Girl Scout Program Guide: January-May 2024

Girl Scout Program Guide JANUARY - MAY 2024

Your Year of Adventure

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ONLINE CALENDAR Register for events using our online calendar at bit.ly/3Gf11jG. The Advanced Search tool filters by dates, program level and more!

D Daisies, Grades K-1 B Brownies, Grades 2-3 J Juniors, Grades 4-5

C Cadettes, Grades 6-8 S Seniors, Grades 9-10 A Ambassadors, Grades 11-12

V Volunteers F Families

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CUSTOMER CARE TEAM For any questions regarding Girl Scouting in your local area, programs, retail and more, please contact us at info@girlscoutsp2p.org or 800-672-2148.

We are available to assist Monday- Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Table of Contents Your Year of Changemaking: Volunteer Programs..............................4 Your Year of Exploration: Outdoor Programs for Girls........................8 Your Year of Discovery: STEM Programs for Girls..............................24 Your Year of Learning: Life Skills Programs for Girls.........................26 Your Year of Entrepreneurship: Product Programs for Girls.............30 Your Year of Wonder: Fun and Leadership Programs for Girls.........32

COUNCIL SHOPS Visit us at any of our Girl Scout shops located within our service centers: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

(The Hickory Shop and Office and Gastonia Shop and Office are closed 1 - 2 p.m. for lunch.)

Appointments available every weekday.

Check our online calendar for Saturday shop hours and Pop Up Shops.

Shop online 24/7 at bit.ly/3E7T6Sk.

Request a Pop Up Shop at bit.ly/3XPm1Ue.

UNIFORM HEADQUARTERS Bridging to the next age level of Girl Scouts this spring?

Stop by one of our Girl Scout shops for uniform essentials!

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Your Year of Changemaking Make a difference as a volunteer

Camp License and Camp License Renewal To enjoy a back-to-nature camping experience and/or to camp out at a non-council site, at least one member of your troop needs to complete the Camp License. This course is valuable for volunteers who work with troops and want to help them build independence by learning many useful outdoor skills. The license is valid for five years. To renew your license, take the Camp License Renewal course.

Visit our online calendar to view dates and register.

First Aid/CPR Be prepared to act when emergencies arise with your First Aid and CPR certification. This course includes personalized learning, interactive scenarios and hands-on skill practice.

You will be prepared to provide care when it’s needed most. This course is open to Girl Scout Ambassadors (ages 16 and up) and all registered volunteers. Participants should bring a bag lunch and must be present for the entire course to receive certification. The certification is valid for two years.

Visit our online calendar to view dates and register.

Adult Learning Facilitators Do you have a passion for helping others learn? Join our team of Adult Learning Facilitators (ALFs)! ALFs are volunteers who teach valuable skills to other adult Girl Scouts. We need adults who are experienced leading various program levels and those who love the outdoors.

E-mail info@girlscoutsp2p.org for more information about joining our team.

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VIRTUAL: Camporee Director Training Join us for a virtual training session and learn how to host a camporee for your service unit.

January 11 ⚬ February 8

VIRTUAL: Troop Camping Information Session Does your troop want to get outside and you don’t know where to start? Join us for an information session to learn all about troop camping. We will be here to answer all of your questions.

January 9 ⚬ February 6 ⚬ March 5

Youth Mental Health First Aid Learn how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adolescents ages 12-18. You’ll build the skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to young people who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support. This course is valuable to any adult who regularly works with youth. This certification is valid for three years.

January 29-30 (Virtual) ⚬ March 2 (Gastonia)

Outdoor Adventure Training Weekend Save the date for our first annual Outdoor Adventure Training weekend at Keyauwee Program Center! Take classes and earn certifications needed to camp at our properties and facilitate activities. Course offerings will include Archery Level 1, Low Ropes, Belay, outdoor cooking and camping certifications and more!

April 19-21 (Sophia)

ANNUAL MEETING 2024 Celebrate the accomplishments of our volunteers, network with members, receive important updates and vote on council business on April 13. Annual Meeting is for all girl and adult members.

April 13 (Greensboro)

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ED WHITMIRE SCHOLARSHIP FUND Need help funding your adult learning opportunities? The Ed Whitmire Scholarship Fund enables registered Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont volunteers to attend courses that will benefit the girls they guide. The scholarship provides up to 75% off course fees and registration.

Request your scholarship at bit.ly/3OJhe4B.

EVENT TOOLKITS Enjoy Girl Scout events and traditions in a fun and simple way with our GSCP2P toolkits. Help your troop and service unit experience parades, cookie rallies, World Thinking Day and more with these planning guides.

Learn more at bit.ly/41SVQNG.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS FROM YOUR ENGAGEMENT MANAGERS It is always a good time to invite new friends to join Girl Scouts. We have virtual Sign in and Sign up sessions every Monday at 6:30 p.m. to answer questions and help new members register. Help us spread the word and let people know they can go to www.BeAGirlScout.org/honor to sign up for one of these virtual sessions.

If you would like to invite people to join your troop specifically, we have a customizable flyer you can use! Visit our Forms and Documents page and download the Join Our Troop Customizable Flyer located in the Troop Start Up section.

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GRADE LEVEL PROGRESSION: TIPS AND TIDBITS Written by volunteers, for volunteers, this book is designed to help new leaders navigate the basics of Girl Scouting. Find everything you need to know including tips on planning meetings, an intro to Girl Scout traditions and a glossary of all those funny terms!

Grade Level Progression Tidbits and Tips

Find this guide and more training and planning tools at bit.ly/49ydXx4.

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VOLUNTEER AWARDS Anyone can nominate a volunteer for a Board-Approved Award (national volunteer awards). We encourage parents, girls, volunteers, council staff and community members to submit a nomination recognizing our amazing volunteers! Awards are presented at our Annual Meeting.

Review our awards and submit a nomination by February 1 at bit.ly/3VLRqW0.

VOLUNTEER TOOLKIT This official GSUSA portal is a robust online source for program content and related resources and troop financial management support. Use this digital planning tool to help you set up, customize and track your troop activities and achievements!

Learn more at bit.ly/2KSLZAP.

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Your Year of Exploration Explore the outdoors

VIRTUAL: Teen Outdoor Leadership Program Q&A Session

VIRTUAL: Teen Outdoor Leadership Program Q&A Session

Ski Weekend

Thursday, January 11 6 - 7 p.m.

Thursday, January 25 6 - 7 p.m.

