Support for Furloughed Park Rangers in! Utah Community
A community in Utah is showing support for furloughed park rangers during the federal government shutdown.
The level of gratitude, the way that filled the room, was almost a spiritual experience to me.
Over 100 park rangers and community members gathered for a warm pasta dinner in Springdale, with many sharing hugs and emotional moments.
Utah has dedicated funds to keep national park visitor centers open, and the surrounding community is rallying behind the furloughed park rangers.
- Visitors to Zion National Park can still access the visitor center.
- The community dinner was an opportunity for furloughed park rangers to reconnect with colleagues.
Natalie Britt, CEO of Zion Forever Project, described the evening as emotional, with many showing gratitude for the support.
Author's summary: Utah community supports furloughed park rangers with dinner and funding.