Brainstorming Ideas So I had a real “Ah HA” moment last winter as I was going through the Junior badge book. I’m sure there are many different ways that people brainstorm. Personally, I go through our book with a post-it on every badge listing ideas and resources I have access to. I do a … [Read more...] about Turning Ho-Hum Requirements Into Something Special
Junior Simple Meals Badge and Thanking Sponsors
Junior Simple Meals Badge and Baking is Fun Patch On October 4, 2017 the girls of Troop 6789 earned their Simple Meals badge and a Baking is Fun patch. The troop prepared a meal for all of their families as well as the church congregation. We are blessed to have a full kitchen at the … [Read more...] about Junior Simple Meals Badge and Thanking Sponsors
Beginning Camper Tips
As a scout leader, you want to teach girls that they can be independent, self-reliant and strong. There are few better ways to do that than by taking them on a camping trip! Whether your girls are learning how to start a fire or even just pack a sleeping bag by herself, she is also probably learning … [Read more...] about Beginning Camper Tips
Kid Friendly First Aid Kits
A leader asked about kid friendly first aid kits on our Facebook page. Leader question: What have other leaders put in a Kid Friendly First Aid Kit? Sort of feel like gauze pads, tape etc., might be not appropriate but what are others thoughts? This first aid kit would not be for our troop, but … [Read more...] about Kid Friendly First Aid Kits
Camping at the Zoo to Earn the Animal Habitats Badge
Our Junior Troop, 1887, has made a commitment to participate in at least 1 community service project EVERY month and is overall the MOST active troop in Hopkins County! That is something to be proud of. In addition, the girls also earn at least 1 badge per month and take at least 1 trip every month! … [Read more...] about Camping at the Zoo to Earn the Animal Habitats Badge
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®
Having Fun Making Jewelry – Junior Badge
Submitted by Troop 80671 Our troop have used many of MakingFriends®.com badges in a bag throughout the years. One badge that stands out from the rest is the Jewelry badge for Juniors. The girls enjoyed the opportunity to make 5 different kinds of Jewelry and we also added a additional safety pin … [Read more...] about Having Fun Making Jewelry – Junior Badge