Girl Scouts Love State Parks
September 14 and 15, 2024
Every year, Girl Scouts explore the natural wonders found across our country and celebrate our shared love for the outdoors during Girl Scouts Love State Parks weekend.
South Carolina State Parks have been involved in Girl Scouts Love State Parks weekend since its inaugural year of 2019. Several state parks have offered programming including service projects, historical programming, wilderness skills, hikes and so much more. Stay tuned for more information about Girl Scouts Love State Parks 2024!
Download your Girl Scouts Love State Parks, passport!
Join park manager, Dawn Weaver, for an outdoor adventure. Topic still to be determined! It could be a hike, a craft project using invasive plants or a discussion of women in the wild and all that goes with it!
- Girl Scouts LOVE State Parks @ Lee State Park ART EDITION on September 14 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Join our artsy Park Ranger Laura and learn how to create art from garbage.
Cost: Free
What to Bring: water bottle and an open mind
Maximum 30 participants. Adults must accompany children. Pre-registration is required.
More information and register, here.
Sew Like a Soldier: Clothing is expensive, but in the past it was even pricier. Clothing had to be handmade and many people only had 1-3 set of clothes. So, how did soldiers on the march maintain their uniforms? Learn basic sewing, patching, mending and more! Bring your water bottle! $10 per person.
South Carolina State Parks offers many programs & events to the public throughout the year. Check them out here.
While you are visiting a South Carolina State Park, consider doing some of these activities:
- Become a Junior Ranger and participate in fun activities and programs that help you learn more about the parks and our mission.
- Ahead of your park visit, pledge to Pick up America. #PickUpAmerica
- Earn your "Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge" patch at South Carolina's state parks!
When you visit a state park throughout the year, please be sure to:
- Wear your Girl Scout vest or sash so that you will be recognized as a Girl Scout during your visit.
- Take photos of your visit and share them on social media, to show how engaged Girl Scouts are at the parks! Share using hashtag #SCStateParks and #GSLoveStateParks on all social media channels, or make sure to tag us on Facebook (@SC.State.Parks), Twitter (@SC_State_Parks), and Instagram (@SCStateParks).
- Learn the Seven Principles of Leave No Trace, and teach others how to protect and preserve South Carolina's state parks.