How to Run a Successful Troop
Girl Scouts make friends, challenge themselves with new experiences, write their own stories, and develop the skills and confidence to say, “I know I can do this!” As a troop leader, you support this process—and the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE) is the tool that helps you to do it.
When a Girl Scout exhibits our five outcomes, we know they have the skills and abilities to thrive.
Variety of Activities
• National Program (i.e. Badges, Pins, and Patches
• Outdoor
• Cookie Program
• Community Service
• Field Trips and Events
Supportive Relationships
This means their troop leaders
• Care about them
• Enable possibility thinking
• Are inclusive
• Provide a safe space with positive peer relationships
Proven Results
• Girl Led
• Cooperative Learning
• Learning By Doing Three Girl Scout Processes
Five Girl Scout Outcomes
• Strong Sense of Self
• Positive Values
• Challenge Seeking
• Healthy Relationships
• Community Problem Solving
Why follow these steps? Because they work! Studies show that Girl Scouts are more likely to develop a strong sense of self, positive values, healthy relationships, challenge-seeking traits, and community problem-solving skills when they experience all the elements of the GSLE—and as a troop leader, you’re a key part of making the magic happen!
TIP: Encourage them to explore a variety of activities in the Outdoors, STEM, Life Skills, Entrepreneurship, and even field trips, allowing them to discover new interests and passions.
TIP: The main ways you can support girls in your troop are to make them feel welcomed and included, acknowledging their ideas and feelings, keeping them safe, and encouraging respect and teamwork among them.
Tips for Daisy Troops Tips for Brownie Troops
Daisy is the first level in Girl Scouts for girls in grades K-1.
Troop Size: 10-15; Keep troops open for more girls and new friends.
What you do: Make new friends. Learn about traditions. Earn petals and badges. Sell Cookies. Complete service projects. Go on field trips.
Girl-led: Make troop decisions using “this or that”; Cooperative Learning: Learn new concepts in pairs or small groups; Learning by Doing: participating in “full body” experiences where gross and fine motor skills are engaged along with the five senses.
Fund your Fun: Attend a Product Program event or rally.
Recruitment Tip: Speak to other parents at Meet the Teacher and Open House events. Wear uniforms to school on specific holidays.
Brownie is the second level in Girl Scouts for girls in grades 2-3.
Troop Size: 10-15; Keep troops open for more girls and new friends.
What you do: Embrace more traditions. Learn more, earn badges. Make a difference through service projects. Set a troop cookie goal. Go overnight camping.
Girl-led: Submit proposals for what they want to do; Cooperative Learning: Kaper Chart to divide up routine troop responsibilities; Learning by Doing: have girls put themselves in someone else’s shoes.
Fund your Fun: Attend a Product Program event or rally.
Recruitment Tip: Ask Girl Scouts to invite a friend for a try-it-out meeting before the join. Lead the pledge, in uniform, on Veteran’s Day at school.
Tips for Junior Troops Tips for Cadette Troops
Junior is the third level in Girl Scouts for girls grades 4-5.
Troop Size: 10-15; Keep troops open for more girls and new friends.
What you do: Plan your year with friends. Keep traditions. Choose a badge or activity to present to the troop. More camping. Earn your Bronze Award.
Girl-led: Encourage new experiences, especially those involving diverse ideas and cultures; Cooperative Learning: Encourage Juniors to acknowledge each troop member’s unique skills and abilities; Learning by Doing: have girls reflect on what they have learned and what they might try differently next time.
Fund your Fun: Complete Financial Literacy Cookie badges.
Recruitment Tip: Participate in community events and have join flyers to pass out. Host a bring-a-friend event.
Cadette is the fourth level in Girl Scouts for girls in grades 6, 7, and 8.
Troop Size: 10-15; Numbers shift between Junior and Cadette. Be ready to add new girls to your troop.
What you do: Plan your year with friends. Keep traditions. Choose a badge or activity to present to the troop. Mentor younger Girl Scouts. Travel with your troop. Earn your Silver Award.
Girl-led: Make plans for how to spend troop funds; Cooperative Learning: Working in pairs or small groups to come up with alternative ways to promote cookie sales; Learning by Doing: have girls plan an event or campout together from start to finish, considering budget, roles, and responsibilities.
Fund your Fun: Complete Financial Literacy Cookie badges.
Recruitment Tip: Communicate the value of Girl Scouts for older girls – leadership, independence, higher awards. As girls change schools, take the opportunity to invite new friends.
Tips for Senior Troops Tips for Ambassadors Troops
Senior is the fifth level in Girl Scouts for girls grades 9 and 10.
Troop Size: 8-12; Keep troops open for High School friends or Girl Scouts without a troop.
What you do: Adjust meeting/activity schedule to match your busy lifestyle. Keep traditions. Connect field trips with badges. Mentor younger Girl Scouts. Plan an extended trip. Participate in Career Exploration. Earn your Gold Award.
Girl-led: Have girls select a Leadership Award that fits her personality and lifestyle; Cooperative Learning: Encourage girls to partner with local organizations to help the community; Learning by Doing: Work on alternative ways to communicate about topics of interest to larger, more diverse audiences.
Fund your Fun: Complete Financial Literacy Cookie badges.
Recruitment Tip: Use social media storytelling to share your Girl Scout journey (tag @gsnetx). Communicate the value of the Gold Award for scholarships and college applications.
Ambassandors is the sixth level in Girl Scouts for girls grades 11 and 12.
Troop Size: 6-10; Keep troops open for High School friends or Girl Scouts without a troop.
What you do: Explore scholarships available to Girl Scouts. Help pay for travel. Lead programs as Volunteer in Training or Counselor in Training. Make a difference with community service projects. Participate in Career Exploration. Earn your Gold Award. Bridge to adult at the end of this level.
Girl-led: Encourage girls to set and share goals for the future; Cooperative Learning: Explore council events that connect girls to their broader Girl Scout sisterhood; Learning by Doing: Channel their passion for advocacy and action by completing a Global Action Award.
Fund your Fun: Complete Financial Literacy Cookie badges.
We’re ready for a great Girl Scout year.
Consider our DreamLab and other council events as an easy way for you to offer quality programming for your troop. Go over this list with them and have them choose one event per month. This list of planned events is what we know as of Summer 2026.
New events are being added all the time and can be found on ActiveNet by visiting www.gsnetx.org/events. (ActiveNet how-to is on pages 21-22)
In these table listings, you will see colored dots that indicate the Program Grade Level for the activities. The key is at the bottom of each page.
Calendar Disclaimer:
All programs are subject to change. Please check the website for the most up-to-date information as new programs are added throughout the year.
Third-Party Program Disclaimer:
Some programs are hosted by program partners, not the council. Registration, communication, and program delivery are managed by the third-party provider, not GSNETX.
Fall Program:
Registration opens August 4, 2026. Spring program registration will open in January 2027.
Program Release Schedule:
New programs are typically released weekly on Tuesdays. See the calendar for specific registration opening dates.
