2019 Harry Yount National Park Ranger Award

In the tradition of Harry Yount, the National Park Service honors rangers who have the skills to perform a wide scope of ranger duties protecting resources and serving visitors. Congratulations to the 2019 recipient of the Harry Yount National Park Ranger Award!

Duration:

2 minutes, 1 second

Charles Lundin's 20+ years of experience rangering along the Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway is being recognized with a Harry Yount Award. He shares his thoughts and experience of being a ranger along the park's rivers.

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Charles Lundin

Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway, Minnesota & Wisconsin

Few people know the whole 250 miles of the Riverway like Ranger Charles Lundin. For more than 20 years, Ranger Charles Lundin has brought his knowledge of the park resources, focus on safety, dedication to the park, and positive attitude to his job as a visitor and resource protection ranger.

Lundin began his career in the National Park Service at Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway in 1997. He became a permanent law enforcement ranger in the early 2000s. Among his many duties, he has been a fire coordinator, EMS coordinator, instructor, campground host supervisor, and serves on the park’s safety committee. Lundin has also participated in many fire and hurricane details throughout the country.

As a fire coordinator, EMS coordinator, and non-motorized vessel instructor, Lundin has been essential to promoting safety with both safety and visitors. He has trained hundreds or employees, volunteers, and partners in operating non-motorized vessels like canoes and kayaks, as well as ensured that park staff receive the proper fire or EMT training required for their jobs.

Lundin is a great representative of the park and the National Park Service, often taking time to talk to visitors about the resources and recreation in the park, such as hiking, hunting, and fishing, in a way that leaves a lasting positive impression.