2024-2025 Inspire Discovery

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June-Sept. 2025

Inspire Discovery Registration Opens May 6

Spring Renewal

What are the benefits of Early Registration? Take Advantage of Our Incentive Program

All Girl Scouts who renew their membership by June 30 will receive a fun patch for the 2026 Spring Renewal. Additional incentives will include council-sponsored events and raffles to participate in troop activities. Register for Council Programs and Troop Field Trips Knowing who is returning in your troop helps you and your leader register accurately for council programs and field trips. This also helps budget how your troop will use cookie proceeds and gets your troop ready for Treats & Reads in the fall. You’re Ready to Kickback and Relax Finally, you and your Girl Scout can enjoy your summer knowing another great Girl Scout year is about to begin!

Register In Five Easy Steps! 1. Visit myGS: mygs.girlscouts.org 2. Click on My Account to sign in 3. On the left side, click on My Household 4. Scroll down and select the Girl Scout(s) you want to renew 5. Click the renew button

Before you checkout, you can request financial scholarship. As a reminder, only parents/caregivers can request this.

GIRL SCOUTS USA EASTERN MISSOURI

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YOUR YEAR OF ADVENTURE RENEWAL INCENTIVES

Renew Today! Renew memberships starting April 1 by scanning the QR code or visiting girlscoutsem.org/renew * Financial Scholarships available

• 15% off GSEM Shop Discount (Redeemable May 1 - June 30) April 1-30 ADULT INCENTIVES

GIRL INCENTIVES

April 1-June 30

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• Your Year of

YOUR YEAR OF ADVENTURE SPRING RENEWAL 2026

GIRLSCOUTSUSA EASTERN MISSOURI

Adventure Patch

• Pool Party

(First 75 girls, one at each Girl Scout Camp)

TROOP INCENTIVES Troops must have 60% of girls renewed in order to be placed in troop raffles

June 1-30

April 1-30

• Canoeing/Playaking/ Paddleboat Experience (3 troop winners) • Movie Night (1 winner) • Private Badge Workshop (1 winner) May 1-31

• Orienteering

• Early Cookie Booth

(3 troop winners) • Private Badge Workshop (1 troop winner) • Horse Back Riding (1 troop winner)

Sign-Up 80% Renewal *Troop must also participate in Treats & Reads 2025

• Low Ropes Course (3 troop winners) • Private Badge Workshop (1 winner) • Your Choice Adventure (1 winner) 1. St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station 2. Scavenger Hunt 3. Endangered Wolf Sanctuary

• Your Choice Adventure (1 winner)

1. St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station 2. Scavenger Hunt 3. Endangered Wolf Sanctuary

DISTRICT INCENTIVES

April 1-June 30 NEIGHBORHOOD INCENTIVES

April 1-June 30

YOUR 2025-2026 YEAR OF GIRL SCOUTING BEGINS!

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• Girl Scout Game Night Kit for Districts that

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Neighborhoods that Renew 60% of Girls

Renew 50% of Girls

Are you ready to accept your quest, Girl Scout? Complete your 2026 membership renewal and unlock amazing incentives, with a special option for troops to select their own adventure!

G I R L S C O UT S US A E A S T E RN M I S SO U R I

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Climbing Wall and Zipline

Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at Camp Fiddlecreek!

This is the perfect activity for troops looking for a high adventure experience or a unique bonding activity. The climbing wall and zipline are open to any troop or individual Girl Scout. Participants are also welcome to pack a picnic and enjoy the other activities at Camp Fiddlecreek like climbing on the spider net, taking a hike or playing GaGa ball.

The climbing wall and zipline are operated by trained facilitators who assist Girl Scouts on their memorable outing. Participants must climb the wall in order to zipline.

Grades 2-12, adults Dates: May 4, 11, 17, 18, 24 June 1, 14, 15 July 13, 20, 27

Individuals or groups can register for a 90-minute session, which has a 10-person limit. Troops who exceed the 10-person limit can choose two time slots. If a Girl Scout is registering to attend as an individual, an adult must accompany them to camp and be present during the program. Adults are welcome to register and participate. August 2, 3, 17, 24 September 14, 21 Check-in: 10 minutes prior to scheduled time Cost: $15 per participant for a 90-minute program Registration Deadline: Two weeks before each date

For details and more information, visit girlscoutsem.org/highadventure .

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Summer 2025 Calendar

MAY

JUNE

JULY

1-31

Girl Scout Bridging Ceremonies

Overnight Camp Begins

Council Closed for Independence Day

Reflections Ceremony (Gold Award)

June-Sept. Program Registration Opens

Recognitions Celebration (Bronze and Silver Award)

Council Closed for Memorial Day

Council Closed for Juneteenth

AUGUST

SEPTEMBER Council Closed for Labor Day

1-31

Back to School & Recruitment Events

13-14 Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend

2025 Inspire Discovery Publication Online

Oct.-Jan. Program Registration Opens

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Hispanic Heritage Month Patch Program

Celebrate and Unlock A Special Patch!

