About
Berks Nature Scouting Programs offers year-round scouting programs for Girl Scouts of the USA and Scouting America groups of all ages. Specialty programs focus on fishing, archery, or creek snorkeling, and creek snorkeling is for ages 10 and up. Each specialty program lasts 2.5 hours and costs $20.00 per child, with a $240 minimum charge per program; badges are not included for any Cub or Boy Scout program.
Programs
- Scouting Programs — Year-round Girl Scouts of the USA and Scouting America groups of all ages · Year-round
- Specialty Programs — For scouting programs; Creek Snorkeling is for 10+ years old · Features one of three themes: Fishing, Archery, or Creek Snorkeling. Time: 2.5 hours per program. Cost: $20.00 per child per program ($240 minimum charge per program). No badges included.
At a glance
- Ages: 5–18 years old
- General schedule: Year-round
- Facility hours: The Nature Place is open Tuesdays and Saturdays 10:00 am to 3:00 pm; closed the rest of the week. Office hours are Monday through Friday 8 am to 4 pm.
About the provider
Berks Nature has served the Berks County community since 1974. Its work in Berks County includes land preservation, water protection, trail management, community gardens, education programs, State of the Environment, Eco-Camp, and partnerships. It also owns and operates The Nature Place at Angelica Creek Park and offers educational programs and community use of the campus.
Badges are not included for any Cub or Boy Scout program. Badges may be included for programs scheduled through the Girl Scouts of Eastern PA website. Girl Scout programs are primarily registered through the Girl Scouts of Eastern PA webpage.
What families say
“I didn't want to let even one day go by without thanking [the Berks Nature staff] for a wonderful morning. Everyone loved learning about your sustainability, history, and walking through the nature habitats. It was one of our best planned and organized tours; professional and so informational... It was a perfect day.” — Berks Encore staff about their tour of The Nature Place campus with Berks Nature
“Thank you so much for having the 7th grade students of Kutztown visit the Burkholder farm. This opportunity was an incredibly eye opening experience for all involved. Teaching about farming practices, sustainability, clean water and buying locally is one thing, but actually seeing it in action is what changes the mind frame.” — Kutztown Middle School teacher about their farm tour with Berks Nature
Last updated October 24, 2026.
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