August 2026
DATE EVENT NAME PGL
8/1/26
8/3/26
Kickoff
Rising Stars
Camp Reservations Open Volunteer Training (morning)
Training (afternoon)
Volunteer Training (evening)
Spanish Language Workshop
Volunteer Training (morning)
Volunteer Training (afternoon)
Volunteer Training (evening)
New Leader Monthly Call
World Photography Day - Photography 101
Training (evening)
8/20/26
8/21/26
8/22/26
8/25/26
8/26/26
8/27/26
8/29/26
8/30/26
My First Troop Meeting for Daisies
Popping’ Back to School Movie Night
Language Workshop
Training (morning)
Training (afternoon)
Training (evening)
Day Camp Training for Homeschoolers
My First Troop Meeting for Brownies
Bag Charm Mums for Older Girls
My First Troop Meeting for Brownies
Back to School Bash
Mum Making for Older Girls
Leadership, and Innovation for Older Girls
LOCATION
University of Texas at Dallas
University of Texas at Dallas ActiveNet
Denton County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Tyler Girl Scout Office
Tyler Girl Scout Office
Tyler Girl Scout Office
Virtual
Dallas County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
Camp Whispering Cedars
Dallas County DreamLab
JoAnn Fogg
JoAnn Fogg
JoAnn Fogg
Camp Whispering Cedars
JoAnn Fogg
Dallas County DreamLab
Denton DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum
September 2026
DATE EVENT NAME
9/1/26
9/3/26
9/4/26
9/5/26 9/9/26 9/10/26
Hispanic Heritage Huichol (Beadwork) for Older Girls
Sewing 101
Art Styles of Hispanic Heritage
Spanish Language Workshop
Cooking Badge Workshop for Brownies
Outdoor Training
My First Troop Meeting for Daisies
Volunteer Training (morning)
Volunteer Training (afternoon)
Hispanic Heritage Month at Kaleidoscope Park
Volunteer Training (evening)
Silver Award Round Table
Training: New Leader Fast Start
Arboretum Sleepover
Gold Award Round Table
Spanish Language Workshop
National Video Game Day
Train the Trainer
Outdoor Training
Art Styles of Hispanic Heritage
2026 Fall Product Program Begins
Painting Cantaritos
New Leader Monthly Call
Cooking Workshop for Juniors
Volunteer Training (evening)
My First Troop Meeting for Brownies
Hispanic Heritage Cooking Class (English)
Hispanic Heritage Appreciation
Hispanic Heritage Celebration
9/18-9/20/26 9/19/26
9/20/26 9/22/26
9/24/26
9/25-9/27/26 9/26/26 9/27/26 9/29/26 9/30/26
New To Camping Troop Campout
Medieval Times Workshop and Tournament
Hispanic Heritage Cooking Class (Spanish)
My First Troop Meeting for Daisies
Cooking Badge Workshop for Daisies
Volunteer Training (morning)
Volunteer Training (afternoon)
Volunteer Training (afternoon)
My First Troop Meeting for Brownies
Volunteer Training (evening)
Cooking Badge Workshop or Cadettes
Fall Adventure Trip for Older Girls
Tree Badge Workshop for Cadettes
Hispanic Heritage Family Event
Volunteer Training (morning)
Babysitter and First Aide
Volunteer Training (afternoon)
Hispanic Heritage Huichol (Beadwork) for Older Girls
TikTok Meals Cooking Workshop (Badge)
Loteria Game Night
PGL LOCATION
Denton County DreamLab
County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Camp Whispering Cedars
Denton County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Kaleidoscope Park
County DreamLab
Arboretum
Dallas County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
Camp Whispering Cedars
Denton County DreamLab
County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
Tyler Girl Scout Office
Camp Gambill
Medieval Times
Denton County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Tyler Girl Scout Office
Tyler Girl Scout Office
Tyler Girl Scout Office
Allen
Joann Fogg
Dallas County DreamLab
Cedar Hill State Park
Myers Park (The Landing)
Dallas County DreamLab
JoAnn Fogg
JoAnn Fogg
JoAnn Fogg
Denton County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
October 2026
DATE EVENT NAME PGL LOCATION
Shapes in Nature - Fall Edition for Daisies & Brownies
County DreamLab Fall Weekend Camping Begins
First Aid for Daisies
DreamLab DFW Girls Aviation Day
Training (morning)
Training (afternoon)
Training
New Leader & Girl Scout Day Camp Experience
Whispering Cedars Natural Design for Cadettes
My First Troop Meeting for Daisies
of Distinction Luncheon
Regatta
Gold Award Round Table
Bronze Award Round Table
GSNETX Derby at Sci-Tech
Whispering Cedars
Gambill
Fogg
Sci-Tech Volunteer Training (morning)
Denton County DreamLab Volunteer Training (afternoon)
Denton County DreamLab Spanish Language Workshop
International Day of the Girl
DIY Heated Stuff Animals for Seniors & Ambassadors
Coding for Good: Coding Basics for Daisies
Animal Architecture for Cadettes
FBI: Girl Scouts for Cadettes
Fall Baking
Volunteer Training (evening)
Day Camp Training for Homeschoolers
My First Troop Meeting for Daisies
Podcasting & Sound Editing for Juniors
My First Troop Meeting for Brownies
Glow in the Dark Party
Money Explorer for Daisies
Drone Aviators for Juniors
NEEWOLLAH (Positive Halloween event)
First Aid for Brownies
Magicians-in-Training
Volunteer Training (afternoon)
My First Troop Meeting for Brownies
Outstanding Ozobots for Brownies
New Leader Monthly Call
First Aid for Juniors
2026 Fall Product Program Ends
Volunteer Training (evening)
Costume Creation Maker Time
Heard Museum Campout
Dungeons and Dragons Night
Spooky Movie Night: Coraline
Archery/Hatchet Weekend & Fall Festival
Shapes in Nature - Fall Edition for Daisies & Brownies
Podcasting & Sound Editing for Juniors
Halloween Trail & Treat
Volunteer Training (morning)
Volunteer Training (afternoon)
DIY Body Care Class
Dallas County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
Whispering Cedars
Camp Whispering Cedars
Denton County DreamLab
County DreamLab
Joann Fogg
Camp Whispering Cedars
Joann Fogg
Camp Whispering Cedars
County DreamLab
Camp Whispering Cedars
Camp Whispering Cedars
Kappa Delta
County DreamLab
County DreamLab
Tyler Girl Scout Office
Dallas County DreamLab
Camp Whispering Cedars
Virtual
Dallas County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
County DreamLab
Heard Museum
Denton County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Camp Gambill
Denton County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
Camp Whispering Cedars
Joann Fogg
Joann Fogg
October 2026
DATE EVENT NAME PGL LOCATION
Volunteer Training (evening)
DIY Heated Stuff Animals for Seniors & Ambassadors
Spanish Language Workshop
First Aid for Seniors & Ambassadors
Ghouls Just Want to Have Fun Night
County DreamLab
Escape Room Night Dallas County DreamLab
Spark! Dallas Girl Scout Day Spark! Dallas
Juliette Gordon Low’s Birthday / Founder’s Day
Roller Coaster Creator for Daisies
Adventures Powered By Cookies Experience (TBD) Leadership Academy
The GSNETX Mobile Programming Initiative brings Girl Scout experiences directly into communities, expanding access to hands-on earning, leadership development, and meaningful opportunities for girls and families across Northeast Texas.
The Dallas Mobile Programming Van has served 2,437 girls over the past Girl Scouting year, delivering badge-aligned workshops, STEM experiences, and engaging programs through partnerships with schools, community centers, and local organizations bringing Girl Scout experiences directly to the communities that need them most! The most requested program this year was The Science of Bubbles.
Launching in Fall 2026, a second Mobile Programming Van will expand this work throughout the region, offering My First Troop Meetings, badge-aligned workshops, STEM experiences, and community programs.
