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Anniston Museums and Gardens is a wonderful community resource to fulfill all your outdoor adventure needs. Specifically, the Longleaf Botanical Gardens is home to some amazing trails to explore. As a Girl Scout, you can utilize these trails to earn the Trail Adventurer Try-It badge.  

The table below shows the steps that each Girl Scout level has to complete. Refer to the in-depth instructions under the table for how to earn this Try-It badge during your visit to the Anniston Museums and Gardens!

1. Choose Your Outdoor Adventure 

• • The brand new Look and Learn interactive trail is the perfect trail to use to earn your Trail Adventurer badge. Located to the left of the Anniston Museum of Natural History, there are QR codes along the trail to scan and connect with nature and learn more about the Alabama environment. Utilize this trail on the Anniston Museums and Gardens campus to earn your badge! 

2. Plan and Prepare

• • Planning an outdoor adventure is half the fun! When going on a hike, there are ten essential things you should put into your adventure pack. Before embarking on your hike, discuss what you need to pack. 

3. Gather Your Gear 

• • Previously, you talked about what you need to pack when going on a hike, now it is time to pack. Make sure you have the 10 hiking essentials – pack anything else that you see fit for your specific hike. 
  • The 10 Hiking Essentials: 
    • Water bottle 
    • Warm clothing that you can take on and off if the temperature changes (sweatshirt, jacket, long-sleeved t-shirt) 
    • Tools (like a walking stick or whistle) 
    • Flashlight 
    • Trail map 
    • Compass 
    • Towel or blanket 
    • Firestarter or matches 
    • Snacks 
    • Sun and bug protection 

4. Train Your Adventure 

• • Before you go on your hike with your hiking companions, answer these questions to make a schedule and a plan: 
    • Where will you be hiking? 
    • What time of day is best for hiking in your area? 
    • Do you have a trail map? What trail will you be following? 
    • Will your hike cost anything? 
    • What games will you play as you hike? What songs will you sing? 
    • What’s your hiking style? Will you take breaks? Do you need to be somewhere by a particular time? How fast will you hike? 

5. Go on Your Adventure 

• • The final step is to go on your hike! Make sure to enjoy the Look and Learn QR codes along the trail, and be sure to tag Anniston Museums and Gardens in any pictures that you post to social media using the hashtag #ExploreAMAG. Happy Adventuring! 

Girl Scouts have made a lasting impact at Anniston Museums and Gardens (AM&G) through their dedication, creativity, and service. From conservation efforts to educational projects, these scouts have completed meaningful work that benefits both AM&G and the community. Explore the incredible projects completed by Girl Scouts and see how they have turned their ideas into action!