The Dumfries and Galloway Council Ranger Service is here to promote the countryside, its wildlife, history and heritage. We also enable people to enjoy the countryside safely and responsibly.

We manage several sites across the region for both wildlife conservation and recreation. Each year, Council Rangers are also responsible for a series of guided walks and events across the region covering a wide range of themes. We also work with local schools, community and youth groups to deliver high quality environmental education.

Countryside Team News - NSA Volunteer Newsletters

The National Scenic Areas produce newsletters on a monthly basis which contain events and news for:

•  NSA Volunteer Newsletter - May/June 2013 [1Mb]

Register to be a Countryside Team Volunteer

The practical task groups meet during the week in and around the following towns, but we also try to find opportunities for volunteer's outwith these towns:

Annan
Lochmaben
Moffat
Dumfries
New Abbey
Gatehouse of Fleet
Newton Stewart

Register now

• Events
  The Ranger Service runs a series of guided walks and events throughout the year. These fun and informal events are designed to encourage care and enthusiasm for all aspects of wildlife, our natural and cultural heritage.
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• Environmental Education Sessions
  Dumfries and Galloway Council's Ranger Service provides a wide range of free education sessions for all ages.
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• Volunteering with the Countryside Team
  The Ranger Service is really keen to develop and expand volunteer opportunities across Dumfries and Galloway, as well as the teams in Wigtownshire and the National Scenic Areas.
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• Countryside Rangers Service by Location
  General information on the activities of other ranger teams and organisations throughout the region.
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• Latest News
  Read the latest news from the Dumfries and Galloway Countryside Rangers Services.
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