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Juniors Programs for Girls in Grades 4-5
Junior Outdoor Badge Day
Calling all Juniors! Join us at Camp Ken-Jockety for a day-long badge earning event where you’ll earn the Animal Habitats and Eco Camper badges and be just one step away from earning your Camper Badge! This will bring you very close to completing your Outdoor Journey requirements. You’ll learn how to plan your camping trip and essential camping skills like how to start a fire, Leave No Trace Principles, and outdoor cooking basics. You’ll even get to cook your own lunch and a snack outside! Participants will leave this program with all three badges they earned. Lunch and a snack will be provided.
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Sun., April 14, 2024
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.)
$30 per youth
$10 per adult
Register by April 1, 2024
Mind Your Medicine
Juniors and Cadettes will join our student partners from the OSU College of Pharmacy to learn about how pharmacists handle, compound, and measure medicines! Safe prescription and over-the-counter medication practices will also be covered. All participants will receive the Junior/Cadette level Generation Rx patch.
Sat., Oct. 14, 2023
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. OR
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Watermark Office (Franklin Co.)
$5 per youth
Register by Wed., Oct. 4, 2023
ROX Strong and Worth Defending
In this signature Ruling Our eXperiences (ROX) safety and selfdefense workshop, ROX staff will teach girls critical and evidencebased verbal and physical skills that can be used in high-pressure or threatening situations. In this interactive workshop, Girl Scouts will learn statistics and common myths around harassment and violence along with tools and resources to increase communication and support in potentially difficult situations. Through this powerful and supportive all female experience, Girl Scouts will discover their strength, courage, and value. This workshop will be held outdoors in Columbus, Ohio weather permitting.
Sat., Oct. 21, 2023
Register by Sat., Oct. 7, 2023
Sat., May 4, 2024
Register by Mon., April 22, 2024
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
ROX Headquarters (Franklin Co.)
$33 per person
Stories in the Sky
Join Stargazers Casey and Tak for a fun overnight to earn the Space Science Investigator Badge. Learn about the size of the galaxy we live in and how to use a star wheel to find constellations by the seasons. Some of those constellations have amazing stories to tell. Come and see! Girls should bring a packed dinner for Friday night. A Friday snack and Saturday breakfast are provided.
Fri., Oct. 20, 2023 –Sat., Oct. 21, 2023
6:00 p.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Camp Crooked Lane (Morrow Co.)
$25 per person
Register by Mon., Oct. 16, 2023
Fall Troop Core Camp
Troop Core Camp is a fun and easy way for troops to enjoy the outdoors. Your troop provides the adult supervision, and we provide the rest - program facilitators, song leaders, activity materials, meals, and a whole lot of fun! Try a variety of offered activities. Troop Camp Certification is not required. Adults spending the night must be registered Girl Scout volunteers with a completed background check.
Fri., Nov. 3, 2023–Sat., Nov. 4, 2023
Register by Sat., Oct. 21, 2023
Sat., Nov. 4, 2023–Sun., Nov. 5, 2023
Register by Sat., Oct. 21, 2023
6:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Camp Crooked Lane (Morrow Co.)
$40 per youth
$35 per adult
Celebrating HERstory at the Kelton House
Learn about Victorian-era women and how their leadership empowered women at the Kelton House in Columbus, Ohio, then meet women from different careers who will share their roles as leaders in the community. Explore Victorian history with hands-on activities. Adult supervision is required — any adult planning to attend must register in advance and pay the program fee.
Sat., Nov. 4, 2023
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. OR
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Kelton House (Franklin Co.)
$12 per youth
Register by Mon., Oct. 23, 2023
Voter GIRL for Juniors
It’s your voice and your world! Learn how to take action in your community on issues that are important to you! You’ll complete steps toward earning your Inside Government badge by learning more about your community and working with others to make the world a better place.
Sat., Nov. 4, 2023
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Watermark Office (Franklin Co.)
$6 per person
Register by Wed., Oct. 25, 2023
Girl Scout Day at Elford Construction
Juniors through Ambassadors will join our friends at Elford to learn about how exciting the world of construction can be! You’ll get to learn about all the different jobs in the construction industry, get some hands-on experience building something of your own, and get to meet some of the amazing women who keep this company running. Step inside some cool heavy machinery, and work with other women who love building things! Girl Scouts will receive a fun patch.
Sat., Nov. 4, 2023
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Elford Construction (Franklin Co.)
$7 per youth
$2 per adult
Register by Sun., Oct. 29, 2023
Business Jumpstart
Put your creative problem solving to work as you identify a problem, come up with a product to solve it, create a prototype, and pitch your idea to the group! Enjoy working both on your own and with other Girl Scouts to earn your Business Startup badge and build your entrepreneurial mindset!
