Education » Junior Rangers
The Junior Ranger Program is a fun way for children to explore a park with their family, scouts troop or youth group.
• Children attend park ranger programs, complete an activity booklet and do a stewardship project.
• Children gain an appreciation of North Carolina's cultural and natural heritage and learn about careers in natural resources.
• A different Junior Ranger patch is awarded at each park!
Example Activity
The parks below currently offer junior ranger programs.
Carolina Beach State Park, 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 Pettigrew State Park, South Mountains State Park