Program Partners
We are thankful for the many businesses, organizations, and
nonprofits that offer special programs and discounts to Girl Scouts
and their families!
Below you’ll find a list of partners’ offerings and their contact information. Contact them to set up your own fun adventures!
Arts & Culture 
Alabama Contemporary Art Center
Local Art Gallery that offers a tour of their current exhibition, which features multiple examples of collages, a short presentation about collages, covering composition, color materials, and message, followed by a collage project.
Where: 301 Conti Street, Mobile AL 36602
Contact: Email or call (251) 208-5671
Price: $5 per Girl Scout
Girl Scout Level: Seniors
Badges: Collage Artist
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
All About Art
TEMPORARILY CLOSED.
All About Art is a Creative Hands-on Studio offering, Paint your own Pottery, Clay, Painting on Canvas Mosaics, Door Hangers, and Classes for All Ages.
Where: 102 S Main, Enterprise, AL 36330
Contact: E-mail Jessica Goodson and Regena Lacey or call 334-348-2738
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Strong Sense of Self – Girls have confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Challenge-Seeking - Girls take the appropriate risks, try new things even if they might fail, and learn from mistakes.
Colonial Fort Condé
This replica fort was opened in 1976, as part of the nation’s bicentennial celebration. Today, it serves as a museum for Mobile’s colonial history and a living history center. Guided tours are available on weekdays. Educational events take place throughout the year. See historymuseumofmobile.com for operational updates on the Fort due to impact from COVID19.
What is offered: Guided tour, cell phone tour, events
Where: 150 S. Royal Street, Mobile, Al 36602
Contact: Jennifer Theeck or call 251-301-0270
Price: $6 per person (Guided or self-guided visits must be scheduled at least 2 weeks in advance to receive the partner rate. Rate subject to change for special exhibitions.)
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Healthy Relationships – Girls develop and maintain healthy relationships by communicating their feelings directly and resolving conflicts constructively.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
Darkshi Creations
Photography for events and teaching photography with digital and film cameras and cell phones. Learn from a Pro [2 hr class]– Lotus will come in and do a short basics class to familiarize the scouts and their camera. They will then take turns photographing a prop setup with natural and artificial lighting techniques. They will then learn how to take pictures off their cameras, store them onto a computer/phone and learn how to do basic editing and be able to save the altered image and post onto social media.
Selecting Your First Camera [1 hr class] – Lotus will break down what makes a camera work, what to look for in the right camera and how to shop the Previously Owner and New markets without being scammed, oversold and being hurt by faulty warranties.
Photography as a Business [1.5 hr class] – Lotus will do a 30 minute Q&A tell all be all of the good and bad bits of being a decade-long professional in the photography community, how to market one's talents and more.
Instructor can go to troop, or troop can come to her.
Where: 13945 Lottie Ave Bayou La Batre, AL 36509
Contact: Lotus Buccola, 251.308.6936,
Price: $25 per Girl Scout/ Per Class [Min/Max- 3/10]
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Badges: Digital Photography, Photographer, Shutterbug, aMUSE [modeling for the class], Marketing, Business, Entrepreneur, Collage Artist, Outdoor Art Master
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge-Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Healthy Relationships – Girls develop and maintain healthy relationships by communicating their feelings directly and resolving conflicts constructively.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
History Museum of Mobile
The museum contains over 20,000 square feet of artifacts, text, audio, video, and hands-on interactives that bring Mobile’s history to life. Guided tours are available on weekdays. Educational events take place throughout the year. See historymuseumofmobile.com for operational updates on the museum due to impact from COVID19.
Where: 111 South Royal Street, Mobile, AL
Contact: Please email Jennifer Theeck or call (251) 301-0270
Description of the program they will offer: guided tours, educational events
Price: $6 per person (Guided or self-guided visits must be scheduled at least 2 weeks in advance to receive the partner rate. Rate subject to change for special exhibitions.)
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge-Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Healthy Relationships – Girls develop and maintain healthy relationships by communicating their feelings directly and resolving conflicts constructively.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
Mobile Carnival Museum
Immerse yourself in the rich history and traditions of the carnival season and learn how Mobile became the birthplace of Mardi Gras. See firsthand the intricate and artistry of majestic crowns, scepters, and robes of Mardi Gras Monarchs. Discover the art of costume design and float construction. Experience a behind the mask view of the street party by climbing aboard a rocking float. View videos and historical pictures dating back to 1886.
Tours are tailored to the age of the Girl Scouts and to a particular area of study upon request. The Mobile Carnival Museum is located in the historic Bush Bernstein house and the mystical Den is the former carriage room of the house. Duration time: 1 hour. Reservations are required.
