Girl Scout fundraising will vary from council to council. Some won't allow Girl Scout fundraising at all while others limit the time of year, the number of times per year or the type of fundraising. Many councils will limit Girl Scout fundraising to "money earning" such as car washes and garage … [Read more...] about Girl Scout Fundraising Ideas
Gold Award Grant Winners Announced
We received dozens of applications for our Gold Award grant program. The quality of the work being done be Girl Scouts across the country is amazing. It was a difficult choice. Every applicant was deserving. The first place Gold Award grant winner is Isabella Cook Isabella's project, … [Read more...] about Gold Award Grant Winners Announced
Special Guy and Girls Derby Planning
Our Crazy Car race is run as father/daughter event. It's a great opportunity to get the dads (or special guy) involved in scouting. After running our derby event for several years, we have it down to a science. If you are thinking of giving it a try, here are our suggestions: Fee: Entry fee is … [Read more...] about Special Guy and Girls Derby Planning
Junior Playing the Past Badge: It was a Blast Man!
Thinking of earning the Junior Playing the Past Badge? Why not turn your meeting into a party! It's great for end of year, beginning of year or anytime your girls just wanna have fun. You might even consider a bring a friend party to introduce new girls to scouting. Junior Troop 408 of … [Read more...] about Junior Playing the Past Badge: It was a Blast Man!
Get Your Sleuth On With our Junior Detective Badge In A Bag®
Are you a GS leader looking for something to do with your Junior troop? Our Detective Badge in a Bag® combines an educational experience with hands-on fun and your girls will earn the Junior Detective badge in one unforgettable meeting. Our Detective Badge in a Bag® has everything you will need … [Read more...] about Get Your Sleuth On With our Junior Detective Badge In A Bag®
Our Bliss Journey was a Huge Success!
Over a long weekend, Senior Troop 3398 from Plainview, NY did The Ambassador Bliss Journey using the totally Girl Led Dream Journey Badge in a Bag® kit from MakingFriends®.com. It was the most beautifully run, comprehensive and productive weekend. The crafts are totally appropriate for high … [Read more...] about Our Bliss Journey was a Huge Success!
9 Ways Scout Leaders Can Get Help From Parents
After losing three co-leaders and getting numerous last-minute cancellations from parent volunteers, an exhausted troop leader posted for help on our Facebook page. "Exhausted Leader" has done Fall Product Sales, cookie booths and the holiday parade by herself as well as planned every troop meeting … [Read more...] about 9 Ways Scout Leaders Can Get Help From Parents
Create with our Cadette Book Artist Badge in a Bag
As a Cadette leader, you know that your girls just want to jump in and have fun during meetings. This could make doing badges like Book Artist a challenge. The projects call for a lot of careful measuring and cutting -- something the girls may not have patience for. You also will not want to spend a … [Read more...] about Create with our Cadette Book Artist Badge in a Bag