Yes – 2011 Is the current GSUSA badge
Released in 2019 but is considered part of the 2011 Girl’s Guide. The Cadette page has information on when all badges were released.
What is this badge about?
Go on three different 6 hour hikes on 3 different days or a 3-mile run.
Choose your own activities!
Activity List(Not Available Yet)
Our Summary* of requirements:
- Decide if you are trail running or hiking, AND what three hikes to take if you are hiking OR what mile you are trail running.
Hiking – Train for and complete all three of the trail challenges on three different days with minimum six hours on the trail each day (minimum 2,000-foot cumulative elevation gain, minimum of 10 miles, and trail on a terrain different from previous hikes you’ve done)
Trail Running – Train to build endurance for running a long distance at a comfortable pace, at least 3 mile distance - Pick the place you will take your three hikes OR mile run AND make one plan (research destination, plan activities along the trail, OR decide what budget you need).
- Make a gear list for your run/hike after researching what you need.
- Practice by trying running/hiking with an experienced runner/hiker, talking to a coach/expert, OR doing visualization exercises.
- Do the three runs/hikes AND have fun while doing so (shoot an action video or action shots for a portfolio, play a game, test a camping skill, OR keep an adventure journal).
* – This summary is based off the GSUSA booklet activity choices.
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What is a good Troop Meeting Plan besides the VTK?
- None Currently Available
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Meeting Plans
Other Resources
- (Not Available Yet)
See the Activity List – choose your own activities! - Booklet Info from Scouts Honor Wiki
- View Booklet Online
What is a good way to earn the badge at home?
- Archived Copy of PDF from GSKSMO at Home – Original Link
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At Home Plans
- Archived Copy of PDF from GSKSMO at Home – Original Link
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GSUSA Information and Details
Five steps are needed to complete this badge:
- Choose your outdoor adventure
Hiking – Train for and complete all three of the trail challenges on three different days with minimum six hours on the trail each day (minimum 2,000-foot cumulative elevation gain, minimum of 10 miles, and trail on a terrain different from previous hikes you’ve done)
Trail Running – Train to build endurance for running a long distance at a comfortable pace, at least 3 mile distance - Plan and prepare
- Gather your gear
- Set a goal and train for your adventure
- Go on your outdoor adventure
Click to Expand → GSUSA Official Resources
- Buy the GSUSA Leader Guide Booklet (View Online)
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- GSUSA Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) free plan for 2 Meetings – No links available. This is only accessible through MyGS log-in on Council’s website for troop leaders
- Cadette Long Distance Trail Running or Hiking Glossary by GSUSA
- VTK Cadette Checklist for Outdoor Adventures by GSUSA
- VTK Cadette Trail Adventure Training Tips by GSUSA
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Is there a matching badge for Multi-Level Troops?
Learn about the Trail Themed Multi-level GSUSA 2011 badges.
Where does this go on the Uniform?
This is a Skill Based Badge – Click Here to see diagrams and details on where to place it.
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for Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Scouts
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