Yosemite schedules a number of children's programs. Kids ages 3 to 6 can join the Little Cubs, and those from 7 to 13 can become Junior Rangers, by completing projects in a booklet ($3 for Little Cubs and $3.50 for Junior Rangers); those in the Junior Ranger program also collect a bag of trash and participate in a ranger program. Upon completion, Little Cubs receive a button; Junior Rangers receive a patch. The booklets are available at the Nature Center at Happy Isles, Yosemite Valley and Tuolumne Meadows visitor centers, and the Wawona and Big Oak Flat information stations.
Free ranger-led walks and talks are held at various locations throughout the park, and many are suitable for kids. The programs vary by season, so check your Yosemite Today (handed out at park entrances) to find out what's happening during your visit. The Indian Cultural Museum (shuttle bus stops nos. 5 and 9) has exhibits and brief lectures conducted by descendants of Yosemite's first residents. The Happy Isles Nature Center (shuttle bus stop no. 16) has displays and dioramas of park animals that children will enjoy.
