Troop Leader Spotlight: April 2024
April 19, 2024
[Pictured from left to right: Pamela Binegar, Brionna Miller, Leah Nishwitz]
Meet Pamela Binegar, Brionna Miller and Leah Nishwitz. These three amazing troop leaders were nominated by their peers for their dedication and outstanding leadership. Troop leaders work hard every day to deliver a high quality Girl Scout Leadership Experience for girls.
Pamela Binegar, Troop 61232
Time Volunteering: 7 years
Service Unit: 654 Whispering Pines
Favorite Girl Scout Cookies®: Thin Mints
What are three things you wish you could tell yourself when you first became a troop leader?
1. As hard as it can be at times, these adventures will be memorable to the girls
2. Don’t stress on the small details & trying to please everyone
3. Cookie season won’t be so chaotic, it all gets easier the older they get!
What are your two favorite things about being a Troop Leader?
1. Watching the girls grow into young ladies & mature
2. Being able to experience our wonderful adventures with the girls
What is one of your favorite Girl Scout memories?
We have so many unique adventures that we have experienced but my favorite was when we slept under the Hubble Space Telescope at Kennedy Space Center.
Brionna Miller, Troop 31843
Time Volunteering: 5 years
Service Unit: 601 Coacoochee
Favorite Girl Scout Cookies®: Tagalongs
What are three things you wish you could tell yourself when you first became a troop leader?
1. The things that seem the hardest or the most difficult to accomplish are ultimately the most rewarding experiences for the girls.
2. Don’t be afraid to try new things.
3. Make sure you clear out a lot of space for supplies.
What are your two favorite things about being a Troop Leader?
1. Watching my daughters and their friends grow up together and be part of a strong community is inspiring.
2. I also love getting to learn about new things like Robotics and Animal Habitats alongside the girls!
What is one of your favorite Girl Scout memories?
he Sleepover at the Florida Aquarium. There were a lot of challenges to get it put together but it ended up being an amazing experience that many of the girls want to repeat!
Anything Else?
I could not do this without the help of my coleader, Carrie. She manages all the things I can’t and more- together we make a great team for our girls!
Leah Nishwitz, Troop 43609
Time Volunteering: 5 years
Service Unit: 632 Joining Rivers
Favorite Girl Scout Cookies®: Somoa
What are three things you wish you could tell yourself when you first became a troop leader?
1. If you need help just ask. Your fellow Girl Scout Sisters have been there done that and are very willing to provide you with support and supplies if they have them.
2. Be willing to dive in with your girls. The girls are more excited about the activities when you are participating with them.
3. You don’t have to overthink it. This is girl led and the girls will tell you what they want to learn.
What are your two favorite things about being a Troop Leader?
My two favorite things about being a Girl Scout leader, this is a hard one. There are so many reasons! Watching the girls learn new skills and being proud to show them off is by far one of my favorite things. Another one of my favorite things about being a troop leader is learning right along side of my scouts. I have learned so many new skills since becoming a troop leader and can’t wait to learn more.
What is one of your favorite Girl Scout memories?
One of my favorite Girl Scout memories is our Ohana encampment. The long drive was full of singing and laughter. The girls loved every moment of it and so did I. They were eager to find out where they were sleeping, what the schedule was and playing at the park was a must! The girls impressed me when they showed the ropes to the newest scout. It was her first time camping with Girl Scouts and she had a blast. We danced the night away at the luau and the girls even packed up in the morning without being asked!
Anything else?
Girl Scouts has been a life changing experience for my two girls and I. I love Girl Scouts!
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