GSHS - The Promise Magazine for G.I.R.L.s! - Spring/Summer 2017

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G.I.R.L.s!

Get ready for the best summer ever!

See why Camp Life is the Best Life.

Save your spot for another year of adventure, fun and friends! Renew before May 31 and get this fun patch for FREE!

Ready for another year?

CALLING ALL TRAVELERS

ADVENTURE AWAITS! NEW TRIPS ANNOUNCED.

She’s a G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innvoator, Risk-taker and Leader) TM and we can help her unleash that greatness again next year.

Now is the perfect time to commit to another year of Girl Scouts! Think of all the fun you’re having and just imagine what you’ll do next year!

Are you ready for another year of adventure, earning badges, camporees, laughter and giving back? By renewing now, you’ll let your troop and leader know to count you in for next year’s fun!

Together, let’s make sure she benefits for another extraordinary year of positive energy, excitement, and experiences that will help her build the skills she needs today and tomorrow. She is the future, and we can help her build it.

We’re so excited about next year that we’re offering some incredible incentives to renew!

Visit www.girlscoutshs.org/renew to see the incentives, including this “Beleive in the POWER OF G.I.R.L.” patch!

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Girl Scouts Heart of the South Bridging Certificate Commemorate her achievement with a Bridging Kit! This kit includes a commemorative certificate, official Bridging badge, membership star and disk, Bridging fun patch and pencil. $5.50

Girl Scouts Heart of the South Table Cloth The perfect addition to any cookie booth, recruitment table or court of awards banquet! Polyester green table cloth with white Girl Scouts Heart of the South imprint on the front. $15-$20 Available in 60” x 60” and 72” x 120”

Girl Scouts Heart of the South Latex Balloons Get the party started with these multi-color latex balloons with a white Girl Scouts Heart of the South imprint on the front. $2 6 per pack

Starter Kit – built for you!

Get ready for your next Girl Scout year with this Starter Kit. We’ve eliminated the guess work and included The Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting, American Flag Patch, Insignia Tab, World Trefoil Pin and Membership Pin. Just select your Official Uniform Item (tunic, sash, or vest), Troop Numerals, Council ID Set, and your FREE BAG! You’re all set and ready for an awesome year!

Girl Scouts Heart of the South Gift Bag A thoughtful added touch when presenting her awards at the end of the year. $1 8.5” x 5.5”

three convenient locations or online at www.girlscoutshs.org/ shop Memphis Service Center & Council Shop 717 South White Station Rd. Ste. 2 Memphis, TN 38117

Jackson Service Center & Council Shop 1007 Old Humboldt Rd. Jackson, TN 38305

Tupelo Service Center & Council Shop 1140 West Main Street Tupelo, MS 38801

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Camp Life is the Best Life...

Camp builds character! Girls with more frequent outdoor experiences are more likely to seek challenges and are better at solving problems —qualities that will help them both academically and personally in the future.

Camp gives her cool new experiences! High-adventure activities like canoeing or kayaking, challenge/ropes courses, and backpacking and climbing, in addition to playing and walking outdoors and taking outdoor field trips, help girls by giving them an avenue to improve health, practice cooperation and teamwork, flex their leadership muscles, and try new, exciting things while having tons of fun—all in the company of great, supportive friends and caring, trained camp counselors.

Camp makes everything better! Spending time in nature improves concentration and creative reasoning.

Outdoor experiences also help promote healthy social development and increase her self-esteem.

check out sessions, register and pay online at www.girlscoutshs.org/camp

A Taste of Camp AN OPEN HOUSE & SO MUCH MORE! Come see for yourself all the fun you’ll have during summer camp at our Taste of Camp! We’ll be playing games, learning camp songs, and hosting a miniarchery session! This is a great opportunity for girls and parents to see camp facilities, meet camp directors and counselors, take a tour of the property and much, much more!

These are FREE events and open to everyone.

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KAMP KIWANI 1880 Sandy Springs Lane Middleton, TN 38052 Sunday, April 23 2 - 4 p.m.

