National Girl Scout Leader’s Day is Next Week
Happy Volunteer Appreciation Month! Did you know that April 22 is a day to recognize Girl Scout volunteers who mentor girls, build character and lead troops? There are many ways to celebrate your leader, and our free family toolkit can help! Take a moment to reflect on the new skills and adventures that your troop leader has helped make possible, and be sure to thank them for their support.
Time for Spring Renewal Rewards
Another year filled with Girl Scout fun, adventure and sisterhood awaits- and we hope you will join us! Renew your membership today and unlock some never-before-seen Spring Renewal rewards by logging into your MyGS account!
All girls who renew their Girl Scout membership by May 31, 2026 will get $20 off their MY27 girl membership and a free patch!
To apply Cookie Dough, Daisy Dollars or Nut Buck credits to your membership fees, please contact info@girlscoutsp2p.org. If you earned a free membership through this year’s Girl Scout Cookie Program, your membership will be processed by April 30 and you will qualify for the patch. All you have to do is look forward to another year of fun!
All volunteers that renew their Girl Scout membership between April 1 through May 31, 2026 will receive FREE admission to the 2026 Volunteer Conference happening on August 1 in Statesville!
Lifetime members who wish to attend the Volunteer Conference will also receive a discount code for FREE admission once registration opens for this event.
All service units that meet their Spring Renewal goal by May 31, 2026 will be provided with a $200 program voucher to be used for any GSCP2P program or at our retail shops. The service unit will also earn an extra $10 in GSCP2P credit for each girl exceeding the Spring Renewal goal.
GSUSA Scholarship Applications Due Tomorrow
Did you know that earning the Gold Award can set you up for success in school, careers and beyond? The GSUSA Gold Award Scholarship is accepting applications through April 14. Eligible Girl Scouts can apply for a $5,000 scholarship to support their educational goals.
Dress up and join us for Her Future, Her Impact: Girl Awards Gala on Saturday, May 16 at Heritage Farm in Dobson. We are celebrating the 2026 class of Highest Award Girl Scouts with an elegant evening featuring dinner, an inspiring guest speaker and a firsthand look at how Girl Scouts are shaping their communities with courage, confidence and character.
All honorees should have received an e-mailed invitation, but everyone is welcome to attend and celebrate these prestigious accomplishments. This is a formal ceremony and preferred dress is either a Girl Scout uniform (white top, khaki bottoms, vest or sash) or gala attire (such as floor-length or cocktail-length formal wear).
CEO Reception This Week
Join us for a CEO Reception to meet our new CEO, Elaine Loyack. Plus, enjoy some light refreshments and sample the new Exploremores cookies! We have been hosting receptions at each service center since Elaine’s arrival and are hosting our last reception in Greensboro on April 15.
Giant Plush Winner and New Mascot Ahead
Congratulations to Natalie H. from Troop 20024 for crushing it during the Fall Product and Girl Scout Cookie Program this year. Natalie earned the Fall Product Personalized Avatar Patch and the Cookie Crossover Patch, securing her entry into a drawing for our Giant Grizzly Bear plush, Spice, from this year’s Fall Product Program.
We are bouncing with excitement to introduce our 2026 Fall Product Program mascot, the Kangaroo! Summer campers will help select top names for our mascot before member-wide voting takes place in the fall.
Sample Summer Camp
Join us for a Keyauwee Camp Tour this Sunday, April 19. Check out our cozy cabins, discover favorite camp spots and meet the friendly camp directors. We’ll wander through key areas, share a few behind-the-scenes highlights and leave plenty of time for questions along the way. It’s the perfect chance to get excited about camp, make new connections and imagine all the adventures ahead!
Want to sample our day camp experience? Join us for Brownie Day Camp in Brevard on Saturday, May 9! We will have a sampling of camp activities including outdoor skills, teambuilding, arts and crafts and more!
Saddle Up for Fun
Girl Scouts of all ages are invited to join us at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring on Saturday, May 2 for Let’s Go to a Horse Show! Together, we’ll watch riders compete in various classes, observe exhibitors and learn more about the excitement of equestrian competition.
Good news! We have added additional spots to our Horseback Archery summer camp session happening July 19-24. While horse camps are almost full, our herd is excited to see all of our overnight campers for some equestrian fun! All overnight summer camp sessions include an equestrian experience at no additional charge.
Explore More Summer Camp
We are excited to Explore More Camp! View our 2026 Summer Camp Program Guide to discover all the fun we have planned for overnight campers at Keyauwee Program Center and for day campers joining us in Black Mountain, Greensboro, Hickory and Winston-Salem.
