They will take a short hike while learning how to protect the living things they encounter. They will explore why trash is not healthy for nature and how they can help. At the end of the program, each daisy girl scout will take home a badge and a new way to protect nature.
March-November Starting in April 2022
1.5 hours
$13 per scout . One adult chaperone required per 10 students(free). One adult per five students admitted free; additional adults are $13.00 per person.
Cadettes will discover their role in nature. They will explore an environmental issue and become responsible for the choices they make outdoors. Scouts will learn how to conserve, preserve, protect,... more
They will start their journey by learning how to read a map. Their map will take them to unique places at the Arboretum, where they will play outdoor games, learn... more
They will hike in our various gardens and understand how different plants grow in different ways. Girl Scouts will set up a seed experiment to take home to start their... more
Murch Canopy Walk and Kalberer Tower are open April-October. Bring the whole class! $9 per student. Please note – if you have a special request that does not fit within... more
$9.00 per student. One adult chaperone required per 10 students (free)
Holden Arboretum
Students study the botanical diversity in display gardens and various ecosystems along the route to the Murch Canopy Walk where they’ll gain a unique perspective walking among the treetops. At... more
Students collect data on forest inhabitants and make first-hand observations of the ways they are interdependent. They also learn about the extraordinary ways plants defend themselves. 2 hours $9 per... more
Cadettes will discover their role in nature. They will explore an environmental issue and become responsible for the choices they make outdoors. Scouts will learn how to conserve, preserve, protect,... more
They will hike in our various gardens and understand how different plants grow in different ways. Girl Scouts will set up a seed experiment to take home to start their... more
Grade PreK Experience a forest first-hand using your senses to make discoveries about this special place. Learn about the diversity and adaptations of the animals and plants that live in... more
People for Trees™
Make a difference in your own backyard.
Plant and care for a tree beginning with making a pledge. We will support each pledge with easy-to-follow instructional toolkits, guidance on how to select the most appropriate tree and where to purchase it, free virtual classes and other ongoing support.