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Overlooked Disney World Attraction Hits a Big Milestone

Overlooked Disney World Attraction Hits a Big Milestone


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Looking to add some Disney magic during your next trip to Disney World? Don’t miss out on this often-overlooked attraction.

Interactive Attractions

Credit: Donna

When guests first think of Disney Parks they may think of BIG coasters, nostalgic attractions, and meeting your favorite characters. What many guests often overlook are the great interactive experiences along the way.

At the Magic Kingdom, guests can join the crew of Captain Jack Sparrow with “A Pirates Adventure.” Over at EPCOT, don’t miss the Ducktales World Showcase Adventure. And finally, at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, guests can set out on a great adventure.

Wilderness Explorers

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Disney fans may remember Russell from the Pixar movie UP. Young Russell is a Junior Wilderness Explorer who is missing only one badge to become a Senior Wilderness Explorer. 

To earn his final badge in “Assisting the Elderly,” Russell meets Mr. Fredricksen.  “Adventure is out there” for this duo as they travel to Paradise Falls. Guests can join Russell in becoming a Wilderness Explorer over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

This is a FREE program for all Guests visiting Disney’s Animal Kingdom. There are over 20 badge locations scattered throughout the Park. At each location, Wilderness Explorers will use their handbook to learn about animals, conservation, plant life, and animal nutrition. You can check out a full overview of this interactive program HERE.

Milestone

Credit: KtP writer Donna

Did you know that the Wilderness Explorers program is celebrating a BIG milestone? This is now the 10th Anniversary of the Wilderness Explorers. From the start of the Wilderness Explorers in 2013, more than 23 million guests have participated in this program.

More than 600 Cast Members have assisted guests in earning these great badges over the years. This program helps support Disney’s Planet Possible to promote meaningful actions. Since 1995, the Disney Conservation Fund has directed $125 million to save wildlife, inspire action, and protect the planet.

From the start of the Wilderness Explorers in 2013, more than 23 million guests have participated in this program.

Taking time throughout the Park to enjoy the Wilderness Explorer program is a great way to add educational entertainment.

Have you participated in the Wilderness Explorers program before? Which was your favorite badge to complete? Will you become a Wilderness Explorer on your next trip to the Animal Kingdom? Share your thoughts with us and share this with a fellow Disney pal.

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