CAMP TIK-A-WITHA 365 County Road 117 Van Vleet, MS 38877 Sunday, April 30 2 - 4 p.m.

92 percent

say that camp helped them to feel good about themselves.

-ACA

72 percent of girls say that

Girl Scouts gave them the chance to build their skills or try new outdoor activities.

- GSRI

96 percent of campers

say that camp helped them to make new friends.

- ACA

Kamp Kiwani and Camp Tik-A-Witha are both ACA Accredited!

We know it can be hard to send her to camp for the first time, but you can feel at ease that, while she’s having the time of her life discovering all the wonders of the great outdoors, trying new things, playing games, making friends, and so much more, she’s well taken care of, happy, and learning critical life skills every step of the way.

For over 20 years, both Kamp Kiwani and Camp Tik-A-Witha have been American Camp Association Accredited, meaning we undergo a thorough (up to 300 standards) review of our operation — from staff qualifications and training to emergency management to ensure we provide a safe and nurturing experience for your girl.

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Earn Some Badges This Summer Girl Scout Brownie Outdoor Adventure Badge What happens when you invite a friend to climb the tallest hill you can find, or buddy up to take a walk around your neighborhood at night? Who do you see?

What do you hear? There as so many amazing adventures waiting for you. So hang on, jump in, and get ready to explore the great outdoors during the Outdoor Adventurer session! Girls will work towards the Outdoor Adventurer Badge by learning about campfires, tying knots and using a compass. She’ll also have the opportunity to take part in nature activities, a cookout and climbing wall. * Most requirements, but not all, will be met during this session.

Girl Scout Brownie Making Friends Badge Friends are another kind of family. They’re the people you have fun with and who help you when you need it. Try this badge to learn how to make new friends, keep old friends and be the best Brownie friend you can be. What are everyday ways you can practice friendship? In the Circle of Friends session, girls will work towards the Making Friends Badge by learning how to meet friends, share their favorite activities and explore camp together.* Most requirements, but not all, will be met during this session.

Girl Scout Junior Horseback Riding Badge Riding a horse is one of the most exciting things you can do. But ask any good horseback rider her secret to success and she’ll say that understanding a horse is as important as learning to ride one. Get clued in to horses and get ready to ride as you work towards earning this badge at Bits and Pieces, Filly Fun or Hoofprints! * Most requirements, but not all, will be met during this session.

Girl Scout Junior Camper Badge Plan a camping adventure, watch a sky full of stars, cook a meal on a stick, share silly stories around the campfire and learn outdoor skills as you take part in this favorite Girl Scout tradition. Girls can work towards their Camper Badge during Kamptastic, Junior Jam or Campapalooza. * Most requirements, but not all, will be met during this session.

Girl Scout Cadette Night Owl Badge Night has captured the imagination since the dawn of time. But with modern-day electricity, it’s easy to overlook the mysteries and beauty of the world after the sun goes down. So grow your imagination and expand what you know (or think you know!). Turn out the lights, tune in your senses and step out into the night during Horsin’ Around. * Most requirements, but not all, will be met during this session.

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Summer Camp Sessions

Whether this is her first time at overnight camp, or a girl looking to push her limits, we’ve got a camp session just right for her.

With activities like swimming, hiking, stargazing, campfire cooking and conquering that challenge course, she’ll have a summer full of fun, friends and lifelong memories. Grades listed are for the grade your girl will be entering in the fall.

See complete session descriptions and to register online at www.girlscoutshs.org/camp

KAMP KIWANI BROWNIE BLITZ

June 4 - 9

BROWNIE BLAST

June 11 - 16

KAMPTASTIC

Grades: 1st - 3rd

Cost: $400

Limit: 25

Cost: $400

Limit: 25

June 4 - 9 Grades: 4th - 6th

Cost: $400

Limit: 50

BITS AND PIECES

June 4 - 9

Grades: 4th – 6th

Cost: $400

Limit 16

HOGWARTS EXPRESS

June 11 - 16

Grades: 6th - 8th

Cost: $400

Limit: 25

HORSIN’ AROUND

June 4 - 9

Grades: 7th - 12th

Cost: $400

Limit: 16

KAMP ON!

