Their wilderness is in danger due to the high population rates and its consequences (pollution, destruction of wildlife habitats).
[1] The Junior Rangers’ goal is to create a bond between children and National Natural Landscapes in Germany.
The children, from ages seven to twelve, are assisted by rangers or certified educators while they explore the parks and learn about values and responsibilities that are implicated in nature, follow tracks of wild animals, learn about the area’s history and economic conditions and can help rangers do their work.
[2] Students have the chance to attain work experience in nature in the protected areas all over Germany for a semester thanks to the collaboration between Nationale Naturlandschaften e.V.
The participants have the chance to support sustainable development as a trendsetting type of education in different areas in the subjects environment, economy and politics.