Scout Programs

The Cora Hartshorn Arboretum provides many opportunities to observe biofacts, meet a naturalist, and learn to share your world with wildlife. Our educators offer a variety of programs specifically designed to meet the requirements of many Boy Scout and Girl Scout Badges. Most programs are typically 60-90 minutes long, and are $7.50/scout with a minimum program fee of $75.

You can download our Scout Brochures 2024

Please contact us at 973-376-3587 or [email protected] to schedule your visit!

Eagle Scout Award Service Projects

As you work toward your Eagle Scout Award, please keep the trails and grounds of the Cora Hartshorn Arboretum in mind! Our experienced conservation educators are delighted to work with candidates who can show leadership among their peers and elders. The Rank of Eagle is the highest honor a Scout can receive, and the staff of the CHA has helped over 20 young men reach this honor.

Girl Scout Awards: Bronze, Silver, and Gold

Each of these Girl Scout awards marks a time in a girl’s life where she worked and led in a big group, small group, and individually. The Gold Award is the highest honor a girl can achieve with the Girl Scouts, and is not often achieved. You will work with our experienced conservation educators to build and educate the community, making a lasting impression on the world around you.

Scout Service Hours

If you are a Scout and need to volunteer your service hours to advance to the next rank, the CHA is here to offer you the chance to give back to the community. We constantly need help on our trails and grounds. After you’ve completed your hours, you will receive a letter from CHA listing how many hours were completed, with contact information of the staff member who oversaw your work.