PROTECTION WITH

A PURPOSE

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Introducing…

The BuzzAway Band

Our DEET-free mosquito repellent bracelets use natural essential oils to help keep bugs away — no sprays, no mess, just simple, effective defense for the whole family.

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  • Our mosquito repellent bracelets are made with natural essential oils —offering safe, effective protection without harsh chemicals. Perfect for kids, adults, and outdoor adventures.

    Citronella Oil 5%

    Peppermint Oil 5%

  • Due to the essential oil infusion, these bracelets release a scent that masks the human odors mosquitoes are drawn to. This creates a protective barrier that helps keep mosquitoes away without sprays or chemicals.

  • These bracelets can be worn around your wrist or ankle and come individually wrapped in resealable bags for extended use. We recommend re-upping after 4 hours

OUR MISSION

In 2024, the National Park Service saw a budget cut of over $100 million compared to the previous year. Since January 2025, it has experienced deep personnel and policy cuts, losing nearly 25% of its permanent workforce.

With this threat to park operations, staffing, and trail maintenance, it’s more important than ever to protect the wild spaces that inspire us. WildSprout is committed to donating 10% of proceeds to conservation efforts

2024 — Baseline

Record visitation, shrinking resources

NPS receives ~$3.3B. 26 parks set attendance records with 331M total visits. Staffing already down 13% from 2011.

Funding: $3.3B

January 2025

DOGE triggers mass exodus

NPS loses ~2,400 workers overnight via "Fork in the Road" email. FY2025 budget drops to $3.1B — a 6% cut from 2024.

−2,400 staff overnight

Throughout 2025

Parks feel it on the ground

4,000+ staff gone — 25% of the workforce. Ranger programs cut, Yosemite fees uncollected, wildfire damage unrepaired.

−25% of workforce

May 2025

Largest proposed cut in NPS history

$1B+ in cuts proposed including a $900M (31%) reduction to operations. Some parks proposed for state handover.

Proposed: −31%

July–Aug 2025

Congress pushes back

House cuts $176M (6%) from operations. Senate proposes flat funding and rehiring provisions with congressional oversight.

House −6% / Senate flat

January 2026

Bipartisan budget passed

Congress approves $3.267B — rejecting the $1B+ cut. Bill includes rehiring provisions and oversight requirements.

Final: $3.267B

April 2026

FY2027 cuts proposed again

Construction budget slashed 72% to under $50M. $10B redirected to D.C. beautification. Congressional hearings underway.

Construction: −72%