September is Hispanic Heritage Month, a time when we celebrate the countless contributions that Hispanics and Latinos have made and continue to make in the United States. We honor the cultural richness of all people in the U.S. whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. GSEM Program Managers will host four virtual sessions to help Girl Scouts get started on completing the required activities. Prior to September 1, Girl Scouts will receive a box of supplies mailed to their home. The box will provide the list of requirements and activities for the virtual sessions and the patch! Virtual Programs Sept. 4: Hola, Girl Scouts: A Celebration of Spanish Language Sept. 10: Pyramids and Temples: STEM Through Ancient Eyes Sept. 16: Food Fiesta: Hispanic Cooking and Culture Sept. 22: From Mariachi to Salsa: Celebrating Hispanic Music Traditions

Questions? Contact the Answer Center at answercenter@girlscoutsem.org or 314.400.4600.

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GIRL SCOUTS LOVE STATE PARKS

Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend: Sept. 13-14

Ready to earn the Girl Scouts Love State Parks patch, but not sure where to start? Sign up for this patch program, individually or as a troop!

Participants will receive: • The digital 2025 GSEM State Park Activity Guide which includes: • A list of state parks in GSEM's jurisdiction and the Girl Scout exclusive activities they will offer on that weekend • General activities each park offers • The Girl Scouts Love State Parks patch mailed directly to homes*

Coming Soon!

The 2025 GSEM State Park Activity Guide will be emailed to all participants

*To receive the patch in the mail, participants will be asked to complete a simple survey identifying which state park they intend to visit and activities they intend to participate in.

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Program Partners

Looking for badge workshops or fun field trip ideas to do as a troop this summer? Look no further than our Program Partners! Program Partners are organizations approved to offer Girl Scout programs as a resource to members. These opportunities can be scheduled directly with the organization. Check out what our Program Partners have to offer below!

City Museum Daisy-Ambassador •

Claster Educational Services Senior and Ambassador • Offers Badge workshops aligned with Financing My Future and College Knowledge

CyberUp Brownie and Junior •

Offers discounted tickets for Girl Scouts which includes a City Museum patch

Offers Cybersecurity Badge workshop

Flip That House the Board Game University

Endangered Wolf Center Daisy-Ambassador • Offers Girl Scouts the

Gateway Arch National Park Daisy-Cadette • Offers a variety of free

Daisy-Ambassador •

Offers an array of Life Skills and Entrepreneurship Badge workshops

opportunity to learn how to be ambassadors for not only wild canids but for wildlife and ecosystems of all kinds

programs and workshops to help Girl Scouts fulfill requirements for Badges

Kennelwood Pet Resorts Daisy-Senior • Offers multiple pet-related Badges for Girl Scouts

Leftovers, etc. Daisy-Ambassador •

Mad Science of St. Louis Daisy-Junior •

Provides household and industrial resources for use in all Girl Scout Journeys and most Badge workshops

Offers hands-on workshops that come to troop's locations

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Missouri Department of Conservation Daisy-Ambassador • Conservation programs that help Girl Scouts connect with nature in a variety of ways including special events, children's programming, hands on experiences and how-to demonstrations

Photo Explorations Brownie, Junior and Ambassador • Offers workshops for photography, writing and collage for creative, self-expression and self-awareness. Non-badge workshops for Girl Scouts of all ages

Missouri Botanical Garden Daisy-Ambassador • Offers overnight experiences, troop programs and badge workshops for Girl Scouts to explore the wonders of nature

Rooted Warrior Yoga Daisy-Ambassador •

St. Louis Zoo Daisy-Cadette •

RYZE Adventure Park Daisy-Ambassador •

Teaches Girl Scouts to learn about mindfulness and how to use mindful strategies in everyday life

Girl Scout groups can book a private Badge workshop to from the list of prepared Badge programs

An aerial climbing and zipline park with over 100 climbing challenges suitable for all ages and abilities. GSEM members offered non-profit group pricing for groups of 10 or more

Sew Silly by Sharon Daisy-Ambassador •

St. Louis Cardinals Daisy-Ambassador •

Offers group sewing lessons or "Sewing the Seeds of Kindness" Girl Scout program

Offers multiple Girl Scouts Nights at the Ballpark featuring reduced ticket prices for Girl Scouts and their family/ friends and a patch for the Girl Scout

STEM the Gap Academy Daisy-Ambassador • Offers interactive virtual

classes designed to empower Girl Scouts with knowledge and help them earn STEM Badges and fun patches

The Magic House Daisy-Junior •

Upper Limits Rock Gym Daisy-Ambassador •

theCoderSchool Brownie-Ambassador •

Offers self-guided tours, private STEAM Center rentals, Girl Scout Badge workshops and Girl Scout Camp-Ins

Offers world-class indoor rock climbing

Teaches Girl Scouts different coding techniques and offers week-long camps in the summer

Z Total Body Fitness Daisy-Ambassador •

Offers Girl Scout groups a full body fitness challenge

To learn more about our Program Partners and what they offer to Girl Scouts, visit girlscoutsem.org/programpartners.

