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Unexpected Ways to Get Your Girls Involved in Girl Scouts

Unexpected Ways to Get Your Girls Involved in Girl Scouts

by Tiffany Phamvu (GSNorCal Staff) | Apr 27, 2017 | Camp & Outdoors, Travel & Adventure

With Girl Scouts, there’s always a new adventure to be had! Check out these GSNorCal Interest Groups for a few ideas on how to level up your girl’s Girl Scout experience with travel, robotics, sailing, and more!

13 Words You’ll Only Know If You’ve Been to Summer Camp [Quiz]

13 Words You’ll Only Know If You’ve Been to Summer Camp [Quiz]

by Marissa Vessels (GSNorCal Staff) | Apr 20, 2017 | Camp & Outdoors

Whether your summer camp days are recent or long gone (or you’re new to camp altogether!), put your camp savvy to the test with this fun quiz!

5 Reasons Why Being a Girl Scout Volunteer is Actually The Best

5 Reasons Why Being a Girl Scout Volunteer is Actually The Best

by Marissa Vessels (GSNorCal Staff) | Apr 18, 2017 | Troop Basics

Between work, family, errands, and all of the social activities that compete for your attention, why should being a Girl Scout volunteer top your priority list this year? Check out these 5 reasons why volunteering with Girl Scouts is the best!

10+ Eco-Friendly Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

10+ Eco-Friendly Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

by Ash Redfield | Apr 13, 2017 | Camp & Outdoors, Ideas & Inspiration

Looking for a fun way to celebrate Earth Day this year? We’ve rounded up 10+ eco-friendly activities you can do with your Girl Scout troop (and earn some badges along the way)!

5 Meaningful Ways to Show Your Girl Scout Volunteers Some Love

5 Meaningful Ways to Show Your Girl Scout Volunteers Some Love

by Amy Burke (GSNorCal Staff) | Apr 11, 2017 | For Volunteers

Let’s face it: Girl Scouts wouldn’t exist without all of the awesome volunteers who change the lives of girls each and every day! To say ‘thanks,’ here are 5 quick ideas to celebrate your favorite Girl Scout volunteers.

How to Plan a Girl Scout Bridging Ceremony

How to Plan a Girl Scout Bridging Ceremony

by Shannon McMath | Apr 6, 2017 | Ceremonies & Celebrations, Ideas & Inspiration, Troop Basics

Bridging ceremonies are an important part of celebrating your troop’s accomplishments as they go through Girl Scouts. Check out these tips, ideas, and resources to plan your next bridging ceremony with ease!

8 Fun Things to Do With Your Girl Scout Troop in San Francisco

8 Fun Things to Do With Your Girl Scout Troop in San Francisco

by Leah Takahashi (GSNorCal Staff) | Apr 4, 2017 | Camp & Outdoors, Travel & Adventure

Being a Girl Scout in a bustling city like San Francisco may not provide as many close-to-home outdoor adventures, but this urban setting still has a lot to offer! With GSNorCal’s annual Golden Gate Bridging event just around the corner, there’s no better time for you and your girls to explore the renowned City by the Bay.

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