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Opportunities for Older Girls! What’s your favorite thing about being a Girl Scout? Whether it’s the leadership opportunities, commitment to community service, having a blast at camp, spending time with your sister Girl Scouts, participating in unique events and programs, or all of the above, we have the thing for you! Learn all about the incredible ways you can stay involved and, of course, continue to fill that sash with shiny pins and special patches. Check off the opportunities that you’re interested in to create your roadmap to success!
Cadette G irl Scout Silver Award The Silver Award is the highest achievement for a Girl Scout Cadette. To earn the award, a girl must identify a community issue, then plan and execute a 50-hour project that addresses a root cause of that community issue.
Girl Scout Gold Award The Gold Award is the highest achievement in Girl Scouting, earned by Seniors and Ambassadors. To earn the award, a girl must identify a community issue, then plan and execute an 80-hour project that addresses a root cause of that community issue.
Leader in Action (LIA) Cadettes can earn a Leader in Action award by assisting a Brownie group on any of their National Leadership Journeys.
Counselor in Training (CIT I & II) Seniors and Ambassadors with an interest in becoming a camp counselor should start with CIT I and CIT II.
Service Bars These awards are earned when a Girl Scout provides 20+ hours of service to one organization, either in the Girl Scout community for a Service to Girl Scouting Bar, or beyond for a Community Service Bar.
GSEP Scholarships Seniors and Ambassadors can apply for GSEP scholarships to help cover the cost of things like Destinations and higher education expenses.
Silver Torch Award This award recognizes Cadettes who act as leaders in their communities by serving for one full term in a leadership position.
Want to learn more about opportunities for Older Girl Scouts? Sign up for our Older Girl Retreat at Camp Laughing Waters! More information can be found on page 10 of the Program Guide.
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Service Bars These awards are earned when a Girl Scout provides 20+ hours of service to one organization, either in the Girl Scout community for a Service to Girl Scouting Bar, or beyond for a Community Service Bar. Silver & Gold Torch Award This award recognizes Seniors who act as leaders in their communities by serving for one full term in a leadership position. Volunteer in Training (VIT) This award is for Seniors or Ambassadors who mentor a Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, Junior, or Cadette troop.
