Volunteer Connections by Girl Scouts of Nassau County

Plainedge Girl Scout Junior Troop #3456 started their Bronze Award project in June of 2013. Krystyna, Erica, Jessica, Sarah, Julia, Gianna, Natalia and Jacklyn decided that they wanted to positively impact the lives of animals. After much research, the girls decided to focus on making the world a better place for dogs. They wanted to permanently place water bowls in dog parks for people who forget to bring water for their dogs. They met with the owners of Marine Dog Supply. The Amato brothers helped the girls think their project through during a lively discussion. After evaluating the pros and cons of their idea, they decided that public water bowls may spread diseases. The girls hit the road again. Their next field trip was to the Last Hope Animal Shelter. There they learned that different breeds face different issues. For example, because of the facial structure of Pugs they take a very long time to drink a very small amount of water therefore requiring more frequent opportuni...

This week, Girl Scout Juniors have been exploring fun ways to interact with music and sound. Using wireless tablets and laptops, girls have been creating, recording, manipulating and synthesizing sounds, to create their own songs, remix and sound collages.  Today is the last day of the program and tonight the girls will be presenting their music creations to their friends and families.   Thank girls for making the GSNC Service Center so musical and Good Luck tonight!

Last week, I received an email from two Troop leaders who wanted to share their story of how their Girl Scout Junior Troop helped other Junior Troops in their area who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. I am so proud of all of my Girl Scouts for the Courage, Confidence and Character they have shown in aiding their sister Girl Scouts over the last 7 ½ months. Here is their inspiring story... A few weeks ago, our Junior troop had the pleasure of hosting two Massapequa troops to offer support post Hurricane Sandy. Troop 3476 welcomed Junior troops 2388 & 2408 to a night of earning the Simple Foods. All items were donated by our troop and each scout learned how to set a table, table etiquette, create a healthy breakfast, lunch and dinner. We spoke about the food pyramid and topped the night off with each scout leaving with Panini desserts to take home to mom and dad. The scouts worked together in prepping, cooking and cleaning up (Yes, cleaning up). We closed the meet...

 Happy 101st Birthday Girl Scouts!! Part of the 101st Birthday of Girl Scouting is showing your Girl Scout Pride.  One method of showing that you are part of Girl Scouts is by wearing a Girl Scout Uniform or Outfit that says "I am a Girl Scout"! What Does a Completed Girl Scout Uniform Consist of? The Complete Outfit Girl Scout Uniform Series Puts Together the Entire Girl Scout Junior Ensemble! Have you been wondering what uniform components your Girl Scout Junior should have?   Well, GSNC has decided to break down the uniform into the Top 10 important uniform pieces which will provide your Junior Girl Scout with the complete “Junior Look”. Top 10 Must Haves for a Girl Scout Junior... Girl Scout Junior Vest American Flag Patch Junior Council ID Strip Junior Troop Numerals Junior Insignia Tab World Association Pin Girl Scout Membership Pin Junior Stripe Hoodie Junior Cluster Necklace Junior Headband Set Visit Girl Scouts of Nassau County...