Animal Habitats @ Leslie Science & Nature Center
Girl Scout Junior/Cadette - Explore the wonder and support that trees provide us! Like a true naturalist, we’ll hike through the woods, identify trees, discover how they impact our every day, and record it all in our nature journal.
What does it take for a habitat to be suitable for living things? Investigate Michigan’s native habitats by hiking in the woods, searching for evidence of the wild animals that our woodlands home. Then, try your hand at making a habitat for a live animal during this workshop.
Level: Girl Scout Junior/Cadette
Duration: 2 hours. Majority of these programs can occur during the day, with a select few available in evenings only. Programs occur rain or shine.
Cost: $120 starting fee for 12 scouts or less, with additional $10 per scout if more than 12 scouts attend.
Group Size: Up to 18 scouts. For more than 18 scouts, an additional $100 cost is applied.
Location & Parking: Leslie Science and Nature Center grounds. Programs may utilize buildings on site, as well as Black Pond Woods nature trails. Parking is limited, carpool if possible.
Cancellations and Payment : Final payments must be made the day of the program, unless otherwise arranged by Leslie Science & Nature Center. Non-weather related cancellations must occur 48 hours in advance, or a $50 processing fee will be charged. A refund may be given if a cancellation occurs more than 48 hours in advance. Rescheduling a program is possible, but available dates are limited. Any questions regarding a cancellation can be addressed by emailing info@lesliesnc.org, or by calling 734-997-1553.
Trees @ Leslie Science & Nature Center
Girl Scout Junior/Cadette - Explore the wonder and support that trees provide us! Like a true naturalist, we’ll hike through the woods, identify trees, discover how they impact our every day, and record it all in our nature journal.
Explore the wonder and support trees provide us! Like a true naturalist, we’ll hike through the woods, identify trees, discover how they impact our every day, and record it all in our nature journal.
Level: Girl Scout Junior/Cadette
Duration: 2 hours. Majority of these programs can occur during the day, with a select few available in evenings only. Programs occur rain or shine.
Cost: $120 starting fee for 12 scouts or less, with additional $10 per scout if more than 12 scouts attend.
Group Size: Up to 18 scouts. For more than 18 scouts, an additional $100 cost is applied.
Location & Parking: Leslie Science and Nature Center grounds. Programs may utilize buildings on site, as well as Black Pond Woods nature trails. Parking is limited, carpool if possible.
Cancellations and Payment : Final payments must be made the day of the program, unless otherwise arranged by Leslie Science & Nature Center. Non-weather related cancellations must occur 48 hours in advance, or a $50 processing fee will be charged. A refund may be given if a cancellation occurs more than 48 hours in advance. Rescheduling a program is possible, but available dates are limited. Any questions regarding a cancellation can be addressed by emailing info@lesliesnc.org, or by calling 734-997-1553.
Night Owl @ Leslie Science & Nature Center
(Evenings only) Girl Scout Junior/Cadette - What is the world like at night? Come to Leslie Science & Nature Center to find out - we'll take a night hike to explore the woods, then meet a nocturnal animal.
(Evenings only) What is the world like at night? Come to Leslie Science & Nature Center to find out - we'll take a night hike to explore the woods, then meet a nocturnal animal. Note: Scouts will need to complete a photo-collage on their own to complete this badge.
Level: Girl Scout Junior/Cadette
Duration: 2 hours. Majority of these programs can occur during the day, with a select few available in evenings only. Programs occur rain or shine.
Cost: $120 starting fee for 12 scouts or less, with additional $10 per scout if more than 12 scouts attend.
Group Size: Up to 18 scouts. For more than 18 scouts, an additional $100 cost is applied.
Location & Parking: Leslie Science and Nature Center grounds. Programs may utilize buildings on site, as well as Black Pond Woods nature trails. Parking is limited, carpool if possible.
Cancellations and Payment : Final payments must be made the day of the program, unless otherwise arranged by Leslie Science & Nature Center. Non-weather related cancellations must occur 48 hours in advance, or a $50 processing fee will be charged. A refund may be given if a cancellation occurs more than 48 hours in advance. Rescheduling a program is possible, but available dates are limited. Any questions regarding a cancellation can be addressed by emailing info@lesliesnc.org, or by calling 734-997-1553.
Letterboxer @ Leslie Science & Nature Center
Girl Scout Brownie - Cracking codes, word scrambles, and riddles will lead us to Leslie Science & Nature Center's hidden letterbox! Only the witty few find and stamp this secret treasure. Will your troop take the challenge.
Cracking codes, word scrambles, and riddles will lead us to Leslie Science & Nature Center's hidden letterbox! Only the witty few find and stamp this secret treasure. Will your troop take the challenge. Scouts will need to create a letterbox on their own to complete this badge--but we will get them started!
Level: Girl Scout Brownie
Duration: 2 hours. Majority of these programs can occur during the day, with a select few available in evenings only. Programs occur rain or shine.
