Alcatraz East Crime Museum
Explore American history from a different perspective in five unique galleries that burrow deep into criminal profiles, the penal system, victim’s stories, crime prevention, forensic science, law enforcement and our justice system. The museum is 25,000 square feet, spread over 2 floors and includes over 100 interactives. Alcatraz east features several badge programs & other events including sleepovers and girl scout appreciation days for girl scouts throughout the year!
Where: 2757 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Price: Varies
Contact: Lauren at 865-453-3278
Levels: DBJCSA
Anakeesta
Anakeesta offers discounts to Girl Scouts troops visiting as a group and their chaperones or other group members including family members (20-person group minimum waved for Girl Scout troops, no minimum required). Discounted tickets and other add-on items must be purchased in advance and have one person paying for the entire group. Follow this link and fill out the online form to be contacted by the group sales department.
Anakeesta is an award-winning mountaintop adventure park situated on 70-acres, 600’ above, and in the heart of, downtown Gatlinburg. Our nature immersive park offers an authentic Smoky Mountain experience for families of all ages. Included in general admission guests will get to explore 4 different playground and adventure courses for all ages, walk among the trees on our 16 bridge TreeTop SkyWalk, climb to the top of our VistaTower to get 360-degree views of the mountains, explore our botanical garden, and enjoy live entertainment at our two stages inside the park. We have additional fun on the mountain that we can add-on with mountain coaster rides, and our award-winning Astra Lumina enchanted night walk.
At this time, per the Safety Activities Checkpoints, canopy zipline tours are NOT permitted for Daisies and Brownies.
Where: 576 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Price: Adults(18-59)- $32.51; Child (4-11)- $21.47; Child (12-18)$25.70; Senior(60+)- $26.46
Contact/Register: Group Rates
Levels: DBJCSA
Apple Store at West Town Mall
Attend Group Sessions at the Apple store where staff can assist troops in earning badges such as Digital Movie Maker, Digital Photographer, computer coding badges, and even drawing badges. These sessions are free for the troops. Visit their website to book a session for your troop. The group session times are pre-scheduled with the rest of our Today at Apple classes and are available for anyone to book. To book a session online: select Product > 60 minutes > Getting Started with iPad. Once you’re on the Getting Started with iPad page, select the date and time from the choices and fill out your contact information. Apple will reach out to you to finalize all the details.
Where: 7600 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919 (inside West Town Mall)
Price: Free
Contact for questions: Email tjoyce@apple.com
Register: Sign up for classes through thier website
Levels: DBJCSA
Beyond A Brick
Beyond a Brick leads STEM badge workshop for Daisies through Cadettes. Workshops are designed to stimulate creativity, problem-solving and team-working skills, allowing girls to explore problems and invent solutions.
Where: UT Extension Building at 1801 Downtown West Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37919
Price: Varies
Contact: For questions email info@beyondabrick.com
Register: Register for workshops on their website.
Levels: DBJC
Blount Mansion
Blount Mansion offers tours and Junior Playing the Past badge workshops.
Where: 200 West Hill Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37902 Map
Price: Tour is $4 per girl or adult. Badge workshop is $10 per girl and $4 per adult; this also includes a tour.
Contact: Call 865-525-2375
Levels: DBJCSA
Children's Museum of Oak Ridge
Come to the Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge to participate in badge workshops, work on the Secret City Heritage patch, and go on a scavenger hunt to earn the Children’s Museum patch. We can help you with badges like Jeweler, Pottery, Safe Sitter, Letterboxing, and more!
Where: 461 West Outer Drive, Oak Ridge, TN 37830 Map
Price: Varies
Contact: 865-482-1074
Levels: DBJCSA
The Climbing Center
The Climbing Center offers a variety of climbing options to suit different abilities and ages. The Climbing Center is a full gym complete with bouldering, top ropes, and lead climbing as well as training equipment. Girls can visit to work on their climbing badges. Special event scheduling for Girl Scout events, birthday parties, group outings, and team building activities is also available. Please contact the Climbing Center for more information.
Where: 2918 Sutherland Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37919
Price: Varies
Contact: Call 865-673-4687 or email events@riversportsoutfitters.com
Levels: JCSA
Clinique
Clinique of East Tennessee, North Georgia, and Southwest Virginia offers skin care and makeup master classes to earn the "Put Your Best Face Forward" Clinique patch.