CSA

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Join us for a virtual Q&A session about our Teen Outdoor Leadership Program and CIT program! You will get the opportunity to talk with our Outdoor Experience team and ask all of your burning questions about the program.

Join us for a virtual Q&A session about our Teen Outdoor Leadership Program and CIT program! You will get the opportunity to talk with our Outdoor Experience team and ask all of your burning questions about the program.

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Friday, January 26 Sunday, January 28 6 p.m. - 10 a.m.

Lenoir, NC Spend Friday and Saturday night at Camp Ginger Cascades, which will serve as our chalet for the weekend.

The group will then spend all day Saturday at Appalachian Ski Mountain in Boone.

Enjoy a day on the slopes, including a group ski lesson.

(All skill levels from beginners to experts welcome.)

Camp Winter Wilderness Saturday, February 3 - Sunday, February 4 10 - 11 a.m.

Sophia, NC

DBJCSA Come spend the night at camp and learn all about the wilderness in the winter. This is great for campers who are missing camp or those wanting to try it for the first time.

Riding-Instructor-In-Training Orientation Sunday, February 10 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sophia, NC

CSA The Riding-Instructor-In-Training (RIIT) program is a leadership and horsemanship development opportunity. This is one of two volunteer orientations offered during the year. There will be two learning tracks throughout the day- one for new RIITs and one for returning RIITs. New RIITs will learn how to care for the Circle C horses, how to prepare for horse programs and how to assist during those programs. Returning RIITs will be working on more advanced skills. This is not a riding program and all training will be with horses and unmounted. Training materials will be provided.

Horseback Archery 3 - The Partnership Saturday, February 17 1 - 4 p.m.

Sophia, NC

CSA Let’s put it all together! Take your knowledge from Horseback Archery 1 and 2 and try it out in the saddle on one of our wonderful program horses.

Everyone will get the opportunity to review, practice and then ride a final course that you’ve designed and set up. Scores will be tallied, prizes will be awarded and legends will be born.

School's Out Camp - Presidents Day Monday, February 19 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sophia, NC

DBJ Is your school closed?

Come spend the day at camp! Get into the camp spirit with crafts, activities and camp songs. This is great for campers who are missing camp or those wanting to try it for the first time.

Horseback Archery 3 - The Partnership Saturday, February 24 1 - 4 p.m.

Sophia, NC

CSA Let’s put it all together!

Take your knowledge from Horseback Archery 1 and 2 and try it out in the saddle on one of our wonderful program horses.

Everyone will get the opportunity to review, practice and then ride a final course that you’ve designed and set up.

Scores will be tallied, prizes will be awarded and legends will be born.

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Horseback Archery Me and My P.A.L. 1 - The Archer in the Outdoors

Sleep with the Sharks

Saturday, March 2 9 a.m. - Noon Sophia, NC

Saturday, March 2 Sunday, March 3 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Sophia, NC

Friday, March 1 Sunday, March 3 6 p.m. - Noon Lenoir, NC

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CSA

You and your P.A.L (Parent, Adult or Legal Guardian) are invited to camp for the weekend!

Learn how to make a campfire meal and dessert, try camp activities and enjoy the great outdoors! This is a great event for those looking to try camp for the first time.

Join us for the ultimate sleepover at Ripley’s Aquarium in Gatlinburg, TN – featuring SHARKS! Participants will spend Friday night at Camp Ginger Cascades and then travel to Gatlinburg on Saturday and explore the aquarium. We will have a fun-filled night, including a scavenger hunt and a behind-the-scenes tour and then drift off to sleep while the sharks keep a watchful eye on us under the Shark Tunnel!

CSA This un-mounted session is a prerequisite for Horseback Archery 2 and 3. Learn about horseback archery equipment, range set up, safety rules, loading technique and shot process required for horseback archery.

Troop Horseback Riding Saturday, March 2 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Sophia, NC

DBJCSA Sign up your Girl Scout troop for a horseback riding program where their time will be split between riding and unmounted badge themed activities. Select the best program for your troop, and each girl will receive a badge or patch.

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Troop Horseback Riding Saturday, March 9

JCSA 9 a.m. - Noon

DBJCSA 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Sophia, NC Sign up your Girl Scout troop for a horseback riding program where their time will be split between riding and unmounted badge themed activities. Select the best program for your troop, and each girl will receive a badge or patch.

Me and My P.A.L. in the Outdoors

Troop Horseback Riding

Spring Break Day Camp

Saturday, March 9 Sunday, March 10 10 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Lenoir, NC

Saturday, March 16

Monday, March 25 Friday, March 29 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sophia, NC

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JCSA 9 a.m. - Noon

DBJCSA

1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

You and your P.A.L Sophia, NC (Parent, Adult or Legal Sign up your Girl Scout Guardian) are invited to troop for a horseback camp for the weekend! riding program where We will do archery, go their time will be split boating and climbing, between riding and unmake s’mores by the mounted badge themed campfire and much activities. Select the best more! This program is program for your troop, great for kids and adults and each girl will receive that love camping and a badge or patch. being outdoors!

Sunday Funday

Troop Horseback Riding

Sunday, March 10

Saturday, March 23

DB 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

JCSA 1:30 - 4 p.m.

Sophia, NC Join us for an afternoon of camp activities and fun! Enjoy boating, archery, crafts and the adventure areas of Keyauwee Program Center.

JCSA 9 a.m. - Noon

DBJCSA 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Sophia, NC Sign up your Girl Scout troop for a horseback riding program where their time will be split between riding and unmounted badge themed activities. Select the best program for your troop, and each girl will receive a badge or patch.

DBJC Enjoy your spring break at Keyauwee Spirit Week! Celebrate a new theme every day, enjoy classic camp fun and make new friends.

Spring Break Horse Day Camp Monday, March 25 Friday, March 29 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Sophia, NC

BJ Join us for spring break at the barn! Sign up for one to five days of horseback riding and themed activities.

Each day there will be a riding lesson, horsemanship practice and then an activity that places horses into a larger world view. Sign up for individual days or the entire week at a discounted price!

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RIIT Spring Break Day Camp Monday, March 25 Friday, March 29 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Sophia, NC

CSA Lead as a RidingInstructor-In-Training (RIIT) Barn Assistant!

Teach others about horse grooming, leading, riding and more. You will get to ride every day and broaden your knowledge of horses. This program is for active RIITs only who are in good standing. Sign up for individual days or the entire week at a discounted price!