June 11 – 16

Grades: 7th - 12th

Cost: $400

Limit: 50

CHILL OUT

June 11-16

Grades 7th - 12th

Cost: $400

Limit 25

RANCHEROS *FULL*

June 11 - 24

Grades: 7th - 12th

Cost: $750

Limit: 20

WRANGLERS IN TRAINING (WIT I) June 4 - 24

Grades: 11th - 12th

Cost: 400

Limit: 4

WRANGLERS IN TRAINING (WIT II) June 4 - 24

Grades: 12th

Cost: FREE

Limit: 4

Cost: $200

Limit: 12

Cost: $200

Limit: 12

Grades: 1st - 3rd

CAMP TIK-A-WITHA WEE BIT I Mini Session

June 18 - 20

Grades: 1st - 3rd

WEE BIT 2 Mini Session

June 21 - 23

Grades: 1st - 3rd

DAISY DAZE *FULL*

June 25 - 27

Grades 1st - 2nd Cost: $200 girl/ $100 adult

WATER BUGS

June 25 - 30

Grades: 1st - 3rd

Cost: $400

Limit: 12

FANTASIA

July 2 - 7

Grades: 1st - 3rd

Cost: $400

Limit: 12

CIRCLE OF FRIENDS

June 18 - 23

Grades 1st - 3rd

Cost : $400

Limit: 12

OUTDOOR ADVENTURER

July 9 - 14

Grades: 1st - 3rd

COST: $400

Limit: 12

MASTER CHEF

June 18 - 23

Grades: 4th - 6th

Cost: $400

Limit: 12

WATER MANIA

June 18 - 23

Grades: 4th - 6th

Cost: $400

Limit: 20

CUPCAKE BOSS

July 9 - 14

Grades: 4th - 6th

Cost: $400

Limit: 16

JUNIOR JAM

June 18 - 23

Grades: 4th - 6th

Cost: $400

Limit: 20

PAMPER ME, PLEASE!

July 9 - 14 Grades: 4th - 6th

Cost: $400

Limit: 12

SPORTS SPECTACULAR

July 9 - 14 Grades: 4th - 6th

Cost: $400

Limit 16

FILLY FUN

June 25 - 30

Cost: $400

Limit: 12

CAMPAPALOOZA

June 25 - 30

Cost: $400

Limit: 12

IN-SPA-RATION

Cost: $400

Limit: 12

Cost: $400

Limit: 12

Cost: $400

Limit: 12

Cost: $400

Limit: 12

Cost: $400

Limit:

Cost: $400

Limit: 10

Grades: 4th - 6th

Grades: 4th - 6th

July 2 - 7

Grades: 4th - 6th

OUTDOORS AND S’MORES

July 2 - 7

Grades 4th - 6th

HOOFPRINTS

July 2 - 7

Grades: 4th - 6th

CAMPFIRE CAFE’

June 25 - 30

WHATEVER FLOATS YOUR BOAT June 25 - 30

Grades 6th - 8th

HAPPY TRAILS

June 25 - 30

ROPES AND REINS

July 2 - 7

RIVER WILD

June 18 - 25

PACK-N-PADDLE

July 2 - 9

ADVENTURES UNLIMITED

July 9 - 14

JUNIOR COUNSELOR IN TRAINING

Grades: 7th - 12th

Grades: 7th - 12th

Limit 12

Grades: 7th - 12th

Cost: $400

Limit: 10

Grades: 7th - 12th

Cost: $500

Limit: 10

Grades: 7th - 12th

Cost: $450

Limit: 10

Grades 7th - 12th

Cost: $400

Limit: 16

July 2 - 14

Grades: 9th - 10th

Cost: $400

Limit: 16

COUNSELOR IN TRAINING

June 17 - July 14

Grades: 11th - 12th

Cost: $400

Limit: 16

COUNSELOR IN TRAINING

June 17 - July 14

Grades: 11th - 12th

Cost: FREE

Limit: 16

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Hello! My name is...

