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5 Easy At-Home Community Service Ideas for Girl Scouts

5 Easy At-Home Community Service Ideas for Girl Scouts

by Richel Newborg | Dec 1, 2020 | Community Service, Ideas & Inspiration

Supporting our communities is what Girl Scouts do best! But the pandemic has made community service a little more complicated. Here are 5 community service projects your girls can work on from the comfort of their couch:

9 Digital Icebreakers for Virtual Girl Scout Meetings

9 Digital Icebreakers for Virtual Girl Scout Meetings

by Amanda Gee | Oct 20, 2020 | For Volunteers, Ideas & Inspiration, New Troop Leaders

A good icebreaker game in a Girl Scout meeting can do wonders to help your girls build friendships and gain confidence. Whether your girls are Daisies or teens, are meeting for the first time or are already BFFs, a well-placed, well-planned online icebreaker game can go a long way on the virtual landscape.

A Road Map to At-Home Girl Scout Travel

A Road Map to At-Home Girl Scout Travel

by Sandy Norman | Oct 6, 2020 | Ideas & Inspiration, Travel & Adventure

You’ve been planning the perfect trip for months, and suddenly something changes, and travel is no longer an option. Girl Scout travel expert Sandy walks us through how to find ways to scratch that travel itch from home, as well as replan your trip for the future!

How to Brainstorm Troop Meeting Ideas for the Girl Scout Year

How to Brainstorm Troop Meeting Ideas for the Girl Scout Year

by Shannon McMath | Sep 1, 2020 | Ideas & Inspiration, New Troop Leaders, Troop Basics

Whether you are a new troop leader or a seasoned volunteer, you can use your resources wisely and get help online, not to mention the most important advice—from the girls you are leading and advising! Here are three easy steps and some great ideas to make meeting planning go smoothly this year:

SWAPS Inspiration: Summer Adventure Edition

SWAPS Inspiration: Summer Adventure Edition

by Ash Redfield (GSNorCal Staff) | Jun 1, 2017 | Camp & Outdoors, Ideas & Inspiration, Travel & Adventure

If your girl is headed to camp or another traveling adventure this summer, exchanging SWAPS (Special Whatchamacallits Affectionately Pinned Somewhere) can help her hold onto the magic of the season a little longer.

10+ Eco-Friendly Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

10+ Eco-Friendly Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

by Ash Redfield (GSNorCal Staff) | 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)!

Classic Outdoor Cooking Recipes for Your Next Troop Campout

Classic Outdoor Cooking Recipes for Your Next Troop Campout

by Ash Redfield (GSNorCal Staff) | May 25, 2017 | Camp & Outdoors, Ideas & Inspiration

Summer is just around the corner, so get ready for your next nature adventure or troop camping trip with these 12 tried-and-true outdoor cooking recipes.

30+ Girl Scout Badge Activities for Animal Lovers

30+ Girl Scout Badge Activities for Animal Lovers

by Ash Redfield (GSNorCal Staff) | May 11, 2017 | Badges & Awards, Ideas & Inspiration

Furred or feathered, small or large, animals make our lives a little more bearable. Here are 30+ activities to help your Girl Scout earn her animal-related badges!

10 Yummy Girl Scout Cookie Recipes You Need to Try

10 Yummy Girl Scout Cookie Recipes You Need to Try

by Ash Redfield (GSNorCal Staff) | Feb 21, 2017 | Cookies & Fall Product Program, Ideas & Inspiration

Girl Scout Cookies only come round once a year, so treat yourself to a box of your favorites and try out one of these sweet recipes!

SWAPS Inspiration: Golden Gate Bridging Edition

SWAPS Inspiration: Golden Gate Bridging Edition

by Ash Redfield (GSNorCal Staff) | Mar 28, 2017 | Ideas & Inspiration

Headed to Golden Gate Bridging and looking for awesome SWAPS ideas? Look no further! Keep reading to learn all about the history of SWAPS and best practices for making awesome SWAPS for GGB.

10 Indoor Summer Activities to do with Your Girl Scout

10 Indoor Summer Activities to do with Your Girl Scout

by Ash Redfield (GSNorCal Staff) | Jul 13, 2017 | Ideas & Inspiration, STEM, Travel & Adventure

When temperatures tease the hundreds, that summer sun can be unbearable and not everyone likes hiking around in the heat or splashing in a swimming pool. Stay cool and keep your girl’s mind active on those summer days when she just doesn’t want to be outside with these 10 indoor activities!

SWAPS Inspiration: Girl Scout Convention Edition

SWAPS Inspiration: Girl Scout Convention Edition

by Ash Redfield (GSNorCal Staff) | Sep 5, 2017 | Ideas & Inspiration

Girl Scout Convention only happens once every three years—so who knows who your Girl Scout will meet? A camp buddy she hasn’t seen in years, a new lifelong friend, or even her future boss! Make an impression with custom SWAPS that showcases her personal style and Girl Scout spirit.

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