Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines
Program Guide
2023-2024
HEY, Girl Scout
At Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines, our 2023-2024 Program Guide isn’t just an itinerary — it’s a passport to a captivating journey. Offering both in-person and virtual programming, creating a platform that bridges physical distance and harnesses the power of connectivity. It’s bursting with exciting avenues for badge-earning events, transformative training, and life-changing opportunities geared towards inspiring the challenge-seeker, change-maker, and most importantly, the inclusive leader in you.
With Girl Scouts, you’re offered a platform to explore new experiences in a secure and supportive environment where every troop member, volunteer, and staff member is committed to fostering equity and inclusion, celebrating your unique self, and empowering you to take on challenges in new, exciting ways. We understand that diverse perspectives, experiences, and talents make our organization stronger. So, whether you aspire to attain the highest award, spearhead your own service project, or venture into archery for the first time, we are all here, championing your individual journey to becoming the best version of yourself! With equitable access to programming in entrepreneurship, life skills, outdoors, and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), we encourage our Girl Scouts to broaden their horizons, developing new skills, and refining their passions. Stepping outside of comfort zones is where grit and determination transform into accomplished goals and cherished memories. This is a space where Girl Scouts can use their creative problem-solving skills, cultivate a brave spirit, and demonstrate that with the power of Girl Scouts, any goal is achievable. We invite you to be a part of this amazing journey, where we champion diversity, foster inclusion, and celebrate the unique stories each one of us brings. Dare to step outside your comfort zone - we’re here to support your journey. A constellation of unique experiences and a vibrant community of both familiar and fresh faces are just on the horizon, eager to welcome you. The moment to seize these extraordinary opportunities is now — let’s make a difference, together!
At Girl Scouts, we prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of our members and we strive to ensure that each member’s experience is inclusive and affirming. Our events for the coming year will be planned based on current health and safety protocols as guided by the Governor’s office, CDC, and other health agencies. Because this situation is continuously evolving, additional inclusive and accessible events may be added to our Activity Calendar as they are finalized. We can’t wait to welcome you this year, celebrating the diversity and strengths that each one of you brings to our community!
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Index Activity Registration Information ............................ 4 Activity Financial Information and Policies ........... 5 Adult Supervision Requirements ............................ 6 Activities At A Glance................................................ 7 New Badges and Awards for 2023-2024 ................. 12 Entrepreneurship ...................................................... 14 Life Skills .................................................................... 20 Highest Awards ......................................................... 36 Girl Scout Scholarships ............................................. 40 Leadership Opportunities ........................................ 41 Outdoor ...................................................................... 44 STEM .......................................................................... 64 Troop Year Plans Yr 1 and Yr 2 Support .................. 74 More Activities for Girl Scouts .................................. 77 Resource Kits ............................................................. 80 For Troop Leaders...................................................... 81 Our Donors.................................................................. 83
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Activity Registration Information
My GS (https://mygs.girlscouts.org/) is your digital one-stop shop for all things
related to your Girl Scout experience. To access My GS, visit mygs.girlscouts.org then select the Login button. In the pop-up window, you may need to reset your password using the “Forgot Password?” link if your family has a Girl Scout member but you haven’t yet set up your My GS account. Otherwise, you can create a My GS login by selecting the link “Don’t have an account? Sign up now.” Using My GS, you can… •
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Update contact information for each person in your family in My Household. Edit the profile for each person that needs to be updated so you don’t miss out on important communications, supplies mailed for virtual events, etc. Please note that updating the address for one person in the family does not update the address for everyone. Also, the system will not allow you to list the same email address for more than one person. Each adult that has an email address on their account must use their own unique email address.
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Renew or purchase memberships for your family through My Household. Check the box where you see “Time to Renew” as the status OR scroll to the bottom of the page and select “Register a new household member.”
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Check contact and meeting information in My Troops.
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Change your password, employer information, etc. in My Profile. Please note that any changes to contact information here will not be reflected on other members of the family. Those changes can be made through My Household. 2023-2024 Program Guide
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Register for events and camps in My Events. You will need to know the zip code of the city where the event takes place or expand the search radius from your zip code up to 90 miles. For event registration tips and a list of zip codes for our council properties, refer to page 7 or visit the Help Desk page on our website and select Activities. For virtual events, use 27613 as the zip code.
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Keep up with your troop calendar and meeting information in the Volunteer Toolkit.
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Gain the essential skills and knowledge to be a Girl Scout volunteer in gsLearn. You can also enhance your own personal and professional skills through any of the modules available in the Content Library. Scan the QR code to share your feedback about the Program Guide and events offered
Activity Financial Information and Policies Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines is proud to offer financial assistance to ensure every girl has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. To review the Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines’ full cancellation and refund policy and to learn more about and apply for financial assistance, including Troop Travel Assistance, visit nccoastalpines.org, move your cursor to Discover, then under Activities, select Financial Information and Policies. All activity financial assistance requests are completed online only. For questions, contact the Help Desk at helpdesk@ nccoastalpines.org or 800-284-4475.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines reserves the right to cancel an activity due to insufficient registration, acts of nature, or any other reason beyond our control. Councilsponsored activities are held rain or shine, unless inclement weather adversely affects the program. If an activity is cancelled or rescheduled, registered participants will be notified and refunds processed accordingly. A significant amount of planning time and money are spent months prior to the opening of council-sponsored activities and trainings. Prompt cancellation notification allows time for girls who may be on the waiting list to attend the activity. Our refund policies require notification to be provided by the customer to the Help Desk at least 15 days prior to an activity. Please review the complete policies on our website. nccoastalpines.org, Discover, Activities, Financial Information and Policies.
Financial Assistance Information
Requests for financial assistance are confidential and based on personal information establishing the applicant’s need. See below for the types of applications. Applications are available on our website. If you have Medicaid, you may be eligible for a Girl Scouts membership as part of your benefits. See https://www.nccoastalpines.org/en/about-girl-scouts/join.html for more info.
Activity Financial Assistance
Financial assistance is available for registered Girl Scouts who would otherwise be unable to attend council sponsored activities.
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Financial assistance is available for all events that cost $15 or more.
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To request financial assistance and reserve your spot, pay the deposit when registering for the event, choose “apply for financial assistance”, and complete the Individual Financial Assistance Request application form on our website.
To review the entire Financial Assistance policy and complete the Individual Financial Assistance Request application, visit the Activities page on our website and select Financial Information and Policies from the menu on the left. Your event registration is not complete until you have paid the deposit in gsEvents and completed the application form.
Troop Travel Assistance
Troop Travel is defined as an event, trip, or project that goes beyond the ordinary troop program and enhances the Girl Scout experience. Troop Travel programs are educational in nature and provide growth experiences for girls and persons involved. Only registered girl and adult members may apply for Troop Travel Assistance.
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Troop Travel Assistance applications are due on the first of every month.
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It is recommended that troops and/or individuals submit their applications three to six months in advance of the trip date.
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Please review the full policy and complete the online Troop Travel Status and Troop Financial Assistance Application on the Activities page of the council website, under Financial Information and Policies, Financial Assistance for Troops. 2023-2024 Program Guide
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Adult Supervision Requirements A minimum of two adults must accompany every troop to an in-person program activity unless otherwise stated. Please consult the guidelines in Safety Activity Checkpoints or Volunteer Essentials for exact ratio information. Our primary goal is to provide quality programming for Girl Scouts; space may not be available for additional adults above the stated ratio. Please note that if you exceed the number of adults required you may be asked to limit them based on space availability.
Two Unrelated Adults to Every •6 Girl Scout Daisies •12 Girl Scout Brownies •16 Girl Scout Juniors •20 Girl Scout Cadettes •24 Girl Scout Seniors •24 Girl Scout Ambassadors
Plus, One Adult to Every Additional set of •4 Girl Scout Daisies •6 Girl Scout Brownies •8 Girl Scout Juniors •10 Girl Scout Cadettes •12 Girl Scout Seniors •12 Girl Scout Ambassadors
If your Girl Scout’s troop is not attending an event, they can register to attend individually – for events open to individual registration. We encourage Girl Scouts to take part in events that speak to the person they are and will grow to be. In fact, girl-led activities are the secret sauce of Girl Scouting, and it’s easy to see why. When youth step up and take ownership of their decisions, they grow into confident leaders who can make informed and empowered decisions—a valuable skill they’ll carry throughout their lives. It might be tempting to step in for youth of any age but remember that giving them space to make their own decisions—and mistakes—is how they’ll tap into their most confident selves. That’s why we ask that for individual event registration, you limit the number of adults attending. Keep in mind that facility capacities apply to the total number of youth and adults so over-registering adult members means less opportunity for youth to try new things and grow their confidence. If more than three Girl Scouts from the same troop register for an event, you may be contacted and asked to reduce the number of adults attending. At this number, we consider this a troop registration and follow the ratios outlined in Safety Activity Checkpoints. Check our Activity Calendar online for more information and to register. Troop Registration: • A registration is considered a troop registration if more than three (3) Girl Scouts from the same troop are registered for an event • Troop registrations will need to meet ratios as outlined in Safety Activity Checkpoints • For Troop Registrations, troops will need: A First Aid/CPR-certified adult to accompany the troop For overnight events (unless otherwise noted) - an Outdoor Skills-certified adult Individual Registration: • Individual registration will need an adult in attendance unless otherwise noted in the description. • For overnight events, the adult in attendance must be background checked by Girl ScoutsNorth Carolina Coastal Pines.
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Activities At A Glance
Sample Activity Listing This sample activity listing explains the information published for each activity. If you have any questions, please email helpdesk@nccoastalpines.org or call 800-284-4475. Fees
The cost per youth and adult. You must register for all activities, even those without fees. This allows for appropriate safety planning and activity preparation. Please note, additional fees may apply for events open to nonmembers and out-of-council Girl Scouts.
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Activity location
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Date and time of the activity
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Opening date–Closing date Individual/Troop
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Daisies
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Brownies
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Juniors
C
Cadettes
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Seniors
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Ambassadors
Community Partners
Program Aide Opportunity
Daisy Yr 1 Support
Family Event
Brownie Yr 1 Support
Signature Event
Junior Yr 1 Support
Community Partner
Use this guide to: Review the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and changes this year. Register individually (single girl and adult chaperone) or as a troop (3 or more girls from the same troop with adult chaperones, per Safety Activity Checkpoints). •Camp Graham: 27537 •Camp Hardee: 27814 •Camp Mary Atkinson: 27576 •Camp Mu-Sha-Ni: 27281 •Virtual events: 27613
•Raleigh Girl Scout Center and Shop: 27613 •Fayetteville Girl Scout Center and Shop: 28303 •Goldsboro Girl Scout Center and Shop: 27534 •Wilmington Girl Scout Center and Shop: 28403
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Daisy Vi Petal Indigenous Peoples Along the Eno Girl Scouts Love State Parks Girl Scouts Love State Parks VIRTUAL Gold Award Workshop Target Sports Extravaganza VIRTUAL 10 Keys to College Affordability Camp Hardee Family Camp Camp Mary Atkinson Family Camp Gold Award Workshop Aviation 99s NextGen Entrepreneur Halifax PA Outdoor Skills Training Alpine Tower Climbing Day NextGen Entrepreneur Durham Troop Camp: First Overnight Safe Sitter Babysitting Essentials Fayetteville Outdoor Art Creator for Brownies NextGen Entrepreneur Robeson UNC Law Mock Trial VIRTUAL Building Your Silver VIRTUAL Gold Award Workshop Engineering Design Challenge Battleship 101 with Gearshifters Outdoor Skills: Fire and Food Gold Award Workshop Nature Play Day: Shapes and Math in Nature Teen Camporee: Gala of Games Virtual STEAM Power Hour Gold Award Workshop Racing with Brownies Fayetteville First Tee Clinic for Girls Scouts It's a Great Pumpkin, CMA! Outdoor Skills: Safety and Survival Racing with Brownies Wilmington TechnoQuest 2023 TechnoQuest 2023 – Adult Options Storybook Tales Be a Book Artist! Indigenous People Along the Eno NextGen Entrepreneur Lenior Outdoor Explorers! Math In Nature at White Deer Park Racing With Brownies Raleigh Outdoor Skills: Safety and Survival
27526 27278 28428 28450 27613 27281 27613 27814 27576 28584 28358 27890 27576 27576 27703 27537 28303 27526 28360 27599 27613 27613 27513 28401 27814 28403 27814 27281 27613 27613 27539 27539 27576 27576 28403 28303 28303 27601 27526 27278 28501 27281 27529 27613 27281
Wake Orange New Hanover Columbus Virtual Richmond Virtual Beaufort Johnston Carteret Robeson Halifax Johnston Johnston Durham Vance Cumberland Wake Robeson Orange Virtual Virtual Wake New Hanover Beaufort New Hanover Beaufort Richmond Virtual Wake Cumberland Wake Johnston Johnston New Hanover Cumberland Cumberland Wake Wake Orange Lenior Richmond Wake Wake Richmond
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VIRTUAL Gold Award Workshop Racing with Brownies Cape Carteret VIRTUAL College Planning Simplified Racing with Brownies Goldsboro Program Aide Core Gold Award Workshop NextGen Entrepreneur Wake Outdoor Skills: Fire and Food Nature Play Day: 5,4,3,2, Journey Day, Hooray! Target Sports Extravaganza Reach for the Stars Overnight Clever Consumer D/B Fayetteville Clever Consumer J/C/S/A Fayetteville
27613 28584 27613 27534 28303 27303 27518 27537 27537 27537 27514 28303 28303
Virtual Carteret Virtual Wayne Cumberland Cumberland Wake Vance Vance Vance Orange Cumberland Cumberland
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Girl Scouts Go Indoor Rock Climbing
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Wake
11/18/23
NextGen Entrepreneur Pender
28401
Pender
11/19/23
Girl Scouts Go Indoor Rock Climbing
27612
Wake
12/1/23 12/2/23 12/2/23 12/2/23 12/2/23 12/2/23 12/2/23 12/3/23 12/9/23 12/9/23 12/10/23 12/12/23 12/16/23 12/17/23 1/6/24 1/10/24 1/11/24