MEET THE WOMEN LEADING THE WAY Emilie “Chicken” Hutcheson (Top photo, right) is the Director of Outdoor Leadership Experience for Girl Scouts Heart of the South, and manages the council’s summer camp program. If you’ve been to any of the council’s outdoor activities you’ve probably met Emilie. Serving on council staff for 5 years, Emilie enjoys taking girls on adventures and introducing them to all the fun in the great outdoors. She is most passionate about summer camp, having served as a counselor for 10 years, along with serving as an assistant camp director, art and crafts director, and wranglers in training director.

Emilie graduated from The University of Mississippi with a Bachelors of Education. When Emilie is not at camp, she is spending time with her husband, Ryan, and son, James, cheering on the Ole Miss Rebel Black Bears.

Ashley “Lyric” Pruitt (Top photo, left) steps into a new role this summer as the Girl Scouts Heart of the South Camp Director.

Having grown up a Girl Scout, and spending her summers at our camps, she has been on camp staff for four years - serving two as a counselor and two as the counselor in training director. Ashley is dedicated to giving every camper an outstanding experience, and fostering her love for the outdoors.

Ashley’s “regular” job as the Assistant Music Director for Milam Elementary School lets her sing her favorite campfire songs year round. Graduating from The University of Mississippi with a Bachelors of Music Education, Ashley spends her free time listening to music, reading, hiking and hanging in her hammock.

Laura “Dixie” Boyd(center photo) begins a new phase of her camp career as the Girl Scouts Heart of the South Assistant Camp Director. Laura grew up at camp, completing the Counselor in Training Program and serving as the Waterfront Director and Lifeguard for the past 6 years. In this new role she hopes to combine her love of teaching and camping to help girls discover their love for the great outdoors.

When she is not at camp, Laura is a Professor of Chemistry at The University of Texas at Tyler, which allows her to be creative and use her passion for chemistry to teach her students. Laura holds a Doctorate in Chemistry from The University of Mississippi.

Julie “Chaps” Kirkpatrick(bottom photo) has been our faithful Equestrian Director for Kamp Kiwani for the last 19 years and at Camp Tik-A-Witha for 9 years. She has been and continues to be an integral part of the historical Rancheros program at Kamp Kiwani.

Julie graduated from University of Memphis with a Bachelors in Education. When Julie isn’t working at camp she teaches 4th grade English Language Arts at Ripley Elementary School. Julie has a beautiful daughter Laura, and has been married to her husband for 15 years. Julie loves riding her horses and also loves to watch Laura play softball!

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P M A C R O F Y D A E GET R !

S E T I R O V A F E S E WITH TH

One of the best parts of camp is singing around the campfire with our Girl Scout One of our favorite camp actvities is around thesome campfire, at the end of thewe’re day, singing songs with our Girl Scout friends. Some friends.

Some of our songs are super silly, and are really sweet, and of our songs are super silly, and some are really sweet, and we’re sharing some with you to learn them before you get to camp! sharing some with you so you can learn them before you get to camp!

Sing loud Girl Scout and we’ll see you at the campfire!

Make New Friends

Boom Chicka Boom

Oh A Milkshake

Make new friends, but keep the old.

One is silver, the other is gold.

I said a boom chicka boom, I said a boom chicka boom, I said a boom chicka rocka chicka rocka chicka boom.

Uh- huh, Oh yeah, One more time, A little bit faster (do next verse faster)

Chorus: Oh a milkshake, A sticky sticky waffle, A mozzarella pizza Oh all the plates, All the plates are broken

A circle is round, it has no end.

That’s how long, I want to be your friend.

A fire burns bright, it warms the heart.

We’ve been friends, from the very start.

You have one hand, I have the other.

Put them together, We have each other.

A little bit slower (do next verse slower) A little bit softer (do next verse softer)

Silver is precious, Gold is too.

I am precious, and so are you.

You help me, and I’ll help you and together we will see it through.

The sky is blue. The Earth is green I can help to keep it clean Across the land, across the sea Friends forever, we will always be

Well that was really nothing!

We can do it jumping!

