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Signature Experience: BLOOM

Join us October 3 at the Back to Girl Scouts Expo at the Tinley Park Convention Center for a day of fun and discovery for girls in grades K–12.

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Bloom

October 3 | Tinley Park, IL

Start the new Girl Scout year with a day designed to help girls grow, connect, and discover all the ways they can thrive in Girl Scouts. Through confidence-building activities, wellness experiences, new friendships, and hands-on exploration, girls will leave inspired to bloom where they're planted and make the most of the year ahead.

Register Early Ticket Giveaways

Register for Bloom early and you'll automatically be entered into exclusive summer prize drawings. Throughout the summer, we'll surprise registered Bloom attendees with special giveaways, including tickets to upcoming Girl Scout Day experiences.

The earlier you register, the more opportunities you'll have to win!

Prize drawings will take place on August 15 and August 31. Winners will be notified directly and announced on social media.

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Start the day with a continental breakfast, music, and an exciting rally to kick off the new Girl Scout year.

Daisy Girl Scouts will spend the morning participating in fun, age-appropriate activities designed to build confidence, friendship, and self-esteem while working toward the Body Appreciation Badge and Mental Wellness patch, which are both available as an add-on during registration.

Before heading home, Daisies will receive a to-go snack and the exclusive Bloom Where You're Planted event patch to celebrate their participation.

Girls will leave with new friends, growing confidence, and excitement for all the adventures ahead in Girl Scouts.

Daisy Caregiver Panel

Caregivers of Daisy Girl Scouts are invited to attend an optional panel discussion focused on helping your Girl Scout bloom throughout her journey. Learn about upcoming opportunities, ways to stay involved, and how Girl Scouts supports girls as they grow in confidence, courage, and character. For those interested in attending, simply select the check box during registration.

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Start the day with a continental breakfast, music, and an exciting rally to kick off the new Girl Scout year.

Girls will then participate in engaging activities focused on confidence, self-care, and wellness. During this time, they can work toward completing requirements for the Mental Wellness Patch Program and the Body Appreciation Badge, which are available for add-on during registration.

After a lunch break, girls will explore interactive Girl Scout Interest Tables and discover new ways to get involved throughout the year. Girls who complete their Bloom Passport will earn the exclusive Bloom Where You're Planted event patch.

The day will conclude with a special recognition ceremony honoring Girl Scouts who have earned their Bronze Award or Silver Award. Families are invited to attend this celebration and help recognize the hard work and dedication of these outstanding Girl Scouts. If your Girl Scout would like to be recognized, please indicate this by checking the recognition box during registration.

Girls will leave inspired and ready to bloom where they're planted in Girl Scouts.

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There is one registration form for all participants. During registration, please select the program option that matches your Girl Scout's grade level for the upcoming Girl Scout year.

Daisy Girl Scouts (Grades K-1): $30

Registration includes a continental breakfast, Body Appreciation Badge and Mental Wellness Patch Program Certificates of Completion, access to the optional Daisy caregiver panel, the Bloom Where You're Planted event patch, T-shirt, and a to-go snack.

Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior & Ambassador Girl Scouts (Grades 2-12): $55

Registration includes a continental breakfast, Body Appreciation Badge and Mental Wellness Patch Program Certificates of Completion, lunch, the Bloom Where You're Planted event patch and T-Shirt, a Highest Awards Recognition Ceremony Certificate (if applicable).

FAQs

Bloom FAQs

Who can attend Bloom?

Bloom is open to Girl Scouts in grades K-12. Programming is designed specifically for each Girl Scout level to ensure girls have an age-appropriate and engaging experience.

What is included with registration?

Registration includes a continental breakfast, opening rally, age-level programming including a certificate of completion for the Body Appreciation Badge and Mental Wellness Patch Program, lunch (Brownies–Ambassadors only), a to-go snack (Daisies only), and a Bloom event patch and T-Shirt.

Are the Body Appreciation Badge and Mental Wellness Patch included?

All girls will participate in the activities required to complete the Body Appreciation Badge and Mental Wellness Patch Program during the event.

The badge and patch themselves are not included with registration and must be added on during registration if you would like your Girl Scout to receive them at the event. A limited quantity will also be available for purchase onsite while supplies last.

All participants will receive a completion certificate showing they fulfilled the requirements. Girls may use this certificate to purchase and receive their badge or patch at a later date if they choose.

Can parents attend?

Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend the optional Daisy caregiver panel. Families are also invited to attend the Highest Awards Recognition Ceremony at the conclusion of the event.

How do I have my Girl Scout recognized during the ceremony?

If your Girl Scout has earned a Bronze Award or Silver Award and would like to be recognized, please select the recognition option during registration.

Will food be provided?

A continental breakfast will be provided for all participants. Brownies through Ambassadors will also receive lunch. Daisies will receive a to-go snack before departure.

Do troops need to attend with their troop?

No. Girls may attend individually.

Why should my Girl Scout attend Bloom?

Bloom is a fun way to kick off the new Girl Scout year. Girls will build confidence, make new friends, explore exciting opportunities, and discover where they want to grow next in Girl Scouts.

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October 3 | Tinley Park, IL

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There is one registration form for all participants. During registration, please select the program option that matches your Girl Scout's grade level for the upcoming Girl Scout year.

Bloom FAQs