For any questions regarding Girl Scouting in your local area, programs, retail and more, please contact us at info@girlscoutsp2p.org or 800-672-2148. We are available to assist Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Visit us at any of our Girl Scout service centers and shops! Our hours, locations and special promotions can be found at bit.ly/3R7vhST. Appointments available every weekday. Check our online calendar for Saturday shop hours and Pop Up Shops.
Shop online 24/7 at bit.ly/3E7T6Sk.
Use the GSCP2P Shop Order Form at bit.ly/3OoDO15 to place an order for delivery or pick-up from your nearest service center. Redeem Cookie Dough, Daisy Dollars, Nut Bucks or other gift certificates for our council shops using this form or by shopping in-person.
Online Calendar
Register for events using our online calendar at bit.ly/3Gf11jG. The Advanced Search tool filters by dates, program level and more!
D Daisies, Grades K-1
B Brownies, Grades 2-3
J Juniors, Grades 4-5
Community Partners
C Cadettes, Grades 6-8
S Seniors, Grades 9-10
A Ambassadors, Grades 11-12 V Volunteers F Families
Our Community Partners offer unique opportunities for Girl Scouts to enhance their Girl Scout Leadership Experience! Our directory makes it easy for volunteers to search for partners by program category and age level, so that you can connect with these businesses and organizations to schedule a program on demand for your troop. Whenever you’re at a Community Partner activity, remember to wear your Girl Scout vest or sash.
Visit our Community Partner Directory at bit.ly/3G9vGih.
Stay Connected
Stay up-to-date with announcements, programs and more through our Today’s Tips newsletter! If you are not getting our weekly Today’s Tips e-mail in your inbox, contact info@girlscoutsp2p.org to make sure you are getting this and other important e-mails.
Share what you are doing with Girl Scouts! Submit your story and photos to our Girl Scout News Form at bit.ly/3ttJSec and you could be featured on our social media! If you would like a formal press release, contact info@girlscoutsp2p.org
RALLYHOOD
This year we are introducing Rallyhood, our one-stop communication tool to stay connected and collaborate with your troop families, service unit, staff and council! Rallyhood is an official partner of GSUSA and has seen success across many councils across the nation.
Learn how Rallyhood supports communication, event logistics, financial transactions and collaborative spaces organized by topic at bit.ly/3JpMFAs.
GIRL SCOUT ROAD TRIP
The Girl Scout Road Trip Patch Program presents volunteers with a chance to embark on exciting adventures and forge unforgettable memories with their troop. This guide outlines the essential steps for a successful year, enabling troops to earn a fun patch annually. As you progress through each year of the “road map” of activities, these individual patches unite to create a single, cohesive patch design. The program highlights the importance of collaboration, planning and community involvement, all aimed at enhancing the Girl Scout experience.
Find the activity guide at bit.ly/411OEOA.
GIRL SCOUT ADVENTURE:
MY FIRST YEAR GUIDE
Tailored for first-year Girl Scout Daisies and Brownies, this program offers a year of connection, adventure and fun. Girls will explore the Girl Scout Law through exciting monthly activities, fostering friendship, teamwork and community. Create lasting memories and strengthen bonds in a unique Girl Scout experience.
Find the activity guide at bit.ly/411OEOA.
BADGE EXPLORER TOOL
In addition to our workshops and events, you can earn badges on your own or with your troop! The Badge Explorer tool will help you find details on every badge a Girl Scout can earn! Badges and awards are worn on the front of the sash or vest.
Get started and fill up your uniform at bit.ly/411OEOA.
DESTINATIONS TRAVEL PROGRAM
Girl Scout Destinations is the ultimate adventure program for girls ages 11 and older. With a ton of different trips to apply for every year—from surfing camp on the east coast and breathtaking hikes out west, to the crazy-cool wonder of new cultures abroad—there’s something amazing for everyone to experience. Make friends from all over the country as you travel with Girl Scouts from different states, see and learn new things and pack your bags full of inspiring, life-changing experiences and memories.
Visit bit.ly/girlscouttravel for trip and scholarship details.
EXPANDED PATHWAYS TO HIGHEST AWARDS
The new Leadership Awards are about building real skills for real impact and having the confidence to turn your ideas into action. Whether you’re figuring out what leadership means to you, working with a team, leading a group or stepping up to a challenge, these awards are designed to help you explore what leadership means to you—no pressure, just room to grow.
Learn more at bit.ly/3yxkLgw.
Cookie Season
The Girl Scout Cookie Program is one of the most iconic aspects of Girl Scouting and empowers Girl Scouts to earn rewards and raise money for their next Girl Scout adventure while learning essential entreprenuerial skills. The program is directed toward friends, family and the general public. Cookies can be sold door-to-door, at booths and via the Internet using our secure online program.
Participate in the program and earn Cookie Dough (or Daisy Dollars if you are an independently registered Juliette Girl Scout)! These credits can be used on purchases at any of the GSCP2P’s shops or camp trading posts, for admission to council events, for summer camp fees and even used to help you travel through council-sponsored pathway trips, GSUSA-sponsored Destinations or GSUSA-sponsored getaways.
