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Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve
For Kids

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Kids love Glacier Bay!
There are millions of acres of mountains, waterways, glaciers, wildlife, history, and adventure to discover. If you can't actually visit the park, you can have fun and learn about this very special place by clicking on some of these links...

 
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A future park ranger!

Would you like to experience and learn more about Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve!

After all, there will be a time in the not-to-distant future when you will step in to take care of this park for future generations. Why not learn more now?

Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is only one of over 385 parks nationwide. Each park takes care of an important part of our nation’s heritage. Many people who are rangers today came to love national parks by visiting them as kids. Will you be a National Park Service ranger some day?

 
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Choose your adventure and explore our nation's National Parks. Earn rewards as you learn about your heritage.
Student Information
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Information about Glacier Bay. Great for student reports and research!
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Junior Ranger Gazette
Junior Ranger Gazette
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Lupine Buds  

Did You Know?
Lupines are hardy pioneers typically growing in areas with nutrient poor soil, like those of a retreating glacier. The fine hairs on their stems and the undersides of their leaves help to deflect wind and retain heat for more favorable growing conditions.

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Last Updated: November 04, 2009 at 20:17 EST