Junior Ranger Program | Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™: Hill Country, TX

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Junior Ranger Program

Become a Junior Ranger

Purpose: To make responsible residents of planet earth, by recognizing that the earth is our home and we share it with many others - from plants to people - with a goal to instill a true sense of stewardship in the next generation by following the “Leave no trace” principles, and make this world a better place for everyone, from fellow campers to Yogi Bear™ and all his friends!

1 .Plan Ahead and Prepare
2. Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
3. Dispose of Waste Properly
4. Leave What You Find
5. Minimize Campfire Impacts
6. Respect Wildlife
7. Be Considerate of Other Visitors

Junior Ranger Program

What is the Junior Ranger Program?

A fun and educational program designed to teach kids about stewardship, responsibility, and protecting the outdoors through the “Leave No Trace” Seven Principles. By participating in special weekend events, kids can earn a badge and join Yogi Bear™ and friends in making the world a better place.

How to Earn Your Badge

To become an official Junior Ranger, kids must participate in at least 3 of the 5 scheduled activities during a Junior Ranger Weekend. After completing these, they’ll receive a graduation certificate and have their Junior Ranger Badge mailed to them!

Program Cost & What's Included

Registration is $50 per child and includes a Junior Ranger drawstring bag, journal, pen, hat, badge (earned), and exclusive weekend activities. Open to all, but best suited for ages 6–12.

Junior Ranger Weekend Schedule

Each weekend follows a 5-activity structure, including an initiation ceremony, skill training, nature craft, teamwork challenge, and a graduation ceremony with s’mores! Activities are only revealed to registered participants to keep the program special.

2025 Weekend Dates & Monthly Themes

Each Junior Ranger Weekend focuses on a different “Leave No Trace” principle.

Apr 25–27: Plan Ahead and Prepare
May 16–18: Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
Jun 13–15: Dispose of Waste Properly
Jul 18–20: Leave What You Find
Aug 15–17: Minimize Campfire Impacts
Sep 19–21: Respect Wildlife
Nov 7–9: Be Considerate of Other Visitors

Can’t make it? No problem! Junior Rangers can earn extra Principle Pins by completing fun at-home assignments emailed monthly. A parent or guardian must sign off, and completed challenges can be submitted via email or mail.

Register Now!

Ready to become a Junior Ranger? Fill out the form below to join the program and get access to exclusive events, gear, and your official badge!

Register Here to Become a Junior Ranger!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far away is your Texas campground from Austin?

Lucky for you, we offer some of the best camping near Austin, because our Camp-Resort is located only a little over an hour away. We also offer some of the best RV camping and cabin rentals near Austin, with 10+ accommodation types!

What's included in the resort fee?

Our daily resort fee helps us maintain and improve the variety of amenities and activities available for you to enjoy during your stay like mini golf, playground, and more. We want each guest to have a fun and memorable experience, and this small fee supports our efforts to continually improve and expand these offerings.

What makes you one of the best campgrounds in Texas for families?

We’re known as one of the best family campgrounds in Texas due to the countless activities and attractions we have to offer! If you’re looking for a Texas campground with a water park and pools, you’ve come to the right place. Our Water Playground is great for kids and features various water blasters, cannons, and slides, while our 3 spacious swimming pools are perfect for kids and adults alike! We also have a jumping pillow, mini golf, themed events, and more! You can view all of our attractions here.

Do you offer Winter Texan/snowbird camping at your Texas camping resort?

Yes, we do! We offer a variety of long term accommodations, making our Camp-Resort one of the best extended stay campgrounds in Texas. If you’re looking for a monthly RV park in Texas that has numerous RV site types to choose from, we’ve got you covered. We also have numerous cabin types for those who don’t own an RV, but would still like to enjoy snowbird camping in Texas. You can learn more about our monthly campground here.

Does your Canyon lake campground offer tubing or any cabin rentals or campsites near the lake?

We do! Unfortunately, we don't have any sites on the river, but we offer plenty of different options to get you on it! For Canyon Lake river tubing we offer a shuttle service to take you to and from the Guadalupe river!

We are looking to experience Texas glamping at its finest. What accommodations do you recommend?

Great choice! We offer the best glamping in Texas and have 9 luxury cabin types, plus accommodations that can sleep up to 16 people. Cabin amenities include full bathrooms, kitchens, private bedrooms, porches, and more! View all of our Texas cabin rental options here.