FREE Troop/Group Programs
If you are in the Twin Cities area, read on for how you can schedule a free international program to come to your troop meeting, encampment, day camp, etc. Read more about the presenter.
What: Several ready-to-go programs or tailored programs for your group
When: Evenings after 4:30 or weekends
Where: St. Paul/East Metro during the week – other locations available on weekends
Cost: FREE!
You provide:
- Meeting space
- Adults to assist with supervision and management
- (Optional) Snacks tied to program
I provide:
- Everything else!
(I also hope to have the programs on this site in downloadable format so volunteers can deliver them on their own. Subscribe via e-mail at right and you will be notified when this happens.)
Four World Centers “Tour” for Brownies
Time: One Hour
Number of girls: 6-35
Take a trip to the different World Centers of Girl Scouting/Girl Guiding and do a fun activity from each country. Think about which World Center you would like to visit someday. This program is designed for exploration rather than earning a specific Try-It, though many leaders have applied the requirements to different Try-Its of their choosing. Many troops choose to supplement this program with a special snack.
Global Awareness Badge for Juniors
Time: 2 1/2 hours (can do in more than one session)
Number of girls: 5-20
Examine the problem of world hunger through the point of view of a Girl Guide from another country. Think hard about what we can all do together to help solve this problem. Learn a lot about Girl Scouting/Girl Guiding in other countries! Designed to complete the Global Awareness badge.
World Neighbors Badge for Juniors
Time: One hour
Number of girls: 6-35
Learn about about other girls from around the world. Take a trip to the Girl Scout World Centers while you learn a little language, a little culture, and have a lot of fun! Designed to earn the World Neighbors badge as well as to provide exposure to the World Centers.
Tailored Programs for Any Age/Group
I am an experienced activity leader for many age levels and group sizes. What do you have in mind? How about one of my specialties – Spanish language and culture, trip planning, exploring India, anything Mexico . . . let me know!