Where: 355 Government Blvd., Mobile, Al 36602
Contact: Judi Gulledge or call 251-431-9334
Price: $3 for Girl Scouts and Chaperones, no charge for leaders
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Badge: Council Mardi Gras Patch
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Mobile Museum of Art
The Mobile Museum of Art’s permanent collection consists of an assemblage of American, European, African and Asian art including paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings, and decorative art. They will offer Gallery Tours and Studio Art classes to reinforce themes.
Where: 4850 Museum Drive, Mobile, AL 36608
Contact: Kim Wood or call 251-208-5212
Price: $6
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Badges: Some art badges in part
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Challenge-Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Museum of Alabama Scavenger Hunt
The Museum of Alabama Scavenger Hunt is a patch program created for the Alabama Department of Archives and History by six Girl Scouts in Troop 9327. Participants will answer questions in the pamphlet which guides them through the Hands-on Gallery and the Museum of Alabama. When completed you can purchase a patch designed and donated by the department.
Where: 624 Washington Avenue, Montgomery, Al 36104
Contact: Email Kelly Hallberg or call (334) 353-3288
Price: FREE
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
P’zazz Art Studio
What once was a small studio only opened a few hours a week is now a 6 day a week studio that appeals to kids and adults of all ages! P’zazz continues to offer children’s art classes, birthday parties, adult classes, private parties, Mom and Me classes, summer art camps, fundraisers, and so much more.
Where: 138 W. Main Street, Prattville AL, 36066
Contact: Call Kasey Hope at 334-354-1975
Badges: Brownie-Painter Badge, Junior-Drawing Badge, Cadette
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Tuskegee Airman National Site
African American History and Culture, American Indian History and Culture, Asian American History and Culture, Aviation, Civil War, Cold War, French and Indian War, Hispanic or Latino American History and Culture, Historic Preservation, History, Law, Mexican War, Military and Wartime History, Naval History, Public Policy, Revolutionary War, War of 1812, World War I, World War II.
Where: 1616 Chappie James Ave, Tuskegee, AL 36083
Contact: Call 334-724-0922.
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Positive Values - Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Community Problem Solving - Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, and create “action plans” to solve them
Strong Sense of Self – Girls have confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Challenge Seeking - Girls take the appropriate risks, try new things even if they might fail, and learn from their mistakes
Community Service
Blessed Trinity Shrine Retreat
We are a Christian Retreat Center with 1200 acres of land. We are offering an Adopt-a-Trail, Adopt-a-Pond, or Adopt-a-Garden opportunity for outdoor-minded Girl Scouts. We have many other potential opportunities, please contact us to discuss your ideas.
Where: 107 Holy Trinity Road, Fort Mitchell, Alabama 36856
Contact: Email Elisabeth Donner or call 334-947-9557
Price: FREE
Level: All Levels: This opportunity would serve as bronze – gold awards or for troop project(s)
What badges will be addressed in part or whole: Animal Habitats, Flowers, Gardener, Outdoor Art Explorer, Animal Helpers, Eco Trekker, Night Owl, Outdoor Art Apprentice, Trailblazing, Trees, Adventurer, Eco Explorer, Outdoor Art Expert, Sky, Voice for Animals, Eco Advocate, Outdoor Art Master
What Girl Scout Outcomes are covered: Sense of Self – Girls have confidence in themselves and their abilities and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
Love Your Community
Mobile County Commissioner Connie Hudson’s Love Your Community is an on-going anti-litter campaign. The campaign sponsored collaboratively by Commission District 2, Keep Mobile Beautiful, and the Alabama Coastal Heritage Trust, is a county-wide (including all cities) effort to encourage and organize grassroots citizen involvement in attacking the growing litter problem in our community.
Supplies such as litter grabbers, reusable and disposable bags, safety T-shirts, and gloves are provided at no charge to members of all participating teams, and teams can consist of as few as one person or up to fifty or more dedicated individuals. Volunteers may be your neighbors, friends, family, co-workers, school service organizations, or any other group or individual who is tired of seeing ugly litter everywhere and realizes that we all have to work together for a cleaner environment.
Each team chooses a designated geographic area around their neighborhood, business, school, place of worship, or major thoroughfare for which to monitor and pick up litter. Litter pick-up dates and times are determined by each team to fit team members’ schedules.
To join our Love Your Community campaign, sign up your team on the attached Pledge form and return the completed Pledge to Mobile County District 2.
You will then be contacted when your team’s supplies are ready for pick-up. At least quarterly, we ask that you email us to give the number of volunteers/volunteer hours, and bags of litter collected to help us keep track of our efforts. Also, we would love to see pictures of your team in action to share with the community! Many thanks in advance for your help and support. Let’s Love Your Community and clean up Mobile County!
