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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 7d

And, if you are a furloughed ranger or federal worker, we've put together some resources for you here: docs.google.com/document/d/e... Many of us have worked a shut down before, and we know first hand the damage it can cause. Again: stay out of parks during shutdowns, please.

A stylized image of a ranger waving a pirate flag (the skeleton is also wearing a park ranger flat hat) in front of a mountainous and forested landscape. The message reads: "worth fighting for" and "stop rangers from being fired"

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 7d

Every #ShutDown is a chance to gut NPS staffing and privatize public lands. Lay-offs are still in the works. Call Congress and demand they not go through a Reduction in Force on the Dept of Interior or Park Service! We're partnering with @5calls.org to #RehireRangers: 5calls.org/issue/public...

Text reads: the administration has threatened to fire government staff (including rangers!) during a shut down. We cannot let this happen! On a dramatic image backdrop.

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 7d

On the plus side - this is a great chance to visit your local state and county parks!

A National Park Sign with the words "Sorry! We're closed!"

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 7d

So, if you have plans to visit a National Park site during the #shutdown, even if they say it's open still- please, don't. The best thing you can do for parks right now is to stay away. Many of us have worked a shutdown before, and we know first hand the damage it causes. #ProtectOurParks

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 7d

Less rangers on duty leads to vandalism of iconic symbols, destruction of wildlife habitat, & dangerous situations for visitors. This is why parks need rangers: to protect these incredible places, histories, and resources. Without rangers, parks suffer. #RehireRangers

Former national park superintendents urge Trump administration to close parks in case of shutdown

A group of former national park superintendents is calling on the Trump administration to close the parks to visitors in case of a government shutdown.

apnews.com

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 7d

With a government shutdown ahead, and very little information beyond partisan finger pointing, we're not sure what happens tomorrow or how long it will last. In past shutdowns where parks have been kept open, there have been less rangers around to protect the resources (and stock tp in bathrooms).

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 8d

The NPS lost about a 1/4 of its permanent staff to mass firings, buyouts, early retirements, and resignations so far this year. This is the official resistance account: we preserve & protect public lands; we are America’s history keepers & storytellers. Join us on this uphill trail. #protectourparks

In this picture, a pile of national park service badges, all cut off of grey park ranger uniform shirts.

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 8d

Ready to use your voice? Let us know by filling out the form at the link in our bio. Let's honor your contributions and get the truth out.
Together.

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 8d

September 30th marks the end of an era as our Deferred Resignation Program colleagues officially separate from the National Park Service.

to those who faced this difficult choice under pressure: you deserved so much better

THANK YOU

For your service.

Your dedication.

Your incredible work protecting our public lands and serving the American people.

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 8d

Calling all departing rangers- ready to share your story?

This administration claims our parks are "fine."

You have the power to shatter that myth.

What essential work did you do that isn’t being continued?

What public services, partnerships, or stewardship efforts will fall away because your position isn’t being filled?

Link in our bio to share your story

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 8d

Ready to use your voice? We'll work with you: anonymously, in writing, video, or conversation. Whatever feels right for you.

forms.gle/3gdxRdzndr5C...

Departing NPS Employees: Share Your Story

On September 30th, those of you who took the Deferred Resignation Program (DRP) will officially be severed from the National Park Service. For many of you, it was a coerced decision, made in a time of...

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 8d

What essential work did you do that isn’t being continued? What public services, partnerships, or stewardship efforts will fall away because your position isn’t being filled?

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 8d

📢 Departing rangers just get LOUDER. 📢
We're looking for recently separated employees—including those who took VERA or retired—who want to speak out about their experiences and help the public understand what's really at stake.

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 8d

You know the work we do, how important it is, and what happens when no one is there to do it. This administration is trying to pretend that our parks are fine. We need to shatter that myth, but freedom of speech is no longer guaranteed to federal workers.

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 8d

🗣️Your time as federal employees may have ended, but we still need YOU.

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 8d

🙏 Thank you. For your service. Your dedication. Your incredible work protecting our public lands and serving the American people.

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 8d

September 30th marks the end of an era as our Deferred Resignation Program (DRP) colleagues officially separate from the National Park Service. To those who faced this difficult choice under pressure: you deserved so much better.

forms.gle/3gdxRdzndr5C...

Departing NPS Employees: Share Your Story

On September 30th, those of you who took the Deferred Resignation Program (DRP) will officially be severed from the National Park Service. For many of you, it was a coerced decision, made in a time of...

forms.gle

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 11d

Sorry for the jump scare. we’re just really excited to
partner with 5 calls. Here’s the plan: Check out 5calls.org for more info. Then...

Here’s your script! bit.ly/42hCtke when we’re in uniform,
they try to stop us from telling the truth. it sucks. But today.... with your help...we make sure they know how much we care

help us make a difference! call your reps. demand that they work to stop the firings and start hiring park rangers.

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 11d

Today, we should be celebrating the incredible volunteer work that continues at parks across the nation.

And we will! Right after we work to ensure parks are here for future generations.

Do you have.... 5 minutes?

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 11d

Demand that they support legislation to end the hiring freeze, and that they stand up for the people who protect your public lands: Here’s your script!
bit.ly/42hCtke

Protect Public Lands, End the Park Ranger Shortage ⭑ 5 Calls

The Trump administration has created a massive public lands staffing crisis. The National Park Service has already lost a quarter of its park rangers, …

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 11d

We are proud to partner with our pals at Five Calls and have a call to action: call your congressional representative and demand that they support the “Saving the Department of the Interior’s Workforce Act”.

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 11d

The NPS' mission statement is to protect parks NOW and for FUTURE generations. We spent the summer working overtime to make sure the now was taken care of. But... "the future generations" part is where we need help.

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 11d

Park rangers shouldn't be used as political pawns—we're the backbone of our public lands, emergency response, and environmental stewardship. Removing park rangers and land protections impacts Americans’ rights to access their public lands.

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 11d

You may not have noticed many impacts as you’ve visited parks - a coordinated effort they've made to create a mirage, an idea that everything is fine. We're here to tell you, it's not.

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Resistance Rangers @resistancerangers.bsky.social · 11d

We've already lost 24% of NPS staff, and the Trump administration is planning to fire MORE rangers.

This is part of their plan to make parks “fail” - not because they hate nature and history (....we think?), but because they want to take away OUR public lands for THEIR private benefit.

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