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Night Owls, August 3-7
2026-08-03 13:30 - 2026-08-07 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Camp Sacajawea, 638 L Avenue, Boone, IA, 50036, United States
Flip the schedule and embrace the magic of the night! Stay up late for moonlit adventures, climb trees under the stars, hike by starlight, and dance the night away at a glowing dance party. Sleep in each morning so you’re ready for the next evening’s excitement. It’s camp like you’ve never seen it before—after dark!
Highlights of this session:
-Tree climbing in the dark
-Stargazing night hike
-Glowing dance party
-Sleep in and recharge for the next night
Registration deadline is 7/20/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Tanglefoot Sailors, August 3-8
2026-08-03 14:00 - 2026-08-08 13:15 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Feel the wind in your hair and the sun on your face as you learn the art of sailing on the sparkling waters of Clear Lake. With guidance from our experienced staff, you’ll master the basics of sailing both Sunfish sailboats and Hobie Wave catamarans. The fun continues at the waterfront where you’ll paddle board, kayak, canoe, and enjoy plenty of time swimming and soaking up the summer sun. Midweek, you and your friends will embark on a canoe adventure across the lake for an overnight at a local state park—pitching tents, sharing stories, and sleeping under the stars. Back at camp, challenge yourself at the archery range, work together to complete low ropes course challenges, and enjoy making a sailing-inspired craft. Campers entering seventh grade and above in fall 2026 will also have the opportunity to take on the high ropes course!
Highlights of the session:
– Sail a Sunfish sailboat.
– Sail on a Hobie Wave catamaran.
– Take an overnight canoe trip across the lake to a state park.
Campers should feel comfortable in deep water while wearing a lifejacket and have strong basic swimming skills. Sailing is weather dependent.
Registration deadline is 7/20/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Hogwarts Express, August 3-8
2026-08-03 14:30 - 2026-08-08 13:15 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
This magical week begins with a sorting ceremony, then you’ll make your own hand-crafted wand and dive into enchanting classes where you’ll learn about spells, potions, and magical creatures. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a whimsical visit to Honeydukes and feel the excitement of a high-energy game of Quidditch with your fellow magical friends. The magic continues in other areas of camp as you splash into lake swims, paddle through boating adventures, take aim at the archery range, and get creative with spellbinding crafts. Put your wizarding skills to the test as you solve mysterious challenges using teamwork and clever thinking. As twilight falls, gather around the glowing campfire to share stories of the day, sing songs, and build friendships.
Highlights of this session:
– Hand-crafted wand making.
– Visit Tanglefoot’s Honeydukes.
– Play Quidditch with your friends.
Registration deadline is 7/20/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Amazing Artists, August 3-8
2026-08-03 15:00 - 2026-08-08 13:15 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Get ready to unleash your creativity and let your imagination soar! You’ll dive into the colorful world of art and amazing craft projects. Paint your very own canvas masterpiece to take home, design and create a variety of friendship bracelets to share with new camp friends, and swirl vibrant colors together during a fun tie-dye session. You’ll also enjoy swimming in the lake, paddling across the water in a canoe, trying your skills at archery, and working together with your friends on the low ropes course. Whether you’re creating something beautiful or making memories around the campfire, this week is all about friendship, fun, and finding your inner artist.
Highlights of this session:
– Paint your own canvas.
– Make multiple types of friendship bracelets.
– Tie-dye.
Registration deadline is 7/20/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Horse Day Camp, August 4
2026-08-04 09:30 - 17:00 | Camp Sacajawea, 638 L Avenue, Boone, IA, 50036, United States
It’s a barn day! Your favorite fuzzy friends are waiting for you. Riding and grooming aren’t all it takes to love a horse, we’ll also learn about being safe around horses, too. Learn about the basics of horse care, make a horse-themed craft, and roast a s’more at the barn with your new friends. Lunch is also included in this fun day at the barn. Don’t forget your long pants and closed-toe shoes!
Highlights of this session:
-Go on a short pony ride in the arena (weather permitting)
-Learn about grooming a horse
-Paint a horse
-Make a horse-themed craft
Registration deadline is 7/20/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Horse Day Camp, August 5
2026-08-05 09:30 - 17:00 | Camp Sacajawea, 638 L Avenue, Boone, IA, 50036, United States

