Scouting at The Schiele
The Schiele Loves Scouts!
Museum founder Bud Schiele was passionate about scouting. He worked as a scout executive, unifying and expanding troops in the North Carolina Piedmont in 1924. Bud and his wife, Lily, worked tirelessly to open “Camp Bud Schiele,” a Boy Scout camp on the shores of Lake Lanier before they turned their attention toward a natural history museum.
Outside of special events and regular admission, open to all, The Schiele provides overnight Camp-In experiences and Badge Nights for Scouting America and Girl Scout troops and groups.
Scouting groups of at least 15 can also reserve special field trips and enjoy group rates.
This season’s Scouting at The Schiele events will be available for registration soon.
Watch for details!
Camp IN at The Schiele Museum
Overnight camp-ins are perfect for giving scouts a unique camp experience with no worries about outdoor safety or weather. Campers can complete badge or pin requirements while experiencing interactive programs and activities that focus on nature, science, culture, and FUN.
Overnight Camp-Ins
All camp-ins begin at 6:30 PM, Friday, and end at 9:00 AM, Saturday.
January 15 – 16, 2027 (Scouts BSA, Cub Scouts)
March 19 – 20, 2027 (Girl Scouts)
Spread your sleeping bags in the museum exhibit galleries and sleep surrounded by wild animals, dinosaurs, or Native American Indian chiefs!
Camp-In includes an evening snack, breakfast, and a museum patch for each participant. Saturday admission to the museum is also included. Opportunities will be available to complete some badge requirements.
STEM Badge Nights
6:00 – 11:00 PM
February 5, 2027 (Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts)
April 9, 2027 (Scouts BSA, Cub Scouts)
Visit the museum with your troop after hours! The Schiele is closed to the public, but open for fun and learning just for Scouts! Opportunities will be available to complete some badge requirements.
STEM Badge Night includes an evening snack and a museum patch for each participant.
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