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Our Chalet
Written by Council Historian, Rosemarie Courtney In 1929, Helen Storrow, chair of the World Committee, initiated to the committee the idea of a World Center in Switzerland. Helen agreed to look for the…
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What is Day Camp?
Written by Council Historian, Rose C. “Day camp is an adventure in the out-of-doors. Camp by the day – home each night. Brownie, Junior and Cadette units of troop size, plan hikes, cook over…
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Postcards Through Girl Scout History
Written by Council Historian Nancy Corry. Postcards have played a charming and meaningful role from the earliest days of Girl Scouts. Just a decade after Juliette Gordon Low founded the organization in 1912,…
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The Evolution of the First Aid Badge
Written by Council Historian, Jan Gerovac First aid has been a part of Girl Scouting since its beginning. Medicine in 1912 was very different than it is today. The only vaccination available was…
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Friendship Lodge Makeover: Follow the Transformation!
Exciting things are happening at Friendship Lodge! Over the next few months, this beloved camp staple is receiving a major refresh to make troop visits and summer camp stays even more comfortable, accessible,…
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Camp CEO: A Weekend of Mentorship and Empowerment
Camp CEO took place on September 19 – 21, at Camp Butternut Springs. This transformative weekend brought together Girl Scouts in grades 8–12 with accomplished women leaders from a wide range of industries.…
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