Yes – 2011 Is the current GSUSA badge
Released in 2019 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?
Go on a three-day, two-night backpacking trip of 10 miles distance or compete in a trail race of 5K/10K distance.
Choose your own activities!
Activity List(Not Available Yet)
Our Summary* of requirements:
- Decide if you are trail running or hiking.
Hiking – Plan, prepare, and complete a three-day, two-night backpacking trip of 10 miles distance
Trail Running – Train and compete in a trail race of 5K/10K distance - Plan your budget and pick the place you will take your three day hike OR which competition you will be running in AND make one plan (research terms you need to know, talk to an expert about your plan, OR learn about common injuries for your adventure).
- Make a gear list for your run/hike after researching what you need from a trusted source (outdoor adventure retailer, expert, or online) OR bring your gear to a troop meeting to compare and share and repair before your adventure.
- Practice by trying running/hiking with an experienced runner/hiker, talking to a coach/expert, OR doing visualization exercises.
- Review the safety checklist in the GSUSA booklet before the adventure AND do one activity during your adventure (shoot an action video or action shots for a portfolio, play a game, test a camping skill, OR keep an adventure journal).
* – This summary is based off the GSUSA booklet activity choices.
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What is a good Troop Meeting Plan besides the VTK?
- None Currently Available
Click to Expand → All Known Meeting Plans and Resource Links
Meeting Plans
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 at Home – Original Link
Click to Expand → All Known At Home Plans
At Home Plans
- Archived Copy of PDF from GSKSMO at Home – Original Link
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GSUSA Information and Details
Five steps are needed to complete this badge:
- Choose your outdoor adventure
Hiking – Plan, prepare, and complete a three-day, two-night backpacking trip of 10 miles distance
Trail Running – Train and compete in a trail race of 5K/10K distance - Plan and prepare
- Gather your gear
- Set a goal and train for your adventure
- Go on your outdoor adventure
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
- Senior Trail Adventure Choice Descriptions by GSUSA
- VTK Senior Trail Running or Backpacking Glossary by GSUSA
- VTK Senior Essentials for Outdoor Adventures by GSUSA
- VTK Senior Trail Adventure Training Tips by GSUSA
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Is there a matching badge for Multi-Level Troops?
Learn about the Trail 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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