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Scout Groups

Great Parks of Hamilton County offers programs for scout groups at Parky's Farm, Miami Whitewater Forest, Sharon Woods and Woodland Mound.

Indoor and outdoor programs are provided at many of our Great Parks locations, with emphasis placed on local flora and fauna, environmental and ecology studies. Unique programs can be catered to the needs of the Girl Scout leaders in order to achieve specified badge work and cater the group's interests and experiences. Private programs are available at various locations on a variety of topics. Guided hikes and live animal presentations are a popular option. Fees will depend on program content and materials. Advanced registration of at least one month is required, with payment due at the time of the program or before.

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To learn more, call 513-521-7275.

Scout Programs

Choose Your Own Adventure Campout

Scouts and scout leaders are invited to visit our youth camps for a full day (and night) of activities. Leaders and Great Parks staff will work together to develop a badge (or not), programming to meet your scout level and explore the parks. Potential topics could include; evening campfire, night hike, animals and animals habitats, plants, flowers, arts, crafts and more! Call to create your own adventure.

Cost:  Youth camp reservations range from $90-$115, programming ranges from $10-$20/person  

Location:
Mitchell Memorial Forest | Pine Meadow Youth Camp
Miami Whitewater Forest | Hidden Hollow Youth Camp

Dates: Open year-round, subject to availability 
Register: Call 513-202-7889

Daisy Scouts

Daisy Girl Scouts: Animal Observer and Trail Adventure

CANCELLED

Gear up for a safari adventure! Explore a trail and be on the lookout for wildlife. From tracks to scat, there are signs of animal antics all around us. Join in some trailside games and learn about our local wild!

Cost: $10/person Age(s): Daisy Scouts
Location: Miami Whitewater Forest | Timberlakes Program Shelter
Dates:
April 5, 2025 | 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.

Daisy Scouts: Outdoor Art Maker

Get outdoors and observe the beauty of nature around us. Like an artist, we’ll look at size, shape, and color, then make nature art to take home. 

Cost: $10/person Age(s): 6+
Location: Sharon Woods | Sharon Centre

Recurring:

April 12, 2025 | 1 p.m.

Register

Daisy Scouts: Animal Observer & Trail Adventure

Gear up for a safari adventure! Explore a trail and be on the lookout for wildlife. From tracks to scat, there are signs of animal antics all around us. Join in some trailside games and learn about our local wild!

Cost: $10/person Location: Woodland Mound | Seasongood Nature Center

Recurring:

Nov. 16, 2024 | 1 p.m.

Register

Daisy Scouts: Space Science Explorer

Daisy Scouts are invited to explore the sun, moon and stars at Sharon Woods. We'll step outside for activities in the sun, then go inside to observe the night sky in our inflatable indoor planetarium.

Cost: $10/person Age(s): 6+
Location: Sharon Woods | Sharon Centre
Recurring: Jan 26. | 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.

Register

Daisy Girl Scouts: Animal Observer

Put your senses to work as we observe and learn about animals. You might spot horses or cows sleeping while standing up, or chickens bathing in dust. Find out what else you can discover about animals by using your eyes to watch, ears to listen, nose to smell, and hands to touch.

Cost: $10/person Location: Winton Woods | Farm & Equestrian Center


Recurring:
March 8, 2025 | 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. (Registration opens January 2, 2025)
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Brownie Scouts

Brownie Girl Scouts: Eco-Friend

Get outdoors and explore the wild wonders of Great Parks. From building a safe campfire to being a wildlife steward, jump into becoming an eco-friend.

Cost:  $10/person  Age(s): Brownie Scouts
Location: Mitchell Memorial Forest | Wood Duck Trailhead 
Recurring:
Oct. 19, 2024 | 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.
April 19, 2025 | 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. | CANCELLED

Brownie Scouts: All About Bugs

Brownies are invited to explore the park as we go on the hunt for insects and other bugs. Along the way, we'll learn all about these incredible animals, what they eat and the places they call home.

Cost: $10/person Ages:6+
Location: Nature Center at The Summit

Recurring:

Sept. 21, 2024 | 10 a.m.

Register

Brownie Scouts: Outdoor Art Creator

Explore different types of art, patterns and designs while walking through beautiful outdoor landscapes and natural areas. Create your own art inspired by nature that you can take home. (Registration opens Jan. 3, 2025)

Cost: $10/person Age(s): 7+
Location: Sharon Woods | Sharon Centre

Recurring:

April 12 | 10 a.m.

Register

Brownie Girl Scouts: Pets

Strap up your boots and get ready to dig your hands into some farm chores. Explore the barnyard and learn how to care for different animals. Help feed the cow, clean out a horse stall, and check on the rabbits. Registration closes 2 days prior to program.

Registration for 2025 dates will open Jan 2.

Cost: $10/person Location: Winton Woods | Farm & Equestrian Center
Recurring:
Sept 7, March 22 & April 5 | 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.

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Junior Scouts

Junior Girl Scouts: Animal Habitats

Looking for a home with a view? Waterfront property? Take a tour of the most amazing animal homes and meet the neighbors! Both forest and wetland exploration options are available.

