Welcome to your Girl Scout adventure!

Everything you need to start your troop, lead with confidence, and create an unforgettable first year—all in one place.

Guide for new volunteers

New here? This is the perfect place to start!
Inside you will find information for your orientation, tools, training, safety and year-planning guidance.

Troop Handbook

Customize troop expectations, meeting details, communications, finances, and family roles.

New Troop Checklist

A printable action list covering setup, training, first meetings, and first-year preparation.

Build a strong troop year

Volunteer-to-Girl Ratios

Check required adult supervision before meetings, trips, and activities.

Girl Scout Experience Box

Ready-to-use materials and activities for eligible new Daisy and Brownie troops.

Troop Year Planner

Map badges, activities, celebrations, and milestones across the year.

Successful Troop Year

Tools and practical guidance for running engaging troop experiences.

Brand Resources

Recruitment flyers, printable materials, and service unit assets.

New Leader Check-In

Sign up for a Zoom check-in with GSHNJ staff to get your questions answered, talk through your next steps, & learn about resources available to you!

You do not have to lead alone

Connect with experienced volunteers, ask real-world questions, and get timely council updates through GHSNJ's new leader communities on Rallyhood

JOIN RALLYHOOD

Safety, forms, events, and support

Programs and supplies to keep your troop moving

Shop

Uniforms, insignia, badges, patches, handbooks, leader resources, and council merchandise.

Fall Product Program

Resources for the council's fall nuts, candy, and magazine program.

Cookie Program

Tools and guidance for cookie sellers, troop volunteers, and families.