The High Life Highland Countryside Ranger Service offers a range of conservation volunteering and leadership opportunities. As a not-for-profit service, we’re committed to creating space for nature to thrive—and we’d love you to join us.
Conservation volunteering
Want to make a difference in your community? Join one of our working party events to help restore habitats and support wildlife. From beach cleans to invasive species removal, these hands-on days are rewarding, sociable, and all PPE is provided.
We also support communities to:
- Set up local nature restoration groups
- Create and maintain habitats to boost biodiversity
- Record species sightings for the biological record
Prefer something flexible? Take part in species monitoring on your local walks and submit your records online—helping us track plant and invertebrate ranges while deepening your connection with nature.
Bumblebee volunteers
UNESCO volunteers beach clean
Volunteer Ranger craft session
Young Green Leadership
Building on our SCQF-accredited Choose To Lead awards (Level 4 & 5), we’re expanding into environmental and conservation leadership with the Green Leader Award.
If you’re aged 12–25, this programme offers:
- Leadership experience in schools and communities
- Skills for future education and employment
- Support from dedicated High Life Highland mentors
Submit your application to join the programme
If you would like more information about the programme, or would like to offer a conservation opportunity for a young person email Elizabeth McDonald: Elizabeth.McDonald@highlifehighland.com
Adult Volunteer Ranger opportunities
Interested in becoming a Volunteer Ranger? Use the link below to find your nearest Ranger and start a discussion about your experience and availability.
Meet the Rangers
Discover the people behind our conservation work. Learn about the Ranger team and find out who’s working in your area.
