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Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers Junior Ranger Activities, Information, and Resources

2019-07-19T23:52:50+00:00

Under the Antiquities Act, President Barack Obama designated The Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument on March 25, 2013. The national monument preserves and interprets the history and legacies of Colonel Charles Young and the famed Buffalo Soldiers of the U.S. Army.

List of 61 National Parks of the United States Activities, Information, and Resources

2019-06-24T07:00:00+00:00

The United States has 61 protected areas known as national parks that are operated by the National Park Service, an agency of the Department of the Interior. An act of the United States Congress must establish national parks. A bill creating the first national park, Yellowstone, was signed into law by President Ulysses S. Grant in 1872, followed by Mackinac National Park in 1875, and then Rock Creek Park, Sequoia and Yosemite in 1890.

Underground Railroad Network to Freedom National Park Educational Activities, Information, and Resources

2019-06-23T18:00:57+00:00

An educational Journey to Freedom National Park activities, information, and resources are free to view, share, and download. Learn about the stories of how enslaved African Americans resisted bondage to gain their freedom through acts of self-emancipation. The individuals who sought this freedom from enslavement, known as freedom seekers, and those who assisted along the way, united together to become what is known as the Underground Railroad. The National Park Service and members of the Network to Freedom tell these stories of escape to demonstrate the significance of the Underground Railroad in the eradication of slavery as a cornerstone of the national civil rights movement. StoryMaps to digitally explore places of the Underground Railroad and discover how women influenced national politics through their participation in abolitionism.

Nature Explorers Elmo and Murray from Sesame Street in National Parks Activities, Information, and Resources

2019-06-23T07:00:00+00:00

Watch Sesame Street Explores National Parks video series and help children learn that there are so many wonderful and interesting things to observe and discover in nature, such as different habitats and the animals living there. Travel with fun-loving Muppets Elmo and Murray from Sesame Street to two of America's most popular national parks

Smokey Bear Birthday Activities Celebrating Seventy-five Years Preventing Wildfires

2019-06-23T02:49:57+00:00

Enjoy free activities to download for Smokey's birthday celebration. Smokey Bear is recognized nationally and internationally as the symbol for wildfire prevention. The original Smokey Bear appeared in 1944. Smokey’s message, “Only You Can Prevent Wildfires!” encourages personal responsibility for wildfire prevention. Smokey Bear teaches children and adults to be careful with campfires, barbecues, trash fires, and matches.

Web Ranger Activity Books, Information and Resources for National Parks

2019-06-22T17:35:17+00:00

WebRanger programs let you become a Junior Ranger from home, school or anywhere. Complete an activity book to receive an official Junior Ranger badge you earn at home! Many national parks offer young visitors the opportunity to join the National Park Service "family" as Junior Rangers. Interested youth complete a series of activities during a park visit, share their answers with a park ranger, and receive an official Junior Ranger patch and Junior Ranger certificate.

Go Fishing National Park Educational Activities and Resources

2019-06-22T17:35:17+00:00

Download fishing activity book and coloring sheets to begin your adventure. Explore the educational guide intended to address commonly asked questions about sport fishing. Reel in the fun with guided excursions and dockside fishing on select waterways. Information to guide students and adult learners about fish life cycle, identification, caring for your catch, and more.

Camping Adventures Safely at National Parks Activities, Information, and Resources

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Parks offer a wide variety of fun things to do in different settings and with levels of difficulty. When you plan your trip, match the interests and physical fitness of your group with the activities you choose. You do not want to push yourself or your group members to hike, climb, or explore beyond their physical abilities—that's when injuries are more likely to occur.

State Parks Junior Ranger Program Activity Books, Information and Resources

2019-06-22T07:00:00+00:00

Junior Ranger activity books, environmental games, and coloring sheets are free to view, share, and download. All activities can be fun for any type of group and played anywhere. You will need to keep in mind the age and maturity of the group and adjust accordingly. Download National Park Service trip planning guide and checklist to help plan your trip. WebRanger, the National Park Service's online Junior Ranger program activity books are a free download too.

Explore Yellowstone National Park Activities, Information, and Resources

2019-06-22T07:00:00+00:00

Download Junior Ranger activity book to discover Yellowstone’s wonders—its geysers, hot springs, mudpots and fumaroles, waterfalls and wildlife. The National Park Service works to preserve Yellowstone for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of all people.

Glacier National Park Outdoor Exhibit Participation and Activities

2019-06-22T07:00:00+00:00

Plan a trip to discover Glacier's hiker paradise with over 700 miles of trails, for adventurous visitors seeking wilderness and solitude. Start your own adventures with the Junior Ranger activity book Fill in the nature word puzzles at each site to experience Glacier's pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains, and spectacular lakes.

Explore, Watch, Be Bear Aware Activities and eBooks

2019-06-11T04:52:41+00:00

Explore bears and bison in parks, download eBooks and activity worksheets learning the varying characteristics by profiling bears in different parks. While bears of the same species might look similar, everything from their coloring, diet and sleeping patterns depend on the bear and its location. For example, a bear’s diet varies depending on what foods are available during a specific season in a specific region.

Junior Ranger Centennial Pledge, Activity Book and Badge

2019-06-11T01:21:49+00:00

A “centennial” is a 100th birthday or anniversary. In 2016, the National Park Service launched a new junior ranger program for all to learn about the importance of one of the country's most recognized public agencies. Even though the Centennial has passed, you can still download the Centennial Junior Ranger Activity Book and then print it out to complete. Fill out as much of the booklet as you can and then email it for a ranger to review.