Summer Challenge

Inspired by various GSUSA Summer Challenges

A Summer Challenge is a fun and engaging way for scouts to stay active, explore new interests, and earn patches during the summer months. These challenges, offered by different councils and organizations, provide scouts with structured activities to complete independently or with their group.

~~Buy the Mini Patch~~

Official Programs

Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge (Requirements, Purchase)
GSBD Get Outdoors (Requirements, Purchase)
GSCI Backyard Challenge Summer Edition (Requirements, ~~Purchase~~)
GSCP2P S’mores Summer Fun Challenge (Requirements, Purchase)
GSCSNJ Summer STEM Challenge (Requirements, Purchase)
GSCTX STEMtastic Summer Challenge (Requirements, ~~Purchase~~)
GSEIWI Summer Screen Break Challenge (Requirements, Purchase)
GSEOK Community Service – Summer Patch (Requirements, Purchase)
GSHOM Summer Action Patch (Requirements, Purchase)
GSMN 2025 The Great Outdoors Summer Challenge (Requirements, Purchase)
GSNC Summer Service Challenge (Requirements, Purchase)
GSNCCP Not a Bummer Summer Program Patch (Requirements, Purchase)
GSNorCal Summer Activity Challenge (Requirements, Purchase)
GSOFSI Backyard Challenge Patch (Requirements, Purchase)
Summer and of Me Patch and Charms by Mad About Patches (Requirements, Purchase)

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Just Fun Patches

Create your own challenge and find a patch that fits your troop!

2023 Summer Bucket List Patch by Mad About Patches
No Bummer Summer (Various) by Advantage Emblem
Seasons of Fun by Girls Love Scouting
Summer Adventure Patch Kit by Create with DI
Summer Challenge (Various) by Making Friends
Summer Bucket List (Various) by Advantage Emblem
Summer Scrapbook by Mad About Patches

Why Participate in a Summer Challenge?

Encourages outdoor adventures – Many challenges focus on nature, hiking, or outdoor skills.
Promotes learning and creativity – STEM, history, and crafting challenges allow scouts to try new things.
Builds confidence and independence – Scouts set goals and complete activities at their own pace.
Provides a sense of accomplishment – Earning fun patches and completing challenges adds to their scouting experience.

See also the different Book Clubs and Reading Programs – many aimed for Summer!

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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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Published on December 28, 2025, by:

Tia Kennard

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