Acadia National Park - Junior Ranger Programs

Are you planning a visit to Acadia National Park? Do you want to have fun while learning about the plants, animals, rocks, and history of the park?

If so, Acadia National Park"s Junior Ranger Program is for you! It is an exciting way for kids of all ages to explore the park"s natural and historical wonders. What is a junior ranger? [top of page] A junior ranger is trained by attending ranger programs and completing activities in a workbook, and promises to take care of Acadia National Park. It is a great way to learn and have fun in the park! When you are a junior ranger, you will be able to teach others about how to take care of nature. How do you become a junior ranger? [top of page]

When you arrive in Acadia National Park, stop by the visitor center, nature center, or one of the park campgrounds to purchase your junior ranger booklet. There is a booklet for ages 8 and older and another for ages 7 and younger. You will then be ready to begin your junior ranger training! Complete activities in the booklet and attend ranger programs, then take the completed booklet back to the visitor center, nature center, or park campgrounds. A park employee will check your answers, sign your booklet and give you an official Acadia National Park Junior Ranger patch. You can take it home and show all your friends!! (Be sure to tell your mom and dad that we have a Senior Ranger Program too—for anyone over 18.)