Backyard Explorer Extraordinaire! 🌎🐾 Meet a young adventurer who feels most at home outside, where every day brings a brand-new mission!
You decide who will appear in a Ranger Rick magazine and take home $20,000
What is Jr. Ranger?
Learn MoreMeet a curious six-year-old explorer who finds joy in every rustling leaf and every tiny creature he discovers along the trail. With bright eyes and a love for adventure, he reminds us that nature isn’t just something to see—it’s something to protect. From watching squirrels dash up tree trunks to listening to birds sing in the morning light, his world is full of wonder rooted in the outdoors. Ranger Rick invites young readers to follow his lead.
Ben loves all kinds of animals from friendly farm animals to fascinating reptiles. One of his absolute favorites is the bearded dragon, because he can gently pet and hold it in his hands. He thinks it’s amazing that they eat flies and bugs, making them both cool and helpful. Ben’s love for animals shows in the way he watches, learns, and cares for each one he meets, always eager to discover something new about the creatures that make nature so exciting.
He enjoys feeding and looking after the farm animals, learning responsibility while building a special bond with each one. When he’s not on the farm, you can find him fishing with his family, patiently waiting by the water and soaking in the peacefulness of nature. Whether he’s tending to animals or casting a line, Benjamin’s love for the outdoors shines through in everything he does.
Vote for Benjamin to become the 2026 Jr. Ranger while supporting a great cause! Cast your free daily vote below, or make an even bigger impact when you vote by donation—supporting the National Wildlife Federation in their mission to protect wildlife and preserve wild places for future generations.
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