Scouts, Groups and Volunteers



APEC offers programs for scouts, groups, interns and volunteers.
Please scroll down to see our selection.


Scouting Programs

Your scouts can experience nature first-hand through these special, one hour programs held on weekends and weekdays by appointment at APEC.

Program includes discussion, hands-on activities, guided nature walk, and APEC's live animals.

Fulfill badge requirements:

Cub Scouts: Wildlife, Forester Activity, Naturalist Activity
Brownies: Earth + Sky, Outdoor Fun
Boy Scouts: Weather, Reptile/Amphibian, Mammal Study
Girl Scouts: Plants + Animals, Ecology, Wildlife

Please call us to speak with a scout coordinator, discuss special badge requirements
or Eagle Projects, learn our fee schedule and to book a visit. (718) 229-4000.

Note: Discipline is the Group Leader's responsibility.

Other Groups
For ages 6 - 96
Special one-hour programs are available by appointment throughout the year!

Visits emphasize an appreciation and stewardship of nature and include an indoor
discussion, nature walk, and an introduction to APEC's animal collection.

Call our Education Department at (718) 229-4000 to arrange for a program!

Interns and Volunteers
For ages 13 and up
One of the important ways that APEC acoomplishes its mission of environmental awareness
and responsibility is through its intern and volunteer programs. This program engages between
40 and 65 volunteers and 6 to 8 interns each year in community service to the center through
assistance with animal care, outside work, educational programs and special events. In return,
APEC provides guidance, training and supervision, as well as a sense of commitment and sensitivity
to environmental issues. Our interns are selected from college and high school students who display
self-motivation and maturity, as well as a willingness to take on both short and long-term goals.
For more information and an application form, please contact the education department at
(718) 229-4000.

 

    

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Location: 228-06 Northern Boulevard, Douglaston, NY 11363    
 phone: (718) 229-4000        email: info@alleypond.com