Spring Break Horse Day Camp Monday, April 1 Friday, April 5 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Sophia, NC

BJ Join us for spring break at the barn! Sign up for one to five days of horseback riding and themed activities. Each day there will be a riding lesson, horsemanship practice and then an activity that places horses into a larger world view.

Sign up for individual days or the entire week at a discounted price!

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RIIT Spring Break Day Camp Monday, April 1 - Friday, April 5.

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Sophia, NC

CSA Lead as a Riding-Instructor-In-Training (RIIT) Barn Assistant! Teach others about horse grooming, leading, riding and more. You will get to ride every day and broaden your knowledge of horses. This program is for active RIITs only who are in good standing. Sign up for individual days or the entire week at a discounted price!

Total Eclipse of Brevard Friday, April 5 - Sunday, April 7 7 p.m. - 10 a.m.

Brevard, NC

DBJCSAVF Join us for an out-of-this-world weekend at Camp Pisgah and the Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute (PARI) as we get ready to celebrate the April 2024 eclipse! Our action-packed schedule will include a full day of activities at a retired NASA facility, stargazing, campfires with songs and s’mores and- the most exciting part- an interactive, live Q&A with retired NASA astronaut, Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger traveling straight from Seattle to spend the day with GSCP2P! Troops will stay at Camp Pisgah on Friday and Saturday night and ride on our shuttle to PARI for a full day of fun on Saturday. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be provided on Saturday, as well as breakfast on Sunday.

Unable to spend the entire weekend with us, but really want to participate in the discussion with Dottie? Girl Scouts can join us for a Q&A + Dinner only option at PARI OR a Zoom virtual option.

Horseback Archery Troop Horseback 2 - The Horse Riding Saturday, April 6 9 a.m. - Noon Sophia, NC

Saturday, April 27

CSA

DBJCSA

JCSA 9 a.m. - Noon

This is an un-mounted 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. program and is a Sophia, NC prerequisite for Sign up your Girl Scout Horseback Archery 3. troop for a horseback Take what you've learned riding program where from Horseback Archery their time will be split 1 and expand on it, between riding and unfocusing on including the mounted badge themed horse. Participants will activities. Select the be mounted on a variety best program for your of horse alternatives troop, and each girl designed to give the rider will receive a badge or the feel of what it will patch. be like to shoot from the horse's back, as well as Camp Work Day learn how to handle the (KPC) bow and arrows while Saturday, May 4 mounted.

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Sophia, NC

Troop Horseback Riding Saturday, April 6 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Sophia, NC

DBJCSA Sign up your Girl Scout troop for a horseback riding program where their time will be split between riding and unmounted badge themed activities. Select the best program for your troop, and each girl will receive a badge or patch.

DBJCSAVF Calling all camp lovers!

Help us get ready for summer and have lunch on us. Spend the day doing work projects around camp while enjoying time with fellow camp friends.

Horseback Archery 3 - The Partnership Saturday, May 4 9 a.m. - Noon Sophia, NC

CSA Let’s put it all together!

Take your knowledge from Horseback Archery 1 and 2 and try it out in the saddle on one of our wonderful program horses.

Everyone will get the opportunity to review, practice and then ride a final course that you’ve designed and set up.

Scores will be tallied, prizes will be awarded and legends will be born.

Troop Horseback Riding Saturday, May 4 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Sophia, NC

DBJCSA Sign up your Girl Scout troop for a horseback riding program where their time will be split between riding and unmounted badge themed activities. Select the best program for your troop, and each girl will receive a badge or patch.

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Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey Weekend Saturday, May 4 Sunday, May 5 10 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Lenoir, NC

JC Start your Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey by learning about and practicing the skills that citizen scientists use while contributing to scientific research. Girls will start by exercising their observation skills and learning about the scientific method hands-on.

Then, the group will put those skills to the test by completing a citizen science project called the EarthEcho Water Challenge that measures local water quality. By the end of the day, everyone will have completed all steps in the Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey other than their Take Action project.

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Troop Horseback Riding Saturday, May 11 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Sophia, NC

DBJCSA Sign up your Girl Scout troop for a horseback riding program where their time will be split between riding and unmounted badge themed activities. Select the best program for your troop, and each girl will receive a badge or patch.

Camp Pisgah Camp Open House and Family Fun Day Saturday, May 11 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Brevard, NC

DBJCSAVF

Camp Work Day (CGC)

Bring the whole family to camp for a day of fun, including traditional camp activities like boating, archery, slingshots, the climbing wall and arts and crafts!

Great for families looking for a day of fun in the outdoors and those that want to see camp before sending their camper for the summer.

Saturday, May 11 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Lenoir, NC

Camp Work Day (Camp Pisgah)

DBJCSAVF Calling all camp lovers!

Help us get ready for summer and have lunch on us. Spend the day doing work projects around camp while enjoying time with fellow camp friends.

Saturday, May 18 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Brevard, NC

DBJCSAVF Calling all camp lovers!

Help us get ready for summer and have lunch on us. Spend the day doing work projects around camp while enjoying time with fellow camp friends.

Camp Ginger Cascades Camp Open House and Family Fun Day

Keyauwee Program Center Camp Open House and Family Fun Day

Saturday, May 18 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Lenoir, NC

Saturday, June 8 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sophia, NC

DBJCSAVF

DBJCSAVF

Bring the whole family to camp for a day of fun, including traditional camp activities like boating, archery, slingshots, the climbing wall and arts and crafts!

Great for families looking for a day of fun in the outdoors and those that want to see camp before sending their camper for the summer.

Bring the whole family to camp for a day of fun, including traditional camp activities like boating, archery, slingshots, the climbing wall and arts and crafts!

Great for families looking for a day of fun in the outdoors and those that want to see camp before sending their camper for the summer.

RENT CAMPING GEAR FROM YOUR LOCAL SERVICE CENTER OR CAMP We are now offering camping gear rentals for your next outdoor adventure.

Save troop funds by renting necessary items from the council!

Complete and submit the form one month before the date needed. Rentals are good for one week from the pickup date.

Please contact info@girlscoutsp2p.org for more information.

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SUMMER CAMP VIRTUAL: Parent and Camper Q&A Sessions January 18, February 22, March 14, March 25 & May 16

DBJCSAVF Join us from 6 - 7 p.m. as we discuss your summer camp questions.

Registration opened November 27, 2023!

Save with the Early Bird Discount Save $50 on any full-week overnight camp program when you register by January 31. CITs will receive a $50 Early Bird discount if they apply to the Teen Outdoor Leadership Program by January 31.