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Summer 2025

Younger Girl Programs Daisy, Brownie, Junior

Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri offers a diverse and exciting variety of programs, with in-person and virtual options. Whether Girl Scouts are ready to explore camp for the first time, take a trip with fellow Girl Scout friends, or get a head start on earning a Highest Awards, we've got the perfect program! Dive into the following pages to learn about all of the opportunities for Daisy, Brownie or Junior Girl Scouts this summer! Registration for summer programs will open on May 6, 2025.

❧ = programs eligible for Trefoil Rewards!

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June 2025 Bronze Award Training

Offered to: Junior and Adult

Grades 4-5

June 3 6-7 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 20 Reg. Deadline: May 19

This course is for Girl Scout Juniors who are interested in pursuing the Girl Scout Bronze Award. This training will allow Girl Scouts and adults to learn the steps necessary to complete their Bronze Award project and how to submit completion.

Location: Virtual

Offered to: Daisy | Brownie

Grades K-3

Pet Care with Kennelwood June 4 10-11:30 am OR 12:30-2 pm $15 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 4 Reg. Deadline: May 21 Meet the Highest Awards June 10 6-7:30 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 20 Reg. Deadline: May 26 Cadette Outdoor Journey ☙ June 13-14 9 am, Fri.-11 am, Sat. $80 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 24 Max Adults: 3 Reg. Deadline: May 30 Discovering Delmar Loop ☙ June 17 9 am-4 pm $60 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 5 Reg. Deadline: June 3

Calling all Daisy and Brownie Girl Scouts who are ready to emBARK on a paw-some journey at Kennelwood Pet Resort! Girl Scouts will tour the facility, learn how we can keep our fluffy pals in tip-top shape, and decode doggie talk with a lesson on how to read dog body language. It’s going to be pawsitively adorable!

Girl Scouts receive a fun patch.

Location: Kennelwood Train & Play Kirkwood, 10936 Manchester Rd., Kirkwood 63122

Offered to: Junior | Cadette | Senior | Ambassador | Adult

Grades 4-12

Interested in pursuing a Highest Award but not sure how to get started? Join us for a night to learn all about the Highest Awards—Bronze, Silver and Gold! When Girl Scouts focus on an issue they care about, learn the facts, and take action to make a difference in their community, they gain leadership and confidence skills that will grow with them as they continue to be changemakers in the world! Caregivers and troop leaders are welcome to attend the session.

Location: Virtual Offered to: Cadette

Grades 5-8

Learning about and caring for the outdoors helps us appreciate the world around us while learning valuable skills to become confident people. Cadettes will explore outdoors at night, go on a trail adventure, and camp in a tent. Tents, communal gear, and meals are provided by council. A required virtual, evening prep meeting will be held on Thursday, June 5. Cadettes earn their Night Owl Badge, Primitive Camper Badge, Trailblazer Badge and a portion of the Cadette Take Action Award.

Location: Greensfelder County Park—Osage Campsite, 4515 Hencken Rd., Pacific 63069

Offered to: Cadette | Senior | Ambassador

Grades 5-12

Explore one of St. Louis' historic and lively locations, full of entertainment and history. We will start the day at the library to learn about the city's culture and heritage with a local expert, then enjoy a delicious lunch at the Blueberry Hill restaurant! After our meal, we'll visit the iconic Vintage Vinyl store to learn about their history and what it's like to own a small business on the Loop. We'll close out the day with a photo scavenger hunt and refreshing ice cream at Fitz's. We'll head back to the library to go home full of food, culture, and history!

Girl Scouts receive a fun patch.

