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Date: Sat Mar 13, 10:00 AM CST - Sat Mar 13, 3:00 PM CST
Category:
- Adult Training,
- Outdoor,
- Girl Training
Level:
- Cadettes,
- Seniors,
- Ambassadors,
- Volunteers
Ready to take your Girl Scout adventures to the next level? Join us for Basic Outdoor Skills Training, a fun, hands-on day designed for volunteers and Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Girl Scouts who want to build confidence in the outdoors. Learn essential skills like camp safety, fire building and safety, outdoor cooking, navigation, Leave No Trace principles, and emergency preparedness while connecting with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're new to outdoor programming or looking to strengthen your skills, this training will give you the tools you need to create safe, engaging, and memorable experiences for girls.
Through interactive activities and real-world practice, participants will discover how to lead girl-led outdoor adventures that inspire teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and independence. By the end of the day, you'll be ready to confidently plan and support exciting day-use outdoor experiences that help Girl Scouts explore, learn, and thrive in nature. Come prepared to learn, explore, and have fun outdoors!
Skills that will be covered:
* Outdoor Manners
* How to prepare for the weather
* Basic Knots
* Pocket Knife Safety
* Camp Fire Safety
* Outdoor Cooking Basics
Mary Ann Beebe Center
March 13, 2027
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost: $50 per person
Register by February 28, 2027
Important: Completion of Basic Outdoor Skills Training satisfies the eight required outdoor skills for day-use activities only. This training does not qualify troop leaders to conduct overnight camping trips. Volunteers who wish to take Girl Scouts on overnight outdoor experiences must complete Outdoor Overnight Training and meet all additional GSNI outdoor progression and safety requirements before participating in troop camping activities.
Patch Program Related:
Cadette, Senior, and Ambassadors: Outdoor Skills Patch Program
