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Girl Scout Programs

We are proud to support Girl Scouts through engaging, hands-on programs designed to help complete badge requirements. Age-appropriate learning opportunities are available for Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors, with activities that connect girls to nature, conservation, and environmental stewardship in a fun and inspiring outdoor setting.

To schedule a program please contact education@hsvbg.org or call 256-830-4447 ext. 253.

The Garden is happy to provide programming to help your Girl Scouts complete the listed Badge requirements. If we are unable to meet all of the requirements, it will be noted which ones will be completed during the program. Badge programs do not include physical badges.

Available Badge Opportunities

Daisies
  • Math in Nature 1, 2, or 3
  • Outdoor Art Maker
Brownies
  • Math in Nature 1, 2, or 3
  • Bugs
  • Outdoor Art Creator
Juniors
  • Math in Nature 1
  • Animal Habitats
  • Flowers
  • Gardener
  • Outdoor Art Explorer
Cadettes
  • Outdoor Art Apprentice
  • Trees
Seniors
  • Outdoor Art Expert
Ambassadors
  • Outdoor Art Master
  • Water

Please note the following information that applies to all single badge programs.

  • 2-hour program
  • Pricing
    • $20 per Girl Scout, $15 per parent
    • Girl Scout Leaders are free
  • Can be scheduled by troop leaders for individual troops throughout the year as appropriate
  • Multi-level troops can schedule a badge program for multiple levels on the same day and they will be divided by levels during the program time to complete their activities.
  • Notice of 2 weeks or more is required to schedule a program.
  • Minimum of 6 girls required/Maximum of 25 girls per program
  • Minimum of one Leader must be present for every ten Girl Scouts participating
  • Drop off and pick up details will be provided early in the week preceding the program

Think Like a Citizen Scientist (All Levels)

Girl Scouts will learn about the scientific method and how it is used to explore and understand the world around them. Garden staff will lead hands-on activities that demonstrate how data is collected, and the girls will participate in selected citizen scientist projects that are appropriate for the age of the troop and time of year. A volunteer activity is optional and may be limited based on the age of the troop and need at the garden.

Please note the following information that applies for this program.

  • 4-hour program
    • Depending on the level this will include a lunch time and an optional volunteer project
  • Pricing
    • $30 per Girl Scout
    • $15 per parent
    • Girl Scout Leaders are free
  • Can be scheduled by troop leaders for individual troops
    • These can be a mix of levels if a troop has a multi-level format.
  • Notice of 2 weeks or more is required to schedule a program
  • Minimum of 6 girls required/Maximum of 25 girls per program
  • Minimum of one Leader must be present for every ten Girl Scouts participating
  • Drop off and pick up details will be provided early in the week preceding the program

Girl Scout Climate Challenge

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Girl Scouts will join garden staff to learn about weather and climate and the importance of both on our ever changing planet. Requirements met are listed below.

  • 3-hour program
    • This includes time for a snack. You will need to provide your own snack.
  • Pricing
    • $20 per Girl Scout
    • $15 per parent
    • Girl Scout Leaders are free
  • Can be scheduled by troop leaders for individual troops
    • These can be a mix of levels if a troop has a multi-level format.
  • Notice of 2 weeks or more is required to schedule a program
  • Minimum of 6 girls required/Maximum of 25 girls per program
  • Minimum of one Leader must be present for every ten Girl Scouts participating
  • Drop off and pick up details will be provided early in the week preceding the program
K-5th Grade

Part 1:

  • Discover the difference between weather and climate.
  • Explore greenhouse gases and the carbon cycle.
  • Explore natural habitats and build a home for bugs or animals.
  • Explore land, air, water, and biodiversity at a garden.
  • Learn about climate change’s impact on bees and other pollinators.

Part 2:

  • Talk to a local climate scientist, organizer, official, or anyone trying to help the planet.
  • Learn about invasive plants and help remove them from your community.
    • **Would not include removal portion
6th-12th Grade

Part 1:

  • Discover the difference between weather and climate.
  • Explore greenhouse gases and the carbon cycle.
  • Discover how biodiversity and climate connect.
  • Interview a gardener or farmer about the impact of climate change on our food supply.

Part 2:

  • Talk to a local climate scientist or organizer.
  • Learn about water’s role in your community, such as sources, quality, treatment, and management.

Girl Scout Tree Promise

  • 3-hour program
    • This includes time for a snack. You will need to provide your own snack.
  • Pricing
    • $20 per Girl Scout
    • $15 per parent
    • Girl Scout Leaders are free
  • Can be scheduled by troop leaders for individual troops
    • These can be a mix of levels if a troop has a multi-level format.
  • Notice of 2 weeks or more is required to schedule a program
  • Minimum of 6 girls required/Maximum of 25 girls per program
  • Minimum of one Leader must be present for every ten Girl Scouts participating
  • Drop off and pick up details will be provided early in the week preceding the program

Requirements met:

  • Make the Tree Promise: Create a tree dictionary
  • Protect Trees: Collect data about trees
  • Honor Trees: Identify Trees, Try Tree Math

Festival of Trees

Badge requirements met (Activities 2,6,9,10,11,15)

  • Appropriate for all levels of Girl Scouts
  • 2 hours
  • Set dates in late November and early December
  • Can be registered for as a troop or as individual girl scouts
  • Pricing: $20 per Girl Scout, $15 per parent, Girl Scout Leaders are free