Cost: $120 starting fee for 12 scouts or less, with additional $10 per scout if more than 12 scouts attend.
Group Size: Up to 18 scouts. For more than 18 scouts, an additional $100 cost is applied.
Location & Parking: Leslie Science and Nature Center grounds. Programs may utilize buildings on site, as well as Black Pond Woods nature trails. Parking is limited, carpool if possible.
Cancellations and Payment : Final payments must be made the day of the program, unless otherwise arranged by Leslie Science & Nature Center. Non-weather related cancellations must occur 48 hours in advance, or a $50 processing fee will be charged. A refund may be given if a cancellation occurs more than 48 hours in advance. Rescheduling a program is possible, but available dates are limited. Any questions regarding a cancellation can be addressed by emailing info@lesliesnc.org, or by calling 734-997-1553.
Hiker @ Leslie Science & Nature Center
Girl Scout Brownie - What are the 10 essentials? Should I take a map? We'll tackle these questions and practice our new skills on a hike through Black Pond Woods.
What are the 10 essentials? Should I take a map? We'll tackle these questions and practice our new skills on a hike through Black Pond Woods.
Level: Girl Scout Brownie
Duration: 2 hours. Majority of these programs can occur during the day, with a select few available in evenings only. Programs occur rain or shine.
Cost: $120 starting fee for 12 scouts or less, with additional $10 per scout if more than 12 scouts attend.
Group Size: Up to 18 scouts. For more than 18 scouts, an additional $100 cost is applied.
Location & Parking: Leslie Science and Nature Center grounds. Programs may utilize buildings on site, as well as Black Pond Woods nature trails. Parking is limited, carpool if possible.
Cancellations and Payment : Final payments must be made the day of the program, unless otherwise arranged by Leslie Science & Nature Center. Non-weather related cancellations must occur 48 hours in advance, or a $50 processing fee will be charged. A refund may be given if a cancellation occurs more than 48 hours in advance. Rescheduling a program is possible, but available dates are limited. Any questions regarding a cancellation can be addressed by emailing info@lesliesnc.org, or by calling 734-997-1553.
3 Cheers for Animals! @ Leslie Science & Nature Center
Girl Scout Daisy - Here's your chance to lend a helping hand to animals. Learn what animals need every day to survive as you hike through Black Pond Woods. Then learn how we care for animals in Leslie Science & Nature Center's Critter House.
Here's your chance to lend a helping hand to animals. Learn what animals need every day to survive as you hike through Black Pond Woods. Then learn how we care for animals in Leslie Science & Nature Center's Critter House.
Level: Girl Scout Daisy
Duration: 2 hours. Majority of these programs can occur during the day, with a select few available in evenings only. Programs occur rain or shine.
Cost: $120 starting fee for 12 scouts or less, with additional $10 per scout if more than 12 scouts attend.
Group Size: Up to 18 scouts. For more than 18 scouts, an additional $100 cost is applied.
Location & Parking: Leslie Science and Nature Center grounds. Programs may utilize buildings on site, as well as Black Pond Woods nature trails. Parking is limited, carpool if possible.
Cancellations and Payment : Final payments must be made the day of the program, unless otherwise arranged by Leslie Science & Nature Center. Non-weather related cancellations must occur 48 hours in advance, or a $50 processing fee will be charged. A refund may be given if a cancellation occurs more than 48 hours in advance. Rescheduling a program is possible, but available dates are limited. Any questions regarding a cancellation can be addressed by emailing info@lesliesnc.org, or by calling 734-997-1553.
Tigers In The Wild @ Leslie Science & Nature Center
Cub Scout Tiger - Learn how to properly prepare for a hike in the woods, and then hit the trails! Through activities, games, and a hike we will discover what is “essential,” and how we can “leave no trace” all while exploring the wildlife—both in Black Pond Woods and in the Critter House— we are trying to protect!
Scouts will learn how to properly prepare for a hike in the woods, and then hit the trails! Through activities, games, and a hike we will discover what is “essential,” and how we can “leave no trace” all while exploring the wildlife—both in Black Pond Woods and in the Critter House— we are trying to protect!
Level: Cub Scout Tiger
Duration: 2 hours. Majority of these programs can occur during the day, with a select few available in evenings only. Programs occur rain or shine.
Cost: $120 starting fee for 12 scouts or less, with additional $10 per scout if more than 12 scouts attend.
Group Size: Up to 18 scouts. For more than 18 scouts, an additional $100 cost is applied.
Location & Parking: Leslie Science and Nature Center grounds. Programs may utilize buildings on site, as well as Black Pond Woods nature trails. Parking is limited, carpool if possible.
Cancellations and Payment : Final payments must be made the day of the program, unless otherwise arranged by Leslie Science & Nature Center. Non-weather related cancellations must occur 48 hours in advance, or a $50 processing fee will be charged. A refund may be given if a cancellation occurs more than 48 hours in advance. Rescheduling a program is possible, but available dates are limited. Any questions regarding a cancellation can be addressed by emailing info@lesliesnc.org, or by calling 734-997-1553.
