Children can listen for crickets, take a bat walk, do a soil experiment, draw themselves as a ranger, look for a den tree, imagine themselves as a deer, or play log tag. When at least half of the activities in the booklet are completed, the child receives a colorful patch and a certificate. The program is designed so that a child may do a different activity booklet each year, from kindergarten through sixth grade. These activities help children develop an awareness and appreciation of the natural world. With increased understanding, children develop a sense of stewardship toward Wisconsin's natural resources.
Children complete at least half of the activities in the booklet at the parks, forests, or at home.
Turn in the Check-Off form found in the booklet to one of the participating properties. The child will receive a patch and certificate. Activities in the booklet may be copied for use in the classroom or other group activities. Yellowstone For more information on this topic, ask Debbie Beringer , Chief Naturalist.