Youth Rangers in Toronto's High Park
Youth Rangers develop leadership, teamwork, and real naturalist skills through hands‑on stewardship projects in Toronto’s High Park
Registration for Fall High Park Rangers is OPEN!
Interested in summer stewardship in High Park? Register for one or more Weedy Wednesdays sessions from July 8 – September 9, 2026. Open for youth and adults ages 16 years and above.
High Park Rangers is a weekly youth leadership program where teens learn about nature, take part in hands‑on stewardship projects, and connect with other nature‑loving youth. Youth Rangers build real naturalist skills, contribute to meaningful conservation work in Toronto’s High Park, and gain the confidence and experience to become environmental leaders in their communities.
Fall Youth Rangers
Apply to join our FREE Youth Rangers stewardship program in High Park! You can register for either our Tuesday or Thursday Youth Rangers sessions. We will be running 12 weekly sessions from 4:30-6:30PM.
Ages: 12-16 years
Tuesday Rangers: September 22, September 29, October 6, October 13, October 20, October 27, November 3, November 10, November 17, November 24, December 1, December 8
Thursday Rangers: September 24, October 1, October 8, October 15, October 22, October 29, November 5, November 12, November 19, November 26, December 3, December 10
Spring Youth Rangers
Apply to join our FREE Youth Rangers stewardship program in High Park! You can register for either our Tuesday or Thursday Youth Rangers sessions. We will be running 12 weekly sessions from 4:30-6:30PM.
Ages: 12-16 years
Tuesday Rangers: March 31, April 7, April 14, April 21, April 28, May 5, May 12, May 19, May 26, June 2, June 9, June 16
Thursday Rangers: April 2, April 9, April 16, April 23, April 30, May 7, May 14, May 21, May 28, June 4, June 11, June 18
Winter Youth Rangers
Apply to join our FREE Youth Rangers stewardship program in High Park for the upcoming season! You can register for either our Tuesday or Thursday Youth Rangers sessions. We will be running six weekly sessions from 4:30-6:30PM.
*Note: Saturday, February 21 is a special combined Youth Rangers session which will run from 10AM-12PM
Ages: 12-16 years
Tuesday Rangers: February 3, February 10, *February 21, February 24, March 3, March 10
Thursday Rangers: February 5, February 12, *February 21, February 26, March 5, March 12
Youth Rangers Activities
Our leaders work closely with the Rangers, shaping each session around the group’s interests and goals to create a meaningful youth learning experience. We design activities that are hands‑on, relevant to the season, and directly connected to the stewardship needs of High Park’s unique ecosystems.
As part of the program, youth participants will:
- Take long nature hikes through High Park to explore diverse ecosystems
- Plant native species to support local biodiversity
- Manage invasive plants such as garlic mustard and buckthorn
- Plan and host nature walks or educational events for the public
Benefits of the Youth Rangers Program
- Earn meaningful volunteer hours for school and community service
- Explore High Park’s ecosystems and actively take part in nature conservation
- Enjoy free snacks to stay energized during activities
- Have fun and build a supportive community with other nature‑loving youth
Core Tenets of High Park Rangers
Testimonials
Clubs Policies
Select the “Register Now” button above, and log in or create an account, to CampBrain. Once logged in, find the program you’re interested in and submit your registration.
If you are having difficulty registering, please call us at 416-392-1748, and we can help with registration.
At this time, Rangers are generally not accessible for people with mobility disabilities due to the hilly terrain and narrow trails. However, each situation is unique and if you have questions about the program’s suitability, please contact us at info@highparknaturecentre.com.
This program is funded thanks to TD Ready Commitment and your generous donations. We are truly grateful to TD Bank and all our donors for supporting this important program.
Yes. Rangers continue in the rain. Please do your best to come prepared to spend 2 hours outdoors. We will have some extra rain boots and raincoats to lend. We occasionally cancel because of high winds or extreme temperatures.
Rangers are expected to attend once per week as regularly as possible. We understand that things come up, and Rangers won’t be able to attend all sessions. That is OK. If you think you would rather come occasionally, you can let your group leaders know.
All Ranger hours will be considered “community involvement hours” or “volunteer hours” for high school students. Staff will sign forms for Rangers on the last visit of the season.
Leaders are staff at High Park Nature Centre with years of experience leading youth outdoors. Learn more about our staff here.
It is ideal if Rangers are dressed for the weather and conditions. We do have a limited amount of additional outerwear and rainboots for Rangers who would like to borrow these items.
Rangers is a free program for all youth ages 12-16 years. We especially encourage Newcomer youth to register for this program.
The High Park Nature Centre strives to be a safe space for people of diverse backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities, and nature knowledge levels. We welcome you all people to the High Park Nature Centre.
We also offer Indigenous Youth Wanderers, an Indigenous-led program for Indigenous youth of Turtle Island (North America), South America, and the African Diaspora. You have the power to self-identify, you do not have to be status or non-status. We welcome all youth who have lived experience as an Indigenous Person.
Registration Policies
- General Cancellation Policy
- Extreme Weather-Related Cancellation Policy
- Behaviour Policy
- Drop-off Program Readiness Policy
Thank You To Our Funders
Our High Park Rangers program is funded by Park People, TD Bank Group, and your generous donations. We are truly grateful to all our donors and supporters for their generous support of our stewardship and community science programs in High Park.