Summer Camp 2024 Financial Aid Available Don’t let finances keep your girl from attending summer camp! Once you register for a program and pay the $50 non-refundable deposit, you will have access to our online financial aid application. If you do not receive the link, please contact us at 800-672-2148 or info@girlscoutsp2p.org. Receiving financial aid is confidential. Our camp staff do not know who receives financial assistance.

Did you earn Cookie Dough by participating in the Girl Scout Cookie Program?

After you register for a camp program, send in your request to redeem Cookie Dough to info@girlscoutsp2p.org. You can also use Cookie Dough at our Trading Posts during your stay!

JOIN OUR TEAM - WORK AT SUMMER CAMP! Join our team and make camp magic with us! Housing and food are covered, which means more of your paycheck stays in your pocket.

Check out our available positions and apply at bit.ly/3BeEDCe.

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OUTDOOR OVERNIGHT PROGRAMS Keyauwee Program Center, Sophia Saturday, February 3 - Sunday, February 4: Camp Winter Wilderness

Camp Ginger Cascades, Lenoir Friday, January 26 - Sunday, January 28: Ski Weekend Saturday, March 2 - Sunday, March 3: Sleep with the Sharks Saturday, May 4 - Sunday, May 5: Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey Weekend

FAMILY CAMP EXPERIENCES Keyauwee Program Center, Sophia Saturday, March 2 - Sunday, March 3: Me and My P.A.L. in the Outdoors Sunday, March 10: Sunday Funday Saturday, May 4: Camp Work Day Saturday, June 8: Open House and Family Fun Day

Camp Ginger Cascades, Lenoir Saturday, March 9 - Sunday, March 10: Me and My P.A.L. in the Outdoors Saturday, May 11: Camp Work Day Saturday, May 18: Open House and Family Fun Day

Camp Pisgah, Brevard Friday, April 5 - Sunday, April 7: Total Eclipse of Brevard Saturday, May 11: Open House and Family Fun Day Saturday, May 18: Camp Work Day

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Troop Camping Bring your troop to our camp properties! Submit a request up to six months in advance of the date. To begin the request process, e-mail info@girlscoutsp2p. org with your desired date and camp unit. If you have any questions or need help making a reservation, contact a member of our Customer Care Team at 800-672-2148 or info@girlscoutsp2p.org.

Certifications/Trainings Before a troop can stay overnight on camp property in a self-contained facility (lodge style, everyone in the same building), someone in the troop must complete the Overnight and Activity License found online in gsLearn.

In order to build a fire and cook marshmallows or a meal, a Cook Out License is required. Earn it by first holding an Overnight and Activity License and then attending the Fire Building and Outdoor Cooking courses.

Troops planning to pitch and sleep in tents OR to camp at a non-council facility will need a Camp License. Requirements are that you hold the Overnight and Activity License, the Cook Out License and complete the Tenting skills course.

Register for a training on our online calendar.

For questions, e-mail info@girlscoutsp2p.org.

Troop Camping Guide A resource to assist troops in preparing for outdoor experiences at our camps and beyond.

VIRTUAL: Troop Camping Information Session Tuesday, January 9 OR Tuesday, February 6 OR Tuesday, March 5 6 - 7 p.m.

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View our Troop Camping Guide for more information on camp activities, amenities and troop camping procedures at bit.ly/42BuVa7.

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Does your troop want to get outside and you don’t know where to start? Join us for this information session all about troop camping.

We will be here to answer all of your questions.

Service Unit Camporees What is a Service Unit Camporee? A camporee is defined as a camping experience hosted by a service unit that includes multiple troops from within the service unit. The event needs to be a minimum of 24 consecutive hours.

A camporee is planned and carried out by a community of Girl Scouts- troops and adult volunteers- during which a minimum of two, all-camp activities are offered to bring together the service unit community. Activities might include earning a patch or badge verifying that the girls improved skills in a certain area, playing a variety of games, having a traditional campfire with skits and s’mores or doing a community service project!

Why have a Service Unit Camporee? Because it’s super fun! A Service Unit Camporee is a great way to get to know other troops, girls and volunteers from a given geographic area and help girls feel more connected to Girl Scouts of all ages beyond their individual troops.

Service units may submit a request through the online submission form at bit.ly/47XOmMl. Fall camporee dates must be submitted by the second Friday of March and spring camporee dates must be submitted by the last Friday of October.

VIRTUAL: Camporee Director Training Thursday, January 11 OR Friday, February 9 6 - 7 p.m.

V Join us for a virtual training session and learn how to host a camporee for your service unit.

View our Camporee Guide for more information on camp activities, amenities and reservation procedures at bit.ly/42BuVa7.

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Troop Camping Program Boxes Are you coming to camp and looking for additional program activities to do with your troop? These boxes make great add-ons to your troop camping reservations!

When you get to camp, you will get a box with a lesson plan and all the supplies you need to complete the badge. Have a badge or Journey you would like to do with your troop and don’t see it below? Contact info@girlscoutsp2p.org and one of our Experience Managers will work with you on getting the Troop Camping Program Box you want.

Reserve a box by e-mailing info@girlscoutsp2p.org.

Troop Fine Arts Boxes

Bee Smart Box

Explore the world of art, create an original masterpiece and earn badges!

Cost: $75 per lesson (up to 12 participants) Badges: Daisy Outdoor Art Maker, Brownie Outdoor Art Creator, Junior Outdoor Art Explorer, Cadette Comic Artist, Cadette Outdoor Art Apprentice, Senior Outdoor Art Expert, Senior Collage Artist, Ambassador Outdoor Art Master, Ambassador Photographer

Thanks to pollinators like bees, we have a variety of fruits, vegetables, flowers and plants. Without them, our plates and gardens would be dull and boring. Find out about bees and why they’re so great!

Cost: $75 per lesson (up to 12 participants) Badges: Daisy Eco Learner, Brownie Bugs, Junior Flowers, Cadette Trees, Senior Eco Explorer, Ambassador Eco Advocate

Batty for Bats Box

The Pisgah Challenge Box

Did you know that a huge bat colony calls North Carolina home? Come out to camp and learn all about our nocturnal friends. Go home with a bat house that you make yourself.

