read more

Thank you, All National Park Ambassadors.Dear Park Ambassadors, I was driving across the country from Texas to Washington by myself twice a year for 6 years doe my job. I always made my trip to include anywhere from 3 - 6 national parks as part of my journey. In the past 6 years I have been honored to visit over 20 parks. The work that you do to sustain these precious lands and the education that you provide to each of us visitors can not be appreciated enough. I never entered a park without being greeted by a friendly, warm ambassador who willingly answered all my questions, provided information or shared a story about that park. It made my adventures that much more meaningful. We are honored that you have taken on the task of protecting these valuable lands and sharing your love with each of us. Thank you for your dedication and commitment to the preservation of our natural treasures.

Karie L., Texas

Thank you, Franceska Macsali Urban.The Personnel at the FDR National Library over the last 10years + have given tours to the New York State American Legion State Commander...Read more

Thank you, Franceska Macsali Urban.The Personnel at the FDR National Library over the last 10years + have given tours to the New York State American Legion State Commander. Every year the Commander has enjoyed the tour, this year Commander Koster said it was the best tour he has been on all year. So thank you for your support every year, especially to Fran. Hyde Park American Legion Post 1303 Commander, Michael Athanas

MICHAEL A., New York

Thank you, Any Park Ambassador.My husband and I have visited a number of National Parks, and we always interact with great folks no matter where we roam. We are grateful...Read more

Thank you, Any Park Ambassador.My husband and I have visited a number of National Parks, and we always interact with great folks no matter where we roam. We are grateful for your generosity, professionalism and friendly faces. Thank you for everything you do for our beautiful parks!

Suzanne T., Texas

Thank you, Do not know .We were given a fabulous tour and lecture by a ranger at Congressional Hall on Oct 30 at about 2:30p. He had a black beard and said he...Read more

Thank you, Do not know .We were given a fabulous tour and lecture by a ranger at Congressional Hall on Oct 30 at about 2:30p. He had a black beard and said he lived in NJ. We were thrilled. Wish we had gotten his name.

Franklin M., Florida

Thank you, see below .I don't have a particular ranger or National Park to commend. This is to thank ALL the rangers for their fine work in each park. We...Read more

Thank you, see below .I don't have a particular ranger or National Park to commend. This is to thank ALL the rangers for their fine work in each park. We are National Park Foundation members and are grateful for their intentions and efforts to preserve, expand and conserve the Parks. Christi and Gilbert Smith

Christi S., Washington

Thank you, All NP Ambassadors .Thank You Ambassadors for your diplomatic and kind representation of all our beautiful animals, landscape, plants and trees in our...Read more

Thank you, All NP Ambassadors .Thank You Ambassadors for your diplomatic and kind representation of all our beautiful animals, landscape, plants and trees in our National Parks- truely some of our greatest national treasures!

Elliott P., Massachusetts

Thank you, Tim Ertel and Shannon McLucas.A huge shout-out to Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine rangers Tim Ertel and Shannon McLucas. They are both such a joy to...Read more

Thank you, Tim Ertel and Shannon McLucas.A huge shout-out to Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine rangers Tim Ertel and Shannon McLucas. They are both such a joy to work with on all of the projects that we do together! Thank you!!!!!

Jeffrey B., Maryland

Thank you, Everyone .Thanks for all you do to help the loads of people visiting this lovely park!!!Read more

Thank you, Everyone .Thanks for all you do to help the loads of people visiting this lovely park!!!

Kathy R., Arizona

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