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Girl Scouting is . . .

A movement that gives all girls a chance to develop their potential, to make friends, and to become a vital part of their community. In partnership with caring adult volunteers, Girl Scouting opens up a world of opportunity for girls. At Swift Water, we are proud of our program, our volunteers, our girls and everything they will accomplish now and in the future.

In Girl Scouts, girls can . . .

Develop lifelong interests, learn a new sport, travel the world, grow in self-esteem, take risks in  safe, all-girl environment, explore career fields, experience outdoor adventures, take on a leadership role, give service to her community, have a ton of fun, make a difference in the world!

You can help!

So many parents get involved with Girl Scouting because they believe this program has something to offer their daughters and they want to be part of that experience. Getting involved is easy because there are so many ways that you can. Research shows your involvement enhances your daughter's Girl Scout experience! Whether you have only one free hour a week or one free hour a month, there is an important position for you. The possibilities are really endless, but here are some ways you can make this Girl Scout year GREAT! And make life for your daughter's leader a whole lot easier, too!

1. Sponsor a troop through your business. Sponsors can provide almost anything, from a meeting place, money, to a van for a field trip.
2. Attend one or two field trips and help with the transportation.
3. Agree to bring a meeting snack once a year. Talk with other parents about doing the same.
4. Offer to do the troop phone calls, copy or translate materials, or help with record keeping. Any skills you have can help the troop!
5. Help with a cookie booth sale.
6. Be a parent helper at one or two meetings a year. You can help provide activities, serve as a consultant on Try-Its or badges, or volunteer to be a program resource for the troop and broaden the girls' experience with your expertise.
7. Attend all parent meetings.
8. Assist with shopping or rounding up equipment when needed.
9. Share special skills or your career with girls.
10. Care for younger children during meetings.
11. Help by being the cookie or Fall Product (candy, nuts) parent (a job many dads enjoy!). Or take the council's free outdoor or first-aid training and be the camp-certified or first-aid certified person for your daughter's troop.
12. Talk to your group leader and let her/him know you're willing to help and find out how you can contribute.
13. Donate to the Family Partnership Campaign. Your financial gift will benefit your daughter's troop and the entire Girl Scout Council!
    

Take an hour a week and get involved. You'll become a part of your daughter's life and will enjoy watching her grow as a leader, as a member of a team, and as a girl. Sure, the girl comes first in Girl Scouting, but as the adult members can attest, there's a lot of fun in it for grownups, too! Find out more about volunteering.

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