titianmom Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 Hi all, If you want a Christian-based Scouting group, you should check out The American Heritage Girls. I was a leader for a few years and we met in a Catholic church and were a mix of Catholic and Protestant girls. All of us got along just fine and really became a family as far as taking care of each other in a Christian manner. Almost all of us were homeschooling families, as well; many of the leaders were ex-teachers. :) But, for those who prefer, there are also just Catholic groups and Protestant groups scattered over the country. :) Main point is, along with earning skills badges, they also earn badges for their particular faith as well. They pray together before the meetings and they encourage a relationship with God and a wholesome relationship with each other and the local community. They earn service hours, for example by completing group and individual service projects. And they camp! Lots of camping skills ;). (I came down with severe arthritis so I had to drop out, unfortunately. Just too hard on the joints.) Anyway, their website is: http://www.americanheritagegirls.org...?page_id=18722 They've been around for over 10 years, BTW. Kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i.love.lucy Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 Thanks Kim. I did know about them and looked into starting a chapter in my area. Unfortunately their requirements were pretty steep for starting a local chapter and I just can't commit to taking that on right now. But it does look like a great organization. It's been discussed here before and I think there are a few people involved with it on this board. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
titianmom Posted April 1, 2010 Author Share Posted April 1, 2010 Yes, I know what you mean. Start up is tough. I think a lot of it has to do with the size and financial backing that AHG lacks vs the GS. Take care, Kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knit247 Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 We love AHG! We are AHG Trailblazers, which is a program that they created (we were the 1st, I believe!) for overseas military and missionary families. We technically do not belong to a troop - each mother is the mentor (leader) of their child - but all of the AHG Trailblazers here meet every other week to work on badges and such. It has been an amazing experience for both my DDs and myself. I highly recommend it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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