Where: 205 Government Street, 10th Floor, Mobile, AL 36644
Contact: E-mail Catherine Reaves or call 251-574-2000
Price: FREE
Level: All Levels
What Girl Scout Outcomes are covered: Sense of Self – Girls have confidence in themselves and their abilities and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
Montgomery Police Department Tour
Girl Scouts can visit and tour the Police Department in Montgomery. All age levels are welcome to come.
Where: 320 North Ripley Street, Montgomery AL, 36104.
Contact: Call 334-625-2532 and ask for a supervisor to schedule a tour.
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Badges: Daises - Gerri’s Story
Ambassadors - Step 4 of the Public Policy Badge
Discounts
Alabama Outdoors
Retailer stocking apparel, shoes & equipment for outdoor activities ranging from climbing to hiking. Inform salesperson that you are a Girl Scout to qualify for 10% discount.
Where: 9 Du Rhu Dr #305, Mobile, AL 36608 (Legacy Village Shopping Village)
Contact: Call the Store Manager at 251-340-0528.
Life Skills
E.A.T South
Give them a call and see what they can do for you! They have a variety of programs for many different badges and levels.
Where: 485 Molton Street, Montgomery AL, 36104
Contact: email info@eatsoutth.org or call 334-422-9331.
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Positive Values - Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Community Problem Solving - Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, and create “action plans” to solve them
Cabot Cheese
Cabot Creamery is proud to offer eight free youth patch programs. Children of all ages will enjoy exploring these patches to help build life-long skills.
* B Corp - teaches kids the importance of strong, healthy communities
* Calcium Challenge - The 3-Every-Day Calcium Challenge Patch program encourages individuals to learn about the importance of calcium in a healthy diet.
*Co-ops for the community - The Co-ops for Community Patch program inspires young girls to learn more about the value of cooperatives as a better business model, and helps builds leadership skills, and supports community connections.
*Farm Love - Cabot’s new Farm Love Patch Program shows children how the delicious dairy products make it from our farms to their tables while learning how Cabot farmers care for their cows, their communities, and their planet. Learn more about this free program at Cabot cheese. coop/farm-love-patch
* Fueling head to toe - Fueling Head to Toe teaches children the importance of a healthy lifestyle, one that includes regular physical activity, and proper nutrition. The hands-on activities provide kids the practical tips and tools to stay fit and healthy now and in the future.
*Gratitude - kids will learn the importance of feeling and expressing gratitude
*Pollinator - teaches kids about the importance of pollinators in our communities
*Sustainability - kids will learn how to take small steps towards sustainability
These patch programs can be found under the Community Tab/Youthful Matter/Scout Patch Programs. Download the complete booklet to earn the patch. Once complete, fill out the survey form on the website to receive your free patch and treat pack.
Price: FREE
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Healthy Relationships – Girls develop and maintain healthy relationships by communicating their feelings directly and resolving conflicts constructively.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
Outdoor Skills & Adventure
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
Go wild with our encounters! Experience up close and personal time with lemurs, sloths, kangaroos, and tamanduas in an exciting, fun, and educational atmosphere.
Wide pathways throughout the park offer close-up views of more than 500 exotic animals including lions, tigers, bears, primates, leopards, wolves, and more! Visit the reptile house, petting zoo, and aviary. Shaded picnic area, gift shop, and seasonal concessions. Open year-round with seasonal encounters, animal shows, and keeper talks.
Where: 20499 Oak Road East, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Contact: Call 251-256-7008. Large groups (15+) require 48-hour reservation to receive 15% discount.
Price: Adults 13 and up $22.95, Children 3-12yrs $14.95
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Badges: Animal Habitat
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Bellingrath Gardens and Home
Bellingrath Gardens and Home is 65 acres of year-round beauty. Within this beautiful estate are gardens and landscapes that showcase their own specific variety of wonder. Bellingrath Gardens and Home offers educational, self-guided workshops that K-5 student groups can use to lead themselves through the gardens in a self-guided tour. The gardens facility has excellent resources for exploring plant sciences, ecosystems, wetlands and conservation. We have designed our curriculum to help meet state and local standards for teaching students as they are actively engaged in learning experiences in the Gardens. While we have designed the worksheets and field trip guidelines, we do not offer guides or teachers to facilitate the workshops. Reservations are required for the educational boxes.
Where: 12401 Bellingrath Road, Theodore, AL 36582
Contact: Email Shanna Bennett or call 251-459-8986
Price: $8.00 – Girl Scouts (ages 5 – 12) Price includes workshop materials
$12.50 – Girl Scouts (ages 13 +) Price includes workshop materials
$11.50 - Adults
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Badges: Some of the educational boxes will help troops earn some or all requirements for badge work.
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
Discovery Hall Programs promote conservation through education, research, and outreach. By increasing public awareness and understanding of the ocean, people will respect and protect marine environments. Through hands-on activities in vibrant marine habitats, people can see the impact of science on their daily lives.
