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U.S. Forest Service

As part of its responsible business plan, Citizen Verizon, Verizon partnered with the National Forest Foundation to thank individuals who have dedicated their professional careers to protecting America’s National Forests—the U.S. Forest Service personnel.

As the effects of climate change exacerbate wildfires and the impacts of COVID-19 spur an unprecedented increase in visitations, Forest Service staff continue to selflessly work and often put their lives in danger to ensure these public lands thrive now and for many generations to come.

In addition to sharing messages of support, encouragement, and thanks from Verizon’s employees, Verizon’s generous grant will plant 100,000 trees on National Forest lands. These native trees will help provide fresh air, clean water, and remove carbon from the environment.

As part of its responsible business plan, Citizen Verizon, Verizon partnered with the National Forest Foundation to thank individuals who have dedicated their professional careers to protecting America’s National Forests—the U.S. Forest Service personnel.

As the effects of climate change exacerbate wildfires and the impacts of COVID-19 spur an unprecedented increase in visitations, Forest Service staff continue to selflessly work and often put their lives in danger to ensure these public lands thrive now and for many generations to come.

In addition to sharing messages of support, encouragement, and thanks from Verizon’s employees, Verizon’s generous grant will plant 100,000 trees on National Forest lands. These native trees will help provide fresh air, clean water, and remove carbon from the environment.

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We invite you to share these messages of thanks from Verizon employees with your fellow wildland firefighters or any associations, clubs, groups, or teams who you believe would appreciate seeing them.

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Hello there. Thank you for your efforts to keep the forests thriving. It is a time-consuming effort, but so very important. Please keep up the great work, and spread the word, so that others can help the cause. Thank you!!

Andrea Alderson, 07821, New Jersey
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Thank you for your dedication to preserving our nation's forests and natural resources. Your hard work, resilience, and commitment are invaluable in maintaining the beauty and health of our environment. keep up the incredible work! Your efforts make a lasting impact on future generations and are truly appreciated.

Joseph Kim, California
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Hello, Thank you for all that you do. Family vacation is always surrounded around getting outside and enjoying nature. The work that you do makes it possible to enjoy those environments and keep them preserved for many years to come. I appreciate and feel confident that because of you future generations will be able to enjoy our National Forests.

Anonymous, Irvine, California
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Anonymous, Basking Ridge, New Jersey
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The Tahoe National Forest is a world treasure. I have the fortune to live near the area and go there to find peace and serenity.

I appreciate all of the hard work it takes to keep it in natural state. With the millions of visitors who have now discovered it's beauty must make it a challenge.

Thank you for all of your efforts.

Page Phelan, Arbuckle, California
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Please accept our deepest gratitude and admiration for your unwavering commitment to protecting our nation’s invaluable forests. Day in and day out, you confront danger head-on, working tirelessly to safeguard lives, property, and our precious ecosystems. Thank you for your service.

Anonymous, Tulsa, Oklahoma
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I feel gratitude every day when I look out my window. Seeing the beautiful trees and grasses fills me with peace! I constantly reflect on how lucky I am to live near nature. I do my part in keeping it clean and using environmentally friendly products as often as I can!

Anonymous, Irvine, California
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Thank you for making it possible to continue to love walking in the park and taking a trail in the woods. You do that by taking care of the great outdoors. Thank you for you education, effort and time. You know what each plant and tree needs to flourish and take care of them well.

Anonymous, Columbus, Ohio
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The National Forest Foundation partners with the U.S. Forest Service to plant native species for habitat restoration and in areas impacted by wildfire, insects and disease outbreaks and other natural disturbances.

Stand tall like a tree and blossom like the most beautiful flower that you have ever seen because that is who you are. A beacon of hope growing a healthy environment one flower and tree at a time.

Anonymous, Columbus, Ohio
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A big thank you for preserving the forests and all that live in its ecosystem. With the recent natural disasters: hurricanes and wildfires, you helping to take care of what is currently growing helps the environment and everybody in so many ways. The trees and plants act as a filter for clean air, it helps to create a home for the wildlife.

Anonymous, Columbus, Ohio
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Thank you for all that you do to keep the forest growing and safe.

Anonymous, Columbus, Ohio
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South Carolina is filled with numerus forests and parks. I enjoy walking in nature to meditate and find peace with the universe. Now more than ever I cherish my connection to nature and physical touch since so much time is spent in the virtual world now. We must continue to preserve and respect Mother Nature before its too late...

Anonymous, Columbia, South Carolina
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Thank you for working with the National Forest Foundation. You are very important part in everyone's ability to enjoy the outdoors. Taking care of the trees, plants and flowers which also helps the wildlife continue to thrive is not a small task. You have to love what you do to keep the plants and flowers alive. Thank you.

Anonymous, Columbus, Ohio
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Thank you for taking care of our environment. Because of you we are able to experience and enjoy the outdoors. By you nurturing and maintaining the outdoor ecosystem; you make it possible to enjoy fresh air, relax and also exercise outside. With global warming and wanting to reduce the carbon footprint; you are appreciated for all that you do.

Anonymous, Columbus, Ohio
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Thank you so much for all you do. Your hard work and dedication protect our lands as well as letting us enjoy them safely. Your selfless efforts are truly appreciated!

SHARON DOUCETT, New York
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Great afternoon to the US Forest Service1 Hard to believe how far into the year we are already! Thank you for all your hard work that allowed us to enjoy the summer exploring!

SHARON DOUCETT, New York
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I want to express my deepest gratitude for the outstanding work you do with for our forest and conserving our wildlife all while protecting the environment as well. I appreciate all that you do especially when I hike. Without you who knows what would happen to our forest and parks.

Anonymous, New Jersey
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It has been very rainy in NJ but I took the time to spend some time walking outside to look at the beautiful trees and how the leaves are starting to change. I appreciate the age of the trees in our neighborhood and what I am planning on adding a new tree by my house so one day it can be as big as the beautiful trees around us. Thank you so much!

Anonymous, Manalapan, New Jersey
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Dear Forest Service Team,

Thank you for your dedication and continuous commitment towards forest management. Your practices help our forests remain vibrant and healthy for use today and many generations to come.

Your efforts are greatly appreciated!

A Hobbs, Queens Village, New York
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Dear Forest Service,

I'm so grateful for your work that you do to preserve the natural beauty for the forests. A huge thanks to you! Your dedication makes a big difference.

Many Thanks, A. Hobbs

A Hobbs, Queens Village, New York
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A single tree planted on a National Forest can store a half ton of carbon dioxide over its lifetime, helping mitigate climate change.

Dear Forest Service Team,

Thank you for your continued commitment to forest management. Your planning and conservation practices help our forests remain vibrant.

Your efforts are truly appreciated!

A Hobbs, Queens Village, New York
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Dear Forest Service Team,

I want to extend my gratitude for your effort in protecting our wildlife habitats. Thank you for all that you do!

A Hobbs, Queens Village, New York
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To the Forest Services Team,

Your dedication to forest conservation is inspiring. Thank you for all that you do to keep our natural spaces thriving.

Kind regards,

Anonymous, Bronx, New York
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To the Forest Services Team,

I am thankful for your commitment to maintaining our forests. Your work is essenitials for biodiversity and our planet's heath. Please continue your dediciation.

Anonymous, Bronx, New York
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Dear Forest Service,

Thank you for your dedication to reforestation. Your hard work in planting trees and restoring ecosystems makes for a huge impact on our environment and future generations.

Many Thanks, A. Hobbs

A Hobbs, Queens Village, New York
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