Any Day Can be a Girl Scout Day at Hershey Gardens!

Scouting for Nature -Available Year Round!

Explore Hershey Gardens with a scavenger hunt created specifically for Scouts! The hunt which satisfies some Brownie and Junior Girl Scout requirements provides a closer look at the outdoor themed Gardens and indoor Butterfly Atrium. “Scouting for Nature” is available to all Scouts – Gardens admission must be purchased to complete the hunt. Once completed, scouts will receive a Hershey Gardens patch for their achievement. 

Scout troops of 5 or more scouts are eligible to receive a discounted rate. 

Reservations are required in order to receive the group rate. To schedule a Girl Scout visit, please click on the Reservation Form link below.

Group Reservation Form

Badge Workshops

Daisy “Design, Shapes and Numbers in Nature” Badge Requirement Workshop
Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Registration closes March 6
You have the ability to fulfill the requirements of the Daisy Design, Shapes and Numbers in Nature badges by identifying shapes and patterns, exploring measurements and counting! Cost does not include badges, they are not provided. Please dress for some outdoor activities. After registering online, present your ticket at the Scout information table before completing activities. Your admission ticket includes general admission to the Gardens and the Butterfly Atrium.
$12.50 per Scout, $14.50 per Scout leader or designated troop chaperone
General admission ticket required for accompanying family members. At least one adult is required to register and accompany each troop, or individual Scout.
Pre-registration is required here.

Brownie “Bugs” Badge Workshop
Saturday April 13, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Registration closes March 31
Earn your “Bugs” Brownie badge between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. at the Gardens. Price includes the cost of your “Bugs” badge as well as general admission to the Gardens and the indoor Butterfly Atrium. After registering online, present your ticket at the Scout information table to receive a checklist of activities to complete during the event.
$14.50 per Scout, $14.50 per Scout leader.
General admission ticket required for accompanying family members.
Pre-registration is required here.

Junior “Flowers” Badge Workshop
Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Registration closes March 31
Earn your “Flowers” Gardener badge by exploring the science and meaning of flowers! Price includes the cost of your “Flowers” badge. After registering online, present your ticket at the Scout information table to receive a checklist of activities to complete at our stations between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Your admission ticket includes general admission to the Gardens and the Butterfly Atrium.
$20 per Scout, $14.50 per Scout leader.
General admission ticket required for accompanying family members.
Pre-registration is required here.

Daisy “Eco-Learner” Badge Workshop
Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Registration closes April 7
Earn your “Eco-Learner” badge by learning different ways to protect the environment during our Earth Day celebration! Price includes the cost of your “Eco-Learner” badge. Your registration includes general admission to the Gardens, the Butterfly Atrium, and our Earth Day activities. After registering online, present your ticket at the Scout information table before heading out to the gardens or atrium to complete your requirements.
$14.50 per Scout, $14.50 per Scout leader or designated troop chaperone
General admission ticket required for accompanying family members. At least one adult is required to register and accompany each troop, or individual Scout.
Pre-registration is required here.

Brownie Scout “Outdoor Art Creator” Badge Requirement Workshop
Saturday, October 5 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Explore creative movement, make art with recycled and natural objects and further develop your observational skills as you earn your “Outdoor Art Creator” badge. At least one adult is required to register and accompany each troop, or individual Scout.
$15 per Scout; $13 per Scout leader
Registration is required, check back later.
Includes admission to Hershey Gardens and the Butterfly Atrium for the day. Please note that general admission tickets are required for accompanying family members.

Junior Scout “Outdoor Art Explorer” Badge Requirement Workshop
Saturday, October 5 from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Let Hershey Gardens be your inspiration as you explore, learn about and create various artworks designed with nature in mind! At least one adult is required to register and accompany each troop, or individual Scout.

$15 per Scout; $13 per Scout leader
Registration is required; check back later.
Includes admission to Hershey Gardens and the Butterfly Atrium for the day.Please note that general admission tickets are required for accompanying family members.