The junior ranger program engages youth in learning through participating in park educational programs, completing a junior ranger booklet, and completing a park stewardship project. Youth learn about career opportunities in natural resource conservation and gain an appreciation of their cultural and natural heritage. The parks below currently offer junior ranger programs. Please use the 'Find a park' dropdown to the left to contact the park office to participate.
Goose Creek State Park
Hammocks Beach State Park
Hanging Rock State Park
Jockey's Ridge State Park
Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
Mount Mitchell State Park
New River State Park