Yes – 2011 Is the current GSUSA badge
Released in 2018 but is considered part of the 2011 GSUSA Program. The Daisy Page has information on when all badges were released.
What is this badge about?
Stay safe outside and learn how people and animals share nature
Choose your own activities!
Activity List(Not Available Yet)
Our Summary* of requirements:
- Learn what you need to be safe outdoors (show-and-tell) OR learn about what creatures are local to you (wildlife game).
- Learn about how much wildlife is affected by humans walking in nature (watch footprints on a dirt trail while discussing, make a nature circle).
- Learn what affect discarded trash has on wildlife (What does not belong game, trash tale).
* – 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
- Booklet Info from Scouts Honor Wiki
- Meeting Plan at Earn Daisy Badges Blog
- Archived Copy of PDF from GSRV (River Valley) – Original PDF
- Slideshow from GSNWGL – Archived Copy of PPT
- Slideshow PDF (Part 1 and Part 2) from GSWNY – Archived Copy of PDF1 and PDF2
Other Resources
- (Not Available Yet)
See the Activity List – choose your own activities! - Play Durable Surface Walk
- 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 GSKentuckiana – Original Link
Click to Expand → All Known At Home Plans
At Home Plans
- At Home Plan from GSHPA – Archived Copy of PDF
- Archived Copy of PDF from GSKentuckiana – Original Link
- Archived Copy of PDF from GSKSMO Virtual – Original Link
- At Home Plan w/video from GSofCT – Archived Copy of PDF
- Google Classroom (request by email/phone number) under “Virtual Badges for Daisies” from GSHS
- Google Forms Step by Step Activities (No registration needed) from GSMidTN
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GSUSA Information and Details
Three steps are needed to complete this badge:
- Be prepared to protect nature before you go outdoors
- Keep living things safe when you walk in nature
- Learn how to protect nature from trash
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
- Make the World a Better Place by GSUSA
- Backyard Wildlife Chart 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.
Where does this go on the Uniform Apron and Vest?
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 Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Scouts
Join the Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Leader Help Facebook Group
(Not an official GSUSA Group)
This is a supportive Facebook community for Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Girl Scout leaders. Whether you’re seeking advice, fresh ideas, or meeting plans, you’re in the right place! Let’s inspire each other, share our experiences, and make every troop meeting a memorable adventure.
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