He’s an animal lover at heart, a fishing expert by the water, always exploring the wild. Nature is where he feels most free.
Thank you for generously supporting Waylon in this year’s competition. Your participation helps empower the National Wildlife Federation in their mission to protect wildlife, restore habitats, and inspire the next generation of conservationists.
What is Jr. Ranger?
Learn moreWaylon loves nature because it feels like a big, exciting world made just for him. He loves the quiet of the water, the excitement of a fish tugging on his line, and the fun of digging for worms. He watches birds fly, follows bugs through the grass, and laughs when frogs hop by. Every tree, splash, and breeze makes him feel happy and free. Nature gives him space to explore, imagine, and enjoy every little moment outside.
Waylons favorite animal is a fish because he’s been fishing since he was 1 and it’s part of who he is. He loves how fish glide through the water, shiny and fast, and how each one is different. The best part is the excitement of not knowing what he might catch or how big it will be. Every cast is a surprise waiting to happen. To him, fish are more than animals—they’re his underwater friends and the stars of every fishing adventure.
Waylon loves camping because it means fishing, digging up worms for bait, and helping gather firewood. He feels like a real explorer with dirt on his hands and a fishing rod ready to go. He watches squirrels leap through trees and talks to the deer when they walk quietly nearby. Every moment is filled with excitement from finding the perfect stick to spotting ripples in the water. Camping is his favorite adventure where nature is close and each day brings something new.
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