In the program guide, you’ll find a readiness quiz to help you choose the best program for you and your camper as well as a scavenger hunt! Submit your scavenger hunt answers by April 30 to be entered into a drawing for a special camp care package.
To apply Cookie Dough, Daisy Dollars or Nut Buck credits to your summer camp registration fees, please contact info@girlscoutsp2p.org.
We want every Girl Scout to be able to attend camp regardless of their financial situation. Once you register for a program and pay a $50 non-refundable deposit, you will have access to our online financial aid application. Receiving financial aid is confidential. Our camp staff do not know who receives financial assistance. Last year, campers who applied for financial assistance received an average of $280 to use on registration fees.
Session Spotlight:
Step right up! Welcome to Circus Camp, a week full of laughter, color and carnival fun Under the Big Top! Campers will explore the magic of the big top by juggling with scarves, spinning frisbees, balancing on beams, playing silly clown games and making bright carnival crafts. Every activity is designed for fun and creativity-no experience needed! Alongside these circus adventures, campers can enjoy all their classic camp favorites like climbing, archery, boating, horseback riding and team-building games, giving them plenty of ways to play, explore and make new friends. During Explore More activity blocks, campers can pick what excites them most-whether it’s learning clown tricks, decorating carnival props or flying on the rock wall.
Midweek brings Theme Thursday: Big Top Day! On this special day, campers can dress in bright carnival colors, silly clown accessories or fun circus outfits-think clown noses, top hats, sparkly vests or colorful scarves. It’s a playful, creative way to celebrate the magic of the circus and make the day even more festive and fun! The week wraps up with an all-camp carnival, full of fun games, crafts and activities for everyone to enjoy. It’s a week of magic, laughter and big-top fun that campers will remember all summer!
Becoming HER
Join Girl Scouts Hornets’ Nest Council on Saturday, May 30 in Concord for their 2nd Annual Becoming HER: A Day in Mental Wellness Summit . Becoming HER provides Girl Scouts with a space to learn, reflect and build tools that support their mental wellness, emotional resilience and overall well-being. Throughout the day, participants will engage in interactive sessions and conversations designed to help girls better understand their mental health, develop coping strategies and strengthen their confidence at leaders.
More discoveries await! Use our Community Partner Directory to schedule unique experiences for your troop.
Patch of the Month: Lifesaver
Demonstrate service in your community and discover local resources while earning the Lifesaver Patch!
Adult Volunteer Resources & Trainings
All Girl Scouts are invited to join us for a special day of celebration at our Council-wide Bridging and Family Fun Day on Saturday, June 13 at Keyauwee Program Center in Sophia. We’ll kick off the morning with a Council-wide Bridging Ceremony, honoring girls moving up to the next age level and taking the next step in their Girl Scout journey. It’s the perfect way to celebrate accomplishments, make new memories and welcome the next year of Girl Scouting together! After a provided lunch at the dining hall, families will be able to enjoy games and camp activities led by summer camp staff and girls from our Girl Advisory Board.
Register your whole troop and take advantage of our 10 for 10 discount! Receive 10% off if you register 10 or more participants (can be a combination of youth and adults).
Upcoming Adult Programs:
VIRTUAL: Basic Camping Skills License Renewal
Monday, April 20
Register by April 14.
Adult Learning Facilitator Training
Saturday, May 2
Statesville, NC
Register by April 24.
Camp Pisgah Work Day
Saturday, May 9
Brevard, NC
Register by May 3.
Where Service Units Grow
Saturday, May 30
Statesville, NC
Register by May 22.
Upcoming Programs at a Glance
Appalachian State Mountaineers Softball Game
Sunday, April 19
Boone, NC
Register by today!
Eco Learner
Saturday, April 18
Statesville, NC
Keyauwee Camp Tour
Sunday, April 19
Sophia, NC
Register by April 17.
No Horse? No Problem! Let’s Go To A Horse Show!
Saturday, May 2
Mill Spring, NC
Register by April 27.
All Aboard: Girl Scout Railroading STEM Adventure
Saturday, May 2
Spencer, NC
Register by April 27.
VIRTUAL: Gold Award Training
Thursday, May 7
Register by May 5.
Brownie Day at Brevard Little House
Saturday, May 9
Brevard, NC
Register by April 27.
Camp Pisgah Work Day
Saturday, May 9
Brevard, NC
Register by May 3.
Her Future, Her Impact: Girl Awards Gala
Saturday, May 16
Dobson, NC
Register by April 30.
Girl Scout Color Run
Sunday, May 17
Archdale, NC
Register by April 17.
Becoming HER: Mental Wellness Summit
Saturday, May 30
Concord, NC
Register by April 17.
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