Location: University City Public Library, 6701 Delmar Blvd., University City 63130

Offered to: Junior

Grades 3-5

Junior Outdoor Journey ☙ June 27-28 5 pm, Fri.-noon, Sat. $80 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 24 Max Adults: 4 Reg. Deadline: June 13

This Journey will show Girl Scout Juniors how fun outdoor adventures can be and teach them how to care for our environment. Juniors will learn to take care of animal habitats, protect our natural spaces, and camp outside in tents. Tents, communal gear and meals provided. A required virtual, evening prep meeting will be held on Thursday, June 19. Juniors earn their Animal Habitats Badge, Camper Badge, Eco Camper Badge and a portion of the Junior Take Action Award

Location: West Tyson County Park, 131 N Outer Rd., Eureka 63025

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July 2025 Flip That House ☙ July 1 9 am-4 pm $70 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 30 Max Adults: 3 Reg. Deadline: June 17 Junior Day Camp ☙ July 8 or Aug. 5 9 am-4 pm $60 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 30 Reg. Deadline: June 24 Brownie Day Camp ☙ July 9 9 am-4 pm $60 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 30 Reg. Deadline: June 25 Bronze Award Training July 9 6-7 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 20 Reg. Deadline: June 24

Offered to: Junior | Cadette

Grades 4-8

Ever seen an outdated house get “flipped” into a modern, safe, and beautiful new space? During this program, Girl Scouts will play Flip That House The Board Game and prove that real estate isn’t just for adults! Our partners from Flip That House will lead the group through real-life scenarios that will explore financial and entrepreneurship skills in a fun way. Girl Scouts will also have the opportunity to create their dream flipped house! There will be first, second, and third prize winners for the model flipped houses and all participants will be entered into a drawing for a prize!

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Junior

Grades 4-5

Calling all Junior artists! Camp Fiddlecreek is the setting for an amazing day of creativity. Juniors earn their Art and Design Badge in between experiencing classic camp activities like swimming and hiking. With some help from our older Girl Scout friends, Juniors will learn how to unlock their artistic potential!

Juniors earn their Junior Art and Design Badge.

Location: Camp Fiddlecreek, 558 Daisy Ln., Labadie 63055

Offered to: Brownie

Grades 2-3

Head out to Camp Fiddlecreek for a day of play! Brownies will have a blast exploring camp through classic activities like swimming and crafting, as well as earning their Art and Design Badge through some fun and creative activities. Guided by older Girl Scouts, Brownies will unlock their camp creativity!

Brownies earn their Brownie Art and Design Badge.

Location: Camp Fiddlecreek, 558 Daisy Ln., Labadie 63055

Offered to: Junior and Adult

Grades 4-5

Location: Virtual

Offered to: Daisy

Grades K-1

Daisy Day Camp ☙ July 10 or Aug. 7 9 am-4 pm $60 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 30 Reg. Deadline: June 26 Girl Scouts at The Muny— Disney's Frozen ☙ July 14

Join us at Camp Fiddlecreek for a day of adventure and classic camp fun! Daisies will experience classic camp activities like swimming, arts and crafts, and sing-alongs. Guided by older Girl Scouts, this is a great introduction to camp in just one day!

Daisies earn their Daisy Art and Design Badge.

Location: Camp Fiddlecreek, 558 Daisy Ln., Labadie 63055

Meet Girl Scouts this summer at The Muny in Forest Park for their performance of Disney’s Frozen ! Girl Scouts will enjoy pre-show entertainment, dinner in Forest Park, and tickets to see the show with their fellow Girl Scout friends. Girl Scouts must attend with a registered adult, and troops must register enough adults to meet their own girl to adult ratios for outings.

6:30-10:30 pm $50 per person

Girl Scouts receive a fun patch.

Max Girl Scouts: 200 Reg. Deadline: June 16

Location: The Muny, 1 Theatre Dr., St. Louis 63112

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Offered to: Daisy

Grades PreK-1

FIRST ® LEGO ® League Discover Summer Series ☙ July 15, 16, and 17 9 am-noon

Daisies will learn through play in this introductory three-day FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL) robotics program. Their learning will be powered by LEGO® DUPLO with activities designed to harness their natural curiosity while building confidence, habits of learning, and teamwork skills.

Daisies receive a fun patch.

$60 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 16 Max Adults: 4 Reg. Deadline: July 1 St. Louis CITY SC Kickstart Camp July 20 9-11 am $10 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 150 Max Adults: 10 Reg. Deadline: July 6

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Daisy | Brownie | Junior

Grades 1-5

Get ready to kick, dribble, and score! Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri is teaming up with St. Louis CITY SC to host Kickstart Camp—an exciting introduction to the world of soccer. No experience? No problem! This camp is perfect for beginners looking to learn Soccer 101 skills in a fun and supportive environment. No gear is needed—just bring Girl Scout energy and enthusiasm! Every participant will receive a ball, water, fresh fruit, and a fun soccer patch. Join us for a day of movement, teamwork, and goal-scoring fun!

Girl Scouts receive a fun patch.

Location: Forest Park, St. Louis 63112

Offered to: Junior

Grades 3-5

Johnson's Shut-Ins Day Trip ☙ July 25 7 am-5 pm

Explore nature with us at Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park this summer! We will meet with park naturalists to learn about the area and animals, practice archery, and cool off in the river. Bus transportation and lunch is included.

