Senator Justice's dog Babydog sworn in as park ranger

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 04:32 · Archive

Babydog, the English bulldog of US Senator Jim Justice, was officially sworn in as a B.A.R.K. Ranger at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in West Virginia.

Babydog, the English bulldog belonging to US Senator Jim Justice, was officially sworn in as a B.A.R.K. Ranger at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in West Virginia during a visit by the senator. The B.A.R.K. Ranger program is a National Park Service initiative that teaches dog owners how to safely explore and protect national parks with their pets whilst learning to protect park resources and ensure the safety of other visitors.

During the ceremony, Justice spoke about the importance of West Virginia's parks in showcasing the state's natural beauty. He said Babydog 'brings a lot, to lots and lots of places, and she loves everybody', and suggested that if people could smile and love one another more, 'it would be a heck of a lot better place'. Justice also used the occasion to highlight the Hearts of Gold Playground legislation, which recently passed the Senate and would rename the park's playground in honour of West Virginia children and families affected by childhood cancer.

Dog owners hoping to earn the same title for their pets can participate in the B.A.R.K. Ranger program at New River Gorge National Park. According to the National Park Service, visitors can stop by any park visitor centre and ask to participate, after which a park ranger will review the program's guidelines and help owners take the B.A.R.K. Ranger pledge.

How it is being reported

• Babydog becomes official B.A.R.K. Ranger at New River Gorge National ParkFAYETTE COUNTY, W.Va. (WOWK) — West Virginia's most famous four-legged friend has a new title. Babydog, the English bulldog belonging to U.S. Sen. Jim Justice, is now an official B.A.R.K. Ranger at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. The B.A.R.K. Ranger program is part of a National Park Service initiative that teaches dog owners [...]Wowktv · 22 Oct, 04:10
• Senator Jim Justice visits New River Gorge for Babydog’s bark ranger ceremonySen. Jim Justice made a special appearance at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve to highlight new legislation and attend a ceremony for his dog, Babydog.WVVA · 21 Oct, 23:47

In this story: Jim Justice · Babydog · New River Gorge National Park and Preserve · West Virginia · National Park Service

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