Programs for Scouts/Youth Groups

Programs with LC-NCR encourage scouts to experience, appreciate, and become stewards of the natural environment. Operating out of multiple sites, including the historic Chesapeake Bay buyboat Half Shell we offer scouts exciting outdoor environmental programs, many of which meet badge requirements.

Programs:

Shipboard Programs (3-5 hours)

Sail aboard the historic Chesapeake Bay buyboat, Half Shell for a few hours while earning a badge or spend an overnight or two or more to earn additional badges and gain valuable teambuilding and outdoors skills. We can tailor a trip specificially based on the interests of your group.

Overnight Programs
Overnight camping experiences for students of any age, focusing on many different subjects. Themes include "Chesapeake Bay Fisheries," "Ghosts of the Potomac," "Escape from DC: Retracing a Path of the Underground Railroad," "Wilderness Survival", and "Algonquin Tribal Adventure: A Vision Quest." LC-NCR also works with schools to tailor overnight experiences to specific curriculum or interests, while incorporating history, science, and team-building components. We can also tailor these themes to meet particular badge requirements.

Site-Based Programs

Animal Architects (60 or 90 min.)
Location: Schoolhouse
Why are animal homes important? Meet live animal builders and discovery the amazing structures that animals weave, burrow, shape, and sculpt as your hike along the Museum's forest. Brownies: Watching Wildlife; Tigers: Lets go Outdoors; Bears: Sharing Your World With Wildlife

Helping Hands (90 min.)
Location: Glen Echo and Schoolhouse
Do you have what it takes to tackle teamwork challenges? Come learn about cooperation in the animal kingdom as Discovery Creek puts you to the test.

Science in Action (90 min.)
Location: Glen Echo and Schoolhouse
Science springs into action as Discovery Creek takes you on an exceptional scientific escapade. Research rockets, check out kitchen chemistry and become an animal expert during this action-packed program.

You Are Here (90 min.)
Location: Glen Echo and Schoolhouse
Come learn how to use maps, compasses, and landmarks to navigate your way. Compare how different navigational systems help guide animals and humans by directing them to their destinations. Juniors: Finding Your Way

Scouts are also welcome to choose from any of the School Programs offered at our locations.

Program Details:
- Program (for up to ten scouts) costs $100. Each additional scout is $10.
- 60- or 90-minute programs are offered Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3:30 - 5:00 pm or 4:00 - 5:30 pm.
- Programs take place from October through May.
- At least one chaperone is required for every ten scouts.
- There is no additional charge for adults.

To learn more about scouting and youth group options, please contact:
Vicky Winter
202-488-0627 x242
vwinter@livingclassroomsdc.org