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"[It's cool to] go to school saying we carried a canoe for 1.25 miles, lived in the woods for a week, canoed 26 miles and went to Canada!"
-Girl Scouts on Boundary Waters Destinations
Travel. Adventure. Taking Risks. That's what
G.I.R.L.s
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Go-getters
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Innovators
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Risk-takers
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Leaders
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™ do during the summer months! Thanks to your on-going support of Girl Scouts' programs, girls are realizing more opportunities than ever!
From trips to the Space Academy for STEM experiences to canoeing through Minnesota and Canada, Girl Scouts are showing they're not afraid to take on BIG ADVENTURE. Now, more than ever, girls need the innovative programming Girl Scouts offers to conquer and thrive in their adventurous endeavors. Your support has a great impact on their journey - THANK YOU!
Earlier this month, we sent a letter asking all Girl Scout supporters to Stand Up for G.I.R.L.s. If you're looking for ways to STAND UP for G.I.R.L.s, check out some of the creative ways you can get involved! More at www.gsksmo.org/standup.
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Breaking Boundaries!
Girl Scout Cadettes Brave Boundary Waters
When it comes to high adventure for girls, no one does it better than Girl Scouts. This summer seven Cadettes from our council took on a great big adventure canoeing the Boundary Waters.
Armed with a canoe, 2 changes of clothes, toiletries and a 75lb pack of food and supplies, each girl braved the waters in Minnesota and Canada. It was truly the chance of a lifetime to test their limits, create friendships, work together as a team and learn some pretty amazing skills.
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A Full Circle in Girl Scouts
"My favorite Girl Scout experiences were due to volunteers. I volunteer so that I can provide that same experience to a girl."
When
Katelyn Clark was a Daisy, she never dreamed Girl Scouts could take her on adventures that would shape her life. This summer, she went on the same adventure she had taken as a 13 year old Cadette, and this time she took new Girl Scout Cadettes with her -
Katelyn led the girls on their first trip to the Boundary Waters. The Boundary Waters opened Katelyn's eyes to the power of travel when she was a Cadette, and she wanted other Girl Scouts to have the same impactful experience she had so many years ago.
Katelyn not only gives her time as a volunteer, she invests in Girl Scouts as a donor.
"Many of the programs [Girl Scouts has] require funding, so I contribute financially as well. I held a birthday fundraiser on Facebook to raise money for the Boundary Waters trip. It was a great way to spread the word about GS to my network and have them help contribute."
Katelyn is an AMAZING example of a Girl Scout who continues to innovate new ways to give back to the program that helped her become the ultimate G.I.R.L! We're thankful to Katelyn for all that she does!
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EXTRA EXTRA! BIG NEWS AT CAMP!
Want to know what the new Aquatics Center means for girls? Check out
Troop 3389, teen Girl Scouts who can't wait to lead their Girl Scout sisters through new water programming at Day Camp in the ADA-compliant pool!
There's still time for YOU to get involved!
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Connect with Girl Scouts by getting involved! To get learn more, or to get notifications of episodic volunteer opportunities in the future, email VirginiaPennington@gsksmo.org!
- Join us on LinkedIn!
- NOW - September - Bring a Prospective Girl Scout to a G.I.R.L. Event!
- It's all about unleashing STRONG as a Girl Scout. We invite you to our family friendly NEW G.I.R.L. events for girls curious about Girl Scouting. Check our Events tab on Facebook to find an event near you.
- NOW - Girl Scout Journey Volunteers
- We are seeking volunteers to help deliver "Program on Demand" opportunities. Interested volunteers will receive training and lead Journey programs for Brownie & Junior Girl Scouts. Contact JoeyWhite@gsksmo.org
- NOW - October - Be GS Strong with a FREE Yard Sign!
- Show your GS pride with a yard sign! These signs will help us recruit new Girl Scouts and show them they have a strong community of support. Contact prdept@gsksmo.org to get yours.
- September 15 - United Way Day of Caring
- Our friends at the United Way of Greater Kansas City have their schedule set and encourages Girl Scouts to come be a part of this important day of service! United Way Day of Caring events are happening across our council. We encourage you to reach out to your local United Way and ask how your Girl Scouts can get involved. Team up with community leaders, campaign coordinators, nonprofit partners and volunteers across the region to demonstrate what's possible when our entire community gets involved! unitedwaygkc.galaxydigital.com
- October 16 - Chelsea Clinton New Book Launch Event - Save the Date
- More details coming soon, but stay tuned for an exciting opportunity to join us for a special event with Rainy Day Books & Chelsea Clinton!
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Show You're Girl Scout STRONG!
Our shop is stocked with everything YOU need to have an awesome GS year. Whether you're a proud alum, Girl Scout parent or supporter, there's something for you in our Girl Scout Shop. Check out some of our new items!
Shop Hours & Location
Mon & Tues - 9a - 5:30p; Thurs 11a - 7p
8383 Blue Parkway Dr., Kansas City, MO 64133
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