Start a Troop
Do you love inspiring girls to grow, learn, and shine?
As a Girl Scout troop leader, you’ll guide girls to build confidence, explore the outdoors, make new friends, and discover their strengths, all while having fun every step of the way.
A Girl Scout troop is more than just meetings, it’s a safe, supportive space where girls dream big and take action to make their world better.
And you won’t do it alone: with training, ready-to-go meeting plans, and an entire Girl Scout team by your side, you’ll feel confident and prepared to lead.
Be the role model they’ll remember forever, become a Girl Scout troop leader today!
How to Start a Girl Scout Troop in Your Community
A Girl Scout troop, or a group of Girl Scouts and volunteers that meet regularly, is one of many ways to participate in Girl Scouting. Troops set their own meeting schedule, decide what activities they want to enjoy and find ways to improve their community.
Are you interested in starting a new Girl Scout troop? Expand the items below to view each step in our council's process.
1. Fill out the Start a New Troop form 
2. Two adults register as troop leaders
3. Troop leaders successfully complete background checks
4. Troop leaders complete online training
5. Four girls register as Girl Scouts and join the troop
6. Your forming troop receives a troop number
7. Your troop's first year
Preview Your Year
Our easy-to-follow Troop Year Plans are available for troops of all ages! Check out the fun that awaits you and your troop.
SEE PLANSGirl Scout Troop FAQs
Can you tell me more about Girl Scouts?
What is a Girl Scout troop? How is it structured?
Who can be a troop leader or troop volunteer?
What resources and support is available?
What is the time commitment?
What is the cost to join? What are related costs? Is financial
assistance available?
If you have any questions, please reach out to answers@girlscoutsosw.org or give us a call at 800-338-5248, and we'll help connect you with the information you need.
