Yes – 2011 Is the current GSUSA badge
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Released in 2015.
The 2011 Junior Page has information on when all badges were released.
What is this badge about?
Learn about horseback riding and safety, how to care for a horse and go on a ride.
Quick Links:
Activity Choices, Meeting Plans, Solo Scouts,
Uniform Placement, GSUSA Info & Links
Our Summary* of Requirements:
- Learn three things (Western vs. English riding style, types of horse equipment, AND best riding gear for you) from an expert (equestrian store employee, riding stable employee, Girl Scout camp equestrian, horse ranch employee, trainer, groomer, workshop).
- Brush and feed a horse with an expert (groomer, trainer, veterinarian, OR Girl Scout horseback riding camp).
- Learn the way to do four things (lead your horse, mount/dismount, tie a horse, saddle AND bridle a horse) with an expert (horseback riding camp, lessons at riding stable, OR local horseback-riding expert).
- Practice four things (coax a horse into motion, use reins to steer, turn/stop a horse, AND what is good form) with an expert (horseback riding camp, lessons at riding stable, OR local horseback-riding expert).
- Go on a horseback ride and do three things (walk, trot, AND control your horse’s speed) with an expert (horseback riding camp, lessons at riding stable, OR local horseback-riding expert).
* – This summary is based off the GSUSA booklet activity choices.
Activity Choices
Work in Progress, links may not be available. Check back later!
- Do one Required Horse Expert Visit activity and ensure you do five things:
- Learn the difference between Western & English riding style, types of horse equipment, AND best riding gear for you.
- Brush and groom a horse.
- Learn how to lead your horse, mount/dismount, tie a horse, AND saddle and bridle a horse.
- Practice coaxing a horse into motion, using reins to steer, turning/stopping a horse, AND holding a good form.
- Go on a horseback ride and do walking, trotting, AND controlling your horse’s speed.
Available Troop Meeting Plans
- (2) 90 Min Mtgs – Mtg1 and Mtg2 from GSRV (River Valley)
- (2) 90 Min Mtgs – GSUSA Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) free plan
- Mtg 1: Learn of Horses (2 choices), Groom (3 choices)
- Mtg 2: Learn 4 Things, Practice 4 Things, Go for a Ride (3 choices)
How to earn individually as a Solo Scout?
- None Currently Available.
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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 and goes on the troop number side of the vest – Click Here to see Junior diagrams and details on where to place it or sash placement.
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GSUSA Information and Details
There are five steps needed to complete this badge, found on the Girl Scout Shop description or searching the GSUSA Badge Explorer. Information on the official requirements can also be found on the Scout’s Honor Wiki.
Printed Booklets
Booklet and VTK Information(Coming Soon)- Buy the GSUSA Leader Guide Booklet
Other Non-GSUSA Resources
- None Currently Available.
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For More Fun Ideas and Plans
Join the Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Leader Help Facebook Group
(Not an official GSUSA Group)
Join the Girl Scout Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Leader Help Facebook Group
(Not an official GSUSA Group)
See other Recommended Facebook Groups for some Scouting Organizations
(No official Groups)
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Click Here -> To see information References:
Disclaimer: The information published on The Badge Archive is built from the references listed below. These sources demonstrate that our content is grounded in facts and research, not opinion or speculation. Readers may consult them directly when looking for additional material.
- Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. “Meeting : Horseback Riding 1.” My.girlscouts.org, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., https://my.girlscouts.org/content/girlscouts-vtk/en/vtk.html. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
- Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. “Meeting : Horseback Riding 2.” My.girlscouts.org, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., https://my.girlscouts.org/content/girlscouts-vtk/en/vtk.html. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
- Roberts, Rachel. Junior the Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting. New York, NY, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., 2011.
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