$60 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 30 Max Adults: 9 Reg. Deadline: July 11

Juniors receive a fun patch.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Brownie | Junior

Grades 2-5

All About Eagles at the World Bird Sanctuary July 29 10 am-noon $10 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 50 Max Adults: 10 Reg. Deadline: July 15 Junior Cybersecurity with Ameren Aug. 6 9-11 am $10 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 30 Max Adults: 6 Reg. Deadline: July 23 August 2025

Join us for an exciting adventure at the World Bird Sanctuary! In our All About Eagles program, we will dive into the fascinating world of eagles, learning about their history, habitat, and the importance of conservation biology. In the amphitheater Girl Scouts will see a live demonstration of an eagle in flight and do a fun scavenger hunt around the sanctuary.

Girl Scouts receive a fun patch.

Location: World Bird Sanctuary, 125 Bald Eagle Ridge Rd., Valley Park 63088

Offered to: Junior

Grades 4-5

Join us for an exciting opportunity to meet the Women in Technology group at Ameren and dive into the world of cybersecurity! Juniors will get an exclusive tour of the Ameren facility, gaining insight into the technology that powers our world. After the tour, we’ll explore how computers communicate and discover essential tips for staying safe online.

Juniors earn their Cybersecurity Basics Badge.

Location: Ameren, 1901 Chouteau Ave., St. Louis 63103

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Offered to: Junior and Adult

Grades 4-5

Bronze Award Training Aug. 12 6-7 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 20 Reg. Deadline: July 28 Robotics Open House Aug. 16 2-4 pm $0 per Girl Scout Reg. Deadline: Aug. 11

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Grades K-12

Join Girl Scouts for a robo-tastic time! Girl Scouts and their caregivers are invited to come learn more about our GSEM Robotics Program, meet some of our teams, and figure out next steps to get started! Register for this event online at girlscoutsem.org/robotics .

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Daisy

Grades K-1

Three Cheers for Animals Journey Aug. 30 1-3 pm $30 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Reg. Deadline: Aug. 16

Let’s go on a Daisy Journey! In this program, Girl Scouts will learn about different animals, how caring for animals is similar to caring for themselves, make lots of nature-inspired crafts, and do a Take Action Project that educates the community.

Daisies earn their Three Cheers for Animals Journey Award.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

September 2025

Grades K-12

Hispanic Heritage Month Patch Program Sept. 4, 10, 16 and 22 6 pm $20 per Girl Scout

September is Hispanic Heritage Month, when we celebrate the countless contributions that Hispanics and Latinos have made and continue to make in the United States. We honor the cultural richness of all people in the U.S. whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Participants will receive a list of options for activities to earn the fun patch, and will have different requirements based on their age. GSEM Program Managers will host four virtual sessions to help Girl Scouts get started on completing the required activities. Prior to September 1, Girl Scouts will receive a box of supplies mailed to their homes with the list of requirements and activities for the virtual sessions and the patch.

Max Girl Scouts: 200 Reg. Deadline: Aug. 18

Girl Scouts earn their Hispanic Heritage Month Patch.

Location: Virtual

Offered to: Junior and Adult

Grades 4-5

Bronze Award Training Sept. 10 6-7 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 20 Reg. Deadline: Aug. 26

Location: Virtual

Offered to: Brownie

Grades 2-3

Girl Scout Way Sept. 12 6-8 pm $10 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Reg. Deadline: Aug. 29

Girl Scout Brownies are part of a sisterhood. Brownies all over the world share traditions and do good things to make the world a better place. In this program, try some special Brownie traditions (some that Girl Scouts have been sharing for 100 years!) and, of course, have a world of Brownie Fun.

Brownies earn their Brownie Girl Scout Way Badge.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

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Offered to: Junior

Grades 4-5

Junior Animal Habitats at the Endangered Wolf

Join us for an exciting adventure at the Endangered Wolf Center, where Girl Scout Juniors will earn their Animal Habitats badge while exploring what animals need in their habitats and how the center provides care for them. Juniors will learn about wolves and other fascinating animals, play an interactive game, tour the facility, and create a den craft inspired by animal shelters in the wild. They will also experience an animal trainer session, where they’ll observe positive-reinforcement training in action and meet some of the center’s curious residents, like playful foxes. This hands-on experience will give Juniors a deeper understanding of wildlife conservation while engaging with some of nature’s most incredible creatures.

Center Sept. 20 9-11:30 am

$30 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 4 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 6

Juniors earn their Animal Habitats Badge.