November 2026
DATE EVENT NAME PGL LOCATION
Space Researcher Badge Workshop for Cadettes
q Dallas County DreamLab
Adult Appreciation: DIY Tumbler q Denton County DreamLab
Friendsgiving for Daisies and Brownies
Gratitude and Bullet Journaling
Space Adventurers Badge Workshop for Brownies
He & Me Campout
Laser Cutter for Juniors
Volunteer Training (morning)
Volunteer Training (afternoon)
q q Denton County DreamLab
q q q Dallas County DreamLab
q Dallas County DreamLab
q Camp Gambill
q Camp Whispering Cedars
q Dallas County DreamLab
q Dallas County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (morning) q JoAnn Fogg
Volunteer Training (afternoon) q JoAnn Fogg
Tyler Friendsgiving
q Whitehouse, Tx
Pie Making for Olders Girls q q q Denton County DreamLab
Eco Learner for Daisies q Camp Whispering Cedars
International Day of the Girl UNT Kappa Delta
National STEM Day q Dallas County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (evening) q JoAnn Fogg - Room B
Volunteer Training (evening) q JoAnn Fogg - Room A
Silver Award Round Table q q Virtual
Spanish Language Workshop q q q Dallas County DreamLab
Intro to Sewing: Beanies q Denton County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (evening) q Dallas County DreamLab
Training: New Leader Fast Start q Virtual
Space Explorers Badge Workshop for Daisies q Dallas County DreamLab
Gold Award Round Table q q q Denton County DreamLab
Outdoor Training q Camp Bette Perot
He & Me Wood Burning q Denton County DreamLab
Cheetah Girls Cheetah Sisters Night
Dallas County DreamLab
Adult Retreat q Camp Bette Perot
Women in STEM q Sci-Tech Discovery Center
Wings and Wonder q q Blackland Prairie Raptor Center
Cookie University (morning) for Daisies & Brownies q q Denton County DreamLab
Cookie University (afternoon) for Daisies & Brownies q q Denton County DreamLab
Pen Making for Older Girls
q q Camp Whispering Cedars
Gaming Geeks for Juniors q Camp Whispering Cedars
Cookie University q q q Dallas County DreamLab
Cyber Mysteries for Brownies q Camp Whispering Cedars
New Leader Monthly Call (Tentative) q Virtual
Dungeons and Dragons Night
New Leader Virtual Meeting
Volunteer Training (evening)
Space Scientists Badge Workshop for Seniors & Ambassadors
Pie Making for Juniors
Spanish Workshop (Topic TBD)
11/20-11/22/26
11/23 - 11/24 11/25-11/29/26
q q Dallas County DreamLab
Virtual
Denton County DreamLab
q Dallas County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
q q Dallas County DreamLab
Compass Capers q Camp Whispering Cedars
Campsgiving q Camp Whispering Cedars
Volunteer Training (afternoon) q Tyler Girl Scout Office
Space Investigator Badge Workshop for Juniors q Dallas County DreamLab
Fall Fun Days
Fall Fun Days
Closed for holiday
q q Denton County DreamLab
q q Dallas County DreamLab
All Camps and Offices
December 2026
DATE EVENT NAME
12/1/26
12/2/26 12/3/26
Adult Recognition Nominations Portal Opens
Quilted Crafts: MakeUp Bags for Older Girls
PGL LOCATION
q All
q q Denton County DreamLab
Lantern Making q q q Dallas County DreamLab
Laser Cut Snow Globe for Daisies & Brownies q q Denton County DreamLab
Spanish Language Workshop q q q Dallas County DreamLab
Cookie University (morning) for Daisies & Brownies q q JoAnn Fogg
Cookie University (afternoon) for Juniors & Cadettes q q JoAnn Fogg
Camp Glow & Show: Movie Night q Camp Whispering Cedars
Outdoor Training q Camp Whispering Cedars
Gingerbread House Construction for Younger Girls q q q Denton County DreamLab
Gingerbread House Construction for Older Girls q q q Denton County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (morning) q JoAnn Fogg
Volunteer Training (afternoon) q JoAnn Fogg
Volunteer Training (morning) q Dallas County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (afternoon) q Dallas County DreamLab
Holiday 3 in 1 Badge Event
q q Studio Bella
Laser Cut Snow Globe for Daisies & Brownies q q Denton County DreamLab
Love Our Camps Service Project Day at Camp Gambill q Camp Gambill
Volunteer Training (evening) q JoAnn Fogg - Room A
Volunteer Training (evening) q JoAnn Fogg - Room B
Sewing 101 q q Dallas County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (evening) q Dallas County DreamLab
Bronze Award Round Table q q Virtual
Training: New Leader Fast Start q Virtual
Gift Making q Dallas County DreamLab
Holiday Market Crafts q Denton County DreamLab
PJs Movie Night - Polar Express
Dallas County DreamLab
Family Camp q Camp Bette Perot
Arboretum Holiday Sleepover q q Dallas Arboretum
Gold Award Round Table q q q Virtual
Cookie University - Denton DreamLab q q Denton County DreamLab
Cookie University - Tyler q q q Tyler Girl Scout Office
Balloon Car for Juniors q Camp Whispering Cedars
Home Scientist for Brownies q Camp Whispering Cedars
Cookie University
q q Dallas County DreamLab
Outdoor Training q Camp Whispering Cedars
Quilted Crafts: MakeUp Bags for Older Girls
3D Printing for Older Girls
q q Denton County DreamLab
q q Camp Whispering Cedars
New Leader Monthly Call q Virtual
Desserts Around the World
q q Dallas County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (evening) q Denton County DreamLab
Quilted Crewnecks for Juniors q Denton County DreamLab
Holidays Around the World q Dallas County DreamLab
Winter Camp 1
Winter Camp 2
12/21-12/31/26 12/28-12/29/26 TBD
q q Denton County DreamLab
q q Dallas County DreamLab
Closed for Holiday All Camps and Offices
Winter Camp 1
Winter Camp 2
Adventures Powered By Cookied at Broadway Dallas
q Denton County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
January 2027
DATE EVENT NAME PGL LOCATION
1/1-1/31/27
Camp Closed All Camps
Vision Boarding and Punch Cards
Dallas County DreamLab
Bling Your Booth q Denton County DreamLab
Outdoor Training q Camp Whispering Cedars
Volunteer Training (morning) q Denton County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (afternoon) q Denton County DreamLab
Elevate your Digital Cookie for Older Girls
Denton County DreamLab
Babysitters and First Aid q JoAnn Fogg
Spanish Language Workshop
Volunteer Training (evening)
Silver Award Round Table
Training: New Leader Fast Start
2027 Cookie Program Begins
Dallas County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Virtual
Summer Camp Registrations Preview ActiveNet
Gold Award Round Table
MLK Day Parade
New Leader Monthly Call
q Dallas County DreamLab
Dallas
Virtual
National DJ Day q Dallas County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (evening) q Denton County DreamLab
Cookie Box Creations q Denton County DreamLab
Bling your Booth q Dallas County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (morning) q JoAnn Fogg
Volunteer Training (afternoon) q JoAnn Fogg
Cookie Transformation
q q Dallas County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (evening) q JoAnn Fogg
Cookie Nail Salon & Hair Accessories q Denton County DreamLab
February 2027
DATE EVENT NAME
2/1/27
2/1/-2/14/27
2/3/27
2/4/27
2/5/27
2/6/27
2/7/27
2/10/27 2/11/27
2/12/27
2/13/27
2/14/27
2/16/27
2/18-2/21/27
2/19/27
2/19-2/21/27
2/20/27
2/21/27
2/22/27
2/23/27
2/25/27
2/26/27
2/26-2/28/27
2/27/27
2/27/27-2/28/27
2/28/27
PGL LOCATION
Summer Camp Registrations Open ActiveNet
Camp Closed
Volunteer Training (evening)
q Denton County DreamLab
Spanish Language Workshop q q q Dallas County DreamLab
Spring Weekend Camping Begins All Camps
Outdoor Training q Camp Bette Perot
Space Adventure for Brownies q Camp Whispering Cedars
Volunteer Training (morning) q Dallas County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (afternoon) q Dallas County DreamLab
