Pine conesDrawing of sequoia grovephoto of cover of the bookText Box: Hey Ranger! True Tales of Humor and Misadventure from America’s National Parks Ranger stetsonText Box: “While there are plenty of books that detail the fine line between life and death in the parks, Burnett shares a glimpse of a side of life in our national parks that draws a chuckle, not a grimace.” Kurt Repanshek, National Parks Traveler. “Hey Ranger! …is a delightful book that everyone will thoroughly enjoy …when you want to just curl up with a good book and laugh until your sides hurt, read this one. You won’t be disappointed.” Rick Brockway, The Daily Star (Oneonta, NY). “Retired park ranger Jim Burnett uses his first-hand knowledge of national parks to tell humorous and anecdotal stories of outdoor misadventures. ...The book will certainly appeal to readers looking for funny adventures.” Ranger – The Journal of the Association of National Park Rangers. “I had a permanent smile on my face as I read Hey Ranger!... It was just a fun book to read. The book will give you insight into the sometimes crazy world of Park Service law enforcement, and if nothing else, the book will leave you with a smile.” Jeremy Sullivan, Park Remark. Text Box: “Hey Ranger! includes funny, behind-the scenes glimpses into the real life of a national park ranger. [It] tells stories of everyday Americans experiencing bizarre, unforgettable mishaps in national parks…” Arrowhead (The Newsletter of the Employees and Alumni Association of the National Park Service) “Jim Burnett …has authored [a] delightful book… Focusing on the lighter side of outdoor adventures, Burnett talks to every camper; readers may even find themselves on the pages.” Trailer Life & MotorHome eNews “Jim Burnett has a lot of great stories to tell about ‘misadventure’ in our national parks. In addition to humorous stories of smart people doing dumb things, Burnett has a lot of good advice in ‘Hey Ranger.’” Joan Hallmark, KLTV-7, Tyler Texas. Text Box: “It’s funny and informative... Burnett has the touch when it comes to writing [about] the foibles of park-visiting people.” This Week in Outdoors with Dave Richey. “Yep, this is how it really is to be a National Park ranger-lots of variety, sometimes problems and mishaps. But even the problems make for good stories. Hey, Ranger! is fun. I couldn’t put it down until I’d read it all.” Ken Smith, author of The Buffalo River Country, Buffalo River Handbook and former National Park Service employee. “Hey Ranger! is a collection of short tales from Jim Burnett’s three decades as a national park ranger, and Burnett skillfully converts his dry wit into many a good laugh.” Jennifer Stone, Athens Daily Review. “The incidents in this book are guaranteed to produce chuckles—and downright belly-laughs! You’ll smile with wry humor as you remember finding yourself or others in similar situations.” Dr. Richard Bury, formerly Professor of Recreation and Parks, Texas A&M University. Text Box: “Burnett...recounted the stories [from his career as a park ranger] in his very funny book, Hey Ranger! True Tales of Humor & Misadventure from America’s National Parks. I’ve nearly split my sides laughing at the encounters…” L.M. Sixel, Houston Chronicle “Hey Ranger! is a collection of great stories that only a Ranger could have experienced. After 30 years in the field, I have a feeling there are many more, but Jim has selected the best of the best for all to enjoy.” Ron Epstein, Associate Publisher, Good Sam Club. “The contents of Hey Ranger! struck a familiar chord with this old 24/7 ranger. ‘Ranger Stories’ have been told and re-told within the Service for years. Now the general public has the opportunity to hear some of them, too.” Russ Dickenson, former Director, National Park Service. “During a 30-year career with the National Park Service, Jim Burnett witnessed the public at its best and also at its dumbest. Luckily, he took notes. Burnett’s wry observations of an urban public loose in the wilderness are both humorous and educational.” Ray Sasser, Dallas Morning News.

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