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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 Park Service People.I would like to thank all of the park rangers, workers, etc., who keep our parks beautiful and safe. You're all doing a great job...Read more

Thank you, All Park Service People.I would like to thank all of the park rangers, workers, etc., who keep our parks beautiful and safe. You're all doing a great job. Keep up the good work.

Kathleen T., Missouri

Thank you, Ranger James.I love forward to volunteering with Ranger James every kickball season. He is funny, thoughtful, and passionate about our parks and...Read more

Thank you, Ranger James.I love forward to volunteering with Ranger James every kickball season. He is funny, thoughtful, and passionate about our parks and veterans. He's served the country in many ways and I'm grateful for his dedication to helping others learn to care for our shared spaces and history.

fae f., Washington, D.C.

Thank you, Park Superintendant and Rangers ..Thank you for your devoted service, and for protecting our beloved Hetch Hetchy. Read more

Thank you, Park Superintendant and Rangers ..Thank you for your devoted service, and for protecting our beloved Hetch Hetchy.

James F., California

Thank you, All Ambassadors .Thank you to all the National Park Ambassadors across our beautiful country. Your hard work and dedication are so very valuable and...Read more

Thank you, All Ambassadors .Thank you to all the National Park Ambassadors across our beautiful country. Your hard work and dedication are so very valuable and appreciated. You help make our visits safer, more interesting, meaningful, and satisfying. You have the sincere gratitude of my husband and I. ❤️

Sheryl M., Oklahoma

Thank you, All Park Ambassadors.I have visited several National Parks, but there are soo many more places to go and experience. Thank you for being out there for the parks...Read more

Thank you, All Park Ambassadors.I have visited several National Parks, but there are soo many more places to go and experience. Thank you for being out there for the parks and the visitors to these special places.

Amy D., Michigan

Thank you, To Whom it May Concern.Thank you to all Park Ambassadors for all that you do! The National Parks have such a special place in my heart and I have memories from...Read more

Thank you, To Whom it May Concern.Thank you to all Park Ambassadors for all that you do! The National Parks have such a special place in my heart and I have memories from visiting that I will cherish forever. We appreciate you!

Abigail P., Missouri

Thank you, Webcam Maintenance.I can seldom visit in person now, but every day or so I tune in to see how things are on Skyline (and often from the valley, and when i...Read more

Thank you, Webcam Maintenance.I can seldom visit in person now, but every day or so I tune in to see how things are on Skyline (and often from the valley, and when i think of it, New River.) Thanks for letting me drop in for sunset without a six-hour drive. I can imagine this has been a very challenging year for maintenance, but you take care of it.

Becky M., Ohio

Thank you, Rangers and Staff.I am so proud of America's National Park System. I've traveled the world with my work and seen many other countries but none...Read more

Thank you, Rangers and Staff.I am so proud of America's National Park System. I've traveled the world with my work and seen many other countries but none come to mind that match the tremendous wildness, scale, beauty and approachability of our splendid parks. We owe a deep debt of gratitude to the stewards and wardens of these great American legacies. Thank you, All !!

Hugh B., California

Thank you, To any ranger.I got injured by one of my students, and as a result, I have spent five years recovering from a traumatic brain injury. I became part of a...Read more

Thank you, To any ranger.I got injured by one of my students, and as a result, I have spent five years recovering from a traumatic brain injury. I became part of a scouting troop, and forest preserves became a sanctuary from all the loud sounds that triggered my PTSD. Hiking trails became a way to rebuild my endurance. I'm so grateful that places like these exist. They became a safe haven for healing. Thank you for providing such a wonderful resource.

Kristie S., Illinois

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