Trailblazers is an adventure-oriented group for Girl Scouts in grades 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10 - 11 - 12 (Cadette, Senior and Ambassador levels).
This group is perfect for teenagers who are seeking exciting outdoor-based adventures to challenge their abilities, broaden their horizons, increase their self-confidence, build long-lasting friendships and have a whole lot of fun!
Sasquatch Playground
Trailblazers - General Information
I'd love to start a Trailblazer Troop!
Email: SasquatchTrailblazers@gmail.com
This is a Girl Scout-Led Program, and Trailblazers who attend meetings influence what activities we plan in the future.
These Trailblazer Adventures are for youth members only, and are considered a drop-off event. Teens and Tweens learn so much from being with their peers and our specially-trained Advisors -- leadership, resilience, and self-advocacy to name a few!
Different activities require different gear.
We understand that procuring gear may be expensive -- please know that we are excellent at finding supplies, discounts, and making sure this is accessible to all Girl Scouts interested.
Standard Gear List - Bring to each activity
>>> Missing something on the list? Come anyway! We can help you out!
1) Completed Girl Scout Permissions and Health History (Leave a copy with our Trailblazer Advisors)
Adult Health History. (When Needed)
2) Small Pack with as many of the 10 essentials that you have (list below)
3) Lunch
4) Protein Snack (such as granola, trail mix, mixed nuts, pepperoni)
5) Water Bottle
Nutrition - Food
Hydration - Water
Emergency Shelter (Reflective Space Blanket)
Rain Gear and Insulation (Extra Clothes (Layers), Gloves, Extra Socks)
Knife / Multi-Tool
Navigation - Compass & Map
Illumination (Flashlight, Extra Batteries)
First Aid Kit (Personal Size)
Fire (Matches, Fire Starters,
Heat / Sun Protection (Sun Screen, Sun Glasses)
Additional suggestions: Insect repellent, whistle, watch, mirror (for signaling)
Resource: Washington Trails Association, Leave No Trace
Pretty Much Anything!
Archeology - Kayaking - Scuba Diving - Archery - National Park Tours - Service Projects - Backpacking - Orienteering - Skiing - Outdoor Cooking - Snorkeling - Biking - Camping - Outdoor Skill Building - Snow Shoeing - Canoeing - Paddle Boarding - Snow Tubing - Caving - Photography - Geology - Swimming - Challenge Courses - Rafting - Fossil Hunting - Rock Climbing - Inner Tubing - Hiking - Ropes Courses - Windsurfing - Horseback Riding - Sailing - Wildlife Studies - Bird Watching - Foraging - Ziplining - and Lots More!
Young Humans - Learners - Careful - Tough - Risk takers - Explorers - Carefree - Soft - Seekers - Determined - Worried - Loud - Leaders - Uncertain - Sensitive - Quiet - Followers - Confident - Willing - Understanding - Questioners - Unsure - Able - Discoverers - Impulsive - YOU!
All Adult Advisors and Adventure Patrol Leaders must complete GSWW's JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion) and LGBTQ+ training programs.
Here is snippet of GSWW's Inclusivity Policy:
We invest in our community through Girl Scouts. Our community represents every race, ethnicity, income level, sexual orientation, ability, and religion; reflects a spectrum of gender identity; and connects across geographic locations. By focusing our attention on community members who are furthest from racial, economic, and social justice, Girl Scouts can be an instrument of change, promoting equitable outcomes for all. We wholly commit to taking action to grow as an anti-racist and anti-oppressive organization so that, through Girl Scouts, our members are affirmed as they strive to make our community and world better.
More information can be found on the GSWW website.
*Note: If a Cisgender boy needs help finding an adventure program for him, please let us know, and we'll help him find a program!