Zion National Park's Children's Programs receive funding through donations to the Zion National Park Foundation. The goal of the Foundation is to help create 'Stewards for the Future' of Zion National Park.

The children's programs are offered during the summer months. The activities are created and presented with a young person's level of learning and interest in mind. Programs are free.

Educational Outreach Programs
Curriculum-based, in-class educational programs are available each spring and fall for 3rd to 5th grades. These outreach programs are offered to elementary schools in Washington County and other areas within a 50-mile radius of the park. more...

Junior Ranger Program

Zion offers a guided and self guided Junior Ranger experience. Self-guided activity booklets are on sale at both of the park's visitor centers and the Zion Human History Museum.

What
This is a family-oriented program. Children will learn about Zion National Park and the natural world through hands-on activities, hikes, and lessons designed especially for them. Free.

When
Memorial Day weekend through August 21, 2010. Daily programs.

Wear
Activities are outside, so dress comfortably and appropriately for outdoor activities. Please bring water. Hats and sunscreen are recommended on sunny days and rain gear if the weather looks stormy. Close-toed shoes preferred. No flip-flops.

Check the ranger-led activity schedule for subjects.

For Teachers

Kids Helping the Park and the Planet

Parents, Grandparents, and Teachers Helping Kids

Self Guided Activities

Junior Ranger Activity Booklet: Children ages 6 through 12 can earn a Junior Ranger Badge by completing an activity booklet during their visit.

Children ages 6-8 can earn a badge or a Junior Ranger Explorer Patch by completing the activity booklet and attending a ranger-led program.

Children ages 9-12 can earn a badge or a Junior Ranger Patch by completing the activity booklet and attending a ranger-led program.

Booklets are on sale for one dollar (plus tax) at both visitor centers and the human history museum. Please allow for several hours to complete this booklet as activities include traveling throughout Zion Canyon in search of cool things to discover.

Junior Ranger Helper: Children under 6 years old can earn a Junior Ranger Pin by completing an activity sheet during their visit. Activity sheets are free and available at both visitor centers and human history museum.

Web Rangers: Now you can be a Junior Ranger even if you are not able to visit Zion. By clicking here, you become a member of a growing number of young people who are interested in the world around them and involved with their nation's heritage...The Web Rangers

The Zion National Park Junior Ranger Program is supported by and receives additional funding through the Zion National Park Foundation. Your donations and bookstore purchases help to sustain this and other family-friendly experiences at Zion National Park.

Check out out the ZNHA bookstore for Junior Ranger products and fun books, puzzles, and activities for kids

The Zion National Park Foundation provides additional funding for this program

Other Family Programs in Zion Park
The "Explore Zion" Custom Workshops offered by The Zion Canyon Field Institute can be designed especially for your family. Call for more information:
(435) 772-3264 or 1-800-635-3959
View all Programs and Seminars of the Zion Canyon Field Institute