Programs for Scout Troops
The Seacoast Science Center is the perfect destination for Girl Scout and Cub Scout groups interested
in learning about science and nature. Center programs help scouts earn badges through hands-on
activities or can serve as introductory or wrap-up lessons to compliment in-depth merit badge projects.
Located in Odiorne Point State Park in Rye, NH, there are seven diferent natural habitats and 135 acres
to explore. Inside the Center, live animal and interpretive exhibits reinforce learning. With a wide variety
of topics, habitats, and program formats to choose from, your troop’s visit to the Seacoast Science Center will prove to be an exciting educational experience that scouts will remember for years to come.
Both indoor and outdoor programs are available throughout the year. All programs can be altered to
meet the needs of any age group, size, time frame, or budget. You may choose one of our popular
programs listed in this brochure or we can customize a program to meet your speciic needs.
We can also deliver a live virtual ield program to your troop’s meeting via video conference. All you
need is a computer with a camera and microphone, and a screen to project the program.
Scout Group Programs fees are $8 per scout for a 1 hour program; $10 per scout for a 2 hour
program; $12 per scout for a 3 hour program; $14 per scout for 4 hour program. There is a minimum
fee of $50/hour to run a program. Badges are available for purchase in our Nature Store.
570 Ocean Boulevard, Rye, NH 03870
Ph: 603-436-8043
Fax: 603-433-2235
www.seacoastsciencecenter.org
Girl Scout Programs
Animal Helper Badge
In the irst hour, scouts will learn about marine animal
husbandry through a behind-the-scenes tour of the Center’s aquarium systems. In the second hour, participants will
learn about the Center’s Marine Mammal Rescue Team and
become “CSI investigators” as they assess the health of, and
perform a mock rescue of, a seal.
Scientist Badge
Scouts will participate in a series of fun and awe-inspiring
experiments. Girls will learn that science is all around us and
even the littlest things can make a big bang!
Animal Habitat Badge
Scouts will learn how animals play, where they live, and how
they survive through games and activities. Nature journaling and guided outdoor discovery compliment the indoor
activities.
Water Badge
Scouts will investigate the water cycle. Through a compelling
art project, students will learn how the ocean is changing
due to increased CO2. Scouts in the Ambassador program will
investigate ocean acidiication.
Cub Scout Programs
Environmental Science Merit Badge
Oceanography Merit Badge
In the irst hour, participants will learn key vocabulary terms
through fun games and conduct hands-on experiments to
learn about how ecosystems are impacted. In the second
hour, we will compare diferent habitats through guided
exploration of Odiorne Point State Park.
In this program, scouts will learn how the ocean inluences
our daily lives and how we impact the health of the ocean.
Scouts will create models of the ocean loor, explore vocabulary through games, and learn about careers in marine science. With additional time, scouts will ind out what research
is being done locally and do some data collection.
Fish and Wildlife Merit Badge
Scouts will have the opportunity to observe and record data
on wildlife in the Park and create nature journals to document their indings. If you prefer an indoor program, scouts
can learn about the anatomy and physiology of animals by
doing a squid dissection or by putting together marine
mammal skeletons.
Nature Merit Badges
You many choose from many program options to earn a
Nature Merit Badge, and depending on the length of your
program, choose one or more. Options include a scavenger
hunt to learn about local lora and fauna, a geology lesson to
learn about diferent rock formations, a biodiversity lesson
through a fun camoulage game, and more!
Custom Programs
We’ll create an experience to fulill your troop’s goals.
Length and cost varies depending on number of scouts.
Did not ind what you were looking for? You can choose
one or more of the program themes listed below or we can
design a program to meet your speciic needs. Pick three or
four programs and we will create a rotation schedule for your
troop. Come for the day or just for a few hours and experience all the Center and Park have to ofer. The possibilities
are endless!
Mysterious Woods
Walk the trails, explore the Park, and take advantage of
all the teachable moments; tracks, bugs, plants and remnants
of old houses. You could even have your students
build forts to learn about animal shelters!
Weather
Students will learn how the ocean inluences our weather
and will understand how various weather systems can
impact coastal communities.
Connect with Mount Washington Scientists
Compare sea level data and weather systems with those at
the summit of Mount Washington. Children can talk with a
scientist at highest point in NH and learn about tools used to
collect data. This is a live distance learning program.
Integrated Arts
Learn and create! This program introduces scouts to marine
science through a fun, interactive presentation, and then
allows them to illustrate and reinforce their learning through
a creative art project.
Outreach Programs and Virtual Field Trips
Let the Seacoast Science Center come to you!
Our naturalists will deliver innovative, content-rich programs
right in your troop’s meeting place! We can travel to you or
connect via computer. Topics include A Whale of a Program,
Coastal Critters, Save A Seal, and many more.
Cost depends on program length and mileage.
Some restrictions apply.
Schedule Your Program
To schedule a program contact Sarah at 603-436-8043, ext. 20 or [email protected]
Our Registrar will make sure you have all of the information
you need to make the most of your visit. When you receive
your invoice please be sure all dates and times are correct.
Your invoice is the formal conirmation that your program is scheduled. Allow 2-4 weeks for delivery.
Please read all conirmation materials and communicate
the information to your group. Full payment is required
before your program begins.
570 Ocean Boulevard, Rye, NH 03870
Ph: 603-436-8043
Cancellation Policy
Programs are taught rain or shine. If SSC cancels a program
and is unable to reschedule, you will be fully refunded. If you
cancel a program 20 business days prior to your program
date, you will receive a 50% refund. “No shows” and cancellations made fewer than 20 business days prior will not
receive a refund.
Fax: 603-433-2235
www.seacoastsciencecenter.org