Most popular trips listed below. Please see the website for many more fun opportunities.
Research Vessel trip- (5th grade and up). Girl Scouts will explore Mobile Bay and the Gulf of Mexico on the research vessel, RV Alabama Discovery. Girls will learn about the biology, ecology, and diversity of this ecosystem by trawling to collect and identify animals that inhabit Alabama’s coastal waters.
Salt Marsh – (5th grade and up). Girl Scouts are introduced to the estuaries and the important role they play. Students will pull seine nets to collect samples to discuss and learn.
Beach Walk – (5th grade and up). After an introduction to Dauphin Island’s beach, dune and maritime forest landscape, Girl Scouts will explore the animals and plants that inhabit this landscape and discuss how they have adapted to their physical environment.
Where: 101 Bienville Blvd., Dauphin Island, AL 36528
Contact: 251-861-7500
Girl Scout Level: Varies by program
Badges: Depends on the excursion. Refer to badge requirements.
What Girl Scout Outcomes are covered: Sense of Self – Girls have confidence in themselves and their abilities and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium
The Estuarium is an exciting educational public aquarium highlighting the four key habitats of coastal Alabama: the Mobile Tensaw River Delta, Mobile Day, the Barrier Islands, and the Northern Gulf of Mexico. It includes the 10,000-square-foot Exhibit Hall, a 7,000-gallon sting ray touch pool, and the Living Marsh Boardwalk. This facility has 31 aquariums totaling over 30,000 gallons with more than 100 species on display. The Estuarium showcases the plants, animals, and other natural resources found in the Estuary and its surrounding marine habitats.
Where: 101 Bienville Blvd. Dauphin Island, AL 36528
Contact: Call 251-861-7500 for more information.
Price: Price: Adult (19+) $12, Child (5-18 yrs) $6
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
Fort Morgan State Historic Site
Tours of the fort, scout camping areas, and service projects. As well as, overnight Troop camping in the fort.
Where: 110 AL-180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Contact: Email or call 251-540-5257
Price: Camping is $4 per night/Girl Scout, two leaders free, additional adults are $15 per night. Girl Scouts are required to provide 2 hours of service at the site.
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
Graham Creek Nature Preserve and Interpretive Center
Graham Creek Nature Preserve is home to hundreds of plant and wildlife species, among almost 500 acres of natural habitats including pine savannas, bottomland wetlands, mixed forests, and tidal marshes. The preserve provides educational and recreational opportunities for the community and is situated less than 2 miles from the Foley Beach Express.
Graham Creek Preserve offers 4 level field trips. These are only offered Tuesday-Thursday so this would make a great Holiday, Spring Break, or summer activity for your troop.
Daisies/Brownies – Weather and clouds, trees and leaves, caterpillars and butterflies, birds, flowers and bog tour, slugs, snails, worms and soil, special species, insects, and spiders, watersheds and stewardship and Reptiles and mammals. (K-3rd).
Juniors/Cadettes – Aquatic invertebrate/creek bio-survey, watershed and heritage (H₂0 experiment and local lore), habitat assessment and land management (hike), carnivorous plants and food web (wagon ride) (4th-6th)
Cadettes/Seniors – Earth (soils, terrestrial flora, and fauna of upland and wetland habitats), Fire (prescribed burning, forestry, mapping, turpentine history), Water (aquatic fauna, water sampling, watersheds and cycle, stream assessment) (7th-9th)
Seniors/Ambassadors – Earth (soils, terrestrial flora and fauna of upland and wetland habitats, Fire (prescribed burning, forestry, mapping, turpentine history), Water (aquatic fauna, water sampling, watersheds and cycle, stream assessment) (10th-12th)
Graham Creek is a city park and free to explore on your own. However, they do rent out the Nature Center and picnic pavilion for private groups. Rental information.
Also, Observe and Explore Day is usually scheduled on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Please see the website for details.
Contact: Email or call 251-923-4267 ext. 884
Where: 23460 Wolf Bay Drive, Foley, Alabama 36535
Price: Free
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
Humming Star Alpacas
A small alpaca farm that raises these beautiful animals for their amazing fleece. The alpacas are sheared each spring and their fiber is used in various fiber arts including clothing items.
Humming Star Alpacas can customize your field trip to best meet the needs of Girl Scouts. However, their basic field trip includes meeting the alpacas, learning about them and what is required to raise them, watching a short video of their alpacas being sheared to better understand the harvesting process, using the picker and the carder (small hand machines used for processing the fleece), and creating a take-home fiber art project.
Where: 19700 Blueberry Lane, Silverhill, Al 36576
Contact: Email or call 251-214-8224
Price: $10.00 per person
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Leon Brooks Hines State Fishing Lake
Leon Brooks Hines State Fishing Lake is on the outskirts of Wing, Alabama in the Conecuh National Forest. It is run by the state. Doug and Allie Devine hold the contract to manage the lake and run the fishing post.
