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

Hey Kids!
Become a Zion Junior Ranger and have fun while learning about Zion National Park and the natural world. Becoming a Junior Ranger is a great way to explore your national parks while learning how you can help take care of them for the future.

Photo right: Zachary and Benjamin Gilbert from Charleston, SC show off their badges after completing the activity booklet.

RANGER-GUIDED PROGRAMS
Junior Ranger Explorer
Children 6 to 12 years can earn a patch by participating in a guided 2 1/2 hour session at the Nature Center. Classes begin at 9 am daily. Registration begins at 8:30 am. One-time fee: $2.00 per child. Drop-off program.

Junior Ranger Discovery
Children 6 to 12 years can earn a badge by participating in a guided 1 1/2 hour session at the Nature Center. Classes begin at 1:30 pm daily. Registration begins at 1:00 pm. Program is designed for parental/guardian attendance. One-time fee: $2.00 per child.

SELF-GUIDED PROGRAMS
For Children ages 6 to 12
Children 6 to 12 years old can earn a badge by completing an activity booklet during their visit to Zion National Park. Booklets are available at the visitor centers and museum year-round. A different Junior Ranger badge is offered at each visitor center.

For Children under 6
Children under 6 years old can earn a decal by completing an activity sheet available at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center and the Human History Museum year-round.

WHO
These summer discovery programs are developed especially for children 6 to 12 years of age. The 6 year old minimum age is strictly followed. Children under 6 can participate in a self-guided activity with their parents and earn a decal.

WHAT
Children will learn about Zion National Park and the natural world through hands-on activities, hikes, and lessons designed especially for them. Topics vary and range from plants and animals to geology and archeology. Check at the visitor centers and Zion Lodge for program topics.

WHEN
May 25, 2007 to September 1, 2007.

WHERE
The programs are held at the Zion Nature Center, 1/2 mile north of the south park entrance, near the entrance to the South Campground. The nature center has re-opened after extensive restoration during 2006. The shuttle does not stop at the Nature Center. You may drive to the Nature Center or walk from the campgrounds, visitor center, or museum.

WHAT TO WEAR
Many activities are outside, so dress comfortably and appropriately for outdoor activities. Children should wear closed-toe shoes, no sandals. Please bring water. Hats and sun-screen are good on hot, sunny days and rain gear if the weather looks stormy.

PARENTS
A parent or guardian must register children. Children must be with their parents between sessions if attending both morning and afternoon programs. Please be prompt dropping off and picking up children. Food is not available, so ensure chlidren have eaten before coming to the program.

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

The Zion Natural History Association 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