Young girl holding scout project simulated bird nest

Scout Programs

Scouting at Heckrodt Wetland Reserve

Online Registration For All Clinics

 


Cub Scouts

Heckrodt Wetland Reserve has developed scout programs based on the requirements of BSA Cub Scout Awards of Merit.  We strive to give scouts of all levels an opportunity to earn awards in an outdoor field setting. If you have a suggestion for a program idea or topic, please feel free to let us know. Happy Scouting!

Upcoming Clinics:

Webelos Arrow of Light Adventures – Into the Wild/Into the Woods

Saturday, November 8, 2025  12:30-3PM

 

Bear Habitat

Saturday, January 10, 2026  1-3PM

 

Wolf Adventures – Paws on the Path

Saturday, February 14, 2026  1-3PM

 

Pre-registration and payments for all clinics are required in advance.

Online Registration Here

Cub Scout Clinics Flyer 2025-26

Would a Scavenger Hunt spice up your hike? Download a variety of scavenger hunt sheets to use both at Heckrodt and elsewhere.

Heckrodt Wetland Reserve Cub Scout Programs Contact: Heather Weigelt

 

Boy Scouts — Environmental Science Merit Badge Clinic – FULL   

An Environmental Science Merit Badge Clinic is scheduled for Friday, July 31, 2026 from 9AM-3PM. Preregistration and payments are required in advance.

Online Registration Here

  • There will be a $15 non-refundable processing fee in the event you must cancel for the Environmental Science Merit Badge Clinic.  You may receive a refund minus the $15 processing fee if cancellations are made ten business days before session begins.

Heckrodt Wetland Reserve Boy Scout Merit Badge Clinic Contact: Heather Weigelt

 

 

Eagle Scout Projects

For information about Eagle Scout Projects, please contact Emma Neuman.

 

Girl Scouts 

Our naturalist will work with your troop to develop a program for any nature badge or journey. Programs must be arranged in advance and a prepaid reservation made. Fee is $9/scout with a minimum of $45. For more information contact Andrea Bierbrauer.

Girl Scout Ala-Cart Programming

Register for all girl scout programming here

Girl Scout Flyer 2025-2026

Daisy:

  • Clover: Math in Nature Series
  • Clover: Using Resources Wisely
  • Eco Learner

Brownie:

  • Bug Badge
  • Eco Friend Badge
  • Hiker Badge
  • Math in Nature Series
  • WOW! Wonders of Water Journey

Junior:

  • Animal Habitats Badge
  • Eco Camper
  • Flowers
  • Math in Nature Series

Cadette:

  • Eco Trekker
  • Think Like a Citizen Scientist – Journey
  • Trees

Girl Scout Program Days:    
Two Time slots available each Saturday: 11am- 1pm & 1:30-3:30 pm
Saturdays Dates: 
* November 1st –PM Only
* January 3rd –PM Only
* February 7th
* March 7
th
* April 11
th – PM Only
* May 2nd (only PM Session in May) 

(Can also schedule afterschool or school early release days.)

We will work with your troop if you have other program needs too.

Heckrodt Wetland Reserve Girl Scout Program Contact: Andrea Bierbrauer