Chicago Botanic Garden

EDUCATION — CENTER FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING

PHOTO: boy scout and leaderScout Programs

All year 'round, Scouts can participate in fun, educational programs at the Garden. The prairie, woods, and diverse gardens provide environments for challenging activities and advancement. Programs range from terrarium-making to prairie walks to special seasonal events. For more information about our Scout programs, please call (847) 835-8239.

Badge Programs

Scouts can work towards earning their badge Monday through Friday after school 3 to 5 p.m. and now Saturdays too, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. during fall and spring seasons. Badge programs are designed for scout groups of 10 to 25.

Boy/CUB Scout Programs
Girls' Science programs

Seasonal WOrkshops

Scouts can come for seasonal workshops spring, summer, fall, and winter. Enjoy all the changes the seasons bring during these one day workshops. One Saturday workshop is run per season.

Campouts

Come and pitch your tents in our Outdoor Classroom for a low-stress camping experience — with flush toilets and running water! Enjoy nature games and activities, go for a night hike, and cook s'mores. Three Saturday night campouts are scheduled each fall and spring. Campouts fill quickly so book yours early!