World Ranger Day
Held on 31 July, World Ranger Day honours rangers killed or injured on duty and recognises their work protecting nature and cultural heritage.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand
- International
OrganiserInternational Ranger Federation
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
The International Ranger Federation runs the day with The Thin Green Line Foundation. The date marks the founding of the federation on 31 July 1992. Each year a roll of honour lists rangers who have died.
2026 theme
Rangers: Guardians of a Changing Planet
The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday 31 July 2027 | UK, USA, International, New Zealand | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Monday 31 July 2028 | UK, USA, International, New Zealand | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Tuesday 31 July 2029 | UK, USA, International, New Zealand | Same date every year |
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