Location: Endangered Wolf Center, 6750 Tyson Valley Rd., Eureka 63025

Offered to: Brownie

Grades 2-3

FIRST ® LEGO ® League Explore Sampler Sept. 20 9 am-noon

Girl Scouts are invited to make new friends and build a LEGO® robot as they get a sneak peek at the FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL) Explore robotics level. Girl Scouts will learn the basics of LEGO® robotics while earning a badge.

$15 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 18 Max Adults: 5 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 6

Brownies earn their Programming Robots Badge.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Daisy

Grades K-1

Daisy Roller Coaster Design Challenge Sept. 24 5-6:30 pm $10 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 18 Max Adults: 6 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 10 Junior Craft and Tinker Sept. 25 6-8 pm $10 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 11 Discover Daisy Robotics Sept. 27 9 am-noon $20 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 24 Max Adults: 5 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 13 Junior Balloon Car Design Challenge Sept. 30 6-7:30 pm $10 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 4 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 2

Daisies will learn about engineering and motion by building and testing their own roller coaster! Girl Scouts will build cars and test how their designs affects its speed on the roller coaster track.

Daisies earn their Roller Coaster Design Challenge Badge.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Junior

Grades 4-5

Ready, set, craft! When someone crafts, they make something with care, skill, and imagination. Crafts can be made with any materials and turn unique ideas into amazing projects. In this program, Girl Scouts will put their creative minds to the test and learn that their creations are only limited by what they can dream up!

Juniors earn their Junior Craft and Tinker Badge.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Daisy

Grades K-1

Daisies are invited to dive into the world of STEM with LEGO®, robots, crafts and more! Daisies who attend this program will get a sneak peek into the FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL) team experience while earning two Badges!

Daisies earn their How Robots Move Badge and Design a Robot Badge.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Junior

Grades 4-5

Juniors will learn about air power and create a car powered by a balloon! Girl Scouts will design, build, and test a balloon car before brainstorming ideas to improve their designs—just like engineers do.

Juniors earn their Mechanical Engineering: Balloon Car Badge.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

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Older Girl Programs Cadette, Senior, Ambassador Summer 2025

Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri offers a diverse and exciting variety of programs, with in-person and virtual options. Whether Girl Scouts are ready to explore camp for the first time, take a trip with fellow Girl Scout friends, or get a head start on earning a Highest Awards, we've got the perfect program! Dive into the following pages to learn about all of the opportunities for Cadette, Senior or Ambassador Girl Scouts this summer! Registration for summer programs will open on May 6, 2025.

❧ = programs eligible for Trefoil Rewards!

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June 2025 Extreme Adventures— Mississippi River Float ☙ June 1 8 am-5 pm

Offered to: Cadette | Senior | Ambassador

Grades 6-12

On this Extreme Adventure, Girl Scouts will experience kayaking on the Mississippi River! With certified instructors, Girl Scouts will start the day-long adventure in Ste. Genevieve, float to a sandbar where we will have lunch, kayak through a lock and dam, then get out in Illinois and hear about the history of the Kaskaskia River Project. Girl Scouts should have some experience paddling and be comfortable on the water, getting in and out of watercraft, and have stamina to paddle for a good portion of the day. All equipment, transportation, lunch and snacks are provided.

$70 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 2 Reg. Deadline: May 18

Seniors earn a portion of their Paddling Badge.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Cadette | Adult

Grades 6-8

Silver Award Training June 3 7:30-8:30 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 20 Reg. Deadline: May 19 Meet the Highest Awards June 10 6-7:30 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 20 Reg. Deadline: May 26 Cadette Outdoor Journey ☙ June 13-14 9 am, Fri.-11 am, Sat. $80 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 24 Max Adults: 3 Reg. Deadline: May 30 Discovering Delmar Loop ☙ June 17 9 am-4 pm $60 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 5 Reg. Deadline: June 3

This course is for Girl Scout Cadettes who are interested in pursuing the Girl Scout Silver Award. This training will allow Girl Scouts and adults to learn the steps necessary to complete their Silver Award project and how to submit their completion form.

Location: Virtual

Offered to: Junior | Cadette | Senior | Ambassador | Adult

Grades 4-12

Location: Virtual Offered to: Cadette

Grades 5-8

Location: Greensfelder County Park—Osage Campsite, 4515 Hencken Rd., Pacific 63069

Offered to: Cadette | Senior | Ambassador

Grades 5-12

Girl Scouts receive a fun patch.

Location: University City Public Library, 6701 Delmar Blvd., University City 63130

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Offered to: Senior | Ambassador | Adult

Grades 9-12

Gold Award Training— In-Person June 17 6-8:30 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 12 Max Adults: 12 Reg. Deadline: June 2 Branson Trip ☙ ☙ ☙ June 25-27

This course is for Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors who are interested in pursuing the Girl Scout Gold Award. Girl Scouts going for the Gold Award are required to attend this training; Girl Scouts and adults will learn the seven steps necessary to complete their Gold Award project and how to submit their proposal on GoGold.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Cadette | Senior | Ambassador

Grades 6-12

Come along on a fun-filled trip to Branson, Missouri! We'll head to the amazing Silver Dollar City for a day of excitement and adventure, attend Dolly Parton's Stampede dinner show, and have a hotel sleepover with our Girl Scout friends.

