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RANGER OBSERVATIONSPark Rangers write their observations and park experiences in notebooks. What has inspired the hidden author in you during your visit to a park?

Although the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers takes care of Raystown Lake Project, we own it together—that means you, too! And, just like you help care for your home or pets (think chores), we need your help to care for our federal parks. Imagine what parks would be like in another 100 years if no one helped protect them. You can start by completing each activity below to become an official Junior Ranger!

Bring your completed booklet to Raystown Lake Visitor Center to receive your official Junior Ranger Badge!

Attend a Park Ranger or RayCEP led activity Name of the program: Something that I learned:

Go for a hike at any of our trails at Raystown Lake, a trail near your home or visit an exhibit at Raystown Lake Visitor Center.

Name of trail or exhibit: Something that I learned:

Complete at least the following number of activities in this book: Ages 6 and under: 5 activities Ages 7–10: 7 activities Ages 11 and older: 10 activities

Care for this park and others by following the park rules and teaching others to do the same.

BECOME A JUNIOR RANGER

Hi! I am one of many Park Rangers. I am so excited that you decided to become a Junior Ranger. I am here to help you learn and make your way through this booklet.

Keep an eye out for riddles in the book and write the answers on the last page!

SPOT SOMETHINGBeing observant is a very important skill for any Park Ranger. As you go around Raystown observe what is around you. If you spot any animals draw one below. Have fun exploring!

Raystown Lake is home to many kinds of wildlife. It is truly amazing how much youcan discover in this area. Some animals are endangered which means that there arenot many left in the wild, and someday there might be none. Caring for these habitats is one way to help.

Remember, it is important to always leave places better than you found them. It is important for each person to help and make a difference. With a healthy environment, animals and plants can thrive and continue to live around Raystown Lake.

Here is the first riddle!

My skin is very rough and I carry my house on my backShould you be a worm, you might become my snack

I live on land, but I swim in water as wellBe careful if you touch me—you might hurt my shell!

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DRAW AN OVERLOOKThere are many amazing overlooks all around Raystown Lake. For this activity you go to one of the overlooks and draw what you see. Remember to write down which one you visited!

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Many campers explore the area during their stay. There is so much to do and so much to see!

Need a hint for the puzzle? Susie was kayaking at Aitch

SOLVE THE LOGIC PUZZLEPark Rangers need to be observant and keep track of what is happening around them. Use these skills to solve the puzzle below read all of the hints in order to eliminate choices. This is a hard activity, but if you choose to attempt to complete it you can use an “X” to mark incorrect pairings and a “О” to mark correct ones. There are five campers doing different activities at Raystown Lake in different locations. Each person, activity, and location is only used once. You can record your answers in the chart below. Good Luck!

Hints:1. There is no camping at Tatman Runor Aitch

2. Susie and Brian do not like Fishing

3. Connor and Tom were not at theRaystown Resort

4. Someone was hiking at Tatman Run,but it was not Morgan.

5. Tom was camping at Susquehannock.

6. Morgan and Brian were not at Aitchor Seven Points.

7. Morgan was swimming

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RAYSTOWN LAKE OVERLOOKS

1. Dam Pagoda Overlook2. Ridenour Ovlerlook3. Hawn’s Overlook4. Visitor Center Deck

OVERLOOK MAP KEY5. Seven Points Beach Patio6. Coffee Run Overlook7. Entriken Bridge

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FIND THE DIFFERENCEPark Rangers need to know all of the rules and safety practices to help keep everyone safe. On these two pages there are two images that are very similar, but on one page people are not following the water safety recommendations. Can you find the 3 missing life vests and the 4 incorrect safety practices. Some are swimming alone, littering, and eating while swimming.

One of the most popular things to do at Raystown is to go fishing on a boat. Friendsand family will gather and spend a day out on the water enjoying themselves. While it is a lot of fun, you need to remember to stay safe. Whenever someone goes out on a boat or

rents a kayak, they should wear a life vest.There are different types of life vests that are made for different activities. You can ask a Park Ranger about the different uses of life vest to learn more! Remember, to be safe whenever you go and spend time on the lake.

