Nature Rangers

Nature Rangers at the Ranch: After School Program

Now enrolling for the 2026-2027 school year!

Nature Rangers at The Ranch is an after school program held at Dripping Springs Ranch Park (DSRP).  This program aims to combine outdoor exploration with STEM education, providing elementary-aged students with enriching experiences that foster a love for nature, science, and environmental stewardship. Through diverse activities, themed weeks, and hands-on projects, students will have the opportunity to learn, explore, and grow in a safe and supportive environment. Transportation is included!

Nature Rangers runs concurrently with the DSISD schedule.  5-year-olds may attend if enrolled in kindergarten.  Pack a snack for your students specifically for after school.  Arrival times can vary depending on travel and/or transportation.  The program ends at 6pm.  Our student-to-teacher ratio is 12:1, and students will be split into groups based on age.

Program Goals:

• Safe After School Environment
• Encourage Curiosity, Exploration, and Discovery
• Hands-On and Outdoor Learning
• Environmental Awareness
• Social Development

When: August - May; Fall - Spring | Session Time: 3PM - 6PM | Concurrent with DSISD Schedule

Age: K-5 Students at DSE & WSE | Cost: $250/Month - Transportation! | Location: Dripping Springs Ranch Park - Ranch House | Transportation: All Nature Rangers will be picked up at the their respective schools in a 14-passenger van driven by a Dripping Springs Ranch Park employee

For all questions and concerns, please contact DSRP Programs at camp@cityofdrippingsprings.com.

How to Guarantee a Spot: Once enrolled in the first month, students are guaranteed a spot in the consecutive months as long as payments are made by the 15th of the month for the next month’s tuition.

Payment, Drops, and Refunds

• All accounts are set up on an automatic payment plan to be received on time.
• Full payment is due by the 15th of the month, prior to the next month’s start date.
• If the 15th falls on a weekend or holiday, payment is due the following business day.
• If payment is not received, your child will be dropped from the program, without call, and we will enroll the next child on the waitlist.
• Program fees are only refunded in full if the session is canceled by Dripping Springs Ranch Park or Parks and Community Services.
• For drops requested at least 14 days before the program start date, you will receive a refund minus a $20.00 administrative fee.
• There are no refunds for drops requested after the 14-day period before any DSRP youth program or activity start date.

Late Pick-Up 

We understand that, on occasion, families may arrive late due to unforeseen delays. If you know you  will pick up late, please contact DSRP Program Coordinator In the event of late pick-up, fees will  be as follows:

• All children must be picked up by closing time.
• A late fee of $10.00 will be applied after the first 5 minutes and an additional $1.00 per minute after closing time. Late fees must be paid before your child can return.
• Excessive late pick-ups (3 or more) may result in dropped care for your child.

REFUND POLICY: 
Refund or transfer requests must be received by 5PM 14 days prior to the beginning of the program session. We are happy to accommodate transfer requests only if the requested session is not at capacity. Credit card or check refunds will be processed within two business days of being received. 
•    Full Tuition due at time of registration per session. 
•    $20 Administrative fee applied to any withdrawals/transfers per session per child
•    No refunds given to camper withdrawals within 14-days prior to camp session start.
•    10% sibling discount applied after one full price registration per week.
•    100% refund if camp is canceled by the Parks & Community Services Department.