Outdoor secialists support a troop’s youth members with planning and executing outdoor activities. This person is an essential part of troops that are highly active, adventurous, or curious about the outdoors!
Troop Outdoor Specialist Learning Path
This learning path includes all you need to begin your journey to being a troop outdoor specialist. Complete your troop outdoor specialist learning path through MyGS.
Outdoor Overnight Workshop
Required to sleep outdoors and take a trip for two nights or less, attend an in-person workshop about three months before your adventure! (Pre-requisite: Day Trip Planning and Basic Overnights, available on gsLearn)
First Aid/CPR
Nothing is more important than the safety of our Girl Scouts! If the Safety Activity Checkpoints requires a First Aider to accompany a troops' chosen activity, the First Aid/CPR training is a requirement so that everyone can be safe. You can find a class near you (fire stations, hospitals, parks and recreation, and colleges often offer courses),. Check out the Volunteer Essentials for more information, or view available Girl Scout workshops.
Wilderness and Remote First Aid
If you're planning to take your troop more than 30 minutes away from emergency medical services, one adult with this certification must be present. This 16+ hour workshop is provided by a variety of national certifying agencies. Check out the Volunteer Essentials for more details or view available Girl Scout workshops.