Scout Programs

If you’re considering bringing your troop to our estate, please note the following:

• Scout trips are available Tuesday – Sunday, 9 AM – 5 PM.
• During the months of March, April, September, and October, scout trips are only available Tuesday-Friday.

• All scout trips are self-guided through the gardens only. You will be provided a map and self-guided activities to complete or work towards your scout badge requirements.

• The maximum group size for scheduling scout trips is 50. This includes scouts, troop leaders, and chaperones.
• Scouts and troop leaders are admitted free of charge. Adult chaperones are required to pay the group rate of $16/person.
• Advanced registration is required due to timed ticketing for all visitors.
• Groups will be required to pick a specific date and time. All requests must be made at least two weeks in advance.
• Field trips are run rain or shine.

If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected] and include the words “Troop” or “Scout” in your subject line.

Daisies

Shapes in Nature Badge: Walk around Cheekwood’s gardens and look carefully to discover the many shapes and patterns found in nature! *Offered in Spring, Summer, & Fall

Outdoor Art Maker Badge: Explore Cheekwood’s Ann and Monroe Carell Jr. Family Sculpture Trail and learn about art that interacts with nature! *Offered year-round

Brownies

Senses Badge: Use your senses to explore three unique gardens at Cheekwood! *Offered in Spring, Summer, & Fall

Outdoor Art Creator Badge: Walk through Cheekwood’s Ann and Monroe Carell Jr. Family Sculpture Trail and learn about art that interacts with nature! *Offered year-round

Junior

Flowers Badge: Visit the gardens around Cheekwood to learn about flowers and what they do for us! *Offered in Spring, Summer, & Fall

Outdoor Art Badge: Walk through Cheekwood’s Ann and Monroe Carell Jr. Family Sculpture Trail and learn about art that interacts with nature! *Offered year-round