Sat., Dec. 9, 2023
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Watermark Office (Franklin Co.)
$8 per youth
Register by Fri., Nov. 24, 2023
Engineer for a Day with NiSource
Our partners at NiScouce are excited to introduce your Girl Scout to the engineering field. At this program, Girl Scouts will start the day with breakfast to fuel their minds before digging into a hands-on engineering challenge where they’ll work as a team to solve a problem presented by real engineers. Everyone will move on to explore different stations showing demonstrations and exploring other parts of engineering. To end the program, everyone will enjoy lunch, an engineering challenge awards ceremony, and then hear from a panel of women engineers. Girl Scouts will receive their STEM Career Exploration Badge.
Mon., Feb. 19, 2024
8:15 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
NiSource (Franklin Co.)
$10 per youth
$5 per adult
Register by Mon., Feb. 12, 2024
Agent of Change Virtual Journey
Throughout five online sessions, you’ll dive into the Agent of Change Journey. During this journey, you will discover the special talents of yourself and other Girl Scouts, and learn how to use those powers to make your community a better place. Participants will complete activities on their own before each session. At the end of the five sessions, Girl Scouts will be ready to implement their Take Action Projects. This program is a great option for Juniors who need to complete a journey before starting their Girl Scout Bronze Award.
Tues., Jan. 16 – Tues. Feb. 13, 2024
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Virtual $15 per youth
Register by Thurs. Jan 11, 2024
Healthy Me with Adena Health
Discover essential health strategies, meet women in medical careers, and complete activities toward your First Aid badge at the Adena Medical Center in Chillicothe, OH. Badge not included.
Sat., Jan. 20, 2024
8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Adena Medical Center (Ross Co.)
$5 per youth
Register by Mon., Jan. 8, 2024
Life on the Underground Railroad
Girls will experience life on the Underground Railroad as they tour Kelton House in Columbus, Ohio, learn about the leadership roles of African Americans in the community, and discover the courage of an actual freedom seeker who lived in the house during the mid-19th century. Adult supervision is required — any adult planning to attend must register in advance and pay the program fee.
Sat., Feb. 3, 2024
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. OR
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Kelton House (Franklin Co.)
$15 per person
Register by Fri., Jan. 19, 2024
Social Butterfly with CoMo Dance
Do you know how to be a polite attendee at a professional performance and reception? Spend time at the theater with the Columbus Modern Dance Company. The workshop will begin with etiquette lessons and crafts. After a one-hour break, you’ll put your skills to the test at a special matinee performance of modern dance. Semi-formal attire should be worn. Adult supervision is required. Adults must register and pay the program fee. Attendees will complete the steps towards earning the Social Butterfly badge, which can be purchased at your local GSOH shop.
Sun., Feb. 18, 2024
12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Dublin Recreation Center’s Abbey Theater (Franklin Co.)
$26 per person
Register by Wed., Feb. 7, 2024
Badge Day at the ZMA: Fun with Painting!
Bring out your inner artist as you discover a wide range of paintings at the Zanesville Museum of Art. Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts are invited to explore the ZMA galleries, create several exciting painting projects with a variety of different paints, and complete steps to earn badges. Activities fulfill several requirements for the Girl Scouts Brownie Painting Badge and the Boy Scouts Art Merit Badge. The activities are based on the Brownie Painting badge, but all ages are welcome.
Sat., Feb 24, 2024
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Zanesville Museum of Art (Muskingum Co.)
$15-20 per youth
Register by Wed., Feb. 14, 2024
Spring Tea at Kelton House
Put on your fanciest attire and step back in time to enjoy a Victorian Tea at the Kelton House in Columbus, Ohio. Learn the proper manners as well as the Victorian traditions at the Kelton House Museum and Garden. The program will include sweets and savories along with hot tea, china cups, and the manners to sit with the Queen. Adult supervision is required — any adult planning to attend must register in advance and pay the program fee.
Sat., March 2, 2024
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. OR 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Kelton House (Franklin Co.)
$22 per person
Register by Fri., Feb. 16, 2024
Stargazers Overnight
This experience inspires the next generation of astronomers. Girl Scouts will develop an understanding of the different constellations while learning about how a telescope works at the Armstrong Air and Space Museum in Wapakoneta, OH. Then they will cap off the evening with a sky view using the museum telescopes and binoculars (weather permitting).
Sat., March 2 – Sun., March 3, 2024
6:30 p.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Armstrong Air and Space Museum (Auglaize Co.)
$53 per youth
$23 per adult
Register by Fri., Feb. 16, 2024
aMUSE Junior Journey in a Day
In this Journey in a Day, you’ll dive into the aMUSE Journey! Girl Scouts will practice visual communication and design skills to explore all the roles they play every day. At the end of the day, participants will be ready to implement their Take Action Projects. This program is a great option for Juniors who need to complete a Journey prior to starting their Girl Scout Bronze Award.