Girl Scouts can tent camp on the grounds free of charge. Bathrooms are at the shop on the property. The lake and grounds are an awesome place to have a fishing or hiking day. Bring a picnic and enjoy the lake. Because of the location, it is a great area for bird and wildlife watching. The carnivorous plant bog is a draw for people from all over. A local biologist from the forest service can be arranged to provide a guided tour.
Where: 917 Barney Road, Wing, AL 36483
Contact: Email Doug and Allie Devine or call 251-809-0068
Price: There is a small fishing fee for kids 12+
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
What Girl Scout Outcomes are covered:
Sense of Self – Girls have confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
Live Oak Landing
In North Baldwin County you can find a tranquil eco/adventure destination that rests below the swaying Live Oaks and Spanish Moss, on the Eastern banks of the Tensaw River. This park is 175 acres that include hiking trails, fishing piers, catch and release fishing pond, disc golf course, canoe and kayak launch (soon to be 8 miles of mountain bike trails) and more to come, all brought together with an RV park, primitive and backcountry campsites. There is even a group camping area specifically built for scout and school groups.
Guided canoe/kayak tours, canoe and kayak training and instruction, guided nature hikes, fishing training and instruction, overnight campouts, disc golf, and themed birthday parties.
Where: 8700 Live Oak Road, Stockton, AL 36579
Contact: call 251-800-7464
Price: Weekend campouts starting at $0. Other prices vary based on activities. Prices can always be lowered through community service and charitable activities. Custom weekends full of organized activities can be coordinated through our booking agents.
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Badges: Some parts of the program could go towards badge work.
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
Mobile Botanical Gardens
In 1974 the South Alabama Horticultural & Botanical Society Inc. agreed to develop and maintain the current 100 acres as Mobile Botanical Gardens, and leases the land from the City of Mobile. Prior to European settlement in the 1700’s, the land on which Mobile Botanical Gardens stands today was part of a vast longleaf pine forest. Because most of this land was logged in the early 1900’s, our 35 acre conservation forest area is considered second generation growth. The lake in Langan Park on the other side of Museum Drive was once Mobile’s water supply until the 1950’s, and the acreage surrounding the lake was restricted from development.
THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES CAN BE ARRANGED TO MEET THE LISTED BADGE STEPS. EACH WILL LAST ABOUT ONE HOUR. ONLY ONE ACTIVITY CAN BE OFFERED ON A SINGLE DATE FOR A TROOP. IF A GROUP IS LARGER THAN TEN, TWO BACK-TO-BACK SESSIONS OF THE SAME ACTIVITY CAN BE ARRANGED FOR TEN SCOUTS EACH.
BUGS
- Try a bug craft – make a butterfly feeder
- See bugs in action – visit the Pollinator Garden
- Take a bug field trip – insect demonstration and woodland search
FLOWERS
- Uncover the science of one flower – carnivorous plants (pitcher plants); the sunflower family
- Find out how flowers help people – visit herb garden with guide from Gulf Coast Herb Society; Grocery Store Botany activity
- Have fun with flowers – press flowers for drying; make flower prints
TREES
- Dig into the amazing science of trees – explore the ecology of the Long Leaf Pine forest
Where: 5151 Museum Drive, Mobile, Al 36608
Contact: Email
Price: The Group reservation fee is $35 for up to 25 people, $50 for 26-60 people. We cannot accommodate groups larger than 60. The reservation fee will secure the date of your tour. An additional fee of $3 per person is required upon arrival at MBG on the scheduled tour date.
What badges will be addressed in part or whole:
Brownie – part of Bugs
Juniors – part of Flowers
Cadettes – part of Trees
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
Riverside Ranch
Riverside Ranch, located in Loxley, offers horseback riding lessons and leasing. Small and large groups can be accommodated, as well as the length of the program.
Where: 26061 Monsanto Road, Loxley, Al 36551
Contact: Email or call (251) 236-3700.
Price: Please call for pricing, as this depends on group size and length of the program.
Girl Scout Level: All Levels (badges available for Brownies and Juniors)
Badges: Brownies earn Bit and Bridle and Juniors earn Horseback riding. Badges available for purchase in Girl Scout Shop.
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park
Battleship Memorial Park is a war memorial and Museum offering self-guided tours of the USS Alabama Battleship, USS Drum, and Aircraft Pavilion. Also offered are memorials honoring men and women who fought in all our modern wars – Korean Memorial, Vietnam Memorial, Fallen Guardian Memorial honoring those whose lives were lost in service to the U.S. Coast Guard. Don’t miss our poignant Service Dog War Memorial that honors dogs who served our country. Explore our Fallen Hero 9/11 Memorial that pays tribute to all the Alabamians who have given their lives in service since 9/11.
