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From the backyard to the backcountry,<br />

Girl Scouts has a long, storied, and<br />

successful history of getting girls<br />

outdoors.<br />

In fact, many Girl Scouts tell us “c<strong>amp</strong>ing trips”<br />

are one of the best things about their Girl Scout<br />

experience. It’s true: connecting with nature in<br />

a girl-led setting is a big benefit of belonging to<br />

Girl Scouts. Studies show that girls today are not<br />

spending nearly enough time outdoors.<br />

Technology and structured activities leave less<br />

time for girls to get outside and enjoy nature. But<br />

as a Girl Scout, she’ll have plenty of opportunities<br />

to create her own outdoor adventures and<br />

develop a lifelong appreciation for nature and the<br />

out-of-doors—whether with her troop, at c<strong>amp</strong>,<br />

or with friends and family.<br />

And that’s great news—because when Girl Scouts<br />

get outside, they:<br />

• Discover that they can better solve problems<br />

and overcome challenges<br />

• Develop leadership skills, build social bonds, and<br />

are happier overall<br />

• Become team players and care more about<br />

protecting our environment<br />

When girls spend quality time outdoors and<br />

increase their exposure to nature, they thrive<br />

physically, emotionally, and intellectually. And<br />

there are tons of Outdoor Program opportunities<br />

for girls to choose from. Review the information<br />

below and explore this Outdoor/Summer Guide<br />

with the girls in your life. Info is also available on<br />

our website at www.citrus-gs.org. We can’t<br />

wait to see you this summer!

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