“Perfect is the enemy of the good.” You’ve probably seen or heard this quote, or some iteration of it, somewhere before. But how many of us actually take the message to…
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In the Loop Blog
Welcome to In the Loop, our blog for troop leaders! In this space, you’ll find activity ideas, stories about Girl Scout traditions, and tips and advice for all things troop-related.
Keep Calm and Travel On: Dealing with the Unexpected on Trips
No matter how meticulously planned and thoroughly prepared a trip is, unexpected challenges are bound to come up while traveling, whether it be an unseasonable snowstorm, flight delay, or a sick…
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Planning Inclusive Outdoor Adventures
When you picture someone who is adventurous, who comes to mind? Does this person share identities and experiences with the girls in your troop or with yourself? Chances are, they…
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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: 4 Tips for Co-leaders
Whether you’ve known your co-leader-to-be for years, or you two just met at a troop formation event, it’s important for you and your fellow troop leaders to become better acquainted…
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Cybersecurity Awareness Month
It’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Did you know that because of the Cybersecurity badges offered for every Girl Scout program grade level, Sylvia Acevedo, CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA,…
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Picture Perfect: Taking Stellar Photos of Your Girl Scouts
With a troop of 14 Daisies, I easily get wrapped up in the excitement and activities and forget to capture these Girl Scout moments in photos. Before I know it,…
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