SCOUT PROGRAMS

Our goal is to allow children to experience hands-on outdoor fun while gaining respect for all living things. In our 265-acre outdoor classroom of woodland, wetland, field and stream, children of all ages delight in the wonders of nature while learning important ecological principles expressed in our programs.

To bring your scouts, call us at 732-946-9694 to schedule a date with us. You will then choose a program from the attached list. Because of the nature of the activities, some programs can only be done at certain times of the year.

Programs Include (but are not limited to):
 

GIRL SCOUTS

Brownie Try-its:

Animals - Play games and take a hike to learn about animals. We’ll complete the requirements for: Understanding Animals, Creature Moves, Looks Mean Something and Sound Charades.

Earth and Sky - Look up, look down, fun things to see and do are all around. Brownies will complete the requirements for Can You Dig it?, Going Going Gone, Sky Watching and Creatures of the Air.

Eco-Explorer - Begin by making a Food Chain and playing the What’s a Habitat game. Then head out on the trails for Exploring Nature and Make a Habitat.

Outdoor Adventurer - Hit the trail in small groups for a fun Day Hike. We’ll stop to Touch, Smell and Listen and Build a Shelter. We’ll play a fun Dress for the Weather Relay. Troops will need to bring their own walking salad to complete the requirements.

Senses - All senses are awakened and refreshed as Brownies explore the woods in ways they may never have. We’ll complete the requirements for Only the Nose Knows, Make a Better Ear, Can You Feel It? and What’s It Like?

Water Everywhere - We’ll have lots of fun exploring the pond and stream as we complete these requirements: Drip Drop, Made of Water, Water Snooper and Water Explorer. (You will get muddy and possibly wet, dress for action)
MAY - JUNE ONLY

Junior Badges:

Earth Connections - Girls will have a fun time exploring Kateri’s woods to complete six requirements for their Ecology Badge.

Rocks Rock - Get your feet wet as you complete six requirements for the Rocks Rock badge, including the highlight of the day - a fossil hunt in the Tan Vat Brook. WARM WEATHER ONLY APRIL - JUNE; SEPTEMBER - MID OCTOBER

Water Wonders - Learn more about the world of wet and wonderful water during a visit to Kateri’s pond and stream. We’ll get wet and muddy as we complete the requirements for the Water Wonder badge. AVAILABLE APRIL - JUNE ONLY.

Wildlife - Try your hand at observing and helping wildlife as you earn your Wildlife Badge.

Your Outdoor Surroundings  Step outside and learn about the wonderful world of the outdoors. Learn to plan for a hike, a hobby or even a career in the outdoors.

CUB SCOUTS

Wolves: Join us for a fun hike in Kateri’s woods as you earn arrow points toward your Birds or Outdoor Adventure electives.

Bears: We’ll help your den to complete some fun activities for Sharing your World with Wildlife or Native American Life.

Webelos: Hit the trails and complete your Forester or Naturalist Activity Badges.
 

ALL GROUPS

These are some of our more popular activities for all groups. Although they are not directly related to scout achievements they are sure to be fun and enlightening!

Fossil Fun Step back in time to when the ocean covered New Jersey. We will explore the Tan Vat Brook and search for fossilized sharks teeth, seashells and crustaceans. Be prepared for mud. WARM WEATHER ONLY APRIL - JUNE; SEPTEMBER - MID OCTOBER (grades 3 -12)

Maple Sugaring Discover the folklore and science of maple sugaring through our funny skits. Learn how trees are tapped and take part in the Kateri maple syrup taste test. FEBRUARY - MARCH ONLY (grades K-12)

Also check out our Treetop Adventures Program by clicking on the link.

General Information:

Cost: After School programs run for 2 hours from approximately 3:30 p.m.- 5:30 p.m. and cost $8.00 per student, with a minimum fee of $144.  A $70 deposit is required one month before your program date.

Group Size: Minimum of 18, maximum of 40. Groups of fewer than 18 scouts must pay the $144 minimum.

Cancellation Policy: If your group cancels less than two weeks prior to your program date, you will be billed for the $144 minimum.  Kateri has facilities for some rainy day programs for small groups. In case of extreme weather conditions including high winds, call no later than 2:00 p.m. on the day of your visit. At that time we will determine if the conditions will allow us to proceed safely.

Participation: Leaders and chaperones share the experience with the students. There is no charge for chaperones that come along to help however we reserve the right to charge for extra parents who tag along. Please limit chaperones to the number you need to help keep discipline. We understand that Tagalong siblings are a part of scouting, but please limit them as much as possible and do not bring children in strollers. Discipline is the responsibility of your scout leaders.

Dress: Everyone should wear old, warm, comfortable clothes and dress for the weather. Please wear boots or other sturdy footwear, since trails are often muddy. Open toed shoes are not permitted.

Arrival at Kateri: Please carpool or arrange to have all participants arrive at the same time. We will meet you in the parking lot. If you need driving directions, please call us. Please do not use internet mapping services (i.e. Mapquest) because they do not usually give accurate directions to our location.