Government Canyon State Natural Area - Junior Ranger Academy
- When: Friday, December 26, 2025, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 12861 Galm Rd., San Antonio, TX 78254
- Cost: Park entry fee: $6 per person ages 13+
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Take a hike, make wildlife observations, use magnifiers to search for decomposers, and learn to Leave No Trace as you complete activities that will result in being sworn in as TPWD Junior Rangers. You’ll walk less than one mile and work together on activities in a journal. 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 6-12 year olds. 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 is a public program intended for families. If you would like to bring a group for a program at Government Canyon, please contact the Park Interpreter to schedule at a different time.
Where to Meet:
This activity meets in the Picnic Pavilion, near the Visitor Center. Lot A will be the closest parking. There is a paved path leading from the parking lot to the Pavilion, a distance of about 120'. The Pavilion is near an accessible restroom.
- Website: tpwd.texas.gov
- Contact Phone: (210) 688-9055
- Contact Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Informational & Tours
How to Prepare:
Registration is NOT required for this activity, but arrive early. Saturdays can be very busy, and there is often a long line at the Fee Booth.
The event is free but entrance fees to the Natural Area do apply. We often fill to capacity. To ensure entrance and save time at the Fee Booth, please pre-purchase and print out a day pass.
Cancellation:
This program is weather-dependent and subject to cancellation. Check trail conditions by calling GCSNA's main office at 210-688-9055, or visit the GCSNA webpage, Instagram, or Facebook.
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