Humane Education
Girl Scout Adventures with Animals

The Humane Society of Tampa Bay offers Girl Scout Programs for every level, including Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, and Cadettes. Programs are designed to help scouts meet badge requirements, earn fun patches, learn about animal welfare, and spend time with shelter pets.

Every program includes animal interaction opportunities, engaging activities, and a behind-the-scenes look at how HSTB helps animals in the community. Scouts learn valuable life skills while having fun with their troop members.

Scout Levels
Daisies – Cadettes

Programs available for Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, and Cadettes.

What's Included

Animal interactions, games, crafts, shelter tours, badge activities, snacks, and supplies (varies by program).

Duration
2 Hours

Program length varies by scout level and badge requirements.

Availability
By Reservation

Troops contact the Humane Education team to schedule available dates.

The Experience
Earn Badges. Meet Animals. Make A Difference.
Animal Interactions

Spend time with shelter animals while learning how to care for pets responsibly.

Badge Activities

Complete activities designed to help scouts earn badges or fun patches.

Shelter Tours

Explore the shelter and learn how HSTB helps homeless animals every day.

Troop Adventures

Enjoy hands-on activities, games, crafts, and learning experiences with fellow scouts.

Programs By Level
Inspired by the “5 Flowers, 4 Stories, and 3 Cheers for Animals” Journey, Daisies learn how to care for pets and become responsible pet owners through games, crafts, and animal interactions. Includes a Humane Society fun patch.
Brownies earn their Pets Badge while learning how to keep pets healthy, safe, comfortable, and loved through activities, games, and crafts.

Juniors learn about animal shelters, shelter pets, and animal welfare through activities, crafts, tours, and animal interactions. Scouts receive an Animal Shelter fun patch.

Cadettes explore the many ways animals help humans and how people continue to learn from and work alongside animals. Scouts receive the Animal Helpers Badge.
Why Troops Love It

Badge-Focused Learning: Programs help scouts complete badge requirements while having fun.

Meaningful Animal Experiences: Scouts interact with shelter pets and learn compassion through firsthand experiences.

Hands-On Activities: Games, crafts, tours, and activities keep every scout engaged.

Community Impact: Scouts discover how animal shelters serve the community and support animals in need.

Details to Know

Group Size: Minimum of 8 scouts. Maximum varies by program.

What to Bring: Water bottle and wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes.

Costs: Program fees vary by level. Contact us for current pricing

Cancellation Policy: Please provide at least 14 days’ notice for cancellations.

How to Book

Choose Your Scout Level: Select the Daisy, Brownie, Junior, or Cadette program.

Contact Us: Reach out to the Humane Education Manager to discuss available dates.

Reserve Your Troop: Register participating scouts and complete program registration.

Earn & Explore: Attend your session, complete activities, and earn your badge or fun patch.

Contact
Humane Education Manager

Jessica Tiso

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