Scout Programs
Scout Programs at Asbury Woods
Asbury Woods has a wide variety of programs and tours available year-round for Scout groups. Each 1-2 hour program is designed to provide opportunities for participants to experience, study, and enjoy nature. Programs are open to all groups regardless of their scout affiliation.
Pricing
- $9/scout for most programs
- There is a $50 minimum charge per group, regardless of group size.
- There is no charge for accompanying adults.
- Some programs may have additional fees for supplies and equipment required.
- Participants/guardians should complete the waiver form online prior to participation.
All Scout programs include outdoor activities. Please encourage Scouts and accompanying adults to dress appropriately. We can complete our activities in most weather. Click here to download a PDF of all the program descriptions.
To plan a visit, fill out the form below or contact Casey Keating, Environmental Educator, at ckeating@asburywoods.org or 814-836-6190.
If you are looking for a one-time or short-term volunteer project to complete a badge, please email Gigi Riesenberg at griesenberg@asburywoods.org to ask about upcoming volunteer opportunities that fit your project requirements. If you are interested in completing an Eagle Scout project or Bronze, Silver, or Gold Award project at Asbury Woods, please email Casey Keating at ckeating@asburywoods.org to discuss project possibilities.
Scout Navigator Day |Saturday, October 26
• Geocacher
Grades 4 - 5, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• Letterboxer
Grades 2 - 3, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
• Orienteering Adventure
Grades 4 - 8, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Location: Nature Center
Program Fee: $9
Use clues, compasses, or GPS units to find your way! Scouts will work toward their Brownie “Letterboxer” badge, Wolf “Finding Your Way” adventure, Junior “Geocacher” badge, Webelos “Tech on the Trail” adventure, or any badge or adventure that requires learning to use a compass, including Junior “Camper” and Scout “Orienteering.” Children under age 9 must be accompanied by an adult, but there is no charge for adults. Children 9 years of age or older may attend independently. Each child must register for the correct grade level.
Grades 2-3 Letterboxer Registration
Grades 4-5 Geocacher Registration
Grades 4-8 Orienteering Registration