Lakeside Vibes, August 5-8
2026-08-05 14:30 - 2026-08-08 13:15 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Dive into non-stop water adventures this week! Whether you’re gliding across the lake in a canoe or kayak, cruising on the pontoon at sunset, taking a paddleboarding day trip, or mastering the famous Corcl spin, every day is packed with splash-tastic fun. Jump into the cool waters from the Lily Pad, try out canoeing, and jump into the waves like a pro! Beyond the shoreline, the adventure continues as you get creative making friendship bracelets, sharpening your aim at the archery range, and conquering team challenges on the low ropes course. At the end of the day, gather around the evening campfire for songs and ooey-gooey s’mores.
Highlights of this session:
– Take a paddle boarding day trip.
– Go on a pontoon boat cruise at sunset.
– Make friendship bracelets.
Registration deadline is 7/22/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Paint the Waves Day Camp, August 6
2026-08-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Get ready for a day full of creativity, adventure, and lake fun at Camp Tanglefoot! Start your day by letting your inner artist shine as you tie-dye a t-shirt and make a special painting project. Then dive into the excitement of lake activities! Swim and jump off the Lily Pad and take a scenic ride on the pontoon boat. Throughout the day, you’ll also sing camp songs, play silly games, and make new friends!
Highlights of this session:
– Tie-dye a t-shirt.
– Swim and jump off the Lily Pad.
– Make a painting project.
Registration deadline is 7/23/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Horse Day Camp, August 6
2026-08-06 09:30 - 17:00 | Camp Sacajawea, 638 L Avenue, Boone, IA, 50036, United States

Wicked Experience
2026-09-13 13:00 - 17:00 | Des Moines Civic Center, 221 Walnut St., Des Moines, Iowa, 50309, United States
Get ready to defy gravity with your Girl Scout sisters at an unforgettable Broadway adventure! ✨ On September 13 at 1:00 pm, Girl Scouts will experience the magic of Wicked live on stage, from the moment the lights dim and the music swells to the show-stopping performances that will have you on the edge of your seat.
Follow the untold story of two unlikely friends as they discover courage, confidence, and the power of staying true to who you are. With breathtaking special effects, stunning costumes, and songs you’ll be singing long after the curtain closes, this is more than a show, it’s a memory in the making.
Girl Scouts will sit together in mid-auditorium seats, making it a shared experience filled with cheers, applause, and maybe even a few goosebumps during those iconic high notes!
Important: Groups must register together in one registration to be seated together. Seats will be assigned after registration closes. During registration, you will have the option to indicate if you are attending with a Girl Scout who earned the experience through the cookie program so your group can be seated together.
What’s Included:

Admission to the live Broadway performance of Wicked
Exclusive Girl Scout event patch
Girl Scout–only post-show experience featuring an exclusive after talk session

During the special after-talk, girls will dive deeper into the themes of the show and learn more about what goes into bringing a Broadway production to life.
Important Details:

Run Time: 2 hours and 45 minutes (including a 15-minute intermission)
All Girl Scouts are welcome.
Only children age 5 and over with tickets will be allowed into the theater for this production.
Chaperones are required.

Chaperones are not required for those who have earned the Wicked Experience through the 2026 Girl Scout Cookie Program.

All attendees (youth and adults) must have a ticket.

General registration will open on May 8th. Registration deadline is May 31.

2026 Girl Scout Cookie Program Reward Information
This event is included as a reward opportunity for the 2026 Girl Scout Cookie Program.
Tickets will be reserved first for Girl Scouts who have earned this experience through the cookie program. Any remaining tickets/spots will open to all other Girl Scout members beginning May 8, dependent on availability after rewards are selected.
Please note:

Availability is not guaranteed.
The number of tickets released to general registration (if any) will depend entirely on reward selections.
The best way to secure your spot is to earn the experience through the 2026 Girl Scout Cookie Program Reward Points.

