
Organize an activity with your girl, troop, or service unit at a time, date, or place that works for your schedule.
Check out our Girl Scout Discovery Packs, quarterly activity boxes delivered to your doorstep! Or, rent a Program Kit (Coming soon!) from one of our council offices to hold your own troop or service unit event at a time and location of your choice. You can also schedule your own adventure with one of our Program Partners listed below.
What is a Girl Scout Discovery Pack?
Available exclusively for Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania members, the Girl Scout Discovery Pack is a self-paced activity box full of Girl Scout fun and goodies delivered to your doorstep. Each box will have a specific theme and include three to four hands-on challenges with an age-specific guide and other fun items. Please see the activity listing for more details and cost.
Choose your own adventure at a time that works best for your troop. A Program Partner is a business or group in your community that offers amazing programs and benefits just for Girl Scouts. While these programs aren’t run by council staff, our Program Partners who offer them may offer discounts or relate their program to Girl Scout badges. Plus, they meet all safety requirements. Program Partners take all questions directly about the event—as well as registrations. Be sure to check back often as this list will be updated quarterly.
1000 Ross Park Mall Dr.
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Led by both business-focused managers and merchandising managers, the store team hosts groups to teach about the different categories of running a storefront and what it takes to be successful in a business. In addition to learning new business vocabulary, how to problem solve in specific situations, and different components of merchandising, you'll have an opportunity to try on new and exclusive merchandise! If there is a specific badge your troop is looking to complete or a category you want to learn about, we can easily alter the topics of the event to achieve your troop’s goals.
Grades 6-12 | 916-303-3424 | elhioco@gmail.com
562 Camp Horne Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Humane Helpers: Troops who are interested in making a difference in the lives of animals are invited to become Humane Helpers for Animal Friends. Girls can choose from a variety of ways to contribute to the shelter dogs, cats, and rabbits, including organizing community supply drives, crafting enrichment toys for bunnies and kitties, or making blankets for dogs. Troops can request a special donation drop-off experience at the shelter in acknowledgment of their service.
All Ages | 412-8477092 | lwoge@ThinkingOutsideTheCage.org | website
Ohio Township Nature Center
325 Nicholson Road
Sewickley, PA 15143
Baker's Dozen Academy offers a baking and dessert preparation class. Our unique program encourages creativity, while "whipping up" loads of fun all in a safe environment! Our young chefs will proudly take home their amazing desserts to their families. Girl Scouts earn a fun patch.
All ages | 724-272-6242 | info@bakersdozenacademy.com | website
1 Allegheny Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
The Carnegie Science Center offers a wide variety of programming designed to help Girl Scouts of all ages earn badges! We offer badge workshops here at the museum that include hands-on activities and engaging lessons. Check our website for the most up-to-date workshop offerings and program details.
All Ages | 412-237-1622 | wattsa@carnegiesciencecenter.org | website
31 Donati Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15241
You're invited to a fun-filled music class that the whole troop or family can enjoy! If you are new to Children's Music Academy of Greater Pittsburgh, you may be wondering what we are all about. We invite you to join us for a music class so that you can experience CMA for yourself. We encourage you to come as a troop or a family! We are a parent participation program and request that an adult attends with the child. Parent involvement encourages musical togetherness and play and is key to a child’s musical growth! The small-group setting of CMA classes is fun and supportive and naturally draws children into the learning activities. Activities are fast-paced, incorporating games, stories, songs, dances, and ensemble playing, all within a nurturing and holistic environment. They may involve a variety of musical instruments including keyboard, recorder, glockenspiel, guitar, and various percussion instruments. Our curriculum fosters the development of memory, math, creative, self-discipline, and leadership skills. Girl Scouts can earn their Musician badge.
