Category Archives: Feb

Outdoor Training – Santa Barbara (V)

Feb
Date: Thu Feb 26 2026, 6:00 PM PST AND Sun Mar 08 2026, 4:00 PM PST
Outdoor Training prepares leaders to teach their troop the skills needed for cooking and camping outdoors. This is a two part training. Both parts must be taken together and completed prior to any planned trips. Participants will plan their outdoor day during Part A and will be bring some camping and cooking supplies to Part B on Sunday.

Stepping Out is a prerequisite for this class and must be completed prior to Part A. Contact council for more information.

Please ensure you have a gsLearn account before taking Stepping Out. To access gsLearn, log into your MyGS account then click gsLearn on the left side of your screen. If you need assistance, contact council.

Thursday, February 26, 2026 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
and
Sunday, March 8, 2026 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Both days are required.

Please note, Daylight Saving Time begins on 3/8/26. 

If you have any questions about the training or Stepping Out, please reach out to council at info@girlscoutsccc.org or (800)822-2427.

Note: Participants will need to buy food for cooking preparation in addition to the Council fee.  Each patrol will need to bring a few camping/cooking pieces of equipment.

Registration closes: Friday, February 20th at 4:00 PM. 

Fee: $25.00

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/adult-training–outdoor-training—2-parts—santa-barbara.html

All Star Troop Patch Program

Feb, Leader, Patch Program

An All Star TroopAll Star Troop Patch

  • is prepared
  • helps build an amazing community
  • and has fun!

How it works:

During this Girl Scout year, check off items on the list linked below as you and your amazing troop complete them.

For some items, you will need to send a photo of your amazing girls. Use the Google form linked at the bottom. Please make sure everyone in the photo is allowed to be photographed. You can submit the form multiple times.

Please note: no double dipping. For example, if you host a community service event, that counts for just one box.

Check off eight or more items to earn the patch.

Complete 11 or 12 items to earn the Gold Star that goes with the patch!

Click here for the list of items: https://simivalleygirlscouts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ALL-STAR-TROOP-25-26.pdf

Click here to submit photos and other information about your troop’s progress during the year: https://forms.gle/eFf1SfH1Ym8YdYLu9

Girl Scout Destinations (J,C,S,A)

Annual Events, Feb, Ongoing

Do you know a girl who is eager to travel, to have amazing adventures all across our country or even the world?

Our Council and Girl Scouts can help her get there!  Girl Scout Destinations are the ultimate travel adventure for girls 11-years-old and older. Girls apply individually for trips sponsored by Girl Scout Councils or Girl Scouts of the USA to join Girl Scouts from around the world in the trip of a lifetime.

Visit the Girl Scout Destinations website for more information and application deadlines.

Financial aid is available for a limited time, so now’s your chance to apply! Apply by February 1st: https://ow.ly/v5YG50WyU3J

Not ready for this huge step this year or you missed the deadlines?  No problem!  Take a look at the types of trips available.  And start planning for next year!