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Boy Scouts

We provide Boy Scout programs that aim to instill a sense of environmental stewardship in each scout. Through a wide variety of required and elective adventure offerings, we have something that fits the needs of each Tiger, Wolf, Bear, and Webelos Den, as well as other general scouting programs that suit all ages. With topics such as boating safety, wilderness survival, and ecosystems, scouts will have fun while learning important life skills.

Scout programs can be scheduled on weekend mornings or early afternoons, or weeknights, depending on availability.

Onsite-only scout programs adhere to the following pricing scale, and troop leaders and adult chaperones are free. Any special exceptions are noted under the specific program descriptions below.

0-5 scouts | $100 per program
6-10 scouts | $125 per program
11-15 scouts | $175 per program
16-20 scouts | $225 per program

If your pack is larger than 20 scouts and you are interested in one of our onsite scout programs, please contact the registrar to see what may be available.

Programs that are available both onsite and offsite (listed under the last drop-down below) have flat fee pricing for any size pack, and are great options for large pack meetings and events.

Tigers in the Wild (Required Adventure)

What do you need to survive in the wild? Learn about the six essential items every Tiger Scout needs to make it in the wilderness. Take a short hike to view plants and animals and end the hike with a roaring campfire and special s’mores snack!
Duration: 1 1/2 hours | Available Year-Round

The Sky is the Limit (Elective Adventure)

Did you know that there are over 300 billion stars in the Milky Way galaxy? Discover what it means to be an astronomer while viewing stars through telescopes and binoculars. Create your own constellation project to take home. Telescope viewing is weather dependent and will be substituted with an indoor alternative if necessary.
Duration: 1 1/2 hours | Available Year-Round

Paws on the Path (Required Adventure)

Thousands of animals and plants call Wisconsin home. Learn about the clues these organisms leave behind then search for these clues while taking a one-mile hike on Schlitz Audubon grounds.
Duration: 2 hours | Available Year-Round

Digging up the Past (Elective Adventure)

There were dinosaurs at Schlitz Audubon? You bet! Long ago Wisconsin was a shallow saltwater sea known as the Silurian Sea. We will search for fossils of Wisconsin’s ancient residents. Scouts will also participate in our own dino-dig, and finish off with a fossil-themed snack!
Duration: 2 hours | Available April-October

Fur, Feathers, and Ferns (Required Adventure)

From tracks and scat to seed shells and chewed bark, signs of animals are all around. Venture the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center grounds on a one-mile hike to search for evidence of animals. Learn how to make your own backyard a habitat for animals.
Duration: 2 hours | Available Year-Round

Salmon Run (Elective Adventure)

Boating and water safety is something every scout should know, so come to Schlitz Audubon for hands-on experience canoeing in Mystery Lake! Scouts will learn proper canoe etiquette, the safety equipment every paddler should have on the water, as well as paddle skills and strokes.
Duration: 2 hours | Available April-October
Special Pricing: $25 per Scout | Minimum Fee: $250

Into the Wild (ELECTIVE ADVENTURE)

Over 70% of the Earth’s surface is covered in water. Explore the ponds and waterways of the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center on a nature hike. Learn safe ways to collect and release small organisms, and piece together an aquatic food chain by catching, observing and identifying pond critters.
Duration: 2 hours | Available April-October

Into the Woods (ELECTIVE ADVENTURE)

Trees are an essential part of the forest ecosystem. Explore the forests of the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center. Scouts will learn how to identify common Wisconsin trees, plants and shrubs while roaming the various ecosystems at Schlitz Audubon.
Duration: 2 hours | Available Year-Round     

EARTH ROCKS! (ELECTIVE ADVENTURE)

Learn all about the geology of Wisconsin by exploring the Lake Michigan shoreline at Schlitz Audubon. Together we’ll search our beach and identify rock types and geological forces at work. Scouts will take part in earth science demonstrations and learn how much the study of geology “rocks!”
Duration: 2 hours | Available April-October  

Experience Schlitz Audubon like never before by staying overnight! Put your senses to the test on a night hike to see if you have what it takes to be a nocturnal animal. Then, gather around the campfire to make s’mores! A continental breakfast is offered in the morning.
Available November-March
Special Pricing: $45 per Scout | $15 per Adult | Minimum Fee: $450

Owl Prowl

Hike with us deep into the forest while hunting for owls. Sound is the best way to identify owls- put on your big deer ears and prepare to hear and see some of our local residents. This program provides the natural history knowledge and necessary activities to complete your badge requirements. Includes a guided hike, owl artifacts, and guaranteed live owls!
Duration: 1 1/2 hours | Available August-November
Special Pricing: $15 per Scout | $15 per Adult | Minimum: $150

Schlitz After Dark

Explore Schlitz Audubon in this nighttime-guided nature hike! Put your senses to the test and discover what animals become active as the sun goes down. Watch the sunset from the top of the observation tower, then hike around the many habitats, looking and listening for wildlife. Program scheduling will be based on sunset times.
Duration: 2 hours | Available Year-Round

Reptiles & Amphibians

Whether they slither, hop, jump, swim, or crawl, Wisconsin’s reptiles and amphibians are sure to fascinate your group. See them up close and learn about what makes each of them unique in this intriguing program!
Duration: 1 hour | Price: $250 | Available Year-Round

Owls: Designed for Darkness

These seldom seen, silent winged hunters shine best when the sun goes down. Our feathered raptor staff model their special night hunting adaptations and some basic owl behaviors providing insights into their natural history. Wisconsin is home to a variety of native owls, each with its own special adaptations. Our resident owls will engage your audience as they see firsthand the power of these amazing birds. Pellet dissection also offered for an enhanced learning experience!
Duration: 1 hour | Price: $325 | Available Year-Round

Beaks and Talons

Which bird is the fastest? Which has silent flight? Join us for an interactive comparison of falcons, hawks, and owls. This is an engaging and informative experience for all ages!
Duration: 1 hour | Price: $325 | Available Year-Round

Eagle and Friends

With awesome power, spectacular strength, a huge wingspan, and massive talons, the Bald Eagle is the very essence of a raptor and headlines this program. Accompanied by hawks, owls, and falcons.
Duration: 1 hour | Price: $400 | Available Year-Round

Raptors in Conservation

In this presentation, learn about conservation successes and challenges that raptor ecologists face. Environmental contamination, habitat loss, and climate change have the most dramatic effect on apex predators, making raptors strong indicators of overall ecosystem health. Our live birds will provide unique opportunities to explore past and present issues in conservation. Scouts will also learn how they can help conserve raptors in their everyday lives.
Duration: 1 hour | Price: $400 | Available Year-Round

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Events

Nature Ambassador Activities

Sunday, April 2, 2023
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

On Sunday afternoons volunteer Nature Ambassadors provide education by introducing visitors to our reptile and... Read Story >

Word with a Bird

Sunday, April 2, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Join us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two... Read Story >

I Spy: April Showers

Saturday, April 8, 2023
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Join Naturalist Melanie Ziolecki on a guided hike to find raindrops, puddles, and more. Each... Read Story >

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center

Located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, our mission is to conserve our land’s diverse habitats on Lake Michigan and provide meaningful experiences and environmental education for all.

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
1111 E. Brown Deer Road
Milwaukee, WI 53217
(414) 352-2880

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8:30am – 5:00pm Daily

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$8 Adults
$5 Ages 3-17
$5 Active Duty & Veterans

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