Special Event

Event

Junior Ranger Day

Shenandoah National Park

Fee:

Free.

Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, April 27, 2024

Time:

9:00 AM

Duration:

8 hours

Type of Event

Children’s Program
Other
Talk

Description

National Junior Ranger Day is always a fun part of National Park Week. Kids (and adults) of all ages are invited to become a Junior Ranger during the national day and any day of the year! 

Special Junior Ranger Day Programs

Dickey Ridge Visitor Center (mile 4.6)

Ranger Talk” (11:00 a.m.) – Join a ranger to learn about Shenandoah National Park in this short, family-friendly talk. 20 minutes

"Junior Ranger Touch Table" (12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.) – Hands-on, interactive displays. Dickey Ridge Visitor Center. Outside if weather permits, inside if the weather is adverse.

Byrd Visitor Center (mile 51)

Ranger Talk” (11:30 a.m.) – Join a ranger to learn about Shenandoah National Park in this short, family-friendly talk. Meet on the patio in front of the visitor center. 20 minutes

"Ranger Talk" (1:30 p.m.) – Join a ranger to learn about Shenandoah National Park in this short, family-friendly talk. Meet on the patio in front of the visitor center. 20 minutes

Junior Ranger Patio Program” (2:30 p.m.) – Special Junior Ranger kid-friendly program. Meet on the patio in front of the visitor center. 20 minutes. 30-45 minutes

Bells & Whistles” (10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) – A Park fire engine and ambulance will be on display in the Byrd Visitor Center parking lot for all to enjoy!

"Junior Ranger Touch Table" (10:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.) – Furs, skulls, and other cool stuff to interact with! 


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