A programme designed to inspire and support families exploring their local river.
Visiting a river can be a great way of connecting with nature, learning about wildlife and just enjoying the outdoors.
The Junior River Rangers Scheme provides fun activities for you to complete as a family while exploring and learning about your river.
Participants receive a certificate and Kingfisher pin badge from us as recognition.
Once you have completed the requirements below, fill in the form below to receive your badge and certificate.
A Junior River Ranger is someone who recognises that rivers are important for people and wildlife and respects the natural environment through positive action.
None of our activities require that you get in the river and it is our recommendation that you enjoy the river from the river’s edge.
Please read our river safety guidelines, to keep you and your family safe.
There are plenty of activities to choose from. Remember, you need to pick at least 1 Green and 2 Blue activities to get your badge.
Click on the activity for detailed instructions, hints and tips!
The water we use is taken from the river or from sources that feed rivers. This means the more water we use, the less there is available for wildlife.
Find ways of reducing the amount of plastic pollution that is ending up in our rivers.
Choose your favourite animal that has made the river habitat its home and make a fact file.