Spring 2022 Inspire Discovery

Her Future is Our Future An Investment in Outdoor Adventure

Each year, eastern Missouri Girl Scouts take advantage of camping and other outdoor adventure programs at Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri’s three camp properties: Camp Cedarledge in Pevely, Camp Tuckaho in Troy and Camp Fiddlecreek in Labadie. Collectively spanning more than 1,300 acres, these camps offer challenging environments where girls find the courage to try activities like low and high-ropes courses, archery, horseback riding, swimming and other activities, many of which are first-time experiences. One of the main goals of Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri’s camp programs is to build environmental stewardship in girls. The Her Future is Our Future Campaign includes a detailed Camp Master Plan outlining aesthetic and structural renovations to each location that will enhance the outdoor experiences of Girl Scouts, while improving the safety, accessibility and capacity of the onsite facilities. We are pleased to share some of the enhancements that are already underway at our camps. As the campaign progresses, more information and exciting updates will be shared with our Girl Scout families. Spire Supports Trail Restoration at Camp Fiddlecreek In January 2022, Girl Scouts and Spire broke ground on a 2.5 mile trail restoration project at Camp Fiddlecreek. When complete, the restored trails will offer a variety of experiences for all skill levels. Included in the design is an ADA accessible trail that is easily navigable by explorers of varying experience and ability. Restoration is expected to be completed by April 2022. As part of Spire’s ongoing commitment, the energy provider will also offer their employees the opportunity to volunteer with the trail maintenance program, helping to ensure the sustainability of these trails for girls long into the future.

“We’re so proud to be part of this project for the community, supporting our girls,” said Jessica Willingham, Spire senior vice president, chief communications and marketing officer. “I’m a lifelong Girl Scout, and I know having opportunities to have adventures, be outside and be connected to the planet is part of who I am. The Girl Scouts build girls of courage, confidence and character— that’s what it’s all about.”

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