Junior Rangers at the Pond
Discover what animals and plants live around water and earn a Junior Ranger badge.
About this Event
Have you ever wanted to learn more about the ponds and critters at Mueller State Park? Investigate aquatic life in the park, become a Junior Ranger and collect a dragonfly keychain.
Geared toward ages 6-12, but all are welcome. Children and their grown ups should attend together.
Meet at Peak View Trail. There is limited parking at Peak View trailhead. Homestead trailhead and the Comfort Station are close by and have extra parking.
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