News Release

Ranger Camp

Date: May 15, 2019

We’re Looking for a Few Good Rangers! – Sign up for Junior Ranger Summer Camp!

Vicksburg National Military Park invites children to discover the fascinating history of the Civil War era by attending the annual Vicksburg National Military Park Junior Ranger Summer Camp (ages 8-12) and Ranger in Training Camp (ages 13-16). The Junior Ranger Camp will be held twice this summer- Monday, June 24th to Friday, June 28th and Monday, July 15th to Friday, July 19th, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. The Ranger in Training Camp will be held once, June 17, to June 21.

Both camps are free, but space is limited to 25 applicants per session. Registration is required. The application deadline is midnight, Monday, June 1st. Selection will be by a lottery system. The selectees will be notified on Friday, June 7th.
This summer’s Junior Ranger Camp will explore the cultural resources of Vicksburg National Military Park through a series of demonstrations and activities led by artisans, historians, and musicians from this region.

Applications can be picked up at the Vicksburg National Military Park Visitor Center daily from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. For further information contact Nikki Anderson at 601-636-0583 or [e-mail].