Celebrate the spirit of America with a playful twist at our Patriotic Pic-A-Nic—a festive, patriotic-themed weekend featuring Yogi Bear™, Boo Boo™, and the whole Jellystone Park™ gang! This weekend combines Independence Day festivities with the fun-loving charm of Yogi Bear™ and friendss, offering an unforgettable experience for the whole family! From live musical entertainment, to Glow Parades, to Silent Discos...we have fun for everyone!
Jun 29, 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!
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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.
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Get creative and paint festive rocks inspired by Independence Day! Kids can design colorful keepsakes using patriotic colors and symbols.
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All aboard! Meet us at the Train Depot and hop on the Jellystone Park™ Express for a train ride through the park! 🐻
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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! 🎨
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It’s the coolest hangout of the week! Meet Yogi Bear™ at the pool for popsicles, silly photos, and refreshing bear-y good fun. 🐻
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Join us in the Activity Center to craft your one-of-a-kind Jellystone Park™ tie-dye t-shirt! 💰
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Grab some chalk and turn the driveway into a firework display filled with stars, bursts, and patriotic colors.
Location: Beach Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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! 💰📝
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Cool off this Fourth of July with a creek hunt full of discovery, exploration, and summer excitement.
Location: Front Gate Creek Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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.
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Jun 30, 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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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.
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Make a festive shooting star craft inspired by Fourth of July fireworks. A creative activity filled with glitter, color, and patriotic fun!
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All aboard! Meet us at the Train Depot and hop on the Jellystone Park™ Express for a train ride through the park! 🐻
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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! 🎨
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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. 🐻
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Join us in the Activity Center to craft your one-of-a-kind Jellystone Park™ tie-dye t-shirt! 💰
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Get ready to run, balance, and laugh! Teams race across the course carrying water balloons on spoons, trying not to drop or pop them. Expect splashes, cheers, and lots of high-energy summer fun!
Location: Boo Boo™ Meadow Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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! 💰📝
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Get ready to test your patriotic knowledge! Join us for a fun and festive Fourth of July Trivia where red, white, and blue pride meets friendly competition. From America’s founding history to pop culture celebrations, you’ll face questions that spark memories and laughs alike.
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Grab your gear and hit the water! Cast, reel, and compete in a fun-filled fishing derby packed with summer vibes, friendly competition, and red-white-and-blue spirit. Prizes and bragging rights await—let’s fish and celebrate!
Location: Dogwood Lake Patiotic Pic-A-Nic WeekAdd to my calendar
Jul 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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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.
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A fun paper craft that lets you create a patriotic gnome full of charm and personality. Using simple paper, scissors, and glue, you’ll make a festive decoration adorned in red, white, and blue.
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All aboard! Meet us at the Train Depot and hop on the Jellystone Park™ Express for a train ride through the park! 🐻
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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! 🎨
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Join Ranger Smith™ in Boo Boo™ Meadow for a warm welcome, quick chat, and a photo to remember your adventure! 🐻
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Join us in the Activity Center to craft your one-of-a-kind Jellystone Park™ tie-dye t-shirt! 💰
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From floating races to tossing and catching games, everyone can join in on the water fun while staying safe. Perfect for kids, teens, and adults, this game adds laughter, friendly competition, and a festive touch to your Independence Day celebration.
Location: Resort Pool Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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! 💰📝
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Take aim and swing into summer fun with Bucket Golf! Players try to toss balls or beanbags into buckets from different distances, testing their skill, focus, and precision. A festive, family-friendly activity full of laughs, friendly competition, and Fourth of July spirit!
Location: Boo Boo™ Meadow Drive Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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. 💰
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Jul 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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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.
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Come cool off and get creative with our festive ice cube painting craft! Watch red and blue colors melt and swirl into beautiful, firework-inspired designs as you create your own patriotic masterpiece. It’s hands-on, easy, and fun for all ages—so bring the whole family and celebrate with a splash of color!
