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Scout Programs

The Imago Earth Center offers the following programs for scouts of all ages:

  • A variety of programs designed to help you meet badge requirements. Including a new Imago Earth Center Badge.

  • A chance to take advantage of some of Cincinnati's urban green space.

  • The experience of learning from and appreciating our natural world.


    • How to Register
    1. Decide which program(s) from the menu below fits your group's interest.

    2. Call us at (513)-921-5124 or email us at office@imagoearth.org with the following information:
    --number of participants
    --grade or age of participants
    --date(s) interested (afternoons and Saturdays are great)

    3. After you register, you will receive a confirmation packet via email with details about your program.

    Prices:
    Ongoing Programs: $3.00 per scout per program
    Or a $30.00 minimum per group
    Seasonal Programs: Prices vary, please call.
    Adults, chaperones, and tag-a-longs are free


    Ongoing Programs




    Daisy Petals
    1. Rose Petal
    A 1-hour program covering Making the World a Better Place.

    2. Green Petal
    A 1-hour program covering Use Resources Wisely.

    Brownie Try-Its
    1. Earth and Sky
    A 1-hour program covering requirements 1-3, 5

    2. Eco-Explorer
    A 1.5-hour program covering requirements 1, 2, 4, 6

    3. Outdoor Adventurer
    A 1.5-hour program covering requirements 1, 3-5

    4. Senses
    A 1-hour program covering requirements 1-5

    Junior Badges
    1. Earth Connections
    A 1.5-hour program that will cover at least 6 of the following requirements 1, 3-8

    2. Wildlife Badge
    A 1.5-hour program that will cover at least 6 of the following requirements 1-8

    Cadettes and Seniors
    Contact the Earth Center about how we can help troops pursue service projects related to nature and the environment.




    Tiger Cubs
    1. Let's Go Outdoors
    A 1-hour program covering requirement 5G towards achievement.

    2. Electives Package #1
    A 1-hour program covering electives 31, 32, 35

    3. Electives Package #2
    A 1-hour program covering electives 33, 34, 47

    Wolf Cubs
    1. Your Living World
    A 1-hour program covering requirements 7b, 7c, 7d, & 7f towards Wolf Trail completion.

    2. Birds
    A 1-hour program covering elective requirements B-E towards Arrow Point Trail.

    Bear Cubs
    1. Sharing Your World with Wildlife
    A 1-hour program covering requirements 5b, 5c, 5d, & 5e towards Bear Trail completion.

    2. American Indian Life
    A 1.5-hour program covering requirements A-C for elective #24.

    Webelos
    1. Forester
    A 1.5-hour program covering requirements 2-6.

    2. Naturalist
    A 1.5-hour program covering requirements 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, & 12.

    Boy Scouts
    Contact the Earth Center about how we can help troops pursue merit badges and service projects related to nature and the environment.

    2009 - 2010 Seasonal Programs

    Please Note that the registration process varies for each of these special programs. Please call us for specifics such as time and cost. Programs are open to all scouts unless otherwise specified.

    Fall 2009

    Night Hike: October 9th, November 20th
    Introduce your scouts to another side of nature as they hike during the evening. Learn about nocturnal animals such as owls, bats, and fireflies and get in touch with how your senses change as the light fades.

    Outdoor Creativity Day: October 24th
    Animals Try-It Day: November 7th

    Spring 2010

    Night Hike: March 26th, April 9th
    Introduce your scouts to another side of nature as they hike during the evening. Learn about nocturnal animals such as owls, bats, and fireflies and get in touch with how your senses change as the light fades.

    Earth is Our Home Day: April 24th
    Eco-Action Day: May 15th

    Other Information

    Imago Earth Center Badge:
    The Earth Center is now offering its own badge. It can be earned by completing any two of the Earth Center's Scout programs. Add $1 per Scout to cover the cost of the badge.

    Other Programs:
    We also have a wide variety of other programs that can fit into other badge themes or can give your scouts a better understanding of the natural world. Programs include: Native American, Insects, Plants, Teambuilding, and more! Check out the School Programs page for more information.

    Service Projects:
    The Earth Center is always in need of volunteers. Visit the Volunteers page for more information. Individual scouts or groups interested in completing a project and helping the Earth Center fulfill its mission should contact the Earth Center at:
    Phone: 513-921-5124
    Fax: 513-921-1045
    Email: volunteers@imagoearth.org

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