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Get ready for good friends, life skills, and tons of fun.

Have you ever wanted to design your own computer game? Go on an unforgettable camping adventure? What about throw a massive dance party or plant a tree in your neighborhood? Whatever you’ve always dreamed of doing starts with being a Girl Scout!

As a Girl Scout, you’ll try fun new things, discover your hidden talents, gain amazing life skills, have real-world learning experiences, and—most importantly—find a supportive group of friends who have your back no matter what.

If you’re ready to make awesome memories with forever friends, it’s time to join our squad. 

Is your child starting kindergarten or first grade this fall?

Kick off her adventure with Get Ready with Girl Scouts™, a special summer program designed just for new members—perfect for making friends and beginning her Girl Scout journey!

When she joins through Extended Year Membership*, she’ll enjoy:

  • Three activity books shipped directly to her in August, filled with fun activities to get her ready for the new school year.
  • E-newsletters with more activities for the whole family, including tips and resources for caregivers.
  • A surprise gift just to welcome her to Girl Scouts!
  • Access to everything Girl Scouts offers through September 2027.
  • All while becoming part of an amazing community of friends.
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Join as an individual member and participate based on your interests.

New to Girl Scouts? With our Extended Year Membership, you can start as early as April 2026 and keep the fun going through September 2027!

You’ll unlock a world of adventure, friendship, and discovery for $91 for girls and $42 for adults who are joining for the first time. Jump in early and experience all the amazing things waiting for you in Girl Scouts!

Join today and watch her thrive.

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What is Girl Scouts?
Girl Scouts is more than an activity—it’s a Movement dedicated to building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.

Why do girls love being Girl Scouts?
Girl Scouts is a way of life that brings out the best in your girl, even in the most challenging of times. While they’re learning about STEM, the outdoors, entrepreneurship, and important life skills, Girl Scouts are also discovering new ways to make their family and community stronger, kinder, and better for everyone.

How does it work? What’s a “troop”?
Groups of Girl Scouts, called troops, typically meet weekly or every other week for an hour or two. Guided by adult volunteers, troop members choose the hands-on activities and projects that excite them, try new things, and cheer each other on. Together, they earn badges to reflect their successes and show the world what they’re made of.

What’s the goal?
Making sure girls are given the opportunity to reach their full potential by developing values and skills that will lead them to happier lives.  

When can I get started?
If your girl is ready to let her best self shine and start creating the world she wants to see, she’s ready to be a Girl Scout today. A Girl Scout membership is $45—plus any applicable council fees. A Girl Scout membership year starts on October 1 and lasts until September 30 of the following year, but you can get started early by joining or renewing your membership in April each year.

*The annual Girl Scout membership is valid from October 1 through September 30 of the following year. For a limited time, girls and adults who are new to Girl Scouts can join through the Extended Year membership and be a Girl Scout through September 30, 2027. 


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