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October 15, 2026
August 2026 Edition Our Bi-Monthly Volunteer Communication is back with its twelfth edition, your central resource for all Girl Scout volunteers. As we continue building one shared space for our entire volunteer community, this edition is designed to support you in planning ahead and leading with confidence. With a strong focus on troop year planning, you’ll find timely tools and updates to help you prepare for a successful and engaging Girl Scout year. Inside, you’ll find: Renewal support, program updates, planning resources, volunteer opportunities, and upcoming events to help you prepare for a strong troop year. Whether you're mapping out your next troop meeting or planning for the months ahead, this communication is here to support you every step of the way. As always, we value your feedback. Let us know what’s working well or what additional resources would be helpful!
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Table of Contents 03 News You Can Use 04 Troop Support 06 Resource Spotlight 07 Camp Properties
Girl Scout Mission Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.
Girl Scout Promise On my honor, I will try: To serve God* and my country, To help people at all times, And to live by the Girl Scout Law. *Members may substitute for the word God in accordance with their own spiritual beliefs.
Girl Scout Law I will do my best to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, courageous and strong, and responsible for what I say and do, and to respect myself and others, respect authority, use resources wisely, make the world a better place, and be a sister to every Girl Scout.
News You Can Use News You Can Use is brought to you by the Girl Scouts Program team. Here you'll find helpful updates and resources designed to make leading easier and support you in creating girl-led troop experiences filled with cooperative learning and fun.
💚 Help Grow the Girl Scout Sisterhood 💚
OPEN HOUSE:
Back-to-school season is here, and we’re getting ready to welcome the next generation of Girl Scouts! Volunteer as a Girl Scout representative at an upcoming school open house and help introduce girls and families in your community to all that Girl Scouts has to offer.
Opportunities are available from mid-August through early September, and there are a few extra perks for lending a hand! Participating volunteers will receive a $10 digital Council Shop gift card, and your participation can count toward earning the new GS-NCCP Growing Sisterhood Patch. Ready to get involved? Connect with your Membership Manager or contact Kat Wester at kwester@nccoastalpines.org. Growing Sisterhood Patches are limited, so opt in soon!
The Growing Sisterhood Patch celebrates Girl Scouts and volunteers who help introduce Girl Scouting to new families—and the patch continues to “grow” year after year as you help grow our sisterhood!
NEWS YOU CAN USE
Troop Support Explore resources, trainings, and tools designed to help you lead with confidence. From meeting support to volunteer development, you'll find everything you need to create fun, engaging, and impactful experiences for your Girl Scouts.
OVERNIGHT ADVENTURES:
Make It a Girl Scout Overnight Adventure! Ready to add a little extra fun to your troop year? Year 1 and Year 2 troops can enjoy a free themed sleepover or late-night adventure at select Girl Scout offices! Each experience includes a themed craft kit and movie, making it easy to plan a memorable night of fun, friendship, and connection with your troop.
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OVERNIGHT OPTIONS: RALEIGH GIRL SCOUT CENTER
LATE NIGHT OPTIONS WILMINGTON GIRL SCOUT CENTER
GOLDSBORO GIRL SCOUT CENTER
FAYETTEVILLE GIRL SCOUT CENTER
CAPE CARTERET GIRL SCOUT OFFICE
TROOP SUPPORT
Troop Support Explore resources, trainings, and tools designed to help you lead with confidence. From meeting support to volunteer development, you'll find everything you need to create fun, engaging, and impactful experiences for your Girl Scouts.
GIRL SCOUT EXPERIENCE BOX: Troop Meetings, Delivered! Less prep, more Girl Scout fun! Daisy and Brownie troops may be eligible to receive a complimentary Girl Scout Experience Box, filled with ready-to-use supplies, simple activity instructions, and helpful scripts designed to make planning and leading troop meetings easier. Now in our fourth year of offering the Girl Scout Experience Box program, we're excited to continue helping troop leaders spend less time prepping and more time creating meaningful experiences with their Girl Scouts. Want to see if your troop is eligible? Contact Kelley Wilson at kwilson@nccoastalpines.org or Kat Wester at kwester@nccoastalpines.org to learn more.
TROOP SUPPORT
Resource Spotlight MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL:
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Don't forget to encourage families to renew! Renewing now helps girls stay connected to the adventures, friendships, and experiences they love while ensuring your troop is ready for another amazing Girl Scout year.
RENEW NEW PROGRAM GUIDE:
Plan Your Girl Scout Year with the New Program Guide The 2026–2027 Program Guide is here! As you plan the year ahead with your troop, use the guide to explore upcoming programs, discover new experiences, and find opportunities that match your Girl Scouts' interests and goals. It’s a great resource to explore together, giving Girl Scouts a voice in choosing the adventures they want to experience this year. Take a look, start planning, and get ready for a year of discovery, connection, and plenty of Girl Scout fun! Explore the 2026–2027 Program Guide
RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT
CAMP PROPERTIES Exciting improvements are happening across our GS-NCCP camp properties! Reserve a space for your troop's next adventure and experience what's new. Camp Graham Located on the scenic shores of Kerr Lake in Vance County, Camp Graham offers 155 acres of forest, coves, and open fields. The camp features a semi-private waterfront ideal for canoeing, kayaking, and sailing. With ample space for large group activities, Camp Graham accommodates up to 206 campers across two tent units, three cabin units, a CIT hut, and a staff house. New Waterfront Shelter New Stargazing Platform Camp Hardee Situated southeast of Chocowinity and Washington, Camp Hardee spans 96 acres along the Pamlico River. The property includes riverfront access, wooded areas, and open fields suitable for group gatherings. All facilities and activity areas are within easy walking distance, and the camp can host up to 96 campers. Target Sports Expansion including New Shelter Arts and Crafts Center Renovation Camp Mary Atkinson Camp Mary Atkinson is located in Johnston County, just east of Clayton. Covering 278 acres, the camp features a swimming pool, boating pond, wooded trails, and the Leadership Center. Lodging includes three cabin units, two tent units, and a staff house, supporting up to 204 campers. The site is well-equipped for programming and large group events, with overnight camp held during the summer months. New year-round cabins at Coyote Hill New Amphitheater Renovated Comfort Corner (formerly the infirmary) Camp Mu-Sha-Ni Camp Mu-Sha-Ni is nestled in the Sandhills region of Richmond County, approximately 10 miles west of Aberdeen. This expansive 843-acre property includes fields, forests, ponds, and wetlands. Lodging options include six platform tent units and two buildings, with additional space for up to 300 campers in the Encampment Field. The Troop House and Chalfant Shelter offer year-round comfort with heating and air conditioning. Target Sports Expansion including BB Gun Range and New Shelter Coming fall 2026: Updates to Chalfant Shelter
RESERVE A CAMPSITE TODAY!