Groups

Natural science programs or badge activities led by LVNC staff are available for a nominal fee. A 1 1/2 hour program will satisfy most, or all, of the requirements for a given badge or achievement.

For other program options, contact the Nature Center staff.
 

Scout programs for girls

 
Daisy

 

 
Recycling

A Green Petal activity

Learn about using resources wisely. Activities may include making a craft project from scraps, making recycled paper, or participating in a "recycling relay."
 
Nature's Helpers

A Rose Petal activity

Help to make the world a better place. depending on the season, you may plant some seeds for your garden, make a bird treat, or make a craft that will provide nesting material for birds.
 
 
Brownies

 

 
Creatures

Meets requirements of the Animals Try-It® (2,3,4,5)

Participants will visit the nature center, study animal movement, body shapes, and communication.
 
Habitats and Food Chains

Meets requirements of the Eco-Explorer® Try-It (1,2,3,4)

Learn about migration, hibernation, and the ways animals keep warm in the winter.
 
Observing Animals

Meets requirements of the Watching Wildlife® Try-It (1,3,4,5)

Learn about animal communication and how some animals change from season to season. Use a magnifying glass and other tools to study earthworms. Make a treat or nesting material source for the animals around your house.
 
 
Juniors

 

 
Rock Hounds

Meets requirements of the Rocks Rock Badge® (1,2,3,4,8,9)

Learn about rocks, fossils, and soil. Go on a geology hunt and start a rock collection.
 
Wild Things

Meets requirements of the Wildlife Badge® (1,3,4,5,7,8)

Explore animal and human adaptations of taste, sight, hearing, smell, and touch.
 
Your Environment

Meets requirements of the Your Outdoor Surroundings Badge® (2,3,4,6,8,9)

Explore animal and human adaptations of taste, sight, hearing, smell, and touch.
 

 

Fees:  $5.00 per scout (minimum $45.00)

 

Scout programs last 1 1/2 hours.

Maximum class size is 24 students. Larger groups can be accommodated but may require additional staff and fees.

Groups must provide at least one chaperone for every 10 students. We do not charge for chaperones.

Dress for outdoor activities. Most of our programs include outdoor time—rain or shine. In hazardous weather, alternative activities may be substituted.

Please give us at least two weeks advance notice to book a date.