Yes – 2011 Is the current GSUSA badge
Released in 2018 but is considered part of the 2011 Girl’s Guide. The Senior page has information on when all badges were released.
What is this badge about?
Research an eco activist, take an investigative eco trip, research a global environmental issue, take a trip to a location affected by an environmental issue to help, and either educate or inspire action from others.
Choose your own activities!
Activity List(Not Available Yet)
Our Summary* of requirements:
- Research an eco activist to learn about their work AND the impact they have on the environment OR talk to a conservationist or eco traveler (one who explores environmental issues OR travels in an eco-friendly way).
- Take a trip to investigate the variety of life in a specific ecosystem AND understand the importance of biodiversity (nature conservancy, nature preserve, marine research facility, OR biodiversity farm).
- Research a global environmental issue (threatened wildlife, climate change, water pollution, desertification, ocean acidification, OR rain forest issue) and its effects on ecosystems.
- Organize a trip to a location affected by an environmental issue (state or national park, river/ocean/lake, wildlife sanctuary, wildlife park, OR migration area) AND participate in activities to help address the problem
- Present your findings and experiences to others to raise awareness (troop or school presentation, blog, OR social media) OR inspire action on environmental issues (petition, drive, OR start an organization or club).
* – This summary is based off the GSUSA booklet activity choices.
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What is a good Troop Meeting Plan besides the VTK?
- Archived Copy of PDF from GSRV (River Valley) – Original PDF
Click to Expand → All Known Meeting Plans and Resource Links
Meeting Plans
- Archived Copy of PDF from GSRV (River Valley) – Original PDF
- Slideshow PDF from GSEP – Archived Copy of PDF
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 Virtual – Original Link
Click to Expand → All Known At Home Plans
At Home Plans
- Archived Copy of PDF from GSKSMO Virtual – Original Link
- Google Classroom (request by email/phone number) under “Virtual Badges for Seniors” from GSHS
- Google Forms Step by Step Activities (No registration needed) from GSMidTN
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GSUSA Information and Details
Five steps are needed to complete this badge:
- Meet an eco-explorer
- Explore biodiversity
- Investigate a global ecosystem issue
- Plan a trip to explore and work on an issue
- Share what you learned
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
- Leave No Trace Principles for Older Girls by GSUSA
- VTK Seven Ways to Leave Hungry Pests Behind by GSUSA
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Is there a matching badge for Multi-Level Troops?
Learn about the Animal Themed Multi-level GSUSA 2011 badges.
Learn about the Camper 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 More Fun Ideas and Plans
for Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Scouts
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(Not an official GSUSA Group)
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