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.
"Explore, Learn, and Protect!"
The Junior Ranger motto is recited by children around the country; each taking an oath of their own to protect parks, continue to learn about parks, and share their own ranger story with friends and family.
Kids you can be a Junior WEB RANGER even if you are not able to visit a National Park. You will become a member of a growing group of 'KIDS' and young people who are interested in the world around them and involved with their nation's heritage. Visit the Official Website to start your journey. Set up your Ranger Station and you're ready to explore your National Parks.
All About Bats - Learn more about one of the coolest creatures in the world!
SEAC Junior Ranger Archeologist Program Book - For the Southeast Archeological Center.
Junior Ranger Eclipse Explorer - Join Bill Nye the Science Guy, and Ranger CaLisa on their ecliptic path through this fun and educational book.
Junior Ranger Let's Go Fishing! Get reeled into fishing with the new Junior Ranger Let's Go Fishing! booklet.
Discovering the Underground Railroad - The history of the Underground Railroad is a story of human courage, endurance, and the belief of individual freedom.
Junior Archeologist Book - Dig deeper and discover Archeology for Kids!
Junior Cave Scientist Book - Explore the fascinating and fragile underground world of caves, learn about the National Park System, and complete fun educational activities.
Historic Preservation Act Jr. Ranger Booklet - In honor of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, you can become a Historic Preservation Junior Ranger.
Junior Ranger Night Explorer Book - Starry night skies are important parts of the special places the National Park Service protects.
Junior Ranger Underwater Explorer Book - Dive into the underwater realm of our National Parks. (Also available in Spanish!)
MWAC Junior Ranger Archeology Program - For the Midwest Archeological Center.
Centennial Junior Ranger Activity Book - Celebrate the wonder of our country's majestic national parks in this fun, informative, and adventure-filled booklet.
Junior Paleontologist Book - Unearth our planet's history, ancient plants, and animals while preserving our rich fossil heritage.
Wilderness Explorer - Explore our nation's wilderness, whether it is in a designated area, near your home, or just one you'd like to know more about!
Petersburg National Battlefield - Activity Booklet about the Siege of Petersburg.
Junior Forest Ranger - Adventure Guide and Activity Booklet
Junior Snow Ranger - A colorful publication that highlights themes such as safety, wildlife, winter ecology, recreation, and the joy of winter fun.
Songs for Junior Rangers - Last year, more than 800,000 children became Junior Rangers! In addition, the "Songs for Junior Rangers" CD has been awarded the Gold Seal from the Parent's Choice Foundation in Spring 2013. This set includes a 20-page illustrated booklet of lyrics and photos, and a poster map.
Find Junior Ranger pages for specific parks - A list of links to Junior Ranger details for each park who has their Junior Ranger information online.
Enjoy activities by yourself, with friends or with your family! Be sure to visit one of the nation's 400+ National Park Service sites and commemorate 100 years of service!
Download the trip planning guide and checklist. Make your fun adventure a safe one too! No one plans to get hurt while out exploring in a National Park. However, nature is unpredictable, structures are historical, and your equipment can unexpectedly fail. Planning can be the key to a fun and safe adventure. Remember, safety starts with you!
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"Explore, Learn, and Protect!" The Junior Ranger motto is recited by children around the country; each taking an oath of their own to protect parks, continue to learn about parks, and share their own ranger story with friends and family.
Adventure Activity Resources
All downloads in this category include Junior Ranger activity books available in each state park. Explore additional subcategories with activities to download for special exhibits, events and National Park Service programs. Be sure to check out other articles in this section for links to resources, information and videos.
Public Downloads
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Public Downloads - Español (Spanish)
When available, we provide all our content with a Spanish version in our public download section. You can find additional material from sources listed in all our articles.