Reach for the Stars Overnight Safe Sitter Baby Sitting Essentials Wilmington Clever Consumer D/B Goldsboro Clever Consumer J/C/S/A Goldsboro Alpine Tower Climb Day Brownie Bash: Badge Blitz Day Junior Jam-Badge Blitz Day Nature Play Day: Between Earth and Sky The Incredible Brownie Journey The Incredible Junior Journey Target Sports Extravaganza VIRTUAL Gold Award Workshop Outdoor Skills-Fire and Food Gold Award Workshop Collage Artist VIRTUAL Gold Award Workshop VIRTUAL Building Your Silver Pioneer Prairie Days: A Junior Overnight Experience Gold Award Workshop Reach for the Stars Overnight Hibernate at Camp Outdoor Skills: Safety and Survival Gold Award Workshop Art and Design for Juniors VIRTUAL B/J Cybersecurity Escape Room VIRTUAL Daisy Cybersecurity Escape Room Courageous and Strong Daisies Fayetteville
27514 28403 27534 27534 27576 27576 27576 27576 27814 27814 27814 27613 27576 27534 27526 27613 27613
Orange New Hanover Wayne Wayne Johnston Johnston Johnston Johnston Beaufort Beaufort Beaufort Virtual Johnston Wayne Wake Virtual Virtual
S/A B S/A B C/S/A S/A J/C/S/A All D C/S/A B D/B J/C/S/A B/J/C/ S/A J/C/S/A B/J/C/ S/A B/J C/S/A D/B J/C/S/A J/C/S/A B J D B J C/S/A S/A All S/A S S/A C
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Johnston
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28303 27514 27814 27814 28403 27526 27613 27613 28303
Cumberland Orange Beaufort Beaufort New Hanover Wake Virtual Virtual Cumberland
S/A J D/B All S/A J B/J D D
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VIRTUAL Gold Award Workshop Courageous & Strong Daisies Goldsboro Courageous and Strong Daisies Raleigh VIRTUAL Early College Planning Courageous & Strong Daisies Wilmington World Thinking Day C/S/A (AM) World Thinking Day Juniors (PM) Gold Award Workshop Alpine Tower Climbing Day Courageous and Strong Daisies Cape Carteret Light the Way Overnight World Thinking Day /D/B/J Artistic Adventures Program Aide Core Gold Award Workshop Outdoor Art Master Clever Consumer D/B Raleigh Clever Consumer J/C/S/A Raleigh Camp Hardee Open House Outdoor Skills: Fire and Food Make Every Dance Step Count Mu-Sha-Ni Open House VIRTUAL Gold Award Workshop Digital Smarts Fayetteville Digital Smarts Raleigh Girl Scout Camp-In: Art and Jewelry Jamboree Digital Smarts Goldsboro Voter Girl! D/B Voter Girl! J/C
27613 27534 27613 27613 28403 27576 27576 28584 27576 28584 27514 27576 27576 27534 27534 27526 27613 27613 27814 27281 27607 27281 27613 28303 27613 27601 27534 27576 27576
Virtual Wayne Wake Virtual New Hanover Johnston Johnston Carteret Johnston Carteret Orange Johnston Johnston Wayne Wayne Wake Wake Wake Beaufort Richmond Wake Richmond Virtual Cumberland Wake Wake Wayne Johnston Johnston
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3/16/24
Girl Scouts Go Indoor Rock Climbing
27612
Wake
3/16/24
Target Sports Extravaganza
27576
Johnston
3/17/24
Girl Scouts Go Indoor Rock Climbing
27612
Wake
3/17/24 3/19/24 3/23/24 3/23/24 3/24/24 3/26/24 3/28/24
Camp Mary Atkinson Open House Digital Smarts Cape Carteret MiniQuest 2024 Outdoor Skills: Safety and Survival Camp Graham Open House Digital Smarts Raleigh Digital Smarts Wilmington Mount Olympus Mayhem: A Cadette Overnight Adventure MarineQuest Art and Design for Brownies Indigenous People Along the Eno
27576 28584 27576 27537 27537 27613 28403
Johnston Carteret Johnston Vance Vance Wake New Hanover
S/A D D C/S/A D C/S/A J S/A J/C/S/A D C D/B/J All C/S/A S/A A D/B J/C/S/A All All D/B/J All S/A J J D/B/J J D/B J/C B/J/C/ S/A C/S/A B/J/C/ S/A All J D/B/J All All J J
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Johnston
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28409 27526 27278
New Hanover Wake Orange
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Phenomenal U Fairy Festival Alpine Tower Climb Day VIRTUAL Gold Award Workshop VIRTUAL Building Your Silver Safe Sitter Babysitting Essentials Goldsboro Clever Consumer D/B Wilmington Clever Consumer J/C/S/A Wilmington Troop Camp: It's Not Easy Being Green Thrive 2024 MarineQuest Nature Play Day: Manic Makers Troop Camp: Where the Wild Things Are Girl Scout Camp-In: Art and Jewelry Jamboree First Tee Clinic Troop Camp: Full STEM Ahead Art & Design for Daisies MarineQuest Program Aide Core Gold Award Workshop NextGen Business Fair Cadette Movie Maker Turtles, Turtles Everywhere: Marine CSI VIRTUAL Gold Award Workshop Me and My Gal Camp In: Ultimate Slumber Party Safe Sitter Babysitting Essentials Raleigh Spring Repertoire Outdoor Art at White Deer Park Spring Repertoire Alternate Route VIRTUAL Gold Award Workshop Welcome to Cadettes
28301 27576 27576 27613 27613 27534 28403 28403 27281 28401 28409 27281 27814 27601 27539 27537 27526 28409 27613 27613 28401 28403 28403 27613 27576 27601 27613 27601 27529 27601 28403 27613 27576
Cumberland Johnston Johnston Virtual Virtual Wayne New Hanover New Hanover Richmond New Hanover New Hanover Richmond Beaufort Wake Wake Vance Wake New Hanover Wake Wake Pender New Hanover New Hanover Virtual Johnston Wake Wake Wake Wake Wake New Hanover Virtual Johnston
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New Badges and Awards for 2023-2024 Daisy Animal Observer You can learn a lot by watching animals. For instance, you might spot horses and cows sleeping…while standing up! Or maybe you could see an owl turning its head backward. If you look really closely, you might see that bats have teeny-tiny belly buttons. What else can you learn by watching? Let’s find out! Daisy Art and Design Do you paint or make cartoons? Do you take photos or create games? You might be a maker! Makers are people who turn ideas into art. Art can share a message or express a feeling. Artists might paint, draw or sculpt. Makers also create designs. Design is making something to solve a problem. Designers might build a birdhouse or sew costumes. They might even create a new toy. Daisy Craft and Tinker Do you have a favorite blanket? What do you like about it? Did someone make it for you? A blanket helps keep you warm. It solves a problem. Makers craft objects to solve a problem. They tinker with things as well, making their crafts even better. Daisy Create and Innovate Do you have a favorite picture book? What makes it special? Is it the story? The cover? The art inside? Someone made or created the book. They wrote the story. They created the art. Makers build things to help people, animals and the planet! They find new ways to do things, too. Sometimes they fail, and that’s okay! They learn something new. Brownie Art and Design Do you like to draw or paint? Art shares a message. It can be beautiful. It can be meaningful. It can solve problems and make a difference. Designers build objects from toys to buildings. They build, sew, animate, and even cook. Sometimes they solve problems, too! Brownie Craft and Tinker Problem solvers needed! All around the world, people have problems to solve. You can help by making or crafting solutions. A potholder helps keep cooks safe. An ID tag helps people find lost items. Makers craft using their imaginations, tools, and materials. They also tinker or make changes to make their crafts even better.
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Brownie Create and Innovate Imagine inventing a jetpack to fly to school! Or adding a sidecar to a bike for a pet to ride along. Makers turn ideas into objects. They create, or make, things. They innovate what they make, too. Innovate means to make something better or try something new. When makers create and innovate, they make the world better. They can help people, animals, and even the planet! Junior Animal Habitat – Updated Badge Content Imagine meeting a monkey or exploring the desert with a kangaroo. These animals live in the wild, so we don’t get to spend time with them in their natural homes—their habitats. Find out more about where animals live, how they play, and how we can help them! Junior Art and Design Art is made to share a message or express emotion. It can inspire people. It can make them think and feel. A painting, sculpture, or photograph can change the way you see the world. Design is a plan or drawing of something before it is made. Do you have a favorite graphic tee? Can you remember a great movie poster or book cover? Designers made them!
New Badges and Awards Continued Junior Craft and Tinker Ready, set, CRAFT! When you craft, you make something with care, skill, and imagination. You can craft with a computer and a 3-D printer. You can craft with recycled materials to help the planet. Makers turn ideas into objects. They also tinker or make changes to improve them. They might fix a broken clock. They might test what they make multiple times. Junior Create and Innovate Somebody invented the seat belt. Another person figured out how to make water safe to drink. Other people thought up the telephone, the hammer, the sandwich, and the bicycle. Makers use their imaginations to solve problems and build new things. They innovate or find new ways to solve problems. They can change the world, and you can, too! Cadette Animal Helpers – Updated Badge Content and Design Our planet’s ecosystems are made up of people, plants, and animals supporting one another to survive. Humans benefit by using animals for food, clothing, and other resources. Animals also provide us with companionship, love, and security. Service pets assist people with disabilities: guide dogs help people who are blind navigate their environment and hearing dogs can alert people who are deaf to specific sounds. Therapy animals provide comfort to people experiencing challenges, such as hospital stays or other stressful situations. Animals even help rescue lost people and discover tumors. Discover all the amazing ways animals help humans and how you can help animals, too.
World Thinking Day 2024 Award Theme: Our World, Our Thriving Future: The environment and global poverty Girl Scout Daisies-Ambassadors Join Girl Scouts and Girl Guides in over 150 countries around the world to make a difference on a global level! On February 22nd of each year, Girl Scouts and Girl Guides celebrate World Thinking Day with a different theme. It might be to help the environment, fight poverty, achieve gender equality, or to make sure everyone has access to education. On this day, you will honor the global Girl Scout and Girl Guide community by all doing activities around this special theme.
Bilingual Badge Booklets Five Daisy entrepreneurship badges are now available in English and Spanish as a bilingual version in one badge booklet. These are the badges included in this set: Cookie Goal Setter, Money Explorer, My First Cookie Business, My Money Choices and Toy Business Designer. You can also find them in the Girl Scout Shop. Retiring Badges Brownie Potter, Brownie Innovator, Brownie Entrepreneur, Brownie Painting, Junior Jeweler, Junior Drawing, Junior Product Designer, Cadette Entrepreneur, Senior Social Innovator
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Entrepreneurship Girl Scouts channel their inner boss and become an entrepreneur as young as kindergarten! Through our entrepreneurship programs, Girl Scouts learn to think outside the box, manage money, practice people skills, and so much more. Provided with a support system and backed by amazing volunteers, Girl Scouts are able to step outside their comfort zone and not just set goals but exceed them. By providing a foundation to learn important business skills, Girl Scouts is the perfect place for exploring entrepreneurship as they progress through Girl Scouts.
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Clever Consumer D B J C S A
Fees
Girl Scouts across our council are invited to their nearest Girl Scout Center and Shop for a full day about Money! Develop healthy money habits as we learn about budgeting, investment, financial planning, and how to use the money to achieve goals and improve the world. Girl Scouts will earn the Financial Literacy badge, as well as be given a $10 gift card to spend in the shop. Enjoy hands-on experience selling products as we take turns checking out customers alongside a Retail Shop employee. Discover the tools it takes to become a Clever Consumer. GSNCCP Member: $12 per Girl Scout/ Individual/Troop Grade levels: Girl Scout Daisies and Brownies
Where
Fayetteville Girl Scout Center and Shop, Cumberland County Zip Code: 28303
When
November 18, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Registration
Now–November 7, 2023
Where
Goldsboro Girl Scout Center and Shop, Wayne County Zip Code: 27534
When
December 2, 2023, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–November 21, 2023
Where
Raleigh Girl Scout Center and Shop, Wake County Zip Code: 27613
When
March 2, 2024, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Registration
January 9–March 5, 2024
Where
Wilmington Girl Scout Center and Shop, New Hanover County Zip Code: 28403
When
April 13, 2024, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 2, 2024
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Grade levels: Girl Scout Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors
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Where
Fayetteville Girl Scout Center and Shop, Cumberland County Zip Code: 28303
When
November 18, 2023 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration
Now–November 7, 2023
Where
Goldsboro Girl Scout Center and Shop, Wayne County Zip Code: 27534
When
December 2, 2023 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–November 21, 2023
Where
Raleigh Girl Scout Center and Shop, Wake County Zip Code: 27613
When
March 2, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–March 5, 2024
Where
Wilmington Girl Scout Center and Shop, New Hanover County Zip Code: 28403
When
April 13, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 2, 2024
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NextGen Entrepreneur J C S A
Do you dream of starting your own business one day? Want to take your lemonade stand, cookie booth, or jewelry shop to the next level? We’ve got just the workshop for you! Learn how to find opportunities, build business solutions, and shift your entrepreneurial thinking into overdrive. You will work alongside other Girl Scouts to plan future enterprises – everything from creative cookie sales strategies to the business of your dreams. The choice is yours! Girl Scout Juniors through Ambassadors are invited to learn about entrepreneurship at our one-day interactive workshops. Earn your age level Entrepreneurship badge at a regional workshop near you. You’ll also get a copy of the book Who Owns the Ice House?, a certificate for completing the Ice House Entrepreneurship Program, opportunities to meet local entrepreneurs, and more. Lunch and badge are included. Workshops hosted in partnership with local entrepreneurs and NC IDEA. Bonus! Parents, grandparents, guardians, aunts, uncles, and other adults in your circle are welcome to attend, too. Local Small Business Centers are hosting concurrent workshops for family and friends 18 and older. Adults must remain onsite; this is not a drop off event. Choose between attending your own workshop or serving as an adult chaperone for the Girl Scout workshop. At the workshop, you will get a roadmap for building your business idea. The roadmap culminates in creating a display and presentation to showcase your work. Between January and April 2024, you can participate in a virtual prep session to help you showcase and pitch your idea using the roadmap. Then, you’re challenged to tap into your self-esteem and rock your confidence by pitching your idea in front of fellow Girl Scouts, entrepreneurs, family, and friends at the NextGen Business Fair on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Cape Fear Community College. Girl Scouts who participate in the NextGen Business Fair will receive an event patch. There is no additional fee to participate in the business fair. You do not have to participate in the business fair to attend the workshop. At least three individuals will be selected to pitch their idea on the main stage.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $5 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult
Where
Halifax Community College, Halifax County Zip Code: 27890
When
Saturday, September 23, 2023 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
Now-September 12, 2023
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Where
Durham Tech Community College, Durham County Zip Code: 27703
When
Saturday, September 30, 2023, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
Now-September 19, 2023
Where
Robeson Community College, Robeson County Zip Code: 28360
When
Saturday, October 7, 2023, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
Now-September 26, 2023
Where
Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library, Lenoir County Zip Code: 28501
When
Saturday, November 4, 2023, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
Now-October 24, 2023
Where
Wake Technical Community College, Wake County Zip Code: 27518
When
Saturday, November 11, 2023, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
Now-October 31, 2023
Where
Cape Fear Community College, Pender County Zip Code: 28401
When
Saturday, November 18, 2023, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
Now-November 7, 2023
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Financial Literacy During the 2023-2024 membership year, individually registered Girl Scouts, called Juliettes, and troops will have the opportunity to participate in two council-sponsored money-earning activities. The Fall Product Program and Girl Scout Cookie Program provide Girl Scouts the chance to run their own businesses and earn proceeds for their troop or program experience. For more information about participating as a Juliette, visit nccoastalpines.org > GetInvolved > IndividuallyRegisteredMembers
Product Program Fall Product Program The 2023 theme for our Fall Program now matches our Cookie Sale theme which is Own Your Magic. The mascot for fall is the Ocelot. The Fall Product Program gives girls and troops the opportunity to sell magazine subscriptions (new and renewals), and very popular nuts and candies. Newly added to our online sales this year is Bark Box for pets as well as the ever popular Tervis Tumblers! We are very excited to include these into our lineup of products that help girls earn startup proceeds for their troop. This “friends and family sale” is conducted both face-to-face and via the internet through a secure e-commerce site. As part of the Fall Product Program, Girl Scouts develop e-commerce skills and leverage technology to help them learn and earn as they go. They can create their own Fall Product Program digital avatar and even earn a patch featuring the avatar they designed. Girl Scout Junior, Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador troops can choose the 15% proceeds plan with patches and recognitions or opt to receive 18% in proceeds and patches, in lieu of recognitions. Daisy and Brownie troops receive 15% with all patches and recognitions.
