The Nature Area is designed to offer Scouts an extensive program developing their appreciation for and understanding of the environment. Merit Badges offered will include: Environmental Science, Fishing, Forestry, Geology, Mammals, Nature, Reptile and Amphibian Study, Soil and Water Conservation and Weather.   Scouts participating in Reptile & Amphibian Study, Nature or Mammal Study Merit Badges must provide evidence of having kept the animals specified by related requirements. Camp Wakpominee has installed fishing docks near the Nature Lodge and a full line of fishing equipment is available for scouts to use.   Please note that fishing is only allowed in designated areas and that those who fish along the shores of Sly Pond are expected to follow the buddy system at all times.   Troops may also make appointments to participate in activities such as identifying rocks, understanding erosion, nature trail and plant identification hikes, camp conservation projects and other basic environmental skills.