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From GSblog Friday, January 23, 2015 Three Things You Can Do on World Thinking Day When you’re a Girl Scout, you’re part of something much bigger than just your troop or group. Your “network” stretches across your state, throughout the nation, and to more than 150 countries in the world where Girl Scouts or Girl […] January 23, 2015
By Laura Stampler for TIME @LauraStampler Jan. 16, 2015 Plus, why you shouldn’t be upset if your favorite cookie’s name gets changed Kelly Parisi, chief communications executive for the Girl Scouts of the USA, is in shock. “I can’t even talk to you anymore!” she squeals after hearing that I, a self-proclaimed Thin Mints loyalist, […] January 20, 2015
Story By Abbey Stone for MentalFloss IMAGE CREDIT: CHLOE EFFRON FOR MENTAL_FLOSS It’s been nearly 100 years since the Girl Scouts of America sold their first cookies—which the troopers and their moms made from scratch in their kitchens and wrapped in wax paper—for 25 to 35 cents per dozen. And since then, the Girl Scouts have built a […] January 16, 2015
The theme for the Girls’ Choice Badges has been chosen! More than 40,000 votes were cast and the results? Outdoor Recreation (helping girls get active outdoors) topping the poll at 45% Outdoor Survival (being prepared for whatever happens outdoors) close behind at 39%, and Outdoor Environment (exploring and protecting the wonders of nature) with 16%. […] December 4, 2014