Here is the second riddle!

I drink lots of water, but I never eatSniff me—you might find the smell quite sweet

I love the sun and am full of colorOn her special day, I’m a good gift for your mother

FIND ALL OF THE IMAGESDown below there is a list of words. See if you can find each somewhere hidden in this image

There are many different animals found around Raystown Lake. There are manyspecies of fish, deer, bears, river otters, owls, and so many more. One creature that people don’t always think of are bats. In the Ray-stown area we have two types of endangered bats: Long-eared bats and Indiana bats. They will roost in trees or make homes in caves, but sometimes they find it hard to find a home. The Park Rangers help by protecting their habitats and informing others about the important role they play in our environment.

Every animal is important and unique in their environment. Bats are nocturnal creatures, which means that they are awake at night time. They are the only mammals that can truly fly? Bats are also unique for how they get around. They use echolocation, thelocation of objects by reflected sound, in order to navigate at night.

Just like bees and butterflies, bats help with pollination. This keeps flowers and other plants alive!

DECIPHER THE CODEWhile the main point of interest in the area is the lake, there are more amazing sites around. One interesting part of Central Pennsylvania (where we are) are the bats. There are a lot of bats that live in the area and they play a critical role in the environment. These flying creatures live in dark caves where many mysteries can be found. Unscramble the words and use the letters in

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Here is the third Riddle!

I only come out at night and I love a dark placesome say I'm blind, but that isn't the case!

I see quite well, though I prefer echolocationI live in a cave--it's my safe haven!

I can also be found roosting in a tree,I'm not really scary, so be kind to me!

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Going hiking or exploring on a bicycle is oneof the largest attractions in this area. Did you know that the Allegrippis trail is considered one of the best mountain bike trails in the nation? This trail was opened at Raystown Lake in 2009 and has been a popular spot for locals as well as visitors.

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With all of the trails in the area you can experience great things. A fun trail to hike or bike, and amazing views of the lake. They keep the trails preserved and cleaned so that people can continue to use them for years to come.

FIND YOUR WAYThe Raystown Lake area is known for its amazing trails. But it is important to know your way around, so you don’t get lost. Below is a crossword where you can discover important words. On the next page is a maze, see if you can find your way to the end?

Word List:

ADVENTURE BIKE

CAMP FOREST

HIKING MOUNTAIN

OUTDOORS TRAIL

TREE PATH

Here is the fourth riddle!

I live in a web and I have many beady eyesThere is a superhero named for me,

He wears a red and blue disguiseI may look scary, but I only eat bugs

With my 8 hairy legs, I can give you lots of hugs

There are many things around in this region, and many things in Raystown Lake! If you are having trou-ble with the crossword look through the book to find bold words like: cabin.

CROSSWORDThere are many things to learn and explore! While most of the activities happen above the water there are many things below. Knowing a little about all of the main parts of Raystown Lake is important for a Junior Ranger. Lets see if you can complete the crossword below.

Down: 1. The largest man made lake in Pennsylvania2. A word to describe a species in danger5. Vessel that travels on water6. Boat with double bladed paddles8. “Walking” up a mountain9. How people move through water

Across: 3. House made of logs4. Safety wear when boating7. How bats see10. Animals found in the wild

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Here is the fifth riddle!

I live in the lake and never leave the waterMy body is covered in scales, gleaming like polished copper

You can try and catch me, if you care to drop a lineReel me in quick—before I change my mind!

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RIDDLESHave you been looking for the riddles? Here is where you can record the answer to each one.

DRAW YOURSELF AS A RANGER!Being a Park Ranger is important. You are in charge of protecting and preserving the area so that everyone can continue enjoying it for years to come. Down below you can draw yourself as a Junior Ranger!

What do you think is the best part of being a Junior Ranger?

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Raystown Lake Junior Ranger ProjectCopyright 2019 US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERSIllustrated, written, and designed by Madison Shrout.Additional support from Jill Palmer , Connor Price, and The Huntingdon County Visitors Bureau.This booklet and its contents may be used bythe US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERSand their partner associations in its original printed or digital form. All other rights are reserved.