Please Note:

The RMSC Museum & Science Center will be closed on Mondays for the remainder of the school year. We will be open on select school holidays. Please contact us at info@rmsc.org if you have any questions.

Scouting at the RMSC

Scouting at the RMSC

Scout programming at the RMSC provides scouts with hands-on experiments and activities centered on the Scouts BSA and Girl Scouts of America badge requirements and the RMSC's mission of inspiring curiosity, exploration, and participation in science, culture, and the natural world.

Experience instructor-led classroom activities and experiments along with exhibit exploration at the RMSC Museum & Science Center and outdoor programs at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Join us with your Den, Pack, or Troop here at the RMSC!

 

Schedule an Experience

Pre-registration is required. There is NO day-of registration. Non-refundable payment in full is required upon registration. Scout programs are available October through June. 

Program Capacity: A minimum of 8 scouts is required (Can be a combination of scouts from different groups OR from the same troop. Minimum must be met by two weeks prior to program date, or it will be subject to cancellation). Groups are limited to a 15 scout maximum. 

Registration

  • To schedule, call 585.697.1942 OR explore registrations links under program drop-down menus below. 
  • Individual scouts may register for the program of their choice and programs may be made up of scouts for a combination of different troops to meet the group minimum.
  • Programs can also be reserved for an entire troop or part of a troop.
  • Scouting programs run at the following times:
    1. Daisy, Brownie Juniors and Tiger, Bear, and Webelo programs are available: 

      Saturdays: 9am-12pm or 1-4pm

      Sundays: 10am-1pm or 2-5pm 

    2. Merit Badge, Cadette, and Senior programs are available: 

      Saturdays: 9am-4pm 

      Sundays: 10am-5pm 

  • Please arrive 15 minutes prior to class. 

Cancellations & Refunds

  • All programs that have not met the minimum group size of 8 scouts two weeks prior to the program date will be subject to cancellation. 
  • Non-refundable payment in full is required upon registration. 
  • In cases of inclement weather or another situation that interrupts the safe operation of the RMSC and mandates the closure of our campus, you will be notified as soon as any closure is confirmed. Credits for future programs will be issued accordingly.  

 

Costs

Daisy, Bear, Webelos, Brownies, and Junior Programs

$25 per scout*

Merit Badge and Cadette Programs

$40 per scout*

Chaperones: Please have the appropriate chaperones for your group according to the guidelines of your organization. One adult must be with your group at all times. All adults staying with the program are free. 

 *To go into effect October 2022

Explore BSA & Merit Badge Programs

Cub Scouts: Bear

Super Science

Become a scientist for the day! Create static electricity and learn why things sink or float. Try your hand at mixing colors and make a sun catcher to bring home. Schedule an Experience!

 

Cub Scouts: Webelos

Engineer

Design, build, and test! This program explores all aspects of engineering. Learn about the different types of engineers and the jobs they perform. Practice the engineer design process as you try your hand at different challenges. Get hands-on in our Inventor Center exhibit. Schedule an Experience!

 

Earth Rocks

Step back in time as you explore the Earth’s geology. Learn about how the Earth was formed, discover its rocks, minerals, and fossils, and explore fascinating Earth events like volcanoes and geysers. Take a look at our extensive geological collection and discover Rochester’s geology as you experience our Expedition Earth exhibit. Schedule an Experience!

 

Into the Woods

This program takes place at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Take a hike to discover local plants and animals and learn how they make up an ecosystem. Learn how to determine a tree's age and create your own “Tree Ring of Life.” Explore all that the Nature Center has to offer both inside and out! (Program will run rain or shine, so come dressed for the weather.) Schedule an Experience!

 

Into the Wild

This program takes place at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Nature is all around us. Take a hike to discover local animals, learn about wetlands and other ecosystems, and make a mini terrarium. Explore all that the Nature Center has to offer both inside and out! (Program will run rain or shine, so come dressed for the weather.) Schedule an Experience!

 

Scouts BSA: Merit Badges

Sustainability

What can you do to “go green”? Learn all about sustainable practices being used today with water, food, energy, and everyday items that can help preserve the Earth’s natural beauty. Discuss the controversial side of the sustainability conversation, while you get hands-on with some sustainable practices. Explore our interactive exhibits.

*Please note prerequisites are required for this class. Download the Sustainability Merit Badge prerequisite information here and input the results of your projects here.

