Girl Scouts of the USA is the world’s preeminent organization dedicated solely to girls—all girls. 
In an accepting and nurturing environment, girls build character and skills for success in the real world.  In partnership with committed adult volunteers, girls develop qualities that will serve them all their lives, like leadership, strong values, social conscience, and conviction about their own potential self-worth.

The Girl Scout program is designed specifically for girls.  Their needs and interests are the basis for program development.  Activities are designed specifically to help girls develop critical life skills.

Girls have a place where they are encouraged to try new things and experiment with new ideas.  They are expected to be decision-makers and leaders.  They can take risks and learn from their mistakes in a supportive environment of their peers without social pressures to conform to stereotyped expectations.

·          66% of Women of Professional Achievement were Girl Scouts.

·          72% of Girl Scouts say that the Girl Scout Promise and Law help them make good moral    
   decisions.

·          2% of all Girl Scouts will use her scouting skills to save a life!

·          32% more Girl Scouts than non-Girl Scouts will refuse alcohol at a party.

·          72% more Girl Scouts than non-Girl Scouts will choose truth over peer pressure.

●       40% more Girl Scouts than non-Girl Scouts won’t cheat on a test.
 

Age Levels in Girl Scouting

Daisy Girl Scouts
Kindergarten or ages 5-6

Brownie Girl Scouts
Grades 1-2-3 or ages 6-8

Junior Girl Scouts 
Grades (3)-4-5-6 or ages 9-11

Cadette Girl Scouts 
Grades (6)-7-8-9 or ages 12-14

Senior Girl Scouts
Grades (9)-10-11-12 or ages 15-17
 

How much will Girl Scouts cost?

Each girl and adult in Girl Scouting pays $10.00 annually to the Girl Scouts of the
USA.  These national dues are for developing materials and programs, for training
leaders, for activity insurance, and for research and development to keep Girl Scouting
vital and strong.

What are Troop/Group Dues?

Girls and their leaders decide the amount of dues and how often they are collected. 
Dues vary from troop to troop according to the cost of desired program activities and
projects and the supplies needed by the troop.

What is Financial Aid?

No girl is denied access to a program because of inability to pay.  Financial assistance
 is available for membership dues, any program or event developed and offered by
Northern Pine Council, and camp programs.  All applications are confidential.