To earn the Maryland Heritage Patch, it is recommended that girls complete 7 of the 12 listed activities.
1. Learn about the symbols of Maryland: The Maryland State Flag, The Maryland State Bird, The Maryland State Flower, The Maryland State Great Seal, and The Maryland State Quarter. 2. Who were George and Cecil Calvert? Learn about these two men and their impact on the history of Maryland. Share what you find with others in your group and compile your information to create a complete biography of George and Cecil Calvert. 3. Identify at least three historic site, homes, or museums that are part of the history of your community. Select one to learn about. Then take others on a tour with your group acting as guides. 4. Visit a historical site, museum, or home in Maryland that is outside of your community. Prepare for your field trip by finding out some background information about the place you’ll visit. Discuss what you learned about Maryland's past after you’ve made the trip. 5. As a group, pick out a significant event in Maryland history and reenact the event for others with costumes and props that can be improvised from articles borrowed from home and school. 6. Make a quilt, banner, or collage that depicts Maryland history. 7. Pick out at least two important women Marylanders who have contributed significantly to American life. Highlight their contributions to others by writing a song or poem about them, presenting a dramatic portrayal, or drawing or painting a picture which you explain. 8. Education is a rich part of America’s history. Find out about the history of Maryland Universities and Colleges. Pick one to visit as a group and arrange for a tour. 9. The Chesapeake Bay has dominated Maryland’s history and geography and it will always be Maryland’s most valuable resource. Today the Bay is in trouble. Find out why and what private organizations and all levels of government are doing to save the bay. 10. Create a trivia game, crossword puzzle, or board game about Maryland. Include categories or questions about the following: Maryland’s history, Maryland’s symbols, the Chesapeake Bay, Maryland’s natural resources, notable Marylanders, and your local community. 11. Invite a speaker to your group who is an expert in Maryland history, or who can provide unique insight to Maryland’s past. 12. Explore the Girl Scout heritage in your community. Interview someone who has been in Girl Scouting for several years or more. original source with lots of resources: https://www.gscm.org/content/dam/girlscouts-gscm/documents/Volunteer%20Resources/Program%20Resources/MarylandHeritage.pdf
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There isn't specific requirements for these patches. However, I created some. If the patch I chose isn't available, choose another council fun patch. Complete these question for each state you wish to earn a badge for.
1. What year was this state admitted into the Union? 2. Find a typical food from here and make/try it. 3. Who are this state's neighbors. Locate them on a map. 4. Learn more! Find out the state motto, the state flower, the state bird, the state drink, the state tree, the state shell, etc. You might want to decorate a poster with these items and display it in your community. 5. What is the capitol? 6. What are some key exports? 7. What geographical features make up this state? |
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Looking for a fun way to teach geography to your Girl Scout? Why not use council badges to do so. When a good option is available, I'll post Council's Own patches that allow you to learn about the region. Otherwise, I'll list a link to purchase a basic council patch and optional requirements that will help you teach your scout in a fun way. This will be an ongoing project. ArchivesCategories
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