The official guide to the Junior Ranger program at Great Smoky Mountains National Park comes packed full of fun activities designed to introduce kids of all ages to the Smokies as they look, listen, map, notice, tell, consider, dance, play, seek, wonder, predict, observe, study, act, hike, and share! Kids can be officially sworn in as Junior Rangers at any park visitor center after completing at least five activities and five experiences in the guide with help from a team including a parent or guardian. This 9″ x 12″ stapled booklet includes 38 illustrated pages with tear-out bookmark and postcard. Developed by NPS staff at Great Smoky Mountains National Park with support from Smokies Life and assistance from the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Cherokee Speakers Council. Illustrations by Jesse White.

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