$450 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 24 Max Adults: 6 Reg. Deadline: May 28 July 2025 Flip That House ☙ July 1 9 am-4 pm $70 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 30 Max Adults: 3 Reg. Deadline: June 17

Girl Scouts receive a fun patch.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Junior | Cadette

Grades 4-8

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Senior | Ambassador

Grades 8-12

Senior/Ambassador Volunteering in Programs (VIP) ☙ ☙ July 7-10 $225 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 15 Reg. Deadline: June 9 Silver Award Training July 9 7:30-8:30 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 20 Reg. Deadline: June 24

Volunteering in Programs (VIP) training is designed to help Seniors and Ambassadors discover their talents in mentoring and leading younger Girl Scouts. Our older Girl Scouts will help create and run three Day Camps at Camp Fiddlecreek for Juniors, Brownies and Daisies. Then they’ll have their own fun at camp in the evenings when the younger kids go home before sleeping over in the comfort of Myrtle’s Manor. We will have a required pre-meeting on June 20 from 7:15-8:15 pm.

Girl Scouts earn their Volunteer in Training Pin.

Location: Camp Fiddlecreek, 558 Daisy Ln., Labadie 63055

Offered to: Cadette | Adult

Grades 6-8

Location: Virtual

Grades K-12

Girl Scouts at the Muny— Disney's Frozen ☙ July 14

6:30-10:30 pm $50 per person

Girl Scouts receive a fun patch.

Max Girl Scouts: 200 Reg. Deadline: June 16

Location: The Muny, 1 Theatre Dr., St. Louis 63112

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Offered to: Senior | Ambassador

Grades 9-12

Career Launchpad ☙ July 17 9 am-4 pm

Join us for a fun-filled day of learning and adventure in Chesterfield! We will spend the morning exploring local attractions and hear employee experiences. Girl Scouts can explore a variety of jobs and what it takes to get there. After a picnic lunch, we will head over to the Reinsurance Group of America's (RGA) office and participate in workshops and discussions with their staff. Girl Scouts will learn practical strategies for interviewing, get tips on crafting an impressive resume, and learn how to present themselves confidently in a professional setting. Whether preparing for a leadership role at school, a first job, an internship or college interviews, this session will provide the tools and strategies needed to succeed!

$60 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 25 Max Adults: 5 Reg. Deadline: July 3

Girl Scouts receive a fun patch.

Location: Reinsurance Group of America, 16600 Swingley Ridge Rd., Chesterfield 63017

Offered to: Cadette

Grades 6-8

Camp Culture Connect ☙ July 23 9 am-4 pm $50 per Girl Scout; price includes T-shirt and lunch Health Career Exploration with Maryville University ☙ July 29 9 am-4 pm August 2025 Senior/Ambassador Outdoor Journey ☙ Aug. 1-2 5 pm, Fri.-5 pm, Sat. $80 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 24 Max Adults: 3 Reg. Deadline: July 18 $60 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Reg. Deadline: July 15

Where adventure meets diversity! This camp experience invites Girl Scouts to explore cultures from around the world while building friendships and developing new skills! Girl Scouts will prepare international cuisines, participate in traditional crafts, learn about cultural dances, and engage in discussions about various cultural traditions. Together, we will celebrate our differences and discover the beauty of unity in diversity!

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Cadette | Senior | Ambassador

Grades 5-12

Join us at Maryville University to explore the exciting world of healthcare careers! This program will allow Girl Scouts to delve into several impactful careers, such as nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and music therapy. In each session, Girl Scouts will discover what each career is all about through interactive lessons and talking with one of Maryville University's outstanding professors. Lunch and patch included.

Girl Scouts receive the Maryville Healthcare fun patch.

Location: Maryville University, 650 Maryville University Dr., Creve Coeur 63141

Offered to: Senior | Ambassador

Grades 8-12

Deepen your outdoor skills and appreciation with other older Girl Scouts! Seniors and Ambassadors will spend a weekend adventuring outdoors, sleeping under the stars, and honing their outdoor expertise. Tents, communal gear, and meals are provided by council. A virtual, evening prep meeting will be held Thursday, July 24. *Senior Girl Scouts are required to attend a CPR class to complete their Outdoor Journey. The CPR class will be held on August 5, but other arrangements can be made.

Girl Scouts earn their Outdoor Journey Award and complete a portion of their Take Action Project.