Galentines for Older Girls q Denton County DreamLab
Space Science Researcher for Cadettes q Camp Whispering Cedars
Love Our Camps Service Project Day q Camp Whispering Cedars
Volunteer Training (evening) q Dallas County DreamLab
Bronze Award Round Table q q Virtual
Training: New Leader Fast Start q Virtual
Music Styles of Black History q Denton County DreamLab
She/Me Galentine’s Night q Dallas County DreamLab
Gold Award Round Table q q q JoAnn Fogg
Ceramics for Juniors q Camp Whispering Cedars
Ceramics for Brownies q Camp Whispering Cedars
New Leader Monthly Call q Virtual
GSNETX Trainers Conference q Camp Gambill
He & Me Dance q Dallas County DreamLab
She & Me Campout q Camp Bette Perot
Drones for Cadettes q Camp Whispering Cedars
He & Me Event: TBD
Fling Flyer Design for Brownies
World Thinking Day - DHHRM
q Denton County DreamLab
q Camp Whispering Cedars
q Dallas
World Thinking Day - North q North Area
World Thinking Day
Volunteer Training (evening) q JoAnn Fogg
Science Lab q q q Dallas County DreamLab
GS Cookie Test Kitchen q Denton County DreamLab
Family Camp q Camp Gambill
Soulful Bites q Dallas County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (morning) q JoAnn Fogg
Volunteer Training (afternoon) q JoAnn Fogg
New Leader and Girl Scout Overnight Camping Experience q Camp Whispering Cedars
Outdoor Training q Camp Whispering Cedars
Adult Recognition Nominations portal closes q All
March 2027
DATE EVENT NAME
World Wildlife Day
Training TBD (evening)
Spanish Language Workshop
Silver Award Round Table
Project Runway Badge Workshop for Cadettes
Outdoor Training
Volunteer Training (morning)
Volunteer Training (afternoon)
Women’s EmPOWERment Brunch
Volunteer Training (morning)
Volunteer Training (afternoon)
Gold Award Round Table
Cookie Girl Boss Gala (Must Qualify to Register)
Outdoor Training
GSNETX Songfest
3/7-3/13/27 3/10/27 3/11/27
3/12-3/14/27
Girl Scout Week
Volunteer Training (evening)
Style Icons Badge Workshop for Juniors
Training: New Leader Fast Start
K-pop Idol Night
Girl Scouts Birthday
Night Navigators
Intro to Tent Camping
Girl Scouts Day at the Raptor Center
Volunteer Training (morning)
Volunteer Training (afternoon)
Spring Break Day Camp
Spring Break Day Camp
Volunteer Training (afternoon)
Laser Cutter for Older Girls
Crane Design for Juniors
Ready, Set, Robots! - Race Car Robotics for Daisies
Fashionista Badge Workshop Daisies
Volunteer Training (evening)
TikTok Dance Night
New Leader Monthly Call
3/25/27
3/26-3/28/27 3/30/27
3/31/27
En Vogue Badge Workshop for Seniors & Ambassadors
PGL LOCATION
County DreamLab
County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
Tyler Girl Scout Office
Tyler Girl Scout Office
Camp Whispering Cedars
Camp Whispering Cedars
Camp Whispering Cedars
County DreamLab
County DreamLab
Camp Bette Perot
Camp Kadohadacho
Blackland Prairie Raptor Center
Denton County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
Tyler Girl Scout Office
Camp Whispering Cedars
Camp Whispering Cedars
Camp Whispering Cedars
Dallas County DreamLab
JoAnn Fogg
Dallas County DreamLab
County DreamLab
Camp Closed All Camps
Spanish Language Workshop
Trendsetters Badge Workshop for Brownies
Adult Appreciation - TBD
New Leader Monthly Call (Tentative)
County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
April 2027
DATE EVENT NAME
4/1/27 4/2/27 4/3/27
4/4/27
4/6/27 4/7/27
Early Bird and Extended Year Starts
PGL LOCATION
q q Full Council
Entrepreneurs Badge Workshop for Seniors & Ambassadors q q Dallas County DreamLab
Horseback Riding
4/23-4/25/27 4/24/27 4/27/27
4/28/27
4/30/27
q Camp Tonkawa
Outdoor Training q Camp Gambill
Flower Power for Juniors q Camp Whispering Cedars
Volunteer Training (morning) q Dallas County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (afternoon) q Dallas County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (morning) q Dallas County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (afternoon) q Dallas County DreamLab
Code Designer for Brownies
q Camp Whispering Cedars
Day for Daisies q Camp Gambill
Program Aide Training q q Dallas County DreamLab
Training: New Leader Fast Start q Virtual
Nature Junk Journaling
q q Dallas County DreamLab
Business Jumpstart Badge Workshop for Juniors q Dallas County DreamLab
Flower Pots & Succulents q Denton County DreamLab
Bronze Award Round Table
Bird Feeder Building
Spanish Language Workshop
q q q Dallas County DreamLab
q q Dallas County DreamLab
Critter Creations for Juniors q Camp Whispering Cedars
Animal Tracker for Brownies q Camp Whispering Cedars
Volunteer Training (morning) q Denton County DreamLab
Volunteer Training (afternoon) q Denton County DreamLab
Hunt for Bigfoot for Daisies
Gold Award Round Table
Volunteer Training (evening)
World Art Day
Outdoor Training
Camp Whispering Cedars
q q Denton County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Camp Whispering Cedars
Top 50 Cookie Seller Campout Camp Bette Perot
Cardboard Regatta
Earth Day Event
Yoga
Toy Business Designer Badge Workshop for Daisies
Volunteer Training (morning)
Program Aide Training
Love Our Camps Service Project Day
Budding Entrepreneur Badge Workshop for Brownies
New Leader Monthly Call
Volunteer Training (evening)
Girl Scout Troop Leader’s Day
She & Me - Flower Press Collage for Older Girls
Upcycled Clothing
Outdoor Skills Adventure (OSA)
East Texas GSNETX Volunteer Appreciation
Volunteer Training (morning)
Program Aide Training
Spanish Language Workshop
Volunteer Training (evening)
Influencer Lab
Business Creator Badge Workshop for Cadettes
RoughRiders Earth Day
Volunteer Appreciation Month
Fluor Earth Day Patch
Leadership Academy
Camp Gambill
Camp Whispering Cedars
Dallas County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Tyler Girl Scout Office
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Camp Bette Perot
Dallas County DreamLab
Virtual
Denton County DreamLab
County DreamLab
County DreamLab
Camp Whispering Cedars
JoAnn Fogg
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Dallas County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
Dallas County DreamLab
May 2027
DATE EVENT NAME PGL LOCATION
(morning)
& Me: Bird House Constructions
Day Crafts
Workshop for Cadettes
Training (morning)
Training (afternoon)
Appreciation: TBD
Training (evening)
Mental Health Night
Denton County DreamLab
County DreamLab Craft Workshop for Daisies
County DreamLab Camp S’more
Camp Bette Perot He & Me Summer Cookout
County DreamLab
Leader Virtual Meeting
Workshop for Juniors
Dallas County DreamLab Spanish Language Workshop
Training (evening)
Movie Night
County DreamLab
Denton County DreamLab
DreamLab Perfume Making
Craft Workshop for Brownies
Skincare & Spa Night
Training (evening)
Craft Workshop for Seniors and Ambassadors
Training (morning)
Training (afternoon)
County DreamLab
County DreamLab
County DreamLab
Workshops Denton County DreamLab
June 2027
NAME
(morning)
Volunteer Training (afternoon)
Volunteer Training (morning)
(afternoon)
Troop Financial Report Due
Volunteer Training (morning)
Training (afternoon)
Train the Trainer (all day)
Camp
Whispering Cedars
July 2027
Training (morning)
Training (afternoon)
Training (morning)
Volunteer Training (afternoon)
Trainers Conference
2026 SEPTEMBER 2026
JANUARY 2027 FEBRUARY 2027
JUNE 2027 JULY 2027
OCTOBER 2026 NOVEMBER 2026 DECEMBER 2026
It’s go time! Get started with the ready-to-use Troop Year Plans on myGS. Then use the calendar below to build out a Girl Scout year packed with fun, friendship, learning, and so much more.
