The Junior Ranger program is an activity-based program, focusing on young visitors ages 5-13 (although children of all ages can complete the Junior Ranger book). The program invites youth to join the National Park Service family by giving childen the opportunity to explore and learn about their parks, and learn how they can help protect them today and into the future. Junior Ranger is an honor earned through completing a Junior Ranger book or attending a Junior Ranger program. Those who complete the book are awarded the coveted Little River Canyon National Preserve Junior Ranger badge, while those who attend a Junior Ranger program are awarded the Junior Ranger patch. Additionally, young visitors may attend an astronomy program and earn a Junior Ranger Night Explorer patch.
