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Jim Burnett spent 30 years as a national park service ranger at 8 parks all across the U.S. before retiring and beginning a second "dream career" as a writer.

His first book, Hey Ranger! True Tales of Humor and Misadventure from America's National Parks recounts some of the best of the humorous and bizarre experiences he had during his ranger career.

The book takes a family-friendly look...

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Park Ranger Books: Almost everyone who enjoys the out-of-doors has probably wished at one time or another that he or she could be a park ranger. It is a great career, but...; Updated 143 days ago | humor books › books about national parks
Hey Ranger! True Tales of Humor and Misadventure from America's National Parks: Either you, or someone you know, has probably experienced a weekend trip or a longer vacation when things just didn't turn out quite the way you planned. If...; Updated 143 days ago | humor › accidents in national parks
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Jim Burnett: Hi! Welcome to the lens for Jim Burnett, a writer and outdoor photographer who is among those fortunate enough to have enjoyed not just one, but two dream careers...; Updated 143 days ago | adventure

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Bear Attacks! Tips to Help You Avoid or Survive One: Some of the best spots in North America for outdoor recreation are also home to bears, and the chance to safely see a bear in the wild can be an incredible experience. These...
National Parks and Monuments: Visits to national parks were up substantially in 2009, and the Ken Burn's series on PBS has helped to generate a lot of interest in our national parks as well.This...
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