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In this episode of our series about the impact of the pandemic on girls, we explore the benefits of the great outdoors and how Girl Scout camp can fit into the lives of girls. Our Outdoor Program Team Lead & Camp Linden Director, Audrey Reynolds, discusses the benefits of the outdoors and the ways we are here to serve girls now and always.

Want to support Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan? Visit http://weblink.donorperfect.com/GSHOMpodcast today. 

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In the second episode of the pandemic series, Traci Judy, GSHOM Membership Specialist with a social work background, walks us through dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) techniques that troop leaders and parents can use to help girls dealing with big emotions during these unprecedented times.

Please note: These therapies are not a substitute for receiving professional health with mental health issues. If your girl needs professional mental health attention, please call 1-310-855-4673 or text TEEN to 839863.

Traci’s email: TJudy@gshom.org

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Girls have experienced the impact of COVID-19 and living through a pandemic. Here at Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan, we are diving into the research about how girls specifically are impacted by quarantine, isolation, and everything else that comes with a global pandemic.

Beginning with our CEO, Jan Barker, this series will dive into how girls are impacted by COVID-19, and how Girl Scouts can help.

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Meet Kori Swieter, new Director of Camp O’ the Hills! In this episode, you’ll hear why Kori loves camp and the great outdoors, what she has learned at camp, and why camp is important for girls. Tune in to get to know our newest member of the Camp Team!

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In the second episode focused on camp, you’ll hear from Assistant Director of Camp Linden, Nicole (otherwise known as Nickel). In this episode, we dive into anxiety and the outdoors, the Counselor in Training Program, getting girls off their phones, and all of the other magic that takes place at Girl Scout Camp. Tune in today!

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Brad Peltz is the Camp Director for Camp Merrie Woode! Brad joined the team within the last year, and we can’t wait for you to hear him talk about camp! He talks about the importance of getting in the outdoors and why girl-led is such an important part of Girl Scout Camp.

Tune in to hear all of this and so much more!

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Girl Scouts fuels the leadership pipeline with experts in science, technology, engineering, and math. How does this happen? Through our robust badge offerings and community partnerships, we provide girls with real-life experiences that give them the skills they need to excel in life. One of these partners is GM Design, who hosts an event each year where Girl Scouts get to experience the behind-the-scenes action that happens at General Motors.

In this episode, you’ll hear all about the GM Design event offered for girls, why it’s important for girls to have experiences like these, and so much more. Tune in for the magic today!

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Kicking off Season 3, this episode chronicles the friendship of Grace and Sue, who were in the same Girl Scout troop growing up. They share a story of their adventure that started years ago on a troop trip, which they finally completed just recently.

The episode will remind you of the bond between childhood best friends, and the commitment between them. Join us as they describe the incredible adventure that has taken them years to co-author.

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Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan is proud to have two Mackinac Island Honor Guard Troops that serve on Mackinac Island each summer: Troop 609 and Troop 7901. In this episode, join us as we hear from the girls who have participated in both troops about what the program is and why it is such an incredible, girl-led opportunity for girls.

For more information about the Mackinac Island Honor Guard Troops in Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan, or to view the applications, please visit the Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan website.

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Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan is proud to have two Mackinac Island Honor Guard Troops that serve on Mackinac Island each summer: Troop 609 and Troop 7901. In this episode, join us as we hear from the adult leadership of both troops about what the program is and why it is such an incredible, girl-led opportunity for girls.

For more information about the Mackinac Island Honor Guard Troops in Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan, or to view the applications, please visit the Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan website.