Interested in participating in our Cub Scout Overnights?

For additional information please contact

Lizz Eynatten at 713.535.7265

or via e-mail at: leynatten@cmhouston.org

Cost:

$50 per Scout
$25 for Adults within 1:4 ratio 

Questions ?

Cub Scouts Reserve a Space Here
Cub Scout Final Registration Form

Girl Scout Reserve a Space Here
Girl Scout Final Registration Form

FAQ:

What can I expect at the Scout Overnight?
Cub Scout Overnights include activities to meet rank requirements, unlimited access to state-of-the art interactive exhibits, sleeping within one of the Museum’s galleries, movies, a late night snack, and continental breakfast.

How long is the Scout Overnight?
Check in begins at 7:00 pm on Saturday evening and the Overnight continues until 8:00 am on Sunday morning. For the safety of all attendees, guests are asked to arrive prior to 7:00 pm and to refrain from leaving until 8:00 am the next morning.  Scouts who attend the overnight will also receive free entry into the museum beginning at 10am on the following Saturday.  Families who wish to join their scout at the museum may register IN ADVANCE and receive special two-for-one tickets for the following Saturday.

What Activities will be available?
The Children’s Museum of Houston is able to offer unique and creative workshops that will help Cub Scouts (meet requirements for the following loops and pins: Science, Math, Language & Culture, Art, Citizenship and Physical Fitness. Each Cub Scout will be able to participate in one workshop during the Overnight, and then meet additional requirements while exploring the Museum at their own pace.  Girl Scout programming is still being developed for Brownies and Junior Girl Scouts, although activities may be offered to meet similar badge requirements.

What is the Museum’s recommended ratio of chaperones to scouts at the Overnight?
The Museum requires at least one adult for every four scouts but scouting groups are encouraged to follow their council recommendations for adult chaperone ratios. Please note that all Chaperones for the Girl Scout Overnight must be female.

What if I have someone in my group that has special needs?
We can accommodate those with special needs, but please contact us prior to the Overnight to provide specifics.

Are consent and release forms required for ALL Overnight participants including adult chaperones?
Yes, every Overnight participant is required to turn in a consent and release form! (These forms are included in the FINAL REGISTRATION form above.) Only individuals who have turned in a CMH consent and release form at check-in will be allowed to stay at the Overnight.

May we bring our own food and drinks?
No, the Museum will provide a late night snack and a continental breakfast for all attendees. It is recommended that guests eat dinner prior to arrival.

What do I need for my overnight stay?
Attendees will need a sleeping bag or blanket, pillow, and a change of clothing. You may also bring a small mat to sleep on if you wish. Inflatable air mattresses, cots, or more than one small clothing bag are prohibited due to space limitations. Please leave electronics at home.

May I bring my camera?
Yes, cameras are allowed within the museum.

Where do Overnight participants sleep?
Overnighters sleep within the Museum galleries.

What is your cancellation policy?
The Museum reserves the right to cancel the Cub Scout Overnight in the event registration does not meet minimum enrollment requirements. If the Overnight is cancelled by the Museum a full refund will be issued to your group. If the reserving group cancels the reservation there will be no refunds or transfers.