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Play Ranger

Published: 17th December 2008 12:01

What does the play ranger service offer young people?

First of all Play Rangers is about children and young people having FUN.

The Play Ranger service is a free service which aims to encourage young people to play in parks and open spaces in their communities. We encourage young people to take risks and to play using the elements and environment they live in.

Play Rangers aim to give children and young people a sense of pride in their community by offering free activities which the children and young people own and control. This will give them a high level of respect for the area and the people that live there.

Play Ranger activities.

Den building
Tree guardians
Football
Rounders
Kite making
Clay modelling
Arts and craft activities
Community gardening projects
Treasure hunts
Man hunt in the dark with head torches
And lots more.... ALL FREE

Other info about the service- More for adults.

Young people feel empowered by having free choice, and being involved in the project right through from initial planning of activities to evaluating the sessions.
Young people feel safe and therefore enjoy taking risks and pushing their comfort barriers. They are challenged physically, emotionally and psychologically but not pushed beyond their capabilities
By extending their comfort zones, young people achieve in things they may not have thought they could do. Achievement promotes self esteem.
Working and playing in outdoor space promotes awareness of the natural environment.
Playing outside in all weathers during all seasons widens young people's horizons through consultation regarding their park and open space young people develop a sense of belonging in their community.
The project is open to all. Play Rangers operate an open access policy. Children and young people are free to come and go. Some may be passing by and others may purposely set out to come to the session from the start.
Play Rangers provide children with role models with children and gain their respect and trust, by building positive relationships.
The Play ranger service is well placed to engage children and young people and identify when they need additional help