Cub Scout & Webelos Programs

For registrations totaling less than $50 per program, please complete your booking by telephone at 248.645.3210.

Available October through May.
Advance registration is required.
Download Scout Guide 2011-12.

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Cub Scout & Webelos Workshops • Cub Scout Academics

2 hour workshops, unless otherwise noted.

Geology
Dec. 17, 12pm • Mar. 17, 2:30pm

Explore plate tectonics and volcanic action as you take part in this hands-on workshop. Wonder at the power of planet Earth as you investigate the rocks and minerals which make up the ground beneath your feet.

Map and Compass
Mar. 17, 9am • May 19, 2:30pm

Find your way through this exploratory course in cartography as you construct and use maps. Dress for the outdoors as you will test your newly acquired skills using a compass on Cranbrook’s 319-acre campus.

Science
Dec. 17, 9am • May 19, 12pm

Delve into the scientific method as we conduct experiments to discover how simple machines help us do work. Investigate how the “stuff” around us is constructed out of particles by creating molecules, and take home an experiment to do on your own.

Astronomy
2½ hour workshop
Please note: The planetarium program begins promptly at 6pm. Late arrivals will not be admitted, nor will a refund be issued.
Nov. 4, 6pm • May 4, 6pm

The evening begins with an out-of-this world astronomy program in the Institute's planetarium. Then, we'll utilize the tools of an astronomer to identify planets, constellations and more as we travel throughout the solar system and beyond.

Webelos Pin Workshops

2 hour workshops unless otherwise noted.

Engineer
Nov. 12, 9am • Nov. 16, 5pm • Dec. 3, 12pm • Dec 7, 5pm • Jan. 7, 9am • Jan. 11, 5pm • Jan. 21, 12pm • Feb. 4, 2:30pm • Feb. 15, 5pm • Feb. 18, 12pm

Enter the world of engineering in this hands-on workshop. Talk to an engineer about a current project. Investigate the part technology plays in an object’s ability to function as you explore bridge building and electrical circuitry. Finish by measuring the amount of work required to complete a specific task.

Forester
Oct. 5, 5pm • Oct. 19, 5pm • Nov. 12, 2:30pm • Mar. 10, 12pm • Apr. 18, 5pm • Apr. 21, 12pm • May 9, 5pm

Explore the trees and learn about the importance of these majestic plants and the part they play in interconnecting life on Earth. Afterwards, discover and identify the wide variety of trees found in our region.

Geologist
Nov. 9, 5pm • Nov. 12, 12pm • Dec. 3, 2:30pm • Dec. 14, 5pm • Jan. 7, 12pm • Jan. 21, 2:30pm • Jan. 25, 5pm • Feb. 1, 5pm • Feb. 4, 9am • Mar. 10, 2:30pm

Investigate the ground beneath your feet as we study the layers of the Earth, plate tectonics and volcanoes. We’ll also examine various specimens of rocks and minerals, and learn how to identify them as we explore their everyday uses.

Naturalist
Oct. 12, 5pm • Nov. 2, 5pm • Mar. 10, 9am • Apr 21, 9am • Apr. 25, 5pm • May 5, 12:00pm • May 16, 5pm

Explore Michigan’s ecosystems and investigate how they have been impacted throughout history. Learn how you can help protect Michigan’s environment as you explore Cranbrook’s campus watching - and listening - for our feathered visitors.

Scientist
Nov. 30, 5pm • Dec. 3, 9am • Jan. 7, 2:30pm • Jan. 18, 5pm • Jan. 21, 9am • Feb. 4, 12pm • Feb. 8, 5pm • Feb. 18, 9am or 2:30pm

Become skilled at the laws of pressure and movement while investigating the scientific method as we conduct experiments to test the theories of Bernoulli, Pascal and Newton. Find out how crystals are formed and take home a crystal-growing solution.