Girl Scouts Connected: March
03/06/2024
Upcoming Events
What are you going to try next? Check out the Event List to see unique opportunities in your area to explore new activities. Don't forget to pay attention to the registration deadline!
2024 Cookie Program
Important March Dates
March 8: Inital ACH
March 10-16: Girl Scout Week
March 12: Girl Scout Birthday
March 25: Cookie Program Ends
March 27: 5 for 5 Submissions Close
March 28: Troops complete all transfers and reward orders
March 31: Service Unit Cookie Managers Verify and Submit Orders
Cookie Exchange Groups
Did you run out of cookies or can't make it to a Cookie Cupboard? Join one of our Cookie Exchange groups to exchange cookies with other troops in your area.
GSDH Cookie Exchange (SW District) (Rapid City and surrounding area)
GSDH Cookie Exchange (NE District) (Fargo, Grand Forks, and surrounding area
GSDH Cookie Exchange (NW District) (Bismarck, Minot, and surrounding area
GSDH Cookie Exchange (SE District) (Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, Watertown, Yankton, and surrounding areas)
Heroes on the Horizons
Girl Scouts have a long tradition of making the world a better place and knowing the importance of community service and the value of giving back! During the Cookie Program, this can be achieved through our Heroes on the Horizon donation program.
Heroes on the Horizon encourages girls to ask customers/businesses to donate as little as $5 so cookies can find their way to military organizations, first responders, and other local heroes throughout GSDH.
What a sweet deal! Encourage customers to buy one box of cookies for themselves and another to give - through the Heroes on the Horizon program. Amp up your Heroes on the Horizon contributions by using this box wrap. Printed copies will also be available in our Council Cookie Cupboards.
GSDH facilitates the delivery of cookies purchased through the Heroes on the Horizon program with organizations such as VA Hospitals, military outreach clinics, Feeding America/Backpack Program, and several first responders throughout the council.
All Heroes on the Horizon donations count towards girl rewards and troop proceeds.
Own Your Magic!
If you need any help or clarification, your Troop Co-Leader or Cookie Coordinator are your go-to people! Of course, Member Services is always here to help as well. They can be reached at 1-800-666-2141 or at help@gsdakotahorizons.org.
Mark Your Calendars - Renew Your Membership Starting April 1
Are you looking forward to another year of adventure?! We're excited to have you! Starting April 1st, you can renew your Girl Scout membership for another year. AND if you renew in April or May, you will receive a number of FREE gifts! To check out this year's Spring Renewal incentives, visit our website.
Girl Scout Week
Every year we call to action Girl Scouts everywhere to commit to seven goals and accompanying activities–whether girls have time for them this week or want to take them on in the months to come. After all, being a Girl Scout isn't just for special occasions! This year the dates for Girl Scout Week are March 10-16.
Patch Program
Celebrate Girl Scout Week by doing something to fulfill each part of the Girl Scout Promise and take time to Discover, Connect, and Take Action.
Retail
Shop in-store or at Juliette's Boutique during Girl Scout Week to receive 15% off the entire store, including clearance items!
Summer Event Registration Now Open
Join us this summer for an outdoor adventure at Girl Scout camp, where you’ll have room to explore, play, and grow. Find your strengths and challenge yourself as you navigate activities on the water, at the campsite, and along the trail.
Browse the Event List to find a camp or event.
Earn your Changemaker Patch - Fire Charm
If you joined Girl Scouts or renewed your membership during our 2023 Spring Renewal campaign, you received our Changemaker patch with the chance to earn additional charms throughout the year. Now is your chance to earn your Fire Charm. All you have to do is attend one Girl Scout camp this summer.
Spring Into Summer
Summertime brings nothing but smiles and sunshine, so let's get an early start! Join us for an afternoon of swimming (inside) and exploring traditional Girl Scout camp activities to get ready for summer!
Spring Into Summer will be coming to eight cities across our council. Find the one nearest you and register today!
*Did we mention when your Girl Scout attends a Spring Into Summer event, she will have the chance to win an inflatable blow-up mattress that's perfect for camping!? You don't want to miss out on this great prize!
Annual Meeting: Still Time to Register!
The 2024 Girl Scouts Dakota Horizons Annual Meeting is on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Each service unit should elect Delegates to represent them. Girl Scout members aged 14 years and older can be elected Delegates. If you are interested in becoming a Delegate, please contact your service unit. All members are welcome to attend the Annual Meeting, however, only delegates may vote. Registration deadline is March 31, 2024. Visit the website for details and registration information.
Share your Story
What has your Girl Scout, troop, or service unit been working on this spring? We want to spread your inspiring Girl Scout stories to our communities and donors across the council. Complete the form with your story and picture.