Girl Scout Cookie Program
Fall Product Important Dates
Cookie Program Important Dates
•Fall Product program begins October 1, 2023 •In-Person sales end October 25, 2023 •Online sales end November 5, 2023
•Initial Orders Due December 10, 2023 •Cookie Program Starts January 13, 2024 •Cookie Program Ends March 3, 2024
The 2024 Girl Scout Cookie Program theme is Own Your Magic with the axolotl as our mascot. By focusing on 5 key skills: goalsetting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics, the program is designed to help girls grow into confident leaders. All Girl Scout troops earn proceeds for participating in the Cookie Program, which can be used to fund troop adventures such as travel, community service projects, councilsponsored activities, and much more. Troops earn proceeds on a tiered proceed plan based on their boxes sold-per-girl average. The more troops sell, the more they earn. In addition to the tiered proceed plan, each Girl Scout is eligible to earn awesome recognitions based on overall sales. Girl Scouts earn cool patches for Walkabout Week, Operation Cookie Drop, and selling online through the brand-new Digital Cookie platform. They are also eligible to earn additional rewards such as themed t-shirts and hoodies, stuffed animals, and even items like computers, cameras, camping equipment and admission to various theme parks, museums and other destinations!
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Life Skills The benefits of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience aren’t just temporary… they last for life! Our goal is to build strong and confident Girl Scouts who will become successful and happy people, and this all starts with our life skills programs. These programs teach important lessons outside the classroom— whether it’s learning to stay healthy, tackling car care and maintenance, or the importance of becoming civically engaged. Our life skills events are an awesome way for Girl Scouts to safely and effectively learn to take care of themselves and change the world while having tons of fun!
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Daisy Vi Petal
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Community Partners
Girl Scout Daisies will go through all the steps of earning the Vi petal. We’ll create a clay plaque of the Daisy petals while learning about being a sister to every Girl Scout. Participants will receive a certificate of completion; badges should be purchased separately. All sales are final; no refunds for cancellations. Studio will work with registrants to reschedule for a new date if something comes up. Space is limited; only register adults needed to meet Safety Activity Checkpoint guidelines.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $20 per Girl Scout Individual/Troop
Where
Crazy Glaze Studio, Wake County Zip Code: 27526
When
September 2, 2023 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Registration
Now–Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner
Indigenous Peoples Along the Eno
D B J C S A Community Partners
Join the Eno River education team to explore, play games, and learn more about the Indigenous Peoples of the Eno River Valley who have continued to call this place home. Registrants will meet in front of the River Park Farmer’s Market Pavilion. We will walk a short way to the Replica Village, so please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. This program will fulfill at least two requirements for the North Carolina American Indians patch and at least one requirement for the Different Shoe Day patch.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $5 per Girl Scout Individual/Troop
Where
River Park Farmer’s Market Pavilion, Orange County. Zip Code: 27278
When
September 9, 2023, Grade levels: Girl Scout Daisies and Brownies 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Registration
Now–August 29, 2023
When
November 4, 2023, Grade levels: Girl Scout Juniors and Cadettes 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Registration
Now–October 24, 2023
When
April 6, 2024, Grade levels: Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–March 26, 2024
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VIRTUAL 10 Keys to College Affordability
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Community Partners
Girl Scouts, parents/caregivers, and volunteers are invited to join this one-hour webinar hosted by Advantage College Planning. The webinar will cover the following: • How the financial aid and scholarship processes work (hint: even middle to upper-middle-class families may qualify for financial aid!) • What students and families can do to maximize financial aid and scholarships • The financial aid timeline and how to apply • How to assess affordability in the college search process
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $0 per Girl Scout Individual/Troop
Where
Virtual Zip Code: 27613
When
September 19, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration
Now–Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner
Outdoor Art Creator for Brownies
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Community Partners
Girl Scout Brownies will go through all the steps of earning the Brownie Outdoor Art Creator badge while they create an elf house from scratch. You will use clay to create your unique pieces. Participants will receive a certificate of completion; badges should be purchased separately. All sales are final; no refunds for cancellations. Studio will work with registrants to reschedule for a new date if something comes up. Space is limited, only register adults needed to meet Safety Activity Checkpoint guidelines.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $20 per Girl Scout Individual/Troop
Where
Crazy Glaze Studio, Wake County Zip Code: 27526
When
October 7, 2023 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Registration
Now–Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner
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UNC Law Mock Trial
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Join women from the UNC Chapel Hill School of Law to earn your Finding Common Ground badge. You’ll learn about group decison-making, civil debate, compromise, and mediation at this fun, hands-on event.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $10 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
UNC-Chapel Hill, Orange County Zip Code: 27514
When
October 8, 2023 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Registration
Now–September 26, 2023
First Tee Clinic for Girls Scouts
D B J C S A
Join us for a full day of putting, chipping, and full swings. Girl Scouts build life and leadership skills that empower them in all areas of life, including school, friendships, and eventually careers. This program will take place outside, Girl Scouts should dress appropriately and bring a water bottle.
Community Partners
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $5 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
First Tee Triangle, Wake County Zip Code: 27539
When
October 28, 2023 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Registration
Now–October 17, 2023
When
April 27, 2024 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Registration
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Be a Book Artist!
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Community Partners
Girl Scout Cadettes will go through all the steps of earning the Cadette Book Artist Badge while you will learn how to create hand-made books. You will create two different hand-made books. Participants will receive a certificate of completion; badges should be purchased separately. All sales are final; no refunds for cancellations. The studio will work with registrants to reschedule for a new date if something comes up. Space is limited, only register adults needed to meet Safety Activity Checkpoint guidelines.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $20 per Girl Scout Individual/Troop
Where
Crazy Glaze Studio, Wake County Zip Code: 27526
When
November 4, 2023 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Registration Now–Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner.
Storybook Tales
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Community Partners
Storybook Tales featuring The Dancing Princess and Fairy Doll will take place on November 4, 2023. Showtimes at 2 pm and 6 pm at AJ Fletcher Theatre, Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in Raleigh. Special Girl Scout Ticket rate at $12 per Girl Scout/family member. Virtual tickets available! General admission tickets will be available on August 1 directly through Raleigh Dance Theatre.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $14.25 per Girl Scout/family member Individual/Troop
Where
Fletcher Theatre, Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in Raleigh, Wake County Zip Code: 27601
When
November 4, 2023 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration September 1st – Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner. When
November 4, 2023 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm
Registration Now–Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner.
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VIRTUAL College Planning Simplified
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Community Partners
Attention high school Girl Scouts! Do you have a plan for after you graduate? Join our partners at Advantage College Planning for an informative session on the many ways to get started on your post-secondary education planning. In this one-hour webinar, we’ll cover the following: College affordability: how to determine which colleges will be most generous with need-based and meritbased aid. Ways to recognize a good fit college for you: academically, socially, and financially. What matters most on a campus visit: what to look for and what questions to ask .The college application timeline. The most important factors in the college admission process and how to stand out.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $0 per Girl Scout Individual/Troop
Where
Virtual Zip Code: 27613
When
November 8, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration
Now–Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner.
Girl Scouts Go Indoor Rock Climbing
B J C S A
All participants must have a waiver on file. Participants should come in comfortable athletic wear and bring a water bottle. Please keep in mind that visits are limited to 25 participants, including both girls and adults.
Community Partners
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $15 per Girl Scout/$0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Triangle Rock Club, Wake County Zip Code: 27612
When
November 18, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
March 16, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
November 19, 2023 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
March 17, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration Now–Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner. 2023-2024 Program Guide
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Collage Artist
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Community Partners
Girl Scout Seniors will go through all the steps of earning the Senior Collage Artist Badge while creating an interpersonal collage using elements of composition and layering. Participants will receive a certificate of completion; badges should be purchased separately. All sales are final; no refunds for cancellations. Studio will work with registrants to reschedule for a new date if something comes up. Space is limited, only register adults needed to meet Safety Activity Checkpoint guidelines.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $20 per Girl Scout Individual/Troop
Where
Crazy Glaze Studio, Wake County Zip Code: 27526
When
January 6, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Registration
Now–Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner.
Art and Design for Juniors
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Community Partners
Girl Scout Juniors will go through all the steps of earning the Junior Art and Design badge while creating a mushroom garden out of clay. You will learn about elements and composition. Participants will receive a certificate of completion; badges should be purchased separately. All sales are final; no refunds for cancellations. Studio will work with registrants to reschedule for a new date if something comes up. Space is limited, only register adults needed to meet Safety Activity Checkpoint guidelines.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $20 per Girl Scout Individual/Troop
Where
Crazy Glaze Studio, Wake County Zip Code: 27526
When
February 3, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Registration
Now–Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner.
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VIRTUAL Early College Planning
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Community Partners
Tip #1: It’s not too soon! The transition to high school can be stressful for parents and students, but the college planning process doesn’t need to be! Learning about the college planning process early results in more options for students and less stress for everyone. In this one-hour seminar, experienced college consultants will discuss: • How the freshman year of high school can impact the college admission process • The importance of well-thought-out course selection • How high school students can spend their time wisely (and not so wisely) • The most critical factors in the college admission process and what you can focus on now to help your student be successful.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $0 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Virtual Zip Code: 27613
When
February 13, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration Now–Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner.
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World Thinking Day
D B J C S A
Did you know that as a Girl Scout, you are part of a global movement of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS)? Since 1926, Girl Guides and Girl Scouts worldwide have gathered to explore the yearly theme and its impacts on this sisterhood. This year’s World Thinking Day theme is “Our World, Our Thriving Future: The Environment and Global Poverty.” During this hands-on interactive event, Girl Scouts will complete the steps to earning the 2024 World Thinking Day award that they will receive for attending the event. We will also work on finishing some steps to achieving the Global Action award at each grade level. For adults in attendance, we are offering two workshop sessions that you can attend; details regarding the adult workshops will be in the confirmation packet. We are excited to have you join us for this Girl Scout Tradition planned by our World Thinking Day Committee of Girl Scouts of all ages!
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $15 per Girl Scout/$5 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
For Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors When
February 17, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
For Girl Scout Juniors Only When
February 17, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023-January 30, 2024
For Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors When
February 24, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm OR 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023-February 6, 2024
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Outdoor Art Master
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Community Partners
Girl Scout Ambassadors will go through all the steps of earning the Outdoor Art Master badge while creating a two-part painting featuring both black and white and the colors of nature. Participants will receive a certificate of completion; badges should be purchased separately. All sales are final; no refunds for cancellations. Studio will work with registrants to reschedule for a new date if something comes up. Space is limited, only register adults needed to meet Safety Activity Checkpoint guidelines.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $20 per Girl Scout Individual/Troop
Where
Crazy Glaze Studio, Wake County Zip Code: 27526
When
March 2, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Registration
Now–Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner.
Make Every Dance Step Count
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Community Partners
Join Raleigh Dance Theatre for an exciting afternoon of dancing as you learn about the history of classical ballet, basic technique, and what goes into putting on a dance performance. As a special bonus, you will see a sneak preview of costumed dancers in a scene from Raleigh Dance Theatre’s upcoming Spring Repertoire performance. Dance with pre-professional dancers and learn ballet steps, stretches, and exercises they do every day. Create your own dance moving in your favorite ways!
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $15 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Raleigh School of Ballet Studio, Wake County Zip Code: 27607
When
March 10, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration
Now–Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner.
