Scouts

 

Mei Stukes, Scout Program Coordinator
757-727-0900 ext 709  |  scouts@vasc.org

 

VASSC Scout Camp-in Dates for 2024-2025

 

2025 Camp-in Schedule

  • January 25-26: Robotics for Girl Scouts of USA
  • February 08-09: Robotics for Scouting America
  • March 15-16: Space Science Exploration for Scouting America with Rockets*
  • March 29-30: Aviation for Girl Scouts of USA
  • April 26-27: Aviation for Scouting America *Engineering concepts for Cub Scouts included
  • May 17-18: Space Science Exploration for Girl Scouts of USA with Rockets*
$65 per youth includes IMAX, 3-hour specified program, Snack, Event Patch, Overnight Stay, Tour, Breakfast $45 per adult includes IMAX, Snack, Event Patch, Overnight Stay, Tour, Breakfast (200 maximum capacity)

 

STEM NIGHTS: 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

  • October 25 (Friday): Space Science for all groups
  • November 22 (Friday): Robotics for all groups
  • February 21 (Friday): Engineering for all groups
$35 per person includes IMAX, Demonstration, Hands-on Stations, Tour (300 maximum capacity)

GIRL SCOUT JOURNEY IN A DAY:

By Request Only $50per youth includes specified program/2 Complimentary Adult Chaperone Tickets. Please contact scouts@vasc.org for more information.

 

 

Scouting America Levels

  • Lion/Tiger
  • Wolf/Bear 
  • Webelos/Arrow of Light
  • Older Youth Programs

Space Science Exploration

  • Explorer/Sky is the Limit
  • Adventurer
  • Investigator
  • Researcher
  • Expert
  • Master/Scouting America Space Exploration Merit Badge

Girl Scout Levels

  • Daisy
  • Brownie
  • Junior
  • Cadette/Senior/Ambassador

Robotics   

  • All age levels  
  • Scouting America Robotics Merit Badge 

Current Grade Levels

  • Kindergarten-1st Grade
  • 2nd -3rd Grade
  • 4th – 5th Grade
  • 6th -12th Grade

Aviation

Registration Requirements

A 50% deposit is required at the time of registration. The balance is due 30 days before the scheduled scout event. A 50% refund will be given should you need to cancel with at least ten business days’ notice. No refunds will be given after that date. All programs require at least ten scouts. Failure to make the final payment will result in loss of registration, and no refund will be given. VASSC reserves the right to modify age grouping based on reservations to enhance the program quality.
  • Two adults are required to be with your unit during your overnight stay. Due to space restrictions and fire code regulations, only one adult will be permitted in the classroom during the program.
  • A complete participant roster is required with final payment (30 days before the scheduled event). The roster form will be sent with your confirmation letter and gather pertinent information on your scouts, including names, ages, grades, and food allergies. We will not accept additional names after the roster is submitted. Space is limited.
  • This program includes IMAX film, demonstration, hands-on themed stations and tour of the Museum at night
  • The program begins at 6:00 p.m. And ends at 9:00 p.m.
  • Light breakfast and small evening snack/beverage are provided.
  • All Participants receive the Limited Edition VASSC Scout Event patch.
  • The overnight program begins on Saturday at 6:00 p.m. and ends on Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
  • Rocket building and launch are available only with the Space Science Exploration Camp-in program. There is an additional cost, and space is limited to 50 rockets. This activity begins at 5 p.m. on Saturday, and the launching occurs on Sunday morning. Full details will be provided with rocket reservations.

Camp-in Cost: $65 Scouts/Siblings •   $45 Adults •   $30 Rocket

NEW! STEM NIGHTS:
October 25 (Friday):  Space Science for all Scout groups 
February 22 (Saturday): Aviation for all Scout groups
May 31 (Saturday):  Robotics for all Scout groups
  • This program includes IMAX film, demonstration, hands-on themed stations and tour of the Museum at night
  • Your visit will start at 6:00 p.m. and ends at 9:00 p.m.

STEM Night Cost: $35 per person

Please contact Scout Programs Coordinator Mei Christine Stukes at scouts@vasc.org or by phone at 757-727-0900 extension 709. Office hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Journey Day Program for Girl Scouts (Reservation by Request Only)
Daisy
Between Earth & Sky
Brownie
Wonders of Water
Junior
Amuse

Cadette
Breathe

Senior

Sow What?

  • The Girl Scout Journey programs are offered on Saturdays based on availability. A minimum of ten Girl Scouts are required to schedule a program.
  • Daisy/Brownie 10:00 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Junior/Cadette/Senior 10:00 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • A certificate of completion will be presented to the Girl Scout at the graduation ceremony.
  • Lunch is not included. Troops may purchase from the café in advance or bring their food.
  • Badges are not included.
  • Cost is $50 per Girl  Scout
  • Two complimentary tickets are included for adult leaders/chaperones.

 

Please contact Scout Program Coordinator Mei Christine Stukes at scouts@vasc.org or by phone at 757-727-0900 extension 709. Office hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.