Sat., March 16, 2024
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Watermark Office (Franklin Co.)
$30 per person
Register by Mon., March 4, 2024
Spring Troop Core Camp
Troop Core Camp is a fun and easy way for troops to enjoy the outdoors. Your troop provides the adult supervision, and we provide the rest - program facilitators, song leaders, activity materials, meals, and a whole lot of fun! Try a variety of offered activities. Troop Camp Certification is not required.
Fri., April 4, 2024 –
Sat., April 5, 2024
Register by Wed., March 22, 2024
Sat., April 5, 2024 –
Sun., April 6, 2024
Register by Wed., March 22, 2024
6:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Camp Crooked Lane (Morrow Co.)
$40 per youth
$35 per adult
Mall Lock-In
The DJ will keep Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors dancing while they roam the halls of the mall after hours! Come dressed ready to rock the red carpet with your friends! Try activities that test your pop culture knowledge and complete financial literacy challenges to earn prize tickets. The glitz and glam of Old Hollywood will surround you as you shop at your favorite stores and keep the party going all night long. A custom fun patch, lanyard, and shopping bag are included!
Sat., April 20-Sun., April 21, 2024
9:30 p.m.–5:00 a.m.
Indian Mound Mall (Licking Co.)
Prices TBD
Register by Mon., April 1, 2024
Cardboard Boat Regatta
Grab your team and construct your life-sized boat out of nothing but duct tape and cardboard. Then, join us in the pond as we host a friendly competition to find out who made the best boat. Sharpen your design and construction skills by putting them to the ultimate test! Fun patch and participation ribbon included! Adults required. You won’t want to miss this unique experience at Camp Crooked Lane! Open to all ages!
Get ready to set sail on June 23, 2024!
The Bronze Award
Did you know you can make a BIG impact on your local community by earning a Bronze Award with your troop?
Troop 9305 of Adams County did some research after visiting their local animal shelter and figured out that the cats there needed more enrichment and physical activity. They worked together to create a special “catio” outdoor play space for the cats there, so they were able to get their energy out in a safe way outside.
No matter your age, YOU have the power to make the world a better place!
Visit gsoh.org/bronze to learn more!
Tree Climbing
Participants will learn the safety aspects and basics of tree climbing before putting on a harness and taking to the trees at Dawes Arboretum. Girls will complete the requirements for their Climbing Adventure badge. Equipment is provided.
Sun., April 28, 2024
12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. OR 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The Dawes Arboretum (Licking Co.)
$40 per climber Register by Wed., April 10, 2024
Beginner Canoe
Certified Canoe Instructors will teach girls basic paddling and safety skills. Participants will practice those skills on Lake Loretta at Alley Park.
Thurs., May 16, 2024
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Alley Park (Fairfield Co.)
$19 per person
Register by Wed., May 1, 2024
Welcome to Cadettes!
Girl Scout second year Juniors and first year Cadettes are invited to camp to explore what Girl Scouting has to offer to middle schoolers. Adults are also invited to join in on the fun and will be split off into sessions that give them the opportunity to learn all about life as an Older Girl Scout, talk with volunteers and Girl Scout Staff, gaining knowledge and resources that help them transition into leading middle school Girl Scouts.
Sat., May 18, 2024
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.)
$10 per member
Register by Fri., May 3, 2024
Archery Academy
Certified Archery Instructors at Alley Park will help girls earn their Archery badge as they guide them through the safety procedures prior to teaching how to properly shoot a bow and arrow. Archery equipment is provided.
Tues., May 21, 2024
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Alley Park (Fairfield Co.)
$19 per person
Register by Fri., May 3, 2024
Girl Scouts Golf
Join in on the fun of an LPGA-USGA Girls Golf Experience Day at First Tee Central Ohio located at Blacklick Woods Golf Course in Reynoldsburg! Participants will enjoy 2 hours of learning golf basics by doing and will participate in games and crafts. All participants will leave with a goodie bag to remember their awesome adventure in golf. No experience needed to participate. Chaperones are required and dads and father figures are welcome to attend!
Sat., June 22, 2024
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Blacklick Woods Golf Course (Fairfield Co.)
$12 per person
Register by Fri., June 7, 2024
Girl Scouts on the Water Kayaking Day for Juniors with Pea Ohana Watersports
Join us for a day on the water for Girls Scouts and their families with Pea Ohana Watersports. Learn about water safety and paddling techniques and get ready to kayak! Bring a packed lunch for a picnic and make a day of it! This program takes place in Zanesville, Ohio. Fee includes kayak rental and instruction.
Sun., June 2, 2024
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Pea Ohana Watersports (Muskingum Co.)
$38 per member
Register by Mon., May 20, 2024
