Hidden Oaks Nature Center Scouting Adventures

Base Price for Scout Programs

(Does not apply to merit badges)

The base price for scout programs is $3 per person for each half-hour of a program.
There may be additional fees for supplies or tours.

0.5 hours = $3 / person
1  hour  =  $6 / person
1.5 hours = $9 / person
2  hours  =  $12 / person

Merit badge fees are listed on each badge's registration page.

• Registration and advanced payment are required for all scout programs.
• To register, call 703-941-1065.
• Programs meet all requirements for badges.
• Hidden Oaks is happy to tailor a program to meet your needs and can schedule a program for groups of 12 or more scouts on a range of topics. Hidden Oaks naturalists lead many nature, science and art badge, loop and pin–related programs.
• Schedule a badge-related or live reptile and amphibian program at Hidden Oaks or at your regular meeting site.

Click the links below to download requirements and pre-work information for merit badges offered at Hidden Oaks:

Scout Volunteers

• Do what you enjoy. Hidden Oaks Nature Center has opportunities for teen and adult volunteers.
• Work with animals, kids, trails, or help at the front desk.
• Support the park mission of natural and cultural resource education and protection, and improve county residents' quality of life through recreation.
• Put your passion for natural resource protection, gardening, animal care or education into action.
• Keep in mind, it's safer and more fun to work outdoors with a friend.

Ask at the front desk for a Volunteer Application or apply online.