The rugged beauty of the badlands formations and glimpses of the park's diverse wildlife may inspire you to become more involved in preserving this special place. You can support the park by:

• volunteering
• being a park steward
• becoming a member of the Badlands Natural History Association (BNHA)
• bringing your family, a friend, or school group to the park
• buying a book or souvenir in the bookstore

Every year, 100 volunteers work in the park presenting education programs, assisting with maintenance projects, helping campers, or roving backcountry trails. If you enjoy sharing your time and talents, you may be able to become one of these valuable individuals.

While visiting the park, being a park steward means leaving the park in as good or better condition than you found it. Park stewards treat the land with respect, follow park regulations, pick up litter, and view wildlife from a safe distance.

Consider becoming a member of the Badlands Natural History Association (BNHA), a nonprofit organization that works with the National Park Service to further its scientific, educational, historical, and interpretive activities.

Enjoy the park and learn more about it by attending ranger-guided activities, hiking park trails, and visiting the Ben Reifel or White River Visitor Centers. To schedule an educational program for your organized group, contact the park's Education Specialist.

Buying a book or souvenir in the bookstore at the Ben Reifel Visitor Center or online at the BNHA website provides funding for park programs and publications.