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Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend

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September 12-13, 2026
Every year, Girl Scouts explore the natural wonders found across our country during the Girl Scouts Love State Parks weekend. Explore local, national, and virtual opportunities below!

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Enjoy even more activities with the Girl Scouts Love State Parks passport!

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Self Guided Bug Bingo at Your Local State Park
Daisies-Brownies; Families
Sept. 12-13
Any State Park
Deadline: Sept. 7

Girl Scouts and their families are encouraged to visit a state park and mark the bugs they spot! Safety ratios must be met for this event, but adults are not required to register. 

Activity bingo cards will be available through your MyGS Account. Patches can be purchased via our GSofSI online Council Shop.


Tree Promise Campout
Juniors-Ambassadors
Sept. 12-13
Charleston, IL
Deadline: August 24

Join us for an overnight adventure! We'll kick off at Douglas-Hart Nature Center for a guided educational program, then camp at Fox Ridge State Park. Enjoy crafts, a campfire dinner, and a night under the stars. On Sunday morning, we'll give back with a tree-planting stewardship project.

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Find State Parks near you!

Girl Scouts of the USA also has a map of state parks to explore across America!

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