Education
Scouting Programs
The scouting tradition emphasizes a love of nature, an appreciation of the arts, and a commitment to the good stewardship of the environment. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park shares these values. Therefore, we are pleased to support the Girl and Boy Scouts of America through discounted admission rates and special programs.
Scout Field Trip
All scout troops, packs and dens receive our lowest admission rate: $3.50 per scout and scout leader, and $8 per additional adult. This rate is good throughout the year, and includes admission to all areas and exhibitions. Troops must meet the 10 person minimum and pre-register at least one week in advance to receive this special Scout Troop rate. Contact Suzie Doten at sdoten@meijergardens.org or 616-974-5239.
For information on our current sculpture exhibitions and special horticultural displays visit our events calendar
Special Scout Events
Earn a Meijer Gardens Patch!
Scout troops will discover fun and surprising things about birds as they explore Meijer Gardens using our “Take Flight with Birds” guide and exploration sheet. Scouts will visit a variety of habitats, including the tropical conservatory, wetlands, woods and farm garden as they search for birds and examine bird sculptures, too. Dress for the weather and allow 2 ½ to 3 hours to complete the activities. Troops must pre-register by contacting Julie Francke at jfrancke@meijergardens.org or 616-975-3145.
You may also download the registration form here.
Cost: $5 per scout; $3.50 for up to two leaders; additional non-member adults are $8 each. Cost includes all materials and a Meijer Gardens Patch.
Meet the Butterflies—and Caterpillars, too!
Sunday, March 3, 2013 from 11 am-3 pm
Reserve a check-in time, between 11 am and 1 pm, and then explore the Tropical Conservatory to discover stunning tropical butterflies. View a fascinating display of chrysalises, see monarch caterpillars up close, and create a butterfly or caterpillar out of clay. Visit the “Scouts Only” room and look through microscopes and learn fun facts about butterflies. The cost is $5 for scouts and siblings; $3.50 for up to two leaders; $8 for additional adults. The cost includes all materials and admission; a badge or patch is not provided. Pre-register by February 25 by contacting Marilyn Plank at mplank@meijergadens.org or 616-977-7683.
You may also download the registration form here.
