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This form is used to reserve a Scout Backpack Experience. For more information on backpack offerings, please visit Scout Backpack Experiences. If you are interested in booking a group visit without a scout backpack, please visit Group Admissions.

Scout Backpack Experience Pricing

  • Scout groups of ten or more are $21 per scout.
  • Scout groups less than ten are $24 per scout.
  • One free adult chaperone is included for every five paid scouts when booked as a group of ten or more. Additional chaperones, who are not members, pay full general admission. Adult chaperones are not required for scouts 16 and older.
  • Scout activity backpacks are $30 each. Each backpack can accommodate 10 scouts. The activities are self-guided. Instructions and supplies are included in the backpack. Activities take place in museum exhibits.
  • Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance of your visit. Date and capacity restrictions may apply.
  • Once you submit your request, a staff member will send you an invoice within two business days confirming your reservation. Payment is due two weeks in advance of your visit.
  • If you are interested in a group visit without a backpack, please visit Group Admissions.

Scout Backpack Experience Request Form

Only submit this form if you are interested in booking a Scout Backpack Experience.

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Backpack & Ticket Selection

GS – Girl Scouts, BS – Boy Scouts
10 or more tickets, $21 each. Less than 10, $24 each.
One free adult chaperone is included for every five paid scouts when booked as a group of ten or more otherwise adults are $24 each.

Confirm Terms and Conditions of Group Visit(Required)
I understand full payment and reservation must be made two weeks in advance of my visit. A confirmation invoice will be emailed to you within 3 business days. Badges are not included. $7 per vehicle to park.
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