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Shenandoah National Park
Ranger Programs
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Explore Shenandoah with a Ranger
Ranger-guided programs give visitors the opportunity to explore the wonders of the park with a Ranger. Programs are offered in spring, summer, and fall.
Discover the many stories of Shenandoah's past, take a walk through the splendor of a unique mountain meadow, or learn about the many animals and plants that thrive in Shenandoah National Park.
FALL RANGER PROGRAMS
September 2 - October 26, 2008
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A - indicates an accessible program
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Programs will be cancelled in the event of lightning or extreme weather.
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Pets are not permitted on programs.
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Bring water and wear appropriate shoes for hikes.
Click here for a printable schedule.
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Dickey Ridge - mile 4.7 |
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Terrace Talk – Spend 10 minutes learning about a special feature of the park. Check at information desk for talk schedule. Dickey Ridge Visitor Center. |
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Check at Information Desk for Talk Schedule.
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Skyland Area – mile 41.7 and 42.5
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Junior Ranger Program – Unlock the mysteries of Shenandoah through fun and educational activities. Kids ages 7 and up. Parent/adult must accompany child. 1.5 hrs. Meet at Skyland Amphitheater.
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10 am
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Limberlost – Stories of change, hope, and loss are found in this dramatic forest. 1.3 miles. 1.5 hours. Meet at the Limberlost Trailhead (milepost 43).
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10 am
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10 am
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Discovery Walk – Explore what’s blooming, peeping, crawling, or singing this week! 1 hr. Meet at Skyland Amphitheater.
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10 am
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10 am
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Historic Massanutten Lodge – Tour the restored 1911 bungalow home of Addie Pollock and learn about the figures and forces of early Skyland Resort. 1 hour. Meet at Skyland Conference Hall (lower road).
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10:30 am
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10:30 am
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2:30 pm
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Wild About Bears – Learn about the unique lifestyle of Shenandoah’s largest mammals during this 20-minute talk. Skyland Dining Hall Terrace.
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1 pm
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1 pm
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1pm
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1 pm
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Shenandoah Secrets – Shenandoah holds many secrets just waiting to be discovered. Learn about one special feature in this 20-minute talk. Topics Vary. Skyland Dining Hall Terrace.
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1pm
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1 pm
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1 pm
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Stony Man Hike – Some of the most incredible views in Shenandoah are closer than you think! Wear sturdy shoes and bring water on this hike to the park’s second tallest peak. 1.6 miles. 2 hrs. Meet at Stony Man Trailhead (mile 41.7).
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2pm
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10 am
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2 pm
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Ancient Volcano Hike – Imagine fiery lava and rivers of molten rock in Shenandoah! Walk along the remains of an ancient volcanic rift. 2 miles. 2 hrs. Meet at Timber Hollow Overlook (mile 43.3).
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2:30 pm
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2:30 pm
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Evening Campfire Program – In September only, a ranger for this well-loved National Park Service tradition. Dress warmly for cold mountain nights. 45 minutes. Skyland Amphitheater.
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7:30 pm through Sept. 27 only
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Big Meadows Area – milepost 51
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Terrace Talk – Spend 10 minutes learning about a special feature of the park. Check at information desk for talk schedule. Byrd Visitor Center.
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Check at Information Desk for Talk Schedule.
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Kid’s Corner – Get to know Shenandoah a little better through a short activity. Ages 6 and under. Parent/adult must accompany child. 30 minutes. Meet at Byrd Visitor Center.
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9:30 am
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Rapidan Camp – Travel by bus to Rapidan Camp, President Herbert Hoover’s summer retreat. 3 hrs. 12-person limit. Reserve by phone (540-999-3283) or in person at Byrd Visitor Center.
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9 a.m.
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9 a.m.
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1:30 p.m.
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9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
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Live Birds of Prey – Meet live raptors and learn about their vital role in the ecosystem. 1 hr. Big Meadows Amphitheater.
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10 a.m.
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Appalachian Trail Hike – Hike a portion of this famous mountain trail and discover its fascinating stories. 2 miles. 2 hrs. Meet at Milam Gap Parking Area (mile 52.8).
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10 am
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2 pm
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More than a Meadow– Discover the wonders of a unique 130-acre meadow on this gentle walk. 1 mile. 1.5 hrs. Meet at Byrd Visitor Center.
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10:30 am
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3 pm
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Bucks, Does, and Fawns – They may look tame, but these wild animals can be unpredictable. Learn more about Shenandoah deer in this 20-minute talk. Byrd Visitor Center.
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11:30 a.m.
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11:30 a.m.
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Wild About Bears - Learn about the unique lifestyle of Shenandoah’s largest mammals during this 20-minute talk. Byrd Visitor Center.
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2 pm
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2 pm
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2 pm
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2 pm
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Shenandoah Secrets – Shenandoah holds many secrets just waiting to be discovered. Learn about one special feature in this 20-minute talk. Byrd Visitor Center.
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2 pm
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2 pm
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2 pm
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Junior Ranger Program – Unlock the mysteries of Shenandoah through fun and educational activities. Kids ages 7 and up. Parent/adult must accompany child. 1.5 hrs. Meet at Byrd Visitor Center.
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CCC Stroll – Celebrate 75 years of the Civilian Conservation Corps legacy. Take a short walk to the site of a CCC camp. 45 minutes. Meet at Byrd Visitor Center.
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3 pm
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3 pm
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Discovery Walk – Explore what’s blooming, peeping, crawling, or singing this week! 1 hr. Meet at Byrd Visitor Center.
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3 pm
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3 pm
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3 pm
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Evening Campfire Program – Join a ranger for this well-loved National Park Service tradition. Dress warmly for cold mountain nights. 45 minutes. Big Meadows Amphitheater.
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7:30 p.m.
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Loft Mountain – mile 79.5
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Wild About Bears - Learn about the unique lifestyle of Shenandoah’s largest mammals during this 20-minute talk. Loft Mountain Information Center.
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Discovery Walk – Explore what’s blooming, peeping, crawling, or singing this week! 1 hr. Meet at Loft Mountain Amphitheater.
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Evening Campfire Program – Join a ranger for this well-loved National Park Service tradition. Dress warmly for cold mountain nights. 45 minutes. Loft Mountain Amphitheater.
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7:30 p.m.
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Did You Know?
Hepatica is usually the first of many native wildflowers to bloom in the spring in Shenandoah National Park.
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Last Updated: September 08, 2008 at 09:55 EST |