Grades K-5 | 412-385-5160 | mm.music520@gmail.com | website
281 Corliss St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
We provide school supplies for students and their teachers in low-income schools in southwestern Pennsylvania. Education Partnership is well-positioned to meet the ever-changing needs of the 157 local schools in the 8 counties we serve through our Teacher Resource Center, STEAM Lending Library, and Adopt-A-School Programs. Volunteer your time. Take part in our programs for schools or collect supplies. We make it easy for individuals, families, and organizations to make a difference in local students’ lives. Topics for badges or patches include STEM, life skills, financial literacy, and relationships.
Grades 4-12 | 412-922-6500 | Stacy@TheEducationPartnership.org | website
327 Craft Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Volunteer together at a Girls on the Run 5K event—from cheer teams to water stations to handing out medals at the finish line and more—there are numerous ways for you to help bring this joyful end-of-season celebration to life!
Grades 6-12 | 412-641-5682| keanekh3@upmc.edu | website
1050 N Flaugherty Run Rd.
Moon Township, PA 15108
Havens Hideout Ranch offers Girl Scouts the opportunity to earn their Junior Horseback Riding badge. 30-minute and 50-minute horseback rides along real trails are additionally available. Call to schedule this unique and rewarding experience.
Grades 4-12 | 719-371-3919 | havenshideout@gmail.com | website
University of Pittsburgh
Fifth & Bellefield Avenues
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Girl Scout Patch Program at Heinz Memorial Chapel: Here's how to earn the Heinz Memorial Chapel patch the Girl Scout way:
1. Discover - Set up a visit to discover the history represented in Heinz Memorial Chapel at the University of Pittsburgh
2. Connect - Learn more about historical figures and neo-gothic architecture.
3. Take Action - Bring the knowledge you gain from this experience to other girls.
All Ages | 412-624-4157 | heinzchapel@pitt.edu | website
5430 Dyke St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15207
Industrial Arts Workshop provides an introduction to welding and metalworking techniques through art making. Students will learn the basics of welding before they are able to complete individual artistic projects.
Grades 9-12 | 724-433-2189 | maura.bainbridge@iawpgh.org | website
114 Drake Drive
Wexford, PA 15090
Learn about international cuisine while learning about the world! In addition to making every dish from scratch, girls will "travel" to the country of each dish's origin. They'll learn the language, culture, infamous sites, geography, and dance.
All Ages | 412-944-2469 | izabellasgourmetchow@gmail.com | website
North Park
303 Pearce Mill Road
Allison Park PA 15101
L.L.Bean's Outdoor Discovery Programs offer a wide variety of customizable outdoor courses. Our programs include 90-minute discovery courses, three-hour tours, and advanced skills courses. We offer custom courses to Girl Scouts at a non-profit rate and will work with your troop individually to accomplish your goals and accommodate your needs.
Grades 4-12 | 888-552-5571 | wputnam@llbean.com | website
1248 Evergreen Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Badge workshops are available for Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors.
Grades K-8 | 412-779-0123 | amanda@madsciencepgh.com | website
803 Liberty Avenue
Pittsburgh. PA 15222
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust offers programming ranging from the EQT Children's Theater Festival to the PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh series to workshops and classes. Theater is a great outing for a troop fostering imagination through creative, high-quality, professional theater performances from around the world. Troops save on ticket prices and specific events will be added throughout the year. Cultural District, Children's Festival, and show-specific patches are available for purchase with any Girl Scout group. Shows offer different themes that can be applied to a badge including theater, creative arts, and performance.
All Ages | 412-471-6930 | GroupSales@TrustArts.org | website
2425 Liberty Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Pittsburgh Opera creates live opera at the highest standards of artistic excellence. It produces six full-scale productions per year as well as many smaller concerts with exclusive discounts and opportunities, such as backstage tours, available to Girl Scouts.
Grades 2-12 | 412-281-0912 | wparkulo@pittsburghopera.org | website
3000 Gateway Campus Blvd
Monroeville PA, 15146
Quasics travels to Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania troop meetings to run free STEM badge workshops for all levels of Girl Scouts. Workshops are led by high school robotics team members. Girls can earn various STEM badges from all levels.
