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Scouts can work towards a variety of badges or journeys while they investigate the fascinating ecosystems here at the Arboretum. All of our scout programs are conducted by staff naturalists and use our nature sanctuary as a field laboratory for hands-on experience!

Programs are designed specifically for scouts. Siblings are not permitted unless they are registered for the workshop.

Private Programs

Price per scout: $20
Minimum 7 / Maximum 20 Scouts
Class length: 2 hours

Bears

Fur, Feathers, and Ferns

This badge is one of the Bear CORE Adventure requirements. For this adventure, Bears learn about wildlife and plants in their area and about endangered species.

Webelos

Into the Woods

Trees and plants play important roles in nature. Come learn about the parts of a tree and learn how to care for our native plants.

Into the Wild

Earn your Arrow of Light elective by learning about some of the animals that live with us day and night.

Forest Trek

Both Boy & Girl Scouts of any age

Price per person: $8
Maximum 20 people
Class length: 1 hour

Come to the Arboretum for a 1 hour hike on the trails! Learn new observation skill and how to find evidence of animal activity.

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Date Choices

The Scout Manager will work with you to set an exact time once your inquiry has been received.