On October 3rd, 88 teams of wildlife protectors will compete in a 21 km race through the varied terrain of their patrol regions.
Their goal? To raise awareness and funds for their colleagues who are still dedicating their lives to defending wildlife and supporting local communities, despite the personal and professional threat the Covid-19 pandemic poses.
On this race hub, we’ll share messages of support and encouragement. We’ll also share inspiration and stories from around the world as thousands of supporters take part in the Challenge in solidarity with Africa’s Wildlife Rangers. You can follow the event live via our social media streams below too.
By taking part on October 3rd, you’ll be joining a global community of Wildlife Rangers and their supporters who are running, walking, and riding around the world #ForWildlifeRangers. Whether you cover 5 km or 21 km, your support will make a huge difference to those on the front line of conservation in Africa.
It’s not too late to take on the Challenge and to fundraise or donate. Please register now to join us. And follow #ForWildlifeRangers on social media for more updates.
We’re all in this together.
Race Day Schedule
06:00 BST
AND WE’RE OFF!
Race Day coverage starts on social media. Follow along with #ForWildlifeRangers and #WildlifeRangerChallenge.
08:00 BST
WARM-UP
Our resident ranger trainer, Sheena Miller, brings you a gentle warm-up to help you prepare for the day ahead.
10:00 BST
AND WE’RE OFF!
Race Day coverage starts on social media. Follow along with #ForWildlifeRangers and #WildlifeRangerChallenge.
Race Day Highlights
Team PDC Hwange National Park
Set off at 5.30am this morning in Zimbabwe.
Project Rhino K9 Unit
Braving the rain in Namibia
Team Tarangire Ecosystem (APW)
At their finish line in Tanzania
12:00 BST
ROUND-UP FROM AFRICA
As the ranger teams finish their Challenge before the heat of the day, we’ll share some of their experiences on @tusk-org social media channels and Facebook event.
Race Day Highlights
Geoffrey Kamworor
The world’s fastest man over 21km clocks a 62 minute finish.
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
Running with elephants.
Team North Luangwa
A well-deserved cool down.
Niassa Carnivore Project – Mariri
Rangers in the morning light in Mozambique
Uganda Conservation Foundation – Murchison Falls National Park
Ranger team braving the elements.
14:00 BST
STORIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Look out for inspiration from runners and walkers around the globe. You might even spot yourself! Find us across on @tusk-org social media channels and Facebook event.
15:00 BST
COOL DOWN
If you’ve already completed the Challenge, relax and breathe with a special yoga flow streamed on the Wildlife Ranger Challenge Facebook event page.
17:00 BST
EVENT DAY RESULTS
We’ll reveal right here which of our ranger teams has emerged victorious in the 21 km Challenge on @tusk-org social media channels and Facebook event. You can also check out the 5km, 10km and 21km leaderboard at any time.
And the winners are …
18:00 BST
GLOBAL SUPPORTER STORIES
Discover more news from some of the thousand-strong supporters taking on the Challenge across the globe #ForWildlifeRangers.
Race Day Highlights
Transfrontier Africa
The Black Mambas Olifants West and Grietjie Nature Reserve teams walked 21 km together.
IAPF - Zambezi Valley
Meet the Akashinga all-female rangers geared for 21km run in the morning.
Lion Landscapes - Laikipia Ranches & Conservancies
Our amazing Ranger Team winners - the Laikipia Lion Rangers - Loisaba Team
20:00 BST
THE AFTER-PARTY
Look out for a special performance #ForWildlifeRangers on Tusk’s Instagram feed
22:00 BST
THE BIG EVENT ROUND-UP
We’ll close the race with a celebration of the day’s events.
“It means a lot to me to run with rangers. To run with the people who watch over wildlife when we sleep at night is actually an honour.
Eliud Kipchoge, EGH, Marathon World Record Holder & Wildlife Ranger Challenge Spokesperson.
Organising Partners 2020
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