education

Scout Programs

Scouts can participate in fun, educational programs all year long. Programs take place throughout the Garden, enabling Scouts to explore different environments. Scouts will participate in a wide range of challenging activities designed to help advancement through scouting levels. Hands-on activities range from seed planting to native habitat walks to insect exploration and more! For more information about our Scout programs, please call (847) 835-8239.

Boy/CUB Scout Programs
Girls' Science programs

Scouts can work towards earning their badges Monday through Friday after school from 3 to 5 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. year round.

Seasonal Workshops

Scouts can come for workshops spring, summer, fall, and winter. Learn about our changing environment each season 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!