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Bronze Award Training Workshop – Virtual – (J,V)

Date: Wed May 06 2026, 6:00 PM PST – 7:00 PM PST
Attention All Junior Girl Scouts!

Get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey that will transform you into a changemaker. Introducing the Girl Scout Bronze Award-not just an award but a thrilling leadership designed especially for you and over half a million fellow Girl Scouts Juniors globally. Join our workshop to learn about the Girl Scout Bronze Award requirements, the seven steps to earn a Bronze Award, and the tips to help guide Girl Scouts each step of the way.

Cost: Free

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/higher-awards–bronze-award-training-workshop—virtual11111411.html

Silver Award Training Workshop – Virtual (C,V)

Date: Wed Jan 21 2026, 6:00 PM PST – 7:00 PM PST
Attention all Cadette Girl Scouts!

Prepare to embark on an exhilarating Journey that will shape you into a true changemaker! Introducing the Girl Scout Silver Award- more than just an accolade, it’s a captivating leadership journey tailored for you and your fellow Cadettes around the world. Join our workshop to learn about the Girl Scout Silver Award requirements, the seven steps to earn a Silver Award, and the tips to help guide Girl Scouts each step of the way.

Please bring a notebook/paper for notes, pen or pencil.

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/higher-awards–silver-award-training-workshop—virtual1111141.html

Silver Award Training Workshop – Virtual (C,V)

Date: Wed Mar 25 2026, 6:00 PM PST – 7:00 PM PST
Attention all Cadette Girl Scouts!

Prepare to embark on an exhilarating Journey that will shape you into a true changemaker! Introducing the Girl Scout Silver Award- more than just an accolade, it’s a captivating leadership journey tailored for you and your fellow Cadettes around the world. Join our workshop to learn about the Girl Scout Silver Award requirements, the seven steps to earn a Silver Award, and the tips to help guide Girl Scouts each step of the way.

Please bring a notebook/paper for notes, pen or pencil.

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/higher-awards–silver-award-training-workshop—virtual11111411.html

K-12 Coastal Art & Poetry Contest (All,T)

Deadline to submit entries: 5pm on January 29
Celebrate our wonderful coastal areas with the California Coastal Commission!

Ready to participate? Here’s what to do:

  1. Read the Contest Guidelines
  2. Create your art or poetry
  3. Learn How to Enter the contest
  4. Submit your work online by January 29, 2026 at 5:00pm, or submit by mail (see #6 in contest guidelines below)

Other things you can do:

Winners and honorable mentions will be contacted directly and announced to the public (on this website and via email) by early April.

Wilderness Day Hike – Santa Barbara (JCSAV)

Date: Sun Jan 11 2026, 9:30 AM PST – 2:30 PM PST
Wilderness Day Hike to Gaviota Peak

Trek Wild, a Volunteer led hiking and backpacking program in the GSCCC central/south area, is offering a day hike to Gaviota Peak north/west of Santa Barbara. This hike will include 2200′ of elevation gain (and loss) around 6.5 miles round trip.

Prerequisite: participants must have completed Trek Wild’s Wilderness Hiking Course
Contact info@girlscoutsccc.org for more information.

Meeting location: Gaviota Peak Trailhead ($2 cash to park in the lot)

Packing list: 10 essentials, appropriate layers, snack, lunch, and extra (emergency) food, daypack, 2 L of water. An email will be sent out closer to the hike with a weather forecast and layering suggestions.

Badge work: This hike will count toward the Cadette Trail Adventure Badge.

Leaders:  Marin Sigurdson (marinsigurdson@yahoo.com)

Cost: Free

Forms: Bring the Trip Specific Permission form and two copies of your Health History form – one is folded and placed in your first aid kit, the other is handed to the trip leader.

This hike will run rain or shine, as long as there aren’t safety concerns.

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/special-event–wilderness-day-hike—santa-barbara—j-c-s-a-v.html

Reach New Heights While Rock Climbing! (BJCSAV)

Date: Sun May 03 2026, 1:00 PM PST – 3:00 PM PST

Get ready for an exciting indoor rock-climbing adventure designed for Girl Scouts Brownies through Ambassadors! Whether you’re brand new to climbing or already love scaling walls, this program is all about courage, teamwork, and having tons of fun.

Girls will learn climbing and safety basics, gear up with the help of trained instructors, and take on a variety of walls that challenge both mind and muscles. Along the way, they’ll build confidence, practice problem-solving, cheer on their friends, and discover just how strong and capable they really are.

It’s the perfect mix of adventure, skill-building, and girl-powered fun — so grab your troop and let’s reach new heights together!

Cost $30 includes fun patch

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/special-event–reach-new-heights-while-rock-climbing—westlake-.html

Clean Trails, Happy Tales (All)

Date: Fri May 01 2026, 5:00 PM PDT – 6:00 PM PDT
Join us for a hands-on, eco-focused adventure where Girl Scouts learn how to protect our environment—no hiking boots required! In Clean Trails, Happy Tales, girls will explore the impact litter has on parks, trails, and wildlife through interactive games, creative activities, and real-world problem-solving challenges.

