Q. How old must girls be to join Girl Scouts?
Girl Scouts is open to girls aged 5 to 17, and girls may join at any age. Our four program age levels (listed below) are designed to meet girls' developmental, educational, emotional, and social needs as they grow:
- Daisy Girl Scouts (grades K-1, aged 5-6)
- Brownie Girl Scouts (grades 1-3, aged 6-8)
- Junior Girl Scouts (grades 3-6, 8-11)
- STUDIO 2B Members (grades 6-12, aged 11-13, 13-15, 15-17)
Q. Are troops the only way to participate in Girl Scouts?
No. In addition to (or instead of) joining troops, today's Girl Scouts may register individually or as members of interest groups that explore everything from camping to career options. The Girl Scout program is flexible by design, and it can be delivered through small group activities, council and national events, and even foreign travel opportunities!
Q. What do Girl Scouts do?
The Girl Scout program is broad in scope and includes everything from high-adventure camping trips and leadership development workshops for older girls to day camp, field trips, and one-day cultural, arts, and sporting events for younger girls. All Girl Scouts have an opportunity to develop skills and mark achievements by earning progressive recognitions such as badges, patches, and pins. STUDIO 2B members also have the option of earning charms.
Q. Are Girl Scout activities safe?
All Girl Scout activities are designed to comply with Girl Scouts of the USA's strict safety standards. The security of girls is our highest priority, and safety is a primary focus of the orientation and training we provide to adult volunteers.
Q. Where do Girl Scout activities take place?
Individual troop/group meetings take place in locations throughout the community. We encourage volunteers, girls, and families to discuss meeting and activity locations and to select places that are convenient and comfortable for everyone. The Girl Scout Council of St. Croix Valley also owns and operates five program facilities for camp programs and for use by troops/groups.
Q. How much does Girl Scouting cost?
Annual Girl Scout membership dues are $10. In addition, girls will pay modest troop/group dues to cover the costs of activities, field trips, and materials. Financial assistance is available.
Q. Are uniforms required?
Volunteers, girls, and families decide together what is appropriate. Many girls do choose to purchase a sash or vest to display recognitions, and some members opt for a full uniform. However, uniforms are not required in Girl Scouting.
