SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Group size is limited, so please plan to arrive a few minutes before the scheduled program time.
Programs are approximately 120 minutes.


9-9:30am: Welcome to Weis!


9:30-11:30am: Outdoor Art Maker & Outdoor Art Creator (Daisies & Brownies)
For this badge, you will learn how to do different kinds of fun art projects outdoors! We will go on a nature detective walk to use our senses in nature, create natural leaf rubbings, play a nature dance game, see nature in a new way by drawing pictures of what we see, then we’ll build a brownie elf house design with nature!

9:30-11:30am: Outdoor Art Explorer & Outdoor Art Apprentice (Juniors & Cadettes)
Nature will be our inspiration as we find music in nature, learn to be a nature photographer, and design your own art project. To become Outdoor Art Explorers & Apprentices, scouts will observe and interact with the beauty of the outdoors at The New Weis Center. They will be inspired by nature and then use that inspiration to create their own art masterpieces.


9:30-11:30am: Path to Bronze, Silver, & Gold at Weis! (Leaders & Guardians)

​Check out current projects in need at The New Weis Center. How can your troop earn their Bronze/Silver Award at Weis? See what different girl scouts have done at Weis to earn their Bronze & Silver Awards. Property tour of community service projects.


11-1pm: Craft Station (ALL)

Create your own tea & tea bags. Paint with Natural Pigments!


​11:30-1pm: Bonfire Social (ALL)

Enjoy snacks and refreshments by the fire. Play cornhole & outdoor games in our adjacent field.


12:30-3pm: Earn Conservation/Service Hours in our Gardens (ALL)
Help us remove invasive plants, clear our pathways, replace woodchips in our pathways, litter clean up, all while earning conservation hours with other girl scouts.


1:30-2:30pm: Signs of Spring Walk (ALL)

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More coming soon!


MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Saturday March 28th is

Girl Scout Appreciation Day

​VOLUNTEER FOR GARDENS & GROUNDS PROJECTS!

Grab your family, friends, group or troop and stop by to help with some gardens & grounds cleanup around the property, including:

  • remove invasive plants
  • clear pathways
  • woodchip pathways
  • litter abatement
  • ​prepare the pollinator garden for spring programs
  • prepare agrogarden for spring programs

Please bring a pair of work gloves and a rake if you have them. While your are here, be sure to check out our other Girl Scout Appreciation Day activities!

Frequently Asked Questions about the Event


Do I need to register?
Only for the Girl Scout Badges! Registration is not required to attend the rest of the event or participate in any of the other activities. However, space is limited for the scheduled events (see above), so plan to arrive early.

Where should I park?
Free parking is available in the gravel lot on Snake Den Road, near the outer gate to our Center (you'll see our sign and an info kiosk). If that lot is full, drive through the gate and follow the driveway, where signs will direct you to additional parking areas. 

Are there restrooms onsite?
Yes! We have multiple restrooms in the lower level of our main building, and an accessible restroom on the main level.

Should I bring money?
The New Weis Center will have products or fundraising items for sale. If you would like to purchase something or make a donation, please bring CASH or a check (no credit cards). The New Weis Center also accepts Venmo. The New Weis Center's fundraising items include water bottles, mugs, t-shirts, cookbooks, local organic maple syrup!

How can I support The New Weis Center?
We encourage visitors to support The New Weis Center by becoming a member, making a one-time donation, volunteering, and purchasing our fundraising items (water bottles, mugs, t-shirts, cookbooks, local organic maple syrup).

Will there be food or refreshments?
We will have water and possibly some light refreshments, and you are welcome to bring a snack or lunch and picnic on our field or in the covered pavilion. Please be sure to properly dispose of your trash or recycling in the bins provided, or take it with you. Reusable water bottles are encouraged!

Is there anything else to see or do while I'm there?
Yes. Our Trustees and staff would love to give you a tour of our historic property and buildings, which date back to the 1860's! We also have a small history room in the main building with lots of old photos, documents and artifacts. Hiking is also available in the adjacent Norvin Green State Forest.