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Basic Meeting Plans are designed to have minimal supplies and still hit the GSUSA Requirements. Most meetings can be done in a 90 minute time frame.
This Badge Requires Two 90 minute meetings

Meeting One Outline
Items Needed:
- VTK On the Move by GSUSA
- Open space to stretch and move safely
- Movement Prompt Cards (one set, scattered or in a pile)
- Food Energy Cards (one set, with food options like banana, bread, egg, etc.)
Full instructions for each activity are found on the connected links. This outline shows the recommended order of activities for a nice flow from one activity to the next.
Meeting Start
Always plan for 5-10 minutes to allow scouts to arrive and your troop’s opening routines.
Time Expected*:
10 minutes
Activity 1 – Explore how fun, everyday movements like stretching and laughing (Laughter Yoga OR Stretch Story) can help you feel calm, energized, and great in you body.
(Requirement 2 Earned)
Time Expected*:
20 minutes
GSUSA On The Move Story – Scouts listen to a story and follow along with stretching movements that help them care for their bodies, feel good, and build awareness of physical wellness through gentle motion.
Activity 2 – Explore how food and water give our bodies the energy to move, play, and enjoy the things we love (Learn what foods fuel activity OR track how much water you should drink daily).
(Requirement 1 Earned)
Time Expected*:
20 minutes
Game: Fuel Movement – Scouts choose a physical movement and pair it with an energy-giving food, then perform the action to explore how different foods help fuel their bodies for play and motion.
Activity 3 – Learn how body language helps show feelings, even without words with posture, facial expression, or movement (Mirror Body Language OR Body Language Charades).
(Requirement 3 Earned)
Time Expected*:
30 minutes
Mirror Body Language – Scouts take turns sharing something fun to talk about while their partner mirrors their body language, learning how emotions can be expressed through posture, gestures, and facial expressions.
If you have extra time: Scouts can try new rounds and make challenges for the Mirror Body Language activity until it’s time to go home.
Meeting End
Always plan for 5-10 minutes for clean up and Closing Routines
Time Expected*:
10 minutes
Total Time Expected*: 90 minutes
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Meeting Two Outline
Items Needed:
- Create a Scavenger Hunt List (one per scout) – See ideas in activity details
- Pencils or pens
- Large open space for tag
Full instructions for each activity are found on the connected links. This outline shows the recommended order of activities for a nice flow from one activity to the next.
Meeting Start
Always plan for 5-10 minutes to allow scouts to arrive and your troop’s opening routines.
Time Expected*:
10 minutes
Activity 4 – Use your body and senses to discover how movement and observation help you experience new things.
(Requirement 4 Earned)
Time Expected*:
30 minutes
Movement Scavenger Hunt – Scouts go on an interactive scavenger hunt that combines movement and sensory observation to explore how their bodies help them learn, explore, and feel.
Activity 5 – Discover how trying new activities and hobbies can bring joy (go on an outing OR try a new hobby).
(Requirement 5 Earned)
Time Expected*:
40 minutes
Play a version of Tag they haven’t played before. See Tag – and 31 Variants for a list of versions. (Bonus: Try several and vote on the troop’s favorite version.)
If you have extra time: Scouts can keep playing different versions of Tag until it’s time to go home.
Meeting End
Always plan for 5-10 minutes for clean up and Closing Routines
Time Expected*:
10 minutes
Total Time Expected*: 90 minutes
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For pre-planned meeting plans by others – see the Brownie Me Time page.
To choose your own activities – see the Me Time Activity List
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General Notes
- The Basic Plans from The Badge Archive are designed to earn one official GSUSA badge per level per meeting to remain budget-friendly.
- Some badges require two meetings to complete. This allows scouts to fully enjoy the activities while keeping costs low by only needing one GSUSA badge for every two meetings.
- For troops that wish to give scouts a badge or patch for every meeting, a fun patch can be awarded during one of the two sessions. Scouts attending only one meeting can earn the fun patch, while those attending both will receive both the fun patch and the GSUSA badge.
*Time Expected*
- The time estimates provided by The Badge Archive are based on the writer’s personal experience and are meant as a guideline.
- Troops may take more or less time depending on their scouts’ abilities and interests. Plan your meetings accordingly to suit your troop’s unique needs.
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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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