A Vandalia girl is looking for the public’s help to win the Colossal Junior Ranger Competition.
11-year old Mackenzie Roper of Vandalia is currently in the quarterfinals of the competition, having advanced from 8,000 competitors into the top 1% (320) of competitors nationwide and has already advanced through six rounds of public voting. Mackenzie is currently sits in 5th in her group of 10 quarterfinalists and she needs the public’s help in voting for her to advance out of this round, which ends on Thursday, July 10th, and move on to the semifinals with the winners of all the 32 groups.
If Mackenzie wins, she’ll receive $20,000, a trip with wildlife expert Jeff Corwin, and a feature in “Ranger Rick” magazine.
To vote for Mackenzie, go to the following link: https://jr-ranger.org/2025/mackenzie-d5bb?fbclid=IwY2xjawLYySNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFRS0t2UnVVa2xHcUhtUmRKAR7lZFWBQAtMQPrbp2EUuqhN8xNhJOReE1zIc1rT03-RO_dVaTbXiuPs3CMZVA_aem_-Zgql7go29KbukRm-RJSIg
Mackenzie loves the outdoors and hunting. She wishes to grow up and to be an animal biologists/veterinarian to help care and protect animals.
Mackenzie’s Q & A:
What does Mackenzie love most about nature?
How beautiful it is and what it provides for people. It even provides a place to play.
What is Mackenzie’s favorite animal—and why?
Dog. They are companions and have an amazing history of how they came from nature and were able to be tamed into lovable pets.
What is Mackenzie’s favorite outdoor activity?
She enjoys hunting in the outdoors. This is a pastime she does with her dad that they get to enjoy together as he teaches her the respect of the land and animals as he is a conservation police officer.
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