Scouting America
Three Harbors Council
330 South 84th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53214-1468
414-774-1776
www.ThreeHarborsScouting.org
Scouting the Zoo Overview
Come see the Milwaukee County Zoo like never before! Scout troops are able to camp the weekend INSIDE the zoo walls.  Cub Scouts are able to camp with their pack and enjoy activities during the evening or attend Saturday.  Scouting the Zoo showcases the Milwaukee County Zoo and the integrated Scouting program of Three Harbors Council, Boy Scouts of America. This program is open to anyone registered in Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing or Exploring, including adult leaders, family members and the general public. The program will provide hands-on experiences led by youth members that are exciting for all ages.
Location
Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 West Bluemound Road, Milwaukee, WI 53226
Participation Opportunities
Units participating in the Cub Scout and Scouts BSA programs as well as volunteering to help and run activities will be eligible for the Zeros Heroes Trophy and The Zoo Cup.
Cub Scout Weekend Program
  • Units can compete for the Zeros Heroes Trophy
  • Cub-Olympian (Lion, Tiger)
  • Cubs in the Wild (Adventure Kits)
  • Pinewood Derby
  • Cubmobile Race
Scouts BSA, Venture Scouts and Explorers Weekend Program
  • Units can compete for The Zoo Cup
* We will not be offering merit badge clinics this year.
New 2026 Activity

More information coming soon...

 

Pricing
$32 - Camping and Program Package
  • Includes patch, admission, program, camping, and parking. 
    • Can add optional Saturday breakfast for $12 each. 
    • Can add optional Saturday dinner for $12 each.
       
$27 - Saturday Program Only Package
  • Patch, admission, and program.  Parking IS NOT INCLUDED - Feel free to bring your own food (Zoo passes not recognized for this special event)  Gates open at 7AM and you are welcome to stay for the evening movie, but must leave by 10:00PM.

 
Every registered adult and youth will receive a complimentary 2026 Scouting the Zoo limited-edition patch!
 
 
 

Upcoming Events

May 29 - 31, 2026

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Scouting the Zoo Contacts:
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Scouting America Three Harbors Council  I  330 South 84th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53214-1468

414.774.1776