All Ages | 412-334-1822 | coach.seanmcmahon@gmail.com | website
3706 Butler Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
We offer First Aid and CPR classes as well as Babysitting Safety Courses. We offer classes at our training location in Pittsburgh (Lawrenceville) or can come onsite to your location to conduct group classes. We have all in-person classes or the option of blended learning (part online and part in-person). We are also a national distributor of AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators).
Grades 6-12 | 724-779-2278 | kevin@sq1med.com | website
western Pennsylvania
SurfSUP Adventures provides Girl Scouts with standup paddleboarding adventures throughout western Pennsylvania. Trip options include eco-tours, group events, lessons, glow-light paddles, and more!
Grades 2-12 | 724-989-7259 | ian@surfsupadventures.com | website
351 American Way
Cranberry Twp, PA 16066
Offers programs where Girl Scouts complete climbing badges or any outdoor/indoor sports requirements.
All Ages | 724-591-2355 | bunnym@urbanair103.com | website
120 South Grant Ave.
Kittanning, PA 16201
Climb aboard the Armstrong Conservation District's traveling exhibit, the MED (Mobile Environmental Display), modeled after the Carnegie Science Center’s popular "H2Oh! Why Our Rivers Matter" exhibit. Visitors to the MED will be able to interact with 10 displays for hands-on scientific enrichment. With adult supervision and transportation, troops can also go on a geocaching adventure and explore the ACD W.A.T.E.R GeoTrail! As girls find each cache on the trail, they write down the code word on the corresponding line on the map to receive their very own limited edition GeoCoin. Troops can also test their decomposition knowledge with the Litter IQ Board and engage in environmental lessons and discussions about how long our trash will be around, thus inspiring them to help keep Pennsylvania beautiful.
All Ages | 724-548-3425 | bmemmonds@co.armstrong.pa.us | website
2070 Interchange Rd #305
Erie, PA 16565
Exclusively for Girl Scout troops seeking a fun group activity or to earn the Cadette Skill-Building badge. This two-hour program gives the girls all they need to earn their Skill-Building badge or a fun patch as well as a broad understanding of the sport and the experience to enjoy the lifetime sport of archery. Pricing is $20 per student. The minimum group size is six and the maximum is 24.
Grades 2-12 | 814-923-7093 | timc@archeryencountersllc.com | website
4105 Asbury Rd.
Erie, PA 16506
Asbury Woods has many opportunities for Girl Scouts. These include a low-ropes course, badge-related activities, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, hiking, and scout days. All badge-related activities can be found here.
All Ages | 814-836-6178 | sbennett@asburywoods.org | website
221 Waterford Street Route 6N
Edinboro, PA 16412
We offer special educational programs for children of all ages that focus on the importance of plants and nature. We also offer volunteer and service project opportunities. For more information, please visit our website.
All Ages | 814-734-6699 | andrew.sipple@goodellgardens.org | website
Presque Isle State Park
1 Peninsula Drive
Erie, PA 16505
We have a wide variety of canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, and row boats for rent. ACA-certified instructors are available for instruction, lessons, and tours. Tours showcase Presque Isle's over 600 years of biological succession. We focus on local wildlife and the ecology of the area, while also touching on the history of the peninsula. Special rates are available for Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania. We will accommodate programs for badges where applicable.
Grades 4-12 | 814-450-4144 | Presqueislepaddlesports@gmail.com | website
8091 Peach St
Erie, PA 16509
2022 Scout Discount Days at Splash Lagoon: Full-day admission is $24.95 per person with a group reservation of 15 swimmers or more, valid on July 7, 2022; July 14, 2022; July 21, 2022; or July 28, 2022. Full-day admission is $29.95 per person with a group reservation of 15 swimmers or more valid on July 16, 2022; July 17, 2022. Group reservations must be made at least 48 hours prior to arrival at Splash Lagoon. A limited number of group reservations are available for each day. To reserve, please call 814-868-9559 or toll-free, 866-377-5274.
