The workbook gives us a chance to sit, read, and learn together. |
It also gives us a chance to explore the parks together. |
The boys completed the Everglades JR Ranger program and received their badges at the Shark Valley Visitor Center. This ranger was so enthusiastic and full of knowledge.
If you know me, you know I'm a crier. So when the boys are getting sworn in as Jr Rangers I listen but I have to look away or I will cry. It is so sweet to hear them say they will protect, respect, appreciate, continue to learn about, and share the joys of our National Parks. I'm teary eyed just thinking about it. Big Cypress Visitor Center was the next park on our Florida Park tour. Notice I am looking at a brochure to keep from crying.
Biscayne National Park is almost totally underwater. It was rainy, cold, and choppy seas the day we visited. Boo-Hiss. But we watched several park movies and played with all the touch table items before getting sworn in. The boys also received a patch saying they completed all 3 Southern Florida Park Jr Ranger programs!
Gulf Islands National Park is spread over 2 states. We visited the Florida district. This swearing in was after a great ranger led tour of Fort Barrancas. The ranger's dad was stationed in Pensacola Navy Station when the ranger was 10. That was before it was a National Park and before it was restored. He used to play there as a child. Awesome and informative tour!
In conclusion, if you have the opportunity to participate in Jr Ranger programs, do it! If not (or if you are an adult and you can't earn badges) check out the NPS Web Ranger Program. WebRangers A great way to travel the parks from home!
2 comments:
You guys look so tan. I'm glad your boys are getting this awesome experience.
Oh, Anna. You in that picture trying not to cry...
I'm totally going to be a ranger when I grow up.
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