What kind of programs does Kennesaw Mountain have for kids?

Kids can complete the Junior Ranger Program and earn a badge. They can walk some of the 18 miles of the interpretive trails and during the summer months watching the artillery demonstrations that are always a favorite. Scouts can earn patches by hiking the trails or conducting a service project. For more information contact the visitor center at 770-427-4686.

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is offering two Summer day camps:

Down on the Farm - June 27-30, 2011

This camp focuses on farm life before, during, and after the 1864 Battle of Kennesaw Mountain. Campers will discover the basics of Civil War era clothing and hygiene and practice homesteading skills like candle and soap making, food preparation and other Victorian farm family skills.

Outdoor Thrills and Skills - July 11-15, 2011

Conducted in conjunction with REI, this camp teaches kids orienteering, map and compass navigation, biking skills, back country cooking, hiking skills, historic geocaching, outdoor photography and botany.

•  Camps are held from 9AM-4PM
  
  
•  Children must be between the ages of 9-12 at the time of camp enrollment.
  
  
•  Cost for the camps are $150.00 for Down on the Farm and $175.00 for Outdoor Thrills and Skills.
  
  
•  Both camps can be purchased for $300.00.
  
  
•  Space is limited, registration begins April 1st.
  

A flyer with this information can be downloaded below (requires Adobe Reader):

2011 Junior Ranger Summer Day Camp Registration Sheet

Junior Ranger Day Camp 2011 Flyer