{"product_id":"rufus-national-park-guide-puppet-brian-z-original","title":"Rufus – Volunteer National Park Guide | 28\" Hand Puppet | ZimZam Original","description":"\u003csection style=\"text-align: center; padding: 2rem 0; background: #f0f7ee;\" id=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"color: #2d6a2d; font-size: 2.4rem; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e🌲 Meet Rufus (A Brian Zimmerman Original)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.22rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px;\"\u003eDesigned and hand-built by \u003cstrong\u003eBrian \"ZimZamPuppetMan\" Zimmerman\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eRufus\u003c\/strong\u003e is a grizzled, loveable, and magnificently moustached \u003cstrong\u003eone-of-a-kind collector puppet\u003c\/strong\u003e. Thirty-plus years of volunteering at the national park. Still shows up. Still grumpy about it. Still the best guide you'll ever have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.22rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px; margin-top: 1rem;\"\u003eWith his epic \u003cstrong\u003edrooping grey walrus moustache\u003c\/strong\u003e, heavy-lidded world-weary eyes, and full \u003cstrong\u003eboutique-tailored ranger outfit\u003c\/strong\u003e, Rufus doesn't ask if you read the trail map. He already knows you didn't.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.22rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.22rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/7683\/4851\/files\/7464a258-3648-43f6-8212-fae27467fc76.png?v=1778862679\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.22rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 2rem 0;\" id=\"product-details\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2d6a2d; text-align: center; font-size: 2rem; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe Ranger Who Cares (Even If He Won't Admit It) 🌲\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.12rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eRufus is a \u003cstrong\u003evolunteer national park guide\u003c\/strong\u003e - and he wants you to know the difference between \"volunteer\" and \"enthusiastic.\" He shows up. Every single time. In the rain. Through the mud. While you ask him if the waterfall is far away. (It's a ten-minute walk. There are signs.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.12rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.12rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eHis \u003cstrong\u003egrand drooping walrus moustache\u003c\/strong\u003e is the first thing you'll notice -  flowing grey and impossibly expressive, it gives him a thousand faces before he opens his mouth. His deep-set, heavy-lidded eyes carry the quiet dignity of a man who has confiscated seventeen selfie sticks this season alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.12rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.12rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eDressed in a \u003cstrong\u003eboutique-quality ranger outfit\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cem\u003eCat \u0026amp; Bobbin\u003c\/em\u003e (hand-altered by a professional tailor for a perfect fit), Rufus arrives complete with cargo vest, adventure patches, mustard tee, cargo pants, white socks, brown slip-ons, and a miniature backpack. He means business. Trail business.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.12rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.12rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/7683\/4851\/files\/1a6a2f3b-4052-4ef4-b9ab-67b24d5f7019.jpg?v=1778861408\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.12rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.12rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eSmooth, responsive mouth mechanics and durable internal construction make Rufus as performance-ready as he is collectible. He's built to grumble beautifully for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.12rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"background: #f0f7ee; padding: 2rem 0;\" id=\"key-features\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2d6a2d; text-align: center; font-size: 2rem; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhy you'll love Rufus\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; max-width: 820px; margin: 0 auto; font-size: 1.08rem; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌲 \u003cstrong\u003eTrue 1 of 1 Brian Z Original:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once Rufus finds his home, this exact build is retired permanently. There is only one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🥸 \u003cstrong\u003eEpic Walrus Moustache:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowing, textured grey moustache with incredible on-camera movement and expression range - his best feature and he knows it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e😤 \u003cstrong\u003eMasterclass Grumpy Expression:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-lidded eyes with purple lids and sculpted grey brows deliver world-weary comedy gold from every angle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e👕 \u003cstrong\u003eBoutique-Tailored Ranger Outfit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full \u003cem\u003eCat \u0026amp; Bobbin\u003c\/em\u003e ranger ensemble, professionally altered for a perfect fit. Patches, cargo vest, backpack, shoes - the complete look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🎩 \u003cstrong\u003eBonus Puppeteer Hat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comes with a matching reversible hat in human size - wear it while you perform for the full ranger experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e😄 \u003cstrong\u003eHighly Expressive Mouth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth open-close action with strong range - perfect for dry one-liners, long-suffering sighs, and dramatic park announcements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🎬 \u003cstrong\u003eContent \u0026amp; Stage Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for comedy sketches, kids' education content, outdoor adventure series, or collectors who appreciate