Girl Scouts are a force of nature
Let's get you ready to guide them on more outdoor adventures.
Whether they’re discovering the wildlife in their own backyard, swimming in a lake for the first time at summer camp or being a citizen scientist and observing bees in their neighborhood park, every outdoor adventure grows a Girl Scout's “I’ve got this” attitude. And once you unlock that confidence, she'll aim as high as the stars she sees outside her cabin window.
As a volunteer, getting Girl Scouts outdoors is a rewarding, but sometimes daunting, task. Remember to engage girls in the planning process for any outdoor adventure - even if it's just a walk around your local park - and utilize the resources provided below to help you feel confident and prepared.
- Take your meeting outside - Does your meeting space have an outdoor area you can use? If not, consider planning a visit to a local park. When using the Volunteer Toolkit, activities that can be adapted to the outdoors are indicated with a tree icon.
- Plan an outdoor field trip - Local farms, state or national parks, GSCB camp properties, and more are all great destinations for a quick outdoor trip.
- Reserve a Camp Property - Whether its for the day, the night, or the weekend, GSCB camp properties offer exciting opportunities to connect with nature, bond as a troop, and develop outdoor skills.
- Attend a GSCB Outdoor Program - Our Adventurer series and other outdoor opportunities give Girl Scouts a chance to experience something new together with their troop, or on their own, and takes the planning off of your plate!
These are just a few of the experiences awaiting Girl Scouts who are ready to explore the great outdoors. Camp and outdoor experiences can be enjoyed during summer camp, day camp, or year-round.
Progression in the Outdoors
Girl Scout outdoor experiences are based on a system of progression. We encourage girls to start at their comfort level, learn new skills at their own pace, and keep building their confidence in the outdoors.
Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay has several progression guides you can use to help your Girl Scouts set outdoor goals:
Outdoor Training for Volunteers
In-Person Training
Ready to become a leader in the outdoors for your Girl Scouts, but not sure where to start? We've got your back! GSCB offers a variety of outdoor training opportunities in-person, so you can get hands-on and learn by doing with our staff and volunteer experts.
Head over to our Event Calendar for an up to date list of all of our in-person training opportunities. Keep in mind that some trainings do involve an online pre- or post- work requirement.
Interested in learning or teaching a specific skill? Consider becoming an Outdoor Facilitator or an Outdoor Instructor!
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Online Training
Learn the outdoor skills you need to successfully guide your troop on their next adventure - on your time, at your pace, and in the comfort of your own home! Whether you're a night owl, an early bird, or just need to fit training into your busy schedule, our online outdoor trainings in gsLearn were created with you in mind.
In your gsLearn content library, search for "Outdoor" and find a number of available trainings you can take right now including Outdoor Basics, Knot Tying, Protecting Yourself from Poisonous Plants and Dangerous Insects, and more. Check back often for additional trainings, or request a training you'd like to see available.
Tutorial: How to Access gsLearn
Downloadable Outdoor Resources
GSCB Adventurer Series
Take your troop on an adventure for an overnight, or for the weekend.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks
Take part in this annual celebration where Girl Scouts come together to explore their local state parks.
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