Camping season is not far off and the GSSEM crew is preparing a season of fun and excitement as only Girl Scouts can! Campers can expect a mix of fresh…
Maple sugaring is sweet fun
Spring temperatures are right for maple trees to be flush with their sugary sap. Used to cure meats, as an anesthetic and a breakfast table staple, maple sap has been…
Cast Iron and Campfire Cooking
Preparing food over a campfire using cast iron has been part of exploration and adventure for hundreds of years. Juliette Gordon Low had quite a collection to use when she…
Girl Scout Camp is Better than Ever!
No matter the time of year, it’s always a great idea to Get Outdoors (GO!). Girl Scouts are natural-born leaders, who create their own outdoor adventures. GSSEM has made it…
A Day in the Life of a Fisheries Biologist
Girl Scouting often involves taking on a new world of discovery with each new badge, patch and event that girls come across. This summer, girls got to try something they’ve…
Buggin’ Out with Girl Scouts!
They say amazing things can be found in a simple square foot of nature. This week, 19 Girl Scouts opened their eyes to the fascinating world of bugs as they…
Unplug from the “Real World” with Every Girl in a Tent
We’re celebrating Girl Scouts’ 100-year-plus camping legacy and we want you to take part! Challenge yourself to experience the outdoors by spending a night under the stars AND earn an…
Calling all Girls Across Southeast Michigan: It’s Time to Get Outside and Explore!
Spring is here and it’s the perfect time to unplug and get outdoors (GO!). Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan (GSSEM) has the perfect solution for those that want to “be…
Brave the Cold at the Outdoor Freeze-In
Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors are invited to spend the day learning winter survival skills at our Outdoor Freeze-In! Girls will spend 8 hours testing their skills by building a shelter,…