Kids & Youth

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Ranger Tyler and some of Kobuk Valley's Junior Rangers get to experience how biologists learn about animals during a program.

NPS Photo/Cait Johnson

 
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Western Arctic National Parklands Junior Ranger book

Become a Junior Ranger

You don't have to visit the Northwest Arctic Heritage Center to be a Junior Ranger. Anyone can become a Kobuk Valley National Park Junior Ranger by printing a copy of the Western Arctic National Parklands Junior Ranger book, completing the activities and mailing the book back to the Northwest Arctic Heritage Center. Remember to print on both sides of the page or reuse old paper whenever possible.

The fun games and activities in the Junior Ranger book will help kids (and adults) learn about the natural wonders and culture of Northwest Alaska, and you can earn a Junior Ranger badge and a saber toothed tiger Junior Ranger patch.

During the summer, the Northwest Arctic Heritage Center offers a variety of kids program for local children and young visitors alike. Call the front desk or stop by the Visitor Center to see what is happening while you visit! You can take a sneak peek at some of our Junior Ranger programs in these videos highlighting some of our favorite activities.

Come to a Program

During the summer, the Northwest Arctic Heritage Center offers a variety of kids program for local children and young visitors alike.

Summer programs run from early June through mid-August and topics differ every week. Give us a call at (907) 442-3890 to check the schedule and find out about the current program.

Parents are always welcome to attend with their children. We request that young children be accompanied by an adult or older sibling.

We hope to see you here!

Call us at 907-442-3890 or visit our Facebook page for more information on what the week's programs are.

Last updated: March 1, 2024

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Mailing Address:

PO Box 1029
Kotzebue, AK 99752

Phone:

907 442-3890

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