Do you love the Junior Ranger program and collecting Badges? We learned about the junior ranger program and badges at Glacier National Park about 5 years ago. We have been collecting with our Junior Rangers ever since. Where to get badges? Junior ranger badges are a big thing throughout the NPS but you can earn badges at State parks, Wildlife refuges, heritage sites, national trails and forests. This interactive map will help you locate all the great badge locations!
Junior Ranger Badges are for Kids of all Ages!
Junior Ranger badges are not just for kids. The Jr. Ranger Program allows kids of all ages to earn badges. (Yes, Adults can participate and earn a Jr. Ranger Badge. Some parks even have a Senior Ranger book created just for adults! One of our favorite things about the Junior ranger program are the activities, they help you slow down, explore and learn more about the park.
Where to Collect Junior ranger Badges?
Where to get Badges? The following link has been a great tool. We have utilized this map to find locations with badges during our travels. Find the interactive map located here.
Junior Ranger Gear and Display Ideas!
Our kids love adding a new badge to their vest and showing them off during a park visit. You can purchase vests and hats directly from a NPS store. Below are some great alternatives we have found to display your badges.
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Thanks for the great article!