Discover the wonders of nature and become a Junior Ranger! Join Yogi Bear™ and friends for a weekend filled with outdoor adventures, educational activities, and fun for the whole family. Explore the campground, learn about wildlife, and earn your very own Junior Ranger badge. Plus, don't miss a special visit from the OSU Bugmobile, where you can get up close with amazing insects and learn all about the important role they play in nature. It's a perfect opportunity to connect with nature and create lasting memories.
Jun 01, 2026
Proceed to the flagpole at the Ranger Station for the morning Pledge with the bears! 🐻 The Pledge will begin immediately after the Wake Up!
Location: Flag Pole at the Ranger Station Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Start your morning at the Train Depot for a fun morning ride around the park! We’ll make as many trips as needed so everyone can join the fun.
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Turn nature into something adorable! Pick a pinecone and decorate it with felt, googly eyes, and fun forest details to create your very own woodland critter.
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
All aboard! Meet us at the Train Depot and hop on the Jellystone Park™ Express for a train ride through the park! 🐻
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Get creative at the Activity Center! Paint your own ceramic masterpiece while watching classic Yogi Bear™ and friends cartoons. Pieces available for purchase at a variety of prices. Don’t miss our NEW Bear Ceramics, perfect for artists of all ages! 🎨
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Head to the Bears Den to kick off your Junior Ranger adventure with a special meet & greet with Yogi Bear™! Stop by to say hello, snap a fun photo, and pick up your Junior Ranger Badge Checklist for the week. Yogi Bear™ can’t wait to meet all his new Ranger recruits and help you get started on your nature missions around the park. 🐻
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us in the Activity Center to craft your one-of-a-kind Jellystone Park™ tie-dye t-shirt! 💰
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Head to the Activity Center to create your very own Leaf or Bark Viewer, the ultimate Junior Ranger tool for exploring the forest! Decorate and assemble your viewer, then take it with you on a trail hike to identify trees.
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Want a special moment with Yogi Bear™ and friends? 🐻 Visit the Ranger Station before 3:00 PM to book your private bear visit! 💰📝
Location: Ranger Station Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
During Creek Critter Patrol, Junior Rangers will gently search for crayfish, minnows, tadpoles, and other tiny creek creatures. Using nets, observation cups, and sharp Ranger eyes, kids will discover the amazing wildlife that lives in our streams—then safely return each critter to its home.
Location: Front Gate Creek Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Gather ‘round the crackling fire at the Community Fire Pit for a sing-along experience! During Campfire Karaoke, campers can grab the mic and belt out their favorite songs under the stars.
Location: Community Firepit Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Jun 02, 2026
Proceed to the flagpole at the Ranger Station for the morning Pledge with the bears! 🐻 The Pledge will begin immediately after the Wake Up!
Location: Flag Pole at the Ranger Station Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Start your morning at the Train Depot for a fun morning ride around the park! We’ll make as many trips as needed so everyone can join the fun.
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Create your very own Ranger Shrinky Tag in the Activity Center! Draw and color a mini ranger badge, forest animal, or outdoor symbol on special Shrinky Dink film. Then watch the magic happen as it shrinks into a sturdy charm right before your eyes!
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
All aboard! Meet us at the Train Depot and hop on the Jellystone Park™ Express for a train ride through the park! 🐻
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Get creative at the Activity Center! Paint your own ceramic masterpiece while watching classic Yogi Bear™ and friends cartoons. Pieces available for purchase at a variety of prices. Don’t miss our NEW Bear Ceramics, perfect for artists of all ages! 🎨
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Stop by the Bears Den for a special meet & greet with Boo Boo™ as he proudly shows off his favorite nature treasures from the forest. 🐻
Location: Bears Den Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us in the Activity Center to craft your one-of-a-kind Jellystone Park™ tie-dye t-shirt! 💰
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Step into action, Junior Rangers—it’s time to put your outdoor skills, speed, and teamwork to the test! Join us for Ranger Relays, a fast-paced series of fun, nature-inspired challenges in Boo Boo Meadow.
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Want a special moment with Yogi Bear™ and friends? 🐻 Visit the Ranger Station before 3:00 PM to book your private bear visit! 💰📝
Location: Ranger Station Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us for Wild Winds Parachute Play on the Beach, where nature comes alive with color, movement, and big outdoor fun!
