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Jewel Cave National MonumentNailhead spar crystal (NPS Photo)
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Jewel Cave National Monument
For Kids

for kids includes:

Be A Junior Ranger
Park Fun
 

There are many ways for kids to explore Jewel Cave National Monument. You can download a crossword, scavenger hunt, and word searches to take with you on your trip to Jewel Cave, and kids ages 5-12 can participate in the Junior Ranger Program. Follow the links to learn more!
Calcite Spar Crystal/NPS file photo  

Did You Know?
The “jewels” of Jewel Cave are calcite spar crystals. Calcite, which is about as hard as your fingernail, is too soft to be considered a true jewel.

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Last Updated: August 26, 2008 at 12:45 EST