January 7-10: Pick Up Your Initial Supply of Cookies
January 10-18: Walk-About Week
January 16: Cookie Booths Begin
January 26: Walk-About Week Photo Contest
Submissions Due to Council
February 18: Think “Out of the Ordinary!” for Success
Challenge Submissions Due to Council
March 1: 2026 Girl Scout Cookie Program Ends
March 11: Buy 5 Entry Forms Due to Council
June 6: Girls Empowering Opportunity (G.E.O.) event at Wet ’n Wild Emerald Pointe in Greensboro, NC
TAKE YOUR SKILLS TO THE NEXT LEVEL
The Girl Scout Cookie program provides unique learning opportunities like Think “Out of the Ordinary!” for Success Challenge, Cookie Tycoon Program, Sisters Working Together and more.
Learn how to earn these patches and discover more sweet rewards, like scholarships and admission tickets to various attractions at bit.ly/3R7gHdy.
PERSONALIZED AVATAR PATCH
Did you earn a personalized patch through the Fall Product Program? Participate in the digital portion of the Girl Scout Cookie Program and you can earn another patch featuring your avatar!
JOIN OUR SERVICE PROJECT
Collect donations for Cookies for a Cause, our service project that provides cookies to local first responders, local food banks and those serving in the U.S. military. The troop with the most donations in their service unit will get to help us deliver cookies to the first responders of their choice.
COOKIE ENTREPRENEUR FAMILY PINS
Make Girl Scout Cookie season a family affair! Earning Cookie Entrepreneur Family pins makes spending time with family easy, fun and even sweeter.
Start your collection and download the activity sheets at bit.ly/41wesmh.
WIN A YEAR SUPPLY OF COOKIES
Encourage your customers to buy at least five boxes of cookies by explaining our Buy5 Drawing that could win them a year’s supply of Girl Scout Cookies! When it is time to collect payment, remember to help your customer submit a digital entry.
January
Patch of the Month: Self-defense
UNCG Women’s Basketball
Girl Scout Day
Saturday, January 3
1 - 3 p.m.
Greensboro, NC
D B J C S A V F
Join us for an exciting afternoon of basketball action as the UNCG Spartans take on Livingstone College. Each Girl Scout gets ONE FREE TICKET to enjoy the game! Bring your cheer squad along with up to four guests enjoying half-priced tickets.
Cookie Rally
Saturday, January 3
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Eden, NC
D B J C S A V F
Service Unit 155 presents an event for Girl Scouts to get excited about the upcoming Girl Scout Cookie Program! Work on your five skills (Goal Setting, Decision Making, Money Management, People Skills and Business Ethics) together through hands-on activities. This is an opportunity to connect with other Girl Scouts, learn new skills and prepare for the season.
Cookie University Rally
Sunday, January 4
1 - 3 p.m.
Winston-Salem, NC
D B J C
Join Girl Scouts of Service Units 141, 142 and 144 at Wake Forest for Cookie University! Travel between stations and stamp your transcripts to learn the essential entrepreneur skills and earn cookie badges (and D/B money badges). Stations include mock cookie booths, cookie tasting, meet the mascot, a social media newsroom, a Cadette CEO board room and so much more! We will have a mobile shop and plenty of cookies to taste and enjoy. All Girl Scouts will receive a custom fun patch.
The Smartest Cookie Game Show Rally
Sunday, January 4
2 - 3:30 p.m.
Summerfield, NC
D B J
Earn a fun patch and join Girl Scouts of Service Unit 147 to test and perfect your cookie business skills as a game show contestant.
VIRTUAL: Youth Mental
Health
First Aid
Monday, January 5 & Wednesday, January 7
6 - 9 p.m.
V
Learn how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adolescents ages 12-18. You’ll build the skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to young people who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support. This course is valuable to any adult who regularly works with youth. This certification is valid for three years.
Cookie Kick Off!
Friday, January 9
4 - 7 p.m.
Greensboro, NC
D B J V
Get ready to kick off cookie season in style! This fun, drop-in event will help you learn about the 5 Skills of Entrepreneurship—goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills and business ethics— through hands-on activities and games. Girls will also get to taste the brand-new Exploremore Cookie and get excited for cookie deliveries arriving Saturday morning!
WALK-ABOUT WEEK IS JANUARY 10-18
Take a parent or a responsible adult on a walk around the neighborhood to share some quality time while working on your Girl Scout Cookie marketing skills. Have fun and decorate a wagon or anything that can carry cookies. Submit a picture of you (in uniform or identifiable as a Girl Scout) on the walk-about for a chance to win an ice cream party for your troop!
Submit your photo by January 26 at bit.ly/2026walkabout.
SAVE $25 ON SUMMER CAMP
BY JANUARY 15
Our Cyber Monday Special ends January 15! Purchase our newest camp T-shirt for $25 and receive a $25 coupon code to redeem on GSCP2P Summer Camp registrations.
Learn more at bit.ly/48FtrAZ.
Sing in the New Year
Saturday, January 10
2 - 3:30 p.m.
OR Friday, January 9 - Sunday, January 11
Hickory, NC
D B J C S A V F
Our annual Sing in the New Year Singalong Session on Saturday is held in person and virtually- and older Girl Scouts have the option to extend the fun all weekend! We can’t wait to sing with you!
Rainforest Adventures
Saturday, January 10
D B J
10 - 11 a.m.