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All aboard! Meet us at the Train Depot and hop on the Jellystone Park™ Express for a train ride through the park! 🐻
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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! 🎨
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Relax, color, and create at Boo Boo™’s Coloring Corner! 🐻
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Join us in the Activity Center to craft your one-of-a-kind Jellystone Park™ tie-dye t-shirt! 💰
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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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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! 💰📝
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Teams race to stack and unstack cups in patriotic colors as quickly as possible, passing the turn to the next teammate after each run. It’s simple, silly, and full of laughs—perfect for kids and adults alike. May the fastest stacker win!
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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!
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Jul 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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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.
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Create colorful “fireworks” using coffee filters and washable markers! Simply decorate the filters with red and blue designs, lightly spray with water, and watch the colors burst and blend like real fireworks. Once dry, fluff and display for a bright, festive decoration that’s fun and easy for all ages.
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All aboard! Meet us at the Train Depot and hop on the Jellystone Park™ Express for a train ride through the park!
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Celebrate the Fourth with a fun, family-friendly digital scavenger hunt! Follow festive clues, solve simple challenges, and discover red, white, and blue surprises along the way. It’s a playful adventure everyone can enjoy together—no fireworks required!
Location: Activity Center Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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! 🎨
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Take a moment to relax, laugh, and play during Cindy Bear™'s Bubble Break! Join Cindy Bear™ at the Bears Den for a bubble session filled with popping fun, and plenty of photos. 🐻
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Join us in the Activity Center to craft your one-of-a-kind Jellystone Park™ tie-dye t-shirt! 💰
Location: Activity Center Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic WeekAdd to my calendar
Mix up your own red, white, and blue slime for a hands-on, colorful activity that’s as fun to make as it is to play with. Stretch it, swirl it, and celebrate in style!
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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.
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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. 💰
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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!
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Jul 04, 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. 💰
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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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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.
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Paint small rocks like American flags—great for decorating or hiding around the campsite.
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Decorate your golf cart or bike in your most creative, patriotic style and get ready for the parade! Participants will be judged by Yogi Bear™ for a chance to win a free night stay, so load up the red, white, and blue and let your wheels shine.
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Show us what you can do with the Red, White, and Blue! Bring your decked out golf carts and bicycles to the Hilltop Bathhouse to enter our decorating contest. 🐻
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Join us for our Fourth of July Parade and show off your patriotic pride! Let's cruise through the campground in style. Prizes will be awarded by Yogi Bear™ to the best-decorated entries, so get creative and let freedom roll!
Location: Train Depot Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic WeekAdd to my calendar
Grab your pole and meet us at the lake to sign up for our fishing derby! Sign up between 2:45-2:59 by the Yogi Bear™ statue!
Location: Dogwood Lake Patiotic Pic-A-Nic WeekAdd to my calendar
Make a splash with a magical visit from our shimmering mermaid friend! Kids can meet, greet, and snap photos with her right at the pool while music sets the perfect neon vibe. Cool off with a refreshing popsicle as you enjoy waves of fun, laughter, and a little bit of sparkle.
Location: Resort Pool Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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. 💰
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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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic WeekAdd to my calendar
Celebrate Independence Day with us at the resort pool! Join fellow campers for a festive pool party complete with splashes, fun, and a hat bar where you can create your own patriotic look. Swim, style, and soak up the summer fun!
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Not Quite Right Band is a high-energy rock band serving up loud guitars, driving rhythms, and crowd-pleasing favorites with a slightly twisted edge. Known for their fun, anything-can-happen shows, they’re all about turning up the volume and keeping the party going
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Join us at the Ranger Station for a fun late-night shopping event! Browse exclusive items, snag great deals, and enjoy the excitement as attire goes on sale for one night only.
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Jul 05, 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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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.
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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.
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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.
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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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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 Patiotic Pic-A-Nic 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! 💰📝
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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.
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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.
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