Program Themes

Choose the theme of your day program or overnight from the following list of programs currently available. (Outreach Program Themes are listed below).
* Are not badge-related programs.

Daisies

Green Petal - Use Resources Wisely, Rose Petal - Make the World a Better Place, *Animals, *Woodland Walk, *Young Scientist, *Maple Sugaring (only offered late winter/early spring).

Brownies

Animals, Earth and Sky, Eco-Explorer, Movers, Plants, Science In Action, Science Wonders, Space Explorer, Watching Wildlife, Water Everywhere, *Maple Sugaring (only offered late winter/early spring).

Juniors

Earth Connections, Plants and Animals, Rocks Rock, Science Discovery, Sky Search, Water Wonders, Wildlife, *Maple Sugaring (only offered late winter/early spring).

Cadettes & Seniors

We are in the process of establishing badge programs and/or resources for those wishing to utilize the Science Center while working towards those achievements. Please check back for updated information.

Day Programs

SSNSC’s hands-on, fun, and informative day programs are an excellent field trip for scout groups to explore science and nature with a Naturalist and earn a badge.

The cost of a day program is based on the number of children in attendance. There is a minimum charge for 10 if fewer than 10 children attend the program.

1 hour day program: $7.00 per child / minimum $70.00
1.5 hour program: $9.00 per child / minimum $90.00
2.0 hour program: $11.00 per child / minimum $110.00

Day Program Discount

Scout groups are eligible to receive discounts by selecting a series of badge programs for a single group of children. Leaders may schedule two 1.5 hour programs on the same or different days. Scout programs can be completed throughout the year, however the dates must be scheduled at the same time. The discounted program fee is $16.00 per child for both programs; the minimum charge is $160.00. South Shore Natural Science Center | Girl Scout Program

Overnights

Come discover the Science Center at night while working towards a scout badge. Sleep in our carpeted auditorium or outdoors in a tent. Overnight programs are tailored to fit your group’s needs. An evening snack and breakfast are included. Each child who attends an overnight at SSNSC will receive an SSNSC overnight patch. Overnights are available year-round and can be scheduled for Friday or Saturday nights.

One adult chaperone should be provided for every ten children. The first two chaperones will be admitted free, additional adults are $10 each.

All Overnight Programs include:

Night Hike (weather permitting)
Visit live animals in the Ecozone
Badge-related activities
Evening snack and breakfast
One free SSNSC overnight patch per child

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00am
Cost: $38 per child (minimum $380)

Outreach Programs

The SSNSC offers outreach programs in the South Shore area. Naturalists can make a wildlife presentation at your meeting or ceremony, or lead an exploration of a habitat in your area. Wildlife presentations are a combination of live animal(s) and mounted specimens, as well as other theme-related natural items such as feathers, bones, shells, and furs when appropriate.

Cost: $200 for one 45-minute program.

Wildlife Presentation Themes

Prowlers of the Night
Learn about wildlife that goes bump in the night. Who are these mysterious night watchmen and how do they adapt to a nocturnal lifestyle?

Furry, Warm, and Soft
What makes a mammal a mammal? Explore these creatures’ characteristics and learn what is fact or fiction about our local furry neighbors!

Reptiles and Amphibians
Frogs, turtles and snakes, oh, my! Reptiles and amphibians are found all over Massachusetts. Find out how reptiles and amphibians are the same, how they are different, and meet some of the locals live!

*Please note that animal availability is not guaranteed due to the possibility of illness or other conditions restricting public viewing.

For more information or to schedule a program, please contact the Scout Coordinator at 781-659-2559 Ext. 218 or Email Us.