Countryside ranger service

You can join the Countryside Ranger for a led walk through the countryside - during these walks you will find out about the natural and historic environment of the Scottish Borders. The walks come at a small charge.

Our role is to:  

• help people enjoy and understand the Borders countryside
• help protect and improve areas of land and water visited by the public
• encourage co-operation between landowners and users
• provide opportunity to visit the countryside for all ages and abilities.

We also:

• give talks, lead activities and guided walks
• assist schools with students' green curiculum - the Rangers will help choose an appropriate study site and will tailor needs as identified by their teachers
• assist community organisations by providing illustrated talks or by advising on local conservation projects or environmental activities
• manage sites and paths identified in the Council's Adopted Core Paths Plan
• improve public access to, and provide interpretation on, sites of natural and cultural heritage interest through the Borders countryside.

For more information please contact us.