Ranger wearing the donated Patagonia gear in Umphang-Thung Yai, Thailand.
A generous donation by Patagonia and the Thin Green Line Foundation was well received by over 400 park rangers working in park and wildlife protection in GC Projects in twelve developing countries.
This was a great collaboration between Global Conservation, the Thin Green Line Foundation and Patagonia that enabled the shipping of over 80 packages around the world.
Park Rangers in the developing countries of Africa, Asia and the Americas face dangerous threats fighting illegal activities constantly threatening endangered parks and their communities. In most cases, they are accomplishing their missions with very little in the way of resources for protection. Over the past ten years over 1,000 rangers have been killed in the line of duty.
"The Belize Maya Forest Trust and its Ranger team extend a warm thanks to The Green Line Foundation and Global Conservation for the Patagonia uniforms received. Great gear helps us to be more effective in combatting illegal poaching activities and protecting the amazing biodiversity of the Belize Maya Forest, from the mighty jaguar to our verdant trees." -Elma Kay, Executive Director, Belize Maya Forest Trust
Gear arrives in Leuser National Park, Indonesia.
"We would like to thank you so much for the generous donation of 20 sets of apparel (uniform & pants). The clothes we received are currently being handed over to the rangers and officers who are working tirelessly on the ground. We appreciate and are grateful for your kindness." - Sabah Environmental Trust
Global Conservation works to protect endangered UNESCO World Heritage and national parks facing destruction and species extinction. We deploy a proven Global Park Defense methodology of technology, systems and training, combined with ‘boots on the ground’ support for patrolling operations, arrests and prosecution to deter forest and wildlife crime.
These are the genuine ‘Thank Yous’ from every corner of the world. Patagonia’s high quality donated surplus gear was well received and greatly appreciated.
"The very generous donation of surplus gear from Patagonia gives our rangers in GC Projects around the world a fighting chance and increases morale and comfort on long patrols in difficult environments - jungles, deep forests, mountains, river valleys and deserts. We are extremely thankful for their gift and the Thin Green Line Foundation who supports rangers around the world." -Jeff Morgan, Executive Director, Global Conservation
The Sabah Environmental Trust in Malaysia receives the donated uniforms.
Sabah Environmental Trust, Malaysia.
Rangers wearing the donated gear in Umphang-Thung Yai, Thailand.
The gear arrives in Mirador National Park, Guatemala.
Ranger wearing donated gear in Umphang-Thung Yai, Thailand.
Ranger using the donated gear in Umphang-Thung Yai, Thailand.
Ranger holding the donated Patagonia gear in Leuser National Park, Indonesia.
Ranger wearing the donated gear in Umphang Thung Yai, Thailand.
Rangers in Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda wear the donated uniforms.
Rangers in the Greater Maya Forest, Belize wear the donated uniforms.
Patagonia, Inc., based in Ventura, California, is a leading designer and retailer of core outdoor, alpine, fly fishing, snow, surf and sport-related apparel, equipment, footwear and accessories. The company is recognized internationally for its commitment to authentic product quality and environmental activism, contributing over $55 million in grants and in-kind donations to date, incorporating environmental responsibility into product development, marketing and its global advocacy.
The Thin Green Line Foundation Protects Nature’s Protectors by providing vital support to Park Rangers and their communities who are the front-line of conservation. TGL work predominantly in developing nations and conflict zones, and with Indigenous Park Rangers within Australia and abroad. TGL is the only organization solely dedicated to providing Rangers worldwide with the assistance they deserve and need. As the official charity arm of the International Ranger Federation, TGL has unparalleled access and a global network to support Rangers worldwide.
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