Identifying Nature Patch ProgramĀ®
Help your scouts explore the outdoors and learn to identify local plants, trees, and animal tracks with our complete Identifying Nature Patch ProgramĀ® worksheets and resources.
Brownie Hiking Badge
Brownie Hiking Badge Ideas & Activity Resources
Hit the trails and get ready for adventure! The Brownie Hiking Badge (and trail-related outdoor badges) is a fantastic way to teach second- and third-grade Girl Scouts about outdoor safety, trail preparation, and appreciating nature.
What You’ll Find in This Category:
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Pre-Hike Planning & Equipment: Fun ways to teach Brownies what to pack in their daypacks, including essential safety gear, proper footwear, and healthy trail snacks.
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Trail Etiquette & Leave No Trace: Age-appropriate activities and games that teach girls how to respect wildlife, stay on marked trails, and leave nature better than they found it.
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Trail Games & Scavenger Hunts: Interactive printable scavenger hunts, nature bingo, and group activities to keep girls engaged and observant while walking.
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Hands-on Crafts & SWAPs: Themed outdoor craft projects, hiking mini-kits, and SWAPs perfect for commemorating their outdoor achievements.
Whether you’re planning a short nature walk in a local park or an afternoon trek through state park trails, these resources will make badge work stress-free for leaders and memorable for your Brownies!
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Tree Scavenger Hunt Download
Learn how to identify trees while go on a tree scavenger hunt!
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Hiking Skills Patch Program
Ready to hit the trails? Master key outdoor skills like map reading, Leave No Trace, first aid, and wildlife identification to earn the Hiking Skills Patch!
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Hiking Badge Download for Brownies
The US Army Corps of Engineers is a team of people responsible for protecting our parks and water and those who use them. Spotlight is on Ranger Sylvia Chelf, Supervisory…
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Animal Tracks Download
on cardstock and cut out the animal tracks cards on pages 1-3 of this download or print them on perforated business card stock such as…
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No-Hassle Snacks Recipes Download
Not only are these recipes no-bake, they are also no-stove, no-microwave, no-blender, even no-electricity.
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Nature Scavenger Hunt Fun Patch
This colorful Nature Scavenger Hunt fun patch is a great reminder of the fun your girls had during your hike, camping trip or wherever you held your scavenger hunt. Download our free suggested requirements.
