I was born and raised abroad in Nicaragua and grew up watching movies with incredible views of places like Zion National Park. It was breathtaking to witness the views firsthand. The trip suddenly turned into an even more memorable experience once we started the relatively short, yet intense hike up Angels’ Landing. Walking across and atop those rock formations made me feel like a cosmonaut exploring some distant galaxy. I shall cherish those memories for the entirety of my life. Years later I came to realize that none of those experiences would’ve been possible without the existence of park rangers. I cannot thank you (wherever you are located) enough for your service and dedication. My experience, and those of millions of others, wouldn’t exist if it wasn’t for the active role you play in the upkeep of these magnificent, yet delicate ecosystems. Please stay safe and keep in mind that your work fuels the imagination of kids around the globe that are watching movies with scenes of the grounds you protect.
Sincerely,
Zion National Park
Free-flowing rivers cut through multi-hued sedimentary rock to form Zion's deep and spectacular canyons. Park trails lead visitors to dramatic rock formations, hanging gardens, scenic vistas, ancient rock art and natural arches. People have lived in Zion’s landscape for at least 8,000 years, and the park's prehistoric art and artifacts tell the stories of the area’s previous inhabitants. The park also provides habitat for a variety of wildlife and large mammals, hardy desert plants like cholla and juniper, and rare and threatened birds like the peregrine falcon, California condor and Mexican spotted owl.
State(s): Utah
Established: 1909
“Visiting a park allows me to turn a vision I had many years ago as a kid into a reality. Thank you to those rangers that make it possible. ”
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Greetings from Zion National Park
Zion is one of my favorite places on earth - it's so beautiful and such a wonderful place to enjoy the beauty of nature. Thank you to all the park rangers here and elsewhere for the work that you do!
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