Happy Trails: July 30–August 6, 2023

Explore the Chattahoochee National Forest on horseback. Ride twice a day and go on an overnight campout trail ride and a lunch pack-out ride.

About the Trip

This Destination is designed for Girl Scouts who love horses! Girl Scouts will arrive on Sunday and enjoy two riding sessions per day, along with two ground lessons where you will learn essential trail riding knowledge, such as how to pack for longer trips on horseback, equine first aid, etc.

Girl Scouts will plan for and pack for a lunch pack-out trail ride. You and other Girl Scouts will also spend a night out in the beautiful Chattahoochee National Forest for a campout trail ride, where you will set up camp, cook out over a fire, and sleep under the stars! Evening group activities include swimming, hiking, campfires, and movie nights.

Additional activities may be included, such as riflery, challenge tower/ziplining, archery, and boating.

Who Should Apply?

• Age: Girl Scouts entering grades 8–12 or those who will have just graduated 12th grade in summer 2023

• Interests: Outdoors, wilderness, horses

• Requirements: Highly experienced with horseback riding (minimum skill level at a trot, preferably at a canter): ability to stop, steer, and start your horse; ability to withstand outdoor conditions for extended periods

• Equipment: Packing list to be provided after acceptance. (You are encouraged to bring your own helmet and boots with a one-inch heel, but we will provide these, if needed.)

• Ignite Your Passion! This trip is great for Girl Scouts who are interested in environmental and wildlife conservation.

The Cost

Program fee: $1,300

The program fee does not include airfare. Girl Scouts will need to arrange transportation to and from Atlanta, Georgia.

Deposit due upon acceptance: $100.
(This deposit is already included in your program fee.)

Financial aid may be available. Check with your local council.

Host and Contact Info

Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta | https://www.girlscoutsatl.org/

Malia Tucker, mtucker@gsgatl.org, 706-629=1030