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Introduce girls to new experiences that show them they're capable of more than they ever imagined. Whether you can give a day, a few weeks, or the whole year, it all starts with you. Be the role model she’ll always remember.
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You don't want to miss this annual festival!
Get ready to have a spook-tacular time at Camp Creepy held at Camp Redwing, Hawthorne Ridge, and Conshatawba this October! Enjoy Halloween-themed games, crafts, and activity stations, created and staffed by sister Girl Scouts.
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Stay Patched In this Month
Don't miss any information on all of the events and opportunites happening in our council in August! From updates to the VTK, new program content, and National S'mores Day, this month's edition of Patched In is jam-packed with things you'll want to know.
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GIRL SCOUTS: FOR HER, BY HER
In a world full of boys’ clubs, Girl Scouts gives her one of her own. Here she is never a co-star, always the lead. Our one-of-a-kind programing and all-girl, girl-led environment is the single best place for her to learn, grow, and thrive. It’s been proven time and again. Learn more about the Girl Scout Difference.
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Learn more about what it takes to "go Gold"
Aiming to earn the highest award in Girl Scouting? Come explore the project requirements of the Girl Scout Gold Award through this informative webinar. You'll see examples of successful Take Action projects, brainstorm ideas for your own, and get answers to all of your questions. You can do this!
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Upcoming Events
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Animal Rehab Rescuers! 08-24-18
Start: Fri Aug 24 2018, 5:00 PM EST
End: Fri Aug 24 2018, 7:00 PM EST
Location: Humane Animal Rescue Wildlife Center, 6000 Verona Rd., Verona, PA, 15147, USA
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Outdoor Skills Training - Hollidaysburg 08-26-18
Start: Sun Aug 26 2018, 9:00 AM EST
End: Sun Aug 26 2018, 4:00 PM EST
Location: Canoe Creek State Park, Pavilion 1, 205 Canoe Creek Rd, Hollidaysburg, PA, 16648, United States
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New Leader Training - St Marys - 08-26-18
Start: Sun Aug 26 2018, 5:00 PM EST
End: Sun Aug 26 2018, 7:00 PM EST
Location: N Michael St, Saint Marys, PA, 15857, USA
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National S'mores Day - Firefly 08-26-18
Start: Sun Aug 26 2018, 6:00 PM EST
End: Sun Aug 26 2018, 8:00 PM EST
Location: Cecil Park, Pavilion #3, 3599 Millers Run Road, Cecil Township, PA, 15231, USA
News
Thirty New Girl Scout Badges Now Available to Power Girl Leadership in Key 21st Century Issues
17 Jul 2018
Girl Scouts Western Pennysylvania and Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) today reveals 30 new badges now available exclusively for girls ages 5–18 that not only enhance the one-of-a-kind Girl Scout experience, but also address some of society’s most pressing needs
A letter from Patricia A. Burkart, CEO of GSWPA
24 Jun 2018
As a friend of GSWPA, you have likely followed the news about Boy Scouts' name change and the admission of girls into their organization. You may have also encountered the confusion this media coverage has caused about the current and future state of our organization.
Girl Scouts across western Pennsylvania receive highest honor
05 Jun 2018
Girl Scouts of Western Pennsylvania congratulates 87 Girl Scouts on earning the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest achievement in Girl Scouting. Cumulatively, these girls logged nearly 7,000 hours designing and implementing service projects.