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Girl Scout Camp-In: Art and Jewelry Jamboree
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Community Partners
Explore your creative side during this night full of artistic adventures! Create beautiful works of art while working on the Sunny Petal or the Art & Design Badge. Explore the museum and make new friends along the way. End the evening with the ultimate dance party! After sleeping in the museum, wake to a continental breakfast and a special screening of an IMAX movie. Late-night snack, breakfast, and a Marbles Kids Museum patch are included. Registered background checked adults must accompany Girl Scouts.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $55 per Girl Scout/$55 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Marbles Kids Museum, Wake County Zip Code: 27601
When
March 16, 2024 - March 17, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 am
Registration
January 9, 2024–March 5, 2024
When
April 27, 2024 - April 28, 2024 6:30 pm - 9:00 am
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 16, 2024
Voter Girl! Daisy and Brownies
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Did you ever wonder how our government gets things done? Become a Voter Girl and find out! Girl Scout Daisies and Brownies will spend the morning at camp to learn from members of the League of Women Voters about how our government works at the local, state, and national level. Girl Scouts will earn and receive the Democracy badge and a Voter Girl fun patch. The event will wrap up with an informal meeting over lunch (included in the event cost), where you can speak with and learn from female elected officials. The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $15 per Girl Scout/$8 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
March 16, 2024 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–March 5, 2024
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Voter Girl! Junior and Cadette
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How does our government get things done? What are the roles of the three branches of the federal government, and how do they work together? Become a Voter Girl to find out! Girl Scout Juniors and Cadettes will spend the afternoon at camp to learn from members of the League of Women Voters. You will find out how our government works at the local, state, and national level, as well as what the three branches of our federal government do and how they work together to make a balanced government. Attendees will earn the Democracy badge. You’ll also receive a Voter Girl fun patch. We will start the event with an informal meeting over lunch (included in the event cost), where you can speak with and learn from female elected officials. The League of Women Voters is a non-partisan organization.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $15 per Girl Scout/$8 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
March 16, 2024 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–March 5, 2024
MiniQuest 2024
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Join us at Camp Mary Atkinson for the Signature Event, MiniQuest! This fun day is specifically for our Daisy, Brownie and Junior Girl Scouts to experience a minisampler of Girl Scouting by exploring all four pillars in one day: STEM, Life Skills, Outdoors, and Entrepreneurship. Come and learn from professionals across the state in activities focused on creative arts, healthy living, team building, STEM and so much more! Girl Scouts will attend a series of 30 minute workshops throughout the day as well as participate in the interactive MiniQuest Expo. Leave with new skills, new friends, and of course, a fun patch for your participation! Snacks will be provided. Participants will need to bring their own lunch.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $15 per Girl Scout/ $5 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
March 23, 2024 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–March 12, 2024
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Art and Design for Brownies
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Community Partners
Girl Scout Brownies will go through all the steps of earning the Art and Design badge while creating a mouse on cheese and learning about subject and composition. Participants will receive a certificate of completion; badges should be purchased separately. All sales are final; no refunds for cancellations. Studio will work with registrants to reschedule for a new date if something comes up. Space is limited, only register adults needed to meet Safety Activity Checkpoint guidelines.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $20 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Crazy Glaze Studios, Wake County Zip Code: 27526
When
April 6, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Registration
Now–Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner.
Thrive 2024
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Together we THRIVE! Join us for the newest Signature Event, Thrive 2024, in the beautiful historic Downtown Wilmington. Specifically designed for middle & high school students, Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors will embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery, skill-building, and empowerment. Thrive is a conference style event that aims to foster a supportive and inclusive environment, where you chose your day of enlightening workshops, try handson creative activities, interact in fun challenges, and hear from motivating professional women. Leave the day feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to build a future that goes beyond today! Prior to the event, you will receive additional information about the session content and facilitator for each workshop and will have the opportunity to choose your workshop topics to participate in throughout the day. All registrants will receive lunch and a fun patch for participation in the event.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $18 per Girl Scout/ $10 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
HBHUSO/Community Arts Center, New Hanover County Zip Code: 28401
When
April 20, 2024 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 9, 2024
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Art & Design for Daisies
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Community Partners
Girl Scout Daisies will go through all the steps of earning the Daisy Art and Design badge. We will create a beach scene out of clay while learning about subject matter and clay. Participants will receive a certificate of completion; badges should be purchased separately. All sales are final; no refunds for cancellations. The studio will work with registrants to reschedule for a new date if something comes up. Space is limited, only registered adults needed to meet the Safety Activity Checkpoint should register.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $20 per Girl Scout Individual/Troop
Where
Crazy Glaze Studios, Wake County Zip Code: 27526
When
May 4, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Registration
Now–Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner.
Camp In: Ultimate Slumber Party
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Community Partners
Ready for the Ultimate Slumber Party? Come prepared to pamper yourself-with a touch of nail polish, a dash of glitter, and sweet cookies. Mix in singing and dancing, and you get the ultimate slumber party! Explore the museum and play in your pajamas while making new friends and working toward the Zinni Petal, My Best Self Badge, and Staying Fit Badge! After sleeping in the museum, wake to a continental breakfast and a special screening of an IMAX movie. Late-night snack, breakfast, and a Marbles Kids Museum patch are included. Registered background checked adults must accompany Girl Scouts.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $55 per Girl Scout/ $55 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Marbles Kids Museum, Wake County Zip Code: 27601
When
May 11, 2024-May 12, 2024 6:30 pm - 9:00 am
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 30, 2024 2023-2024 Program Guide
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Cadette Movie Maker
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Making your own movie has never been easier using today’s technology. Cadettes will have the opportunity to earn their Digital Movie Maker badge in this oneday workshop at the Wilmington Service Center. Teaming up with Wallaby Film Production, Girl Scouts will learn from a professional editor about digital video basics and how to storyboard and record their own movie. You will have the chance to see green screen magic come to life right before your eyes. The workshop will conclude with a premiere screening of our finished movies for family and friends to watch! Tablets will be provided to use during the workshop. Girl Scouts are required to bring their own lunch.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $15 per Girl Scout Individual/Troop
Where
Wilmington Girl Scout Center and Shop, New Hanover County Zip Code: 28403
When
May 4, 2024 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 23, 2024
Spring Repertoire
D B J C S A Community Partners
This family-friendly performance, about 90 minutes in length, is a perfect day out for Girl Scouts and their families. Enjoy a professional quality ballet production that will delight children of all ages in a beautiful theater. Raleigh Dance Theatre is offering 3 sessions for this event. Attending this performance also fulfills one requirement of the Make Every Dance Step Count council patch program. General admission tickets will be available on August 1 directly through Raleigh Dance Theatre. Mark your calendar to save the date! Show title to be released in November.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $14.25 per Girl Scout/ $14.25 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Cary Academy Theater, 1500 N Harrison Ave, Cary, NC Zip Code: 27513
When
April 13, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm April 14, 2024 3:00 pm-4:30 pm
Registration
Now–Please visit our website for details and register for this event through our community partner.
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Welcome to Cadettes!
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Ready for more fun, adventures, and friendship? Bring it on! Join us for a hands-on event for new Cadette Girl Scouts to get a sneak peek at all of the exciting experiences that await you. All registrants will attend an interactive Middle School Survival Guide session as well as have the opportunity to choose an activity around Camp Mary Atkinson, including the alpine tower, archery & axe-throwing, or paddleboarding. Choose your Camp Activity when you register.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $25 per Girl Scout/ Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
September 14, 2024 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–September 3, 2024
Phenomenal U
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Join us at Phenomenal U to learn skills that will help get you high-school and college ready! Topics we’ll cover include healthy relationships, managing your time and money, how to take care of yourself physically, and exploring what’s next after high school. Workshops will take place at a college campus so you can get a firsthand experience of campus life! Phenomenal U is an annual event being offered by Girl Scouts of North Carolina Coastal Pines BIPOC (Black Indigenous, and People of Color) Employee Resource Group that will aid in the holistic development of teenage girls. While our event is open to all girls, we hope to provide workshops tailored to teenagers of color from under-resourced areas. These workshops will be taught by facilitators with diverse backgrounds to increase awareness of representation. At Phenomenal U, girls will engage in hands-on workshops focused on financial literacy, emotional health and wellness, physical health, and post-secondary education advice and assistance. Phenomenal U will be hosted at a local college so that girls can get a first-hand experience of campus life and the school’s offerings. Lunch will be provided. Phenomenal U is open to all girls and non-members.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $5 per Girl Scout/ $12 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Fayetteville Zip Code: 28301
When
April 6, 2024 10:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Registration
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Highest Awards Each year, the Girl Scout Gold, Silver, and Bronze Awards are earned by Girl Scouts who have planned and executed far-reaching projects in response to pressing community needs. In the process, you will gain skills in leadership, project planning, time management and budgeting... plus confidence to last a lifetime. Gold, Silver and Bronze Award Girl Scouts are the youth leaders their communities need to create solutions to the new and ever-changing challenges that arise.
Girl Scout Gold Award The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest and most prestigious award that Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors can earn. To earn the Girl Scout Gold Award, start by completing two Girl Scout Senior or Ambassador Journeys, or earning the Silver Award and completing one Senior or Ambassador Journey. After you have fulfilled the Journey(s) requirement, you will need to complete the online Gold Award Orientation and attend a Gold Award Workshop—either virtually or in person. Eighty (80) hours is the suggested minimum hours to complete your Gold Award.
IMPORTANT DATES: It is highly recommended that Girl Scout Gold Award Proposals be submitted no later than March 1st of a Girl Scout’s senior year in high school. Gold Award Final Reports must be submitted by September 30th after a Girl Scout completes 12th grade.
Girl Scout Silver Award
Gold Award Proposals & Final Reports Due: September 1, 2023 October 2, 2023 November 1, 2023 December 1, 2023 January 2, 2024 February 1, 2024 March 4, 2024 April 1, 2024 May 1, 2024 June 3, 2024 July 1, 2024 August 1, 2024 September 2, 2024
Going for the Girl Scout Silver Award gives a Girl Scout Cadette the chance to show that you are a leader who is organized, determined, and dedicated to improving your community. The prerequisite to earning the Girl Scout Silver Award is to complete a Girl Scout Cadette Journey. Once you complete your Journey, you can either work in a small group of 2-4 Girl Scouts, or individually to complete a Silver Award Take Action Project. Each Girl Scout, whether working as part of a team or as an individual, should complete a suggested minimum of fifty (50) hours toward the project. Attending a Silver Award Workshop gives you the knowledge and tools you need to earn your Silver Award. Attendance is not required but is highly recommended. A Silver Award Proposal must be submitted by your team before beginning your project, so that you can receive feedback before starting.
IMPORTANT DATES: Silver Award Final Reports must be submitted by September 30th after the oldest member of the team completes 8th grade.
Girl Scout Bronze Award The Girl Scout Bronze Award is the highest honor a Girl Scout Junior can achieve. When you pursue the 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! Earning the Girl Scout Bronze Award involves the time to complete a Junior Journey, and then a suggested minimum of 20 hours (per Girl Scout) building your team, exploring your community, choosing your project, planning it, putting your plan in motion and spreading the word about your project. To learn more, complete the online Girl Scout Bronze Award training available on our council web page.
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Gold Award Workshop Once you’ve completed the orientation, take a deep dive into the Gold Award process at a Girl Scout Gold Award Workshop. This is the perfect place to really dig into your Gold Award! Each workshop is facilitated by a Gold Award committee member or GS-NCCP staff member and designed to provide a hands-on experience for Girl Scouts who are going Gold. We’ll take you through the steps of the Gold Award process utilizing Your Guide to Going Gold. We’ll work through the sample issue to help you understand what makes a Take Action Project different from community service. We’ll pay particular attention to ensuring sustainability, understanding your project’s national/global link, and tracking measurability – since all are critically important to your project. Go ahead, bring all your questions!
Grade Levels: Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors S A Fees
GSNCCP Member: $0 per Girl Scout/Individual
In-Person Gold Award Workshop
VIRTUAL Gold Award Workshop
Where
Cape Carteret Girl Scout Office, Carteret County Zip Code: 28584
Where
Zip Code: 27613
When
September 23, 2023 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
When
September 13, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Registration
Now–September 12, 2023
Registration
Now–September 5, 2023
Where
Wilmington Girl Scout Center, New Hanover County Zip Code: 28403
Where
Zip Code: 27613
When
October 15, 2023 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
When
October 12, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Registration
Now–October 3, 2023
Registration
Now–October 3, 2023
Where
Raleigh Girl Scout Center, Wake County Zip Code: 27613
Where
Zip Code: 27613
When
October 22, 2023 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
When
November 6, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Registration
Now–October 10, 2023
Registration
Now–October 31, 2023
Where
Fayetteville Girl Scout Center, Cumberland County Zip Code: 28303
Where
Zip Code: 27613
When
November 11, 2023 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
When
December 12, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Registration
Now–October 31, 2023
Registration
October 3, 2023–November 28, 2023 2023-2024 Program Guide
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In-Person Gold Award Workshop
VIRTUAL Gold Award Workshop
Where
Goldsboro Girl Scout Center, Wayne County Zip Code: 27534
Where
Zip Code: 27613
When
December 17, 2023 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
When
January 10, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–December 5, 2023 Registration
October 3, 2023–January 2, 2024
Where
Fayetteville Girl Scout Center, Cumberland County Zip Code: 28303
Where
Zip Code: 27613
When
January 21, 2024 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
When
February 8, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–January 9, 2024
Registration
October 3, 2023–January 30, 2024
Where
Wilmington Girl Scout Center, New Hanover County Zip Code: 28403
Where
Zip Code: 27613
When
January 28, 2024 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
When
March 11, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–January 16, 2024
Registration
January 9, 2024–February 27, 2024
Where
Cape Carteret Girl Scout Office, Carteret County Zip Code: 28584
Where
Zip Code: 27613
When
February 17, 2024 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
When
April 9, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–February 6, 2024
Registration
January 9, 2024–March 26, 2024
Where
Goldsboro Girl Scout Center, Wayne County Zip Code: 27534
Where
Zip Code: 27613
When
March 2, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
When
May 8, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–February 20, 2024 Registration
January 9, 2024–April 23, 2024
Where
Raleigh Girl Scout Center, Wake County Zip Code: 27613
Where
Zip Code: 27613
When
May 4, 2024 2:00 - 4:00 pm
When
June 18, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 23, 2024
Registration
January 9, 2024–June 4, 2024
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Silver Award Workshop Take a deep dive into creating a Silver Award Take Action Project. In this workshop, you will work with a sample issue to find a root cause, connect with the community, plan a successful project, and plan for sustainability. We’ll also look at measurability and global links so you can practice with those concepts. Finally, we’ll review the Silver Award proposal form to get you and/or your team ready to write yours! Bring your ideas and questions - there will be plenty of discussion time!
Grade Levels: Girl Scout Cadettes Fees
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GSNCCP Member: $0 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual
VIRTUAL Building Your Silver Where
Zip Code: 27613
When
October 11, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 3, 2023
Where
Zip Code: 27613
When
January 11, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–January 2, 2024
Where
Zip Code: 27613
When
April 10, 2024 6:30 pm–8:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–March 26, 2024
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Girl Scout Scholarships Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines is pleased to have the ability, based on donor funding, to award the following annual scholarships to high school students, undergraduates, and adult professionals pursuing further education. Eligible Girl Scout members can apply for the following fantastic scholarships. We encourage our members to explore each scholarship. From studying abroad to educational expenses, these scholarships are aimed at providing exciting opportunities for applicants. Visit the Scholarships page on our website to learn more about these and other scholarship opportunities. Preference is given to high school seniors primarily residing in Brunswick, New Hanover or Pender Counties.
