By Meridith Orr, Program Executive “The symbols which you wear on your sleeve mean that you have an intelligent interest in the subjects you have chosen, understand the principles of them, and can give reasonable, practical proof of this.” – Scouting for Girls, Official Handbook of the Girl Scouts, published by The Girl Scouts, Inc., … Continue reading A Quick Guide to Girl Scout Badges and Patches
Month: September 2014
5 Great Things about Joining Girl Scouts!
By: Keli Diewald and Meta Trombley, Membership Executives Every Girl Scout can give you 101 reasons why you shouldn’t wait to join Girl Scouts! If fun, new outdoor adventures, exploring the arts, science and technology, and spending quality time with your girl aren’t enough, here are 5 great things awaiting you at Girl Scouts – … Continue reading 5 Great Things about Joining Girl Scouts!
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
By Jenifer Bubenik, Program Director During National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15), Girl Scouts can join in recognizing and celebrating the profound and positive influence Hispanic Americans have had on our country. Hispanic culture is strong in its commitment to family, faith, hard work and service. Did you know that Hispanics/Latinos accounted … Continue reading Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
“Dive In” to the 2014 Fall Sale
By Amy Vitale, Product Sales Manager Our “Be Active! Dive In!” Fall Product sale here at Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines kicks off on Friday, October 3. Troops and individual Girl Scouts can sell magazine subscriptions (new and renewals) and nuts and candy to earn money for their Girl Scout experience. This year, … Continue reading “Dive In” to the 2014 Fall Sale