The Fox Valley Scout Program Collaboration is a group of field trip providers that have developed programs based on the requirements of BSA cub scout awards of merit. We have collaborated to provide a range of professionally-led programs that give scouts of all levels an opportunity to earn awards in field trip settings throughout the Fox Valley. Our efforts are published in a single brochure to make it easier for scout leaders to find the programs they need. This collaboration is voluntary, and is organized by the providers.
Cub Scouts
Would a Scavenger Hunt Sheet spice up your hike? We have a variety of sheets to download to use both at Heckrodt and elsewhere.
Hot off the presses!
Preliminary brochures for 2012/2013 cub scout clinics
Webelos Clinics 2012-2013
Cub Scout Leader Resources to Borrow From HWR!
Available year around! Reservation one week before pickup is required.
Boy Scout Merit Badge Clinic
HWR will host one boy scout merit badge clinic in 2013. Earn the Environmental Science Merit Badge in two evening programs, February 6, 2013 and February 13, 2013 (both evenings required). $15/scout. Registration due by January 30, 2013
Environmental Science Merit Badge Clinic Registration
Gathering Waters District BSA Snowshoe Loans (Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts)
The Gathering Waters District has 13 pairs of snowshoes available to cub scout and boy scout leaders for use with dens and troops. There is no charge for the use of these snowshoes, but a reservation must be made in advance. Snowshoe checkout is managed by Heckrodt Wetland Reserve. Download the Snowshoe Request Form for more information.
Girl Scouts
Heckrodt Wetland Reserve is currently developing new clinic programs for girl scouts. Until we have them on our schedule, we will be happy to consider accommodating your troop with a program or hike to meet current badge requirements. Our ability to do so will depend on the availability of a naturalist during the time you wish to come to the Reserve. While we will do our best, there is no guarantee a naturalist will be available. Fees for these naturalist-led programs are $5/scout with a minimum fee of $25.
Troops are welcome to attend public programs for the published fee/person. Please pre-register to let us know how many people you may be bringing. You may also visit the Reserve on your own any time during business hours at no charge. A call ahead is always appreciated. Reserve staff is not responsible for meeting your adult to girl chaperone ratio.
Eagle Scouts
HWR currently has no eagle scout candidate Leadership Projects available.
Eagle Scout projects at other local sites are listed here:
Fox Valley Scout Collaboration
Other Fox Valley Scout Program Collaborative Members
Programs, venues, and a collection of registration forms from various sites can be found at the Collaboration Website: http://sites.google.com/site/foxvalleyscoutprograms
Please contact each provider for registration materials and program information at their sites. Links are provided for convenience:
1000 Islands Environmental Center
Barlow Planetarium
Gardens of the Fox Cities
Bergstrom-Mahler Museum
The History Museum at the Castle
Weis Earth Science Museum
Paper Discovery Center
Bubolz Nature Preserve