  • Sunday, March 12, 2023 | 10am-5pm

REGISTER FOR MARCH 12

 

Nuclear Science

Discover the wonders of nuclear science. Learn about radiation and its harmful effects on humans, wildlife, and the environment. Explore the benefits of nuclear science and how nuclear energy is produced. Experience energy concepts hands-on with the Museum & Science Center’s Energy Trail.

  • Saturday, January 21, 2023 | 9am-4pm

REGISTER FOR JANUARY 21

 

Robotics

Discover the world of robotics! Explore a robot’s function in the workplace. Learn about animatronics and investigate the similarities and differences between robots and humans. Try your hand at building and programming a robot. (Participants will be using Lego NXT Model robot kits).

  • Sunday, November 6, 2022 | 10am-5pm
  • Saturday, January 28, 2023 | 9am-4pm

REGISTER FOR NOVEMBER 6

REGISTER FOR JANUARY 28

 

Geology

Become a geologist! Learn about how the Earth was formed, discover its rocks, minerals, and fossils, and explore fascinating Earth events like volcanoes and geysers. Take a look at our extensive geological collection and discover Rochester’s geology as you experience our Expedition Earth exhibit.

  • Saturday, April 1, 2023 | 9am-4pm

REGISTER FOR APRIL 1

 

Soil & Water Conservation

Conservation is not just for those whose work focuses on environmental issues, it’s everyone’s responsibility to learn more about conservation practices and what they can do today to help protect and maintain our natural resources. Get hands-on with soil, erosion, water pollution, and alternative energy sources. Explore Museum & Science Center exhibits and view an Enviroscape demonstration.

  • Saturday, April 22, 2023 | 9am-4pm

REGISTER FOR APRIL 22

 

Inventing

Learn about the inventing process and inventions you use every day. Become an inventor as you complete the RMSC Museum & Science Center’s Inventor Center challenge and see if you can improve your invention. Learn about an inventor that works here at the Museum & Science Center!

  • Saturday, February 4, 2023 | 9am-4pm

REGISTER FOR FEBRUARY 4

Explore Girl Scout Programs

Girl Scouts: Daisies

Daisy Design with Nature 

Learn about the different types of nature at the RMSC! Count the birds, make a map, and go for a nature walk at the RMSC Museum & Science Center. Please dress appopriately for the weather, this program will take place rain or shine. Schedule an Experience!

 

Daisy Numbers in Nature

Explore numbers in nature at the RMSC! Learn about shadows, measurements, and sorting outdoors. This program will take place at the RMSC Museum & Science Center. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Schedule an Experience!

 

Daisy Shapes in Nature

Explore the outdoors at the RMSC! Go on a nature shapes scavenger hunt as we look for patterns in nature and make your own shape art inspired by organic forms. This program will take place at the RMSC Museum & Science Center rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Schedule an Experience!

 

Robotics

Complete all three Daisy Robotics badges in one session!  Learn what robots do, how robots move, and design your own robot in this hands-on class. Schedule an Experience!

 

Space Science Explorer

Explore the sun, moon, and stars as we look up to the sky and learn about what we see.

A Planetarium show is not included in this badge program.  Add a planetarium show to your visit for an additional $10 per person(subject to availability). Schedule an Experience!

 

Girl Scouts: Brownies

Brownie Shapes in Nature

Explore shapes in nature at the RMSC Museum & Science Center! Be a citizen scientist as we track birds and graph our data. Learn about symmetry and tessellations as we get up close and personal with our Inquiry Room animals. Please dress appropriately for the weather, this program will take place rain or shine. Schedule an Experience!

 

Home Scientist

Get into some kitchen chemistry! Learn about chemical reactions that you can do with everyday household items. Try hands-on activities, explore the museum’s interactive exhibits, and enjoy a Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream Social. Schedule an Experience!

 

Hiker

This program takes place at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Head out on the trail! Learn about how to prepare for your hike, to spot trail signs, what to wear and pack, and the do’s and don’ts of hiking safely. Check out all that the Nature Center has to offer both inside and out! (Program will run rain or shine, so please dress for the weather.) Schedule an Experience!

 

Inventor

Design, build, test! Discover the building blocks of becoming an inventor. Learn the design process and test your skills as you complete a design challenge. Get hands-on in our Inventor Center. Schedule an Experience!