2026 Cookie Entrepreneurship Finale (All)

Hey Girl Scouts!

Get ready to Be Brave. Stay Fierce. Have Fun!

The 2026 Cookie Entrepreneurship Finale is your moment to shine — the perfect way to step into the spotlight and kick off your cookie season adventure with confidence, creativity, and courage!

Build on everything you learned during the Cookie Kick-Off as you power up your goals and bring your skills to life — just in time for cookie season! Through hands-on activities, teamwork challenges, and celebration moments, you’ll explore the final three business skills and discover how to turn your ideas into action and your goals into success.

Every Girl Scout will earn:

  • The custom 2026 Cookie Entrepreneurship patch
  • Three additional collectible Cookie Charms
  • Fun giveaways, door prizes, and finale surprises!

This is your time to explore, learn, make new friends, and get inspired for your bravest, fiercest, and most fun cookie season ever!

Cost:

  • GSCCC Girl Scouts: $15
  • Non-GSCCC Girl Scouts: $20
  • PA’s (C/S/A registering to help with program – includes patch & charms): $5  (register for only 1 session – we will contact you to see if you want to help with additional sessions)
  • Adults: Please register for capacity and insurance purposes.
  • Tagalongs: Welcome, but not as participants.  Please register for capacity and insurance purposes.

Includes your Cookie Kick-Off patch, five skill charms, and fun giveaway items ($15 value)!

Space is limited — register early and start your season Brave, Fierce, and Fun!

Date: Sat Jan 10 2026, 10:00 AM PST – 12:00 PM PST
Date: Sat Jan 10 2026, 1:00 PM PST – 3:00 PM PST
Date: Sat Jan 10 2026, 3:30 PM PST – 5:30 PM PST

Date: Sun Jan 11 2026, 10:00 AM PST – 12:00 PM PST
Date: Sun Jan 11 2026, 1:00 PM PST – 3:00 PM PST
Date: Sun Jan 11 2026, 3:30 PM PST – 5:30 PM PST

Date: Sat Jan 17 2026, 10:00 AM PST – 12:00 PM PST
Date: Sat Jan 17 2026, 1:00 PM PST – 3:00 PM PST
Date: Sat Jan 17 2026, 3:30 PM PST – 5:30 PM PST

Date: Sun Jan 18 2026, 10:00 AM PST – 12:00 PM PST
Date: Sun Jan 18 2026, 1:00 PM PST – 3:00 PM PST
Date: Sun Jan 18 2026, 3:30 PM PST – 5:30 PM PST

2026 Cookie Entrepreneurship KickOff (All)

Hey Girl Scouts!

Get ready to Be Brave. Stay Fierce. Have Fun!

The 2026 Cookie Entrepreneurship Kick-Off is your chance to step into the spotlight and start your cookie season adventure with confidence, creativity, and courage!

At this exciting, grant-funded event, you’ll explore two of the five essential Cookie Boss skills through hands-on activities, games, and challenges that help you think like an entrepreneur and dream big for cookie season. You’ll learn new strategies, set goals, and spark ideas to make this your best cookie season yet!

Every Girl Scout will earn:

  • Two exclusive Cookie Charms
  • Special door prizes and giveaways
  • A chance to jumpstart your cookie success!

This is your moment to explore, learn, make new friends, and get inspired for your bravest, fiercest, and most fun cookie season ever!

Cost:

  • GSCCC Girl Scouts: $5 (partially funded by grant))
  • Non-GSCCC Girl Scouts: $20
  • PA’s (C/S/A registering to help with program – includes patch & charms): $5  (register for only 1 session – we will contact you to see if you want to help with additional sessions)
  • Adults: Please register for capacity and insurance purposes.
  • Tagalongs: Welcome, but not as participants.  Please register for capacity and insurance purposes.

Space is limited — register early and start your season Brave, Fierce, and Fun!

Date: Sat Dec 06 2025, 10:30 AM PST – 12:00 PM PST
Date: Sat Dec 06 2025, 12:30 PM PST – 2:00 PM PST
Date: Sat Dec 06 2025, 3:00 PM PST – 4:30 PM PST

Date: Sun Dec 07 2025, 10:30 AM PST – 12:00 PM PST
Date: Sun Dec 07 2025, 12:30 PM PST – 2:00 PM PST
Date: Sun Dec 07 2025, 3:00 PM PST – 4:30 PM PST

Date: Sat Dec 13 2025, 10:30 AM PST – 12:00 PM PST
Date: Sat Dec 13 2025, 12:30 PM PST – 2:00 PM PST
Date: Sat Dec 13 2025, 3:00 PM PST – 4:30 PM PST

Date: Sun Dec 14 2025, 10:30 AM PST – 12:00 PM PST
Date: Sun Dec 14 2025, 12:30 PM PST – 2:00 PM PST
Date: Sun Dec 14 2025, 3:00 PM PST – 4:30 PM PST