serious character work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 2rem 0;\" id=\"gallery\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2d6a2d; text-align: center; font-size: 2rem; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eOn Duty (As Always)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/7683\/4851\/files\/9b86faca-bf7a-4db8-ab30-e42a3ef98810.png?v=1778863138\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 2rem 0;\" id=\"whats-in-the-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2d6a2d; text-align: center; font-size: 2rem; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhat's included 📦\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; max-width: 820px; margin: 0 auto; font-size: 1.08rem; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eRufus Professional Hand Puppet\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eBrian Z Original – 1 of 1\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Full \u003cem\u003eCat \u0026amp; Bobbin\u003c\/em\u003e boutique ranger outfit (professionally tailored to fit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Cargo vest with embroidered adventure patches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Miniature backpack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Brown slip-on shoes and white socks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eReversible human-size ranger hat\u003c\/strong\u003e for the puppeteer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Protective carry bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #6b7280; font-size: .98rem; text-align: center; max-width: 820px; margin: 10px auto 0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(45, 106, 45); font-size: 2rem;\"\u003e🚚 \u003cb\u003eShipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"background: #f0f7ee; padding: 2rem 0;\" id=\"shipping-info\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.08rem; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 820px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eShips from Thailand\u003cbr\u003e⚡ \u003cstrong\u003eEMS Express:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 to 6 days (tracked, priority clearance) where available\u003cbr\u003e✈️ \u003cstrong\u003eThai Post:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 to 14 days\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 2rem 0; background: #f0f7ee; text-align: center;\" id=\"about-brian\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2d6a2d; font-size: 2rem; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e🎨 About Brian Z\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"max-width: 760px; margin: 0 auto; font-size: 1.08rem; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrian Zimmerman\u003c\/strong\u003e builds playful, deeply characterful puppets with strong visual identities and durable performance construction. Every Brian Z Original is built once and never repeated. When Rufus finds his new home, this exact build retires permanently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"max-width: 760px; margin: 0 auto; font-size: 1.08rem; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/7683\/4851\/files\/db160972-0d69-4fa7-a977-6782f7fa1c6e.jpg?v=1757870710\" alt=\"Brian Zimmerman ZimZamPuppetMan puppet builder portrait\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"padding: 2rem 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee;\" id=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2d6a2d; text-align: center; font-size: 2rem; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e❓ FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 820px; margin: 0 auto; font-size: 1.05rem; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"padding: .8rem 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eIs Rufus a custom order?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: .6rem;\"\u003eNo. Rufus is a \u003cstrong\u003efinished one-off Brian Z Original\u003c\/strong\u003e, sold exactly as shown. No two are alike and this build will never be recreated.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"padding: .8rem 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat's the outfit made from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: .6rem;\"\u003eRufus's outfit is sourced from \u003cstrong\u003eCat \u0026amp; Bobbin\u003c\/strong\u003e, a boutique kids' clothing brand based in Thailand, and has been professionally altered by a tailor to fit the puppet perfectly. It's a genuinely high-quality garment -  not a costume.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"padding: .8rem 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat does the puppeteer hat look like?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: .6rem;\"\u003eRufus comes with a \u003cstrong\u003ereversible human-size ranger hat\u003c\/strong\u003e to match his look - ideal for performances, videos, and getting fully into character as the world's most put-upon park volunteer.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"padding: .8rem 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDo you offer puppetry training?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: .6rem;\"\u003eYes! Free lessons on our YouTube channel, plus access to The Pubbets Lab community.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat's the delivery time?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: .6rem;\"\u003eShips in \u003cstrong\u003e2 to 3 business days\u003c\/strong\u003e. EMS Express: \u003cstrong\u003e4 to 6 days\u003c\/strong\u003e where available. Thai Post: 12 to 14 days.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: .6rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRufus is a 28 inch full body professional hand puppet designed for performance, filming, education, and serious collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Pubbets!","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42418651496483,"sku":"rufus","price":314.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/7683\/4851\/files\/1a6a2f3b-4052-4ef4-b9ab-67b24d5f7019.jpg?v=1778861408","url":"https:\/\/www.pubbets.net\/products\/rufus-national-park-guide-puppet-brian-z-original","provider":"Pubbets!","version":"1.0","type":"link"}