Park ranger

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A ranger (also known as park ranger, park warden, field ranger, or forest ranger) is a person entrusted with protecting and preserving parklands and protected areas – private, national, state, provincial, or local parks. Rangers perform a broad range of duties that vary by jurisdiction, agency, and specific park needs. These responsibilities typically encompass law enforcement, wildlife and natural resource management, community engagement and education, maintenance of recreation areas, and emergency response, including firefighting. Common tasks include patrolling protected lands, monitoring wildlife populations, removing snares and invasive species, confronting poachers, enforcing conservation regulations, and addressing human-wildlife conflicts. Many rangers hold law enforcement authority, allowing them to investigate violations, issue citations, and make arrests. In addition to protection and enforcement roles, rangers often serve as interpreters and educators. They lead guided tours...

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