Young Rangers

 

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Hands‑on learning. Real skills. Lasting impact

Young Rangers empowers young people (12–16) to discover the outdoors, build leadership skills, and protect nature.

Through hands-on conservation projects in the Shropshire Hills, participants gain unforgettable experiences in exploration, teamwork, and environmental stewardship.

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All sessions are led by qualified outdoor activity leaders. 

To register your interest, please click on the 'register here' button opposite. 

You're also welcome to fill out our Activity Menu to help us to plan a fun and rewarding activity programme for you!

Young Rangers building a bench

Upcoming  activities:

Please click onto the links for more information and to book onto each session.

MINECRAFT: Into the Bat Cave Underworld

Sat 08th Aug, 6:30am-10:30pm (time may vary)

Snailbeach Mine

Experience the Snailbeach landscape after dark through a guided bat walk with Rea Valley Community Wildlife Group specialists, and a short underground visit led by  Shropshire Mines Trust guides.

Bushcraft Campover

Monday 10th - Tuesday 11th Aug

The Novers, Clee Hill

 Both Shropshire Hills Young Ranger groups will come together for an overnight woodland camp at the exclusive Novers site on Clee Hill, featuring fire-lighting, campfire cooking, shelter building, campcraft and a night walk.

Rescue Emergency Care (REC) Lifesaver course

For Young Rangers aged 12-15

Saturday 22nd Aug, 10am-3pm

Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms

Learn practical lifesaving skills in this hands-on first aid course, covering how the body works, recognising illness and injury, responding to emergencies, making good decisions under pressure, using a defibrillator, and helping people safely until professional help arrives

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Long Mynd Adventure Camp

Wednesday 26th - Thursday 27th Aug

Hampeley, Long Mynd

Join Young Rangers from across the Shropshire Hills for a free overnight adventure at Long Mynd Adventure Camp, featuring trekking, orienteering, a hike to base camp, group challenges, outdoor activities and a night walk in the National Landscape.