Scout Patch Program!
Did you know that our Humane Education department is the perfect way to complete several Scout Badges?!
If you would like to have a Humane Education Presentation for your troop please see the Badge options below:
Girl Scouts
Resilient/Ready/Strong Badge
STEM Career Exploration Badge
Pets Badge
Bugs Badge
Take Action Award Badge
Shapes in Nature Badge
Digital Photographer Badge
Animal Habitats Badge
Agent Of Change Journey Award
Ambassador Your Voice, Your World Journey Award Advocate Pin
Ambassador Think Like A Citizen Scientist Award Badge
Justice Ambassador Award Patch
Between Earth And Sky Journey Award
Locavore Badge
Boy Scouts
Pets Merit Badge Emblem
Dog Care Merit Badge Emblem
Citizenship In Society Merit Badge Emblem
Soil And Water Conservation Merit Badge Emblem
Gardening Merit Badge Emblem
Veterinary Medicine Merit Badge Emblem
The Program
The Program consists of a 90-minute workshop that includes a tour, interactive lesson, and a dog or cat visit.
The cost is $10 per scout.
Group leaders will be responsible for communicating to HSCC which badge or journey their troop would like to work on so that we can accurately prepare presentations.
Due to the number of program requests we receive, requests need to be made at least one month in advance.
Our programs are designed to be presented to one class-sized group at a time (No more than 15 scouts).
Please be aware and understanding of the need to restrict where and when animals make appearances. The well-being of our animals is very important.
We offer a full refund for cancellations made at least 3 weeks in advance. No refunds available for cancellations less than 2 weeks before your scheduled date.
FAQ:
Is there an age limit?
This is a youth program designed for scout programs and serves ages K-12. We cannot accommodate preschool ages at this time.
What do we bring?
Just yourselves! If you have held a donation drive or made items from the activity booklet, please bring those at the time of your program.
Will we get to pet animals?
It is our aim to have animal interaction within each workshop. However, we cannot guarantee participants will be able to directly interact with a dog or cat. That is based on volunteer and animal availability, as well as the well-being of our animals. We reserve the right to stop any animal interaction at any time due to health or safety concerns.
Why is there a cost?
The program fee covers the expenses of resources, materials and staff time. It also provides a small source of revenue for the Humane Society of Charles County, a non-profit organization that depends on donations to operate.
Ready to get started? Fill out our interest form here.
Other questions call us at 301-645-8181?
WELCOME TO OUR ONLINE PROGRAM REQUEST FORM
We are pleased to say that we are conducting in-person programming for groups. Just fill out the program request form below and we will get back with you to schedule your presentation.
