Junior Forester Program (8-12yrs)
11250 Pisgah Hwy
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
USA
Thursdays, June 20th – August 8; 10:30am – 12:00pm (excluding July 4th)
The Junior Forest Ranger (JFR) program is an exciting way for young people to explore their national forests and grasslands. The JFR program uses Forest Service science and practices to encourage girls and boys ages 8-12 to enjoy and appreciate nature. Programs run weekly on Thursdays, June 13 – August 8, 10:30am – 12pm. Caregivers are not required to attend but are always welcome. The Cradle of Forestry in America heritage site is nestled in the Blue Ridge mountains and is a great place to enjoy nature education, hiking trails, and a day of family fun! Pre-registration is required and spaces are limited, call (828) 877-3130.
Program Info:
Each Thursday, Junior Foresters will investigate and explore the outdoors, learning about a range of topics from forestry, forest sciences, outdoor ethics and stewardship. Each child receives a Junior Forester booklet and badge upon taking the “Conservation Pledge” at the end of the program. Children can come to one or all eight programs! Parents with younger children can sign up for our Woodsy Owl’s Curiosity Club, ages 4-7 which takes place at the same time as the Jr. Forester program.
Program Fee:
The program costs $5 per child and $3 for any accompanying adult. Accompanying adults with a Friends of the Cradle Season Pass or federal pass such as America the Beautiful or Golden Age pass are free.
What To Bring:
Some light hiking may take place during these programs, so the following items are recommended for children and accompanying adults to wear and/or bring:
Sturdy, close-toed shoes
Small backpack
Sunscreen
Water bottle
Raincoat
Weekly themes for 2019: TBD
Reservations are required! Please call (828)877-3130 or stop by the Cradle of Forestry to register! Learn more at https://cradleofforestry.com/event/summer-junior-forester-2/all/.