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2020 Assateague Island National Seashore Superintendent’s Award

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Ranger Logan Tucker and Ranger Kelly Taylor, Assateague Island National Seashore’s 2020 Superintendent’s Award Recipients.

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News Release Date: January 22, 2021
Contact: Liz Davis, 410-629-6087

Berlin, MD - Congratulations to the 2020 Assateague Island National Seashore Superintendent’s Award recipients Kelly Taylor and Logan Tucker.  2020 was a year full of unique challenges and this year’s Superintendent’s Award was given to two employees who have provided outstanding support to park visitors, park staff and the National Park Service. “Through a year which included an extended shutdown due to COVID-19, budget uncertainties, our inability to hire a full complement of seasonal staff, a phased COVID-19 reopening, operating during a pandemic, and record visitation, Kelly and Logan demonstrated outstanding leadership and dedication. Both rangers assisted other park departments accomplish goals, offering solutions to the unique problems of 2020 and going above and beyond,” said Superintendent Hugh Hawthorne. 

Kelly Taylor, Assateague Island National Seashore’s Maryland District Supervisor for Interpretation and Education, was recognized for her outstanding service during the 2020 season. With visitor centers closed, all ranger-led programming cancelled, and staffing levels at a minimum, Kelly and her interpretive staff redirected their work efforts to support the campground and entrance station operations. 

Logan Tucker, a Law Enforcement Ranger in the Maryland District of Assateague Island National Seashore, assumed tasks and responsibilities that supported all other divisions in the park. His high-quality enforcement, public safety and emergency services protected park visitors and island resources during a challenging and difficult season. 

Rangers Taylor and Tucker demonstrated initiative far surpassing their routine duties. Their hard work and innovative solutions to the unique challenges of the 2020 season have made a significant, positive difference at Assateague Island National Seashore.  

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