Guide/Scout Programs

Please note: due to the on-going public health situation surrounding COVID-19 all on-site Guide/Scout Programs are currently suspended until further notice.

Virtual Guide/Scout Field Trip – Now Booking!

Your troop will join our Nature Interpreter on a guided tour through our lush tropical garden and get up close to an amazing arthropod in a Live Insect Encounter, then share stories or have their questions answered in a Live Q&A Session. CLICK HERE for more information & to book today!

Looking for Guide/Scout Programming in February?

Members of Guiding and Scouting are invited to join us for a special evening program in mid-February. This program offers participants a unique bridging event and the opportunity to remember and honour their founder, Lord Baden-Powell. Come and share experiences that connect everyone back to nature! CLICK HERE for more information on Guide-Scout Week and how to register your group!

On-Site Guide/Scout Programming

In consultation with local leaders from the Guiding and Scouting movement, Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory is proud to offer a number of programs specifically tailored to the Girl Guide and Scouting Programs. These programs are available for Guiding groups year round on Saturdays and Sundays.

Cost: $8.50 per child, HST included.
Adults are admitted free based on a 1:5 supervision ratio.

Annual passes are not valid for this event.

Plan Your Trip!

Booking

Please note: due to the on-going public health situation surrounding COVID-19 all Guide/Scout Programs are currently suspended until further notice.

Feel free to connect with us should you have any questions.

We can be reached by phone to 519-653-1234 ext.100 or by email to info@cambridgebutterfly.com

Guide Program

Guiding Program

A Fun Outing for Badge Work and a Great Learning Experience.

SPARKS
  • Work on the Going Outside Keeper Badge
  • Discover the world of butterflies and insects using hands-on activities, games and a craft
  • Play “I Spy” as you enjoy a guided tour of the Conservatory
BROWNIES
  • Work on the Save our Plants & Animals Badge
  • Learn about endangered butterflies and how to protect endangered species around the world and at home
  • Enjoy a guided tour of the Conservatory
  • Have fun with hands-on activities and a craft
GUIDES
  • Work on Endangered Species Badge
  • Learn about Canada’s species at risk including the Monarch butterfly and the Karner Blue butterfly
  • Enjoy a guided tour of the Conservatory
  • Have fun with hands-on activities and a craft
PATHFINDER / SENIOR BRANCHES

Call to find out about program options

Program Details

  • Cost: $8.50/child (taxes included).
  • Minimum of 12 children required or a minimum charge of $102.00 (including tax) will be applied.
  • Program length: 1-1/2 hours.
  • One Adult Leader admitted complimentary for every five participants. Each additional adult: $13.60 (+HST)
  • Program Available Saturday & Sunday. Evening Programs are available during Guide-Scout Week
  • Payment: Must be received on the day of the program. Cheque, Cash, MasterCard and Visa accepted.

Booking: Must be made a minimum of two weeks prior to the day of the visit.

Thinking of Staying for Lunch?

Chrysalis Café offers a great youth menu

Two Slices of Cheese Pizza, Chips, Veggie Sticks, Juice Box $8.50
 One Slice of Cheese Pizza, Chips, Veggie Sticks, Juice Box
 $5.75

Scout Program

Scouting Program

A Fun Outing for Badge Work and a Great Learning Experience.

BEAVERS
  • Learn about butterflies and insects from around the world using fun puzzles and games
  • Take a guided tour of the Conservatory
  • Have fun with hands-on activities and a craft
CUBS
  • Work on the Naturalist Badge
  • Discover how butterflies camouflage themselves in different ways
  • Learn how Canadian insects survive the winter
  • Take a guided tour of the Conservatory
  • Have fun with hands-on activities and a craft

Program Details

  • Cost: $8.50/child (taxes included).
  • Minimum of 12 children required or a minimum charge of $102.00 (including tax) will be applied.
  • Program length: 1-1/2 hours.
  • One Adult Leader admitted complimentary for every five participants. Each additional adult: $13.60 (+HST)
  • Program Available Saturday & Sunday. Evening Programs are available during Guide-Scout Week
  • Payment: Must be received on the day of the program. Cheque, Cash, MasterCard and Visa accepted.

Booking: Must be made a minimum of two weeks prior to the day of the visit.

Thinking of Staying for Lunch?

Chrysalis Café offers a great youth menu

Two Slices of Cheese Pizza, Chips, Veggie Sticks, Juice Box $8.50
 One Slice of Cheese Pizza, Chips, Veggie Sticks, Juice Box
 $5.75