Don’t miss your chance to experience Broadway magic together!

Volunteer with Meals from the Heartland!
2026-09-30 | Meals from the Heartland, 357 Lincoln Street, West Des Moines, IA, 50265, United States
Make a hands-on impact in the fight against hunger! Girl Scout troops, families, and individual members are invited to serve with Meals from the Heartland, a Des Moines–based nonprofit dedicated to empowering people to save lives by fighting hunger.
Meals from the Heartland brings the community together to package nutritious meals for children and families in Iowa and around the world. Volunteers play a critical role in assembling meals that bring hope and nourishment to those who need it most.
What You’ll Do
During a two-hour packaging shift, Girl Scouts and their families will work alongside fellow volunteers and staff at organized stations to:

Fill
Weigh
Seal
Box nutritious meals

Each volunteer helps package an average of 540 meals — enough to feed two children for an entire year!
In 2026, Meals from the Heartland aims to assemble 23.3 million meals, and your troop’s teamwork helps make that goal possible.

Who Can Volunteer
This opportunity is open to troops, families, and individual Girl Scouts. Shifts are held regularly throughout the year, and participants can sign up for a date and time that works best for them using the provided registration link.
Age Guidelines & Adult Ratios
To ensure a safe and successful experience, please follow these guidelines (in addition to all Girl Scout Safety Activity Checkpoints and ratio requirements):

Daisies & Brownies: 1 adult per girl (1:1 ratio required)
Juniors through Cadettes: 1 adult per 5 girls
Seniors & Ambassadors: 1 adult per 9 girls

These ratios help ensure everyone has a safe, fun, and meaningful packaging experience.

Before You Arrive
To help your shift run smoothly:

Arrive 10 minutes early for check-in and orientation
Wear closed-toed shoes and comfortable, casual clothing
Tie back long hair (hairnets and beard nets will be provided)
Remove jewelry before packaging to maintain food safety
Corporate, troop, or branded apparel is encouraged — celebrate your team!
Bring your energy and teamwork — staff will guide you every step of the way

National Service Project: Honoring our Everyday Changemakers
2026-10-01 | Virtual, United States
Participate in a National Service Project

Discover how you can give back to make your community—and the world—a better place.

Small acts of kindness and gratitude can have an incredible impact on your community! And through this national service project, inspired by the Becoming Me program series, Girl Scouts can pay it forward by recognizing the people in their communities who have supported them in finding their unique paths.

National Service Project: Fighting Hunger
2026-10-01 | Virtual, United States
Participate in a National Service Project

Discover how you can give back to make your community—and the world—a better place.

More than 50 million adults, kids, and families in the U.S. are experiencing food insecurity, a number that has only increased since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and may include members of our own communities, friends and family, or members of our troops, making this a sensitive and important take action issue for Girl Scouts.
As they think about how to give back this holiday season, Girl Scouts can make a big difference in their communities—and for children around the world—by supporting hunger relief efforts. There are lots of ways for your troop to make an impact, whether you’re meeting safely in person or virtually and even if you aren’t able to give food directly.

National Service Project: Letter-Writing Service Project
2026-10-01 | Virtual, United States
Participate in a National Service Project

Discover how you can give back to make your community—and the world—a better place.

The idea is simple: girls write letters to people in nursing homes, senior residences, and assisted living facilities, including the dedicated staff and caregivers. This long-distance hug is a way to share your good thoughts with these vulnerable and loved community members.

Girl Scout Tree Promise
2026-10-01 | IA
Girl Scout Tree Promise

Join our mission to protect the planet from the effects of climate change.

