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Virtual Junior Ranger Summer Camp: Kick Start to Summer

Youth pulling on a rope playing tug-of-war. — Youth enjoying the classic summer game: Tug-of-War!
NPS Photo, C&O Canal NHP

School's out!

Now that your summer vacation has officially begun, it's time that time of year—Kick Start to Summer! With this Virtual Junior Ranger (VJR) Summer Camp series (try saying that 5 times fast) you will get 5-days worth of activities you can do at your C&O Canal National Historical Park or even in your own backyard.

Do you enjoy exploring the outdoors? Playing new games with friends? Challenging your thinking skills with puzzles and riddles? There's an activity (or three!) to enjoy Monday through Friday. Wait are you waiting for? Grab a family member or friend and begin your jam-packed week of fun!

Directions: This program includes 5 different activities to kick start your summer fun! You can do the activities at your own pace and in your preferred order. Find outdoor activities, engage your creative side, and play games. Click an activity below to get started! Connect with us on social media and share your summer camp adventure by using the hashtags #CanalKidsVJR.

Get Outside!

Hike Billy Goat Trail

Choose your trail to hike this summer!
Fishing

Gone fishing? Find places you can do this popular summer activity at your C&O Canal.
Explorer Backpack

Build your own explorer backpack with this activity!