Scout & Youth Groups
Scout & Girl Scout Program Requests are not being accepted at this time. Please join us for one of our special Scout days while we revamp our booking process!
Youth & Scout Maple Sugarin’ Day
Saturday, March 8
9:30 am – 11:00 am FULL | 11:30 am – 1:00 pm | 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
For scouts and youth ages 4+
This 1.5-hour program is designed for young people to delve into the fascinating world of maple syrup production. Participants will witness the enchanting process from tapping maple trees to the final amber product during a naturalist-guided hiking tour of the Riveredge sugarbush.
Scouts & Girl Scouts Tree Climbing Festival
Saturday, May 3
10:00 am – 2:00 pm | Climbs every 20 minutes
For scouts and girl scouts ages 7+
Do you have Scouts or Girl Scouts that you’d love to send up into the trees? Encounter the giants of the forest and explore trees from a new perspective as you climb into the canopy under the guidance of trained facilitators. Ascend to the top, swing from a branch, or try a “bat hang” – Adventure awaits!
Taught in the “Riveredge style,” each program…
Engages in cooperative, inquiry-based learning
is guided by professionally trained educators
is taught primarily outdoors
Develops a strong sense of place
meets or contributes to merit badge requirements
“Educators were really responsive and communicated so well on the days leading up to the event regarding the weather, etc. Both of them were so professional and fun! They were great role models for my group of 10 year old girls.”
Girl Scout Troop Leader
Questions?
Contact Alina Prahl, Nature Center Program Manager, at aprahl@riveredge.us or call the office at 262-375-2715.