The work of a park ranger has always been characterized by demanding a lot of resistance and a great vocation for service, as well as love for the protected natural areas of Peru. It is a dedicated and constant task, which involves long periods in areas far from cities and centers, and being separated from family and friends, while being exposed to different types of risks for the defense of our biodiversity.
In addition to its monitoring and control activities in protected natural areas, Park rangers play an important role in the implementation of environmental education, as they work with children in workshops and activities that have an impact today., And they will continue to have it in the future. In this ongoing task of educating citizens who are aware of and committed to their environment, we value their contribution of knowledge, reflected in the life stories that the park rangers share with us every Thursday.
Thus, over the past few weeks, we have learned from Flor's courage, found inspiration in César's tenacity, admired Mirella's determination, and longed for Yeferson's conviction as much as we admired Sandra's strength. All their shared experiences, each with its own unique characteristics and strengths, teach us that the path of conservation is long and arduous, but deeply rewarding.
Therefore, let us appreciate the impact of their work on the flow and meaning of our lives, and recognize them as the unsung heroes who keep the great machine running. Let us strive to understand their work and the role it plays in environmental conservation, and let us not allow their faces to become fleeting images that we perceive as detached from our realities, because we feel and experience the fruits of their commitment to our natural home every day, even if we don't always see it in the image of a majestic citadel or a dazzling landscape, but rather in the pure air we feel on our faces or the water we enjoy. On this Peruvian Park Ranger Day, twelve years after its creation, let us also assume our own responsibility as citizens for conservation, and let us be inspired by the park rangers to continue building Peru.
Let's start by getting to know who they are, identifying their faces, and highlighting the value of their work. Today, park rangers are part of Sernanp and there are more than 793 men and women in charge of leading the care of our natural home. Knowing this, it is up to us to also assume an active role in both making this work visible and objectively valuing it, which is essential for our survival.