Cost:  $10/person  Age(s): Junior Scouts
Location: Miami Whitewater Forest | Visitor Center
Recurring:
Theme: Forest Habitat
March 8, 2025 | 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. CANCELLED
Theme: Wetland Habitat
May 10, 2025 |  10 a.m. & 1 p.m. CANCELLED

Junior Girl Scouts: Playing in the Past

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Leap into life on the Ohio frontier. Visit a historic schoolhouse, play some pioneer games and get ready to boogie pioneer style in this blast from the past.

Cost:  $10/person  Age(s): Junior Scouts
Location: Shawnee Lookout | Springhouse School
Recurring:
Oct. 12, 2024 | 10 a.m.
April 12, 2025 |  10 a.m. & 1 p.m. 

Junior Girl Scouts: Geocacher

Do you like adventure? How about buried treasure? Perhaps you like seeing new things or going new places. Geocaching might be the game for you. Sign up your troop for this real life scavenger hunt, find hidden caches, make a swap, and complete the requirements for your badge.

Cost: $10/person Age(s): 8+
Location: Sharon Woods | Sharon Centre


Recurring:
Feb. 22, 2025 | 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Register

Junior Girl Scouts: Eco Camper

Earn your Junior Eco Camper badge at the Adventure Outpost and discover how to protect the environment on your next camping trip! We’ll learn about the principles of Leave No Trace, practice setting up camp, don our chef hats as we meal plan, and go for a hike together. After you’ve earned this badge, you’ll have the skills for minimal-impact camping and know how to protect the environment when you go outdoors.

Cost: $10/person Age(s): Junior Girl Scouts
Location: Winton Woods | Adventure Outpost
Recurring:
May 11 | 10 a.m.
May 25 | 1 p.m.

Sold Out

Cadette Scouts

Cadette Girl Scouts: Night Owl

Tiptoe into nature at night to explore the world after dark. With the sun down, discover some crazy nocturnal animals, test your night senses and get ready for some nighttime festivities.

Cost:  $10/person  Age(s): Cadette Scouts
Location: Mitchell Memorial Forest | Wood Duck Trailhead
Recurring:
Nov. 9, 2024 | 7 p.m.
Feb. 22, 2025 | 7 p.m. CANCELLED

Cadette Girl Scouts: Trees

CANCELLED

The fall is a great time to learn about trees! Cadettes are invited to come learn all about these skyscrapers of the forest through hands-on activities and a hike.

Cost: $10/person (register by 10/16) Age(s): 11+
Location: Sharon Woods | Sharon Centre

Recurring:

Oct. 19, 2024 | 1 p.m.

Cadette Girl Scouts: Archery (Basic Compound Bow)

Earn your archery Badge from a USA Archery certified instructor at Adventure Outpost! Get hands-on experience with this exciting sport that takes strength, focus, good form, and practice. After you’ve earned this badge, you’ll know how to take aim outdoors with your new archery skills.

Cost: $22/person Age(s): For Cadette Girl Scouts only
Location: Winton Woods | Adventure Outpost
Recurring:
April 6 | 10 a.m.
April 20 | 1 p.m.

Sold Out

Senior Scouts

Senior Girl Scouts: Paddling (SUP)

Earn your Paddling badge from an American Canoe Association certified instructor at Adventure Outpost! Try out standup paddleboarding (SUP)—and learn the knowledge and skills you need to have an unforgettable experience. After earning this badge you’ll have paddling skills and know how to be safe—and have fun—on the water. Scouts must be accompanied by a paid, participating adult.

Cost: $28/person Age(s): Senior Girl Scouts Only
Location: Campbell Lakes
Recurring:
June 15 | 1 p.m.
Aug. 26 | 10 a.m.

Register

Senior Girl Scouts: Paddling (Kayak)

Earn your Paddling badge from an American Canoe Association certified instructor at Adventure Outpost! Try out kayaking and learn the knowledge and skills you need to have an unforgettable experience. After this earning this badge you’ll have paddling skills and know how to be safe—and have fun—on the water. Scouts must be accompanied by a paid/registered adult.

Cost: $32/person Age(s): Senior Girl Scouts Only
Location: Winton Woods | Adventure Outpost

Sold Out

Scout Programs

Webelos: Into the Woods

Bring your den out to complete this elective adventure and get down to the root of what makes Ohio's trees so special. We'll hike into the woods to identify trees and learn about the services they provide to us and the ecosystem.

Cost: $9/Scout (Register at least 2 days in advance)  Location: Sharon Woods | Sharon Centre

Recurring:

Dec. 28 | 10 a.m. - noon

March 2 | 10 a.m. - noon

Register

Webelos: Earth Rocks!

Cincinnati has a rich geologic history for us to dig in to! Bring your den to Sharon Woods to be a geologist for the day and complete this elective adventure. Go on a rock hunt, test minerals, and discover how rocks and minerals affect our everyday lives in ways big and small.

Cost: $9 (register at least two days in advance) Location: Sharon Woods | Sharon Centre
Recurring: Jan. 5 & Feb. 2 | 10 a.m.-noon

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