Spring 2022 Inspire Discovery

Endowment Gift to Support Mariner Program To ensure all girls can discover the joy of outdoor exploration and develop 21st century skills, Keri Westland, Girl Scout volunteer, life-long Mariner and Gold Award Girl Scout made a generous $500,000 gift to support Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri’s Mariner program in perpetuity. The Mariner Program has been a part of Girl Scout history since 1934. Developed as a special interest program for Girl Scouts in 7th through 12th grade, the Mariner Program offers adventures on, in and near the water. While on the water, Mariners gain a unique perspective that encourages them to think critically while actualizing their potential as leaders.

Girl Scouts and Edward Jones Partner to Expand Outdoor Adventure Experiences Through the generosity of Edward Jones, Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri has recently opened a new Outdoor Adventure High-Course Challenge, located at Camp Tuckaho in Troy, Mo. For close to 30 years, this course has been an iconic team building and leadership program for girls ages 12 through 18. In 2019, the course was retired with plans to rebuild. The new Outdoor Adventure High-Course Challenge was designed and built by ABEE, Inc. “Edward Jones is proud to partner with the Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri to support their mission to help girls build courage, confidence and character,” said Edward Jones Managing Partner Penny Pennington. “We invested in the new Outdoor Adventure Course at Camp Tuckaho to create opportunities for girls to learn leadership skills, discover the value of teamwork and build confidence by taking on new challenges. These are skills that will serve them throughout their lives and we’re excited about the new adventures that await Girl Scouts across our region at Camp Tuckaho.”

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