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Jr. Rangers - Family Edition

Location of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia

Where

Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832.
Visitor Center

When

July 31, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Do you have what it takes to be a Jr. Ranger? Join us on World Ranger Day to find out. Park Rangers will guide families and adult individuals through the Pocahontas Jr. Ranger booklet and practice the skills rangers need and use every day.

Once the booklet is complete, everyone will be sworn in as an official Jr. Ranger at Pocahontas State Park. This program is suitable for all ages, with some activities needing help from grown-ups.

The Jr. Rangers will start at the Visitor Center, and participants will hike along a few trails before touring the Civilian Conservation Corps Museum and returning back to Visitor Center. Please bring water, snacks, and other comfort items.

Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 804-796-4472 or email Rebecca.Whalen@dcr.virginia.gov to register.

Know Before You Go: Before your visit, find the most up to date health and safety information HERE.

photo of a Junior Ranger program

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-796-4255
Email Address: Pocahontas@dcr.virginia.gov