All over the world, deforestation and climate change are damaging the planet. Trees help cool communities, reducing the heat island effect created by buildings, machines, and pavement. They also provide habitat for wildlife, create shade on hot summer days, clean water, and remove asthma-causing air pollution.
Join Girl Scouts to make the world a better place as we plant, protect, and honor trees with the Girl Scout Tree Promise. Learn how to solve community problems and use team-building skills to sow seeds of change with family and friends today!

National Service Project: Cupid Crew
2026-10-01 | Virtual, United States
Participate in a National Service Project

Discover how you can give back to make your community—and the world—a better place.
Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity for you and your troop to reach out and show others that you care—especially those who may be alone on a day that’s all about connection!
For our second year, Girl Scouts of the USA is teaming up with Wish of a Lifetime from AARP, an organization dedicated to celebrating older adults’ stories and forging intergenerational connections, for their Cupid Crew 2022 campaign, a volunteer-driven effort to safely create heartfelt cards for older adults who are socially isolated. Building on last year’s momentum, Wish of a Lifetime hopes to send nearly a quarter million cards through the Cupid Crew campaign.
Your troop can help spread joy to thousands of older adults across the country by writing Valentine’s Day cards as part of the Cupid Crew Cards for Valentine’s Day National Service Project.

Sleeping Bag Safari
2026-10-01 | Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo, 3701 S 10th Street, Omaha, NE, 68107, United States
Bring your troop to Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium for a WILD time! Sleeping Bag Safaris are available year-round. Children must be at least 4 years old, and 1 adult is required to attend with every 10 youth. Reservations must be made at least three weeks in advance. All safaris run 7 p.m. to 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted. See below for more information.
Large Group Safari
Groups of at least 25 can call and arrange a private overnight stay. Schools, churches, scouts, summer camps, families and other groups are welcome to make a reservation year-round. Overnight includes educational programming, paid admission, overnight stay, evening snack, night hike, conservation games, movie and morning hike. Other packages are available with additional amenities for a unique and memorable experience. Cost are per person and by facility (see Packages and Pricing list below) with a minimum age of 4 year old.
Reservation Form

Small Group Safaris
Small Group Safaris are overnight programs designed for schools, churches, scouts or summer camps who cannot meet our 25-person Large Group Safari minimum. The program includes educational programming, overnight stay, paid admission, and evening snack. Groups will go on a night hike, play conservation games, watch a movie and go on a morning hike. Guests must be 4 years old or older.

Safaris run from 7 p.m. – 9 a.m. and are costs $40.00 – $50.00 per person.

Make a Reservation

Omaha Zoo: Girl Scout Classes
2026-10-01 | Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo, 3701 S 10th Street, Omaha, NE, 68107, United States
What better way to work toward a badge than to go on an adventure with the Zoo? Join us on a quest to answer questions like: How does the Ocean affect weather and climate? How do animals adapt to habitat loss? And what can we do the help the environment? Classes are two hours long and can be booked any day of the week or weekend with a minimum of five youth. (One adult is required to attend with a 1/10 ratio minimum requirement). Classes are open to all youth (check age requirements) and are geared toward meeting badge requirements while engaging students in hands-on learning.
Earn, learn, and visit the Zoo at the same time. Private Girl Scout Classes cost $25 per youth (2-hour class) or $35 per youth (3-hour class) and must be booked at least three weeks in advance with a five-participant minimum. Cost is reduced by $5 per scout if booked with an overnight experience. Topics are listed in the tabs below.
Daisies (5-7 yrs. old)

Eco-Learner
Outdoor Art Maker
Courageous and Strong
Make the World a Better Place
Use Resources Wisely

Brownies (7-9 yrs. old)

Eco-Friend
Outdoor Art Creator
Bugs
Hiker (at Wildlife Safari Park only)
Wonders of Water Journey

Juniors (8-12 yrs. old)

Eco Camper
Animal Habitats
Outdoor Art Explorer
Flowers
Gardener

Cadettes (11-14 yrs. old)

Eco-Trekker
Animal Helpers
Outdoor Art Apprentice
Trees
Night Owl

Seniors (14-16 yrs. old)

Eco-Explorer
Outdoor Art Expert
Sky

Ambassadors (16-18 yrs. old)

Eco-Advocate
Outdoor Art Master
Water

Contact scouts@OmahaZoo.com or (402) 738-2092 for more information.

