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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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I want to thank you all for your unwavering dedication, and commitment to service the citizens adn visitors of the U.S. Forrest Service.

Anonymous, Marietta, Georgia
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Thank you all so much for all you do. I love hiking and the outdoors and understand without all you do every day, we would be very limited in the beauty we can take in and education we can get from being outdoors. Being able to see nature's beauty and wildlife and to learn from that and share that with others is a gift worth the upkeep. Thank you.

Joshua Waddell, Morristown, Tennessee
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Dear NFF, I would like to start by saying how much I appreciate the work you do and will continue doing.The work you are doing is very important to every single person habitant of this earth and it shouldnt be underestimated. You definitley have shoes no one can fill. I hope your success continues to flourish, continue being great!

Alondra Privado, Clarksville, Tennessee
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To all my fellow treehuggers, I appreciate everything you do to keep our forest, trees, and parks in top shape. I am sure there is way more than what the average citizen will ever known about. I grew up just outside a national forest, and appreciated being able to visit the beauty of the park. Your work is being noticed Joanie :-)

Anonymous, Newark, Ohio
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Thank you very much for all your work and dedication to the economy, eco system, I appreciate you for what you do going out of your way putting yourself in danger and doing one of the most selfless jobs out there, I know it comes with the benefit of seeing how beautiful mother nature truly is, and at the impacts we have on it are sad too.

Roberto Pardo, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Dear Forest Service Personnel, Thank you for your hard work and dedication. Your love and committee to the preservation of our beautiful planet is undervalued and under appreciated. Without your and the work that you put forth everyday day the world would be lost.

Anonymous, HOUSTON, Texas
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Dear Heroes,

I would like to take this time to thank each and every one of you for your service. Protecting what I consider National Treasures, I know the work is not easy and maybe sometimes not fun. I live in Florida and have visited Ocala National Forest, and I absolutely love it ! Thank you again for your service and God Bless each of you !

Craig Lugay, Orlando, Florida
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I would like to thank you for protecting our Natural Forests and Grasslands. I know it takes a lot more work and efforts to provide the protection than we even realize, but I just wanted to share my gratitude. Your hard work does not go unnoticed. We appreciate all of your hard work.

Jaycee Walsh, Conway, Arkansas
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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.

i would like to start off by saying thank you to all of you that assist with keeping our forests alive and continue to provide us with some fresh air to breath.

Anonymous, New Carlisle, Ohio
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Hello my name is Delesia, and I am a Verizon Wireless employee. I am thankful to be apart of such a great company. But I want to thank the National Forest Foundation for their hard work and dedication. All of their daily efforts and hard work is what keep NFF thriving daily.

Delesia Taylor, Conway, Arkansas
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THANKS SO MUCH FOR KEEPING OUR FORESTS SAFE., AND LOOKING AFTER THEM LIKE THEY WERE YOUR OWN BACKYARDS. THANKS FOR RE-STOCKING THE RIVERS AND LAKES AND PLANTING THGE TREES. THANKS FOR ALL YOU DO!

Anonymous, wilmington, Delaware
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There are National Forests and wooded areas near me that are amazing! There are many people that are able to enjoy these spaces daily. I know that these National Forests make a positive impact in their lives as it does in mine and to all the animals that live in them as well. We need to advocate for keeping and improving our National Forests

Anonymous, bergenfield, New Jersey
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Thank you to all of the US Forest Service employees, first responders, and volunteers that saved our vacation home in the summer of 2022 in Angel Fire, NM. We learned a great deal that summer in how homes are saved during massive forest fires. We enjoyed the 2x a day updates on Facebook and the extensive weather reports. It was a great education.

Anonymous, Grapevine, Texas
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Thank you for going to work each day to protect our forests. In turn, protecting so much more then just to forest itself. Huge thank you for everything you do!

Daniel White, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Thank you for all you do to protecting America’s National Forests. We are a family that is involved with our local fire department and understand all the importance that our National Forests bring to us. With all your efforts we get to enjoy our picnic, hikes and enjoy our great environments. Thank you!

Cathy Schneider, Oradell, New Jersey
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Thank you, for making our world a safer place to be.

Anonymous, Bay Shore, New York
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Thank you for all you do! Preserving and keeping our nation beautiful and safe is much appreciated. Thank you!

Adam Kennedy, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
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Thank you so much for all of the work you do. Ever since I was a child spending time in the Adirondack Mountains I have loved being outdoors. The preservation of these lands for future generations is such a noble pursuit and I am extremely grateful for all you do!

Brian Nertney, Cortlandt Manor, New York
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Thank you for taking care of our forests. They are a national treasure.

Anonymous, Columbus, Ohio
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Thank you for taking care of our forests. They are a national treasure.

Anonymous, Columbus, Ohio
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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.

Dear U.S. Forest Service, I want to express my deep gratitude for all the hard work you do to protect and preserve our nation's forests. Your dedication and commitment to this important mission are truly inspiring. Please know that your efforts are appreciated more than you can imagine. Keep up the great work, and thank you for all that you do.

Anonymous, North Brunswick, New Jersey
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Thank you to all U.S. Forest Service Employees for protecting our national forest and grasslands. I love taking hikes in the woods and that would not be possible without all your efforts.

Griselda Magana, shorewood, Illinois
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Good Afternoon, I just wanted to take a minute to say THANK YOU to all of you on the NFF team for all you do to conserve and promote our national forests. I truly believe that you are our true life super hero's, as the lands you choose to preserve and protect are America's Treasures! THANK YOU!

Keep up the great work! Sincerely, Kerry Luby

Kerry Luby, Millbury, Massachusetts
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Thank you all for your selfless sacrifice of service to our society and our great nation! Caring for our environment is among the highest responsibilities we have and the work you do daily helps us all battle climate change while also enriching our lives. Please accept my humble gratitude and heartfelt thanks for your efforts. Be well!

Anonymous, New York
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Good morning, dear Forest Service Staff, I hope you are all having a pleasant day. Thank you for your service and dedication at work. Keeping our forests and woods safe and healthy for the creatures that live amongst them is a great achievement. The public also needs them for places to unwind and relax. Sincerely, Cynthia

Anonymous, CHINO VALLEY, Arizona
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