MARCH 2027
APRIL 2027
MAY 2027
AUGUST 2027
NOTES: Use this worksheet to make notes on things you want to do with your troop this year!
ActiveNet Basics
ActiveNet is the platform for GSNETX Members to access upcoming events, camps, and programs. ActiveNet is also the platform to reserve space at the DreamLabs for self-led or facilitated meetings.
All GSNETX Members have an ActiveNet account using the same email address that you use for MyGS. Go to www.gsnetx.org/events then click on Sign In in the top righthand corner. If you have not signed in before, you’ll just need to click reset password to get your account set up.
To Register for Events:
On the Activities tab, browse available programs such as DreamLab events, Program Partner events, workshops, weekend camping, and summer camps. You can filter options by location, age group, activity type, day of the week, date range, and more.
For details about an event, click its name. To register, click “Enroll Now.” If you’re not logged in, you’ll be prompted to sign in.
Note: If “Enroll Now” isn’t available, registration has either not opened yet or is already closed.
Simple Events
• Select the individual in your household to register.
• Answer any additional questions that appear.
• To register multiple people, click “Register another participant” instead of “Add to Cart.”
Note: If someone’s name is greyed out, they likely don’t meet the age requirements.
Complex Events
• Select the individual, then choose from available activity options.
• Follow prompts to select one or more activities per section.
• Click Next, complete any required details, then click “Add to Cart.”
Weekend Camping
One person can register for the entire group (often a troop leader or trained volunteer). Simply adjust the number of cabins or participants during registration.
Terms:
Households Households in ActiveNet function as both your personal Household and your Troop(s). So Leaders should be able to see themselves, their children, and their troop members as household members on their account.
Sleeps Indicates how many people can sleep in a cabin/tent etc. Quantity reserved is based on the number of cabins, not how many people. “Sleeps 8” helps indicate to you how many beds there are so you know how many cabins to reserve.
Package This is an ActiveNet term for a more complex event.
Now available!
Download the GSNETX ActiveNet app on iPhone and Android to check in, register, and reserve on the go!
ActiveNet Basics
To reserve a DreamLab space:
On the Reservations tab, select the experience you are interested in reserving. For GSNETX members, your member account associated with the email address you use to get into myGS should be a “Member Account” in the system so you can select Member Space Rental and get member pricing. Once selected, you can see the various spaces available. You can select the entire facility or specific rooms within the facilities.
Once you select a space, you will see more information about it including an availability calendar. In the top right corner, increase the number of participants you intend to have at your meeting and select the date from the drop down labeled “When?”. Most spaces are reservable by rental block, so there are set time increments available.
Once you click Proceed, you will be prompted to fill out some additional information regarding the reservation. This includes if you would like assistance with your curriculum for your event. The pricing for these upgrades are dependent on the number of participants for the reservation.
Spaces only need to be reserved by one individual in the household/troop. This is often the Troop Leader.
Once in the cart, you can add any discount codes or see details for each event you are registering each member of your household for in this transaction.
If you have any questions about your ‘households’ or any issues registering for events, reach out to customercare@gsnetx.org.
Program Providers
Program Partners: At Girl Scouts, we’re the expert in girls. We proudly partner with local businesses and organizations who are experts at delivering quality badge- and patch-earning programming for your Girl Scout or troop in a wide range of interest areas. Please reach out directly to these partners to schedule your experience.
Allen Americans Hockey | Allen allenamericans.com
Provides exciting, family-friendly entertainment and community fun for Girl Scouts and their families. Girl Scouts can cheer on their hometown team, enjoy a memorable group experiences, and even earn a special badge while learning about teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship.
Allen Civic Ballet | Allen allencivicballet.org
A family friendly, non-profit dance school and performance company in Allen, Texas, providing high-quality, affordable, and enjoyable ballet performances to North Texas.
American Red Cross | US & Locally redcrossblood.org
Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Blood is essential to help patients survive. This lifesaving care starts with one person making a generous donation. The need for blood is constant. You can help the American Red Cross make sure that supply meets demand.
Any Day CPR Training, LLC | Mobile anydaycpr.com
Engaging, hands-on CPR, first aid, and babysitting safety programs for Girl Scout troops and adult volunteers. Participants build practical lifesaving skills, emergency response confidence, and safety awareness for troop activities, home, and community settings.
AR Workshop Garland | McKinney linktr.ee/arworkshopgarland
A mobile DIY studio bringing hands-on creativity to Collin County. We host instructor-led workshops featuring wood signs, blankets, hats, embroidery, and more. Perfect for team building, birthdays, fundraisers, youth organizations, and community events.
Arjun Archery Academy | Frisco arjunarcheryacademy.com
Provides Olympic-style archery programs for youth focused on confidence, discipline, focus, and skill development. Offerings include beginner classes, camps, workshops, and competitive training in a safe and encouraging environment.
Art Centre Theatre | Plano artcentretheatre.com/scouts-info
ACT can help with earning your badges for the arts! Talk to your troop leaders about this great opportunity - we offer workshops in a variety of artistic areas for girl scouts of all ages: Public Speaking, Theatre, Dramatic Storytelling,
Creative Play, Playwriting, Screenwriting, Drama, Music or Make your own patch!
AT&T Performing Arts Center | Dallas attpac.org
On its 10-acre downtown campus in the Dallas Arts District, the Center features the Winspear Opera House, Wyly Theatre, Strauss Square and Sammons Park. Immerse yourself in a world of captivating live theater, opera, pop performances, ballet, comedy, thought-provoking speakers and the world’s finest dance troupes.
Avant Chamber Ballet | Dallas avantchamberballet.org
Ballet performances with live music and free dance training for ages 4-18. ACB performs family-friendly shows throughout the year for free at parks and community centers as well as large productions like The Nutcracker. Through our program, First Steps, students can train for free weekly in classical ballet.
Bishop Arts Theatre | Dallas bishopartstheatre.org
A nonprofit arts organization serving North Texas through theatre, arts education, and community engagement. Our programs inspire creativity, build confidence, and create meaningful opportunities for people of all ages.
Blackland Prairie Raptor Center | Lucas bpraptorcenter.org
Discover nature and adventure with Blackland Prairie Raptor Center programs! Girls explore native habitats, meet amazing birds of prey, and build leadership skills through badge workshops, camping, earning leadership awards, and service projects. Let us design a tailor-made program for your troop.
Born Strong Martial Arts | Dallas bornstrongmartialarts.org
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing accessible martial arts education to all youth and their families. Our practical martial arts system focuses on violence prevention, de-escalation, situational awareness and high level self defense training. Our mission: safer, stronger communities.
Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls | Dallas buckner.org/shoes
Since 1999, Buckner International has distributed more than 5 million pairs of shoes in more than 80 countries, including communities right here in the United States. When you donate a pair of shoes, you transform a child’s trajectory in life.
Caldwell Zoo | Tyler caldwellzoo.org
Program Providers
Home to over 3,000 animals in habitats spanning more than 80 beautifully landscaped acres. Our goal is to connect people with wildlife and to share the wonders of the natural world in a safe and alluring manner. The zoo is based in the city of Tyler, nestled in the rolling hills of East Texas.
Camp Tyler Outdoor School | Whitehouse ETX camptyler.org
We are located on the shores of Lake Tyler and have everything from tent camping areas to cabins. We host groups for programs led by our staff such as GPS course, A Maze In Race, Farm and Garden, Texas Pioneer Village, Wildlife and others.
Camp Tonkawa Outdoor Learning Center | Collinsville Camptonkawa.org
We love helping scouts learn about Camping Skills through Survival Skills, including Outdoor Cooking. Nature related badges, like Art in Nature, can be set up for your troop. Horsemanship Day Camps are a favorite with a day or weekend option.