Paws on the Path @ Leslie Science & Nature Center
Cub Scout Wolf - Join us for a hike in the woods as we learn about the wildlife that call Black Pond Woods home! On our hike we’ll identify different native insects, plants, and birds that thrive in the woods, and practice leaving no trace as we explore wildlife up close. We’ll also introduce how to read a map, and try using symbols and landmarks to help us navigate through the woods.
Scouts will join us for a hike in the woods as we learn about the wildlife that call Black Pond Woods home! On our hike we’ll identify different native insects, plants, and birds that thrive in the woods, and practice leaving no trace as we explore wildlife up close. We’ll also introduce how to read a map, and try using symbols and landmarks to help us navigate through the woods.
Level: Cub Scout Wolf
Duration: 2 hours. Majority of these programs can occur during the day, with a select few available in evenings only. Programs occur rain or shine.
Cost: $120 starting fee for 12 scouts or less, with additional $10 per scout if more than 12 scouts attend.
Group Size: Up to 18 scouts. For more than 18 scouts, an additional $100 cost is applied.
Location & Parking: Leslie Science and Nature Center grounds. Programs may utilize buildings on site, as well as Black Pond Woods nature trails. Parking is limited, carpool if possible.
Cancellations and Payment : Final payments must be made the day of the program, unless otherwise arranged by Leslie Science & Nature Center. Non-weather related cancellations must occur 48 hours in advance, or a $50 processing fee will be charged. A refund may be given if a cancellation occurs more than 48 hours in advance. Rescheduling a program is possible, but available dates are limited. Any questions regarding a cancellation can be addressed by emailing info@lesliesnc.org, or by calling 734-997-1553.
Furs, Feathers, Ferns @ Leslie Science & Nature Center
Cub Scout Bear - Take a hike on the Black Pond Woods trail and discover what plants and animals call this place home, while also exploring how cultivated plants thrive in Project Grow’s gardens. Scouts will get the opportunity to meet and observe one native species up close and learn about the adaptions it has that allow it to survive and thrive.
Scouts will take a hike on the Black Pond Woods trail and discover what plants and animals call this place home, while also exploring how cultivated plants thrive in Project Grow’s gardens. Scouts will get the opportunity to meet and observe one native species up close and learn about the adaptions it has that allow it to survive and thrive.
Level: Cub Scout Bear
Duration: 2 hours. Majority of these programs can occur during the day, with a select few available in evenings only. Programs occur rain or shine.
Cost: $120 starting fee for 12 scouts or less, with additional $10 per scout if more than 12 scouts attend.
Group Size: Up to 18 scouts. For more than 18 scouts, an additional $100 cost is applied.
Location & Parking: Leslie Science and Nature Center grounds. Programs may utilize buildings on site, as well as Black Pond Woods nature trails. Parking is limited, carpool if possible.
Cancellations and Payment : Final payments must be made the day of the program, unless otherwise arranged by Leslie Science & Nature Center. Non-weather related cancellations must occur 48 hours in advance, or a $50 processing fee will be charged. A refund may be given if a cancellation occurs more than 48 hours in advance. Rescheduling a program is possible, but available dates are limited. Any questions regarding a cancellation can be addressed by emailing info@lesliesnc.org, or by calling 734-997-1553.
Into the Wild @ Leslie Science & Nature Center
Cub Scout Ebelo - Learn the importance of observation and identification as you explore the special habitat of Black Pond Woods and take a trip out to our vernal pond. Scouts will be introduced to the method of nature journaling and the S’s of birding to practice in their own back yards.
Scouts will learn the importance of observation and identification as they explore the special habitat of Black Pond Woods and take a trip out to our vernal pond. Scouts will be introduced to the method of nature journaling and the S’s of birding to practice in their own back yards.
Level: Cub Scout Webelo
Duration: 2 hours. Majority of these programs can occur during the day, with a select few available in evenings only. Programs occur rain or shine.
Cost: $120 starting fee for 12 scouts or less, with additional $10 per scout if more than 12 scouts attend.
Group Size: Up to 18 scouts. For more than 18 scouts, an additional $100 cost is applied.
Location & Parking: Leslie Science and Nature Center grounds. Programs may utilize buildings on site, as well as Black Pond Woods nature trails. Parking is limited, carpool if possible.
Cancellations and Payment : Final payments must be made the day of the program, unless otherwise arranged by Leslie Science & Nature Center. Non-weather related cancellations must occur 48 hours in advance, or a $50 processing fee will be charged. A refund may be given if a cancellation occurs more than 48 hours in advance. Rescheduling a program is possible, but available dates are limited. Any questions regarding a cancellation can be addressed by emailing info@lesliesnc.org, or by calling 734-997-1553.