Resources – Retail
Retail GSNorCal Fun Patches
Troop Leadership Resources
Resources – Girl Scout Program
GSNorCal Programs| Activity Ideas & Resources Take a peek at what programs council is offering this year! GSNorCal Fun Patches Girl Scout Activity Ideas Here are some activities you can either incorporate into meetings or events, or you can just do them for fun! Program Toolkits Want to host a program with minimal planning? Here […]
Resources – Troop Recruitment
Recruiting Volunteers to Your Troop Growing Your Troop
Resources – Virtual Meetings
Virtual Meeting Resources Daisy Virtual Resources Brownie Virtual Resources Junior Virtual Resources Cadette Virtual Resources Senior Virtual Resources Ambassador Virtual Resources
Resources-Troop Leadership
For Troop Leaders
How do I complete my background screening?
Fingerprinting is required for all adult volunteers with direct contact or supervision of children, for more than 16 hours per month or 32+ hours per year, in compliance with state law AB506. Every adult volunteer should take steps to complete screening. When a fingerprinting is approved there is no need to reprint for GS NorCal*! […]
How do I plan a Troop Trip?
So, your troop has decided it wants to go on an exciting adventure! Congratulations! Let the planning fun begin! Whether it’s a trip to a foreign land, a hiking trek to a nearby state park, or something in between, use the checklist below to help guide your planning journey. Find a printable version of this […]
Troop Volunteer Roles and Descriptions
As a volunteer, you’ll become part of a vibrant community of dedicated individuals supporting youth across Northern California, and across the country! To get started, all volunteers must be at least 18 years old, and those who plan to drive Girl Scouts must be at least 21. They also need to complete the following steps: […]
Addressing the Needs of Older Girl Scouts
Let these simple tips guide you when working with teenage girl scouts:
Girl’s Guide to Badges and Awards
What are Badges and Awards? Girl Scouts at each level have their own earned awards and badges. When a Girl Scout earns a badge, it shows that she’s learned a new skill, such as how to make a healthy snack or take great digital photos. It may even spark an interest at school or plant […]
Kick the year off right by engaging parents and caregivers
Girl Scouting provides the best opportunities for girls when families step up and play an active part in the troop. Without meaningful support from parents and caregivers, it’s difficult for a troop to be all it can be. Plus, girls feel a special sense of pride when their families take part and show interest in […]