Cost: $100 per lesson (up to 12 participants) Badges: Daisy Eco Learner, Brownie Eco Friend, Junior Animal Habitats, Cadette Animal Helpers, Senior Eco Explorer, Ambassador Eco Advocate

Does your troop have the courage, strength and grit to complete the legendary Pisgah Challenge? Come ready to run a race, solve a puzzle, overcome obstacles and beat the clock in this thrilling Olympian test of teamwork!

Cost: $75 per lesson (up to 12 participants) Badges: Daisy Petals, Brownie Fair Play, Junior Practice with Purpose, Cadette Field Day, Senior Cross Training, Ambassador Coaching

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Wet and Wild Waterways Box

Math in Nature Box

Don’t go chasing waterfalls! Dive into the wonderful world of water with us. In this program, you'll creek stomp, collect specimens, go fishing, study ecosystems and celebrate the importance of our wild waterways.

Cost: $75 per lesson (up to 12 participants) Badges: Daisy Eco Learner, Brownie WOW Journey (excluding Take Action Project), Junior Animal Habitats, Cadette Eco Trekker, Senior Eco Explorer, Ambassador Water

These badges live in the intersection of science and math, helping girls discover patterns and shapes in nature, explore symmetry, tessellation and learn how to use math for data collection and measurements. The activities may seem simple, but they’re building their STEM skills and growing their confidence with each activity. What a fun and active way to explore math!

Cost: $75 per lesson (up to 12 participants) Badges: Daisy Shapes in Nature, Daisy Numbers in Nature, Daisy Design with Nature, Brownie Shapes in Nature, Brownie Numbers in Nature, Brownie Design with Nature, Junior Shapes in Nature, Junior Numbers in Nature, Junior Design with Nature

CELEBRATE #CAMPPISGAHMAGIC Thank you for supporting our ongoing Pisgah Forever Campaign.

Phase 1 of the enhancements is complete and the Pisgah Troop House is available for troop rentals.

Check out photos, reserve your weekend and learn more about the Pisgah Forever Campaign at bit.ly/49HEYyb.

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Love horses? Come to Circle C Equestrian Center!

Circle C Equestrian Center is located inside Keyauwee Program Center in Sophia, NC.

Troop Horseback Riding Program Sign up your Girl Scout troop for a horseback riding program where their time will be split between riding and un-mounted badge themed activities. Select the best program for your troop, and each girl will receive a badge or patch.

Please note: This is a girl-only program, and we do not have Troop Riding opportunities for adults.

Daisy/Brownie Troops: My Little Pony, Better Together, Make Your Mark, Brownie Pets Junior Troops: Horseback Riding, Animal Habitats Cadette Troops: STEM Career Exploration, Animal Helpers Senior Troops: Voice for Animal Ambassador Troops: Outdoor Art Master Multi-level Troops: Resilient. Ready. Strong.

Join us for a Saturday at the barn!

March 2, March 9, March 16, March 23, April 6, April 27, May 4, May 11

Horseback Archery Patch Program Circle C Equestrian Center is excited to introduce GSCP2P to a new three-part Horseback Archery patch series! Horseback archery is an ancient martial skill that is rapidly increasing in popularity in today’s modern world. This sport combines riding, with archery, with the goal of shooting quickly and accurately as the horse travels past the targets.

The Circle C Horseback Archery patch program is designed to introduce participants to horseback archery through a progressive skill building unmounted practice and safety training that will then culminate in a final mounted session and friendly competition. Earn a piece of this three-part patch after each workshop. This program is appropriate for beginner archers and/or riders.

We would encourage participants who have never ridden before to take an introductory riding lesson prior to participating in the final Horseback Archery 3 session.

Horseback Archery 1: The Archer: Saturday, March 2 Horseback Archery 2: The Horse: Saturday, April 6 Horseback Archery 3: The Partnership: Saturday, February 17, Saturday, February 24 OR Saturday, May 4 22

Weekly Lesson Programs For the Girl Scouts serious about developing their skills as a rider, Circle C has a weekly lesson program that runs September-December and February-May. Students will be placed into small group lessons with similarly skilled riders, and lessons will include getting the horse ready to ride and taking care of the horse after the lesson. Circle C has three experienced Riding Instructors, a variety of program horses for each skill level, an indoor arena and trails.

Riders will need to be at least seven years old to start weekly lessons. Space for adults is limited to appropriate horses and time availability.

For more information and scheduling, please e-mail circlec@girlscoutsp2p.org.

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BECOME A HORSE BUDDY Support our equestrian program through Adopt Our Herd! Your donation helps provide food and essential supplies and gear for our horses. Receive a special patch, adoption certificate and fact sheet.

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Become a horse buddy when you adopt our herd at bit.ly/3hApm9c.

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Your Year of Discovery Make discoveries through STEM

w Total Eclipse of Brevard Friday, April 5 - Sunday, April 7 7 p.m. - 10 a.m.

Brevard, NC

DBJCSAVF Join us for an out-of-this-world weekend at Camp Pisgah and the Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute (PARI) as we get ready to celebrate the April 2024 eclipse! Our action-packed schedule will include a full day of activities at a retired NASA facility, stargazing, campfires with songs and s’mores and- the most exciting part- an interactive, live Q&A with retired NASA astronaut, Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger traveling straight from Seattle to spend the day with GSCP2P! Troops will stay at Camp Pisgah on Friday and Saturday night and ride on our shuttle to PARI for a full day of fun on Saturday. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be provided on Saturday, as well as breakfast on Sunday.

Unable to spend the entire weekend with us, but really want to participate in the discussion with Dottie? Girl Scouts can join us for a Q&A + Dinner only option at PARI OR a Zoom virtual option.

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GSCP2P is so excited for Dottie to join us in-person during the Total Eclipse of Brevard event in April 2024!

BECOME A MAD SCIENTIST IN THE KITCHEN Join us for one of two hands-on cooking workshops where you can experiment and make tasty creations to share. Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies and Juniors will try new foods and learn to prepare healthy snacks. Girl Scout Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors will work with a professional chef to cook a meal they can recreate at home for friends and family.

Healthy Snacks

Culinary U Triad

Monday, April 1 2 - 4 p.m.

Gastonia, NC

Saturday, May 18 10 a.m. - Noon, 1 - 3 p.m. or 4 - 6 p.m.

Greensboro, NC

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MEET DOTTIE METCALF-LINDENBURGER Girl Scout alum Dorothy (Dottie) Metcalf-Lindenburger has always had an interest in science. In high school, she was a Science Olympiad team member.

