At 6, Grady is a bug-loving explorer who hikes, travels, and lives for outdoor adventure and ready to protect parks as a Junior Ranger!
You decide who will appear in a Ranger Rick magazine and take home $20,000
What is Jr. Ranger?
Learn moreGrady loves the outdoors because it fuels his curiosity—he explores trails, discovers bugs, and digs into geology, always learning something new! Through his explorations, Grady embodies the spirit of a young naturalist, making meaningful connections with the world around him and laying the foundation for lifelong learning and stewardship of the Earth.
Grady says, I love capybaras ‘cause they’re big and fluffy and super calm! They swim a lot and hang out with their friends all day. I wanna be their friend too!
Grady’s favorite outdoor activity is exploring nature. Grady explores nature with his insect net, joining his parents on Texas Master Naturalist field trips. He studies animals, asks questions about their behavior, and digs into geology—always curious and eager to learn.
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