Gladys Marion Scholarship Endowment
The Gladys Marion Scholarship Endowment was made possible by a lifetime member of Girl Scouts who gave her time and shared her talents to support girls as they developed their leadership skills and prepared to be the next generation of leaders. This scholarship recognizes those who have demonstrated significant leadership as members of Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines by earning their Girl Scout Gold Award or equivalent participation in Girl Scout leadership programs. The scholarship is a four-year scholarship and will support the recipient each year over the course of their undergraduate tenure, provided the recipient continues to meet academic requirements. This scholarship is open to all Girl Scouts. Preference will be given to high school seniors primarily residing in Brunswick, New Hanover, or Pender county.
Jane S. Barringer Award
“Mrs. B” was an inspiration to Girl Scouts in our council for over 50 years! As a teen advisor and troop leader, she offered girls different perspectives and opportunities to make a difference. If you are proactive and passionate about making the world a better place, apply for this award designed to further your education or skill development. This award is open to Gold Award Girl Scouts who are high school seniors or adult professionals pursuing further education or skill development.
Misty Crabtree Eastham Scholarship
Misty was a Girl Scout who earned her Girl Scout Gold Award in spite of many adversities in her life. Girl Scouts gave her a network of friends to support and guide her through life-changing decisions. One of those decisions took her out of an abusive home life and into foster care with her then Girl Scout leader. Misty overcame adversity and embodied a sense of selflessness, generosity, drive, and determination. She completed an Associate’s degree, a Bachelor’s degree, a certificate program, and had been accepted to a Pharmacy Tech program before she was diagnosed with cancer. She was also an extremely supportive and devoted military spouse for 15 years. Her scholarship recognizes and rewards Girl Scouts with these same qualities. The award from this scholarship is used to help pay for college expenses. This scholarship is open to Gold Award Girl Scouts who are high school seniors. Preference will be given to Girl Scouts who have overcome adversity as defined by the applicant.
GSUSA Gold Award Scholarship
The GSUSA Gold Award Scholarship recognizes the outstanding achievements of and provides financial support to one Gold Award Girl Scout per council. Girl Scouts who are high school seniors or graduates, and earned their Gold Award between April 1, 2023, and March 31, 2024, are eligible to apply for this scholarship in 2024. Girl Scouts who earn their Gold Award in 9th, 10th, or 11th grade will be eligible to apply during their 12th grade year.
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Leadership Opportunities CIT I The CIT (Counselor in Training) 1 is a program designed to help young adults grow in themselves, learn more about camp and skills to become life-long leaders. To earn this award, you complete a leadership course designed by the council on outdoor experiences and work with younger Girl Scouts over the course of a camp session.
CIT II CIT II campers will have the opportunity not only to experience camp for themselves; but to learn how to create a safe, fun, inclusive experience for others! Built as a continual leadership training from our CIT I program, campers will spend time refreshing their knowledge of camp before spending time shadowing staff in activities, units, camp administration and more.
Volunteer in Training for Teens (VIT) Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors who are interested in taking their leadership skills to the next level can earn the VIT pin. You can complete the training either through a self-led video series or using a facilitator-led training that can be downloaded from our council website. Whether you are in a troop or a Juliette, you can access this training in the way that works best for you and start your leadership training today!
Page Program Do you have an interest in government or current state issues? Do you want to learn more about our state’s capital city? If so, consider applying to serve in the North Carolina House, Senate, or Governor’s Page Program. You will join Girl Scouts from all over North Carolina to learn how our state government really works and participate in the legislative process. Girl Scouts selected to work in the Governor’s Office have the opportunity to meet the Governor and to tour the Governor’s Mansion as well as other local sights. Participants may stay with family or friends, or a host family specially selected by the Page Coordinator’s office. Look for more information on the Older Girl Opportunities page of our website.
Program Aide A Program Aide (PA) is any Girl Scout Cadette, Senior or Ambassador who has completed the council’s Program Aide Core Training Program and worked with or mentored Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies, or Juniors for at least 20 hours OR at least six activity sessions. Program Aides may assist younger troops, help run many council-sponsored events, and work alongside adults to assist younger Girl Scouts in making the most of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. By becoming a Program Aide, Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors develop their leadership skills and can connect with younger Girl Scouts to share their specialized knowledge and make a difference in their lives. Learn more about how to become a Program Aide on our council webpage under Older Girl Opportunities. Be sure to keep a lookout for the Program Aide icon throughout this guide. This icon denotes opportunities for Girl Scouts to complete the 20 required hours. To sign up for a Program Aide opportunity, visit: https://gsnccp.org/ProgAideHours. Please note you must complete your PA Core training before signing up for PA opportunities. 2023-2024 Program Guide
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Program Aide Core C S A
It’s time to flex your leadership muscles! Join fellow Girl Scout Cadettes to explore what makes you a unique leader in your everyday life and learn how to work with Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors. After this workshop, you’ll be ready to lead younger Girl Scouts in activities and begin logging hours to earn your Program Aide pin. Program Aide Training is for Girl Scouts who have completed the Leadership In Action (LiA) award and are interested in serving as champions for the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. This training will guide Girl Scouts through activities to understand the three keys of leadership, learn about different leadership personality types, and explore how they can serve as leaders for younger Girl Scouts.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $10 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual
Where
Fayetteville Girl Scout Center, Cumberland County Zip Code: 28303
When
November 11, 2023 8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 31, 2023
Where
Goldsboro Girl Scout Center, Wayne County Zip Code: 27534
When
March 2, 2024 8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–February 13, 2024
Where
Raleigh Girl Scout Center, Wake County Zip Code: 27613
When
May 4, 2024 8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 23, 2024
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Safe Sitter Babysitting Essentials
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Girl Scouts will learn how to stay safe when home alone or when babysitting younger children, as well as tips for building their own babysitting business! Girl Scouts completing the Safe Sitter course are prepared to prevent problems and handle unexpected emergencies, and they will receive certification from a nationally recognized organization. They will also complete the requirements for the Babysitting Badge. Girl Scouts must be on time and stay for the whole class to receive certification. Must be at least 12 years old to participate.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $40 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual
Where
Fayetteville Girl Scout Center, Cumberland County Zip Code: 28303
When
October 7, 2023 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Registration
Now–September 26, 2023
Where
Wilmington Girl Scout Center, New Hanover County Zip Code: 28403
When
December 2, 2023 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–November 21, 2023
Where
Goldsboro Girl Scout Center, Wayne County Zip Code: 27534
When
April 13, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 2, 2024
Where
Raleigh Girl Scout Center, Wake County Zip Code: 27613
When
May 18, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023- November 21, 2023
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Outdoor
Spending time in the great outdoors has long been a cornerstone of Girl Scouting. When Girl Scouts get outside, they become truly unstoppable— learning about the world around them and how to protect it, along with awesome outdoor skills so they can be good stewards of natural spaces. Spending quality time outdoors and increasing exposure to nature helps youth thrive physically, emotionally, and intellectually.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks
D B J C S A
Come show your Girl Scout love for North Carolina’s State Parks with Girl Scouts all over the country during Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend. Learn what North Carolina State Parks have to offer, what makes them special, and do your part to help keep them that way. Join the statewide NC State Parks “Year of the Trail” by learning about hiking and work towards the Girl Scout hiking/trail badges for each Girl Scout level. Participating Girl Scouts will receive the Girl Scouts Love State Parks patch, complete steps of the Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge and the North Carolina State Parks Junior Ranger program. Girl Scouts Love State Parks patch included. Different activities and information will be at each of these two local area events so feel free to register for both for the full Girl Scouts Love State Parks experience.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $5 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult
Where
Carolina Beach State Park, New Hanover County Zip Code: 28428
When
September 9, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Registration
Now–August 29, 2023
Where
Lake Waccamaw, Columbus County Zip Code: 28450
When
September 10, 2023 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration
Now-August 29, 2023
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Target Sports Extravaganza
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Get ready to take aim and test your skills as you make your way across camp to conquer all of the target sports camp has to offer: slingshots, archery, axe throwing, and BB guns! You’ll learn from some of our experts and walk away with an exclusive target sports extravaganza fun patch! All participants must be at least 12 years old to participate.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $25 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mu-Sha-Ni, Richmond County Zip Code: 27281
Where
Camp Hardee, Beaufort County Zip Code: 27814
When
September 17, 2023 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
When
December 10, 2023 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Registration
Now–September 5, 2023
Registration
October 3, 2023–November 28, 2023
Where
Camp Graham, Vance County Zip Code: 27537
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
November 12, 2023 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
When
March 16, 2024 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 31, 2023
Registration
January 9, 2024–March 5, 2024
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Family Camp
D B J C S A
Camp isn’t just for troops anymore! Campers, bring your whole family to camp for the weekend and show off all of your favorite activities! Each family member will have a chance to go boating, do a craft, go on a hike, compete in archery, attend a campfire (with s’mores, of course!), learn camp songs, and compete in some familyfriendly games. It’s the best of the best that camp has to offer for the whole family! Families can either rent a cabin or tent or bring a tent of their own. Dinner will not be provided on Friday night-families should plan on eating before they arrive. All adults in attendance must have successfully completed a background check. This event does not require a trained outdoor adult and CPR/First Aid certifications.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $28 per Girl Scout/ $28 per Adult /$28 per Family member Individual Plus accommodation
When
September 22, 2023 - September 24, 2023 6:00 pm - 10:00 am
Registration
Now–September 12, 2023
Where
Camp Hardee, Beaufort County Zip Code: 27814
Accommodation Fees
Pitched tent - $30 8-person cabin fee - $60
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
Accommodation Fees
Pitched tent - $30 6-person cabin fee - $60 4-person platform tent - $40 12-person cabin - $100
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Alpine Tower Climbing Day
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Prepare to reach new heights as you climb your way to the top of the tower on a day just to climb! Test your skills and see how far you can go! You’ll reach new heights, see new sights and take flight - all you have to do is clip in and climb. This event is designed to push participants out of their comfort zones and try new things; however, please note that no participants will ever be forced to climb higher than they are comfortable. Please note that adults will not have the opportunity to climb during this event. A First Aid/CPR-certified adult must accompany troops. Individually registered youth must be accompanied by a registered parent/caregiver.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $20 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
September 24, 2023 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration
Now–September 12, 2023
When
December 2, 2023 9:00 am - 11:30 am OR 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–November 21, 2023
When
February 18, 2024 9:00 am - 11:30 am OR 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–February 6, 2024
When
April 7, 2024 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–March 26, 2024
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Troop Camp: First Overnight
D B J C S A
It’s time to get outside with your troop! Head out to Camp Graham and join other first-time troops for a weekend dedicated to first-time overnight camping trips! Troops will have the chance to go boating on the lake, try their hands at archery, do a craft, and more! During the evening, campers will earn their Space Science Badge and participate in an out-of-this-world space-themed party. During the day, troop leaders will also have an opportunity to attend a training session on best practices in planning future camping trips. This event is designed for troops looking to experience their first overnight camping event. Council staff will be onsite to facilitate all activities and support troop leaders in all areas. Dinner is not provided on Friday night. Please bring a bagged dinner. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner Saturday will be provided, along with breakfast on Sunday. Troop leaders do NOT need to have a trained outdoor adult with them for this event. All adults in attendance must be background checked.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $60 per Girl Scout/ $45 per adult Troop
Where
Camp Graham, Vance County Zip Code: 27537
When
October 6, 2023–October 8, 2023 6:00 pm - 10:00 am
Registration
Now–September 26, 2023
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Outdoor Skills It’s time to head outside--we’re ready to teach you the skills you need to be outdoors! Our Outdoor Skills Progression Program is built for Girl Scouts of all ages to come and learn useful skills that they can use as they venture out on troop camping trips. Girl Scouts will work together with their troops to learn new skills, try new things, and have fun all while building courage, confidence, and character in the outdoors. We offer two different Outdoor Skills classes. These classes do not need to be taken in any order. You are welcome to attend one or both in any order that works for you! While these classes are designed for our youth members, troop leaders can learn valuable skills that will allow them to observe and understand what their troop knows, and increase their confidence in the outdoors, as they work to plan their own progressive camping adventures. Individually registered youth must attend with a registered adult.
Fire and Food
D B J C S A
Campfires and cooking and cakes-oh my! Spend the day out at camp and learn all about fire safety, and how to cook a three-course meal in the outdoors! We will spend the day learning how to build a fire, and how to cook using a fire, charcoal chimney and camp stove! This program will include both lunch and a snack for youth and adult participants.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $30 per Girl Scout/ $15 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Hardee, Beaufort County Zip Code: 27814
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
October 14, 2023 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
When
December 16, 2023 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 3, 2023
Registration
October 3, 2023–December 5, 2023
Where
Camp Graham, Vance County Zip Code: 27537
Where
Camp Mu-Sha-Ni, Richmond County Zip Code: 27281
When
November 11, 2023 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
When
March 9, 2024 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 31, 2023
Registration
January 9, 2024–February 27, 2024
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Safety and Survival
D B J C S A
Does your troop have what it takes to survive in the outdoors? You’ll learn all about safety and survival in this unique outdoor skills event! Spend the day learning about first aid, navigation, knots, water purification, and more! You’ll walk away with your very own first aid kit, exclusive patch and the skills you need to survive in the wild. A First Aid/CPR-certified adult must accompany troops. Individually registered youth must be accompanied by a registered parent/ caregiver.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $20 per Girl Scout/ $12 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
Where
Camp Hardee, Beaufort County Zip Code: 27814
When
October 29, 2023 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
When
January 27, 2024 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 17, 2023
Registration
October 3, 2023–January 16,
Where
Camp Mu-Sha-Ni, Richmond County Zip Code: 27281
Where
Camp Graham, Vance County Zip Code: 27537
When
November 5, 2023 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
When
March 23, 2024 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 24, 2023
Registration
January 9, 2024–March 12, 2024
Program Aide (PA) Outdoor Skills Training
C S A
Are you a PA looking to expand your outdoor skills? This program is for you! Spend the day at CMA learning about our two Outdoor Skills Programs and how to best teach outdoor skills to others. You’ll take your leadership skills to the next level while enjoying the great outdoors! Upon completion of the PA Outdoor Skills Program, PAs will be able to volunteer for both the Fire and Food, and Safety and Survival Outdoor Skills Programs.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $25 per Girl Scout/ $10 per adult Individual
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
September 23, 2023 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Registration
Now–September 12, 2023 2023-2024 Program Guide
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Nature Play Day: Shapes and Math in Nature
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Get ready to view nature in a whole new way! Spend the day exploring Camp Hardee on a special nature color and shape scavenger hunt, create a living collage, play games, and more! You’ll discover new things, make new friends, and walk away having earned your Shapes and Numbers in Nature badges! Lunch will not be provided during this event-troops and individuals should pack a sack lunch.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $15 per Girl Scout/ $5 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Hardee, Beaufort County Zip Code: 27814
When
October 15, 2023 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 3, 2023
Teen Camporee: Gala of Games
C S A
Are you ready to get your game on? Join us as we bring your favorite games to life all around you! Challenge your aim with a round of archery, show off your skills at the talent show, and participate in the ultimate game show-down! In between the madness, stop by to shop at the bazaar and check out different troop banners. Also, back this year is the Saturday cook-around dinner! Troops will take some time to cook their favorite snack to share with the rest of the participants as they travel around the camp to discover new snacks and meals! We can’t wait to see you at the Gala of Games! This is a tent camping weekend, and troops are responsible for providing their own tents. Limited space is available in the platform tent units upon request. Troops are responsible for all meals during the event and must be accompanied by an Outdoor Skills certified adult and a First Aid/CPR certified adult. All adults attending must be registered Girl Scout members and have successfully completed a criminal background check prior to the weekend. Please note that event t-shirts will be available for purchase during registration.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $35 per Girl Scout/ $20 per adult Troop
Where
Camp Mu-Sha-Ni, Richmond County Zip Code: 27281
When
October 20,2023 - October 22, 2023 5:00 pm - 10:00 am
Registration
Now–October 10, 2023
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It’s a Great Pumpkin, CMA!
