Volunteer Essentials
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Adventure Ahead
Thank you and welcome, we're glad you're here!
This guide is designed to support busy, on-the-go troop volunteers. Inside you will find details and information to help you get started on your newest adventure—being an awesome leader for girls. We recommend that you begin by browsing the sections below and come back throughout the year to find answers to your questions as they arise. Ready to get started? Let’s go!
Additional Resources and Support
Volunteering isn’t always easy, so we can’t thank you enough for jumping in to be the mentor and role model she needs.
LEARN MORENew troop leader?
We’ve got you covered. Check out the New Leader’s Guide to Success. This resource will help define your role, show how to get your families involved, and give you the tools you need to lead a successful troop.
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