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Pipestone National Monument
For Kids

Junior Ranger Program

A Junior Ranger Activity Booklet is available at the visitor center. There are 2 booklets: one for ages 7 & under and one for ages 8 & older. 

You will explore the Circle Trail, the museum and the petroglyphs with your family, looking for clues that will help you complete the booklet. If you need assistance or have questions a Park Ranger at the visitor center will assist you. 

Upon completion, you will receive a Junior Ranger certificate and a Junior Ranger badge.

This program offers fun for both children and adults while exploring and learning about Pipestone National Monument and its resources. 

For online fun activites to help you learn more about National Park Services and their resources - check out the NPS Webrangers at: www.nps.gov/webrangers/   

George Catlin  

Did You Know?
George Catlin was the first European-American to visit the pipestone quarries at Pipestone National Monument in 1836. A geologist dubbed the soft clay stone "Catlinite" after Catlin sent it to him for analysis.
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Last Updated: March 11, 2009 at 12:32 EST