Download Web Ranger Activity Books
A Guide to Web Rangers Activities for Educators
DownloadSize 1.18 MB
All About Bats National Park Service Junior Ranger Activity Book
DownloadSize 7.75 MB
Archeologist National Park Service Junior Ranger Ages 6-12 Activity Book
DownloadSize 6.67 MB
Be a Citizen Scientist National Park Service Public Lands Junior Ranger Activity Book
DownloadSize 4.07 MB
Cave Scientist National Park Service Junior Ranger Activity Book
DownloadSize 12.34 MB
Centennial National Park Service Junior Ranger Activity Book
DownloadSize 3.59 MB
Eclipse Explorer National Park Service Junior Ranger Activity Book
DownloadSize 21.18 MB
Let's Go Fishing National Park Service Junior Ranger Activity Book
DownloadSize 10.77 MB
National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 Turns 50 Activity Book
DownloadSize 6.93 MB
National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 Turns 50 Activity Book Toolkit and Answer Key
DownloadSize 3.7 MB
Night Explorer National Park Service Junior Ranger Activity Book
DownloadSize 19.54 MB
Paleontologist National Park Service Junior Ranger Ages 5-12 Activity Book
DownloadSize 13.8 MB
U.S. Forest Service Junior Forest Ranger Activity Book
DownloadSize 23.88 MB
U.S. Forest Service Junior Forest Ranger Adventure Guide
DownloadSize 23.88 MB
U.S. Forest Service Junior Forest Ranger Adventure Guide - Spanish
DownloadSize 4.6 MB
U.S. Forest Service Junior Snow Ranger Activity Book
DownloadSize 13.43 MB
Underground Railroad Network to Freedom National Park Service Junior Ranger Activity Book
DownloadSize 5.35 MB
Underwater Explorer National Park Service Junior Ranger Activity Book
DownloadSize 4.04 MB
Underwater Explorer National Park Service Junior Ranger Activity Book - Spanish
DownloadSize 38.38 MB
Virginia Web Ranger Petersburg National Battlefield Activity Booklet
DownloadSize 1.44 MB
Wilderness Explorers National Park Service Junior Ranger Activity Book
DownloadSize 3.84 MB
Download Yellowstone Junior Ranger Activities
Map of Yellowstone National Park
DownloadSize 3.67 MB
Yellowstone Junior Ranger National Park Activity Book 5-7
DownloadSize 2.45 MB
Yellowstone Junior Ranger National Park Activity Book 8-12
DownloadSize 2.87 MB
Yellowstone National Park 1938 Poster
DownloadSize 931.03 KB
Yellowstone National Park Bison Baby's First Steps Video
DownloadSize 679.67 MB
Yellowstone National Park Lodges
DownloadSize 6.86 MB
Yellowstone National Park Safety
DownloadSize 182.1 MB
Download Junior Ranger and State Park Program Activities, Information, and Resources
Download Files: Multi-State Parks
Download Files: Songs for Junior Rangers
Download Files: State Parks
A List of Links to Find Junior Ranger Pages for Specific Parks
DownloadSize 217.85 KB
A List of National Trail Junior Ranger Programs
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Address and Contact Junior Ranger Badges and Patches
DownloadSize 93.03 KB
Find Junior Ranger Pages for Specific Parks
DownloadSize 218.14 KB
Independent State of Samoa Junior Ranger National Park of American Samoa Activity Book Samoan Version
DownloadSize 31.67 MB
Independent State of Samoa Junior Ranger National Park of American Samoa English Activity Book
DownloadSize 7.62 MB
Junior Ranger Book Morse Code
DownloadSize 44.9 KB
Junior Ranger Certificate Printing Guide
DownloadSize 661.29 KB
NASA Spaceflight Explorer Junior Ranger Activity Book
DownloadSize 6.74 MB
United States Territory of Guam Junior Ranger War In The Pacific National Historical Park Activity Book
DownloadSize 7.06 MB
Where to Request Badges and Patches
DownloadSize 92.69 KB
Download National Park Information and Resources
All National Registry of Natural Landmarks Listing by State and County
DownloadSize 570.89 KB
Do Not Feed Wildlife Poster
DownloadSize 225.98 KB
Every Kid in a Park Logo
DownloadSize 112.91 KB
Frederick Douglass Hat National Park Service Teaching with Museum Collections Lesson Plan
DownloadSize 154.77 KB
Introduction to World Heritage
DownloadSize 1.01 MB
Map Learning Park Symbols
DownloadSize 101.24 KB
Map of Recreational Visitors at each National Park
DownloadSize 571.43 KB
Map of Yellowstone National Park
DownloadSize 3.67 MB
National Park Service Definitions for Fire and Wildfire
DownloadSize 357.84 KB
National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes
DownloadSize 761.21 KB
The Roland W Robbins Excavations 1948-1953 Massachusetts Archaeology Saugus Iron Works eBook
DownloadSize 16.45 MB
Trip Planning Guide National Park Service
DownloadSize 1.81 MB
Washington DC National Mall Map
DownloadSize 2.3 MB
Download Environmental and Educational Activity Guides, Information, and Resources
A National Park Service Index 2012-2016
DownloadSize 6.24 MB
All Seasons Safety Activity Book
DownloadSize 8.45 MB
An Overview of Nature eBook
DownloadSize 43.9 MB
Do Not Feed Wildlife Poster
DownloadSize 225.98 KB
Environmental Games and Activities
DownloadSize 3.4 MB
Finding My Forest Tools to Re-connect with Nature Education Activity Guide
DownloadSize 3.54 MB
History of the National Park Service from Wikipedia
DownloadSize 1.05 MB
History of Women In the National Park Service
DownloadSize 538.42 KB
Leave No Trace Activity Playbook
DownloadSize 12.41 MB
Spend Time in Nature Parent Guide
DownloadSize 375.16 KB
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