Thank you
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.

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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Thank you for all you do and the sacrifices you make to fulfill such a vital role in maintaining our forest. I am in awe of all you do and the skills you must possess to do the job.

Anonymous, Fort Worth, Texas

Your dedication and expertise are such a critical component of our natural resources. We are so grateful for your service and contribution to the future of the world. Thank you!

Lew DeAngelis, Branchburg, New Jersey

I am so grateful for the work you do helping keep our world a beautiful and safe place. Thank you for all that you do!

Anonymous, Basking Ridge, New Jersey

Thank you for advocating for or forests, wildlife and parks! I love spending time in parks to decompress and get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The best part of my visits are the various species of trees, plants and wildlife I see in the area. Bonus if I see something more rare like a bobcat or panther.

Anonymous, Tampa, Florida

Thank you to every one of our U.S. Forest Service employees! Your dedication, hard work, and daily efforts in supporting our National Forests is so critically important for our environment and for all of us as humans. From clean drinking water, to healthy plants and animals, I appreciate and applaud you and all that you do!

Melissa Kamermayer, Tampa, Florida

Thank you U.S. Forest Service employees! I'm here to remind you how vitally important your work is in protecting our environment, providing clean drinking water, and providing a beautiful, safe place for us to connect with nature and connect to our authentic selves. I am immensely grateful as are countless others. Thank you!

Melissa Kamermayer, Tampa, Florida

Thank you to every one of the U.S. Forest Service employees. I thank you and appreciate you every time I step foot in a National Forest to connect with nature. 'Into the forest I go to lose my mind and find my soul'. Thank you for all your hard work, dedication and passion in protecting our environment.

Melissa Kamermayer, Tampa, Florida

A big shoutout to the U.S. Forest Service employees! It is with deep gratitude that I thank you for your time, effort, and hard work in maintaining our National Forests, providing us with clean drinking water, and giving us a safe, beautiful place to connect with nature and ourselves. The work you do and the results of it are priceless.

Melissa Kamermayer, Tampa, Florida

The longleaf pine ecosystem is one of the most biologically diverse in North America, with an understory that can hold up to 40 plant species per square yard.

We all have a huge debt of gratitude to our U.S. Forest Service employees. Thank you for choosing to be part of the solution. Thank you for providing keeping our National Forests healthy and accessible. Thank you for CLEAN drinking water! Thank you for the space we can all go to in order to connect with nature and ourselves. It is priceless.

Melissa Kamermayer, Tampa, Florida

Thank you for all U.S. Forest Service employees for all the hard work in maintaining our National Forests. Providing clean drinking water and protecting our environment so that all living things thrive is some of the most important work in which a person can contribute. Thank you for being part of the solution.

Melissa Kamermayer, Tampa, Florida

U.S. Forest Service employees - I wanted to take a moment to say how grateful for the work you chose to perform. What you do is so critically important for the health and well being of our environment and all living things. Forests are my spiritual home. Thank you for everything you do as your work is so vitally important to us all.

Melissa Kamermayer, Tampa, Florida

A salute to the U.S. Forest Service employees! Sending a thank you seems too trivial for the important work you do for our environment and our people. From a healthier environment, to clean drinking water, to providing a space for us to connect to nature and thus ourselves, your time & efforts are critically important and profoundly appreciated.

Melissa Kamermayer, Tampa, Florida

A huge thank you to U.S. Forest Service employees! I am very grateful for your time and effort in protecting our forests and providing us with clean water and a healthy environment. What could be more important?! I've been to many U.S. National Forests & being in nature is like a 2nd home to me. Your time & effort, very well spent.

Melissa Kamermayer, Tampa, Florida

U.S. Forest Service employees -- A mound of gratitude for all that you do! With immense respect & appreciation, I thank you for protecting our forests, keeping it healthy and safe for all living things. I've spent time in Ocala National Forest and being in nature is my most treasured activity. Thank you for maintaining this space for all!

Melissa Kamermayer, Tampa, Florida

I am always impressed with the men and women would work so hard to fight fires in our forests. Knowing that dedicated service people are out there to combat these areas is amazing. You are working hard to keep the environment and animals safe from harm. I appreciate all your hard work. Keep up the great work and thank you for your service. Kelley

Kelley Drinnin, Grand Island, Nebraska

8/25 - It was amazing to experience nature this morning. The morning was cool, birds were chirping, squirrels were out pick up acorns and the wind was slightly blowing. Outdoor life can be so peaceful and relaxing. Our forests are so important to our community and we appreciate the hard work from our Forest personnel each and everyday.

Anonymous, Chino, California

I recently had the opportunity to spend time to reflect on everything you do to support all visitors young and old. You make everyday enjoyable and memorable to all. Keep up what you do for all visitors!

Anonymous, Chino, California

I would like to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering dedication and commitment to protecting and preserving America’s national forests. Thank you for your service and for your tireless efforts to safeguard these vital ecosystems. Your work inspires many, and I am deeply appreciative of everything you do.

Anonymous, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

The forest and the outdoors is a magnificent sight to see and be at. Everyone should experience this!

Anonymous, Rialto, California

We greatly apricate very thing you do for our beautiful forests.

Thank you so very much

Anonymous, Rialto, California

Today, longleaf pine habitat exists on less than 5 percent of its historic range in the U.S. South. Planting longleaf pine on National Forests supports the expansion of this critical native species.

Hi, what a wonderful job your are doing! The United States forest are beautiful because of you!The dedication and time spent, restoring are forests is amazing.The fact they are doing this helps fish and wildlife continue to flourish! I also hope that campers and hikers are doing their part to keep our forests clean!!

Anonymous, Pittsfield, MA 01201-2716, Massachusetts

Thank you for creating and maintaining the excellent forests and outdoor environments. These are the most important parts of the ecosystem that not only provide fresh air and water but also excellent space for happiness/togetherness, peaceful memories and meditation. You are the best and continue to be that way in the coming years. Thanks again.

Anonymous, Boston, Massachusetts

Nature is a gift to given to us by God when we need to slow down and really appreciate where we are. I'm more than appreciative of what the NFF does in order to keep our nature going and thriving. Thank you all so much!

Roy Wright, Georgia

Dear Friends, Thank you for all your hard work and dedication. We recognize how important our forest is to environmental preservation, animals, and life. We appreciate your do-diligence, commitment, and sacrifice. The admiration and appreciation we have for you working with U.S. Forest Service, to keep America beautiful is immeasurable.

Anonymous, Silver Spring, Maryland

Being in and exploring the forests around me has brought so much peace and happiness in my life! Thank you for all the work and advocacy you do to protection our National Forests and Wildlife. Your dedication is very appreciated. Through all the challenges our nature faces, I hope you continue to stay positive on the hard days. Thanks again!

Anonymous, Ohio