Complete your Geologist Activity Pin at Dinosaur State Park!
Contact the Park Office for future dates.
Check In: 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m. Program: 9:15 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The Webelos Workshop provides an opportunity for scouts to complete the requirements of the Geologist Pin in a unique geologic setting. The program will begin with a short introduction by the park geologist, followed by activities at three stations located in the Dinosaur State Park exhibit center. These stations will explore fossils, how mountains are formed, and common uses of rocks and minerals. Scouts will also view a film about volcanoes and hear a "Track Talk" about the dinosaur tracks and rocks found in the park. The park geologist will be available to answer questions throughout the program. Groups are encouraged to allow additional time to explore the exhibit center and nature trails on their own. The program will be held rain or shine.
Time: Doors open for check-in at 8:30 a.m. The Program begins PROMPTLY at 9:15 a.m. and continues until 1 p.m. The schedule includes time for either an optional live animal demonstration or free time in the exhibit center or at bookshop.
Costs: $9 per scout includes regular admission to exhibit center, a Dinosaur State Park patch, and the cost of materials for scheduled activities. Adults and children accompanying the scouts will be charged the regular museum admission fee ($6 for ages 13+, $2 for ages 6-12, and free for 5 and under).
Registration: Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Programs fill quickly so mail your registration and payment as soon as possible. Space is limited to 60 scouts. Print out the registration form and the roster form to complete your registration. Go to Registration Form --- Go to Scout Roster
Payment: Payment in full must be received at least 7 days in advance of the workshop. Please complete the form and return with payment to Dinosaur State Park, 400 West St. Rocky Hill, CT 06067. Checks should be made payable to Treasurer, State of Connecticut.
Changes and Cancellations: A refund will be issued for any changes or cancellations made at least 7 days prior to the workshop. No refunds will be issued for changes or cancellations after this date.
Lunch: A half-hour lunch period is included in the program. Please bring your own lunch, since no food is available for sale at the park. There is a large outdoor picnic area; no indoor facilities are available for lunch. Workshop will be held rain or shine. You may choose to have lunch on your own time after 1 p.m., and use the lunch period as free time instead.
Other Activities: The park includes a picnic area, more than 2 miles of hiking trails, a track-casting area (May- October), and a mining sluice (weather dependent; for an additional fee). You may wish to allow additional time to enjoy these activities.
PLEASE NOTE
*SMOKING, FOOD AND BEVERAGES ARE NOT PERMITTED IN THE EXHIBIT CENTER.
*The use of cameras and flash IS permitted in the Exhibit Center. *Clothing and footwear should be appropriate for the weather if using nature trails.
BOOKSHOP
Leaders may wish to allow time after touring the Exhibit Center for groups to visit the Friends of Dinosaur Park Bookshop. All profits from the Bookshop are used to support Park programs. Adults are requested to help young students to choose their purchases and make sure they have enough money for the items, plus 6 percent sales tax. Please remind the children in your group to approach the register once until everyone has had a chance to make a purchase. After making their purchase, students should be directed to remain with the rest of the group, outside if possible. Large groups should plan their time accordingly and break into small, chaperoned groups to visit the Bookshop. Bookshop hours are Tuesday through Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cash, checks, MASTERCARD, VISA or DISCOVER are accepted in the bookshop. Time: Allow at least 1/2 hour, more time if the group is large.
NATURE TRAILS
There are approximately two miles of nature trails at the Park through a variety of habitats: a 300-foot-long boardwalk which crosses the swamp to a wooded area, a traprock ridge, and meadow areas. Please stay on the gravel paths. Here, as in all natural areas, plants, rocks and animals should be left undisturbed for all to observe and enjoy. Children must be supervised at all times. No food, drinks or pets are permitted on the nature trails. Time: Allow fifteen minutes to one hour.
PICNICKING
No food is available for purchase at the Park. Picnic tables are available outside for use by all groups and visitors. Mandatory recycling has been implemented in Connecticut State Parks. Please place bottles and cans in the labeled receptacle. Please dispose of all litter properly. The Park cannot provide indoor lunchroom facilities under any circumstances.
PARKING
Free parking is available. Groups arriving in buses should be dropped off at arrival and picked up when leaving, at the Bus Shelter. Free bus parking is provided in a designated area (from the Bus Shelter, proceed straight, then left, to the far corner of the parking lot).
Thank you for your cooperation.
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