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Junior Horseback Riding Badge (J)

Archive

Date: Sun Oct 13 2024, 2:00 PM PST – 5:00 PM PST

Calling all aspiring equestrians! Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive hoof-first into our fantastic program! Join us for a hands-on adventure where girls will become barn buddies, helping clean stalls, groom our majestic horses, and even dip their toes into the thrilling world of horseback riding! Along the way, they’ll unlock the secrets of basic horse behavior and safety, ensuring they’re not just riding high but riding smart too! From mucking out stalls to mastering skills in the saddle, this program isn’t just about horses – it’s about instilling responsibility, dedication, and a whole lot of horse-loving fun! So saddle up and join us for an unforgettable journey filled with hoof beats and happy hearts!

This program will satisfy the badge requirements for the Junior Horseback Riding Badge.

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2024/camp-arnaz–junior-horseback-riding-badge—j5.html

Girl Scouts Wellness Patch

Patch Program

Life isn’t always easy, but dealing with tricky emotions doesn’t have to be so hard. Try activities from the Girl Scouts: Resilient. Ready. Strong. program to unlock a patch and strengthen your mental wellness. Nobody can snap their fingers and make the world all sunshine and lollipops, but you can take steps to be ready when things get tough.

Go get ‘em, Girl Scout!

Click here to find out more about this patch program.

 

Girl Scouts Tree Promise

Patch Program

All over the world, deforestation and climate change are damaging the planet. Trees help cool communities, reducing the heat island effect created by buildings, machines, and pavement. They also provide habitat for wildlife, create shade on hot summer days, clean water, and remove asthma-causing air pollution.

Join Girl Scouts to make the world a better place as we plant, protect, and honor trees with the Girl Scout Tree Promise. Learn how to solve community problems and use team-building skills to sow seeds of change with family and friends today!

Click here for more information about this fun patch program.

Businesses, Schools, and Community Organizations: Want to join the Tree Promise in your community? Reach out to our local Girl Scout council for Tree Promise events in your area.

Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge

Patch Program

You don’t need access to a national park or the woods to enjoy the outdoors! So put yourself out there with us and participate in our Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge.

Spending at least 120 minutes a week in nature is associated with improved mood, focus, and confidence—whether you spend that time becoming a rockstar at rock climbing or making a splash in the puddles around your neighborhood.

Download our free activity sheet with 50+ fun activities to see what’s possible right outside your own front door today!

Click here to find out more about this great patch program – there’s a new patch every year!

Finances

Leader
The most important thing to remember: It’s the GIRLS’ money.

You’ll find a lot of information listed below. If you don’t find the information you need, please email us at info@simivalleygirlscouts.org.
** Keep in mind that information may change.  Keep an eye out for updates. **

Open Accounting

Open Accounting

We are a non-profit.  We must follow the IRS rules for non-profits.  That means that ... Read More
Troop Decisions

Troop Decisions

Troop money belongs to the entire troop and decisions on how to spend it and ... Read More
Everything is Shared by the Troop

Everything is Shared by the Troop

Girl Scouts believes in helping others and that includes helping each other. Not every family ... Read More
Troop Dues

Troop Dues

Some troops pay for everything the troop needs and does with money earned from the ... Read More
Fall Sale & Cookie Sale

Fall Sale & Cookie Sale

The Girl Scout Cookie sale is not only a great way for troops to raise ... Read More
Girl Led Financial Literacy

Girl Led Financial Literacy

Girl Scout troops are Girl Led.  This means that the girls make age appropriate decisions ... Read More
Other Accounts

Other Accounts

Can your troop use a payment account other than its main bank account? Yes!  But… ... Read More
Fund Raising

Fund Raising

Your troop has big plans!  And they knock the fall and cookie sales out of ... Read More
Insurance

Insurance

For most things, Girl Scouts insurance policy covers all registered Girl Scouts. Tag-alongs ARE covered ... Read More
Disbanding a Troop

Disbanding a Troop

There are several reasons why a troop might disband.  The biggest are: The girls all ... Read More

Hosting Events & Meetings

Leader

At troop meetings, girls earn badges, work on Journeys, eat snacks, and have fun.
Troops can attend larger events and troop leaders are encouraged to host them, too!
Here’s some information to help with both.

Guide to the Engineering Badges

Guide to the Engineering Badges

The Girl Scout Engineering badges are a wonderful way to introduce STEM ideas and curiosity ...
Hosting an Event

Hosting an Event

You are thinking about hosting an event and you have questions. First: THANK YOU!  Fun ...
Fund Raising

Fund Raising

Your troop has big plans!  And they knock the fall and cookie sales out of ...
Insurance

Insurance

For most things, Girl Scouts insurance policy covers all registered Girl Scouts. Tag-alongs ARE covered ...

Paperwork Makes the World Go Round

Leader

Like so many other things in life, running a troop involves paperwork.
For example, the troop’s finances have to be managed, first-aid problems tracked, and each girl has permission forms that have to be renewed each year.

Disbanding a Troop

Disbanding a Troop

There are several reasons why a troop might disband.  The biggest are: The girls all ...
Four Annual Forms

Four Annual Forms

There are four forms girls must have at every Girl Scout meeting or event: Annual ...
First Aid Forms

First Aid Forms

Leaders should always have a first aid kit with them.  How large it is and ...
Trip Applications

Trip Applications

Kaleidoscope?  Savannah?  Europe or South America?  Somewhere else that’s exciting? Traveling with your troop can ...

 

Girl Scout Ranger Program

Patch Program, Service

The National Park Service and Girl Scouts of the United States of America have partnered to create the Girl Scout Ranger Program. Girl Scouts are invited to participate in a variety of existing, organized educational or service projects at national park sites, or design their own experience or project to align with Journey work, badge activities, or a Take Action or even a Highest Award project!

Click here to visit the program’s website to find out more.

Click here to download an instruction booklet.

Girl Advisory Board (S,A)

Annual Events, Archive

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for your Girl Scout’s (ages 14 to 18) to join the Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast Girls’ Advisory Board! This unique leadership role allows girls to “be the voice of Girl Scouts,” helping to create programs and initiatives that truly resonate with their sister Girl Scouts.

Key Details:
– Once a month the girls meet, typically on the 3rd or 4th Thursday at 7 PM.
– Girls will be actively involved in outside programs and events, contributing to the growth and success of our community.

This is a fantastic way for your Girl Scout to develop leadership skills, make a positive impact, and have her voice heard in shaping the future of Girl Scouts. We encourage you to discuss this opportunity with her and consider joining us for this exciting journey! Applications accepted through September 20, 2024.

If you have any questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to reach out by emailing info@girlscoutsccc.org.

Click here to apply!