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Junior Ranger Discovery Club: Explore, Learn, Protect
October 1, 2026 · Source: National Park Service
Calling all future Junior Rangers! Get ready to travel back in time, uncover amazing stories, and discover what life was really like during the Civil War! At the Junior Ranger Discovery Club, every meeting is a new adventure. Collect Civil War trading cards, investigate what soldiers and families ate, discover what Civil War uniforms and equipment can tell us about the people who wore them, and try fun, hands-on activities that bring history to life. Complete challenges, ask questions, make discoveries, and learn how Junior Rangers can help protect the historic places and stories found in our national parks. Explore the past. Learn something new. Protect our parks. And have fun doing it! Recommended Ages: 8–12
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