Government Canyon State Natural Area - Junior Ranger Academy
- When: Saturday, July 25, 2026, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 12861 Galm Rd., San Antonio, TX 78254
- Cost: Park entrance fee $6 per person 13 yrs and older
Take a hike, make wildlife observations, use magnifiers to search for decomposers, and learn to Leave No Trace as we complete activities that will result in young rangers being sworn in as TPWD Junior Rangers. We’ll walk about one mile and work together on activities in our journals. Part of the program will be in the Pavilion, and part will occur on the trail.
All ages welcome, but this activity is best for ages 6 thru 12. Minors must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. No pets please.
This activity is limited to the first 20 children whose families check in with the Ranger. Additional children will have an opportunity to work on their own with their families and meet the Ranger after the program to be sworn in.
This activity meets in the Picnic Pavilion, near the Visitor Center. Lot A will be the closest parking.
- Website: friendsofgovernmentcanyon.org
- Contact Phone: (210) 688-9055
- Contact Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Category: Informational & Tours
Registration is NOT required for this activity, but please arrive on time. Late arrivals may be asked to take a self-guided hike and do the Junior Ranger activities on their own.
Though the event is free, entrance fees to the Natural Area do apply. To ensure entrance and save time at the Fee Booth, please pre-purchase and print out a day pass. Day passes can be reserved beginning one month before the date of your visit.
Cancellation:
This program is weather-dependent and subject to cancellation. Check trail conditions by calling GCSNA's main office at 210-688-9055, or go to the GCSNA webpage, Instagram, or Facebook.
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