Junior Ranger

Fish and Feathers Intern Leona explaining the fishing poles at a Jr Angler Fishing Clinic

NPS/ L. Blizzard

Become a Junior Ranger at Niobrara National Scenic River!

By becoming a Junior Ranger, you become part of an American tradition. The effort you display shows that you've made a commitment to explore, learn about, and protect the things that make the Niobrara a national treasure.

The booklet is designed for ages 5 -12, but all are welcome to participate. You may pick one up at our Visitor Center in Valentine or at Smith Falls State Park. Once you've finished the activities, you may bring it by our visitor center or mail it in to receive your very own Junior Ranger Badge. Distance Junior Rangers are welcome—you don't have to visit the Niobrara NSR to complete the booklet (but we think you'll want to afterward!). Contact us, and we'll mail a booklet to you.

 

Junior Ranger Programs

Visit the Visitor Center in Valentine or catch a Ranger outside to find out more about becoming a Junior Ranger and our upcoming activities. You can also check out our calender to see what we have coming up.