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, All.We have stopped and visited 14 National Parks on our across the United States journey. Every one we stopped at had park rangers and staff...Read more
Thank you, All.We have stopped and visited 14 National Parks on our across the United States journey. Every one we stopped at had park rangers and staff that went above and beyond to make our visit special. To be able to see the country and every park in their own distinctive way was a pleasure. Thank you all for a great road trip!
Jeff D., South Carolina
Thank you, Mark Hobson.I'll keep this short. In August 2024 we took a cruise down the coastal waters of Alaska. Gorgeous! Lotsa whales! But since we were on...Read more
Thank you, Mark Hobson.I'll keep this short. In August 2024 we took a cruise down the coastal waters of Alaska. Gorgeous! Lotsa whales! But since we were on boats and didn't go ashore much I missed the chance to go the Visitor Centers of Kenai Fjords, Glacier Bay, and Wrangell/St. Elias. I love my Nat'l Park Passport, but I couldn't get it stamped anywhere. So I sent a letter, a donation, and a stamped return address envelope to all three Parks...and all three Directors sent me lovely Thank You cards and several dated stamps apiece. You folks are the best! I haven't visited all of the National Parks yet, but I'm working on it! Thanks for everything!
Mark H., Wisconsin
Thank you, Cole Debor.Thank you for guiding us on a great hike at Hetch Hetchy - we loved learning about the reservoir and the history. Read more
Thank you, Cole Debor.Thank you for guiding us on a great hike at Hetch Hetchy - we loved learning about the reservoir and the history.
Sally V., Florida
Thank you, All Ambassadors and Rangers.Thank you all for your hard work! We love our National Parks and forests and spend as much time there as possible! Thank you for all your...Read more
Thank you, All Ambassadors and Rangers.Thank you all for your hard work! We love our National Parks and forests and spend as much time there as possible! Thank you for all your hard work and keeping us safe! We've had too many adventures and stories all over the parks to name. You're the people we leave our hiking itineraires with and that we report to when we get back, and gives us advise on hikes and areas. All the good information has kept us from even needing to be rescued and allows us safe, fun, and numerous visits!
Janet B., Illinois
Thank you, All Park Rangers.In the past 18 months I’ve had the privilege to visit/hike/stay Arches, Canyonlands, Black Canyon of the Gunnison, Mesa Verde, Great Sand...Read more
Thank you, All Park Rangers.In the past 18 months I’ve had the privilege to visit/hike/stay Arches, Canyonlands, Black Canyon of the Gunnison, Mesa Verde, Great Sand Dunes, White Sands, Rocky Mountain, North Cascades, Olympic and Mount Rainier. My first stop is always the visitor center where the rangers provide invaluable information about the trails and conditions. Thanks to all the very knowledgeable and skilled rangers for preparing me for the priceless experiences!
David H., Pennsylvania
Thank you, All Park Staff Members.We had a blast at The Badlands National Park last summer. (2024) Thank you Park Staff for keeping the park safe. We're looking...Read more
Thank you, All Park Staff Members.We had a blast at The Badlands National Park last summer. (2024) Thank you Park Staff for keeping the park safe. We're looking forward to the Grand Canyon in 2025!
Patricia K., Missouri
Thank you, Shelton Johnson.Thank you Shelton for your easy manner and thorough presentation about the Buffalo Soldiers and the history of that time in the Park. I...Read more
Thank you, Shelton Johnson.Thank you Shelton for your easy manner and thorough presentation about the Buffalo Soldiers and the history of that time in the Park. I still remember you after at least 15 years.
Sarah H., California
Thank you, Every ambassador for our parks .Many thanks to all the amazing people who protect our national parks and show the public how important it is to protect and save our...Read more
Thank you, Every ambassador for our parks .Many thanks to all the amazing people who protect our national parks and show the public how important it is to protect and save our environment and wildlife and parks . You work hard but many don’t know what you do or even that you are there. So from everyone across the United States I say bravo to you all for your dedication and determination and commitment. A big THANK You a for all you do.
Carolyn J., Kansas
Thank you, Monamma.Thank you and the other park rangers for making our volunteer opportunities memorable and fun.Read more
Thank you, Monamma.Thank you and the other park rangers for making our volunteer opportunities memorable and fun.
Nancy L., Pennsylvania
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