July 31st is World Ranger Day, a day to commemorate the Rangers who are killed or injured in the line of duty around the world and to celebrate the work Rangers do to protect the world's natural and cultural heritage. Join us for a 24-hour event as we share their stories, the ecosystems and species they protect, the numerous challenges they face and the victories, both large and small.

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This virtual festival has a simple goal, celebrating incredible men and women, doing incredible things around the world, day in and day out. Rangers around the world deal with challenging and dangerous working conditions, often facing threats, injury, disease and even death on the frontline of protecting wild areas, historical and cultural sites. Despite these risks, Rangers efforts are often not fully recognized, appreciated or supported with adequate resources and training. The job of a ranger requires exceptional skills, professionalism and the highest standards of personal conduct, but surveys show that they are dealing with low wages, limited access to healthcare and inadequate training and equipment.

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Our goal is to provide a platform for Rangers around the world to share their stories each year and to raise some funds to support organizations that support them.  The festival is free to join, but we hope that you will make a donation while registering or during the festival. Rangers need recognition, support and capacity around the world. Their work is essential for the effective management of wild, historical and culturally significant places, and meeting global goals for sustainable development and protecting biodiversity.​

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* Website photos by Ami Vitale