Location: Beach Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Cast your line and reel in something amazing during the Junior Ranger’s Big Catch Challenge. Any angler who lands a fish bigger than our special “Ranger Record” size earns a prize and a shout-out from the Ranger Team. Head to the Ranger Station porch by 7:10 pm to participate. *Fishing poles and/or gear not provided.
Location: Dogwood Lake Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Jun 03, 2026
Proceed to the flagpole at the Ranger Station for the morning Pledge with the bears! 🐻 The Pledge will begin immediately after the Wake Up!
Location: Flag Pole at the Ranger Station Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Start your morning at the Train Depot for a fun morning ride around the park! We’ll make as many trips as needed so everyone can join the fun.
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Head to the Activity Center to create your very own Campfire Hands craft! Use paint or colorful paper to turn your handprints into bright, glowing campfire flames.
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
All aboard! Meet us at the Train Depot and hop on the Jellystone Park™ Express for a train ride through the park! 🐻
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Get creative at the Activity Center! Paint your own ceramic masterpiece while watching classic Yogi Bear™ and friends cartoons. Pieces available for purchase at a variety of prices. Don’t miss our NEW Bear Ceramics, perfect for artists of all ages! 🎨
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Join Ranger Smith™ in Boo Boo™ Meadow for a warm welcome, quick chat, and a photo to remember your adventure!
Location: Boo Boo™ Meadow Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us in the Activity Center to craft your one-of-a-kind Jellystone Park™ tie-dye t-shirt! 💰
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Cool off with fast and fun pool games at the Resort Pool! Join the Ranger Team for splashy challenges, races, and the favorite Fox & Rabbit, where swimmers dash to safe zones before the foxes can tag them.
Location: Resort Pool Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Want a special moment with Yogi Bear™ and friends? 🐻 Visit the Ranger Station before 3:00 PM to book your private bear visit! 💰📝
Location: Ranger Station Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Step onto the Forest Fairway for a wild game of bucket golf with a Junior Ranger twist! Navigate your way through the course and along the way, draw Ranger Challenge Cards that add silly twists and test your skills! An activity for all ages to enjoy!
Location: Boo Boo™ Meadow Drive Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us for Candy Bar Bingo in the Activity Center! Play a few fun rounds of bingo with a sweet twist — winners take home their favorite candy bars! Bring your lucky charm and your sweet tooth for an evening full of laughs, treats, and family fun. Bring a full-sized candy bar and receive a BINGO card for each exchanged candy bar. Candy bars are available for purchase at the Ranger Station. 💰
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Jun 04, 2026
Proceed to the flagpole at the Ranger Station for the morning Pledge with the bears! 🐻 The Pledge will begin immediately after the Wake Up!
Location: Flag Pole at the Ranger Station Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Start your morning at the Train Depot for a fun morning ride around the park! We’ll make as many trips as needed so everyone can join the fun.
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Let your creativity take flight during Wingin’ It, a Junior Ranger Week craft where you’ll transform a simple paper plate into a colorful forest bird!
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
All aboard! Meet us at the Train Depot and hop on the Jellystone Park™ Express for a train ride through the park! 🐻
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Get creative at the Activity Center! Paint your own ceramic masterpiece while watching classic Yogi Bear™ and friends cartoons. Pieces available for purchase at a variety of prices. Don’t miss our NEW Bear Ceramics, perfect for artists of all ages! 🎨
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Dive into a whirlwind of foam, bubbles, and music! Kids can jump, dance, and play in a mountain of soft, soapy fun. It’s the bubbliest party of the week!
Location: Foam Pit Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us in the Activity Center to craft your one-of-a-kind Jellystone Park™ tie-dye t-shirt! 💰
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Join Boo Boo™ as he gets your started on a birdwatching adventure! Explore the park, spot colorful Ohio birds, and enjoy nature as a Junior Ranger. 🐻
Location: Ranger Station Porch Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Want a special moment with Yogi Bear™ and friends? 🐻 Visit the Ranger Station before 3:00 PM to book your private bear visit! 💰📝
Location: Ranger Station Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us in Boo Boo™ Meadow for a safe archery experience where kids shoot velcro-tipped arrows at bright bullseye targets. Our staff will guide participants through easy instructions, safety rules, and proper technique—making it perfect for beginners.