Challenge Island McKinney | McKinney challenge-island.com/mckinney
Proudly engaged over 100,000 Girl Scouts nationwide in our interactive Badge and Journey Workshops. Our STEM programs provide Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, and Cadettes with hands-on challenges that fulfill Girl Scout badge requirements, encourage teamwork, and spark curiosity in STEM education.
Chamberlain Ballet | Plano chamberlainschoolofballet.com
Committed to presenting excellent ballet to enrich the North Texas Community, enlighten with arts education, and encourage through outreach programs. Chamberlain Ballet Company Members perform in fully staged productions including The Nutcracker on Thanksgiving weekend and community performances throughout North Texas.
City of Allen - Parks and Recreation | Allen lifeinallen.org
Offers opportunities to serve, learn, and explore through volunteer projects, community events, educational programs, and outdoor activities. Get involved in projects like Clean Out the Creek and make a positive impact in Allen.
City of Dallas - Outdoor Adventure | Dallas dallasparks.org/519/Outdoor-Adventures-Programs
Offers an award-winning Outdoor Adventures program which seeks to provide youth, families, and individuals with outdoor recreational programs including overnight camping, archery, nature photography, kayaking, mountain biking and more!
City of Denton Sustainability Department | Denton cityofdenton.com/287/Denton-Sustainable-Schools
Provides STEM Kit checkouts, presentations on Trash and Recycling, and tours of the Pratt Recycling Center located in Denton, TX. Tour, presentation, and STEM kit request can be submitted through the Denton Sustainable Schools website.
City of Tyler’s Keep Tyler Beautiful | Tyler tylertexas.com
Encourages beautification, waste reduction, and recycling activities in the community. KTyB is an affiliate of Keep Texas Beautiful and Keep America Beautiful. We are also a Bee City USA affiliate with an observation hive.
CK Campus | Texas ckcampus.org
Expanding access to Creative + STEM education through hands-on learning experiences, career exploration, mentorship, and real-world projects that help students build creative confidence, workforce skills, and pathways to future opportunity.
Confidence at Any Size | Dallas confidenceatanysize.com
A youth and women’s empowerment organization focused on building confidence, clarity, and self-worth through workshops, mentoring programs, and leadership experiences rooted in emotional intelligence and intentional growth.
Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden | Dallas dallasarboretum.org/education/other-programs/ girl-scouts/
Girl Scouts can explore 66 acres of adventure with STEM challenges, outdoor museum experiences, daily labs, and custom badge programs. Make it unforgettable with an overnight or magical Night Owls after-hours experience just for your troop.
Dallas Children’s Theater | Dallas dct.org
Creating fun, inspiring shows for kids and families. From exciting adventures to heartfelt stories, DCT helps young audiences learn, imagine, and see the world in new ways. It’s one of the top children’s theaters in the country, and a place where creativity shines.
Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum | Dallas dhhrm.org
Offers Girl Scouts guided Museum tours and special Girl Scout Days featuring interactive programming, civic learning, and opportunities to earn select civics badges. Scouts explore history, human rights, and the importance of being an Upstander and engaged citizen.
Dallas Mavericks | Dallas www.nba.com/mavs
Program Providers
Proud to offer Scout Nights throughout the NBA season. These nights will include discounted tickets, Mavericks scout patches, and a post-game experience on the court.
Dallas Pets Alive | Dallas dallaspetsalive.org
On a mission to promote and provide the resources, education and programs needed to eliminate the killing of companion animals in North Texas.
Dallas Public Library | Dallas dallaslibrary.org
The J. Erik Jonsson Central Library in downtown Dallas can help your troop earn different badges. Your troop can also explore the 8-story building to earn the Dallas History Museum Explorers patch or the DPL Fun Patch!
Dallas Zoo | Dallas DallasZoo.com
Bring your Troop to the Dallas Zoo for a wildly fun field trip! Girl Scouts of all levels can book a self-guided visit filled with discovery and adventure. With approximately 2,000 animals representing over 300 species, the Dallas Zoo offers amazing opportunities to explore, learn, and connect with wildlife.
Deep in the Heart CPR | Flower Mound deepintheheartcprtraining.com
Official Red Cross partner Deep in the Heart CPR delivers OSHA-compliant training across DFW. Led by a Paramedic, nurse, and former Scout Leader with 25 years of emergency experience, we teach the ‘whys’ behind the ‘hows.’ Get same-day cards for CPR, AED, and First Aid. Mobile or Flower Mound studio.
DFW Surf | Grapevine, Little Elm dfwsurf.com
Offers Girl Scout Paddle Sports badge experiences featuring paddleboard and kayak instruction, water safety education, and guided paddles. Our programs help scouts build confidence, outdoor skills, and teamwork while having fun on the water.
Discovery Science Place | Tyler discoveryscienceplace.org
Offers hands-on STEM exhibits, events, and birthday parties!
Dynasty Dance Academy | McKinney ddatexas.com
Leaders. Memories. Friendships. THIS IS MORE THAN DANCE. Here, leaders are made. Bringing affordable & convenient dance programs to your community!
East Texas Arboretum | Athens easttexasarboretum.org
Our mission is to celebrate and educate our community through nature. The Arboretum is for everyone. We have been honored to play a role in the memories of nearly 10,000 guests a year and we look forward to welcoming you into the garden soon.
Eisenhower State Park | Dension tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/eisenhower
Adventure awaits on the shores of Lake Texoma! Explore trails along high bluffs, splash at our sandy swimming cove, or fish for striped bass, crappie and catfish. Connect to nature just an hour north of Dallas.
Elm Fork Education Center | Denton efec.unt.edu/sciclub-days.html
Custom badge-based programs for Daisies through Juniors. Programs are by appointment only on select Saturdays, 9:00 - 11:00 AM or 1:00 to 3:00 PM. UNT Sky Theater optional from 11:30 - 12:30 for additional fee. For more info, email the center.
Empower Your Period | Dallas empoweryouperiod.com
Turn growing-up questions into confidence! Through interactive activities, girls explore puberty, menstrual wellness, body appreciation, and healthy habits while building self-esteem and working toward Body Confidence and Health & Wellness badges.
Etiquette Training Institute | Virtual nauep.com
Offers engaging workshops on etiquette, leadership, confidence-building, and communication for Girl Scouts. Girls learn respect, poise, character, and practical life skills they can use at school, at home, in the community, and in future careers.
Farmers Branch Historical Park | Farmers Branch Fbhistoricalpark.com
An open-air and historic house museum nestled on 27 acres that traces more than 175 years of proud Farmers Branch history.
Franklin the Helper Children’s Books, LLC | Plano franklinthehelper.com
Empowers young writers through its Publish a Student Book Writing Workshop. Participants develop their stories, learn the publishing process, and become published authors with their books available on Amazon, fostering creativity, literacy, and confidence.
Frisco RoughRiders | Frisco mlb.com/milb/frisco
Program Providers
Join the Frisco RoughRiders for Grand Slam Girl Scout Night at Riders Field! Girl Scouts and their families will enjoy pregame activity tables, a special on-field Girl Scout parade, and a postgame movie and sleepover under the stars on the field for a one-of-a-kind ballpark experience.
Frontiers of Flight Museum | Dallas flightmuseum.com
Girl Scouts explore aviation, space, and STEM through hands-on programs. We offer onsite patch programs, offsite troop and community events, and custom activities for mixed scout levels, creating engaging aerospace experiences for scouts of all ages.
Girls Who Fight | Highland Village girlswhofight.com/girls-self-defense-program
Program helps girls build character, confidence, and strength through practical self defense training. Girls learn to protect themselves, resist peer pressure, set boundaries, and develop leadership skills so that they can become strong, capable, and confident young women.
