(Part of Math in Nature Badge Set)
Yes – 2011 Is the current GSUSA badge
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Released in 2021.
The 2011 Junior Page has information on when all badges were released.
What is this badge about?
Explore symmetry, make a radial or concentric pattern, track or recreate fractals, and learn about the Fibonacci sequence.
Quick Links:
Activity Choices, Meeting Plans, Solo Scouts,
Uniform Placement, GSUSA Info & Links
Our Summary* of Requirements:
- Draw or craft a symmetrical nature-inspired art piece (butterfly wings, leaves, snowflakes, making a symmetrical pose and outlining the shadows, etc.)
- Make something from symmetry (draw or sculpt leaves, butterfly wings, yourself, etc.)
- Make art with a radial (spider webs) or concentric (onion rings) pattern
- Look for fractals in nature and either track them or recreate them (draw, press into clay, make 3D art with pie cleaners and beads, etc.)
- Learn the Fibonacci sequence and understand it makes a spiral and then find spirals in nature and draw, act, or chart your findings
* – This summary is based off the GSUSA booklet activity choices.
Activity Choices
Work in Progress, links may not be available. Check back later!
- Do four Required Activities:
- Pick one Symmetry Nature activity.
- Pick one Symmetry Nature Art activity.
- Pick one Natural Fractal activity.
- Pick one Fibonacci Fun activity.
- Pick one Required Optional Activity:
- Any Radial Art activity.
- Any Concentric Art activity.
Available Troop Meeting Plans
- (1) 90 Min Mtg – Shapes in Nature – Fall Fun Meeting Plan by The Badge Archive
- (1) 90 Min Mtg – D/B/J Shapes in Nature – Spring Outline by The Badge Archive
- (2) 90 Min Mtgs – GSUSA Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) free plan
- Mtg 1: Find Symmetry (3 choices), Create Nature Symmetry (3 choices), Create Radial Art (3 choices)
- Mtg 2: Fractals (3 choices), Fibonacci Sequence (3 choices)
How to earn individually as a Solo Scout?
- Buy Shapes in Nature Booklet on Etsy by TroopLeaderHub
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Is there a matching badge for Multi-Level Troops?
Learn about the Nature 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
- Shape Hunt Printout Image from Danielle Elmore
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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 : Shapes in Nature 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 : Shapes in Nature 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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