American Museum of Natural History Field Trip
Description
Section titled “Description”Group field trip to the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) in New York City. Scouts explore world-class natural history exhibits, dinosaur halls, and the planetarium in one of the country’s premier science museums.
Overview
Section titled “Overview”The American Museum of Natural History in New York City offers unparalleled exhibits in natural history, anthropology, astronomy, and earth science. Group agreements and discounted pricing are available for BSA units. The trip typically involves a carpool or chartered bus to NYC. This outing pairs well with science and nature advancement requirements and provides a memorable experience for Scouts and families.
Timeline / Checklist
Section titled “Timeline / Checklist”| When | Task |
|---|---|
| 2 months before | Arrange group agreement/pricing with AMNH; plan transportation |
| 6 weeks before | Announce to pack families; collect RSVPs |
| 2 weeks before | Confirm headcount; arrange transportation logistics |
| Day of visit | Travel to NYC; visit the museum as a group |
Event Details
Section titled “Event Details”- Group pricing available through AMNH group sales
- Plan for approximately 3–4 hours in the museum
- Class B t-shirts appropriate for the informal setting
- Coordinate carpooling or charter bus for the approximately 2.5-hour drive
- Highlight specific exhibits aligned with Cub Scout advancement (nature, space, animals)
Coordination
Section titled “Coordination”- Program Chair arranges group pricing, transportation, and family communication