The Highland Council's Countryside Rangers constitute the largest local authority Countryside Ranger provision in Scotland with 25 full time and 3 seasonal Rangers spread throughout the Highland Council Area.
The Countryside Rangers run many events and guided walks which aim to help raise awareness and encourage appreciation of the scenery, wildlife and heritage of the Highlands. This wide range of events and activities is aimed at local communities and visitors alike.
For further details of events in your area, visit the Countryside Rangers events page.
The Countryside Rangers are also responsible for the promotion of the Scottish Outdoor Access Code and are involved in the management of a large number of countryside sites throughout the Highland Council Area. The Highland Council also operates a Ranger Service in The Great Glen Way, Scotland's latest formal long distance walking route.
All of Highland Council's Countryside Ranger posts are supported with grants from Scottish Natural Heritage.
For Contact details and events see the In This Section on the right.