Research shows that “the public education system is not creating an adequate civic education foundation for all youth,” and a Girl Scout Research Institute poll found that just 38 percent of girls…
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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.
Spring Outside: 6 Field Trips to Take with Your Troop
As much as we try to embrace the biting winds, bitter cold, and endless snow (more tips on making the most of winter here), nothing buoys our Midwestern spirits like…
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All About Volunteer-Led Day Camps
Summertime. Outdoor cooking. Group games and songs. Swimming. Nature. Arts and crafts. Girl Scout traditions. The list could go on! What does each of these things have in common? Volunteer-led…
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The Future is G.I.R.L.
If the themes of this year’s International Women’s Day—#PressforProgress—and Women’s History Month—Nevertheless, She Persisted—tell us anything, it’s this: girls are a force to be reckoned with, and we need G.I.R.L.s…
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Happy Girl Scout Week!
On Monday, Girl Scouts turned 106—that’s over a century’s worth of amazing G.I.R.L.s (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader)™—and it all started when Juliette Gordon Low officially registered Girl Scouts’ first 18…
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Troop Camp 101
There’s no doubt about it—troop camp is an amazing experience. Whether you’re a first-timer or a returning troop, there’s something valuable that every girl and adult can take away from…
Read On!Troop Camp 101