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Join thousands of Girl Scouts in hundreds of state parks across the United States to find adventure, explore nature, and learn what Girl Scouts is all about!
This year, Girl Scouts and their families can participate in the Girl Scouts Love State Parks weekend virtually, in-person, or both! Stay tuned for more updates as they are available.
Join us in person at one of Get Outdoors events! Join GSGI to explore the outdoors and learn new skills at these free open-house events. Check out the event link for more details:
Chaperones are required.
Please review all Safety Activity Checkpoints prior to participating in any activity. 2023 Girl Scouts Love State Parks patches can be purchased through the online Girl Scout Shop.
Find State Parks Near You
Check out the Iowa DNR’s directory for a full list of Iowa State Parks and recreation areas.
Download GSUSA’s Girl Scouts Love State Parks Passport!
DIY Activities
Try out one of these fun activities at your local state park or in your own backyard!
- Outdoor Art Hike
- Mindfulness and Meditation in the Outdoors
- Nature Impressions
- Pollinator Water Station
- Urban Hiking (from our Girl Scout Sisters at the Girl Scouts of Colorado council)
- Leave No Trace
- Iowa DNR Activities