What is a Girl Scout troop?
A Girl Scout troop is generally 10-15 girls, of similar ages or interests, who meet together regularly and plan activities, work on projects and provide community service. Troops are guided by a team of trained adult volunteer Girl Scout Leaders and other supportive adults. Girl Scout troops usually meet during the academic year. Depending on members’ schedules, troops may meet after school, in the evening or on weekends—weekly, bi-weekly or monthly. Girl planning is an essential component of the program, empowering girls to make decisions and build self-confidence. At younger age levels, Leaders will play a larger part in offering choices to the girls. As the girls grow older, they become the primary planners and leaders of the group.
Related Questions
- Our troop would like to go on the citywide encampment (camping trip with many Girl Scout troops). Does an adult from our troop need to be certified in CPR/First Aid and troop camping?
- Can a Boy Scout Troop or a Girl Scout Troop and a Sea Scout Ship support each other?
- Does a Girl Scout troop have to sell cookies if it doesn want to?
