Girl Scout Summer

Make It a Girl Scout Summer

Big fun, fresh adventures, and endless ways to make the most of your summer.

Summer is here, and Girl Scouts of West Central Florida is ready with ways to explore, create, read, get outdoors, and try something new. Whether you’ve been a Girl Scout for years or are just getting started, this is your go-to place for fun all season long. From patch programs and family-friendly events to outdoor adventures and leadership opportunities, there are plenty of ways to make this a summer to remember.

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Summer Event Calendar

Patch programs

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Troop Experience Guide

Summer Quick Look

May

Plan your summer, set a goal, and choose a few adventures to look forward to.

June

Jump into summer with the Sunshine Reader’s Club Patch, Pride Month activities, and featured events like WonderWorks and Universal.

July

Keep the fun going with reading, outdoor exploration, and America250 activities.

August

Finish summer strong with one more patch, project, outdoor adventure, or leadership activity before the new Girl Scout year begins.

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Plan Your Summer

Start with a goal, a wish list, or one new thing you want to try.

May is the perfect time to dream up your Girl Scout summer. Create a bucket list, set a goal, choose a patch program, or pick a few adventures to try along the way. Whether your summer is full of plans or slower days at home, Girl Scouts can be part of it.

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Read, Imagine, Explore

Take a story with you wherever summer leads.

The Sunshine Reader’s Club Patch is a fun way to make reading part of your summer adventure. Girls can explore books, audiobooks, graphic novels, and more—then bring stories to life through creativity, conversation, and imagination.

For younger Girl Scouts, Daisy book-based activities offer playful ways to connect reading with teamwork, creativity, friendship, and Take Action ideas.

Want to keep the fun going while you read? Try jotting down a favorite quote, drawing a scene, writing about a favorite character, or keeping a simple summer reading journal.

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Get Outside

Step outside, explore something new, and leave the world a little better than you found it.

Summer is the perfect time to follow your curiosity outdoors. Visit a park, enjoy nature close to home, try a new challenge, or discover something new in your neighborhood.

Girl Scouts also know how to make a difference. As you explore, consider joining a cleanup, helping with a community service project, or connecting with a local group that cares for the environment.

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Try Something New

Say yes to a summer adventure.

Summer is a great time to try something new with Girl Scouts. This season’s featured opportunities include special outings like the WonderWorks sleepover and the Universal event, along with other ways to explore all that Girl Scouts has to offer.

Even if your troop is taking a break, you can still fill your summer with fun memories, new experiences, and chances to step outside your comfort zone.

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Celebrate Stories, History, and Community

Discover the people, moments, and communities that shape our world.

Summer is a great time to dive into patch programs and experiences that celebrate identity, history, and community. Featured opportunities include Pride Month activities in June and America250 activities in July, along with more ways to learn, reflect, and connect throughout the season.

These experiences give girls the chance to discover something new while building empathy, confidence, and curiosity along the way.

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Pride Month Patch Program | Purchase Patch
Pride Month Patch Spanish version
America250 Patch
America 250 GSWCF Program - COMING SOON...
Florida Symbols Coloring Book

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Lead with Kindness

Use your time, talents, and heart to make a difference.

Summer is a great time to grow as a leader. Whether you're helping in your community, exploring Girl Scout leadership paths, or discovering what it means to take action, there are many ways to build confidence and make an impact.

It’s also a perfect time to learn more about the Girl Scout Highest Awards and other leadership opportunities—especially for girls ready to take the next step in their Girl Scout journey.

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Your Summer, Your Way

However you spend your summer, Girl Scouts is here with ways to keep exploring, learning, and having fun. Follow what excites you, try something new, and make it a summer full of memories.

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