Where: Multiple locations:
- Dillard’s or Belk West Town, Belk Turkey Creek, Oak Ridge, Maryville, Morristown, and Sevierville
Price: Free
Contact: Email or call Lara McIntosh, Clinique Regional Director, at lmcintos@estee.com, or 423-596-8500
Levels: JCSA
Davy Crockett Riding Stables
Offers guided seasonal trail riding opportunities in the Great Smoky Mountains between March and November. Visitors can schedule trail rides ranging from a half hour to a half day. Girl Scout groups can request a free demonstration prior to a trail ride where an experienced guide will offer an overview of horse care basics so that girls can fulfill the Horseback Riding badge requirements.
Where: 505 Cades Cove Road, Townsend, TN 37882
Price: Varies
Contact: Call 865-448-6411
Levels: BJCSA
Faith N Friends Horse Day Camps
Come out to the farm and enjoy our equine Day Camps. Includes horse riding, fun activities, arts & crafts, horse education, and team building. Girl Scout Juniors can earn their Horseback Riding badge. Badge may be purchased by emailing retail@girlscoutcsa.org. All participants need to complete required forms. You should bring a snack, lunch, and a water/drink. We have seating in the barn, heating and A/C if needed, rain or shine. Each camp is 3 days, 9:00am-1:00pm.
Where: 8508 Corryton-Luttrell Rd, Luttrell, TN 37779
Price: $285 per participant
Contact: Visit our website or email faith@faithnfriends.org or call/text 865-236-0607
Levels: DBJCSA
The Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center
The Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center offers tours of Native American and Early Appalachian history in the Smoky Mountain region. Living history demonstrators and knowledgeable docents provide an in-depth look into the past of our area, providing hands-on activities along the way. Many festivals and events add extra visitor engagement opportunities throughout the year. Advanced registration is required for docent-led tours and activities. Self-guided tours are also available. Call ahead for event information.
Where: 123 Cromwell Dr., Townsend, TN 37882 Map
Price: Children age 5-12 $8, Visitors age 13+ $10
Contact: Jenn Bowen, Museum Educator at 865-448-0044
Levels: DBJCSA
Ice Chalet
Girl Scouts receive $2.00 off Ice Chalet regular admission price for any public skating session. Please tell us your troop number when you arrive to receive the discount. Days and hours vary; for schedule, please visit our website. Visiting Ice Chalet is a great activity for Daisies and Brownies working on their Snow Adventure badge.
Classes
Learn to ice skate or play hockey at the Ice Chalet! Girl Scouts receive 20% off group classes and group hockey instruction. We have classes throughout the year. Please give us your troop number when you register to receive the discount.
Learn more:
Where: 100 Lebanon St., Knoxville, TN 37919 Map
Contact: 865-588-1858 or icechalet@chaleticerinks.com
Price: Varies
Levels: DBJCSA
Keep Knoxville Beautiful
Volunteer with Keep Knoxville Beautiful! At Keep Knoxville Beautiful (KKB), our mission is to inspire and empower Knox County communities to improve their quality of life through beautification and environmental stewardship. We team with dedicated, selfless workers and volunteers to foster a cleaner, greener, and more beautiful Knoxville. You can volunteer at one of KKB's litter cleanups, beautification days, or graffiti removals, or lead your own litter cleanup with your troop! All supplies and resources are provided by KKB. Volunteers of all ages are welcome at our events, but worksheets and activity pages are also available for troops to get their patches. Join us as we keep Knoxville clean, green, and beautiful!
Where: Various locations across Knox County
Price: Free
Contact: Email info@keepknoxvillebeautiful.org or call 865-521-6957
Levels: DBJCSA
Knoxville Botanical Gardens & Arboretum
Knoxville Botanical Gardens and Arboretum is a historic 44-acre venue in East Knoxville, which has formal, community, and educational gardens free and open to the public every day of the year.
Where: 2743 Wimpole Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37914 Map
Price: Visits to the gardens are free. Staff-led field trips, which focus on sensory and immersive learning in nature, are $8/student and free for chaperones.
