Great Outdoors: Junior Park Ranger Program at Guasti

Join San Bernardino County Regional Parks for a educational Junior Park Ranger Program on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park for workshops and a live animal presentation. The Junior Park Ranger Program is designed for youth to experience the day of a park ranger and identify the tasks and responsibilities while highlighting some of the skills and challenges faced on a day-to-day basis. At the end of the workshops, each participant will receive a junior park ranger certificate, badge and hat to keep. All ages are welcome. Admission is $10 per vehicle. Please note, comfortable clothing, sturdy shoes, water and snacks will be needed for this four-hour event. Sunscreen and hats are highly recommended.

WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

1. 10 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.: Welcome and Registration
   • Participants check in and receive their Junior Ranger booklets and info.
   • Introduction to the day’s activities and safety guidelines.
2. 10:15 a.. – 11:00 a.m.: Station 1: Nature Hike and Wildlife Observation
   • Guided hike through the park’s trails.
   • Learn about local flora and fauna.
   • Wildlife spotting and identification.
3. 11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: Station 2: Environmental Education Workshop
   • Interactive session on conservation and the importance of protecting natural habitats.
   • Activities include: skills in keeping the park clean and learning about recycling.
4. 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Station 3: Outdoor First Aid for Animals and Friends
   • Basic Skills on how to administer basic first aid and how a Park Ranger handles a first aid situation.
   • Hands-on activities and demonstrations.
5. 12 p.m.- 12:30 p.m.: Station 4: Junior Ranger Challenges
   • Fun and educational challenges and games.
   • Activities include: Untangle The Duck, What’s Trash, and TBD.
6. 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.: Wildlife Adventure Presentation 
   • Participants enjoy learning about various animals during the 45-minute show.
   • Petting and pictures with animals as time and presenter permits.
7. 1:30 p.m. – 2p.m.: Closing Ceremony
   • Participants share their experiences and what they’ve learned.
   • Presentation of Junior Ranger certificates, hats and badges.
   • Group photo and farewell.