At Whitman College, she earned a B.A. in Geology, before getting a teaching certificate and going on to teach earth science and astronomy at the high school level in Vancouver, WA. It was in 2004 that her career as an astronaut began after being selected by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to join the Astronaut Corps. After several years of training, she flew as a mission specialist on STS131, an International Space Station (ISS) resupply mission. Dottie served as Mission Specialist 2 (also known as the flight engineer), a robotic arm operator, the Intra-vehicular crew member (the inside coordinator of the spacewalks) and a transfer crew member (helping move six tons of hardware and equipment). The mission lasted 15 days.

In 2012, Dottie commanded the NASA Extreme Environment Mission Operation (NEEMO) in the Aquarius Reef Habitat off the Florida coast. The 16th underwater mission sought to develop techniques for working at an asteroid, while operating under a 100-second time delay.

Dottie retired from the Astronaut Corps in 2014, after 10 years of service.

Since then, she has earned her M.S. in Applied Geology from the University of Washington. She currently consults and instructs at the University of Washington- Bothell and continues to promote all things STEAM through educational programs and with her service as a board member for The Museum of Flight and Challenger Center.

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Your Year of Learning Find new interests through life skills

VIRTUAL: #HATNOTHATE: Stitch for Kindness Destinations Saturday, January 13 Showcase

#HATNOTHATE Valentine's Party Saturday, February 17

2 - 4 p.m.

Hickory, NC

Sunday, February 4 2 - 4 p.m.

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Make handmade blue hats to spread kindness through our partnership with #HATNOTHATE. Learn how to knit, crochet or loom blue hats to distribute to your community.

Discover the adventure and wonder of travel!

Hear from girls who have participated in both local and farflung Destinations trips, learn about the travel opportunities available to you as a Girl Scout and get inside tips on how to fund your travels. It’s time to discover where in the world Girl Scouts can take you next!

1:30 - 4 p.m.

Sophia, NC Join us for a time of sisterhood and love. We will be making hats for #HATNOTHATE along with creating Valentine's cards, playing games and enjoying some snacks and candy. Great for girls interested in getting crafty and creative while spreading kindness in our community.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Friday, February 2 Sunday, February 4 Greensboro, NC

DBJCSAVF Attend The Greatest Show On Earth at a discounted Girl Scout rate!

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9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Babysitter Boss Saturday, February 17 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Lenoir, NC

Healthy View, Healthy YOU

VIRTUAL: My Promise, My Faith

Monday, March 4

Saturday, March 16

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9 a.m. - Noon

9 - 10:30 a.m.

Earn your babysitter certification along with your Babysitter badge. This program is great for Girl Scouts looking to expand on their knowledge and gain experience in babysitting and childcare. Get that certification before summer break!

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1 - 4 p.m.

Statesville, NC Healthy View, Healthy YOU is a partnership with our friends at Healthy Blue NC. Join us in learning to be resilient, ready and strong!

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

World Thinking Day: Poverty Simulation

Friday, March 8 Saturday, March 9 5:30 p.m. - 9 a.m.

Winston-Salem, NC

Sunday, February 18 3 - 5 p.m.

Winston-Salem, NC

SA Explore the 2024 World Thinking Day theme, “Our World, Our Thriving Future: The Environment and Global Poverty” though a guided poverty simulation.

This interactive experience will shed light on the harsh realities of poverty and help us discuss how communities can address the problem.

Kaleideum Lock-In

DBJ Visit the brand new Kaledieum location with a sleepover! Play in the museum, work on badges and get a Kaleideum patch.

J 1 - 3 p.m.

CSA 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Girl Scouts and your faith have a lot in common! Join us to experience a faith journey through the Girl Scout Law! All beliefs are welcome.

Program Aide Training Saturday, March 23 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sophia, NC

C This training is required to complete the Program Aide Award and involves learning to work with children and modifying activities for special needs and situations. You will put your new skills to the test with handson activities that will prepare you for real life situations working with younger girls at a troop, day camp, council and service unit event.

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The Forge: Craft and Tinker Event Saturday, April 20 TBD Greensboro, NC

DBJCSA You will have the chance to use different tools and materials, make a craft and brainstorm ways to make it even better.

Girl Scout Collector’s Show Saturday, May 18 TBD

DBJCSAVF Save the date for the annual Girl Scout Collector’s Show! Once a year, the Archives Committee puts together a collector's show that brings vendors from other states. Troops and the public are invited to attend. It is a great way to see lots of historical memorabilia and girl programming and activities are planned around the show. More information to come soon!

PROGRAM CHECK OUT BOXES Looking for resources for your next meeting, event, training or day camp? Look no further! Program Check Out Boxes are available at each service center and include supplies and an activity guide.

Reserve your box at bit.ly/3oOIpAz.

Ozobots Do an obstacle course with your robot friend, have it spin in circles or walk backwards! Get an introduction to robots and speaking their language (code) with our Ozobots.

STEM (Stream Mapping It, Observing Pollinators, Light in the Night Sky) You are on your way to becoming a citizen scientist by doing REAL science in need of YOUR help! Girl Scouts of the USA and SciStarter worked together to create this interactive journey where girls participate in real science! Girl Scouts collect and share data that is used by scientists in their research to answer important questions.

#HATNOTHATE Learn how to knit, crochet or loom blue homemade hats to distribute to your community. The color blue represents awareness, peace and solidarity in who we are.

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GIRL SCOUT WEEK March 10-16 is Girl Scout Week. Celebrate our 112th birthday on Tuesday, March 12 or all week long with our spirit days.

Join us for a virtual Birthday Celebration on Tuesday, March 12! We have some fun and games planned, along with an exciting announcement you don’t want to miss!

GSCP2P is having our 2nd Annual Virtual Birthday Bash Scavenger Hunt to celebrate Girl Scout Week! During the week of March 10-16, gather your day pack and your team and head off for an adventure! The scavenger hunt will have you exploring and capturing moments within your own community while giving you some fun challenges along the way. Stay tuned for more details!

GIRL SCOUTS CELEBRATE FAITH Girl Scout Week is a time when we shout our Girl Scout pride from the rooftops! It’s also a time when many troops celebrate the connections between Girl Scouting and their faith, learn more about other faiths and thank faith partners for their support throughout the year. Whether you participate in a worship service, plan an activity before or after the service or organize a service project, your girls can honor those meaningful connections in lots of ways!

Check out the Girl Scouts Celebrate Faith Toolkit to help you plan, promote and carry out your event with your faith partner at bit.ly/3AZm7Pq.