D B J C S A
Pumpkins have taken over the camp! Head out to Camp Mary Atkinson with your troop for a day all about pumpkin STEM(s)! You’ll make a pumpkin volcano, pumpkin slime, a craft, or a special snack, try your hand at archery pumpkin carving and compete with your troop to build the best pumpkin catapult! Lunch will not be provided. Troops should pack a sack lunch with them for the event.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $20 per Girl Scout/ $10 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
October 28, 2023 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 17, 2023
Daisy/Brownie Outdoor Explorers!
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Daisies and Brownies, it’s time to get outside-head on out to Camp Mu-Sha-Ni and explore the outdoors! You’ll spend time creating art projects made from things found in nature, learn how to care for the environment, and how to be an advocate for the trees! Participants will earn both their Eco Badge and Outdoor Art Badge. Lunch will not be provided-please bring a sack lunch with you to the event.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $15 per Girl Scout/ $5 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mu-Sha-Ni, Richmond County Zip Code: 27281
When
November 4, 2023 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 24, 2023
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Math In Nature at White Deer Park
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Join the park staff and your fellow Girl Scouts at White Deer Park for a morning of outdoor exploration and math fun! In this workshop, Girl Scout Daisies and Brownies: you will work with park staff to ADD math and nature to outdoor experiences and MEASURE knowledge by earning our Math in Nature badges while you MULTIPLY your fun!
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $6 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
White Deer Park Nature Center, Wake County Zip Code: 27529
When
November 4, 2023 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 24, 2023
Nature Play Day: 5,4,3,2, Journey Day, Hooray!
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Goats, and chickens, and ducks, oh my! If you love animals, you won’t want to miss this event! Head out to Camp Graham to meet some of our famous camp animals and learn how to best care for them all! You’ll spend time with our animals, make an animal sculpture, and more! At the end of the day, Daisies will walk away having completed and earned their 5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals Journey! Lunch will not be provided during the event. Troops/individuals should bring a sack lunch with them to the event. A First Aid/CPR-certified adult must accompany troops. Individually registered youth must be accompanied by a registered parent/ caregiver.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $15 per Girl Scout/ $5 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Graham, Vance County Zip Code: 27537
When
November 12, 2023 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 31, 2023
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Brownie Bash: Badge Blitz Day
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Brownies beware—today is all about an exciting adventure just for YOU! Spend the day creating experiments and explosions, solving mysteries, and learning about how to best care for the world around us. You’ll make new friends and keep the old on this special day created just for you! Brownies will earn: Home Scientist badge/Eco badge/Senses badge All participants should bring a bagged lunch with them to this event. All three badges earned during this event will be included in the cost of the program.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $25 per Girl Scout/ $10 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
December 2, 2023 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–November 21, 2023
Junior Jam-Badge Blitz Day
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Juniors, are you ready to rock? Head on out to camp for a day unlike any other! You’ll spend the day exploring the outdoors, building your own mini-take-home garden, discovering unseen plants and flowers in the woods, and learning how to care for the environment. It’s a day you won’t want to miss-can’t wait to see you there! Juniors will earn: Gardener badge/Flowers badge/Eco badge. All participants should bring a bagged lunch with them to this event. All three badges earned during this event will be included in the cost of the program.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $25 per Girl Scout/ $10 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
December 2, 2023 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–November 21, 2023
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Nature Play Day: Between Earth and Sky
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Head out to Camp Mary Atkinson and spend the day learning about how to best care for yourself, others, and the earth! Daisies will dive into talking about how to express their feelings and communicate with others, things that make each of us special, and how to care for nature! We will work through the Blue Bucket, Firefly, and Clover awards. Daisies will walk away, completing all steps aside from the Take Action Project for their Between Earth and Sky Journey. Lunch will not be provided during the event-troops and individuals should pack a sack lunch.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $15 per Girl Scout/ $5 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
December 3, 2023 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–November 21, 2023
The Incredible Brownie Journey
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Join us at Camp Hardee for a chance to work on your Outdoor journey! Brownies will spend their day jumping into their Outdoor journey and will complete everything but the TakeAction Project during this day of outdoor exploration. Girl Scouts will walk away with their own first aid kits, hiking guides, campout planning sheets, outdoor cookbook, and more during this special event! Lunch is not provided during the event - troops and individuals should pack a sack lunch.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $20 per Girl Scout/ $5 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Hardee, Beaufort County Zip Code: 27814
When
December 9, 2023 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–November 28, 2023
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The Incredible Junior Journey
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Head out to Camp Hardee for an opportunity like no other-Juniors, you will complete all steps for your Outdoor journey aside from the Take Action Project. During this outdoor exploration day, you will have the chance to learn about (and possibly meet) different animals that live in the woods, make your own animal home, create your own camping guidebooks, create a camp-out menu, learn about Leave No Trace, and more! Lunch will not be provided during this event. Troops and individuals should pack a sack lunch.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $20 per Girl Scout/ $5 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Hardee, Beaufort County Zip Code: 27814
When
December 9, 2023 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–November 28, 2023
Pioneer Prairie Days: A Junior Overnight Experience
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Journey back into the pioneer past! Juniors, you will spend the weekend learning about what life was like on the prairie! Make your own butter, pioneer outfit, learn how to build a fire without matches, and more! You will earn your Camper badge and Playing in the Past Badge. A First Aid/CPR-certified adult must accompany troops along with an Outdoor certified adult. Individually registered youths must be accompanied by a registered parent/ caregiver. All adults in attendance must be background checked.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $60 per Girl Scout/ $40 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
January 19, 2024–January 21, 2024 6:00 pm - 10:00 am
Registration
October 3, 2023–January 9, 2024
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Hibernate at Camp
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Daisies and Brownies join us for a weekend at Camp Hardee in our heated cabins. When not in your cabins, join your friends for time in a winter wonderland! Make your own snow globe, two different types of snow (including one edible kind), compete in a snowball fight, hike, and enjoy a special surprise! Dinner will not be provided on Friday nightparticipants should plan on eating before arrival. All other meals will be provided during the event. Troops must be accompanied by a First Aid/CPR-certified adult and an Outdoor Certified Adult. Individually registered youth must be accompanied by a registered parent/ caregiver. All adults in attendance must be background checked.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $50 per Girl Scout/ $30 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Hardee, Beaufort County Zip Code: 27814
When
January 26, 2024–January 28, 2024 6:00 pm - 10:00 am
Registration
October 3, 2023–January 16, 2024
Artistic Adventures
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It’s time to get crafty! Come and spend the afternoon with your family or your troop and complete six different art projects, including creating your own canvas bag to bring everything home! You’ll make a craft entirely from things found in nature, a craft using science, heat, ice, and more! We’ll have something for everyone on this day all about art. Adults will also have the opportunity to participate in a special art project just for them.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $20 per Girl Scout/ $15 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
February 25, 2024 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–February 13, 2024
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Camp Open House Come out and explore all that camp has to offer during this memorable, free event for the whole troop and family! Head out to camp to explore our cabins, tents, waterfront, dining halls, activity areas, and more! Join us for a campfire and a s’more and meet some of our camp staff and customer care team, who will be available to answer all your summer camp questions! Registration is required to attend our free Camp Open House event.
Grade Levels: All Girl Scouts Fees
GSNCCP Member: $0 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Hardee, Beaufort County Zip Code: 27814
When
March 3, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration January 9, 2024–February 29, 2024 Where
Camp Mu-Sha-Ni, Richmond County Zip Code: 27281
When
March 10, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration January 9, 2024–March 7, 2024 Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
March 17, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration January 9, 2024–March 14, 2024 Where
Camp Graham, Vance County Zip Code: 27537
When
March 24, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration January 9, 2024–March 21, 2024
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Mount Olympus Mayhem: A Cadette Overnight Adventure
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The Olympians have taken over Camp Mary Atkinson! Spend the weekend completing 12 quests from the 12 Olympic deities as you work with your group to take back the camp. If you succeed, you’ll join us for a special Greek feast on Saturday night, followed by a party fit for rulers of the kingdom! Cadettes will complete their Finding Common Ground badge, Archery badge, and Trail Adventure badge. All adults in attendance must be background checked. Troops must be accompanied by an Outdoor Skill certified adult and a First Aid/CPR certified adult. Dinner will not be provided on Friday night-troops should plan to eat before arrival.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $60 per Girl Scout/ $45 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
April 5, 2024–April 7, 2024 6:00 pm - 10:00 am
Registration
January 9, 2024–March 26, 2024
Fairy Festival
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Spring has sprung, and with spring flowers come our camp fairies! Before we head into the woods to search for them, you’ll transform into a fairy yourself! We’ll make fairy wings, do fairy make-up, make a fairy treat, and make our own fairy jars! Once ready, we’ll head out into the woods to earn our Trail Adventure Badge. How many fairies do you think we will find? All participants should eat lunch before they arrive. Trail Adventure Badges are included with the cost of the program.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $20 per Girl Scout/ $5 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
April 7, 2024 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–March 26, 2024
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Troop Camp: Where the Wild Things Are
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It’s time to venture into “Where the Wild Things Are” during an extraordinary troop camping weekend at Camp Hardee! Start your weekend with a special reading of the book “Where the Wild Things Are” and then create your own special ‘wild things’ costume! The rest of the weekend, you’ll spend time meeting the ‘Wild Things,” who will teach you all about the outdoors! At the end of the weekend, participants will walk away having earned their camping and citizen badges! Troops must be accompanied by an Outdoor certified adult and a First Aid/CPRcertified adult. All adults in attendance must be background checked.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $60 per Girl Scout/ $45 per adult Troop
Where
Camp Hardee, Beaufort County Zip Code: 27814
When
April 19, 2024 - April 21, 2024 6:00 pm - 10:00 am
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 16, 2024
Nature Play Day: Manic Makers
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Today is all about “make it and take it!” Daisies will spend the day completing some of the brand-new maker badges! Discover new ways to make and create in a day filled with fun! Of course, it wouldn’t be camp without a campfire, so we will end our day with a s’more made around a campfire. Lunch will not be provided during the event.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $15 per Girl Scout/ $5 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mu-Sha-Ni, Richmond County Zip Code: 27281
When
April 21, 2024 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 9, 2024
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Troop Camp: It’s Not Easy Being Green
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It’s not easy being green! Join us at Camp Mu-Sha-Ni for an Earth Day Weekend celebration as we explore new ways to care for Earth. We will learn about native seeds and grasses from the experts, create art from found items, learn about ways others are building homes from plastic, spend some time at the lake, archery range, and more! After registering, each troop will be issued an exclusive waste challenge where we will compete to see which troop can have the least waste per person. Walk away from the weekend with an exclusive patch and new ways to be green! Lunch will be provided on Saturday afternoon-all other meals will be the responsibility of the troop. Troops must be accompanied by an Outdoor Certified Adult and a First Aid/CPR-certified adult. All adults in attendance must be background checked.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $40 per Girl Scout/ $30 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Camp Mu-Sha-Ni, Richmond County Zip Code: 27281
When
April 26, 2024–April 28, 2024 6:00 pm - 10:00 am
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 9, 2024
Troop Camp: Full STEM Ahead
D B J C S A
Dive into Mechanical Engineering while you enjoy time in the outdoors! Learn about simple machines, and work with your troop to create several different engineering designs from things found in nature and learn about various STEM-related careers! On Saturday night, dress your best for a nature-based machine show-down. Troops must be accompanied by an Outdoor Certified Adult and a First Aid/CPR-certified adult. All adults in attendance must be background checked.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $60 per Girl Scout/ $45 per adult Troop
Where
Camp Graham, Vance County Zip Code: 27537
When
May 3, 2024 - May 5, 2024 6:00 pm - 10:00 am
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 23, 2024
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Me and My Gal
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Grab your favorite gal and head out to camp for a fun-filled weekend! Spend time boating on the lake, taking a dip in our pool, creating your own art project, and more! In the evening, wind down with a special studio spa night. We always love time spent at camp, but it’s even better with your favorite gal! Dinner will not be provided on Friday night; participants should pack a sack dinner. All adults in attendance must be background checked.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $60 per Girl Scout/ $45 per adult Individual
Where
Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston County Zip Code: 27576
When
May 10, 2024 - May 12, 2024 6:00 pm - 10:00 am
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 28, 2024
Outdoor Art at White Deer Park
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Art can be found all around you, and it is perhaps the most breathtaking in nature! Calling all Girl Scout Daisies and Brownies to join the White Deer Park Staff to earn the Outdoor Art Maker and Art Creator badges. This day will be about finding the art around and within us!
