Yosemite National Park Announces Gary Dunworth as the 2025 Barry Hance Award Winner

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Yosemite National Park officials just announced the 2025 Barry Hance Award recipient, named in honor of park employee Barry Hance who tragically lost his life in an avalanche on Tioga Road in 1995. The award recognizes an employee who exemplifies Barry’s legacy of dedication to the park, care for fellow employees, a positive attitude, a willingness to help others, and a true team spirit.

During a ceremony in Yosemite Valley on Tuesday, Sept. 1, Yosemite National Park Superintendent Ray McPadden announced that Gary Dunworth, maintenance worker supervisor, was this year’s recipient of the Barry Hance Award, the highest annual award presented to a Yosemite National Park employee.

“Gary embodies every ounce of what this award recognizes and is a radiating example of how a positive attitude and dedication to the mission can have a pivotal impact on visitors and employees alike,” McPadden said.

The celebration also highlighted the One Park spirit, featuring our annual all-employee photo, Ripple of Gratitude peer recognition, and a taco social served by the Yosemite Leadership Team.

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