Location: Greensfelder County Park—Otis Brown Campsite, 4515 Hencken Rd., Pacific 63069

Offered to: Cadette | Senior | Ambassador

Grades 6-12

STEM Career with Bayer ☙ Aug. 4 9 am-4 pm $60 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 5 Reg. Deadline: July 21

Take a deep dive with Bayer professionals into a look at STEM and Agriculture! Girl Scouts will get an exclusive tour of the facility and hear from inspiring women scientists about their careers in science and technology. We will meet with experts in various fields to learn about the many career opportunities at Bayer. Throughout the day, we’ll explore the importance of agriculture and discover how innovations in farming help protect our planet.

Girl Scouts earn their STEM Career Badge.

Location: Bayer, 800 N Lindbergh Blvd., Creve Coeur 63141

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Offered to: Senior | Ambassador | Adult

Grades 9-12

Gold Award Open Discussion Aug. 5 10 am-noon $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 12 Max Adults: 12 Reg. Deadline: July 21

This program is an open discussion for Girl Scouts pursuing the Gold Award, the highest leadership award a Senior or Ambassador Girl Scout can earn. We will answer questions about requirements, ideas, proposals and components. We can also assist Girl Scouts creating their account on the GoGold website. Gold Award training is not a prerequisite but can be beneficial before attending the open discussion.

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Senior | Ambassador

Grades 8-11

Gold Award Training— Go For Gold Aug. 6

This course is for Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors who are interested in pursuing the Girl Scout Gold Award. Girl Scouts going for the Gold Award are required to attend this training; Girl Scouts will learn the seven steps necessary to complete their Gold Award project and how to submit their proposal on GoGold.

9:30 am-3:30 pm $20 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Reg. Deadline: July 22

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Cadette | Adult

Grades 6-8

Silver Award Training Aug. 12 7:30-8:30 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 20 Reg. Deadline: July 28 Robotics Open House Aug. 16 2-4 pm $0 per Girl Scout Reg. Deadline: Aug. 11

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Grades K-12

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

September 2025

Grades K-12

Hispanic Heritage Month Patch Program Sept. 4, 10, 16 and 22 6 pm $20 per Girl Scout

Max Girl Scouts: 220 Reg. Deadline: Aug. 18

Girl Scouts earn their Hispanic Heritage Month Patch.

Location: Virtual

Offered to: Cadette | Adult

Grades 6-8

Silver Award Training Sept. 10 7:30-8:30 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 20 Reg. Deadline: Aug. 26

Location: Virtual

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Offered to: Cadette | Senior | Ambassador

Grades 6-12

Astrophotography Sept. 16 7-9 pm $10 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 4 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 2

See the stars in a new way! Girl Scouts will capture images of stars, planets and the moon to become an astrophotographer! The Saint Louis Astronomical Society will guide us in stargazing and teach us how to use a camera or smartphone to capture pictures of space.

Girl Scouts earn their Space Science Badge.

Location: Stacy Park, 9750 Old Bonhomme Rd., Olivette 63132

Offered to: Senior | Ambassador | Adult

Grades 9-12

Gold Award Training— Virtual Sept. 16 6-8:30 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 12 Max Adults: 12 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 1 Gold Award Training— In-Person Sept. 17 6-8:30 pm $0 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 12 Max Adults: 12 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 2 Older Girl Robotics Overnight ☙ Sept. 26-27 5 pm, Fri.-12:30 pm, Sat.

Location: Virtual

Offered to: Senior | Ambassador | Adult

Grades 9-12

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Cadette | Senior | Ambassador

Grades 6-12

Girl Scouts are invited to explore the world of robotics, engineering, leadership, and LEGO®. Girl Scouts will build LEGO® robots, design challenges, and so much more during this overnight program. On Saturday, they will lead Girl Scout Daisies as they design and code to complete LEGO® challenges. Dinner, snacks, and breakfast will be provided.

$60 per Girl Scout Max Girl Scouts: 20 Max Adults: 3 Reg. Deadline: Sept. 12

Location: Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center, 2300 Ball Dr., St. Louis 63146

Offered to: Cadette | Senior | Ambassador

Grades 8-11

Camp CEO ☙ Sept. 26-28 $80 per Girl Scout; price includes meals and a patch

Welcome to Camp CEO, an empowering leadership camp designed to inspire and prepare the next generation of women leaders! This transformative program blends mentorship, team-building activities, and personal growth experiences, all set against the backdrop of Camp Fiddlecreek. Camp CEO is designed for Girl Scouts eager to develop their leadership skills and connect with role models in their community, including GSEM CEO, Dr. Natissia Small.

Location: Camp Fiddlecreek, 558 Daisy Ln., Labadie 63055

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