2024 May Program Alerts

You don't want to miss these upcoming opportunities! Financial assistance is available.

Seasonal Opportunities

Patch Point: Resilient. Ready. Strong.
Life isn’t always easy, but dealing with tricky emotions doesn’t have to be so hard. Girl Scouts are encouraged to try activities from the Resilient. Ready. Strong. program to unlock a patch and strengthen their mental wellness.

Spotlight on Overnight Camp Sessions!

International Explorers
Campers will explore the world by trying new foods, learning songs and dances, and creating crafts from around the world! Plus, they'll enjoy classic camp activities like archery, hiking, and campfires while making friends.

Pop Star Era
Rock the mic and own the stage! Girls will live out their music dreams while learning about vocals, choreography, and stage presence. There will even be a talent show!

See all Summer Camp sessions! Financial assistance is available.

Upcoming Programs

Junior Outdoor Journey
June 1-2
Juniors
Camp Torqua in Edwardsville, IL
Deadline: May 13

Girl Scouts will earn and receive the three badges of the Outdoor Journey: Animal Habitat, Camper, and Eco Camper.

Whispering Pines Open House
June 1
Girl Scouts of All Ages; Families & Friends
Whispering Pines of Clinton County, Carlyle
Deadline: May 20

Join us on this fun-filled June day to participate in activities such as archery, SWAPS, waterfront small craft, human foosball, and much more! Additionally, hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided by Whispering Pines for lunch. Make sure to bring your sunscreen and your sense of adventure to explore some outdoor Girl Scout activities and all the things that Whispering Pines has to offer.

Under the Stars - Diamond Edition
June 21 at 5 p.m. to June 22 at 8 a.m.
Daisies-Ambassadors; Adults
Tags welcome for the game only.
Sauget, IL
Deadline: June 3

Cheer on the Gateway Grizzlies! Registration price includes a field seat ticket to an evening baseball game, a movie on the field, sleeping outdoors on the field, and breakfast in the morning.

Older Girl Bus Trip
June 27
Cadettes-Ambassadors; 5th Grade Juniors who are bridging to Cadette in Fall '24.
St. Louis via bus
Deadline: June 3

Explore some of St. Louis' most popular destinations with members of our Older Girl Advisory Board. Events will include: going up in the Gateway Arch, doing badge work at the Gateway Arch National Park Museum, taking a riverboat ride, visiting the Saint Louis Science Center, and riding the St. Louis Wheel!

Aquatic Cove Dreamland - NEW SESSION ADDED
Nov. 15-16
Brownies-Ambassadors; Daises bridging to Brownies in the fall may register
St. Louis Aquarium
Deadline: Oct. 14

Girl Scouts will have a night that's swimming in fun at St. Louis Aquarium! There will be educational activities, a movie and snack, plus a private tour of the aquarium. Then, we'll settle in for an amazing overnight experience sleeping under the aquatic cove! Register today as spots are filling fast!

STEM Events for Summer and Fall

Women in STEM Patch Program
May 1-Aug. 5
Daisies-Ambassadors
Virtual

Let’s learn and explore together! Girl Scouts, troops or individual girls are invited to participate in this new STEM special patch program learning about Women in STEM!

First, register your participation. Next, complete the activity sheet found on the Council's Own Badges and Patches page of our website. Last, preorder the patch through the Council Shop by Aug. 5 by visiting our online shop, calling 800-345-6858, or emailing customercare@gsofsi.org.

Daisy Cybersecurity Basics
Aug. 18
Deadline: Aug. 12

STEM the Gap Virtual Opportunities - extended year opportunities for Daisies

Earn your DBJC Coding Badges Level 1 with STEM the Gap Academy! Enroll your girls in our exciting virtual course and watch them embark on a thrilling journey into the world of computer science!

Daisy Coding Level 1
July 14 from 4-5:30 p.m.
Deadline: July 10

Brownie Coding Level 1
July 14 from 1:30-3 p.m.
Deadline: July 10

Junior Coding Level 1
July 28 from 1-3 p.m.
Deadline: July 24

Cadette Coding Level 1
July 28 from 4-6 p.m.
Deadline: July 24

Daisy Coding Level 1
Sept. 29 from 4-5:30 p.m.
Deadline: Sept. 23

Brownie Coding Level 1
Sept. 29 from 1:30-3 p.m.
Deadline: Sept. 23

Please note: This Program Alert was last updated on May 6, 2024. Be sure to check our online Event Calendar for the most up-to-date information about Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois programs.