New to Scouting?
You’re in the Right Place.
Troop 1G welcomes girls ages 11–17 from all experience levels. Whether your scout is brand new to camping or already loves the outdoors, we’re here to help her grow in confidence, leadership, and adventure.
MEETINGS
Weekly meetings focused on skills, planning, leadership, and preparation.
ADVENTURES
Monthly campouts and outdoor activities throughout the year.
LEADERSHIP
Girls lead the troop with guidance and mentorship from trained adults.
WELCOMING
No prior scouting or camping experience needed.
What “Scout-Led” Means
Scouts BSA is designed to help girls grow through leadership and responsibility.
In Troop 1G, scouts help plan meetings, organize activities, make decisions, solve problems, and lead the troop with support from adult leaders.
Adults do not run every detail for the scouts. Instead, leaders provide structure, supervision, coaching, and safety while giving girls opportunities to learn through real experience.
That means scouts gradually build confidence, independence, teamwork, communication skills, and resilience in a supportive environment.
Starting something new can feel intimidating, especially for families who are new to scouting or outdoor activities. Most scouts join Troop 1G without knowing everything right away, and that is completely okay.
The first few months are focused on helping new scouts get comfortable, build friendships, learn basic skills, and become familiar with how the troop works. There is no expectation that a new scout already knows how to camp, cook outdoors, tie knots, or lead meetings.
Meetings and Activities
New scouts are encouraged to attend weekly meetings, participate in troop activities, and gradually get involved at a pace that feels comfortable. Meetings often include hands-on skills, planning upcoming outings, games, teamwork, leadership development, and preparation for campouts or events.
Troop 1G typically participates in monthly campouts and outdoor activities throughout the year. Scouts are always encouraged to try new things, but families are never expected to jump into everything immediately.
Uniforms and Gear
New scouts will eventually need a Scouts BSA uniform, often called a “Class A” uniform. This typically includes:
Scouts BSA uniform shirt
Troop numerals and patches (given by troop)
Scout handbook (given by troop)
Families do not need to purchase every item immediately before visiting or attending early meetings. Leaders can help guide new families through what is needed and when.
For camping and outdoor activities, many items can be borrowed at first while families learn what works best for their scout. Expensive gear is not required to get started.
Leadership and Participation
Scouts are encouraged to participate, ask questions, try new skills, and gradually take on more responsibility over time. As scouts gain confidence, they may begin helping with planning, leading activities, teaching skills, and serving in leadership roles within the troop.
Every scout progresses differently, and growth happens gradually through experience, teamwork, and adventure.
Support for New Families
We know scouting can feel like learning a new language at first. Our troop works hard to create an environment where new families feel welcomed, informed, and supported.
Questions are always encouraged, and no one is expected to figure everything out alone.
What to expect in your first few months
Interested in visiting Troop 1G?
We’d love to meet you.
1. Contact Us
Reach out or ask questions here.
2. Visit a Meeting
Come meet the troop and see how meetings work. See our schedule
3. Start Your Adventure
Join at a pace that feels comfortable for your family.