Blank Park Zoo: Group Visits
2026-10-01 | Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50315, United States
Group Visits at Blank Park Zoo
Discounted admission is available for groups of 15 paying guests or more. Reservations are required at least 2 weeks advance to receive a school discount.
Group admission:

Students – $6
Chaperones – 1 free for every 10 students, $12 for additional chaperones being paid by the school, youth group, scout group, or day care.
Chaperones not included on the school/youth group bill will need to pay full admissions pricing. Chaperones with a Zoo membership must get their membership scanned before entering with the group.

Click here to fill out a school group visit request.
Get organized! Click here to download our School Group Visit Guide and checklist.

Educational Add-ons for Group Visits
Ambassador Animal Programs:
Ambassador Animal Programs are private programs for up to 50 people. Cost is $55 per program and lasts half an hour.

Programs must be scheduled 2 weeks prior to your visit
Program times are 10:30, 11:30, 12:30 or 1:30
Groups over 50 must request multiple programs

Vet Clinic Tours:
Vet Clinic Tours are private behind the scenes tours of our Animal Health Center for up to 15 people. These tours are best suited for High School students. Cost is $100 per tour and lasts half an hour.

Programs must be scheduled 4 weeks prior to your visit
Tour times are determined by vet staff availability

Career Panels:
Career Panels are an opportunity for students to engage with different Zoo staff and explore the different career options available at a Zoo. Career panels are best suited for Middle School and High School students. Cost is $55 and lasts half an hour.

Programs must be scheduled 4 weeks prior to your visit
Panel times are 11:00 or 1:00

For more information or to book a reservation, please call the education office at 515-974-2550 or email education@blankparkzoo.org.

Chasing Laurels Horseback Riding
2026-10-01 | Chasing Laurels, 7820 SE Vandalia Dr., Runnells, IA, 50237, United States
Hey Girl Scouts! Ready to saddle up for a new adventure? Join Chase Corley at Chasing Laurels to earn your Horseback Riding Badge. You will gain all the skills you need to feel confident and comfortable around horses and even take a ride!
Everyone attending must sign a waiver form.
Chaperones are required and must follow ratio guidelines. Tag-a-longs are not allowed.
Chasing Laurels is a CHA certified stable and approved by Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa.
To schedule your Horseback Riding Adventure contact Chase Corley at chasinglaurels@gmail.com or at 515-447-6866.
Girl Scout Clinic Information Sheet
Girl Scout Clinic Registration Form
2025 Chasing Laurels General Waiver

American Red Cross Online Basic Babysitter Training
2026-10-01 | Virtual, United States
American Red Cross Online only Babysitter Course
Designed primarily for youth ages 11 and older, this online, self-paced course will prepare students to be better babysitters. Topics include how to provide care for infants and children; how to stay safe; what to do in an emergency; how to choose age-appropriate activities; and how to recognize and handle a variety of behaviors. Students will also learn the basics of starting a babysitting business. The course consists of six interactive modules featuring video, activities, games and tools babysitters can use to build their knowledge and skills and manage their babysitting business. All registrants will receive digital access to American Red Cross manuals and reference guides. This course, which includes a final exam at the end, takes about 4 hours to complete. Students who successfully complete the course will receive a printable certificate.
Contact Safety Solved for more information:
Phone: 303-257-9589
Email: Info@Safety-Solved.com

Student Role Models
2026-10-01 | IA
Student Role Models are current undergraduate STEM students at Iowa State University employed by the Program for Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE). Role Models visit classrooms and other academic settings across Iowa to provide hands-on STEM activities for K-12 youth. Role Models encourage an interest in STEM fields and share their college and STEM experiences.

Request a visit from our Role Models by clicking the link provided.
