2011 – Rainbow Bridging Badge

Yes – 2011 Is the current GSUSA badge


Released in 2011 and is considered part of the 2011 Girl’s Guide.

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Our Summary* of requirements:

  1. Pass it On – Looking Back: Scouts reflect on their current level, either by helping younger scouts learn about it or by creating a lasting memory of their time at that level.
  2. Look Ahead – Looking Forward: Scouts learn about the new level they are entering, either by connecting with older scouts already in that level or by trying an activity from one of the new level’s badges.

* – This summary is based off the GSUSA booklet activity choices.

What is a good Troop Meeting Plan besides the VTK?

What is a good way to earn the badge at home?

GSUSA Information and Details

Two steps are needed to complete this badge:

  1. Pass It On! Girl Scouts get the chance to look back at what they’ve accomplished and pass a bit of their knowledge on to younger Girl Scouts.
  2. Look Ahead! Meet with Girl Scouts at the level they will be bridging to and learn about the exciting adventures that lie ahead.
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Is there a matching badge for Multi-Level Troops?

Rainbow Bridge badges mark important transitions between Girl Scout levels and are designed to be displayed proudly. All levels can wear these badges on their uniforms, with Daisies the exception, as they haven’t bridged from a previous level yet.

According to GSUSA guidelines, only the badge that corresponds to the current level should be worn. For example, a scout who bridges to Juniors should wear the Bridge to Juniors badge on the Junior uniform, but not the Bridge to Brownies they may have earned when bridging to Brownies two years before. Some choose to include earlier bridge badges as part of a personal tradition, but this is optional and not officially recognized for uniform placement. When done, the lowest level is the one on the bottom of the stack.

Tan Uniforms, worn by Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors, are a special case. Because the same vest is often used from sixth grade through graduation, scouts who bridge across these levels may choose to stack bridging badges. The guideline is to place them in reverse chronological order: Bridge to Ambassador on top, then Bridge to Senior, and Bridge to Cadette on the bottom.

Where does this go on the Uniform?

The Rainbow Bridging badge should be placed directly below the troop numbers on the uniform. This positioning leaves a small space above the badge for membership pins to fit neatly between the top of the Rainbow Bridging badge and the troop number badges.

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for Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Scouts

This is a supportive community for Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Girl Scout leaders. This group offers solutions to keep older scouts engaged in scouting amidst their busy lives. Share strategies, tackle challenges, and exchange ideas for fun, meaningful activities that resonate with teens and build lasting connections.

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