 

Outdoor Art Creator

This program takes place at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Use your five senses to explore nature and practice your art skills. Go on a nature detective walk and make a leaf rubbing. Brush up your painting skills to make a landscape painting.

The program will run rain or shine—come dressed for the weather! Schedule an Experience!

 

Bugs

This program takes place at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. What’s the difference between a spider and an insect? Become a junior entomologist and explore a bug’s life through the museum’s collection of creepy crawly critters. Learn all about what makes a bug a bug, where they live and what they eat.

Program will run rain or shine—come dressed for the weather! Schedule an Experience!

 

Outdoor Adventurer

Have an outdoor adventure at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center! Go for a hike, play a game, and learn a new outdoor skill while learning about the environment around you. Schedule an Experience!

 

Programming Robots

Experiment with simple machines and robot senses.  Learn about programs and algorithms in order to code your own robot. Schedule an Experience!

 

Designing Robots

Learn the steps of the Engineering Design process while you make your own bug-bot. Schedule an Experience!

 

Space Science Adventurer

Make a mini-planetarium and a pocket solar system as you learn about space and the night sky.

A Planetarium show is not included in this badge program. Add a planetarium show to your visit for an additional $10 per person (subject to availability). Schedule an Experience!

 

 

Girl Scouts: Juniors

Detective

Become a super sleuth! Discover what it takes to be a detective and learn the skills and techniques used in the field to solve crimes. Test your memory and try your hand at fingerprinting. Solve a mini museum mystery! Schedule an Experience!

 

Flowers

This program takes place at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Learn all about flowers as you dissect a flower and go on a flower identification hike at the Nature Center. Make your own flower bookmark to take home!

Program will run rain or shine—come dressed for the weather! Schedule an Experience!

 

Junior Shapes in Nature 

Explore patterns in nature at the RMSC Museum & Science Center! Create your own nature journal as you learn about symmetry, fractals, and the Fibonnaci sequence. Please dress appropriately for the weather, this program will take place rain or shine. 

 

Outdoor Art Explorer

Get inspired by nature at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center.  Explore and how and nature interact as you create art inspired by the outdoors and even make your own terrarium to bring home. Schedule an Experience!

 

Programming Robots

Get to know how robots work, program a Mars Rover, and try your hand at coding your own robot. Schedule an Experience!

 

Designing Robots

Learn about the future of robotics and use the Engineering Design Process to create a prototype of a robot to solve a problem. Schedule an Experience!

 

Space Science Investigator

Learn about our Solar System and explore the RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium as you become a Space Science Investigator.  Make a star wheel to take home and a scale model of the Solar System. 

A Planetarium show is not included in this badge program.  Add a planetarium show to your visit for an additional $8 per person (subject to availability). Schedule an Experience!

 

Girl Scouts: Cadettes

Special Agent

Become a special agent and explore the world of forensics. Practice your observation skills and try out fingerprinting. Be a forensic biologist and extract DNA. Make some blood and see how it spatters! Test out your skills at being a sketch artist. Schedule an Experience!

 

Trees

This program takes place at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Learn about the importance of trees and go on a tree identification walk. Check out the Maple Sugaring house at the Nature Center and try a tree treat. Become a citizen scientist and help our trees!

Program will run rain or shine—come dressed for the weather! Schedule an Experience!

 

Outdoor Art Apprentice

Go outside and see how art is inspired by nature at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Make your own seed paper and learn about nature sounds. Schedule an Experience!

 

*Seniors programs available by request. 

Spend an Evening at the RMSC with Your Scouts!

Give your group an experience they’ll never forget, an evening at the RMSC Museum & Science Center! Enjoy a unique opportunity to engage in hands-on activities, visit the RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium, see our singing Tesla Coils in the Electricity Theater, or be amazed with a Live Science presentation— and, of course, have the opportunity to explore the RMSC Museum & Science Center’s 3 floors of interactive exhibits after hours. 

Interested in booking a private evening experience? Call us for more information and to make your reservation: 585.697.1942

Availability and Cost

This program is available on Fridays and Saturdays from October through June (No availability July-September).

Groups arrive at 5pm and depart by 11pm.

Program Minimum: 25

Program Maximum: 100

Cost: $55 per child, 1 free adult with every 10 children. $30 per additional adult.

 

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