All Ages | 814-868-9559 | ashlies@visitscott.com | website
2334 Oakland Ave.
Indiana, PA 15701
American Eagle is willing to customize events and activities at our store for troops.
Grades 4-12 | 724-349-3986 | gapshesmorgan1@gmail.com
10829 Rt. 422
Shelocta, PA 15774
Our agency offers free tobacco, alcohol, other drugs, and gambling prevention programs and activities for students in grades K-12. Lessons are all age-appropriate and discuss healthy choices, peer pressure refusal, conflict resolution, and how substances negatively affect the body. Operation Prevention program educates kids on medication safety and opioids and is eligible for Girl Scouts to earn a Red Ribbon patch through the DEA.
All Ages | 814-226-6350 | jnorthey@aicdac.org | website
Exploration and Innovation Station
1745 Frew Mill Rd., Ste. 7
New Castle, PA 16101
We offer STEAM activities, AG and nutrition education, gardening fun, hydroponics, and nature exploration. We've worked with area troops to develop several different Girl Scout badge programs that can be offered by staff.
All Ages | 724-944-4624 | kgreen@lccap.org | website
1145 Fayette-New Wilmington Road
Volant, PA 16156
We offer a variety of programs and can tailor them to fit your badge needs or girls’ athletic ability/interests. For full details please visit our website. Please, for safety issues, no tag-a-longs are allowed. Since we are a working farm, not all areas are suitable for those with physical handicaps or wheelchairs, though we do our best to accommodate where we can. Individual Girl Scouts will receive a 10% discount on their first lesson or lesson package. Girls can work towards all horse-related badges/patches.
All Ages | 724-946-2399 | info@neshannock.com | website
134 North Mercer Street, Studio 122
New Castle, PA 16101
We offer Grooming and Etiquette Workshops. The grooming and appearance classes cover "head to toe" body care, first impressions, proper dress attire, and general hygiene. Manners and Etiquette classes cover public behavior, table manners, telephone manners, introductions, and social interactions. All workshops include literature, demonstrations, and visual aids.
All Ages | 412-537-8245 | trymern@aol.com
417 Milledgeville Road
Hadley, PA 16130
Small educational farmstead that offers a variety of programs centered around homesteading and survival skills. The farm even has goats who are trained as hikers and can do short hikes with troops while the goats carry some of their gear or their lunches. We will work directly with troops interested in badges.
All Ages | 724-866-4149 | swallywaleff@gmail.com | website
753 Greenville Road
Mercer, PA 16137
Munnell Run Farm, located in Mercer, PA, boasts 163 acres of farmland, woodlands, wetlands, and more. We offer a variety of educational programming for all ages throughout the year. Our program topics include PA wildlife, stream ecology, sustainability, orienteering, and more. Various badge/patch topics available.
All Ages | 724-662-2242 | kmarini@mcc.co.mercer.pa.us
499 N Hermitage Road, Suite B
Hermitage, PA 16148
We offer tours to Savannah or anywhere in the US or Canada. Some of the attractions offer badges and/or patches
All Ages | 724-342-4546 | timm@premiertourandtravel.com | website
254 Deer Valley Drive
Fort Hill, PA 15540
Staff provide a variety of activities sure to meet the girls’ interests—both indoor and outdoor activities.
All Ages | 814-662-4031 | deervalley@ymcapgh.org | website
6424 Lincoln Highway
Stoystown, PA 15563
Looking to work with troops to build programs they can complete whenever they visit.
All Ages | 814-341-6763 | dmiller@flight93nationalmemorial.org | website
1386 Smith Township State Road
Burgettstown, PA 15021
Sunni Bell Stables offers private Girl Scout events which include horseback riding and horse education. Girls can work towards Pets and riding badges.
