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Kid-Friendly Options
In addition to hiking, there are a few kid-friendly options available at Black Canyon.
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Kid-Friendly Options Details
Many of the ranger-led programs at Black Canyon of the Gunnison are kid-friendly, notably the Junior Ranger program. Kids cab pick up a Junior Ranger Activity Booklet at the South Rim Visitor Center; once the activities are completed, return the booklet to the Visitor Center for a stamp, certificate, and Junior Ranger badge. Kids in third and fourth grade can take part in the Advanced Junior Ranger Summer Camp, a weeklong experience offered at various times throughout the summer; contact the Black Canyon of the Gunnison Education Staff at 970-641-2337, x203, for more information.
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