Empire Ranch is one of the national Hands on the Land sites.
They have some fun historical tours, and they also have some great educational programs about the grasslands. They have some formal camps set up, they also have self-guided tours, trail rides, and opportunities for service projects. It's about 45 minutes from us southeast-siders, so not too bad.
If you're looking for a nice historical visit and you've been to Colossal Cave and La Posta Quemada one too many times, maybe give Empire Ranch a try!
Showing posts with label webelos. Show all posts
Showing posts with label webelos. Show all posts
Friday, April 8, 2011
Friday, February 18, 2011
100 days - 10
Started setting things up for our 2nd Engineer meeting for Webelos.
Month 7 for Bears is a Recycling Facility. Yep, we've got 'em. First of all there's Recycle America. They do tours on weekdays, depending on their work schedule they may not be available on the weekend.
Also, if you stretch the definition a wee bit, there's the Habistore. You can just go for a visit to see what interesting things they have, or you can make arrangements with Habitat for Humanity to do a project for them. Cubs can make welcome baskets or key-hangers for new families, or give them a call to find out what else is available, as they are a BSA partner.
Month 7 for Bears is a Recycling Facility. Yep, we've got 'em. First of all there's Recycle America. They do tours on weekdays, depending on their work schedule they may not be available on the weekend.
Also, if you stretch the definition a wee bit, there's the Habistore. You can just go for a visit to see what interesting things they have, or you can make arrangements with Habitat for Humanity to do a project for them. Cubs can make welcome baskets or key-hangers for new families, or give them a call to find out what else is available, as they are a BSA partner.
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Blue and Gold
Today our pack had our Blue and Gold banquet. I think it went well--there were a couple slow moments, getting everyone's tacos took a little longer than I thought it would.
We had some really great Star Wars characters visit us from the Mos Eisley Rebel Base. We did some fun games and had tacos. Our Cubmaster gave out some nice volunteer awards. We had our Arrow of Light ceremony done by the Papago Lodge ceremony team--they did a super job for us.We also had a couple of Eagle scouts come and visit us, who used to be part of our pack. That was a lot of fun.
So..that's my thing for today.
We had some really great Star Wars characters visit us from the Mos Eisley Rebel Base. We did some fun games and had tacos. Our Cubmaster gave out some nice volunteer awards. We had our Arrow of Light ceremony done by the Papago Lodge ceremony team--they did a super job for us.We also had a couple of Eagle scouts come and visit us, who used to be part of our pack. That was a lot of fun.
So..that's my thing for today.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Month 1 : Webelos 1
Webelos 1 are slated to take a trip to a "Natural history museum, nature center, or zoo". We all know about the Tucson Zoo, right? Don't forget about the behind-the-scenes programs available to scouts on the 3rd Saturday of the month, check with the council office for cost and availability.
For nature centers there are a variety of choices. There's the Desert Museum (also a natural history museum), the Botanical Gardens, or Tohono Chul for starters. They all have some great outreach programs, so call ahead and ask what's available. If you have a small group, offer to combine with an existing group to help them out. The Audobon Society's Mason Center offers guided tours on Fridays for a $25 fee for the group if you want something a little more out of the way. They also offer free field trips from time to time, so check to see if it fits your schedule. Sweetwater Wetlands are open for self-guided tours, be sure to request a field guide.
If you want to go a little further afield, the Boyce Thompson Arboretum is a great resource. They have a Junior Ranger program for all kids 6-12, and they have several Girl Scout Badge programs. If you happen to have a Girl Scout and a Cub (I can't be the only one out there with a Brownie and a Webelos, can I?), your Cub can be included in the girl scouting activities for an additional fee.
The International Wildlife Museum counts as a Natural History museum, but you may not want to wear this one out yet. It will be the location for the Cub Scout Expo in November and you will get a chance to visit then!
Have a great time!
For nature centers there are a variety of choices. There's the Desert Museum (also a natural history museum), the Botanical Gardens, or Tohono Chul for starters. They all have some great outreach programs, so call ahead and ask what's available. If you have a small group, offer to combine with an existing group to help them out. The Audobon Society's Mason Center offers guided tours on Fridays for a $25 fee for the group if you want something a little more out of the way. They also offer free field trips from time to time, so check to see if it fits your schedule. Sweetwater Wetlands are open for self-guided tours, be sure to request a field guide.
If you want to go a little further afield, the Boyce Thompson Arboretum is a great resource. They have a Junior Ranger program for all kids 6-12, and they have several Girl Scout Badge programs. If you happen to have a Girl Scout and a Cub (I can't be the only one out there with a Brownie and a Webelos, can I?), your Cub can be included in the girl scouting activities for an additional fee.
The International Wildlife Museum counts as a Natural History museum, but you may not want to wear this one out yet. It will be the location for the Cub Scout Expo in November and you will get a chance to visit then!
Have a great time!
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Agaves are trees, right?
Around here I'd say they serve much of the same function. So if your Webelos are looking to finish that Forester badge and plant 100 seedlings, this weekend is your chance!
Coronado National Memorial is planting 1500 agaves on Saturday. These are critical to the bats who live in the area. Many agaves were removed or displaced during the border fence construction, so now is the time to get things back a little closer to what they were. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our local environment and give back at the same time.
They are having a birding walk at 7AM with the Audobon society. Registration starts at 8:00AM, followed by orientation and planting starts at 9AM. They are planning to be finished by 12:30 PM, at which time you can join in a plant identification walk.
To make a reservation or for additional information, contact the Coronado National Memorial visitor center at 366-5515, Ext. 0.
Coronado National Memorial is planting 1500 agaves on Saturday. These are critical to the bats who live in the area. Many agaves were removed or displaced during the border fence construction, so now is the time to get things back a little closer to what they were. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our local environment and give back at the same time.
They are having a birding walk at 7AM with the Audobon society. Registration starts at 8:00AM, followed by orientation and planting starts at 9AM. They are planning to be finished by 12:30 PM, at which time you can join in a plant identification walk.
To make a reservation or for additional information, contact the Coronado National Memorial visitor center at 366-5515, Ext. 0.
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