Become a Saugus Iron Works Junior Ranger

The Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site Junior Ranger Badge

NPS/Saraceno

Work together or adventure on your own, this youth focused program is your one-page guide to your National Park! The Junior Ranger Guide can be completed in-person, online, or by using the National Park Service App. 

The program consists of prompts to "Explore!" "Learn!" "Protect!" and transforms the Junior Ranger into a group facilitator. Valuing time spent together, the guide provides 3 questions to create connections while leaving space to explore on your own time. With hundreds of years of history, from historic preservation, indigenous culture, to biodiversity, there is something for every adventurer to discover at Saugus Iron Works. 

To be a Junior Ranger, you need to: receive your badge, create your own adventure, and share what you found special with your exploration group! While designed and targeted towards youth visitors, Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site does not place age limitations on the program, anyone can be a Junior Ranger.

The Junior Ranger Guide is available in English and Spanish

Details

Duration

30-120 Minutes

Activity

Junior Ranger Program

Perspective Junior Rangers receive their official Junior Ranger badge and utilize The Junior Ranger Guide to create their own adventure learning about Saugus Iron Works. At the end of the adventure, share answers to 3 open-ended questions with you exploration group.  

Age(s)

The age of participants has a wide range. Designed with youth in mind, or to complete the program together, The Junior Ranger Guide provides options for all ages!  

Pets Allowed

Yes with Restrictions

Pets are not allowed in the visitor center, museum, or historic structures.

Activity Fee

No

There are no entrance fees for Saugus Iron Works and it is free to complete the Junior Ranger Program.

Location

Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

Complete the program by visiting Saugus Iron Works or from home utilizing the National Park Service App or Saugus Iron Works website.

Reservations

No

Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Copies of the Junior Ranger Guide are available at the Broadhearth Visitor Center from June to October. Please check the current visitor center hours before your visit.  

In the off season, contact us to receive your badge. 

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility Information

The museum and visitor center are fully accessible. The lower industrial site is accessible by both stairs and an inclined path. Park programs, films, and exhibits are accessible through a variety of means including captions, audio descriptions, and self-guided tours.