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TimesLIVE
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
Documentary series honours wildlife rangers' dangerous work
A new documentary series hailing the work of wildlife rangers and featuring Britain's Prince William, who has made their efforts one of his main campaign causes, will be broadcast on Friday. The six-part series Guardians, which premieres on BBC Earth's YouTube and social media channels, was the British heir-to-the-throne's brainchild and aims to show the perilous work rangers undertake to protect the planet's most threatened environments, said his organisation, which headed up the project. "The reality is protecting our natural world has become one of the most dangerous jobs on the planet. We need to understand and recognise nature's guardians, and the critical work they do," William said. "Every day they take huge risks as nature's frontline of defence, standing between poachers and endangered species, supporting sustainable human-animal coexistence and fighting habitat loss." The series was developed by United for Wildlife, founded by William and his charitable foundation, and last year committed to a five-year financial package to provide 10,000 rangers across Africa access to affordable insurance cover under its Nature Protectors initiative. William has frequently spoken about the illegal wildlife trade which United for Wildlife said is thought to be worth up to $20bn (R357bn) annually and is linked to violent crime, corruption and trafficking. In 2022, the prince paid tribute to Anton Mzimba, a ranger shot dead at a nature reserve in SA.
Reuters
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Reuters
Prince William launches documentary series on wildlife rangers' dangerous work
LONDON, May 23 (Reuters) - A new documentary series hailing the work of wildlife rangers and featuring Britain's Prince William who has made their efforts one of his main campaigning causes will be broadcast on Friday. The six-part series 'Guardians', which premieres on BBC Earth's YouTube and social media channels, was the British heir-to-the-throne's brainchild and aims to show the perilous work rangers undertake to protect the planet's most threatened environments, his organisation which headed up the project said. "The reality is that protecting our natural world has become one of the most dangerous jobs on the planet. We need to understand and recognise nature's Guardians, and the critical work they do," William said. "Every day, they take huge risks as nature's frontline of defence, standing between poachers and endangered species, supporting sustainable human-animal coexistence and fighting habitat loss." The series was developed by United for Wildlife, which was founded by William and his charitable foundation, and last year committed to a five-year financial package to provide 10,000 rangers across Africa access to affordable insurance cover under its 'Nature Protectors' initiative. William has frequently spoken out about the illegal wildlife trade which United for Wildlife says is thought to be worth up to $20 billion annually and is linked to violent crime, corruption and trafficking. In 2022, the prince paid tribute to Anton Mzimba, a ranger who was shot dead at a nature reserve in South Africa.
The Herald Scotland
30-04-2025
- General
- The Herald Scotland
Rangers to get vital funding from Royal Foundation
On Wednesday they will meet with the Mull and Iona Ranger Service which oversees the conservation, wildlife management, visitor management and nature-based education on the islands. The rangers protect the natural environment on the islands, as well as connecting the community and visitors to the island's landscape, history and wildlife. Read More: It was announced on Wednesday that the Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales will fund two ranger roles. This funding is part of United for Wildlife's Nature Protectors initiative which aims to provide global leadership in the protection of nature and wildlife by supporting the needs of the primary stewards of nature. Dr Tom Clements, executive director of conservation at the Royal Foundation of the Prince and Princess of Wales said: "Rangers play a fundamental yet often misunderstood and overlooked role. They do far more than just protect wildlife. They are educators, community supporters, researchers and scientists. "They preserve cultural heritage, and they help safeguard and regulate the sustainable use of natural resources. 'As we face increasing threats to our planet and natural world, the role of rangers in rural communities like Mull and Iona is invaluable for protecting the landscapes and environment on which communities rely.' Moray Finch, General Manager of Mull and Iona Community Trust, said: 'Mull and Iona Community trust was formed in 1997 with the specific intention of making lives better for those who live and work here. The Ranger Service started the following year and is recognised as the very first community managed Ranger Service in Scotland. "The rangers are really valued by the local communities and are an integral part of island life, as such it would be difficult to envision life without their crucial work.' Kate Elliott, Chair of the Scottish Countryside Rangers' Association (SCRA) said: 'Rangers do more than just look after beautiful places. They help people connect with nature and history, working closely with visitors and local communities, to help tackle social challenges and build stronger, fairer places. 'Their work ties into some of today's biggest priorities — boosting health and wellbeing, opening doors to learning, growing sustainable tourism, and supporting inclusive economies. And in the face of the climate crisis and the urgent fight to protect biodiversity, rangers are right there.' Kristian Teleki, CEO of Fauna & Flora said: 'Globally, rangers stand at the frontline of protecting nature. These dedicated individuals spend their days monitoring wildlife, reducing threats to vulnerable species, and helping people live in harmony with the natural world. 'In the UK, rangers are just as essential and anywhere else, from nature reserves to private estates, and from remote coastlines to the heart of our cities. Too often taken for granted, rangers are the quiet champions of conservation devoting their time, energy, and expertise to creating a healthier, more hopeful planet for us all.'
Powys County Times
30-04-2025
- Powys County Times
William and Kate to visit rangers teaching children on the Isle of Mull
The Prince and Princess of Wales will learn about the work of rangers on the Isle of Mull as royal funding was announced to safeguard two nature warden roles. William and Kate will spend their second and final day on Mull with schoolchildren taking part in an outdoor learning session with the rangers in Ardura Community Forest. Grants provided by William's conservation umbrella group United For Wildlife's Nature Protectors initiative aim to ensure the protection and continuation of two ranger roles working on Mull and the neighbouring island of Iona. Ardura is an Atlantic rainforest and one of Scotland's most precious habitats which has been central to the way of life of generations of Mull families. The couple will join Ardura Acorns, an early-years outdoor learning play group that takes the children on nature trails, den building and animal tracking. The visit aims to highlight the importance of protecting and championing the natural environment, and afterwards the couple will spend private time on Iona after taking the public ferry from Mull. Wonderful to be back on the Isle of Mull. Thank you to everyone for such a warm welcome ❤️ W & C — The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) April 29, 2025 William and Kate celebrated their 14th wedding anniversary on Mull on Tuesday and released a romantic image on their social media accounts to mark the moment.
The Herald Scotland
30-04-2025
- The Herald Scotland
William and Kate to visit rangers teaching children on Mull
Grants provided by William's conservation umbrella group United For Wildlife's Nature Protectors initiative aim to ensure the protection and continuation of two ranger roles working on Mull and the neighbouring island of Iona. Ardura is an Atlantic rainforest and one of Scotland's most precious habitats which has been central to the way of life of generations of Mull families. The couple will join Ardura Acorns, an early-years outdoor learning play group that takes the children on nature trails, den building and animal tracking. The visit aims to highlight the importance of protecting and championing the natural environment, and afterwards the couple will spend private time on Iona after taking the public ferry from Mull. William and Kate celebrated their 14th wedding anniversary on Mull on Tuesday and released a romantic image on their social media accounts to mark the moment.