All Ages | 412-973-4727 | sunnybell84@yahoo.com
224 Hedgedus Road
Scottdale, PA 15683
We offer on-farm events, kids camps, workshops, and classes.
Grades K-8 | 724-797-1208 | autumnridgefarm224@gmail.com | website
2244 Manordale Dr.
Export, PA 15632
We offer opportunities for Girl Scouts to learn about and interact with a therapy dog team. I am the handler of LiLi of the Laurel Highlands, my nine-year-old yellow lab, who has been a certified ATD (Alliance of Therapy Dogs) Therapy Dog for seven years. She is also an AKC (American Kennel Club) Trick Dog who has achieved three out of the five possible levels of performance. We typically go to libraries, schools, senior centers, and support groups, and do presentations for a variety of community organizations.
All Ages | 412-973-3521 | pghdoula@gmail.com
121 Summit Dr.
Irwin, PA 15642
I can adapt my program to help the girls earn badges by focusing on the issues required. I can focus on how modern companies try to create products that protect the environment and work to give back to social issues. There can be topics like how to operate your own business, keep a budget, and market to customers. Other topics could be comparison shopping to get the best deal. Badge topics include Women's Health, Business Owner, Eco Advocate, Marketing, Entrepreneur, Comparison Shopping, and Give Back.
All Ages | 412-817-4842 | sbone@comcast.net | website
5853 Washington Ave.
Export, PA 15632
We offer craft maker space for creative projects and community service projects. We can offer older girl award sponsorship. We offer many badge topics including jewelry, business, outdoor art, etc.
All Ages | 724-900-6638 | vpaulisick@gmail.com | website
4961 Pittsburgh Avenue
Erie, PA 16509
We offer three Emergency Preparedness programs, one for girls in grades K-2, one for girls in grades 3-5, and one for girls in grades 6-8.
Grades K-8 | 814-240-7598 | geoffrey.domowicz@redcross.org | website
Fayette, Greene, Wahington, Westmoreland, and Allegheny Counties
Live insect presentations are available for summer camps and/or individual troop meetings! 1-1 1/2-hour live bug presentations, providing informational facts about each insect/arachnid and time to interact with bugs.
All Ages | 724-562-2800 | marygme1@hotmail.com
540 Central Ave.
Johnstown, PA 15902
STEM activities for grades 6 through 12. Career exploration, high-priority occupations, and employer exposure. Activities include learning labs, tech tours, tech talks, and job shadowing opportunities.
Grades 6-12 | 814-410-9254 | pharrington@gogoodwill.org | website
7703 William Penn Hwy
Huntingdon, PA 16652
Fascinating, educating, and inspiring Girl Scouts of all ages about the underground world for over 30 years by providing activities that are both engaging and educational. Programs include GSUSA badge programs as well as Lincoln Caverns' own patch programs, suitable for all age levels. Pre-scheduled events are available for smaller troops in the spring, summer, and fall. Larger troops may plan their own event at any time. Join the Scout Leaders’ Area on our website for more information. Girl Scouts can work toward Brownie Eco-Friend, Letterboxer, and WOW Journey, and Junior Geocacher and Animal Habitats. Patch Programs include Daisy, Brownie & Junior Geology Rocks, Going Batty, and Cave Explorer, and Girl Scout Teen Geology, Directions Matter, Going Batty, and Cave Explorer.
All Ages | 814-643-0268 | ann@lincolncaverns.com | website
1 Concho Rd. 25879
Oak Hill, WV 25901
We offer high-adventure outdoor activities, as well as STEM outdoor education trips and the Wonderland Water Park. You'll find budget-friendly lodging along with meals and activities.
All Ages | 304-469-0130 | acasto@aceraft.com | website
25 Silopanna Road
Annapolis, MD 21403
We offer badge and Journey workshops on Zoom and in-person. View our website for full details.