Grant Halliburton Foundation | Dallas granthalliburton.org
Works to strengthen the network of mental health resources for children, teens, and young adults; promote better mental health; and prevent suicide.
Group Dynamix | Carrollton groupdynamix.com
Since 1998, Group Dynamix has sought to connect people in fun ways. Through hands-on games, creative challenges, and adventure-based activities, we make teamwork come alive. Our 38,000-square-foot facility is designed to spark collaboration and help groups of all kinds build stronger relationships.
Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary | McKinney www.heardmuseum.org
Dedicated to bringing nature and people together through a variety of events and education opportunities in our 289-acre nature preserve and museum. The Heard offers badge workshops and service projects for all Girl Scout groups and ages.
Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center | Dallas flynaec.org
The Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center (NAEC) inspires learners through hands-on STEM activities, aviation history, and immersive educational experiences. Located at Dallas Executive Airport, the NAEC connects the
lessons of the past with the skills needed for tomorrow’s careers and opportunities.
Humane Society of Dallas County | Dallas hsdallascounty.org
Our purpose is to promote adoption and provide a safe, healthy, and compassionate environment for the cats and dogs of Dallas County for as long as needed.
iCode North Dallas | Dallas icodeschool.com/dallas103
Discover iCode School’s STEM programs for Girl Scouts! Through hands-on badges, clubs, and tech summer camps, scouts dive into robotics, coding, and 3D printing. Guided by mentors using cutting-edge tech, girls earn official badges, build future-ready skills, and grow into the technology leaders of tomorrow.
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center | Combine wetlandcenter.com
Discover the wonder of wetlands through hands-on STEM adventures, birding, and outdoor exploration at the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center. Guests will investigate nature, learn about water and conservation, and build confidence through exciting, immersive experiences that connect science, adventure, and the outdoors.
Junior Players | Dallas juniorsplayers.org
Offers creative classes in visual and performing arts ranging from theater, visual arts, photography, music, dance, creative writing and much more. All classes are engaging, fun, and hands-on that boost confidence and communication while allowing youth to be creative and develop their talents in the arts.
Kaleidoscope Park Foundation | Frisco kaleidoscopepark.org
A nonprofit cultural destination created to celebrate creativity, community, and connection through inspiring public art, live performances, family-friendly festivals, and beautiful green space. It is a place where people of all ages and backgrounds can gather, explore, and feel a sense of belonging.
Lake Fork Stables | Yantis ridersup.org
A nonprofit organization offering the Rider’s Up! program, which aims to “open the world of horsemanship to children from diverse backgrounds, including low-income families, those on the autism spectrum, military families, and foster children.
Program Providers
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area (LLELA) | Lewisville LLELA.org
From badge workshops to group camping, LLELA offers great opportunities for all levels of Girl Scouts to get outside and get involved with nature!
LISDOLA | Lewsiville lisd.net/LISDOLA
Owned and operated by the Lewisville ISD Department of Environmental Learning, LISDOLA offers community access to our trails once a month on our Discovery Day Saturdays. See our website for specific dates. During the week, we serve only LISD campuses as a district destination for place-based, nature learning.
Longview World of Wonders | Longview longviewwow.org
A hand-on children’s museum in Longview, TX. The museum offers various programming and steam-related exhibits.
Mandy Montane - Author | Dallas mandymontane@hotmail.com
Mandy Montane is an author, singer, and songwriter. She has published the middle-age novel “Sarena of Beca” and offers writing workshops for Cadettes and above!
Mayhem Roller Derby | Tyler facebook.com/MadamsOfMayhemRollerDerby
Tyler’s very own roller derby team! Check out their Facebook page for events as they compete against other local teams. You can also reach out to them about learning how to skate or volunteer with the team. Derby! Derby! Derby!
McKinney Fire Department | McKinney mckinneyfire.org
We offer free classes for Babysitters that includes fire safety, security measures, hands-only CPR and Stop the Bleed. We also offer a free, one hour ‘Ready to React’ program. It includes Hands-Only CPR, AED and Stop the Bleed.
Meadows Museum | Dallas meadowsmuseumdallas.org
Private workshops available for Daisies, Brownies, or Juniors. Explore the Meadows Museum’s galleries on an interactive tour, then continue the fun by completing an art project. For a self-guided experience, Brownies can pick-up a FREE booklet from our Box Office with guided activities related to badge requirements.
Medieval Times | Dallas medievaltimes.com
Hear ye, brave Scouts and noble Troops! Adventure awaits at the Castle! We offer special Girl Scout rates, including
exclusive Girl Scout Dates featuring our Animal Science Workshop, which may help fulfill animal-related badge requirements. Every Girl Scout also receives an official Medieval Times patch to celebrate their quest!
Mesquite Championship Rodeo | Mesquite mesquiterodeo.com
The Mesquite Championship Rodeo is every June, July, and August at the air-conditioned Gomez Arena. Girl Scout families and friends are welcome to all our events but, there is a special Girl Scout Night and you can catch your own Tejas Riders Perform!
National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame | Fort Worth cowgirl.net
Dedicated to honoring and celebrating the incredible legacy of women who shaped the West. We offer specific Girl Scout Badges completing our Patch Program and can work with troops for Leadership Awards.
Natural Grocers | Dallas naturalgrocers.com/store/dallas-casa-linda
A female founded, specialty retailer featuring organic and natural groceries, body care and dietary supplements. Natural Grocers offers affordable prices and free nutrition education.
Paris Public Library | Paris paristexas.gov/89/Public-Library
Offers many events and workshops throughout the year, geared to all ages! Troops can also book space with them for meetings and events.
Plano African American Museum | Plano planoafricanamericanmuseum.org
Celebrating stories of African/Black Americans. Through historical exhibits and art, we chronicle the lives of these Americans from slavery to present day. Our focus is the resilience and determination of all those who overcame prejudices and thrived in this great nation.
Plano Chapter of the American Sewing GuildTeaching Another Generation (TAG) | Plano planoasgsews.org
Dedicated to sewing as an art and life skill. We enjoy working with girls to make projects for themselves and/or charity. We can adapt our sewing skills to meet the requirements of a Girl Scout badge of your choice. For more information, contact president@planoasgsews.org
Program Providers
Plano Metropolitan Ballet | Plano planometballet.org
Plano Metropolitan Ballet presents its Fairy Tale Ballet at the Plano’s Courtyard Theater. Which Princess story? It will be revealed on August 8! Special Girl Scout performances are on January 9th, 10th, and 16th. These include a patch, Q&A and photo opportunities with the performers. Tickets are $20 at planometballet.org.
Plano Public Library | Plano planolibrary.org
We offer programs that support badges for all ages, from 3D Printing classes to gardening to setting a budget. Bring your troop for a small group class, borrow a STEAM kit for a troop meeting, or check out our calendar for other opportunities. All our services are free and all programs are open to residents of any city.
Puttery | The Colony puttery.com
We are an all-ages (except Friday and Saturday night at 5 PM- closing) immersive min-golf, scratch kitchen venue. We support corporate and social events, birthday parties, etc. We have 4 mini golf courses and decorate for all of the holidays and special activations.
Readers 2 Leaders | Dallas readers2leaders.org
Provides literacy tutoring programs to elementary students. Attend our After-School or Summer literacy tutoring program (K-5th graders). Volunteer as a Reading Buddy (8th-12th graders).
Reunion Tower | Dallas reuniontower.com
Located in Dallas’ iconic Reunion Tower, the GeO-Deck offers 360-degree indoor and outdoor views. You can explore interactive displays, learn about landmarks, and spot favorite sights while discovering how the Tower’s light shows connect and celebrate the community below in a fun, engaging way for visiting troops today.
