Date: Sat Jun 06 2026, 8:00 AM MST - Sun Jun 07 2026, 4:00 PM MST
- Girl Scout Events,
- Girl Training Events,
- Outdoor Events
- Cadette,
- Seniors,
- Ambassadors
- Southeast WY
Calling all Apprentice Guides! Join us as mentors on this exciting backpacking adventure!
This is your chance to take on a leadership role and help guide the next generation of adventurers while earning valuable experience and skills. As an Apprentice Guide, you’ll be working alongside experienced adult leaders to support Junior and Cadette Girl Scouts during their 2-day, 1-night backpacking trip in the beautiful Vedauwoo area of the Medicine Bow National Forest.
Your Role:
You’ll assist with everything from setting up
camp and leading skill-building activities to helping with gear
organization and offering guidance along the trail. Whether it’s
helping Scouts learn essential camp skills or encouraging them as they
conquer the trail, you’ll play an important part in making the trip a
success. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your leadership,
teamwork, and outdoor skills while making lasting memories!
What You’ll Gain:
- Leadership and mentoring experience
- Opportunity to earn service hours and badges
- The satisfaction of helping others learn and grow in the outdoors
- Hands-on outdoor skills, including camp setup, hiking, and first aid
Pre-trip Prep:
You’ll have a chance to meet with the adult
leaders beforehand to discuss your responsibilities, review the
itinerary, and get ready for the adventure ahead. The pre-trip meeting
will also cover packing lists, camp skills, and any specific guidance
you’ll need to help out during the trip.
Be Part of
Something Special:
By joining as an Apprentice Guide, you’ll
not only help make the backpacking experience unforgettable for
others, but you’ll also get to take part in an adventure filled with
new friendships, beautiful views, and outdoor fun. Plus, you’ll earn
valuable experience that will help you as you continue your journey as
a leader in Girl Scouts.
Every participant will receive a gear list to ensure they’re prepared. If you’re missing anything, we’ll do our best to help you find what you need.
REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS BY INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL ONLY - Please reach out via email: amyi@gsmw.org
To ensure a positive and safe experience for everyone, instructors may determine that this trip is not the right fit for a participant if physical, medical, behavioral, skill level or other concerns could impact their safety or the group dynamic.
Learn about ALL GOALS TRIPS HERE!
Which GOALS Adventure is right for you?
This trip is part of the GSMW Girl Scout Outdoor Adventure & Leadership Skills (GOALS) curriculum. Be sure to check out all of the options so you can choose the right trip for your girl!
GOALS Cornerstone: This is a day trip for girls of all ages to begin learning outdoor skills, leadership skills and enjoy adventure together in the great outdoors!
GOALS Trailhead: This trip is a single night trip designed for Junior and Cadette girls (4th-8th grade) that do not have any backpacking or backcountry experience. Each camper must be accompanied by an adult companion who is a registered Girl Scout volunteer with an approved background check. Tent arrangements can accommodate girls attending with a family or non-family member. Girls will learn backpacking and backcountry basics and gain confidence with their skills!
GOALS Ascent: This is a 3 day/2 night trip for Cadette girls who have attended our GOALS Trailhead trip and Senior and Ambassador girls who do not have any backcountry skills. Cadette girls can request instructor approval if they have not attended GOALS Trailhead, but do have sufficient backcountry/camping skills. Campers may attend this trip in a troop camp style by including at least one registered adult with approved background check per 2-3 girls. Adults are expected to participate in activities and supervise campers as needed. Girls will focus on becoming efficient at all backcountry living skills and peer leadership skills.
GOALS Summit: This is a 3-4 day/2-3 night trip for Senior and Ambassador girls. Girls do not need to have experience on a previous GOALS trip, but should be realistic about the challenge of this trip. This trip is open to girls as well as any accompanying adults that would like to join the adventure with their girls. Adults are expected to participate in activities and assist as needed. The GOALS Summit will annually vary between a Wilderness First Aid, Survival and Leadership focus.
Registration for this event is $55 per girl.
After May 10th, your program registration is non-refundable.