C S A
1 - 2 p.m.
Rutherfordton, NC
Let’s take a journey to the Tropical Rainforest! Girl Scouts will learn about the diversity of plants, animals and people native to the rainforest. Animal Ambassador visits included!
VIRTUAL:
Gold Award Training
Tuesday, January 13
6 - 8 p.m.
S A V
Take a deep dive into the Gold Award process and get ready to make a difference! Gold Award training is required before your project can be approved.
VIRTUAL: Basic Camping Skills License Renewal
Wednesday, January 21 6:30 - 9 p.m.
V
If you completed your camp license in 2020 or 2021, it is time to renew! Join us for this virtual course and keep your Basic Camping Skills license up-to-date. This course will review council policy and procedure updates and provide time for you to ask questions and review the skills you need the most. This quick and easy course helps keep your troop prepared to have their very best camp experience.
3, 2, 1 Blastoff!
Saturday, January 24
D B J
10 - 11 a.m.
C S A
1 - 2 p.m.
Rutherfordton, NC
Blast off into a good time! From propulsion and fuel systems to reentering the atmosphere, Girl Scouts will explore how rocket launches work while building and launching their own rockets!
Gabby’s Dollhouse
Movie Night
Saturday, January 24 6 - 8 p.m.
Greensboro, NC
D B J
It’s time for a meow-mazing adventure with Girl Scouts and Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie. Gabby and the Gabby Cats love exploring, creating and helping one another— that’s something Girl Scouts know all about! Enjoy activities, patch, popcorn, a movie and cat-tastic fun!
VIRTUAL: Lead the Change: Highest Awards Info Night!
Wednesday, January 28 6 - 7 p.m.
V
Get the latest updates on the Girl Scout Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards in this information session! Whether you’re just starting to explore or gearing up for your final steps, this session will equip you with everything you need to lead with confidence.
VOLUNTEER AWARDS
Every day, Girl Scout volunteers make it possible for girls to benefit from adventures that are skill-building, lead-taking and life-changing.
Awards and recognitions are a great way to pay tribute to our volunteers. We encourage parents, girls, volunteers, council staff and community members to submit a nomination recognizing our amazing volunteers! Awards are available to be presented at the troop, service unit and council level. Anyone can nominate a volunteer for a National Award, presented by the GSCP2P Board of Directors at our Annual Meeting in April.
Nominations for National Awards are due February 1! Learn more at bit.ly/3VLRqW0.
February
Patch of the Month: World Thinking Day
Art with Artie
Saturday, February 7
10 - 11 a.m.
Rutherfordton, NC
D B J
Art, coding and robotics all blend together in this exciting program! Girl Scouts will learn to program an Artie Bot to draw a work of art to take home!
Programmed to Doodle
Saturday, February 7 1 - 2 p.m.
Rutherfordton, NC
C S A
Art, coding and robotics all blend together in this exciting program! Girl Scouts will learn to program an Artie Bot to draw a work of art to take home!
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
February is Black History Month, where we honor the incredible contributions the Black and African American communities have made throughout U.S. history — from civil rights leaders to artists, politicians to inventors. Take this opportunity to learn more about the community’s central role in U.S. history and the world. We’ve got plenty of activities to choose from, so you can make new discoveries and have tons of fun while earning your patch.
Find the activity guide at bit.ly/411OEOA.
VIRTUAL: Basic Camping
Skills License Renewal
Monday, February 9
6:30 - 9 p.m.
V
If you completed your camp license in 2020 or 2021, it is time to renew! Join us for this virtual course and keep your Basic Camping Skills license up-to-date. This course will review council policy and procedure updates and provide time for you to ask questions and review the skills you need the most. This quick and easy course helps keep your troop prepared to have their very best camp experience.
VIRTUAL: Gold Award Training
Thursday, February 12
6 - 8 p.m.
S A V
Take a deep dive into the Gold Award process and get ready to make a difference! Gold Award training is required before your project can be approved.
VIRTUAL: Adventure
Awaits: Destination DiariesGirl Scouts Share Their Adventures!
Sunday, February 15
2 - 4 p.m.
C S A
Discover the adventure and wonder of travel! Hear from girls who have participated in both local and far-flung Destinations trips, learn about the travel opportunities available to you as a Girl Scout and get inside tips on how to fund your travels. It’s time to discover where in the world Girl Scouts can take you next!
Safe Sitter: Safe@Home
Monday, February 16
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Statesville, NC
J C
Developed by Safe Sitter®, this engaging and interactive course teaches essential safety skills, emergency preparedness and decision-making strategies for staying safe when home alone. Understand how to prevent unsafe situations and handle emergencies, know when and how to seek help from trusted adults and gain confidence in making safe and smart decisions.
Robotics Camp-in at Kaleideum
Friday, February 20 - Saturday, February 21
Winston-Salem, NC
D B J C
Enjoy a fun night of badge activities, pizza, dome shows and fun in the museum after hours! We will be completing the Robotics 1 Badge.
Just the 3s: Hoof & Arrow Club
Saturday, February 21
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Sophia, NC
C S A
Have you completed all three of the horseback archery patch programs or a full horseback archery camp week? Join the club AND join us for an afternoon of horseback archery fun! Practice and refine your skills with games and take turns practicing from the back of a horse.
