The Loch Ken Ranger Service is holding an open ‘Meet the Ranger Service Event’ in advance of the Season ahead.

Loch Ken Ranger Service are officially launching their Volunteer Ranger Scheme this year and are appealing for applications from members of the community.

It’s 6:30am and, armed with my tow float, I take a deep breath and plunge into the ice cold loch. Frost twinkles as the water laps all around as I swim. I feel clarity and calm. It’s stunning, so peaceful, yet 100% invigorating.

Loch Ken Trust is calling a public meeting to address water safety on Loch Ken.

With recent exciting developments, The Loch Ken Trust is seeking extra support from the community to make their future plans the best they can be.

A single Responsible Tourism Strategy for the South of Scotland is being proposed by the South of Scotland Destination Alliance (SSDA), VisitScotland, South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE), Scottish Borders Council and Dumfries & Galloway Council.

The Loch Ken Trust is holding a Free Family Fun Day on Saturday 22nd July 11am-3pm, focussing on promoting Water Safety Awareness.

This project builds on an initial study in 2021 and helps us better understand the challenges being faced by young salmon as they head out to sea. Some cutting edge, nationally significant science taking place right here in Galloway.

The project is led by Galloway Fisheries Trust, supported by a range of partners as detailed in the attached. Many thanks to all. The Galloway Glens Scheme is an initiative of the Council’s Environment Team, primarily funded by a grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

What a year it has been for the Loch Ken Trust!
Our Annual General Meeting was held in November, and it was great to reflect on all our achievements throughout 2022.