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! | Grand Prairie ripleys.com/attractions/ripleys-believe-it-or-not-grandprairie
Bring your Girl Scout troop to Ripley’s Grand Prairie for an unforgettable adventure! Explore five exciting attractions: Ripley’s Odditorium, Louis Tussaud’s Palace of Wax, Enchanted Mirror Maze, Ripley’s PowerUp, and the 7D Moving Theater. Ask about group discounts and overnight sleepovers!
Robert Garden Art Enterprise | Irving robertgardenart.com
Scouts Can Paint is a 90-minute workshop for ages 5-18
where participants create a realistic painting with stepby-step guidance from a professional artist and certified Robert Garden Art Instructor. All supplies are provided at your meeting. Students learn color theory, brushwork, composition, and perspective.
Sci-Tech Discovery Center | Frisco mindstretchingfun.org
Offers hands-on STEM experiences designed to spark creativity and critical thinking in young minds. Through interactive exhibits, engaging workshops, and real-world science applications, girls explore technology, engineering, and math in a fun and supportive environment.
Severe Weather Awareness Program | Mobile beyondtheskies.net
Learn about lightning, tornadoes, hail and flooding with safety info, storm chasing footage, and Q&A!
Shakespeare Dallas | Dallas shakespearedallas.org
Shakespeare Dallas presents the Summer of Shakespeare in the Park at Samuell-Grand Amphitheater. Join us under the stars for shows each Summer. Bring a blanket and experience the magic of live theatre.
Sherman Community Players Theatricks | Sherman scptheater.org
Program offers workshops for students throughout the year, and produces 3 quality shows every year.
Society of Women Engineers at SMU | Dallas instagram.com/smuswe
SMU SWE has loved volunteering with local Girl Scouts through hands-on STEM activities and science experiments. We enjoy sharing our passion for engineering while helping younger students feel excited, welcomed, and confident in STEM.
SPARK! Adventures in Creativity | Dallas parkdallas.org
Our mission is to ignite the spark of creativity inherent in all children. By exposing a young generation to a fully immersive and creative environment, with hands-on learning, we empower today’s youth to become the problem solvers and innovators of the future.
Sticky Fingers Cooking | Mobile stickyfingerscooking.com
Mobile cooking classes: our 4-18 week after school sessions and weekly summer camps that provide hands-on cooking sessions teaching internationally inspired, vegetarian recipes, kitchen skills, nutrition, history and culture and the magic of fresh ingredients.
Studio Bella for Kids | Dallas studiobellaforkids.com
Program Providers
A STEAM-based creative studio specializing in Girl Scout badge and petal workshops with a strong focus on hands-on learning and collaboration. Engineering is our specialty! Come tackle a petal, a badge, or join us for a 3 in one workshop!
talkSTEM | Varying Talkstem.org
Take a self-guided Math or STEM walk at Camp Whispering Cedars or many other sites across North Texas. Video guides freely available at Talkstem.org or on our YouTube channel.
Texas Astronomical Society of Dallas | Dallas TexasAstro.org
Welcomes girl scout troops to our public Star Parties, where knowledgeable volunteers set up telescopes, binoculars, astrophotography gear, and other instruments for hands-on exploration. Girl Scouts can learn to identify and observe celestial objects and complete Astronomy badge requirements with our guidance.
Texas Discovery Gardens | Dallas txdg.org
Offers hands-on nature and science programs for Girl Scouts, including badge-supporting workshops, guided garden and butterfly house experiences, animal encounters, and outdoor learning opportunities that help scouts explore STEM, ecology, leadership, and environmental stewardship.
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza | Dallas jfk.org
Discover history through interactive scout programs at The Sixth Floor Museum. Scouts explore leadership, citizenship, media literacy, and the legacy of President Kennedy through hands-on activities and engaging educational experiences designed to inspire curiosity, critical thinking and civic engagement in all ages.
TJC Center for Earth and Science | Tyler sciencecenter.tjc.edu
Features The Hudnall Planetarium, equipped with the latest in digital projection technology for our 40’ domed theatre. Visit the Velocity Lab with interactive displays, a rock and mineral showcase, and other exhibits exploring the universe.
Trinity Forest Adventure Park | Dallas trinitytreetops.com
Take your time navigating our self-guided courses with the encouragement and assistance of our team. Move from one level to the next, or stay where you feel most comfortable. Ultimately, the forest is yours to discover!
Trinity River Audubon Center | Dallas audubon.org/trinity-river
A unique oasis where Blackland Prairie, the Great Trinity Forest, and the Trinity River meet. Once an illegal dumping site, it is now a 102-acre natural haven. Through school programs, community events, and trails, TRAC connects people of all ages to nature.
Turning Teen | Mobile and Virtual turningteen.com
Created by Pediatricians and is delivered by Pediatricians. It offers a thoughtful educational puberty framework that supports age-appropriate learning, comfortable discussion in a fun and interactive way! Public and private workshops. Badge eligible!
Tyler Museum of Art | Tyler tylermuseum.org
An educational and cultural center to enrich the lives of East Texans and visitors. The museum is located on TJC’s campus. We provide free scheduled tours for visitors of all ages, free Family Day Art Activities and can provide Girl Scouts and free Girl Scout Family hour.
Tyler Public Library | Tyler cityoftyler.org/government/departments/library
Provides information, education, and recreation through resources. Free and memberships offer books, movies, games, and digital materials. The library hosts programs for children and families, a playroom and computers, offers tours and activities for groups and classes.
Whole Foods Market | Highland Village wholefoodsmarket.com
A multinational grocery store which sells products free from hydrogenated fats and artificial colors, flavors and preservatives. At the Highland Village location, we offer FREE badge workshops for all troop levels. Drop me a note and let me know what you would like to work on.
Wildlife On The Move - LIVE Animal Shows | Mobile wildlifeonthemove.com
Wildlife On The Move provides fun and educational LIVE animal presentations featuring amazing critters from around the world with 8 different themed program offerings to enhance and enrich the girl Scout experience and assist in obtaining Animal and Nature Themed Badges through their educational and entertaining programs.
Program Providers
Wize Computing Academy | DFW wizeacademy.com
K-12 STEAM education that goes beyond the classroom. Workshops, camps, after-school programs, and competition prep in AI, Robotics, Design, and Entrepreneurship, with a structured Journey and Badges pathway to track every milestone.
Yogi Kids | Flower Mound myyogikids.com
We offer yoga, fitness classes & workshops for kids & adults as well as a year round Preschool Play Program, holiday
camps & summer camps for kids 4 & up. We can provide classes for earning patches. Days & times are per availability of space & instructor. Most classes are just $10 a child with a min of 5 girls & max of 12.
Young Medics League | Richardson youngmedicsleague.my.canva.site
Offers hands-on first aid and CPR training for Girl Scouts. Participants learn essential safety and emergency response skills, earn their First Aid badge, and build confidence to be prepared for camping trips, outdoor adventures, and everyday emergencies.
www.gsnetx.org/camp
Support and Contact Information
For the best service, please email CustomerCare@gsnetx.org. Sending this email creates a support case and ensures that the person who has the answer will be in touch with you. This process gets cases to the correct team and allows tracking and response-time monitoring. Help us serve you better by always starting with an email to customer care.
• Dallas County Girl Scout DreamLab powered by Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson
• Denton County Girl Scout DreamLab
MISSION DELIVERY SERVICE AREAS
Area 1 Area 4
Area 2 Area 5
Area 3 Area 6
For information on staff serving your area, visit www.gsnetx.org/staff
GIRL SCOUT OFFICES
• Headquarters - JoAnn Fogg, North Dallas
• Tyler Girl Scouts Office
CAMPS
Camp Whispering Cedars, Dallas
Home of the STEM Center of Excellence
Camp Bette Perot, Palestine
Camp Gambill, Sumner
Camp Kadohadacho, Pottsboro