You Name It
Saturday, February 21
D B J
10 - 11 a.m.
C S A
1 - 2 p.m.
Rutherfordton, NC
If you like it, then you better put your name on it! This fun and interactive workshop allows Girl Scouts to design, craft and light up their own LED name tags.
VIRTUAL: Youth Mental Health
First Aid
Monday, February 23 & Wednesday, February 25 6 - 9 p..m.
V
VIRTUAL: Teaching Leadership- Program Aide Workshop
Tuesday, February 24 & Wednesday, February 25
6 - 7:15 p.m.
C
Leadership looks different for every person and, in this award, you’ll find out what it looks like for you. As a Program Aide, you’ll turn some of your favorite activities into fun experiences for younger kids. In doing so, you’ll help build their confidence as well as your own.
Learn how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adolescents ages 12-18. You’ll build the skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to young people who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support. This course is valuable to any adult who regularly works with youth. This certification is valid for three years.
WORLD THINKING DAY IS FEBRUARY 22
Every year, you can join your fellow Girl Scouts and Girl Guides from over 150 countries around the world to celebrate World Thinking Day. We’re celebrating 100 years of World Thinking Day in 2026—what an exciting birthday! This year’s special theme is Our Friendship. Explore our worldwide Girl Scout/Girl Guide community and celebrate the friendships that connect us all around the globe.
Find the activity guide at bit.ly/411OEOA.
BRING THE GIRL SCOUT SHOP TO YOU
Mobile shop savings!
Enjoy 10% off orders of $25 or more when you schedule your next Mobile Shop event to take place by March 31!
You can request a Pop Up Shop for service unit meetings, troop meetings and local Girl Scout events. You can also request a Troop Uniform Shop for uniform fittings at your meeting location. Our retail staff will meet with parents to discuss the details of our uniforms and answer any questions and process orders with payment. The orders will be prepared at the nearest service center shop and arranged for pick-up by the troop leader or a volunteer.
Learn more at bit.ly/3R7vhST.
First Aid/CPR Certification
Saturday, February 28
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Greensboro, NC
A V
Be prepared to act when emergencies arise with your First Aid and CPR certification from the Emergency Care and Safety Institute. This course includes personalized learning, interactive scenarios and handson skill practice. You will be prepared to provide care when it’s needed most. The certification is valid for two years.
RIIT Orientation
Saturday, February 28
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sophia, NC
C S A
The Riding Instructor-In-Training (RIIT) Orientation program is a leadership and horsemanship development experience designed to build courage, confidence and character. Throughout the year, RIIT participants log volunteer hours, which they can exchange for exclusive riding sessions and other special RIIT-only opportunities.
Safe Sitter: Intro to Safe Babysitting
Saturday, February 28
1 - 5 p.m.
Black Mountain, NC C
Babysitting is often a teenager’s first business and being prepared is essential. A trained Safe Sitter facilitator will teach each Girl Scout important childcare, safety, first aid and business skills through lessons, games and discussions.
March
Patch of the Month: Through The Decades
VIRTUAL: Basic Camping
Skills License Renewal
Thursday, March 5
6:30 - 9 p.m.
V
If you completed your camp license in 2020 or 2021, it is time to renew! Join us for this virtual course and keep your Basic Camping Skills license up-to-date. This course will review council policy and procedure updates and provide time for you to ask questions and review the skills you need the most. This quick and easy course helps keep your troop prepared to have their very best camp experience.
VIRTUAL: Gold Award Training
Thursday, March 5
6 - 8 p.m.
S A V
Take a deep dive into the Gold Award process and get ready to make a difference! Gold Award training is required before your project can be approved.
Playing in the Past at Historic Johnson Farm
Saturday, March 7
10 a.m. - Noon
Hendersonville, NC
J F
Enjoy a house tour with a scavenger hunt. We will play old-fashioned games and craft one of our own! What outfit would you have worn to visit the farm in the past? After the program, please feel free to explore the grounds and have a picnic lunch.
Design in Nature
Saturday, March 7
10 a.m. - Noon
Winston-Salem, NC
D B
Discover the math hidden in the world around you while earning your Design with Nature Badge! Join us for a hands-on adventure where you’ll explore patterns, shapes and measurements in nature. Then use your discoveries to create your own nature-inspired designs. Solve puzzles, experiment with designs and see how math makes the natural world even more amazing.
Future Designer
Saturday, March 7
1 - 3 p.m.
Winston-Salem, NC
J C S A
Discover the power of green space in the city! Girls will explore their local environment on an urban hike, then team up to design and build a dream park using recycled materials. This is part of the Future Designer Patch Program.
Girl Scout Night with the Greensboro Gargoyles
Sunday, March 8
3 - 6 p.m.
Greensboro, NC
D B J C S A V F
Get ready for an action-packed afternoon as we team up with the Greensboro Gargoyles for an unforgettable game day experience! Your ticket includes admission to the hockey game, a brand new limitededition Gargoyle x Girl Scout branded puck and an exclusive event patch.
GIRL SCOUTS AND FAITH
March 8: Spirit Sunday
Do something kind in the spirit of Girl Scouts.
March 9: Affirmation Monday
Share a positive message with a friend.