(Repeat chorus while jumping)

A little bit louder (do next verse louder)

Well that was really nothing!

We can do it spinning!

(Repeat chorus while spinning)

Valley girl style (put “like” in front of “a,” and “like” after the “chicka” in the long line)

Well that was really nothing!

We can do it with our tongue out!

(Repeat chorus with tongue out)

Maid style (boom = broom, rocka= mopa.

Pretend to sweep/mop when you say it)

Well that was really nothing!

We can do all three!

(Repeat chours while jumping, spinning, and tongue out)

Underwater style (do it while moving your finger up and down on your lips)

Well that was really something!

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2017 GSHS Council Calendar of Activities, Programs & Events LATE APRIL 2017

MAY 2017

JUNE 2017

Great Getaway at Kamp Kiwani

Me and Mine

Wilderness First Aid Basics

The Great Getaway is a chance for Adult Girl Scouts (18 & older) and Alumnae to "get away from it all."

Fri., Apr. 21, 6:00 PM – Sun., Apr. 23, NOON Location: Kamp Kiwani

Get ready for an awesome girls’ getaway at Kamp Kiwani!

Fri., May 5, 5:00 PM – Sun., May 7, 11:00 AM Location: Kamp Kiwani

Take your First Aid skills to the next level at this Wilderness First Aid weekend!

Fri., June 2, 7:00 PM - Sun., June 4, 2:00 PM Location: Camp Fisherville

Digital Photographer Badge Workshop

World Changers: Costa Rica Sun and Service

Explore the great outdoors as you race to complete your photography scavenger hunt!

Sat., May 06, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Location: Kappa Delta House at Union University

Travel with a purpose to tropical Costa Rica!

Mon., June 19 - Mon., June 26 Location: Costa Rica

Atmosphere and Beyond

2nd Annual One Smart Cookie Luncheon

Trail Riders Giddy up Girl Scouts! Ready for more time in the saddle? Get ready to take your skills out on the trail.

Sat., Apr 29, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Kamp Kiwani

Girl Scouts Space Out Space explorers will enjoy science-based interactive activities.

Sat,. Apr 29, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Location: Pink Palace Museum

Cowgirls Hey there expert Girl Scouts! You passed the 3rd level of our horse program and now you are ready to take those skills and fine tune them.

Sat., Apr 29, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Location: Kamp Kiwani

Learn about the atmosphere and the air around you during this hands-on workshop.

Thu., May 11, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location: Memphis Girl Scout Leadership Center - Possibility Place

A Taste of Camp

Save the date for this inspiring luncheon honoring women who "make it happen" in the Mid-South!

Thu., Aug. 31, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Location: Hilton Memphis

Girl Scouts at Jackson Generals Work on your Athlete Badge while enjoying the ball park!

Sat., May 13, 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM Location: The Ballpark at Jackson

G.I.R.L. Celebration Join GSHS as we celebrate G.I.R.L.s earning Higher Awards, 10-Year Pins, and our 2017 graduating high school seniors!

Sat., Apr. 29, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Location: Hutchison School, Memphis, TN

AUGUST 2017

Volunteer Leadership Summit and Grand Celebration Banquet Please join us for the Girl Scouts Heart of the South Volunteer Leadership Summit and Grand Celebration.

Sat., May 20, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Location: Whispering Woods Hotels and Conference Center

What's summer camp all about? This is your chance to come out and enjoy a day of fun-filled camp adventures!

State of the Council Luncheon Sun., Apr. 30, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Enjoy lunch and exciting council plans, Location: Camp Tik-A-Witha programs and news at the State of the Council Luncheon.

Sat., May 20, 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM Girl Scout Olympics!

Ready, Set, Game On! It’s time for the Girl Location: Whispering Woods Hotel & ConScout Olympics! ference Center Sun., Apr 30, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Location: The Grove, University of Mississippi

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SEPTEMBER 2017 3rd Annual HERo Day Save the date for the 3rd Annual HERo Day with the Memphis Fire Department!

Sat., Sep. 23, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Location: Chester Anderson Fire Training Center

OCTOBER 2017 National Council Session | G.I.R.L. 2017 2017 Girl Scouts of the USA National Convention!