Location: Boo Boo™ Meadow Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Gather around the glowing campfire for a night of laughs and classic campground fun! Jump into teams or play as one big group as we take turns acting out silly farm-themed clues—no talking allowed!
Location: Community Firepit Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Jun 05, 2026
Proceed to the flagpole at the Ranger Station for the morning Pledge with the bears! 🐻 The Pledge will begin immediately after the Wake Up!
Location: Flag Pole at the Ranger Station Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Start your morning at the Train Depot for a fun morning ride around the park! We’ll make as many trips as needed so everyone can join the fun.
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Create your own bee-inspired Pollinator Pal cup craft. When you finish your craft, buzz over to a Ranger to show your Pollinator Pal and get a special treat for being a friend of nature!
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
All aboard! Meet us at the Train Depot and hop on the Jellystone Park™ Express for a train ride through the park! 🐻
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Search the park for 12 hidden QR codes! Scan each one to reveal a buzzing AR honeybee and a fun fact. Tap the bee to “catch” it and keep exploring! Download the Camper's App to play.
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Get creative at the Activity Center! Paint your own ceramic masterpiece while watching classic Yogi Bear™ and friends cartoons. Pieces available for purchase at a variety of prices. Don’t miss our NEW Bear Ceramics, perfect for artists of all ages! 🎨
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Meet Cindy Bear™ for a popping photo op! Strike a pose, smile big, and enjoy a small bag of “Cindy Bear™’s Kernels” popcorn to take along on your outdoor adventure. 🐻
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us in the Activity Center to craft your one-of-a-kind Jellystone Park™ tie-dye t-shirt! 💰
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Want a special moment with Yogi Bear™ and friends? 🐻 Visit the Ranger Station before 3:00 PM to book your private bear visit! 💰📝
Location: Ranger Station Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Kick off Junior Ranger Weekend by creating your very own wood-slice name badge in the Activity Center! Decorate your bark badge, add your ranger name, and wear it proudly as you set off on your weekend adventures. ***Be sure to pick up your Junior Ranger Badge Checklist so you can earn your badge before the weekend ends.
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Gather ‘round the crackling fire at the Community Fire Pit for a sing-along experience! During Campfire Karaoke, campers can grab the mic and belt out their favorite songs under the stars.
Location: Community Firepit Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us for Candy Bar Bingo in the Activity Center! Play a few fun rounds of bingo with a sweet twist — winners take home their favorite candy bars! Bring your lucky charm and your sweet tooth for an evening full of laughs, treats, and family fun. Bring a full-sized candy bar and receive a BINGO card for each exchanged candy bar. Candy bars are available for purchase at the Ranger Station. 💰
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Jun 06, 2026
Rise and shine — it’s time to Wake the Bears! Help us wake up Yogi Bear™, Boo Boo™, and Cindy Bear™ for the weekend at the Bears Den. Be sure to arrive by 9:10 am to participate! 🐻 Don’t forget to upgrade your experience with a souvenir photo and Jellystone Park™ picture frame! We’ll snap and print your picture with the bears so you can take home a sweet memory of your visit. 💰
Location: Bears Den Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Proceed to the flagpole at the Ranger Station for the morning Pledge with the bears! 🐻 The Pledge will begin immediately after the Wake Up!
Location: Flag Pole at the Ranger Station Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Start your morning at the Train Depot for a fun morning ride around the park! We’ll make as many trips as needed so everyone can join the fun.
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Gear up for adventure, Junior Rangers! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll build your own Nature Binoculars —perfect for spotting birds, bugs, and animal tracks around the campground. Then, create and customize your very own Ranger Field Journal, complete with your own personal flare. Use your journal to record your discoveries, sketch wildlife, and complete Junior Ranger challenges throughout the week. ***Be sure to pick up your Junior Ranger Badge Checklist so you can earn your badge before the weekend ends.
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
All aboard! Meet us at the Train Depot and hop on the Jellystone Park™ Express for a train ride through the park! 🐻
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Get creative at the Activity Center! Paint your own ceramic masterpiece while watching classic Yogi Bear™ and friends cartoons. Pieces available for purchase at a variety of prices. Don’t miss our NEW Bear Ceramics, perfect for artists of all ages! 🎨
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Crawl, flutter, and buzz on over for an unforgettable hands-on experience with the OSU Bugmobile! Meet real insects up close and learn amazing facts from the Ohio State University experts who care for them. From beetles and butterflies to giant walking sticks, campers of all ages will discover just how cool the world of bugs can be. Ask questions, touch (if you’re brave!), and explore the amazing creepy-crawly creatures that help our environment every day. It’s educational, exciting, and absolutely unforgettable—don’t miss it!
