Yes – 2011 Is the current GSUSA badge
Released in 2011 and is considered part of the 2011 Girl’s Guide. The Junior page has information on when all badges were released.
What is this badge about?
Use a GPS to find hidden treasures outdoors.
Choose your own activities!
Activity List(Not Available Yet)
Our Summary* of requirements:
- Learn what Geocaching is and how to do it (research, talk to a geocacher, OR attend a geocaching event).
- Practice (find the coordinates of 3 things, hide and item and give coordinates to a friend to find and then reverse, OR have adult give coordinates to 3 things with photos you have to find) finding latitude/longitude of GPS Coordinates.
- Make a trade item for Geocaching (SWAP, jewelry, drawing/picture, OR seashell).
- Go Geocaching (hiking, multi-cache, OR themed cache).
- Find a Travel Bug that has gone to at least 4 places and find out more about each place it’s been to OR make a Travel Bug (for international OR specifically for Girl Scouts).
* – 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 Mtg1 and Mtg2 from GSRV (River Valley) – Original: Mtg 1 and Mtg 2
Click to Expand → All Known Meeting Plans and Resource Links
Meeting Plans
- Booklet Info from Scouts Honor Wiki
- Meeting Plan at Earn Junior Girl Scout Badges Blog
- Archived Copy of Mtg1 and Mtg2 from GSRV (River Valley) – Original: Mtg 1 and Mtg 2
Other Resources
- (Not Available Yet)
See the Activity List – choose your own activities! - Info webpage at Girl Scout Wiki
- 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 w/video from GSCWM – Archived Copy of PDF
- Archived Copy of PDF from GSKentuckiana – Original Link
- Video Walkthrough from GSLP
- Google Classroom (request by email/phone number) under “Virtual Badges for Juniors” from GSHS
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GSUSA Information and Details
Five steps are needed to complete this badge:
- Prepare for your adventure
- Learn to use a GPS receiver
- Make a trade item
- Go on a geocaching adventure
- Take part in a bug’s travels!
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
- Mtg 1: Learn Geocaching (Geocaching Site, Expert, OR Event), AND Practice (GPS Coordinates, Hide an Item, OR Photo Hunt)
- Mtg 2: Make Tokens (Girl Scout Themed, Jewelry, or Represents You), AND Travel Bug (Go Around the World, Follow the Girls, OR Troop Trip)
- Geocacher Mtg 2 Activity Choices by GSUSA
- Geocaching Tips by GSUSA
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Is there a matching badge for Multi-Level Troops?
Learn about the Outdoor 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 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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