2026 February Program Alerts
You don't want to miss these upcoming opportunities! Opportunity funds are available.
Patch Point
Healthy Living Patch Program
Girl Scouts can earn a patch while learning how to be active, eat healthy foods, care for their minds and bodies, and have a well-balanced lifestyle.
Preferred Partner Spotlight
The City Museum
750 North 16th Street, St. Louis, MO 63103
https://citymuseum.org/groups/
The Fabulous Fox Theatre
527 N Grand Blvd, St. Louis, Missouri 63103
https://www.fabulousfox.com/events-tickets/group-services
Current Patch Programs - Preorder Patches Only
Explore and Score Cookie Bingo
Daisies-Ambassadors
January 18, 2026 – March 8, 2026
Registration Deadline: March 2
Patch Order Deadline March 16
Celebrate cookie season by completing fun challenges that encourage confidence and skill building! Complete the bingo card to earn a fun patch that is exclusive to our Council and for a chance to win a prize!
On Camp Time, Girl Scouts Shine. Sign Up for Summer Camp Now!
Girl Scout Day Camp is held at a variety of locations throughout Southern Illinois, most often led by local volunteers. Opportunities serving a wide area and an array of activities and interests are being offered this summer!
Girl Scout Overnight Camp invites girls to call camp home for a while! Overnight Camps are girl-led, meaning girls will plan many of the activities with their counselors/volunteers. Our Overnight Camp oportunities blend classic camp fun with special themed adventures.
NEW! Girl Scout Family Camp gives girls and their families a chance to make memories together at Camp Torqua! Enjoy outdoor fun like hiking, archery, gaga ball, and more. Then, spend the night together in tents or our climate controlled cabins. There will be badge activities for Girl Scouts to work on, along with camaraderie like s'mores and songs.
Girl Scout Week
Girl Scout Week is March 8-14
Girl Scouts need a full week to honor the spirit, power, and legacy of our Movement! Join us March 8-14 for fun, service, and faith connections.
Upcoming Programs
Visionary Voices Girl-Led Chat #2
Cadettes-Ambassadors
February 24
Zoom
Deadline: February 16
Visionary Voices is our quarterly opportunity for girls to gather virtually to discuss their Girl Scout experiences and share their thoughts about future programs. Adult advisors are welcome to attend, but these sessions are girl-led.
Women in STEM Webinar #3
Daisies-Ambassadors
March 12
Virtual
Deadline: March 9
Be inspired by women in STEM careers! Glimpse the future possibilities in the world of science, technology, engineering, and math. Girls can ask questions, get advice, and receive a limited-edition enamel pin by participating.
Girl Scout Pi-licious Party - TWO Locations
Daisies-Ambassadors
Metropolis from 1-4 p.m.
Edwardsville - two sessions from 2-9 p.m. with overnight option
Deadline: March 2
Join us for a day of pie-filled cooking and fun in the great outdoors! Plus, earn a custom Pi Day patch.
Cheesy Does It! Cheese Making at Marcoot Jersey Creamery - Multiple Dates
Brownies-Juniors
Greenville
April 18
Deadline: April 6
June 27
Deadline: June 15
September 19
Deadline: September 14
Explore the fascinating world of dairy farming and make a cheesy masterpiece to take home!
Growing Up, Girl - Virtual Workshops
Brownie Session
Junior Session
Cadette Session
May 3
Virtual
Deadline: April 20
Magic and Mindfulness Overnight Camp Out
Juniors-Cadettes
May 16-17
Deadline: April 27
Girl Scouts can earn mental wellness patches while enjoying camp. This is a drop-off event, but some volunteers are needed!
Girl Training Opportunities
Silver Award Training
Cadettes
Virtual
April 1
Deadline: March 30
June 2
Deadline: June 1
Ready to start working towards the Girl Scout Silver Award? This training will give you the information you need to make your project a success. To complete the Silver Award training requirements, this training must be completed by at least one Girl Scout who will be working on a project and one adult who is working with the Girl Scouts.
Gold Award Training
Seniors-Ambassadors
Virtual
April 1
Deadline: March 30
June 2
Deadline: June 1
This training is required before Girl Scouts start working towards earning the Gold Award.
Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Workshop
Seniors-Ambassadors
April 11
Whittington
Deadline: March 30
Girl Scouts will learn how to mentor and work with younger girls to build skills towards being a camp counselor.
Program Aide (PA) Training Workshop
Cadettes
April 12
Whittington
Deadline: March 30
Our Program Aide (PA) Training Workshop provides the skills and confidence Girl Scouts need to guide and inspire younger girls.
Look Ahead with Our Online Planner
May 2: STEM Spa Science Day in Carbondale
August 1: Daisy Think Like an Engineer in Edwardsville
September 5-6: STEMFest Overnight at City Museum in St. Louis
Please note: This Program Alert was last updated on January 28, 2026. Be sure to check our online Event Calendar for the most up-to-date information about Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois programs.
