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Guadalupe Mountains National Park A good hike and a good picnic lunch!
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Guadalupe Mountains National Park
Be A Junior Ranger

Become a Junior Ranger at Guadalupe Mountains National Park! Pick up a workbook at the Headquarters Visitor Center, then choose from a variety of fun and educational activities. Learn about the park's colorful history, study its unique fossils, and take a close look at its native plants and numerous animal inhabitants. Other activities, such as attending a ranger program, taking a hike, or visiting the stage ruins, may substitute for an activity in the workbook.
Complete any 3 activities to earn a certificate and a badge, complete 6 activities and receive a certificate, badge, and a patch!

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Indian Paintbrush

Did You Know?
The fiery, red-orange tips of the Indian Paintbrush are bracts of the plant that conceal the actual flowers. Most if not all paintbrush species are hemiparisitic, and depend on other plants to supply water and nutrients.

Last Updated: April 14, 2011 at 11:58 MST