All Ages | 410-990-1993 | debbie@theccm.org | website
700 L'Enfant Plaza SW
Washington, DC 20024
Calling All Girl Scouts: Come see what the International Spy Museum has to offer! Troops can discover the world's largest collection of international espionage-related artifacts on public display and engage either on-site or virtually through our exclusive Girl Scout programming. Girls can work toward their Detective badge or Special Agent badge.
Grades 2-12 | 202-654-0987 | lmueller@spymuseum.org | website
1100 Spaatz Street
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433
Throughout February and March, the National Museum of the United States Air Force has special discounted rates on the attractions around the museum to further heighten and enrich the visit of the Girl Scouts that come through our doors.
All Ages | 937-751-1580 | nbuerschen@afmuseum.com | website
465 Lodge Drive
Wheeling, WV 26003
We offer multiple programs throughout the year geared towards the different age groups. They are two-hour-long workshops, some of which are badge-related and others not. All take place at the zoo and involve animals and/or nature.
All Ages | 304-582-6727 | csnyder@oglebay.com | website
900 Jefferson Ave., Box Building A, 7th Floor
Redwood City, CA 94063
Girls embrace entrepreneurial thinking as they create real-world solutions to today’s challenges. BUILD's Thriving Communities Design Challenge invites youth to use Design Thinking to answer: How might we build powerful, thriving communities where everyone enjoys safety, wellness, and economic freedom. Programming includes 10 hours of curriculum accessed through any wi-fi-enabled device, accompanying guidebooks, and an engaging, relevant curriculum for both troop and individual use. Girls can work toward Entrepreneurship badges/Take Action Project Planning.
Grades 9-12 | 571-243-1152 | bcostanzo@build.org | website
1340 Queen St. NE
Washington, DC 20002
Claster Educational Services offers virtual workshops for Seniors and Ambassadors on college planning and admissions. These events are aligned with the College Knowledge and Financing My Future badge requirements and are aimed at helping girls use their Girl Scout experience to inform their college search and strengthen their college applications.
Grades 9-12 | 202-368-1888 | becky@clastereducation.com | website
Ontario, Canada
Provides Girl Scouts with a unique online chess education program that combines both critical thinking skills and key life skills to promote confidence in girls. We are committed to helping girls grow their confidence by teaching them chess strategy and its applications, how to pivot when mistakes are made, and by encouraging them to take chances and not be afraid to think outside the box. As girls earn their Girl Boss Chess patch and charms, progressing from level to level, we are excited to build a community of Girl Scouts, who turn to chess, not only as a fun sport, but also as a metaphor for life.
All Ages | 647-667-1408 | ingrid@girlbosschess.com | website
10960 Frankstown Road
Penn Hills, PA 15235
Offering an opportunity for Girl Scouts to have intergenerational communications with our residents. We will provide materials needed for Girl Scouts to complete crafts with community members. The children will work with our residents and staff to complete crafts.
All Ages | 412-241-7080 | thpalmer@alleghenyplace.com
1320 Green Tree Rd.
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
We're looking for Girl Scouts to come and visit our facility. We're interested in helping girls obtain their badges but would also love to have them help with an activity like arts/crafts, sing-a-longs, card games, and so forth.
All Ages | 412-571-1300 | jen.jasper@junipercommunities.com
194 Swinderman Road
Wexford, PA 15090
Our activity department works with adults who either reside in our nursing home or individuals who participate in short-term rehabilitation services. Through the use of music, arts, nature, and faith, we encourage people to view themselves positively. Our activities also include sports, games, and pet visits. Girl Scouts can participate alongside our clients in a way that promotes teamwork, kindness, learning, and creative thinking. Topics for badges or patches include arts, public speaking, community involvement, patriotism, and pets.
All Ages | 724-935-3781 | kmgoldstrom@savasc.com
501 Center New Texas Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
Intergeneration opportunities include technical assistance for residents with phones, iPads, or PCs, gardening such as flower planting for spring, summer activities such as picnics, and yard clean-up for fall. Task opportunities are based on badge needs and assisting residents.
