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Keweenaw National Historical Park A young boy stands on the frozen surface of Torch Lake near the Calumet & Hecla Stamp Mills in Lake Linden.
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Keweenaw National Historical Park
For Kids
A ranger helps young visitors identify copper in rocks.
NPS Photo, Dan Johnson.
A ranger helps young visitors look at the different types of rocks found in the park.
 
During the summer, park staff provide ranger-guided programs specifically designed for kids. Junior Ranger programs have concluded for the 2010 season but the information below is provided for reference for future trip planning.

Junior Ranger Program
Learning about history can be fun! Children ages 8-12 can join a ranger for a program filled with engaging activities. Junior ranger stickers will be given to each child who attends. This program will also help kids earn their Junior ranger badge! All children should wear sturdy shoes and bring water to drink. 1.5 hours and .5 mile. Meet in front of Keweenaw History Center on Red Jacket Road in Calumet.

Some of the Keweenaw Heritage Sites may also offer attractions and activities for kids during the summer. Check with the park for the most up-to-date details.

 
Keweenaw National Historical Park junior ranger badge

Junior Ranger Program
Keweenaw National Historical Park now has a Junior Ranger book. You can download a copy here (caution, large file - 10MB) or request that a copy be mailed to you. Once you have finished the book, you can bring it with you when you visit the park or mail it in to receive your badge.

 
Image of the WebRanger page.

You may also want to check out the National Park Service WebRanger program for kids who are interested in learning more about national parks online.

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The Nordberg Steam Hoist, the largest steam hoist in the world, once lowered miners 9,260 feet down into the shafts of the Quincy Mine.

Did You Know?
To reach 9,260 feet down into the shafts of the Quincy copper mine, the world's largest steam-driven hoist was built in 1918. The Nordberg Steam Hoist and its reinforced concrete building, with brick veneer and Italian-tiled walls, cost over $370,000 but was used for only eleven years.
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Last Updated: January 06, 2012 at 14:05 MST