Contact: Sarah Dewitt, Engagement Manager at 865-862-8717 or sarah@knoxgarden.org
Levels: DBJCSA
Knoxville Museum of Art
The Knoxville Museum of Art offers educational programs and events to Girl Scouts of all ages. Volunteers can schedule a docent-guided tour of KMA’s exhibitions or an art workshop that meets requirements for the following badges: Potter, Jeweler, Book Artist, Textile Artist, Painting, Drawing, Comics, Collage, Photographer, and many more. A minimum of 12 girls is needed for a workshop.
Where: 1050 Worlds Fair Park Dr., Knoxville, TN, 37916 Map
Price: $20 per girl/adult
Contact: Call 865-523-6349 to schedule.
Levels: DBJCSA
Mental Health Association of East Tennessee
The Mental Health Association of East Tennessee provides education to adolescents in 4th grade through high school about mental-health related topics, including but not limited to: stress and coping skills, mental illness signs and symptoms, and suicide prevention. There is no cost for services, and we will work with groups to design a training that best meets their needs. Youth education programs can fulfill the requirements for the "Resilient. Ready. Strong." patch and "Mental Wellness" patches. Troop leader and parent trainings also available at request.
Where: Chattanooga/Southeast TN, Knoxville and surrounding 15 counties, Tri-cities/Northeast TN
Price: Free
Contact: Caitlin Ensley at MH101@mhaet.com or 865-247-6189
Levels: JCSA
Navitat Adventure Park
This unique, treehouse-based canopy adventure has you climbing, balancing, crawling, and zipping through the trees in south Knoxville, in the heart of Ijams Nature Center! Navitat wants to thrill you with our obstacles, educate you with our unique themed trails, and inspire you to learn more about the environmental heritage of the southern Appalachians, all while having tons of fun with your fellow Girl Scouts. We welcome booth troops and individual Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts enjoy a 25% discount for groups of 8 or more.
Where: 2915 Island Home Ave., Knoxville, TN 37920 Map
Price: Varies
Contact: 855-628-4828
Register: Individuals may walk-in/book online, but groups must call our reservations office at least 72 hours prior to booking date.
Levels: BJCSA
Oak Ridge Computer Science Girls (ORCSG)
Oak Ridge Computer Science Girls offers free in-person (and some virtual) classes for girls, giving the opportunity to actively explore the possibilities of technology to empower their future careers. Class topic range from robotics, machine learning and coding in Python to computer art and science. Each class is self contained and no or very little prior experience is needed. Our in person events are in Oak Ridge and Maryville.
Many of our events qualify for Girl Scout badges. Learn about upcoming events, locations and register on our website. We have also visited troops with our activities in the past for 10+ participants and depending on the activity WiFi access and laptops are needed - just email us if you are interested.
Where:
- Roane State Community College, 701 Briarcliff Ave, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
- Oak Ridge Public Library, 1401 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
- Blount County Public Library, 508 N Cusick St, Maryville, TN 37804
Price: Free
Contact: Email thomas@orcsgirls.org
Levels: JCS
Onsight Rock Gym
Onsight Rock Gym is excited to offer discounted day-passes to all Girl Scouts coming in to climb. Day-passes are a quick and easy way to experience indoor rock climbing on your schedule and time. Our staff will get all girls and parents set up with an orientation that will demonstrate the safe and proper way to climb. (We ask that all climbers wear closed-toed shoes!) Girl Scout day passes are available Monday - Friday before 6:00pm and Saturday/ Sunday all day. We also offer a Girl Scout patch, group climb nights, and team bonding.
Where: 5335 Western Ave., Knoxville, TN 37921 Map
Price: $13 per person, plus tax (includes a harness)
Contact: info@onsightrockgym.com
Levels: DBJCSA
Our Place Art Organization Inc.
Our Place Art is a 501c3 non-profit organization established to enrich the lives of individuals with and without disabilities through the arts. The purpose of Our Place Art programs is to assist and support youth and adults as they find support and recognition in a community that values the unique perspectives and strengths of individuals with and without disabilities. Our Place Art provides workshops, trainings, and opportunities for individuals to find their voices and express themselves through the medium of creativity. Visit their website for program offerings and events.
