Scout Workshops
Empowering Scouts Through Wildlife Adventures
Earn a badge at the Topeka Zoo through one of our Scout Workshops! With a variety of options to choose from for both Girl and Boy Scouts, you can experience the fun of the Zoo while earning your badges.
Girl Scouts
Badges:
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5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals Journey
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Between Earth & Sky Journey
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Design, Numbers, & Shapes with Nature
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Eco Learner
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Outdoor Maker
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Think Like a Citizen Scientist
Pricing:
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1-hour program at the Zoo: $95
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1-hour program at your facility: $135
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1.5-hour program at the Zoo (split between education program and some badge requirements): $165 for groups of 29 or less; additional $5.50/person for each additional person over 29. This cost applies to ALL guests, including scouts, troop leaders, parents, and additional siblings/guests.
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There is an additional $50 fee for weekend and evening (after 5:00pm) programs.
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Travel outside the Topeka City limits will incur an additional charge for gas, travel time, etc.
Badges:
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Animal Observer
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Bugs
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Design, Numbers, & Shapes with Nature
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Outdoor Adventurer
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Outdoor Art Creator
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Senses
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Think Like a Citizen Scientist
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WOW! Wonders of Water Journey
Pricing:
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1-hour program at your facility: $135
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1.5-hour program at the Zoo (split between education program and some badge requirements): $165 for groups of 29 or less; additional $5.50/person for each additional person over 29. This cost applies to ALL guests, including scouts, troop leaders, parents, and additional siblings/guests.
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There is an additional $50 fee for weekend and evening (after 5:00pm) programs.
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Travel outside the Topeka City limits will incur an additional charge for gas, travel time, etc.
Badges:
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Animal Habitats
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Eco Camper
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Flowers
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Gardener
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Numbers & Shapes with Nature
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Outdoor Art Explorer
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Get Moving!
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Think Like a Citizen Scientist
Pricing:
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1-hour program at the Zoo: $95
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1-hour program at your facility: $135
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2-hour program at the Zoo (split between education program and some badge requirements): $180 for groups of 29 or less; additional $6.50/person for each additional person over 29. This cost applies to ALL guests, including scouts, troop leaders, parents, and additional siblings/guests.
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There is an additional $50 fee for weekend and evening (after 5:00pm) programs.
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Travel outside the Topeka City limits will incur an additional charge for gas, travel time, etc.
Badges:
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Animal Helpers
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Breathe
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Eco Trekker
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Night Owl
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Outdoor Art Apprentice
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Think Like a Citizen Scientist
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Trees
Pricing:
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1-hour program at the Zoo: $95
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1-hour program at your facility: $135
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2-hour program at the Zoo (split between education program and some badge requirements): $180 for groups of 29 or less; additional $6.50/person for each additional person over 29. This cost applies to ALL guests, including scouts, troop leaders, parents, and additional siblings/guests.
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There is an additional $50 fee for weekend and evening (after 5:00pm) programs.
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Travel outside the Topeka City limits will incur an additional charge for gas, travel time, etc.
Badges:
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Eco Explorer
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Justice
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Outdoor Art Expert
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Sky
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Think Like a Citizen Scientist
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Voice for Animals
Pricing:
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1-hour program at the Zoo: $95
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1-hour program at your facility: $135
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2-hour program at the Zoo (split between education program and some badge requirements): $180 for groups of 29 or less; additional $6.50/person for each additional person over 29. This cost applies to ALL guests, including scouts, troop leaders, parents, and additional siblings/guests.
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There is an additional $50 fee for weekend and evening (after 5:00pm) programs.
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Travel outside the Topeka City limits will incur an additional charge for gas, travel time, etc.
Badges:
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Eco Advocate
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Outdoor Art Master
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Sow What?
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Think Like a Citizen Scientist
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Water
Pricing:
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1-hour program at the Zoo: $95
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1-hour program at your facility: $135
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2-hour program at the Zoo (split between education program and some badge requirements): $180 for groups of 29 or less; additional $6.50/person for each additional person over 29. This cost applies to ALL guests, including scouts, troop leaders, parents, and additional siblings/guests.
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There is an additional $50 fee for weekend and evening (after 5:00pm) programs.
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Travel outside the Topeka City limits will incur an additional charge for gas, travel time, etc.
Boy Scouts
Badges:
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Animal Science*
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Bird Study*
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Fish & Wildlife Management
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Forestry*
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Indian Lore
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Insect Study
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Mammal Study
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Nature
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Plant Science*
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Reptile & Amphibian Study
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Soil & Water Conservation*
Pricing:
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1-hour program at the Zoo: $95
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1-hour program at your facility: $135
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1.5-hour program at the Zoo (split between education program and some badge requirements): $165 for groups of 29 or less; additional $5.50/person for each additional person over 29. This cost applies to ALL guests, including scouts, troop leaders, parents, and additional siblings/guests.
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There is an additional $50 fee for weekend and evening (after 5:00pm) programs.
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Travel outside the Topeka City limits will incur an additional charge for gas, travel time, etc.
Badges:
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Animal Science*
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Bird Study*
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Fish & Wildlife Management
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Forestry*
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Indian Lore
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Insect Study
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Mammal Study
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Nature
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Plant Science*
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Reptile & Amphibian Study
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Soil & Water Conservation*
Pricing:
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1-hour program at the Zoo: $95
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1-hour program at your facility: $135
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2-hour program at the Zoo (split between education program and some badge requirements): $180 for groups of 29 or less; additional $6.50/person for each additional person over 29. This cost applies to ALL guests, including scouts, troop leaders, parents, and additional siblings/guests.
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There is an additional $50 fee for weekend and evening (after 5:00pm) programs.
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Travel outside the Topeka City limits will incur an additional charge for gas, travel time, etc.
Badges:
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Environmental Science
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Sustainability
Pricing:
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1-hour program at the Zoo: $95
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1-hour program at your facility: $135
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2-hour program at the Zoo (split between education program and some badge requirements): $180 for groups of 29 or less; additional $6.50/person for each additional person over 29. This cost applies to ALL guests, including scouts, troop leaders, parents, and additional siblings/guests.
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There is an additional $50 fee for weekend and evening (after 5:00pm) programs.
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Travel outside the Topeka City limits will incur an additional charge for gas, travel time, etc.
Classes at the Zoo do NOT include Zoo admission. Paid admission required to tour the Zoo.
To book a program, please contact the Education Department at 785-368-9137 or Education@Topekazoo.org.