How to Join

Traditional Troop
Girl Scout troops are formed by caring adults who dedicate their time to volunteer. A traditional troop includes a minimum of five girls from one program level (such as Girl Scout Brownies). The troop meets on a regular schedule, usually weekly, under the guidance of two or more trained troop facilitators. Girls and adults facilitators determine dues, frequency of meetings, time of meetings, and the meeting location.

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Juliettes
Girls do not have to belong to a traditional Girl Scout troop to enjoy the full spectrum of the Girl Scout Program. Girls ages 5–17 who want to be individual members may become Girl Scout Juliettes.

Working individually with the support of family and friends, Juliettes may participate in a variety of Girl Scout activities, including camp, the Cookie Program, council-sponsored events, and Service Unit events. Juliettes may also earn recognitions as individuals. Juliettes receive council-produced publications that enable them to choose how and when they participate.

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Group/Specialty Troop
Girls with common interests or needs may meet together as a group. The group meets on a pre-arranged schedule, usually six or eight times a year, under the guidance of a trained leader. A group usually has one specific program focus for all meetings.

Groups are identified as either an activity center or interest group. An activity center group includes girls who meet at a specific building location and are involved in a wide variety of short- or long-term Girl Scout activities. An interest group includes girls who participate in specific, short-term interest areas, such as careers, technology, or sports.

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