Girls in this program can learn about careers they might want to pursue in the future, the environment, writing, cooking, backpacking and other more traditional scouting pursuits. This age group also participates in camp. Girl Scouts can earn patches or charms in a variety of activities, including newer ones like eco-action, a program that teaches the importance of a clean environment, or more traditional ones like backpacking.
These older scouts are expected to perform a service project for each charm that they earn. For example, the eco-action project includes skill-based learning activities, but before a charm is awarded, the girl must complete a related service project, such as volunteering for an environmental cause or creating a directory of local and state level environmental resources.
When Girl Scouts participate in a variety of activities throughout the ranks, they have no trouble fulfilling the Girl Scout motto: "be prepared. Girls who are busy with other extracurricular activities or don't live in an area with an active Girl Scout troop have the option of becoming a Juliette. Juliettes participate in Girl Scouts on an individual basis, working for badges and on projects with the help of a parent or other adult.
There is a small annual membership fee which includes insurance for the scout, and these scouts can participate in camping and other council activities.
Scouting life has changed since the days of Juliette Gordon Low, but much of it still revolves around camping. Camping activities vary based on the age group. Day camps are often the young Girl Scout's first experience with camping. The girls participate in many of the traditional camping activities -- crafts, making s'mores, hiking -- but return home each day.
Brownies, Juniors and Girls enjoy an array of scouting adventures. In resident camps , the campers visit an established campsite, equipped with a place for the girls to sleep and facilities for cooking and bathing. The amenities offered at each campground vary. While some resident camps have bunk beds and lodges, others are positively rustic. Core staff camping is another option for scouting troops. In core staff camping, the troop is helped at their campsite by a core group, who provide supplies, food and first aid support.
This is a good option for a troop with a leader who's leery of the responsibility of taking a group of young girls camping by herself. In trip camping, the Girl Scout troop moves from one camp spot to the next each day, traveling by bicycle , canoe or horseback. Girl Scout troops implement Leave No Trace or minimal impact procedures while on camping excursions. Aside from camping, rituals are also fundamental to the Girl Scouts, including the ritual of the awarding of the dime. The significance of the shiny new dime is the ten parts of the Girl Scout Law, which include the reminder to be honest, fair, respectful and make the world a better place.
Another ritual is to keep a small amount of the ashes from one campfire to add it to the next one -- whether that campfire is built the next day or the next summer, and no matter the location. If more than one scout collects ashes, they're pooled before adding them to the campfire. In the past, Girl Scouts revolved around the three Cs -- crafts, camping and cooking. But today, you can add computers and careers to that list. The Girl Scouts of America has been extremely proactive in its effort to remain relevant to young ladies, and the proof is in the nearly 3 million girls who participate in the organization.
This number has remained remarkably consistent even though the competition for a young girl's time increases every year. The Girl Scouts developed the Girl Scout Research Institute to grow the organization in areas that interest the girls.
These days, girls are encouraged to name their own groups and mix and match activities to develop a program that suits their interests. What do the scouts wear these days? A tunic, sash or vest that they may pair with a polo or other collared shirts, and skorts, slacks or skirts. The Latina population continues to grow in the U.
So, the Girl Scouts developed specific strategies to change this. It has created a Spanish language Web site, offers bilingual camps and offers activities like salsa dancing for troops. Earn Awards. Have Fun. Make Friends From the camaraderie of troop life to the strong bonds formed at camp, Girl Scouts have lots of opportunities to make new friends and get to know their community in a deeper way. Give Back Girl Scouts of all ages give back in big and small ways, and they use their creativity to solve community and even global problems.
Be a Boss Being a boss is more than simply being in charge. Earn Recognition and Awards. Have Fun A no-limits space where you can be yourself and try new things while friends cheer you on? Check out new badges you can earn. My image description. Your differences are your superpower A Girl Scout shows you how to head back to school with confidence. Troop Dives into Ocean Conservation Learn how this brave, creative group learns and plays by their own rules—underwater.
These Cadettes Take Action How five brave risk-takers helped pass a smoking ordinance in their town. Daisies Learn and Grow Outdoors Learn how one troop finds their brightest shine outside. Girl Scout Promise and Law. Join with other girls to tackle an important international issue and earn a Global Action award.
Get their hands dirty through the Girl Volunteer Corps and make a difference in their communities. Explore exciting careers in a variety of fields—from science to the arts, from education to government. With a wider world comes even more opportunities—and Girl Scout Ambassadors make the most of every chance they get to improve themselves…and their world.
Girl Scout Ambassadors are eligible for some seriously awesome opportunities to continue their leadership experience. Implement a Take Action project and become eligible for college scholarships. Work with younger Girl Scouts to build a rain garden, learn about nature, and help protect the environment. Enhance her relationship skills , problem-solving abilities, and knowledge of science and technology. Oh, and did we mention Ambassadors can earn the prestigious Gold Award —the highest award available to Girl Scouts?
Major accomplishments, for sure. But whatever path girls choose, they'll take action to make a lasting positive impact on their school, their community, their world—and themselves.
Juliette Girl Scouts are busy, independent, self-confident girls of all ages who want to be a part of something bigger than themselves — Girl Scouts! Juliette Girl Scouts do not belong to a troop, but instead work on Girl Scout programs on their own with the guidance of an adult mentor.
They can tailor their Girl Scout experience to their unique passions and interests , by deciding what activities they want to do and which skills they want to learn, all at their own pace.
Indie Girl Scouts are always welcome to attend council programs, and council staff are here to assist along the way, too. Juliette Girl Scouting, named for our founder Juliette Gordon Low, is a great option for girls busy with sports and other extra-curriculars, or any girl who wants flexibility in her Girl Scout experience. Discover new interests and develop new skills while earning badges and completing Girl Scout Leadership Journeys.
Attend council-led programs on everything from archery to zoology. Sell cookies as part of the world's largest girl-led business. Take action in her community and earn highest awards. No matter which parts of Girl Scouting they pursue, all Juliette Girl Scouts grow as leaders on a Girl Scout journey of their own making! As a Girl Scout, you'll: Meet new friends in your troop and at events. Girl Scouting by Grade Level. Racism goes against the values of Girl Scouts, and although we have acted to counter racism throughout our history, we know we have enormous work ahead of us to build a truly anti-racist organization.
We are asking for all Girl Scouts to commit to taking action to make the world a more equitable place. At Girl Scouts, there is nothing we take more seriously than the safety and well-being of our members and the community. At Girl Scouts, the next opportunity to stand up, speak up, and take the lead is never far away.
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