Overnight Stays – Battleship Memorial Park offers your troop the opportunity to step back in history during an overnight stay aboard our WWII battleship USS ALABAMA. This unique experience includes sleeping in the berthing areas of the ship where sailors slept during WWII. A self-guided tour is included. For a complete overview of the program, please visit www.ussalabama.com and click through Plan your Visit- Programs- Overnight Stays. This will give all the information you need including meals, what to bring, and reservations forms. Note, reservations are based on female-only or male-only overnight stays.
Where: 2703 Battleship Parkway, Mobile, Al 36602
Contact: Email Director of Education Programs or Youth Overnight Program Coordinator or call 251-433-2703.
Price: $20 per person with a $300 minimum for each troop/service unit reservation. There is a $100 non-refundable deposit required with each troop reservation.
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
WildNative Tours - Delta Safaris
Educational boat tours, guided kayak tours, canoe and kayak training and instruction, canoe and kayak rentals, scavenger hunts and various other nature-based activities.
All of the tours can be customized to focus on specific nature based topics and activities. They pride themselves in their educational components delivered in a fun and exciting environment.
Contact: Email or call 251-272-4088
Where: 30841 Five Rivers Blvd, Spanish Fort, Al 36527
Price: Varies depending on activity ($5 - $35 per person)
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Badges: Some parts of the program could go towards badge work.
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
WildNative Tours - Gulf Shores
Bon Secour National WIldlife Refuge Tour - Escape from the bustling beach and enjoy 3 hours of peaceful and tranquil paddling in the secluded inlets of the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge.
Dolphins at Sunset Kayak Tour - This is a dolphin encounter like none other. Learn about these amazing animals in their natural habitat from the intimate, unobtrusive and non-threatening vantage point of a kayak.
Where: 4159 County Road 6, Gulf Shores, Al 36542
Contact: Email or call 251-272-4088
Price: Standard pricing is $50 for a 3-hour tour; however, group rates are available and shorter tours can be organized to meet any budget constraints.
Girl Scout Level: Junior, Cadette, Senior, Ambassador
Badges: Some parts of the program could go towards badge work.
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
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Build-A-Bear Workshop
For more than 20 years, Build-A-Bear Workshop has been providing the one-of-a-kind experience of making your own furry friends for Guests of all ages. Their Build-A-Party experience has been delighting groups since the beginning.
Girl Scout themed parties will feature the newest cookie bear, for each member to make and take home. Other Girl Scouts licensed items such as unique fun fashions, uniforms in Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, Junior, and Cadette/Senior/Ambassador styles, and exciting accessories bring the Girl Scout adventure to life.
With every Build-A-Party celebration, a Party Leader guides the fun, each Guest makes and takes home a furry friend and fun is had by all!
Where: 30500 State Hwy 181, Spanish Fort, AL 36527
Contact: 251-625-4183
Level: All Levels
Girl Scout Outcome covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Get Air Trampoline Mobile
Get Air Sports in Mobile, Alabama is a trampoline focused fun center. As part of the Get Air franchise, this location includes a variety of activities including a full-service trampoline park, foam pit, dodgeball, ninja course and more.
Where: 842 Schillinger Rd. S. Mobile, Al 36695
Contact: Tony Walker at 251-241-3101 or email.
Price: 20% off jump time for Girl Scouts
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Knot Just Beads
Knot Just Beads studio offers classes on jewelry making. Knot Just Beads will work with girl’s Junior level and up to learn about the jewelry making business. Get to know the tools of the trade and make a piece of jewelry to take home. Junior level troops to earn some steps of the Jeweler badge. Troop leaders need to call in advance to set up the session and decide on the budget.
Where: 2605 Old Shell Rd, Mobile. Al 36607.
Contact: Call Eileen Schwarz at 251-473-8650.
Price: Starting at $8, depending on the piece of jewelry being made.
Girl Scout Level: Junior, Cadette, Senior, Ambassador
Badge: Juniors - Jeweler
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
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Coastal Alabama Community College SC-NAVTA (Student chapter of National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America
The Coastal Alabama Community College Veterinary Technician Program students educate Girl Scouts on proper pet care. The Coastal Alabama Community College Veterinary Technician students offer a program for all Girl Scouts where they can interact with a variety of pets both exotic and small animals (dogs, cats, birds, pet reptiles), and learn about the proper care of each pet.
Help Girl Scouts achieve badges in Animal/Pet Care. This program will consist of Veterinary Technician students walking the scouts through the 5 steps necessary to achieve these badges. There will be live animal contact so girls with allergies should be prepared. The program will be held on Saturdays in a place secured by the troop/Service unite. Please make sure live animals are welcome.
