I could write a novel of my Girl Scouting experiences and memories from the opportunities I have received through Girl Scouting. I feel very passionate about what Girl Scouting means to me and the community. I started out as a Daisy Girl Scout in Kindergarten. Where I met my best friend for life. I have been in a couple troops as I have moved up in the years through Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Embassdors. Through the different troops I have had different leaders even sometimes as my own mom. I looked up to these leaders as I still do today. I have earned many badges, journeys, studio 2b's, and awards. I have also earned my Bronze, Silver and Gold award. I fell in love from the start and made a commitment to myself that I would be a Girl Scout all the way through. I also made a commitment that I would earn my Gold award. I made these goals as a young Girl Scout and here I am achieved.In the meetings I learned a lot about myself and the world around me. Girl Scouts opened range of doors for me.
As young Girl Scouts we would do crafts, explore different interests, and go places like the zoo or have a giant slumber party. I got to go to summer camps each summer and enjoy horse back riding and the great outdoor experience. As we got older we would learn about the future, small trips and river rafting, do a lot more service, and have adventures that were worth while. To top it off we were able to go on trips like to New York, a carnival cruise to Canada, and Washington D.C. Most of these things I would have never have done if I were not a Girl Scout. These opportunities where for me and my troop to enjoy and experience together as we grew as sister Girl Scouts.
I am 19 years old and have been a Girl Scout since I was 5 and am still actively involved. I am now a hired Girl Scout staff at a Girl Scout camp I have grown up attending. I can't imagine my life with out Girl Scouts. Below is a picture of Juliette Gordan Low. The founder of Girl Scouts in 1920, 100 years ago this year!
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