United States Park Ranger Lodge

RM-9 August 2008 Version

feeds@yuku.com (rangerfop webmaster) — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 18:52:15 GMT

If your interested in reviewing RM-9, you can go to inside NPS from a govt. computer and do a search for RM-9. That will provide a link to the August 2008 draft.

Duane

Jean Lafitte

feeds@yuku.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 18:37:39 GMT

How 'bout it?

Rumor Mill

feeds@yuku.com (MEDIC357) — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:53:34 GMT

This is no way meant to spark whining or complaining. Rather to see what US Park Rangers have heard or know about different things. These are things I have heard (over the last 10 years) were changing or coming forth but that is all I have heard

1. IMARS???
2. RM 9 update?
3. No Net Loss???
4. change of the LE Uniform
5. redesign of the LE vehicle
6. change in LE authority...broaden beyond park lands...like other Federal agencies

Duane, if...

Unpaid lunch break

feeds@yuku.com (Rizzo) — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 18:53:07 GMT

I tried a search of your forum, but I couldn't get any matches. I just transferred to a park where I work 10.5 hour shifts, but I only get paid for 10 hours. I don't want to make trouble at a new job... but I think this is a bunch of baloney. I worked 10 hours and got paid for 10 hours at my last park. I'm pretty sure police officers nation wide are getting paid for their lunch breaks. What should I do? Do the rest of you work an unpaid half hour? Do you call out of service...

Recognize this person?

feeds@yuku.com (MEDIC357) — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 07:51:22 GMT

http://www.thepolicedaily.com/images/snake.jpg

Best and Worst field training parks

feeds@yuku.com (NEPR) — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 20:01:13 GMT

I'm looking for a little help here as I will be attending Field Training in the near future. Any info would be very helpful.

I think it could spark some good conversation on the current state of the field training program as well.

Be Safe.

Ways to appeal an Annual Leave denial?

feeds@yuku.com (Scott Fiey) — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 14:56:38 GMT

So I recently had a weekend of Annual Leave denied and I was wondering what is the proper course of action to appeal the decision. My issue is that our S.O.P. states that a certain number of Rangers need to be on duty for minimum staffing levels and with me on leave, we would still have that number of rangers on duty. So i'm not seeing a justifiable reason to deny my leave. Any help is greatly appreciated. Scott

Border patrol agent held at gunpoint

feeds@yuku.com (uwannahavefun2) — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 14:45:13 GMT

Any of our brothers and sisters in the border parks care to comment? Has the lodge contacted any management officials in these parks to ensure the safety of our staff (not only LE!)?

In-Car Camera Systems

feeds@yuku.com (MEDIC357) — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 19:45:23 GMT

Anyone have any suggestions for a good system?

lodge endorsement

feeds@yuku.com (rangerfop webmaster) — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:46:04 GMT

see the lodge's home page for voting instructions. Duane

MSNBC - Guns in Parks

feeds@yuku.com (rangerfop webmaster) — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 04:18:00 GMT

The lodge was interviewed regarding our position on this proposal. As you can see we weren't even mentioned by the author.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/25630796/

patrol rigs can swim

feeds@yuku.com (Sunshine) — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 13:52:53 GMT

This has been circulating around for quite some time. Will someone who knows please, without using people's names, tell the story behind this.

http://photobucket.com/player.swf?file=http://vid89.photobucket.com/albums/k240/youwantedtoseeit/SandyHooksFINEST.flv&fs=1&os=1&ap=1

Wondering about the career path of a chief ranger...

feeds@yuku.com (raangerontheroadagain) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:50:24 GMT

I'm an aspiring park service LEO and I'm interested in someday becoming a chief ranger at a national park but it's hard to find information on this career path. Maybe you guys can help me to answer some questions I have...

Which GS level does a chief ranger usually hold? What is the average salary of a chief ranger? What about a park superintendent?

How does a park ranger's career path generally progress towards becoming a chief ranger? Which supervisory...

Vehicles

feeds@yuku.com (Probug) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:47:28 GMT

So for those of us out there that work the road and drive a sedan, whats the better vehicle a crown vic or charger? I understand that the charger is a little smaller and if you want trunk space you gotta get ride of the spare tire. RM 9 says that LE vehicles must be full size and have a V8, however GSA has the charger listed as midsize. Under GSA pricing the charger is cheaper and gets better MPG. Does anybody drive a charger out there in the NPS? Any info would be great.

Fire Season Poll

feeds@yuku.com (rangerfop webmaster) — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 18:12:42 GMT

With fire season in full swing, we pose this question.

July Podcast posted

feeds@yuku.com (rangerfop webmaster) — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 15:53:56 GMT

Sorry it was so long between podcasts. It was a busy end of school year with graduations and the like. The podcast is located on the main lodge website.

Stay safe.
Duane

Gun Comment Period Extended to Aug. 8th, 2008

feeds@yuku.com (rangerfop webmaster) — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 09:51:55 GMT

Below is today's Federal Register notice announcing that the comment period has been reopened and will close August 8, 2008. NPCA will be working on a press release today and reactivating our NPCA comment site. Here is a direct link to the regulations.gov page where individuals can comment:

Customs and Border Protection Get Retirement Benefits

feeds@yuku.com (rangerfop webmaster) — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 10:17:23 GMT

A measure that took effect on Sunday will grant more than 18,000 Customs and Border Protection officers enhanced retirement benefits.
The provision,

Sex acts on Provincetown beaches prompt outrage

feeds@yuku.com (MEDIC357) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 19:47:50 GMT

Obviously citations are not working.....people aren't paying, there is no criminal record and no warrants being issued. People have nothing to fear except a Ranger catching them. Maybe we need to start arresting them.....I am sure this won't happen.

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Sex acts on Provincetown beaches prompt outrage

By Katy Jordan
Monday, July 7, 2008 -

Best park to work in NorthWest?

feeds@yuku.com (stourbridge) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 05:40:39 GMT