SPRING RENEWAL Renew your Girl Scout membership in April and May to get some great bonuses (plus another year of Girl Scout fun, friendships and adventures). Stay tuned for more details!

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Your Year of Entrepreneurship Set goals and navigate the world of business

Girl Scout Cookie Program Participate in one of the most iconic aspects of Girl Scouting, earn rewards and raise money for your next Girl Scout adventure. The program is directed toward friends, family and the general public. Cookies can be sold door-todoor, at booths and via the Internet using our secure online program.

Learn more at bit.ly/3R7gHdy.

IMPORTANT DATES

January 19: Cookie booth sales begin.

December 14: Cookie Dough earned from the 2023 cookie program expires. March 3: Cookie program ends. Last day for online sales. Remaining money December 19: Cookie program begins. for all cookies received is due to your troop.

Girls can begin taking orders both online and on their paper order cards.

January 10-13: Pick up your initial supply of cookies. Ask your Troop Cookie Manager for date, time and location.

January 13-21: Walk-About Week

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June 8: Girls Empowering Opportunity (G.E.O.) event at Wet ’n Wild Emerald Pointe

Participating in the Girl Scout Cookie Program helps girls learn five essential skills: goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills and business ethics.

Take your skills to the next level by participating in these activities: Think “Out of the Ordinary!” for Success Challenge Cookie Tycoon Program Sisters Working Together Learn how to earn these patches and discover more sweet rewards, like scholarships and admission tickets to various attractions, in the Girl Scout Cookie Connection newsletter at bit.ly/3R7gHdy.

FUNDING ADVENTURES Every year, you can earn Nut Bucks when you participate in the Fall Product Program and Cookie Dough (or Daisy Dollars if you are an independently registered Juliette Girl Scout) when you participate in the Girl Scout Cookie Program.

These credits can be used on purchases at any of the GSCP2P's shops or camp trading posts, for admission to council events, for summer camp fees and even used to help you travel through council-sponsored pathway trips, GSUSA-sponsored Destinations or GSUSA-sponsored getaways.

COOKIE ENTREPRENEUR FAMILY PINS Make Girl Scout Cookie season a family affair! Earning Cookie Entrepreneur Family pins makes spending time with family easy, fun and even sweeter.

Start your collection and download the activity sheets for each age level at bit.ly/41wesmh.

$5 OFF COOKIE SHIPPING CHARGES February 2-4 & February 16-18 Valid for a minimum eight package purchase.

Your Year of Wonder Find more Girl Scout fun

CELEBRATE CULTURAL RICHNESS We’re stronger together. By acknowledging the diversity, heritage and contributions of our multicultural communities, Girl Scouts can find new ways to make the world a better place for everyone.

Girl Scouts of all levels, your friends and your leaders have plenty of activities to choose from to earn each segment of this fun patch.

Visit our blog for more details.

BADGE EXPLORER TOOL In addition to our workshops and events, you can earn badges on your own or with your troop! The Badge Explorer tool will help you find details on every badge a Girl Scout can earn!

Badges and awards are worn on the front of the sash or vest.

Get started and fill up your uniform at bit.ly/3hsJzO3.

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Patch of the Month The GSCP2P Monthly Patch Program is for troops and girls who are interested in additional activities. A new patch program is offered each month for girls to explore a new topic with little preplanning needed from leaders. Use the patch program as a meeting filler, a pre-meeting activity for the month or an at-home project. Patches earned through a patch program are to be worn on the back of the sash or vest.

Learn more and start earning your next patch at bit.ly/411OEOA.

January

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Business Cents

Norfolk Southern

FARE Food Allergy Awareness

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Outdoor Skills

Healthy View, Healthy YOU

Join us March 12 for an exciting announcement!

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COMMUNITY PARTNERS Our Community Partners offer unique opportunities for Girl Scouts to enhance their Girl Scout Leadership Experience! Our directory makes it easy for volunteers to search our partners by program area, geographic location and age level, so that you can connect with these businesses and organizations to schedule a program on demand for your troop. Whenever you’re at a Community Partner activity, remember to wear your Girl Scout vest or sash.

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Healthy View, Healthy YOU Healthy View, Healthy YOU is a partnership with our friends at Healthy Blue and is all about teaching girls to be resilient, ready and strong. We want girls to reach their highest potential and be able to lift themselves and others up. The purpose of this program is to help girls understand their feelings, how to get help when they need it and how to be a support for other girls.

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Attend our program on Monday, March 4 (Statesville) Earn the patch individually or with your troop by completing the activities at bit.ly/411OEOA.

This program was generously funded by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina’s (Blue Cross NC’s) Healthy Blue Medicaid plan. Blue Cross NC advocates a community approach to health education and outreach activities and has a proven record of collaborating with community and faith-based organizations, advocacy groups and other community resources. Their health education and outreach approach emphasize healthy behaviors, preventive care and wellness.

Thanks to the support of Blue Cross NC’s Healthy Blue plan, GSCP2P is working toward the larger goals of destigmatizing mental illness, normalizing conversations around mental health and delivering inclusive workshops for Girl Scouts of all backgrounds.

WANT A DEEPER DIVE INTO MENTAL WELLNESS? Designed for Girl Scout Juniors and older, GSUSA’s new mental wellness patches help girls learn about self-care, build healthy habits, safely explore their feelings and seek support and resources in a safe and intimate setting. Along the way, they learn what mental health is, how to combat stigma and how to take care of their own mental wellness as they navigate today's complex and challenging world.

Learn more and find the activities at bit.ly/3sCFeho.

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Girl Awards When Girl Scouts take the lead, they change the world. The Girl Scout Gold Award, Silver Award and Bronze Award prove you’ve got what it takes to build a better today – and tomorrow. Each award will challenge you and help you take action in a big way. Nothing beats that feeling of seeing real, lasting and sustainable change and knowing it was you who made it happen. It changes the way you see your place in the world – and how the world sees you.

Get inspiration from our Highest Awards Yearbook and find our Highest Award resources at bit.ly/3WW6SjJ.

GIRL AWARDS CEREMONIES Join us in honoring our Girl Scouts who have achieved their highest awards and national recognitions. We will recognize our Bronze, Silver and Gold Award Girl Scouts and celebrate their accomplishments in making the world a better place.