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Hop aboard for a splashtastic rolling adventure! Our wagon takes you on a lively loop filled with surprise sprays, water blasts, and silly soak zones. Be ready to get wet and laugh the whole ride through the 300s, 500s, and upper 100s.
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us in the Activity Center to craft your one-of-a-kind Jellystone Park™ tie-dye t-shirt! 💰
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Want a special moment with Yogi Bear™ and friends? 🐻 Visit the Ranger Station before 3:00 PM to book your private bear visit! 💰📝
Location: Ranger Station Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Adopt a racing duck and cheer it on as it splashes toward the end of the Long Blue Slide—all to support our local Humane Society! Each duck helps raise funds for animals in need, and the fastest ducks wins half the cash. Purchase ducks before 5:50 pm at the Ranger Station. 💰
Location: Long Blue Slide Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Dive into a whirlwind of foam, bubbles, and music! Kids can jump, dance, and play in a mountain of soft, soapy fun. It’s the bubbliest party of the week!
Location: Foam Pit Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Wrap up Junior Ranger Weekend with a dance party under the stars! Bring your completed Junior Ranger checklist to earn your official badge, then celebrate with a create-your-own trail mix and lemonade bar. Upgrade your experience with a Jellystone Park™ Mason jar for a souvenir! 💰 Slip on your glowing headphones, hit the dance floor, and party like a true Junior Ranger! 🐻
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
It's time to GLOW with the flow! Grab your GLOW sticks and wear your brightest gear, it's GLOW time at the Train Depot! This wagon is on a mission to GLOW where no wagon has GLOWed before!
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Jun 07, 2026
Wake up early for hot, fresh mini donuts! Choose fro several delicious flavors! 🐻💰 Prefer a lazy morning? Enjoy Donut Delivery starting at 8:30 am. Be sure to schedule your delivery at the Ranger Station by Friday night to secure your sweet wake-up treat! 📝
Location: Ranger Station Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Proceed to the flagpole at the Ranger Station for the morning Pledge with the bears! 🐻 The Pledge will begin immediately after the Wake Up!
Location: Flag Pole at the Ranger Station Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Meet us at the Train Depot for a fun morning ride around the park! We’ll make as many trips as needed so everyone can join the fun.
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Let your creativity lead the way in the Activity Center! Stop by and pick from a variety of fun, easy crafts—make something different each time you visit.
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Get ready for an A-to-Z adventure! Explore the campground and search for items that begin with each letter of the alphabet. From acorns to ziplock baggies, you never know what you’ll discover! Complete as many letters as you can and bring your list back to show a Ranger.
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
All aboard! Meet us at the Train Depot and hop on the Jellystone Park™ Express for a train ride through the park!
Location: Train Depot Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us in the Activity Center to craft your one-of-a-kind Jellystone Park™ tie-dye t-shirt! 💰
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Stop by the Resort Pool for Popsicles With a Bear, where you can enjoy an icy, refreshing popsicle while meeting one of our Jellystone Park™ bears. 🐻
Location: Resort Pool Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Get creative at the Activity Center! Paint your own ceramic masterpiece while watching classic Yogi Bear™ and friends cartoons. Pieces available for purchase at a variety of prices. Don’t miss our NEW Bear Ceramics, perfect for artists of all ages! 🎨
Location: Activity Center Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Want a special moment with Yogi Bear™ and friends? 🐻 Visit the Ranger Station before 3:00 PM to book your private bear visit! 💰📝
Location: Ranger Station Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Join us at the Jump Pad for a high-energy mix of silly challenges, relay races, and big-air games the whole family will love.
Location: Jump Pad Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar
Gather ‘round the Community Fire Pit for a cozy night of creativity and treats! Roast up the perfect s’more, then join in on silly, fast-paced campfire Pictionary as we sketch, guess, and laugh under the stars.
Location: Community Fire Pit Junior Ranger WeekAdd to my calendar