Cub Scouts

Your pack may choose a two-hour program or an overnight program from the topics listed below. We will complete most, if not all, of the requirements but the badge itself is not included. Cub Scouts from Wolves through Webelos will explore the outdoor environment and the natural sciences through indoor and outdoor games, projects, stories, and interpretive hikes. Come join us for a wonderful experience enjoying the great outdoors!

Programs that meet electives and requirements

Birds
Appropriate for: Wolf
We’ll go on a bird hike, make feeders, and hear a story about birds. This elective requires that you keep a list of all of the birds you see for an entire week; bring the bird list you’re working on or get started with us!

Sharing Your World with Wildlife
Appropriate for: Bear
Learn about endangered species as we make feeders for the wild birds in Black Pond Woods. We’ll enjoy a journey into the woods to search for our forest friends and then visit the animals in our Critter House.

Outdoorsman
Appropriate for: Webelos
Earn your Outdoorsman Merit Badge with us! This is an overnight program which takes an evening and morning to complete. Come prepared to camp outside or in our DTE Energy Nature House. Note: this is only available as an overnight program.

Programs for academic belt loops & pins

Forester
Appropriate for: Webelos
Explore the trees in the forest! Learn about local forests and go on a hike to identify some native trees of Michigan. How does a tree grow? What does it need to live? You’ll find out through activities and games.

Naturalist
Appropriate for: Webelos
A naturalist is always observing the world around him. We’ll explore everything we can find outdoors.

Science
Appropriate for: Wolf, Bear, and Webelos
Roll up your sleeves and come prepared for some science exploration! Be wowed by the wonders of science through hands-on experiments and discoveries.

Wildlife Conservation
Appropriate for: Wolf, Bear, and Webelos
Through games and hands-on activities, learn what it means to be a good steward to the animals that share our planet. We’ll hike to see natural resources up close and do a small service project to help wildlife.

Plan your outing

Call 734-997-1553 or fill out this form to arrange a program. Please have the following information ready before you call:

• Contact Name & Phone Number
• Program Choice & Ideal Dates
• School & School Address
• Group Size

The fee for two-hour programs is $9 per scout with a minimum payment of $90. There is no charge for adults. 

The fee for overnight programs is $26 per scout with a minimum payment of $260, and a maximum of 18 scouts. There is no charge for adults. Cost includes one of our Program Coordinators leading your group, activities, snacks, and breakfast. We require one adult per five children in attendance; additional adults are encouraged and welcomed. Your group may sleep in the DTE Energy Nature House on the carpeted floor or outside in your own tents. All overnights are from 6:00 p.m. Friday - 10:00 a.m. Saturday or 6:00 p.m. Saturday - 10:00 a.m. Sunday, and dates are available September through June.

Custom programs are available; please call 734-997-1553 for more information.