Wed., Oct. 4 - Sun., Oct 8 Location: Columbus, OH

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For more information, visit our website at www.girlscoutshs.org/calendar!

Check back often! We’re adding great new events and adventures for G.I.R.L.s all the time!

Ready for a Trip?

TWO NEW TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES ANNOUNCED! Girls love to travel, and being a Girl Scout gives her the opportunity to explore the world. Girl Scouts Heart of the South offers two unique travel series designed for Girl Scouts.

The Let’s Explore travel series are short, regional trips designed for Girl Scout Juniors to venture out beyond their city. Previous Let’s Explore trips have included Let’s Explore: Rocket City in Huntsville, AL. Through the Girl Scouts Go travel series girls get to visit locations all around the world during weeklong trips that are designed for Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors. Previous Girl Scouts Go trips have included Girl Scouts Go: To the Capitol is Washington, D.C. and Girl Scouts Go: Sun and Service to Costa Rica.

Both Let’s Travel and Girl Scouts Go trips are announced a year or more in advance so girls can save their money, participate in the Girl Scout Cookie Program and host other fundraising activities.

We are excited to announce our 2018 trips! Find out more information online at www.girlscoutshs.org/travel

Let’s Explore: Great Smoky Mountains

Gatlinburg, TN May 31-June 2, 2018 Kick-off your summer with a weekend road trip to the Great Smoky Mountains! This all-inclusive trip gives Girl Scout Juniors the opportunity to explore scenic east Tennessee.

Girls will get to learn about the 520,000 acre Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and take in some of the breathtaking views. This weekend also includes some of the area’s most popular attractions including Dollywood and Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Trip Highlights: • Great Smoky Mountains National Park • Ripley’s Aquariam of the Smokies • Ripley’s Believe It or Not! • Dollywood • Dollywood Splash Country • Downtown Gatlinburg

Girl Scouts Go: Birthplace to Beach

Savannah and Tybee Island, GA June 2018 Girls will get an exciting look into the history of our remarkable founder, and take in the beauty of the Eastern Seaboard in this week-long, all-inclusive trip to Savannah, GA! A tour of Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace will help girls discover the unconventional life of Juliette “Daisy” Low - the first Girl Scout. Girls will get to tour Daisy’s childhood home, play her favorite games, and look closely at how she challenged expectations for women in her day to become a confident leader.

In addition to the birthplace, we’ll explore the beautiful and historic city of Savannah, and head over to Tybee Island to enjoy fun in the sun!

Trip Highlights: • Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace program and tour • Savannah Riverboat Cruise • Tybee Island Dolphin Tour • Tybee Island Marine Center • Tybee Island beach • Oatland Island Wildlife Center

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GIRL SCOUT TRADITION:

SWAPS

“SWAPS” is a clever acronym for “Special Whatchamacallits Affectionately Pinned Somewhere.” SWAPS are small tokens or keepsakes that girls (and adults) trade with other Girl Scouts that serve as a reminder or a memory or special event. They made their first appearance at national Girl Scout Senior Roundups in the 1950s and 1960s.

One of the best things about SWAPS is that girls get to know other Girl Scouts in an easy, comfortable way – plus they are participating in an over 50 year tradition!

Next time you and your troop are attending a camporee or large council event make plans to create some SWAPS to share!

above: GIn 2016, Girl Scout Junior Troop 13039 sold 2,653 boxes of Girl Scout cookies and set a goal of 3,000 for this year. The crushed that record by selling 3,325! Way to go girls! They plan on doing lots of fun outdoor activities, including kayaking down the Wolf River.

above: Girl Scout Brownie Troop 10007 represented the country of France at their Service Unit’s annual World Thinking Day celebration!

above: Girl Scout Cadette Troop 13347 sported plaid skirts for World Thinking Day representing Scotland.

above: Multi-level Girl Scout Troop 13137 celebrated Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with a day of service! Girls served a full meal, including dessert, to hungry guests at New Salem Missionary Baptist Church in Memphis, TN.

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