March 10: Troop Tuesday
Appreciate your awesome troop besties.
March 11: Wisdom Wednesday
Share a Girl Scout pro tip or life hack.
March 12: National Girl Scout Day
Wear your Girl Scout gear with pride!
March 13: Flash Forward Friday
Make your plans for a brighter future!
March 14: Service Saturday
Serve your community as a sisterhood.
Girl Scout Week is March 8-14 and we shout out our Girl Scout pride from the rooftops! It’s also a time when many troops celebrate the connections between Girl Scouting and their faith, learn more about other faiths and thank faith partners for their support throughout the year. Whether you participate in a worship service, plan an activity before or after the service or organize a service project, your Girl Scouts can honor those meaningful connections in lots of ways!
Check out the Girl Scouts Celebrate Faith Toolkit to help you plan, promote and carry out your event with your faith partner at bit.ly/gsfaithresources.
Climbing Day at Fiddlehead
Farm & Forrest
Sunday, March 8
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Fletcher, NC
J C S A V
From climbing to biking through scenic forest trails, this adventure is all about connection, creativity and fun in nature. Bring your own bike or rent one for an extra fee — climbing gear rentals are included! Meet friendly farm animals, explore woodland paths and enjoy a day filled with discovery and outdoor adventure.
Girl Scout Fest!
Saturday, March 14
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Gastonia, Greensboro & Hickory, NC
D B J C S A V F
Let’s celebrate Girl Scout Week with a burst of fun and spirit! Show off your Girl Scout pride as you dive into hands-on activities from each of the four Girl Scout Pillars. Enjoy games, crafts and surprises inspired by Girl Scouts past and present. It’s a day to laugh, learn and celebrate everything that makes being a Girl Scout amazing!
Diary of a Worm
Saturday, March 14
10 - 11 a.m.
Rutherfordton, NC
D B J
Discover the wonderful world of Doreen Cronin’s “Diary of a Worm” in an exciting way! We will read the story, interact with REAL worms and create a polymer worm to take home.
Fantastic Plants
Saturday, March 14
1 - 2 p.m.
Rutherfordton, NC
C S A
Why are plants green? What do they need to grow? Girl Scouts will discover the power of nature by participating in plant dissections and terrarium creation!
First Aid/CPR Certification
Saturday, March 14
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Gastonia, NC
A V
Be prepared to act when emergencies arise with your First Aid and CPR certification from the Emergency Care and Safety Institute. This course includes personalized learning, interactive scenarios and hands-on skill practice. You will be prepared to provide care when it’s needed most. The certification is valid for two years.
VIRTUAL: Lead the Change: Highest Awards Info Night!
Monday, March 16
6 - 7 p.m.
V
Get the latest updates on the Girl Scout Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards in this information session! Whether you’re just starting to explore or gearing up for your final steps, this session will equip you with everything you need to lead with confidence.
Leaderfest: Find Your Path to Troop Success
Monday, March 21
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Hickory, NC
V
This one-day event for volunteers is a fun, casual and relaxing way to enjoy the best things about Girl Scouting. You will also have the opportunity to take certification courses such as Basic Camping Skills License and First Aid/CPR. You can also choose from a wide assortment of enrichment classes in troop leadership, traditions, badge work, arts and crafts. Throughout the day, you’ll delight in delicious meals, meet and learn from other volunteers, make new friends and go home inspired and energized to lead your troop wherever they want to go.
Junior RIIT Explorer
Saturday, March 21
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Sophia, NC
J
Join us at Circle C for a funfilled adventure led by our Riding Instructors-In-Training (RIITs)! Juniors will get hands-on experience learning about horse care through engaging, age-appropriate activities. This program builds confidence, teamwork and a love for all things horses—all while having a blast at the barn!
Power & Wellness Day
Saturday, March 21
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Hickory, NC
J C S A V F
Join GSCP2P and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) for a program focused on safety, smart choices and emotional wellness. Girls can work on their GSUSA Mental Wellness patch as we discuss emotions, resilience and healthy ways to manage stress. We will also offer an age-appropriate session from MADD on substance safety for girls and adults:
Power of Me! helps Girl Scout Juniors understand how the brain works, why safety matters and how to make positive choices around alcohol and impaired driving.
Power of You(th) gives teens the facts about alcohol, cannabis and other drugs while equipping them with real strategies to stay confident, healthy and drug-free.
Power of Parents provides families with tools to talk openly about substance use and support safe decision-making at home.
Keyauwee Program Center Camp Work Day
Saturday, March 28
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sophia, NC
D B J C S A V F
Calling all camp lovers! Come spend the day at Keyauwee Program Center and enjoy lunch on us! We will work on beautification projects such as painting, landscaping and trail maintenance.
Ring Around the Planets
Saturday, March 28
D B J
10 - 11 a.m.
C S A
1 - 2 p.m.
Rutherfordton, NC
Join us as we travel at the speed of light through our solar system and learn all about the planets in our inflatable planetarium. We’ll swing by several “Gas Giants” and “Rocky Midgets.” We’ll also explore the phases of the moon.