All Ages | 412-795-5617 | tarnold@srcare.org
3671 Brodhead Road
Monaca, PA 15061
We're looking for local troops to come into our Senior Citizen building and do projects with the residents. The types of projects and dates can be up to the troop leader. In the past, we've held holiday parties, games/crafts, bingo nights, and more.
All Ages | 412-974-8315 | depacesfaces@gmail.com
400 Park Manor
Butler, PA 16001
We can partner Girl Scouts with residents on different community service opportunities including planting flowers, intergenerational programs (i.e. assistance with mobile phones and tablets), assistance with pet walkers, and resident appreciation events.
Grades 9-12 | 724-283-3661 | bdunmyre@srcare.org
1021 Walton Rd.
Jeannette, PA 15644
We're looking to start an "Adopt a Grandparent" program with a local Girl Scout troop. We're looking for the girls to do crafts and plant a vegetable garden and flower garden to name a few events.
Grades 4-12 | 724-519-3700 | ss.acticities@williampenncc.com
Are you, or do you know of an organization that would be a great program partner? If you would like your organization listed for troops to schedule their own programs, please fill out our Program Partner Website Listing application. If you are interested in partnering with us to offer a Girl Scout council-sponsored event listed on our Event List, please fill out our Program Partner Council Sponsored Event application. For additional questions, email us at customercare@gswpa.org.
Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania has developed its first Council’s Own Badge! A Legacy of Conservation is a new badge for Girl Scout Cadettes that celebrates an important local, historical figure.
Rachel Carson was a prolific biologist, writer, and one of the founders of the modern environmental movement—and she was born and raised right here in western Pennsylvania!
The Legacy of Conservation badge encourages girls to get outside while teaching girls about environmental stewardship.
Through the work to earn the badge, girls can explore the outdoors, learn how to study environmental health through hands-on science, and discover ways to quantitatively find out their own environmental impact.
Download the badge requirements to get your Cadettes started on this unique program.
Badges are available for purchase through our council shops.
Questions? Contact us at customercare@gswpa.org, subject line Council’s Own Badge.
Coming soon! We are currently updating our Program Kits to create new and enriching experiences for your Girl Scouts.
To ensure the safety of our members, sites and facilities offering "high-adventure" activities must provide a Certificate of Liability Insurance as evidence that they carry the required amount of liability coverage. High-adventure activities are listed on the Trip and High Adventure Activity Application found below.
Certain high-adventure facilities and campgrounds also require a staff safety check with the facility manager. For this reason, advanced notice is required for new sites to be approved.
Girl Scouts are not permitted to use high-adventure sites or facilities that do not have a valid Certificate of Liability Insurance on file with Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania.
List of Insured Sites & Facilities
Having trouble accessing the list above? View it here.
To request a Certificate of Liability Insurance from high-adventure facilities, stables, and bus/transportation companies, please download the Certificate of Insurance Request Letter.
If you already have a COI for a high adventure facility, please submit it along with the facility information using the Certificate of Insurance Submission Form.
To request a copy of GSWPA's certificate of insurance for an outside organization, such as a school or church where a troop may hold meetings, complete the Certificate of Insurance Request Form.
Certain high-adventure facilities and campgrounds also require a staff safety check with the facility manager. For this reason, advanced notice is required for new sites to be approved. Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for final approval to occur. To make arrangements, contact customer care at customercare@gswpa.org or 800-248-3355.
For questions concerning Certificate of Liability Insurance or troop liability insurance issues, contact customer care at customercare@gswpa.org or 800-248-3355.
Did you know there are 56 state parks and forests in western Pennsylvania? It's true! That's 56 places to bike, hike, camp and make amazing memories with your family or troop.
Check out the map below to see all the state parks located within our council. To see the parks based on what they offer (campgrounds, hiking trails, boating, etc.), click on "See full map" below and click on the amenity/activity you're interested in.