Park authority praises dedication of the Cairngorms team which did so much in one summer
This summer, more than 100 rangers and volunteer rangers were on the ground in the Cairngorms National Park.
The authority explained today that many were seasonal rangers, getting involved in everything from engaging with visitors across popular routes, to picking up litter and reporting issues like broken fences and gates, live fire sites, fallen trees or washed away paths.
“Another key role of the rangers is to help people connect with nature and explore the national park in a responsible way through positive promotion of the Scottish Outdoor Access Code, said Lucy Ford, ranger service manager.
As the winter months approach, the seasonal rangers are leaving the team after a busy
summer. Joining the service in April 2024, and working across the park with permanent partner services, the seasonal rangers undertook over 1,398 patrols, engaged with over 6,800 people and removed 783 campfires and fire sites.
“I’d like to thank our seasonal rangers for all their hard work and dedication and wish them well on their next adventures,” said the manager.
“Working in partnership with partner and site-based ranger services across the park, our seasonal rangers provide crucial support to the permanent ranger teams.
“We’re lucky to have such a passionate, knowledgeable and experienced network of permanent, partner, seasonal and volunteer rangers in the park throughout the year who will carry on engagement activities throughout the winter months.”
More info about the service is available here.
