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I started as a Girl Scout leader 7 years ago. My goal at the time was to spend time with my daughters...getting outdoors and experiencing nature. The program offers so many different activities and they are so easy to follow, with my busy schedule it's great. Over the years as I have watched my girls and others grow I have felt if I could share the rewards with other potential leaders and girls I have succeeded. It is a great experience not just for the girls but for the adults as well. I highly recommend Girl Scouting for everyone.

I have been a Girl Scout volunteer for 21 of the last 31 years. I have the extreme pleasure of watching girls grow to be confident young women who are contributing very positively to their communities. Girl Scouts gives girls a chance to learn and do a wide variety of things in a safe environment. Even the best families can't offer their girls the scope of choices Girl Scouts offers. As a volunteer I have grown from a young woman who really didn't think she had much to offer to a woman who can look back with amazement at the abilities (even talents!) I have developed. I changed from "I can't do that" to "Sure, let's make it happen!". Over the years I have volunteered in many different types of GS service, both long term and short term projects. Even at nearly 61 years of age I am a troop leader and involved in developing special program events for troops. I am growing and learning because of our Girl Scout program... and loving it. There’s something for everyone in Girl Scouts!