Ernie Miller Nature Center
Ernie Miller Nature Center's mission is to enhance the quality of life in Johnson County by providing high-quality parks, services, and recreation programs.
Address: 909 N Highway 7, Olathe, KS (Actual event locations vary)
Partner Mission: To enhance the quality of life in Johnson County, Kansas, by providing high-quality parks, services, and recreation programs. Check out Ernie Miller Nature Center's website for a full list of events!
Registration Requirements: All girls participating as a Girl Scout in these activities must be registered Girl Scout members. If attending as a troop, all volunteers also need to be registered members and/or have completed and approved background checks. If non-registered individuals (adults or tags) are allowed to participate in this activity supplemental insurance is required. Use the Insurance Purchase Form to purchase insurance at least 3 weeks prior to the event. Completed forms can be emailed to programapprovals@gsksmo.org.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Ernie Miller Nature Center: Fishing Family Night
All
Levels
Fri Aug 30, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Haunted Kansas
Junior 
Cadette 
Senior 
Ambassador
Sat Oct 19, 6:30 PM - 9:15 PM
Ernie Miller Nature Center: Whimsical Woods
Daisy
Brownie Junior
Sat Oct 05, 1:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Ernie Miller Nature Center: Daisy & Brownie Badge Event
Daisy
Brownie
Sat Nov 02, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Badge
Connections: Daisy Eco Learner, Daisy Buddy Camper, Brownie Eco
Friend, Brownie Outdoor Adventurer
Ernie Miller Nature Center: Tellabration
All
Levels
Sat Nov 16, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Ernie Miller Nature Center: Astronomy Starlight Hayride
All
Levels
Tue Nov 19, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Thurs Nov 21, 6:30
PM - 8:00 PM
Ernie Miller Nature Center: Escape Room, Rescue the Animals
All
Levels
Fri Nov 22, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Sat Nov 23, 10:00
AM - 11:30 AM
Fri Dec 13, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Sat Dec
14, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Winter Solstice Celebration
All
Levels
Sat Dec 21, 4:30 PM, 5:30 PM, 6:30 PM
YOU SCHEDULE IT EVENTS:
Nature Walks - Fall
All Levels
Experience autumn’s beauty on a guided walk through the park. Our walks can be tailored for special interests and/or specific scout requirements.
Cost: Rates below are for the group, not individual.
- 1–10 people $32 JoCo resident/ $34 nonresident
- 11-15 people $37 JoCo resident/ $40 nonresident
1 adult per group of 5. Based on availability.
Days/Times: September-November scheduled by appointment Tuesday
-Thursday afternoons between 12pm – 4pm (last walk scheduled at 4pm).
45 minute session
Additional info: We recommend close toed shoes, a good sturdy tennis shoe is best. No sandals or flip flops. Wear bug spray/sunscreen and a hat. Bring a water bottle. The hike is only one hour. We ask that you use restrooms before we leave and do not carry any food or snacks with us along the trail.
Registration & Questions: Call 913-764-7759 or visit jcprd.com.
Partner Mission: To enhance the quality of life in Johnson County, Kansas, by providing high-quality parks, services, and recreation programs. Check out Ernie Miller Nature Center's website for a full list of events!
Archery: Clinic (Grades 3 & Older)
Junior
Cadette
Senior
Ambassador
Experience the challenging sport of archery at Ernie Miller Park. This clinic is designed to teach safety techniques and basic fundamentals of archery. Hands-on activities will allow children to develop their skills. Equipment is provided. Maximum 10 per group.
Date and Time: Scheduled by appointment September - November
Cost: For the group, not per person: One 60 min. clinic - $41/$45 nonresidents
Registration & Questions: Call 913-764-7759
Map and Compass Clinic (Grades 4 & Older)
Junior Cadette Senior Ambassador
Enjoy the fun and excitement of using a map and compass. Hone your survival skills learning the basic parts of a compass and map reading. Combine the two through games, and you should never get lost again.
Date and Time: Scheduled by appointment September-December
Cost: For the group, not per person: One 60 min. clinic - $38/$41 nonresidents. Maximum 15 per group.
Registration & Questions: Call 913-764-7759
Outdoor Skills: Survival Hike (Grades 1 & Older)
Brownie Junior Cadette
Do you have the “right stuff” to survive? Using the power of imagination and real physical challenges, participants will problem solve as they hike through the wilds of Ernie Miller Park. Emphasis will be on teamwork, decision making, and staying safe outdoors. This activity can be tailored to groups, age, and experience level.
Date and Time: Scheduled by appointment September-December
Registration & Questions: Call 913-764-7759
Hayrides: Fall Groups
All Levels
Enjoy the outdoors by scheduling your group for a hayride through Oak Ridge Parklands at Shawnee Mission Park or Heritage Park. Your hayride concludes with a warm campfire where marshmallows and apple cider await. Call now to reserve a date and time for your group. Hayrides are available during September, October, and November. Two weeks advance registration is required.
Dates: Friday, Saturday & Sunday Sept. 21 - Nov. 24
Locations:
- Oak Ridge at Shawnee Mission Park: 7 days/week
- Heritage Park: Fri, Sat, & Sun
Cost Per Girl: $8; minimum fee $90 for fewer than 12
persons
Cost Per Adult: $8
How to Register: For scheduling and information, call (913) 831-3359.
For more info contact the Nature Center at 913-826-2800.
