Animal-Powered Learning
We hope everyone has a safe and smooth back-to-school season! If you enjoyed our S’more Summer Reading Challenge, you are going to love the Brownie Book Club at the Barn happening at Circle C Equestrian Center this September and October. Read a chapter from a chosen book and bring the story to life through horse-powered reading activities that build comprehension, confidence and a lifelong love of reading. Set in the engaging environment of the barn, this unique program blends literacy with movement, imagination and time spent around horses-no prior horse experience necessary.
This October and November, Girl Scouts of all ages can take a deep dive into science through our virtual Ocearch & Girl Scouts: Sharks, Science and Service events. Discover the world of marine biology, conservation and cutting-edge technology in this engaging virtual experience! Explore STEM concepts while tracking the real-time movements and data of your favorite sharks. Want to explore STEM concepts on land? Girl Scout Juniors can head to Circle C for Horses in STEM: Escape Stable, where you will solve puzzles, crack codes and uncover the science behind horses in an escape room-themed challenge.
Take Family Time Outside
Every September, Girl Scouts explore the natural wonders found across our country during the Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend. We’ve partnered with several state parks in our footprint to bring family-friendly fun and unique experiences like learning how waterfalls are made, making nature art or even going on a night hike complete with s’mores! Find events on our calendar for unique activities at state parks near you and find more resources and the downloadable activity guide on our badges and patches webpage.
The following weekend on Saturday, September 20, you can bring your family and friends to experience the outdoors and classic camp activities as we celebrate Keyauwee Program Center’s 80th Birthday.
Celebrate International Day of the Girl
Every year on October 11, the global community comes together to celebrate International Day of the Girl. It’s the day when you can recognize the power of girls everywhere—and highlight, discuss and take action to advance the rights of, and opportunities for, girls across the globe. Earn the patch by downloading the International Day of the Girl activity guide or by joining us in Greensboro for an interactive workshop! Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies and Juniors can Grow, Glow and Connect, while Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors can focus on Balance, Bravery and Belonging.
Safe Sitter Classes
Safe@Home and Intro to Safe Babysitting classes are being offered this fall to help Girl Scouts learn essential safety skills, emergency preparedness and decision-making strategies that build her confidence and independence while reinforcing personal responsibility.
Join Media Girls
The 2025-26 Media Girls application is open until Friday, September 12, 2025! Get ready to discover your strengths and interests through first-hand media experiences – be a news reporter at a Girl Scout event, create social media content for our channels, write articles for our blog, represent our council in news interviews and more!
The Media Girls team is open to all program levels within the GSCP2P footprint. Whether you’re a Girl Scout Daisy who wants to practice her speaking skills or a Girl Scout Ambassador interested in meeting media industry professionals to learn more about career paths, there is something fun for everyone to try as a Media Girl. Learn more about the Media Girls team and apply today!
Bronze and Silver Reports Due
Have you been working on a Highest Award this year? If you’ve just graduated 5th grade or 8th grade, it’s time to submit your Girl Scout Bronze Award Final Report or your Girl Scout Silver Award Final Report if your Silver Award project has already been approved. Submitting your report by September 30 ensures your accomplishments are officially recognized and celebrated!
Fall Product Program Begins September 15
Being brave, fierce and fun comes with some great rewards when you participate in the Fall Product program! Get ready to kick off the troop year with great programming and easy start-up funds that support your Girl Scout adventures throughout the year. Girls can also take a sneak peek at the Fall Product recognition items that can be earned for their entreprenuerial success.
New GSCP2P Wants to Know Survey
Help our council get to our ideal destination by providing your valuable feedback to our new GSCP2P Wants to Know Survey.
Patch of the Month: Period Power
Period Power is an initiative aimed at addressing period poverty through education and awareness. It emphasizes the absence of period product coverage in government programs like WIC and SNAP, resulting in health and hygiene difficulties for many students. The program offers a Period Power Toolkit to assist schools in providing period products, ensuring students can prioritize both their health and education.
Adult Volunteer Resources & Trainings
Know an amazing volunteer? Nominate them for an Adult Award! In addition to the five awards presented at the service unit level, you can also nominate a volunteer for nationally recognized awards that will be presented at Annual Meeting. The deadline for submitting nominations for national awards is February 1 to provide time for the board to review and approve applicants prior to Annual Meeting in April.
Upcoming Adult Programs:
Program Aide Champion Training
Saturday, September 6
Greensboro, NC
Register by August 30.
Rooted in Adventure: 80 Years of Memories, Magic and Milestones at Keyauwee Program Center
Saturday, September 20
Sophia, NC
Register by September 8.
VIRTUAL: Lead the Change: Highest Awards Info Night!
Monday, September 22
Register by September 8.
VIRTUAL: Basic Camping Skills License Renewal
Tuesday, September 23
Register by September 19.
Leaderee: We’re Better Together
Friday, September 26 – Sunday, September 28
Sophia, NC
Register by September 8.
Trainfest: The Road to Oz
Friday, October 3 – Sunday, October 5
Brevard, NC
Register by September 12.
Upcoming Programs at a Glance.
Pony Pals
Thursday, September 4
Sophia, NC
Register by August 31.
Riding Instructor-In-Training Orientation
Saturday, September 6
Sophia, NC
Register by September 1.
Sawdust Sprint
Saturday, September 13
Winston-Salem, NC
Brownie Book Club at the Barn
Tuesday, September 16
Sophia, NC
Register by September 13.
Pony Pals
Thursday, September 18
Sophia, NC
Register by September 14.
Rooted in Adventure: 80 Years of Memories, Magic and Milestones at Keyauwee Program Center
Saturday, September 20
Sophia, NC
Register by September 8.
Remember the Magic: Me and My Guy Dance
Saturday, September 20
Hickory, NC
Register by September 17.
Teaching Leadership: Program Aide Award
Sunday, September 28
Greensboro, NC
Register by September 19.
Pony Pals
Thursday, October 2
Sophia, NC
Register by September 28.
No Horse? No Problem! – DIY Hobby Horse
Saturday, October 4
Sophia, NC
Register by September 28.
No Horse? No Problem! – Circle C Hobby Horse Classic – Horse Show
Saturday, October 4
Sophia, NC
Register by September 28.
VIRTUAL: Gold Award Training
Monday, October 6
Register by October 3.
VIRTUAL: Power of Me!
Tuesday, October 14
Register by October 3.
VIRTUAL: Safe Sitter: Safe@Home
Wednesday, October 15
Register by October 3.
VIRTUAL: Power of You(th) – Middle School
Thursday, October 16
Register by October 3.
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