Sisterhood Success: A Day with Kappa Delta at Wake Forest University
Saturday, March 28
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Winston-Salem, NC
C S A F
Girl Scouts in grades 8–11 will tour campus, enjoy fun breakout sessions, lunch and a college-life panel with the Kappa Deltas. This can be a dropoff event, but adults are welcome to stay and join the parent admissions session. This event is hosted by the Girl Advisory Board members.
P2P Loves State Parks Weekend
Saturday, March 28 - Sunday, March 29
D B J C S A V F
Join us across the state to celebrate Girl Scouts outdoors! Visit our state parks for family-friendly hikes and activities led by park staff.
RAISING AWESOME GIRLS
Raising girls to be happy, healthy and successful is simpler than ever with help from Girl Scouts. From knowing how much to help with her homework to navigating sensitive issues in the news with your family, we’ve got everything you need to raise girls with confidence.
Read more at bit.ly/awesomegirlsblog.
TROOP HORSEBACK RIDING
Bring your troop to Circle C for an unforgettable equine experience! Enjoy riding time and a fun barn activity designed for first-time and occasional riders. Our program is customized to the skill level of the least experienced rider, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Rain or shine, we’ve got you covered with our indoor arena! For troops returning to Circle C, older Girl Scouts or those with more horse riding experience, we also offer trail riding (weather permitting).
Contact circlec@girlscoutsp2p.org to learn about available dates. Once you’ve registered, a member of our Equine Experience staff will reach out to discuss program details, adaptations and accommodations to make your visit truly special. Ready to ride? We can’t wait to welcome your troop to the herd!
TROOPS AND SERVICE UNIT CAMP RENTALS
Make plans to bring your troop to our camp properties in spring 2026! When reserving your space, you can use the interactive map and filter by group size and amenities. All camping reservations and activity requests must be received at least four weeks prior to your selected weekend.
Learn more at bit.ly/3qPROsJ.
EXPLORE MORE SUMMER CAMP
Join us for summer camp! With day, overnight and horse camp programs, you will have plenty of options to explore the great outdoors. Plus, all overnight campers will have the option to choose an equestrian experience with no additional cost!
All overnight summer camp sessions will be hosted at Keyauwee Program Center as we continue hurricane recovery efforts at Camp Pisgah and Camp Ginger Cascades. Transportation assistance will be offered for select weeks.
Learn more at bit.ly/3R5CbYu.
April
Patch of the Month: Lifesaver
LEGO Liaison
Saturday, April 11
10 - 11 a.m.
Rutherfordton, NC
D B J
This workshop emphasizes patience, communication, critical thinking and conflict resolution as teams must work together to build a structure while maintaining a secret role they must play.
Structurally Speaking
Saturday, April 11
1 - 2 p.m.
Rutherfordton, NC
C S A
This workshop emphasizes patience, communication, critical thinking and conflict resolution as teams must work together to build a structure while maintaining a secret role they must play.
P2P Curiosity Quest
Saturday, April 11 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Winston-Salem, NC
D B J C S A V F
Join us for a day filled with discovery, creativity and hands-on adventure! Explore a world of curiosity through interactive activities led by special guest facilitators from exciting fields across science, technology, engineering, art and more. From building and creating to problemsolving and experimenting, girls will dive into stations designed to spark imagination and confidence. Bring your troop or your whole family- this event is open to everyone, including future Girl Scouts. Come see how curiosity can open doors, inspire new passions and empower girls to dream bigger!
Basic Camping Skills License
Saturday, April 11
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. High Point, NC
V
To enjoy a back-to-nature camping experience and/or to camp out at an established campsite with access to running water, bath house facility and designated fire ring. At least one member of your troop needs to complete the Basic Camping Skills License. This course is valuable for volunteers who work with troops and want to help them build independence by learning many useful outdoor skills. The license is valid for five years.
VIRTUAL: Gold Award Training
Monday, April 13
6 - 8 p.m.
S A V
Take a deep dive into the Gold Award process and get ready to make a difference! Gold Award training is required before your project can be approved.
LAST DAY FOR GOLD AWARD IS APRIL 1
Girl Scouts in their senior year of high school must turn in their Girl Scout Gold Award proposal by April 1.
Learn more about this prestigious award at bit.ly/45RhvZi.
SPRING INTO ACTION Renew Your Membership!
Spring is the perfect time to renew your membership and get ready for another amazing Girl Scout year! Youth members and troops that renew during the spring renewal period will receive special incentives to help make 2027 the best year ever. Stay tuned for more information!
CELEBRATE GIRL SCOUT VOLUNTEERS
We love our volunteers! April is Volunteer Appreciation Month and on April 22 we celebrate Girl Scout Leader Appreciation Day. Although volunteers are always appreciated, it is during these special days that we take the time to acknowledge that our adult volunteers are our neighborhood heroes and the heart and soul of Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont. We encourage Girl Scouts and their families as well as service units and Girl Scout communities to plan special gestures to show appreciation for the adult Girl Scout volunteers in their lives.
Find some ideas on how you can say “thank you” at bit.ly/4gsGtn6.
Basic Camping Skills License
Saturday, April 18
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Gastonia, NC
V
To enjoy a back-to-nature camping experience and/or to camp out at an established campsite with access to running water, bath house facility and designated fire ring. At least one member of your troop needs to complete the Basic Camping Skills License. This course is valuable for volunteers who work with troops and want to help them build independence by learning many useful outdoor skills. The license is valid for five years.
