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GSHH Patch Programs

Think Outside the Book

The Council’s Own patch programs offered by Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson are unique to our council and are written and developed by our very own girls, volunteers and staff. These patch programs provide opportunities to explore topics beyond those in The Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting and other GSUSA resources. Unless otherwise indicated, patches may be earned by any age level.

Camping Patch: Connect with other Girl Scouts as you learn and practice proper camping techniques

Eastern Bluebird Project: Learn about the eastern bluebird and why it needs our help. Become part of the success story by building birdhouses.

Food Patch: Connect to your community as you gain an understanding of how hunger affects individuals and families where you live. Take action to help ease the effects of hunger.

Tree Patch (for Juniors): Feel connected to your community and gain an appreciation for trees. You will discover practical life skills such as interviewing and information gathering.

Healthy Me — Heart Healthy (for Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors): Girls gain practical life skills as they discover and practice heart-healthy living.

Healthy Me—I’m Special (for Brownies and Juniors): Helps girls to discover more about themselves, connect with others and feel empowered to take action to make the world a better place.

Healthy Me —Sun Safe (for Brownies and Juniors): Discover how to keep yourself safe and healthy in the sun, connect to each other and community members, and feel empowered to educate others regarding sun safety.

Heritage Patch: Girls will not only develop important life skills -- such as information gathering, critical thinking and interviewing -- but will also connect with their community’s history and area residents.

Hudson River Arts: Enhance awareness of the artistic and cultural heritage of our area while encouraging participation in the visual, performing, and literary arts

Together We Prepare: Help girls, their families and communities become better prepared for unpredictable events.

Our Future on Earth: Help your girls understand how they can make a difference for a safer, healthier planet. Help promote ecological awareness.

Sybil Ludington: Girls learn about one of the strong women from Hudson Valley history while becoming strong women themselves; gain historical insight and act for the good of the community.