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $6 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
White Deer Park Nature Center, Wake County Zip Code: 27529
When
May 18, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–May 7, 2024
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STEM
Creative problem-solving skills, better grades, and a possible future STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) career? Yes, please! Our STEM programs challenge Girl Scouts to be innovators and explore the world of STEM in new and exciting ways. STEM fields need more females taking the lead, and our programs can help them get there. Girl Scouts are unstoppable in tackling real-world problems to make a lasting change. We provide opportunities to engage in the scientific method, try hands-on activities, and to make mistakes and try again— a process through which they will develop the confidence they need to truly make a difference in STEM.
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Aviation 99s
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Do you dream of flying? If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about becoming a pilot or learning about aviation, this is the event for you! Join a crew of female pilots for a day of learning. Event includes information and activities around: Airplane preflight, Global Positioning Satellite, Parts of an airplane, Careers in aviation, Women in aviation and Propulsion. Bring a bag lunch. Water will be provided. All Girl Scouts will receive a fun patch for participating. This event is facilitated by Ninety-Nines. Today Ninety-Nines are professional pilots for airlines, industry, and government; pilots who teach and pilots who fly for pleasure; pilots who are technicians and mechanics. But first and foremost, women who love to fly!
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $10 per Girl Scout/$0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Lumberton Regional Airport, Robeson County Zip Code: 28358
When
September 23, 2023 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Registration
Now–September 12, 2023
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Battleship 101 with Gearshifters
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Participating Girl Scouts will work through the Design Thinking Process and satisfy a third of their Think Like an Engineer Journey by working on a project that allows each Girl Scout to create and test a unique build designed especially for this event. This activity will familiarize each Girl Scout with the Design Thinking Process, then use their knowledge of engineering processes to complete two additional activities from the Think Like an Engineer Journey. In addition, each Girl Scout will get to enjoy Battleship 101, in which friendly, knowledgeable volunteers stationed throughout the ship engage visitors in specific subjects and areas including gunnery, radar, sick bay, galley, engineering, and daily shipboard life. Try on helmets, raise signal flags, “text” using semaphore flags, tap out your name using Morse code, type on vintage typewriters and more! Finally, each Girl Scout will get to have lunch in the Crew’s Mess Hall (Girl Scouts bring their own lunch). This event is open to all Girl Scouts whether they are Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors or Ambassadors.
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Fees
GSNCCP Member: $41 per Girl Scout/ $14 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Battleship North Carolina, New Hanover County Zip Code: 28401
When
October 14, 2023 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Registration
Now–October 3, 2023
Engineering Design Challenge
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You are invited to the beautiful MetLife campus to explore the Design Thinking Process as you work through the Think Like an Engineer Journey. Challenges include designing a lifejacket for an adorable pet, building a wind-powered structure, and creating an assistive device to bring items into reach. The event kicks off with an engaging panel discussion followed by three workshops facilitated by MetLife staff. Facilitators will help guide you through the design process and talk about what it means to approach a challenge with an engineering mindset. A special guest speaker will lead an informative discussion about effectively utilizing social media to create your own brand - you don’t want to miss this! Girl Scouts will complete their Take Action Project outside of this event. Event includes snacks, lunch, and Journey Award. This event is a partnership between Girl Scouts and MetLife. Please note that the Take Action Award can be purchased after completing the Take Action Project.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $12 per Girl Scout/ Individual/Troop
Where
MetLife, Wake County Zip Code: 27513
When
October 14, 2023 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 3, 2023
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Girl Scouts STEAM Power Hour
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Triangle Women in STEM invites you to its “S.T.E.A.M Power Hour”, a virtual, fun-packed 2-hour STEM + Art event that aims to spark students’ imagination and unleash their creativity during their hands-on activities. The event kicks off with a keynote speaker, followed by a 75-minute hands-on workshop of your choice. The S.T.E.A.M Kits, with all the needed supplies, will be mailed to participants prior to the event. Fun patch included.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $0 per Girl Scout/ Individual/Troop
Where
Virtual, Wake County Zip Code: 27613
When
October 21, 2023 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 10, 2023
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TechnoQuest 2023
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TechnoQuest 2023 is back for a brand-new series of workshops exploring your favorite STEM topics. At this Signature Event supported by Duke Energy, you’ll dive into hands-on learning in space science, engineering, coding, food science, robotics, and more! Prior to the event day, you will receive additional information about the session content and facilitators for each workshop. You will have the opportunity to choose 3 workshop topics to participate in throughout the day. Aside from the fantastic workshops, the day will include an opportunity for Girl Scout Juniors to collaborate in teams with incredible women in STEM for some seriously silly “minute to win it” challenges. Cadettes participate in a speed mentoring session, while Seniors and Ambassadors grow their network in an informal panel discussion with STEM professionals and university students. In addition to gaining some incredible knowledge and making some sweet connections, all Girl Scouts will receive a t-shirt, swag, lunch, and a custom TechnoQuest patch for participating in the event. Adult Options: Please note there are several options for adults remaining on site. Adults should register to remain onsite via the “TechnoQuest 2023 – Adult Options” activity listing. During registration, you can select to complete the First Aid & CPR training (requires completing an online module prior to the event), participate in the Adult Workshop Track, or simply enjoy the beautiful campus and then enjoy a catered lunch with your Girl Scouts. Additionally, adults can volunteer to assist a workshop facilitator (lunch and thank you gift provided!).
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $18 per Girl Scout/ $0 for TechnoQuest Adult Volunteers $10 per adult for Lunch Only $12 per adult for Lunch & Workshops $24 per adult for Lunch & First Aid CPR Training* Requires pre-work Individual/Troop
Where
Fayetteville Technical Community College, Cumberland County Zip Code: 28303
When
November 4, 2023 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 24, 2023
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Reach for the Stars
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Community Partners
In this one-of-a-kind adventure, Girl Scouts will explore science in an exciting, engaging environment. You will use telescopes to observe the night sky and play games to learn about our Solar System. Inside the GSK FullDome Theater, you’ll be guided through the night sky without light pollution and fall asleep under a planetarium sky full of stars! The next morning, you’ll explore other planets in the planetarium; learn about constellations, the Moon and its phases; and take a year-long trip around the Sun in a hands-on activity. We hope you packed enough gear! This program fulfills the Space Science Adventurer (Brownie) and Space Science Investigator (Junior) badge requirements. Space is limited, only register adults needed to meet Safety Activity Checkpoint guidelines.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $60 per Girl Scout/ $30 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, Orange County Zip Code: 27516
When Registration
January 26-27, 2024, Grade levels: Girl Scout Juniors, 6:00 pm - 10:00 am October 3-January 16, 2024
When Registration
November 17-18, 2023, Grade levels: Girl Scout Brownies Now-November 6, 2023
When Registration
December 1-2, 2023, Grade levels: Girl Scout Brownies and Juniors October 3-November 21, 2023
Light the Way
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Community Partners
Have you ever wondered where rainbows come from? Maybe we can shed some light on the answer! In this Girl Scout overnight, you will explore the science of light and how it relates to astronomy. You will get a close-up view of different colored stars in the night sky using telescopes and learn how to bend white light to make a rainbow. In the planetarium, you will see how lights here on Earth impact the night sky and learn about the entire light spectrum before falling asleep under a planetarium sky full of stars. This program fulfills the Space Science Researcher (Cadette) badge requirements. Space is limited, only register adults needed to meet Safety Activity Checkpoint guidelines.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $60 per Girl Scout/ $30 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, Orange County Zip Code: 27516
When
February 23-24, 2024 6:00 pm - 10:00 am
Registration
October 3, 2023-February 13,2024
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VIRTUAL Cybersecurity Escape Room
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Keeping your information safe online is more important than ever! This is your chance to become a secret agent to stop the hackers in this Virtual Escape Room! Work together with your fellow Girl Scouts to restore the compromised data by completing a series of new challenges in this unique interactive experience. Crack codes, complete puzzles, and learn how to navigate the internet in a safe and fun way! You will also have the chance to talk to a real-life Cyber Security Professional. Girl Scouts will receive a Top-Secret Package in the mail with all supplies needed and the Cybersecurity Basics badge.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $12 per Girl Scout/ Individual
Where
Virtual Zip Code: 27613
When
February 4, 2024, Grade levels: Girl Scout Daisies 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–January 23, 2024
When
February 4, 2024, Grade levels: Girl Scout Brownies and Juniors 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–January 23, 2024
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MarineQuest
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In this interactive workshop, Girl Scouts will become field agents exploring the salt marshes, coastal forests, and rocky intertidal outcrops of coastal Wilmington. Girls will engage in hands-on lab experiments at UNC Wilmington’s Center for Marine Science and learn about leave no trace principles through fun, age-level activities. Please note when working in the lab, it is youth only. Adults must make alternate plans during the morning lab session. Girl Scouts will complete the requirements for Eco Friend, Eco Camper, Eco Trekker, and Eco Explorer badges based on age level.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $35 per Girl Scout/ Individual/Troop
Where
UNCW Center for Marine Science, New Hanover County Zip Code: 28409
When
April 6, 2024, Grade levels: Girl Scout Brownies and Juniors 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–March 26, 2024
When
April 20, 2024, Grade levels: Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 9, 2024
When
May 4, 2024, Grade levels: Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024- April 23, 2024
Turtles, Turtles Everywhere: Marine CSI
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Box turtles, terrapins and sea turtles are three species that represent different habitats along our coast. Based on clues about their nesting areas, food sources, predators, and home ranges, Girl Scouts will determine which species belong to which habitat.
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Fees
GSNCCP Member: $10 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Wilmington Girl Scout Center, New Hanover County Zip Code: 28403
When
May 5, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–April 23, 2024
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Community Partners
Sea turtles migrate all along the Atlantic coast and far out to the middle of the ocean. Girl Scouts will follow each life stage of a loggerhead sea turtle from hatchling to adult, explore each habitat, and demonstrate what happens when humans impact their life cycle.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $10 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Wilmington Girl Scout Center, New Hanover County Zip Code: 28403
When
May 19, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–May 7, 2024
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Troop Year Plans Yr 1 and Yr 2 Support Ready to plan your troop year? Troop leaders now have a new tool for helping to plan your year of Girl Scouting, Troop Year Plans. Our age-appropriate troop year plans are the best tool for first year troop leaders to get started with Girl Scouts without getting overwhelmed. The entire year is mapped out—just follow along to help your Girl Scouts complete badge activities, improve their communities, and explore the world around them. Troop Year Plans are available on our website. New troop leaders and leaders leading a new level for the first time can check off a badge from the Troop Year Plans by registering Girl Scouts for one of the council-sponsored events below. Let us take the guesswork out of it, we’ve got the facilitation covered!
Racing with Brownies
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Are you interested in building your own working race car? Girl Scout Brownies across the council footprint are invited to join us at their nearest Girl Scout Center and Shop for this facilitated one-hour STEM workshop. Learn how to design, build, and test your very own race car! All the tools and materials will be provided. Please note that there are two 1-hour long sessions for this event. Each session is the exact same workshop, register for only one. After completing the workshop, Girl Scouts will earn their Mechanical Engineering: Race Car badge.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $7 per Girl Scout/ $0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Fayetteville Girl Scout Center, Cumberland County Zip Code: 28303
Where
Cape Carteret Girl Scout Office, Carteret County Zip Code: 28584
When
October 26, 2023 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm OR 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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November 7, 2023 5:00 pm -6:00 pm OR 6:45 pm – 7:45 pm
Registration
Now–October 17, 2023
Registration Now–October 24, 2023
Where
Wilmington Girl Scout Center, New Hanover County Zip Code: 28403
Where
When
November 2, 2023 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm OR 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Goldsboro Girl Scout Center, Wayne County Zip Code: 27534
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Registration
Now–October 24, 2023
November 11, 2023 10:00 am -11:00 am OR 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Where
Raleigh Girl Scout Center, Wake County Zip Code: 27613
When
November 5, 2023 1:00 pm -2:00 pm OR 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Registration
Now–October 24, 2023
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Courageous and Strong Daisies
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Girl Scout Daisies are invited to join us at their nearest Girl Scout Center for a one-hour workshop to learn about being courageous and how to stand up for themselves and others. You’ll also learn about other courageous women in history and your life. Choose one of the two sessions offered. Please note that there are two 1-hour long sessions for this event. Each session is the exact same workshop, register for only one. Girl Scouts will complete their Courageous and Strong petal, which must be purchased separately.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $7 per Girl Scout/$0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Fayetteville Girl Scout Center, Cumberland County Zip Code: 28303
Where
Wilmington Girl Scout Center, New Hanover County Zip Code: 28403
When
February 6, 2024 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm OR 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
When
February 22, 2023 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm OR 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–January 23, 2024
Registration
October 3, 2023–February 6, 2024
Where
Goldsboro Girl Scout Center, Wayne County Zip Code: 27534
Where
When
February 10, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am OR 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Cape Carteret Girl Scout Office, Carteret County Zip Code: 28584
When
Registration
October 3, 2023–January 30, 2024
February 20, 2024 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm OR 6:45 pm – 7:45 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–February 6, 2024
Where
Raleigh Girl Scout Center, Wake County Zip Code: 27613
When
February 11, 2024 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm OR 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Registration
October 3, 2023–January 30, 2024
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Digital Smarts
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Girl Scout Juniors across our council are invited to join us at their nearest Service Center Retail Shop in this facilitated 1.5-hour STEM workshop. Find out how you can use technology to help others and explore how to learn, share, and lead in the digital world. Learn tips and tricks on how to protect yourself and others online in technology that can make the world a better place. Please note that there are two 1.5-hour-long sessions for this event. Each session is the exact same workshop, register for only one. After completing the workshop, Juniors will earn their Digital Leadership badge.