Safe Sitter: Safe@Home
Sunday, April 19
1:30 - 3 p.m.
Gastonia, NC
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Developed by Safe Sitter®, this engaging and interactive course teaches essential safety skills, emergency preparedness and decision-making strategies for staying safe when home alone. Understand how to prevent unsafe situations and handle emergencies, know when and how to seek help from trusted adults and gain confidence in making safe and smart decisions.
VIRTUAL: Basic Camping Skills License Renewal
Monday, April 20 6:30 - 9 p.m.
V
If you completed your camp license in 2020 or 2021, it is time to renew! Join us for this virtual course and keep your Basic Camping Skills license up-to-date. This course will review council policy and procedure updates and provide time for you to ask questions and review the skills you need the most. This quick and easy course helps keep your troop prepared to have their very best camp experience.
Blow It Up!
Saturday, April 25
D B J 10 - 11 a.m.
C S A
1 - 2 p.m.
Rutherfordton, NC
Girl Scouts will EXPLODE into learning with this highly flammable show! Detonate their minds while a live performance demonstrates chemical reactions!
Annual Meeting
Saturday, April 25
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Thomasville, NC
S A V
Join us for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont’s Annual Meeting as we celebrate with guest speakers, lunch, business meeting and volunteer awards ceremony. Open to all girls and adult members, the Annual Meeting offers an opportunity to network, receive important news and for delegates to vote on key council business.
HONOR YOUR GRADUATING GIRL SCOUT WITH A LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP
Gift a membership and your Girl Scout will be a champion of girls for years to come! Your contribution will support Girl Scouts, which gives them a place to prepare for a lifetime of leadership. And by becoming a lifetime member, they will join a group of like-minded supporters and contribute to Girl Scouts’ mission.
When you sign them up as a lifetime member, $25 of your contribution automatically helps fund membership dues for a Girl Scout in an underserved community in your grad’s area.
May
Patch of the Month: Lasagna Love
No Horse? No Problem!
Let’s Go To A Horse Show!
Saturday, May 2
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Mill Spring, NC
D B J C S A V F
Join us for a day at Tryon International Equestrian Center to explore the world of horse shows! Watch riders compete in various classes, observe exhibitors and learn more about the excitement of equestrian competition. Lunch will be on your own—bring a picnic or enjoy one of the on-site restaurants.
Adventure Afternoon
Saturday, May 2
1 - 5 p.m.
Lenoir, NC
J C S A V F
Join us at Camp Ginger Cascades for an unforgettable Adventure Afternoon! Girl Scouts will take aim in archery, scale the rock wall and challenge themselves while having fun outdoors with friends. No experience needed—just bring your courage and sense of adventure!
All Aboard: Girl Scout
Railroading STEM Adventure
Saturday, May 2
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Spencer, NC
D B J C S A V F
Discover the world of railroading while earning a STEM Career Exploration Badge during this unique experience at the North Carolina Transportation Museum. Girl Scouts will have the opportunity to explore the past, present and future of the Railroading industry as they participate in three industryfocused classes: STEM Railroading Careers, Evolution of the Railroad and Women Making History. A train ride, turntable ride, all event activities, lunch and a fun patch are included!
Adult Learning Facilitator
Training
Saturday, May 2
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Statesville, NC V
Do you have a passion for helping others learn? Join our team of Adult Learning Facilitators (ALFs)! ALFs are volunteers who teach valuable skills to other Adult Girl Scouts. Volunteers with at least three years of Girl Scout experience are eligible to become a facilitator. ALF’s teach a variety of classes from new leader training to program level progression and outdoor skills. You choose what you love and share your skills!
Basic Camping Skills License
Saturday, May 2
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
TBD, NC V
To enjoy a back-to-nature camping experience and/or to camp out at an established campsite with access to running water, bath house facility and designated fire ring. At least one member of your troop needs to complete the Basic Camping Skills License. This course is valuable for volunteers who work with troops and want to help them build independence by learning many useful outdoor skills. The license is valid for five years.
ASIAN AMERICAN NATIVE HAWAIIAN PACIFIC
ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH
Celebrate the cultural richness of all people in the U.S. whose ancestors came from the Pacific Islands, Hawaii or the Asian diaspora and to acknowledge the many contributions of the AANHPI community to our nation. Girls and leaders have plenty of activities to choose from, so you can make new discoveries and have tons of fun while earning your patch.
Find the activity guide at bit.ly/411OEOA.
VIRTUAL: Gold Award Training
Thursday, May 7
6 - 8 p.m.
S A V
Take a deep dive into the Gold Award process and get ready to make a difference! Gold Award training is required before your project can be approved.
Brownie Day Camp at Little House
Saturday, May 9
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Brevard, NC
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Want a taste of camp before joining us for an overnight program this summer? Join us for a sampling of camp activities including slingshots, teambuilding, arts and crafts and more! Please note that this is a dropoff program, and participants must bring their own lunch.
Basic Camping Skills License
Saturday, May 16
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
TBD, NC V
To enjoy a back-to-nature camping experience and/or to camp out at an established campsite with access to running water, bath house facility and designated fire ring. At least one member of your troop needs to complete the Basic Camping Skills License. This course is valuable for volunteers who work with troops and want to help them build independence by learning many useful outdoor skills. The license is valid for five years.
