Junior Ranger Day at Seminole Rest (Seminole Rest District)
Park Event · Canaveral National Seashore · Aug 30, 2026 · 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
SUNDAY 30th – 9 AM to 12 PM- JUNIOR RANGER DAY AT SEMINOLE REST- Join us for a special Junior Ranger Day at Seminole Rest! Explore the natural and cultural history of the site through guided programs, hands-on activities, and a fishing clinic. Junior Rangers can earn badges while learning about this special place. All activities are free. (3 hours)
Program locations are subject to change and/or cancellation. Below are the locations for each program:
Historic House Open
9:00 AM–12:00 PM – Stop by the historic house to pick up a Junior Ranger book, explore exhibits, and learn about the history of Seminole Rest. Junior Ranger books, badges, certificates, and Junior Angler materials are available throughout the day.
Clean-up
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM- Join park staff and help keep the park trash free. Bring gloves, water, and sunscreen. Meet on the porch of the main house any time between 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM to get supplies. (3 hours)
Nature Walk & Scavenger Hunt
9:15 AM–10:00 AM – Explore the Seminole Rest Trail and search for native plants, wildlife, and signs of the area’s natural history while completing a fun, family-friendly scavenger hunt. Meet in the parking lot at Seminole Rest. (45 minutes)
Seminole Rest Walk
10:15 AM to 11:00 AM– Explore the history and nature of Seminole Rest on a walk with park staff through the historic site. Meet in the parking lot at Seminole Rest. (45 minutes)
Special Talk
11:00 AM – Join a park ranger or volunteer for a casual, in-the-moment discussion on a featured topic tied to the seashore. Meet inside the main house for this talk. (10 minutes)
Fishing Clinic
10:00 AM–12:00 PM – Learn the basics of fishing, responsible angling practices, and local fish species found in the Mosquito Lagoon. Participants may earn Junior Angler recognition. Must be 8 years or older. Meet at the Seminole Rest Dock. (2 hours)
Mosquito Lagoon Talk
11:30 AM – Discover the Mosquito Lagoon ecosystem and learn about the wildlife, habitats, and natural resources that make this estuary one of the most productive in North America. Meet inside the main house for this talk. (20 minutes)
Source: National Park Service (public domain).