Where: 1900 Hwy 31 South Bay Minette Alabama (servicing both Mobile and Baldwin Counties)
Contact Info: Barbara Robinson, LVT Veterinary Technician Instructor call 251-580-2274 or email Barbara.Robinson@coastalalabama.edu
Price: Free
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
What badges will be addressed in part or whole: Requirements will be met in part for the following badges: Brownie – Pets, Junior – Animal Habitats, Cadettes – Animal Helpers.
What Girl Scout Outcomes are covered:
Sense of Self – Girls have confidence in themselves and their abilities and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
GenerateTech, Inc.
GenerateTech recently relocated to a new spacious facility in order to safely continue its in-person hands-on training during COVID-19.
As a nonprofit, GenerateTech is committed to providing scalable, real-world and hands-on cutting-edge STEM educational training experiences to all students at little to no cost, so that anyone who seeks to participate could not be excluded because of the cost factor. GenerateTech was established to give economically disadvantaged and non-athletic students the opportunity to benefit from quality systematic training in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. The company’s program is geared towards working with students from the traditional school system and homeschooled and special needs students. A significant part of the organization’s strategic vision is to challenge, inspire, and educate students of all backgrounds and ethnicities to focus more on science, engineering and computer programming careers. The company is able to achieve its goals by soliciting and employing the services of reputable and qualified teachers and professionals from our community. As a STEM education service provider, we are capable of training girl scouts to achieve any of the STEM-related badges they will need.
Where: 231 Shelton Beach Rd., Suite A, Saraland, AL 36571
Contact: Mark Fraser (President) 251-242-5308,
Grey Gaillard (Vice President) 251-769-3749/ office: 251-408-9994
Email: admin@generatetech.com
Description of the program they will offer: GenerateTech and its principals will provide training in a myriad of areas to equip girl scouts with the skills necessary for the achievement of all their STEM-related badges. The company’s program is unique in that it is hands-on and engages all students in the learning process while bridging skills in science, technology, engineering, and math.
Price: $10 - $30 based on the number of participants and number of badges
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Badges: GenerateTech is capable of providing training for the achievement of all STEM-related badges.
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center
Discovery Demos 15 mins, Little Discovery’s 20-30 mins, Clastblast 30-45 mins, Exploreum-U 60-90 mins.
Where: 65 Government Street, Mobile, Al 36602
Contact: Email Monica Dunklin or call 251-208-6880
Price: Please call for special Girl Scout pricing and group rates
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Badges (in bold):
Brownie Level
Home Scientist
Density Columns, acids, and bases, static electricity. (Class Blast) Depends on what classroom program is chosen. See website for a listing
Computer Expert (60 Minutes)
Cartoon Animation
Designing Robots (60 Minutes)
Heightened Hydraulics
Using water to solve a problem
My Best Self
Build a Healthy Body- Discovery Demonstration
Home Scientist
Kitchen Chemistry: Playdough
Design a Board Game
Design a Robot
Junior Level
Animal Habitat badge
Scaley Survival with a discussion of service animals (class blast)
Entertainment Technology (90 Minute)
Get With the Program
Digital photographer (60 Minutes)
Photography
Simple Meals
iHealthy Lab
Staying Fit
iHealthy Lab
Cadette level
Animal Helpers badge
Scaley Survival with a discussion of service animals (class blast)
Digital Movie Maker (90 Minutes)
Lights, Cameras, Action!
Special Agent (90 Minutes)
CSI Mobile
The Science of Happiness (60 Minutes)
ScreenWriter (60 Minutes)
Senior Level
Sky badge
Cloud in a bottle, Outer space stuff
Earth’s place in space (class blast)
Science of Style badge
I do chem bath bombs and Haley do Zoom science for fibers (class blast)
Car Care (90 Minutes)
Automotive Education
Website Design (90)
Get With the Program
Cross-Training
Anatomy of an Athlete- Class Blast
Women’s Health
Ambassador level
Water Badge
Pollution Solution (class blast)
Photographer (90 Minutes)
Basic Photography
Coaching (60 Minutes)
How to Coach a team
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
GulfQuest Maritime Museum
GulfQuest is one of a kind interactive museum that strives to inspire guests to learn more about our heritage on the Gulf of Mexico. Hands-on exhibits provide clear ties to Gulf-related careers, ways of life, and the rich history of our coastal communities. The exhibits and classroom sessions are loaded with STEM-related material and activities, which make learning fun all learning levels!
We offer overnight camp-ins for groups with 100 or more participating children. Included in the camp-in are two Educators on-site to operate presenter lead exhibits and the classroom badge activities. One snack time is included. Pizza can be ordered from our in-house restaurant, as well as breakfast. Groups will check-in at 6:00 pm and check-out is by 8:30 am.
For smaller groups of 10 or more, please call 251-202-6311. Our education staff is happy to work with these smaller groups on day-time activities on Saturday similar to those of the overnight camp-in.
