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Destinations
& Travel Opportunities
Imagine participating in a service project in Costa Rica, or training like an
astronaut at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama.
Whether you’re going on an expedition in Honduras, trekking the rocks and
wilderness of Minnesota, or visiting the Juliette Low House in Savannah,
Georgia, Girl Scouts is your place for travel!
Girl Scout destinations are your chance to go somewhere new, do something
you’ve never done, and meet people from everywhere you can imagine.
The possibilities are endless, so what’s stopping you from having the time
of your life?
You pick the trip that appeals to you the most, fill out an application telling us
why you want to go, and then you’re on your way. You’ll travel with other Girl
Scouts from around the country and take part in different activities, which vary
depending on the trip you chose. Destinations are open to girls ages 11–17. Learn
more about the program and how to apply by attending one of the information
sessions or by visiting www.girlscouts.org/forgirls/travel/destinations. Girls who
would like to be considered for a destination must submit their application and
references to girlawards@gsep.org by Tuesday, November 1, 2012.
attend an Information Session
Wednesday, October 3
7:00–8:30 PM
Lehigh Valley SC
Tuesday, October 9
7:00–8:30 PM
Shelly Ridge SC
Monday, October 15
7:00–8:30 PM
Valley Forge SC
All destinations participants are required to
attend a workshop in late winter regarding
travel tips and GSEP expectations.
Questions ?
Financial aid for
your Destinations
begins with you!
by Camisha T.
My Destination Experience
My first destination was Aviation Challenge and Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama.
I flew on a plane by myself and I was very excited to get there. During my first week
I learned how to fly a fighter jet plane, how to survive in
different types of locations, build a campfire, and
put up a tent. Finally I learned how to do military
missions. On my second week at camp I met a
famous astronaut and did different types of
projects. We went to the amusement park behind the
camp, and completed astronaut missions. I enjoyed
meeting new friends during my destination.
Earn credit through the Older
Girl Travel Plan by selling
Girl Scout cookies. The
credits can be used toward
the cost of your destination.
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