Her Future, Her Impact: A Girl Awards Gala
Saturday, May 16
5 - 8 p.m.
Dobson, NC
J C S A V F
You are cordially invited to a gala honoring the highest achievements of Girl Scouts within the GSCP2P council. Dress up and join us for an elegant evening featuring dinner, an inspiring guest speaker and a firsthand look at how Girl Scouts are shaping their communities with courage, confidence and character.
June
Patch of the Month: Passport to Adventure: Summer Edition
Girl Scout Day at Wet n’ Wild Emerald Pointe
Saturday, June 6
Greensboro, NC
D B J C S A V F
Explore the waterpark with your chaperone and join us as we celebrate our top Girl Scout Cookie sellers at our G.E.O. Recognition Party.
VIRTUAL:
Gold Award Training
Tuesday, June 9 6 - 8 p.m.
S A V
Take a deep dive into the Gold Award process and get ready to make a difference! Gold Award training is required before your project can be approved.
Council-wide Bridging & Family Fun Day
Saturday, June 13
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sophia, NC
D B J C S A V F
Join Girl Scouts from across the council for a special day of celebration and fun! We’ll kick off the morning with a Council-Wide Bridging Ceremony, honoring girls as they take the next step in their Girl Scout journey. Families are invited to stay afterward and enjoy an exciting lineup of fun camp activities. It’s the perfect way to celebrate accomplishments, make new memories and welcome the next year of Girl Scouting together!
Winston-Salem Dash
Girl Scout Night
Friday, June 19 - Saturday, June 20 6:30 p.m. - 9 a.m.
Winston-Salem, NC
D B J C S A V F
Enjoy a fun-filled Girl Scout Night with the Winston-Salem Dash! Bring your family and friends for an evening of baseball, ballpark treats and summer excitement. This game includes a Girl Scout overnight at the ballpark, making it an unforgettable experience from first pitch to sunrise.
Gastonia Ghost Peppers Girl Scout Night
Saturday, June 20 7 - 9 p.m.
Gastonia, NC
D B J C S A V F
Join us for a lively Girl Scout Night with the Gastonia Ghost Peppers! Enjoy a festive evening of cheering on the team, spending time with your family or troop and soaking up the spirited Ghost Peppers atmosphere.
PRIDE MONTH
Burlington Sock Puppets Girl Scout Night
Saturday, June 27 7 - 9 p.m.
Gastonia, NC
D B J C S A V F
Join us for a lively Girl Scout Night with the Burlington Sock Puppets! Experience a fun, upbeat game full of energy, community spirit and summertime excitement. Perfect for Girl Scouts of all ages.
June is LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer) Pride Month, an annual celebration of the achievements, impact and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community in the United States. In June we also commemorate the Stonewall uprising which marks the beginning of a movement to outlaw discriminatory laws and practices against LGBTQ+ Americans. As Girl Scouts we deeply value diversity and inclusion. A Girl Scout is a friend and ally to all families.
Find the activity guide at bit.ly/411OEOA.
July
Patch of the Month: Passport to Adventure: Summer Edition
Greensboro Grasshoppers
Girl Scout Night
Friday, July 10
7 - 9 p.m.
Greensboro, NC
D B J C S A V F
Have a blast at Girl Scout Night with the Greensboro Grasshoppers! Experience a warm summer evening at the ballpark with great energy, fun vibes and time together with our Girl Scout community.
VIRTUAL: Gold Award Training
Monday, July 13
6 - 8 p.m.
S A V
Take a deep dive into the Gold Award process and get ready to make a difference! Gold Award training is required before your project can be approved.
Hickory Crawdads
Girl Scout Night
Friday, July 17 - Saturday, July 18
7 p.m. - 9 a.m.
Hickory, NC
D B J C S A V F
Celebrate Girl Scout Night with the Hickory Crawdads! Enjoy a night of baseball, laughter and memorymaking. This game includes a Girl Scout overnight at the ballpark, giving families and troops the chance to extend the adventure long after the final inning.
Volunteer Resources
Financial Assistance for Adult Training
This financial assistance, started in memory of beloved volunteer trainer, Ed Whitmire, enables registered GSCP2P volunteers to attend courses that will benefit the girls they guide.
Request your financial assistance at bit.ly/3OJhe4B.
Grade Level Progression: Tips and Tidbits
Written by volunteers, for volunteers, this book is designed to help new leaders navigate the basics of Girl Scouting. Find everything you need to know including tips on planning meetings, an intro to Girl Scout traditions and a glossary of all those funny terms!
Find this guide and more training and planning tools at bit.ly/49ydXx4.
Volunteer Toolkit
This official GSUSA portal is a robust online source for program content and related resources and troop financial management support. Use this digital planning tool to help you set up, customize and track your troop activities and achievements!
Learn more at bit.ly/2KSLZAP.
Troop Year Plans
Our customizable age-appropriate troop year plans are the best tool for first year troop leaders to get started with Girl Scouts without getting overwhelmed. The entire year is mapped out—just follow along to help your Girl Scouts complete badge activities, improve their communities and explore the world around them.
