Last year, thousands of Girl Scouts connected with nature in meaningful ways through adventure and exploration during the 2019 Girl Scouts Love State Parks weekend. Your excitement and participation made it clear: Girl Scouts Love State Parks weekend had to come back in 2020!
Despite many challenges posed by the global COVID-19 crisis, we are making it possible for Girl Scouts to still participate and have fun!
We’re proud to partner with the National Association of State Park Directors (NASPD), so Girl Scouts can attend exciting activities at their local state park or enjoy virtual tours and resources from the safety of their homes!
Here are four things you need to know to participate and unlock your special patch for the 2020 Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend:
Choose your own state park adventure!
Choose how you want to participate—you heard us right! Celebrate Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend on September 12–13 by signing up for in-person events with your council. Check with your council to make sure they are participating and hosting in-person events. You can choose to opt-out of in-person events and explore state parks online from the comfort of your couch. But wait! There’s more: To help you discover the magic of state parks from home, we’ve created a special video interactive map—EPIC!
The Patch and the Passport
Whether you choose to participate in an in-person event or explore state parks virtually, you can earn your limited-edition 2020 Girl Scouts Love State Parks patch. Head to the Girl Scout Shop or a participating council store and claim your patch. Don't forget, you can also print and work on your Girl Scout State Parks Passport.
Enjoy the Outdoors Responsibly
You may live in a state where it’s OK to enjoy the outdoors during the pandemic. Of course, as Girl Scouts, we always want to practice safety and be prepared. Here are a few tips for you to consider before going outdoors:
Check with your council for guidance regarding event preregistration and requirements. These may vary from council to council.
Pack snacks, water, and any essentials, such as hand sanitizer or sunscreen.
If advised by your council or your state government, bring a face mask.
Leave no trace! Respect your state parks and be sure to take your garbage back with you.
Check the state park you’re visiting about which of their usual amenities might be closed. Call in advance to find out, for instance, if their restrooms are open for use—if not, make sure you go before you go!
Share! Share! Share! Take to social media and share your state park adventures with your friends, family, and sister Girl Scouts. Tag your posts with @girlscouts and use #gsoutdoors Girl Scouts is about having life-changing experiences, building friendships, and making the world a better place by caring for our beautiful planet and those around us. And the outdoors is the perfect place to do it all! So, don’t wait! Get started on your Girl Scouts Love State Parks adventure. The Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend is possible thanks to Johnson & Johnson. Johnson & Johnson has been championing women and giving them the tools, resources, and opportunities to succeed at work and at home since its founding more than 130 years ago. Johnson & Johnson’s has generously supported the Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey for Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors, which prepares girls to experiment, explore their environment, and push boundaries in healthy ways, all while learning how they can improve the world through STEM.
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