May 18 (Little Switzerland) ⚬ May 19 (Winston-Salem)

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Girl Scout Bronze Award The Girl Scout Bronze Award is the highest honor a Girl Scout Junior can achieve. When you pursue the Girl Scout Bronze Award, you represent what Girl Scouts can achieve in their communities. And, of course, you want to do that in a way that’s fun – both for you and for everyone else involved too! To learn more about the Girl Scout Bronze Award and the updated materials, visit our Bronze Award page on our website.

Girl Scout Silver Award Going for the Girl Scout Silver Award gives a Girl Scout Cadette the chance to show that they are a leader who is organized, determined and dedicated to improving their community. In addition to NEW materials, the Volunteer Toolkit provides suggested meeting plans to get you started on the Girl Scout Silver Award; the Girl Scout Activity Zone has helpful videos and self-guided activities related to award requirements; and the Silver Award webpage and gsLearn have on-demand Silver Award training.

Girl Scout Gold Award Training (required) This Gold Award training is the necessary first step for Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors preparing to Go Gold and is required before your project can be approved. Each training is designed to provide a hands-on experience for girls "Going Gold."

January 24 ⚬ February 13 ⚬ March 11 ⚬ April 24 ⚬ May 16 ⚬ June 17

GSCP2P Trifecta Award The Trifecta Award honors girls who have earned all three of Girl Scouting’s Highest Awards – the Girl Scout Bronze Award, Silver Award and Gold Award! GSCP2P celebrates girls that accomplish this incredible achievement and continuously strive to make the world a better place each year at the Girl Awards Ceremony.

Highest Awards Chats Trying to figure out if your idea fits into a Girl Scout Bronze, Silver or Gold Award project? Have questions on how to mentor your girls in earning a highest award? This session has been designed to allow girls, parents and/or troop leaders to come together to learn all about the Girl Scout Highest Awards and have their questions answered.

January 18 ⚬ February 15 ⚬ March 18 ⚬ April 18 ⚬ May 21

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In addition to patches, badges and the Highest Awards, girls can earn other recognitions through Girl Scouts and community organizations.

Learn more at bit.ly/3XyRRVo.

NATIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARDS Community Service Bar

Service to Girl Scouting Bar

Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors can earn a Community Service bar to show they are making a difference in their community. To earn this award, girls partner with a community organization and complete at least 20 hours of service.

Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors receive this award by volunteering at least 20 hours to the Girl Scout organization. Girls may spend time at a special event for younger girls, help with special projects or be an office assistant for the council or a service unit.

Torch Awards These awards recognize a Girl Scout Cadette, Senior or Ambassador who acts as a leader in her community.

There are two steps to this award – complete a Journey and serve for one full term in a leadership position.

The President's Volunteer Service Award This award recognizes United States citizens, including kids ages 5 and up, who have achieved between 26 and 250 hours of service to their community over a 12-month time period.

Meritorious Service Awards These national, life saving awards honor girls who find themselves in lifethreatening emergencies.

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Medal of Honor This award recognizes girls for saving a life or attempting to save a life without risk to the candidate’s own life.

Bronze Cross This award honors girls who show extraordinary heroism for saving a life or attempting to save a life with risk to the candidate’s own life.

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Leadership Opportunities Teen Outdoor Leadership Program Are you an aspiring camp counselor or an older camper looking to take your leadership skills to the next level? Apply to our Teen Outdoor Leadership Program (TOLP)! TOLP expands the Counselor-In-Training (CIT) program from a summer camp experience to a year-round leadership development program. In addition to the summer CIT program, TOLP offers a Teen Outdoor Leadership Summit in spring, a Teen Outdoor Leadership Conference in fall and meetings throughout the year to keep program members engaged! Applications for TOLP open on January 8 and close February 16.

Learn more and apply at bit.ly/3UVAMDm.

Riding-Instructor-In-Training Volunteers are an integral piece to the Circle C Equestrian Center. Our most popular volunteer program is our RidingInstructor-In-Training program (also known as the RIIT program) for Girl Scout Cadettes and older. Adults with or without a horse background are also welcome to join the training program.

For more information, e-mail circlec@girlscoutsp2p.org.

Girl Advisory Board The Girl Advisory Board (GAB) is made up of Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors who want their voices to be heard. As a part of GAB, you will provide input on programs, recruitment initiatives, retail products and more.

This is a great opportunity to widen your leadership skills.

GAB applications open annually in April.

Learn more and apply at bit.ly/3XyRRVo.

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Program Aide This GSCP2P-designed leadership course for Girl Scout Cadettes is required to complete the Program Aide Award. All girls grades 6-8 are invited to attend Program Aide training on their way to completing the steps of the Program Aide Award. This training involves learning to work with children and modifying activities for special needs and situations. You will put your new skills to the test with hands-on activities that will prepare you for real life situations working with younger girls at a troop, day camp, council and service unit event. This course is also great for girls that want to take on new leadership roles and learn more about working with children!

Register for an event on our online calendar or request this training for your troop or service unit by e-mailing info@girlscoutsp2p.org.

Babysitter Boss Calling all Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors! Earn your babysitter certification with GSCP2P and Safe Sitter, Inc. Safe Sitter, Inc. is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to providing individuals with the life and safety skills they need for when they are home alone, watching younger siblings or babysitting. A class is happening at Camp Ginger Cascades this winter or you can request a class for troop certifications as well. This is great for girls looking to become babysitters.

Register for an event on our online calendar or request this training for your troop or service unit by e-mailing info@girlscoutsp2p.org.

GOVERNOR’S PAGE PROGRAM: GIRL SCOUT TAKE OVER! Founded in 1973, the Governor’s Page Program gives North Carolina high school students the opportunity for hands-on participation in state government. Hosted by VolunteerNC in Raleigh, pages will grow in four areas: history, civics, service and professional development. Girl Scouts from across the state are invited to apply to participate in Girl Scout Week at the Governor’s office. Application will open on January 1. Girls must be 14 years or older by March 11, 2024, in good academic standing, complete the application and provide two recommendations from non-relative adults. Participants receive a $200 stipend to help with travel expenses.

March 11-14 (Raleigh) Visit the NC Governor’s Page Program website for more information at governor.nc.gov/governors-page-program.

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DON'T FORGET TO RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP Renew your Girl Scout membership in April and May to get some great bonuses (plus another year of Girl Scout fun, friendships and adventures). Stay tuned for a purr-fect announcement and even more Girl Scout surprises!

It is easy to re-register you or your girls online using your MyGS login at bit.ly/3UofNYM.

208 Union Square NW Suite 101 Hickory, NC 28601 800-672-2148 info@girlscoutsp2p.org