Where: 155 S. Water St. Mobile, Al 36602
Contact: Email Amy Raley Ryan or call 251-202-6311
Price: Please call 251-202-6311 for pricing information.
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Badges: Depends on what classroom program is chosen. See the website for a listing.
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Positive Values – Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
Institute for Marine Mammal Studies (IMMS)
IMMS is proud to present a night of fun and excitement! Come, stay, and explore! IMMS’ “Dozing with Dolphins” program is designed to be interactive and educational for all ages. Guests will participate in exciting educational activities, watch a movie on the “big screen” and observe animal training presentations. The evening includes an overnight patch for participants, breakfast in the morning, and memories of a lifetime.
Where: 10801 Dolphin Lane, Gulfport, MS 39503
Contact: Abbiegale Smith or call 228-896-9182, ext. 1769
Price: $35 per guest, $50 non-refundable fee due at the time of booking
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Badges: For groups who are looking to work on badges, please let IMMS know in advance so they can work with the leader to come up with a plan.
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Community Problem Solving – Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, create “action plans” to solve them.
Junior Achievement of Alabama
Non-profit that seeks to educate students in grades K-12th in financial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurial thinking. Financial literacy/work readiness programs that are age-appropriate for each age group: JA Our Families (Daisies), JA Our Community (Brownies), JA Our Nation(Juniors), JA Economics for Success (Cadettes), JA Career Speaker series (Seniors & Ambassadors)
Where: 917 Western America Circle, Suite 204, Mobile, AL 36609
Contact: Please contact the Program Manager, or call 251-340-8404.
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Badges: Financial Literacy Badges
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Sense of Self – Girls have the confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
Challenge Seeking – Girls take appropriate risks, try things even though they may fail, and learn from their mistakes.
Community Problem Solving - Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, and create “action plans” to solve them
Snapology of the River Region
17 STEM Badges for Daisies thru Cadettes
Where: will come to your location
Contact: Brian Corbin or call 334-3002961 (cell) 334-318-2824 (office)
Girl Scout levels: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette
What badges will be addressed in part or whole:
Daisies
A. Mechanical Engineering Badge (3)
- Badge 1- Board Game Design Challenge
- Badge 2- Roller Coaster Design Challenge
- Badge 3- Model Car Design Challenge
B. Robotics Badge 2- How Robots Move
C. Space Science Explorer Badge
Brownies
A. Mechanical Engineering Badge 3- Race Car Design Challenge
B. Robotics Badges (2)
- Badge 1- Programming Robots
- Badge 2- Designing Robots
C. Space Adventure Badge
D. Inventors Badge
Juniors
A. Mechanical Engineering Badges (2)
- Badge 2- Balloon Car Design Challenge
- Badge 3- Crane Design Challenge
B. Robotics Badges (2)
- Badge 1- Programming Robots
- Badge 2- Designing Robots
C. Space Science Investigator Badge
Cadettes
A. Robotics Badge 2- Designing Robots
B. Digital Movie Master Badge
Girl Scout Outcome(s) Strong Sense of Self – Girls have confidence in themselves and their abilities, and form positive identities.
W.A. Gayle Planetarium
The new Planetarium system – the Super Mediaglobe II installed in February of 2014 – is the world’s first full-color single-lens digital planetarium. It projects simulations of the latest information gathered about our universe and presents it with leading-edge digital dome technology. Its 3-D digital planetarium functions simulate not just the earth and sky, but can take audiences to the edge of the known universe. In addition to the simulations of stars, constellations, and planets, SUPER MEDIAGLOBE II projects natural sky phenomenon including lightning, clouds, rain, snow and aurora that can be superimposed on the background sky or an all-sky image or movie. This remarkable ability creates more natural and realistic scenes to immerse and inspire families and students.
The new technology improves the viewer experience for visitors to the Planetarium and allows for exploration of Earth through the use of continually updated satellite datasets of our planet’s land, ocean, atmosphere and climate of our entire planet.
Incorporating a digital 25,000 watt Dolby 5.1 surround sound system, the W.A. Gayle Planetarium Theater is capable of accommodating a wide range of programs, from lectures to film series to live performances. But first and foremost, the planetarium is a remarkable astronomy education resource, allowing visitors to explore their universe through traditional live star talks and immersive virtual journeys to the far reaches of the cosmos.
Where: 1010 Forest Ave, Montgomery Al, 36106
Contact: Call 334-625-4799
Badges: Cadette - Night Owl, Senior - Sky
Girl Scout Level: All Levels
Girl Scout Outcomes covered: Positive Values - Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly, and show concern for others.
Community Problem Solving - Girls desire to contribute to the world in purposeful and meaningful ways, learn how to identify problems in the community, and create “action plans” to solve them