Where: Varies – willing to travel to troop/Service Unit meetings within Knox County
Price: Varies
Contact: Angela Freeman-Hunter at 865-973-7297 or email info@ourplaceart.com
Levels: DBJCSA
Rapid Expeditions
Rapid Expeditions offers the best whitewater rafting adventures in East Tennessee. Located on the banks of the Pigeon River in Hartford, TN, we're convenient to Gatlinburg, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Knoxville.
Where: 3605 Hartford Rd, Hartford, TN 37753
Price: Varies
Contact: Dave at 888-504-7238 or info@rapidexpeditions.com
Levels: JCSA
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Ripley's Aquarium offers Girl Scouts one-of-a-kind experiences such as Sleep with the Sharks and PJ Party with the Penguins events. These events are available to both individual Girl Scouts and troops. Ripley’s Aquarium also hosts Scout Appreciation Days where Girl Scouts and their family receive discounts on tickets to the aquarium during the months of November and February! In addition, troops can book visits for discounted tickets year-round at all Sevier County Ripley’s attractions with advanced notice!
Where: 88 River Rd., Gatlinburg, TN 37738 Map
Price: Varies
Contact: Call 888-240-1358 or email aquariumofthesmokies@ripleys.com
Levels: DBJCSA
Smoky Hollow Outdoor Resort
At Smoky Hollow Outdoor Resort, you can go camping with the modern amenities of home. We have authentic Conestoga covered wagons, Sioux style Tipis, and a log cabin to stay in. All are heated and air conditioned with luxury bedding. Smoky Hollow can accommodate 24 guests in beds and an additional 4 in cots or sleeper sofas. We also offer discounted tickets to Soaky Mountain Water Park in the summer months.
Girl Scouts have the option to add-on a free animal encounter experience with our pet chickens, turkeys and fainting goats. This is a great opportunity to learn about caring for livestock, and Brownies can earn their Pets badge. Girl Scouts are also encouraged to take advantage of our hiking trails (suggested badgework: Daisy Trail Adventure, Brownie Trail Adventure, Brownie Hiker, Junior Trail Adventure). Badges not included.
Where: 660 Gists Creek Rd, Sevierville, TN 37876
Price: Discounted to $159/night (per unit plus tax)
Contact: Rebecca Turner, General Manager, at admin@smokyhollowoutdoorresort.com or 865-446-2043
Levels: DBJCSA
Sonny Brooke Stables
Sonny Brooke Stables is a premier riding school and boarding facility in Knoxville, TN. We offer a unique and exciting badge workshop for Girl Scouts. We can help with the Animal Observer badge, Pets badge and the Horseback Riding badge. With a focus on safety and horsemanship, Girls Scouts leave the badge workshop with a thorough introduction to horses.
Where: 11904 Yarnell Rd. Knoxville, TN 37932
Price: $50/person
Contact: Email Krystle at krystle@sonnybrookestables.com
Levels: DBJC
Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
Looking for something fun to do with your Girl Scout Troop? The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame offers a variety of programs for Girl Scouts from our exclusive Patch program, Badge and Three-Point Play programs to our Jump Jive and Jammies, an overnight stay at the Hall of Fame. Call 865-633-9000 to get more information on our Girl Scout Programming.
Where: 700 Hall of Fame Dr., Knoxville, TN 37915 Map
Price: Varies
Contact: 865-633-9294
Levels: DBJCSA
WonderWorks
WonderWorks offers discounts for groups that fit the following criteria: minimum of 10 Girl Scouts (and 2 volunteers), register in advance, have one person paying for the entire group. A participation patch is included with each admission. This "amusement park for the mind" includes more than 100 interactive exhibits. Wonderworks also hosts Girl Scout Appreciation Days and Girl Scouts Sleepovers. Learn more about these special events on their website.
Where: 100 Music Rd., Pigeon Forge, TN 37863 Map
Price: $13.99 + tax for ages 4-12, $18.99 + tax for ages 13+
Contact: Visit their website
Levels: DBJCSA
Zoo Knoxville
Zoo Knoxville offers workshops directly to troops. View programming options on their website.
Where: 3500 Knoxville Zoo Dr., Knoxville, TN 37914 Map
Price: Varies
Contact: Call 865-637-5331 or email kzcommunity@zooknoxville.org
Levels: DBJCSA
