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The following publications and resources are provided to help volunteers find the information they need. If you have any questions, please call 800.692.7816.
2012 Summer Camp Guide

2012 Summer Camp Guide

This year, Girl Scouts is celebrating a century of inspiring today's girls to become tomorrow's leaders. The 100th anniversary of Girl Scouting is an exciting and invigorating time to be a part of our movement! We are thrilled to introduce many new camp program offerings to this summer's schedule. Campers can pick and choose activities to sign up for while creating life-lasting memories in the process.

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2011 - 2012 Program Partner Directory

The 2011 - 2012 Program Partner Directory is now available.Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania teamed up again this year with various companies and organizations across our 30 counties to help you find fun and exciting things to do with your Girl Scouts. This directory replaces the Program and Adult Learning Guide (P.A.L.). It will be published once a year at the beginning of every troop year. Please feel free to contact any of the partners listed for great activities throughout the year. Thank you for continuing to help today’s girls become tomorrow’s leaders!

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Volunteer Essentials

Volunteer Essentials

Volunteer Essentials is a resource customized by GSHPA for new volunteers. It is handed out during Welcome to Girl Scout Orientation. This handy resource will assist you in working with the girls you serve.

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Safety Activity Checkpoints

When preparing for any activity with girls, always begin with the Safety Activity Checkpoints written specifically for that particular activity. This introduction provides an overview of the format of each set of checkpoints. Click here to read more.
GSUSA Transforming Leadership

Transforming Leadership

Transforming Leadership was published by Girl Scouts of the USA in conjuntion with the new Girl Scout Leadership Experience. This model engages girls in discovering themselves, connecting with others, and taking action to make the world a better place.

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Tranforming Leadership Continued

Transforming Leadership Conitnued

As a companion resource to Transforming Leadership, Transforming Leadership Continued extends this discussion by focusing in-depth on an equally important component of that engine: the three Girl Scout processes—Girl Led, Learning by Doing, and Cooperative Learning.

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2009 GSUSA Blue Book of Basic Documents

This book contains the Constition, Bylaws, Policies and other important information regarding Girl Scouts and Girl Scouts of the United States of America.

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How to Become a Troop Leader or Co-Leader

How to Become a Troop Leader or Co-Leader

This booklet will acquaint you with the role of the troop leader and gives an overview of the Girl Scout Program.

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A Family Guide to Girl Scouting

A Family Guide to Girl Scouting

This guidebook is a tool for parents to learn and understand what Girl Scouts can offer your daughters. It covers the guiding principles in Girl Scouting, responsibilities of girls and parents, plus has a place to keep all the important information about your daughter's troop. 
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For New Leaders

Attention New Troop Leaders!

Are you a new troop leader looking for ideas in planning the first few troop meetings? Well, look no further! These resources provide you with sample meeting plans for your first four troop meetings. Remember, if you need further ideas, contact your Service Unit Troop Coach.

  • Girl Scout Daisy - First Four Meeting Ideas
  • Girl Scout Brownie - First Four Meeting Ideas
  • Girl Scout Junior - First Four Meeting Ideas
  • Girl Scout Cadette/Senior/Ambassador First Four Meeting Ideas

Programs & Events

Check out our Calendar of Events.

You can also register online through E Council. If you experience any problems with E Council or have questions, please email our Registration Department or call 800.692.7816

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Uniform Diagrams

Not sure where to place patches, badges and awards. Click on the age level to see uniform diagrams from GSUSA.

Daisy Uniform: Grades K-1
Brownie Uniform: Grades 2-3
Junior Uniform: Grades 4-5
Cadette Uniform: Grades 6-8
Senior Uniform: Grades 9-10
Ambassador Uniform: Grades 11-12
Adult Uniform

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