Fees
GSNCCP Member: $7 per Girl Scout/$0 per adult Individual/Troop
Where
Fayetteville Girl Scout Center, Cumberland County Zip Code: 28303
Where
Cape Carteret Girl Scout Office, Carteret County Zip Code: 28584
When
March 14, 2024 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm OR 6:00pm – 7:30 pm
When
March 19, 2024 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm OR 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Registration
January 9, 2024–March 5, 2024
Registration January 9, 2024–March 5, 2024
Where
Raleigh Girl Scout Center, Wake County Zip Code: 27613
Where
Wilmington Girl Scout Center, New Hanover County Zip Code: 28403
When
March 14, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
When
Registration
January 9, 2024–March 5, 2024
March 28, 2024 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm OR 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Registration January 9, 2024–March 19, 2024 Where
When
Registration
Goldsboro Girl Scout Center, Wayne County Zip Code: 27534
Where
March 16, 2024 10:00 am - 11:30 am OR 1:00 pm –2:30 pm
Raleigh Girl Scout Center, Wake County Zip Code: 27613
When
March 26, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
January 9, 2024–March 5, 2024
Registration January 9, 2024–March 12, 2024
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More Activities for Girl Scouts Community Service - Girl Scouts for the Cure
In October, we celebrate Girl Scout founder Juliette Gordon Low’s birthday and life while recognizing the importance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Many areas will be hosting their own unique Girl Scouts for the Cure event that will guide girls in earning the Think Pink! patch as they learn about the importance of healthy living through interactive games and activities, complete with a service project. The age-appropriate activities around breast health and awareness are presented in a way that gives girls the tools to feel empowered about taking care of their body while having fun. To download the Girl Scouts for the Cure event module, visit www. nccoastalpines.org > Volunteers > Service Unit Teams > Service Unit Teams Roles and Resources > Area Event Director > Event Director Modules > Girl Scouts for a Cure. For more information about these events and where they will be offered, reach out to the Program Team at programteam@nccoastalpines.org.
National Service Project - Girl Scout Tree Promise
In partnership with the Elliott Wildlife Values Project, American Forests, and Johnson & Johnson Foundation, Girl Scouts are launching a bold tree planting and conservation initiative. Girl Scouts across the country are setting out to plant five million trees by 2026, and to protect and honor new and existing trees. Not only is this great for wildlife, it will also help ease the effects of climate change. Join in on our newest national service project by planting a tree and making an impact in your local community. Planting trees is a great way to become a steward of the environment. Trees provide places for animals and birds to live, reduce pollutants, filter water, and combat climate change. Plus—you and your troop can be a part of the Girl Scout Tree Promise, an initiative to plant five million trees in five years. Girl Scouts can make an enormous global impact by participating in this environmental and conservation initiative. Once you’ve participated, purchase the Tree Promise patch (new each year) by contacting the retail shops. For more information visit: www.girlscouts.org/en/activity-zone/national-service-projects.html.
Community Partners
Community Partners
We have teamed up with businesses and organizations across our footprint to bring girls and volunteers exciting new program opportunities for badges, Journeys, fun patches, community service projects, outings, and great discounts! Throughout this guide, you’re invited to join our community partners; just look for the community partner icon. You are also invited to check out our Community Partner webpage for a complete list of partners. This page is updated as safe events are added.
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Council Patch Program We know you love earning badges and Journey awards for the front of your uniform, but don’t forget to show the back of your uniform some love by earning our GSNCCP patches. A majority of our council patch programs offer girls opportunities which are unique to our council footprint or programming or celebrate a historical milestone. Visit the council website for patch requirements, order forms, and evaluation. See below for the wide variety of topics girls can explore.
• American Patriotism (All) NEW ACTIVITIES! • Amphibian & Reptiles (All) • Black History Month (All) • Camping Adventures (All) • Delta Dental Smile Squad (All) • Different Shoe Day (All) • Discovering Hispanic Heritage (All) • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (All) • Girl Scouts Give (All) • Home Grown in North Carolina (All) • Hurricane Awareness (All) • Make Every Dance Step Count (All) • Make Every Step Count • My North Carolina Story (Brownie - Ambassador) • North Carolina American Indians (All) • North Carolina Coast (All) • Not a Bummer Summer Challenge (All) • Sea Turtles (Daisy - Junior) • Think Pink! Breast Health Awareness (All)
Be sure to check out our patch opportunities developed through collaborations with Gold Award Girl Scouts and community partners.
• A Slice of Girl Scouts (All) • Future Veterinarian (Grade 3-6) • Mental Health Awareness (All) • No One Goes Hungry (All) • Racial Justice (All) • Thrive Challenge (All)
Mental Wellness Patch Program – Coming August 2023! Girl Scouts is developing three mental wellness patch programs to address the pressing needs in this space. For Girl Scout Juniors through Ambassadors, the program is designed for one 90-minute session facilitated by a troop leader, Service Unit volunteer, or staff member. Stay tuned for additional information!
Religious Recognitions Learn how the religious recognitions in Girl Scouting give girls the opportunity to grow stronger in their faith. Visit our website or gsLearn to complete our online webinar training which provides you with the resources you need to connect Girl Scouts with the faith-based awards. This webinar covers contact information, requirements, uniform placement, and more! During the webinar you’ll also learn about the My Promise, My Faith pin which invites girls in grades K-12 to experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from their own personal faith. Girls can earn this national pin each year.
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Girl Scouts Go Mobile! Our Mobile Program is available for troop requests. Programming is provided in Financial Literacy, Healthy Living, Leadership, Outdoor Education, and STEM for all grade levels! Coming in fall 2023, our third mobile vehicle, “Honor,” will be hitting the road and providing programming for Year 1 and Year 2 Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, and Junior troops. For more information about programs and scheduling, please complete a Mobile Program Interest Form. Visit the Forms page on our website at nccoastalpines.org/en/our-council/forms-and-documents_.html and explore our Mobile Program webpage.
We are grateful to our partners: Truist, WakeMed, Publix Charities, and PNC Foundation for their support of the Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines Mobile Program.
Girl Scout Retail Shops and Mobile Retail Your Girl Scout retail shops are open and ready to serve you! We would love to see you in our Fayetteville, Goldsboro, Raleigh, or Wilmington Girl Scout Shop to purchase official uniforms, resources, handbooks, patches/badges, gifts, and fun Girl Scout themed merchandise and apparel. The shops also sell gift cards that can be used for council activities and camps. Pick up your Girl Scout Starter Kit during your next visit to the council shop; starter kits include everything a Girl Scout needs to begin her new year. Receive a free bag with every kit purchased—while supplies last! Merchandise orders can be placed online at www.girlscoutshop.com. You can also submit orders by emailing shop@nccoastalpines.org or calling 1-800-284-4475. We look forward to serving you! The Girl Scout Mobile Retail Shop can be requested to set up a pop-up shop with great merchandise assortment for sale at your large service unit or troop events. Please complete a Mobile Retail Shop interest form to request the retail van by visiting the Forms page on our website at nccoastalpines.org/en/our-council/forms-and-documents-.html 2023-2024 Program Guide
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Resource Kits Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines has some pretty cool resources available to support our Girl Scout troop leaders and families as they engage in the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Looking for resources for your next meeting, event, training, or day camp? We’ve got you covered! Resource kits can be reserved from our four Girl Scout Center and Shop locations and picked up from the retail shop you indicated during your reservation. Some kits require a reservation fee. During your reservation, you will select the location and pick up day. Reservations must be picked up during operating hours. Reserve your kit today at nccoastalpines.org on our Patches and Kits page. Below is a list of our available resource kits.
Bridge
Jump Start Journey Kits
Compasses
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Bridging is a beloved Girl Scout tradition that honors girls’ achievements throughout the year and celebrates their “crossing the bridge” to the next Girl Scout level. You can reserve a bridge for your next Bridging or Fly-Up Ceremony.
In each kit, get a set of 20 compasses, a teaching compass, and a few tips and tricks to help you learn.
Flags
Reserve the flag kit for your next ceremony or special event. Each kit contains the Girl Scout, USA, and North Carolina state flags and sashes. The sash sets are used when girls are not in uniform to give a “uniform” appearance.
Pocket Knives
Check out our set of 20 knives that can be used to help your troop to learn basic knife safety, whittling, and other carving skills. This kit provides only the knives.
Program Aide Core Training Toolkit
To better support co-leaders and volunteers planning to deliver Program Aide (PA) Core training, the program team has created and made available Program Aide Core Training Toolkits. PA Core Training Toolkits contain all but a few of the items facilitators need for the training and eliminate the need for you to make copies and gather supplies.
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Jump Start Journey kits are a great way to jump into Journeys! Each box contains activities, directions, and supplies that help Girl Scouts work towards the first award of a Girl Scout Journey. Supplies included at no charge. Purchase the Journey Award separately.
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5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals for Girl Scout Daisies Between Earth and Sky for Girl Scout Daisies Brownie Quest for Girl Scout Brownies Wonders of Water for Girl Scout Brownies Agent of Change for Girl Scout Juniors Get Moving for Girl Scout Juniors
Robotics Kit
The Robotics Kit enhances activities by giving girls hands-on experience programming a robot. The kit includes a manual with resources, activities, and discussion questions for each badge that will help girls understand robotics and get the most out of their time with the robot. The Daisy Robotics Kit includes Colby the Code and Go Mouse. The Brownie Robotics Kit includes Botley the Coding Robot.
For Troop Leaders Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey, Digital Troop Leader Resource
Are you looking to accomplish a multi-level Girl Scout STEM Journey with your Daisy, Brownie, and/or Junior troop, but are slightly intimidated to tackle planning or overwhelmed by the content? Let us take the guesswork out of it! Lead your Girl Scouts through the Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey using Google Classroom. Broken down meeting-by-meeting, we created this tool to make facilitation easy and fun! Bring out the citizen scientists in your Girl Scouts using our online resources today. Online material, tips and tools and as needed support are supplied. Awards must be purchased separately from the council shop. Sponsored by Duke Energy Foundation. For access to troop leader resources, visit our website.
Girl Scout Cadette Coding for Good Badge, Digital Troop Leader Resource
Do you have Girl Scout Cadettes interested in computer coding, but you aren’t sure where to start? Using our Cadette Coding for Good Badge Resource, you will gain access to Google Classroom lesson plans that make it easy! With no previous coding experience, you can lead your Girl Scout troop through a series of fun activities that will leave them wanting to learn more. This resource will walk you through the completion of the first badge in the series: Coding Basics. Online material, tips and tools and as needed support are supplied. Awards must be purchased separately from the council shop.
Girl Scout Senior GIRLtopia Journey, Digital Troop Leader Resource
Are you a troop leader or caregiver seeking to lead your Girl Scout(s) through the GIRLtopia Journey via an online platform? Completing two Senior or Ambassador Journeys OR earning the Girl Scout Silver Award and completing one Girl Scout Senior or Ambassador Journey is a requirement to pursuing the Girl Scout Gold Award. You can lead your girl(s) through the GIRLtopia Journey via Google Classrooms where we have all the information and tools ready to go! GIRLtopia is a girl’s invitation to envision a perfect world-utopia for girls. Online material, tips and tools, and as needed support are supplied; awards are not included but can be purchased from a council shop.
Girl Scout Cadette MEdia Journey, Digital Troop Leader Resource
Are you a troop leader or caregiver seeking to lead your Girl Scout(s) through the MEdia Journey via an online platform? Completing one Cadette Journey is a requirement to pursuing the Girl Scout Silver Award. You can lead your Cadette(s) through the MEdia Journey via Google Classrooms where we have all the information and tools ready to go! In the MEdia Journey, you will lead girls through an exploration of media and will help reshape negative messages into more positive ones, while planning a Take Action Project. Online material, tips and tools, and as needed support are supplied; awards are not included but can be purchased from a council shop.
Girl Scout Daisy Shapes in Nature, Digital Troop Leader Resource
Nature is full of beautiful things! Using Google Classroom, easily lead your Girl Scout Daisy troop on a step-by step discovery of the world around them! This resource will walk you through the completion of the first badge in the series: Shapes in Nature. Online material, tips and tools and as needed support are supplied. Awards must be purchased separately from the council shop. For access to troop leader resources visit our website.
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For Troop Leaders Continued Badge Helpers: Digital Troop Leader Resources
With your Badge Helper: Digital Troop Leader Resource, we provide resources and support to troop leaders and caregivers for facilitating a specific badge from start to finish. The Badge Helper is a free PDF download that will be sent via email after requesting access. Everything from a uniquely crafted Girl Scout workbook and activity list to the exact supplies and quantities you’ll need to purchase to complete the badge is included. Our goal is to make badge facilitation fun and stress-free! Dive right into hands-on learning with minimal preparation. Completing badges with the Badge Helper is only a quick supply trip away! Current Available Badge Helpers Include: • Daisy Outdoor Art Maker • Brownie Potter • Cadette Book Artist For access to the free Badge Helpers, visit our website.
We’ve Bridged, Now What?
“We’ve bridged, now what?” is a resource designed to help troop leaders wrap up their current year and make preparation for supporting girls through their next Girl Scout adventure. This guide includes information on bridging, new badges, planning your troop year and more! Email programteam@nccoastalpines.org and we’ll send you a link to complete to receive your free digital download.
Highest Award Adult Chat
This is an opportunity for troop leaders and registered highest award volunteers to learn about Girl Scouts’ Highest Awards, what’s new for this troop year, and how they can assist Girl Scouts as they pursue their Bronze, Silver, or Gold Award. Learn all about Girl Scouts’ Highest Awards and your role in guiding your Girl Scouts through the process. We’ll go over the elements of a Take Action Project and how each level should incorporate them into their project. And there will be plenty of time for questions!
Girl Scouts Give It’s in the Girl Scout Law: be a sister to EVERY Girl Scout. When we do, we can change the world. With Girl Scouts Give, a fundraising campaign and council patch program, your troop will learn about philanthropy, unite with girls across our council, and create a positive change in our community. Most of our 41-county service area is designated as economically distressed. Girl Scouting in these communities is essential to provide a stable outlet for girls to grow, lead, and thrive, regardless of their circumstances or their family’s financial situation. In its inaugural year, 75+ troops made a commitment to their Girl Scout sisters. You can help make an even bigger difference by joining them now. To participate or for more information, please visit our Girl Scouts Give webpage (https://gsnccp.org/GirlScoutsGive) or the Patches and Kits page on our website.
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Thank You to Our Donors A special thank you to the Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines donors who are building girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. The following gifts and new pledges were made between July 2022-June 2023. Champion Circle: : $100,000+
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Anonymous Trust Frank K. Webb Charitable Trust
Take Action Circle: $25,000 - $99,999
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Linda P. Foreman
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WakeMed
Ella Ann L. & Frank B. Holding Foundation Inc. Robert P. Holding Foundation PNC Publix Super Markets Charities Truist Charitable Fund (A donor advised fund at the Winston Salem Foundation that is advised by Truist)
Connect Circle: $10,000 - $24,999
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ABB Duke Energy Foundation Mr. Beast - Youtube Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) United Way of Cumberland County United Way Tar River Region
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