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Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument
For Kids
 

Junior Ranger Program


Kids can earn their Junior Ranger badge or patch by participating in our Junior Ranger program. To participate in the junior ranger program, you must obtain a Junior Ranger Activity Book from the visitor center. Complete the activities in the book and then check in with a ranger at the desk. The average time for kids to complete the junior ranger book is 2 hours.

 
children looking at fossils working towards their Junior Ranger badges
Cliff and Jean Dickey
Children participating in a special Junior Ranger program.
Photo of two elk grazing in a grassy meadow  

Did You Know?
Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument provides excellent habitat for a variety of mammals including bears, mountain lions, porcupines, ground squirrels, and a small herd of elk.

Last Updated: November 17, 2007 at 16:07 EST