Around the world, rangers make an indispensable contribution to the protection of our natural environment. Their responsibilities are diverse: they monitor protected areas, observe wildlife, combat poaching, and actively involve local communities in conservation efforts. In addition, they help people resolve conflicts between humans and animals and contribute to the promotion of sustainable tourism. These tasks play a particularly important role in Botswana.

World Ranger Day is celebrated every year on July 31. On this day, the valuable work of rangers is honored, and they are thanked for their tireless efforts to protect nature. At the same time, the day serves as a reminder of all those rangers who have been injured or even killed while carrying out their often demanding and frequently dangerous work.

This year, too, the Junior Rangers from Letsholathebe Elementary School were able to experience a special day: They visited the Educational Park in Maun and went on an exciting nature hike there. A special highlight was the ride in a mokoro—Botswana’s traditional dugout canoe.

We are proud of our young Junior Rangers, who participate with such enthusiasm, dedication, and joy. We are happy to support them on their journey and in their shared vision of a livable, healthy, and clean world.

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