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Meet the crews who fight fire on the grasslands and find out how they keep the land and nearby communities safe. The day doubles as Smokey Bear’s 82nd birthday, so come help celebrate and earn your Jr. Wildland Firefighter patch.
About Jr. Ranger Days: Each Jr. Ranger Day highlights a specialist field within the U.S. Forest Service, with special guests, hands-on activities for kids of all ages, and a Jr. Ranger patch to earn. Held at the National Grasslands Visitor Center, 708 Main Street, Wall, SD. Free. The series runs July 10, 17, 24, and 31 and August 7, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
