Badlands National Park Historic Sticker by Ranger Doug
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A 3 inch vinyl reproduction of the 1939 Badlands admission sticker, one of the small window stickers the National Park Service issued from 1918 to 1940 as proof of paid admission. Printed by Ranger Doug Enterprises in the original octagonal design.
- 1939 Badlands National Monument design (the area was redesignated a National Park in 1978)
- 3″ x 3″ durable vinyl with fade-resistant UV ink, indoor or outdoor use
- Part of the original 1918-1940 NPS “Zoo Stickers” set restored by Ranger Doug Enterprises
- 0.1 oz, slips into a card or envelope
- Proceeds support BHPFA partner parks and forests.
In stock
60-day returns · Ships from South Dakota via USPS
Badlands National Park Historic Sticker by Ranger Doug
$2.99
In stock
Shipping calculated in cart/checkout:Â Shipping rates for first items start at $7, calculated based on weight of total order.
A 3 inch vinyl reproduction of the 1939 Badlands admission sticker, one of the small window stickers the National Park Service issued from 1918 to 1940 as proof of paid admission. Printed by Ranger Doug Enterprises in the original octagonal design.
- 1939 Badlands National Monument design (the area was redesignated a National Park in 1978)
- 3″ x 3″ durable vinyl with fade-resistant UV ink, indoor or outdoor use
- Part of the original 1918-1940 NPS “Zoo Stickers” set restored by Ranger Doug Enterprises
- 0.1 oz, slips into a card or envelope
- Proceeds support BHPFA partner parks and forests.
In stock
60-day returns · Ships from South Dakota via USPS
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Real USPS rates, no markup. The money we save funds trail crews and internships.
Join BHPFA for $30 a year -> get your code by email in seconds. -> Use it at checkout today. Show your card at hundreds of nonprofit park stores nationwide for 10% off.
Every item is selected or approved by rangers and staff. Your purchase keeps them on the front lines.
Description
What it is
This is a vinyl reproduction of the 1939 Badlands admission window sticker. From 1918 to 1940 the National Park Service issued small adhesive stickers as proof of paid admission, and visitors stuck them on car windshields the way later generations would hang a park-pass tag. Twenty-two parks had their own design, each featuring an animal found in the park, which is why collectors and historians later nicknamed them the “Zoo Stickers.” Ranger Doug Enterprises reproduces the design on modern vinyl.
About the design
The orange octagonal sticker reads “Badlands National Monument” around the rim with the year 1939 across the bottom and a Badlands landscape scene in the center. The 1939 design dates from the area’s monument era; Badlands was redesignated a National Park in 1978, so the period sticker carries the older “National Monument” title.
About Ranger Doug Enterprises
Ranger Doug Enterprises was founded by former National Park Service ranger Doug Leen in Seattle, Washington. Leen restored the full set of 22 surviving 1918-1940 admission-sticker designs and reproduces them along with the WPA-era park posters he is known for. The originals are nearly all gone, so these reproductions are how most collectors get the artwork.
Specifications
- Dimensions: 3″ x 3″
- Weight: 0.1 oz
- Material: durable vinyl with fade-resistant UV ink
- Indoor or outdoor use
- Manufacturer: Ranger Doug Enterprises, Seattle, WA
- Country of origin: USA
Who picks this up
National park sticker collectors, anyone working through Ranger Doug’s full 1918-1940 series, and people who like the period graphic style and want it on a laptop, water bottle, or car window. At 3 inches it layers onto a sticker-covered surface without taking over.
Frequently asked questions
Is this an original 1939 sticker or a reproduction?
A reproduction, printed by Ranger Doug Enterprises. Original 1918-1940 NPS window stickers are extremely rare collector items. The reproduction matches the original artwork and color on modern vinyl with UV-resistant ink.
Why does it say 1939 and “National Monument”?
1939 is the year that NPS design was issued, and Badlands was a National Monument at the time. It was redesignated a National Park in 1978.
What surface does it stick to?
Most smooth surfaces: glass, painted metal, plastic, and powder-coated finishes. Textured surfaces like rough wood or fabric hold less reliably.
Does buying this support Badlands National Park?
Badlands National Park is not a BHPFA partner site; it has its own cooperating association. We carry the historic stickers because they are a related set. Proceeds support BHPFA partner parks and forests, including Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and Agate Fossil Beds National Monument.
Every Purchase Makes a Difference
When you shop with Black Hills Parks & Forests Association, you are directly funding:
- Education programs — nature workshops, Junior Ranger activities, and homeschool adventures for kids across the Black Hills
- Trail maintenance — keeping hiking trails safe and accessible at Wind Cave, Jewel Cave, and the Black Hills National Forest
- Visitor services — park store operations, interpretive programs, and the staff who help millions of visitors each year
- Conservation — supporting the long-term health of public lands in the Black Hills and Nebraska
BHPFA is the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service in the Black Hills region. We have supported these public lands since 1946.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.5 oz |
|---|---|
| Brand | Ranger Doug Enterprises |
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