Oak Mountain Girls Explore Gatlinburg

What did you do today? Troop 512 from Oak Mountain experienced the beauty of the outdoors during their five day trip to Gatlinburg, Tennessee. The girls went on a horseback riding trip in Cades Cove and hiked to Laurel Falls in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Laurel Falls is a three- mile hike round trip with the gorgeous falls being a refreshing reward at the end of the trail. The girls brought sack lunches with them and had a picnic near the base before heading back. Everyone agreed that the view was well worth the hike and had a great time in the Smoky Mountains.

Oak Mountain Troop Dishes it Out

What did you do today? Troop 512 from Oak Mountain learned about the culinary arts as they completed their Creative Cooking badge. First, the girls went on two field trips to further their cooking knowledge. They traveled to a Domino's Pizza where the girls learned about restaurant management and even got the chance to make their own pizza! They then traveled to Birmingham Bake and Cook to learn more about kitchen tools and how to use them. The final step in completing the badge was applying the knowledge they had learned by fixing and serving dinner at the Ronald McDonald House. The girls made the menu: Chicken parmesan, garlic bread, tossed green salad with Ranch dressing, Pasta Alfredo and of course, Girl Scout cookies for dessert. They then had the chance to serve dinner to the guests and see the rewards of their hard work.

Girls Add Color to Local Soup Kitchen

What Did You Do Today? Troop 117 from Tuscaloosa has brightened many peoples’ day by displaying their own colorful masterpieces at the Tuscaloosa Community Soup Bowl. Under the direction of an artist, the troop learned to paint with oils and each completed a unique canvas. They donated their paintings to the Tuscaloosa Community Soup Bowl. Along with donating their paintings, these girls have collected cans for the Soup Bowl for six years and have volunteered to serve a meal. Thanks to the girls’ generosity, many people will be able to enjoy the cheerful décor for years to come. Pictured: Jessie Kate, Rebekah, Emily, Meredith, Brooke, Camyrn and Makaya Not Pictured: Genae

Girl Scouts Host Lock-In at Decatur Mall

The Shop ‘Til You Drop Lock-In at Decatur Mall in Decatur will be on Friday, September 17. Current Girl Scouts, as well as non-members are welcome to attend. Girls can shop and eat from 9 PM to midnight, and many vendors are offering special deals. Rainforest Glow-in-the-Dark Mini-Golf will offer an all night pass for only $5, while Bourbon Street Candy, Common Grounds Café, Great American Cookie Company, Guadalajara Grill and Bonnie Lou’s Diner will be open and offering great foods and treats! The Venetian Carousel will also be available for girls to ride. Chuck E. Cheese will be open and for $6 per person, they will give $5 in tokens, a refillable drink and two slices of pizza! Maurices, The Shoe Department, Claire’s Boutique, Trade Secret and The Shoe Department will also be open for business.

Check in will begin at 7 PM and last until 8:30 PM at the Guadalajara Grill main entrance near the Carousel. You can pre-register by September 15 to avoid long lines and will receive armbands in advance by calling 866-225-0244. The registration fee for this event is $3 for registered Girl Scouts, and $15 for non-members (the $15 includes the fee to registered a girl for Girl Scouting). Girls must be picked up no later than 7 AM Saturday morning. Girls from any area are welcome to attend.

R.E.A.L. Girls

On Wednesday, September 1, at 2:00 p.m. EST, join us for a webcast of the 2011 R.E.A.L. Girl Fashion Show Launch Party! Register early by clicking here.

Girl Scouts of the USA has partnered with Justine Magazine to celebrate the launch of the 2011 R.E.A.L. (Remarkable. Energetic. Aspirational. Leader) Girl contest, open only to current Girl Scout members, ages 13-19, during the launch party being held at the Girl Scout Headquarters in New York City. Watch the latest Girl Scout trends - modeled on the runway by Girl Scouts, a special guest appearance by the hot new country-singing sensation Katie Armiger, and a book panel discussion featuring teen issue authors, Dr. Robyn Silverman, Good Girls Don’t Get Fat; Sarah Mlynowski, Gimme A Call, and more.

Tune in on September 1 at 2:00 p.m. EST and learn how to be the next R.E.A.L. girl winner. You’ll also get a chance to win an exclusive prize only available to our online viewers during the live webcast! Again, register early by clicking here.