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October 14, 2013 By jodi 2 Comments

Dad and Daughter Girl Scout Campout

Guest Post: Submitted by Girl Scout Troop Leader Katie Faris from Troop 628 in Louisville, KY We have a large multi-level Girl Scout troop of Brownies and Daisies. Last spring we decided to do something totally crazy,  invite Dads to go camping with us! This was something one of my co-leaders … [Read more...] about Dad and Daughter Girl Scout Campout

Filed Under: Daisies, Girl Scout Tagged With: badge in a bag, badges, brownies, camp fire, camping, coloring pages, cooking, girl scout

September 16, 2013 By jodi Leave a Comment

18 Ideas to get the most out of Scouts with limited time from Leaders

Question from a Girl Scout Leader: Nicole writes: My girls will be first year Junior Girl Scouts this year and they want to earn their Summit award again, badges and also earn their Bronze award as well. I know that we have to do a Journey before we start working on the Bronze. I guess my … [Read more...] about 18 Ideas to get the most out of Scouts with limited time from Leaders

Filed Under: Girl Scout, Juniors Tagged With: aMazing Journey, badge in a bag, badges, camp fire, cooking, games, girl scout, journey, Journey books, recipes, service projects, snacks, theme

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September 13, 2013 By jodi 1 Comment

Nine Camporee Ideas from Scout Leaders

Question from a Girl Scout Leader: Gretchen writes: Hello Ladies, I am thinking about next year's Service Unit Camporee and was looking for some theme suggestions. What was the best camporee you've been to? I appreciate your suggestions. Have a great day. Answers From Other Girl Scout Leaders … [Read more...] about Nine Camporee Ideas from Scout Leaders

Filed Under: Camping/Outdoor Activities Tagged With: camp fire, camping, cooking, crafts, games, girl scout

September 25, 2012 By jodi Leave a Comment

Wizard of Oz Extravaganza

Over the last 23 years of scouting my troop has used the Wizard of Oz theme for many different events, day camp, parties and a GS ceremony.  I highly recommend this theme the girls have always enjoyed it and there are so many ways you can use it to teach scout skills, a great example is fire … [Read more...] about Wizard of Oz Extravaganza

Filed Under: Celebrations, Parties & Events Tagged With: camp fire, games, girl scout, snacks, theme

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