Ranger Daniel Tenney at Crowders Mountain State Park received the Governor's Award for Excellence in the Outstanding Government Service category for his work as a park ranger and his volunteer duties as firearms instructor for the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation.
A burn ban is in effect across the entire state until further notice.
Open fires, including campfires, are prohibited at all state parks during a burn ban. Read our blog for more information on the statewide burn ban and fire safety tips for camping at all state parks.