Council Patch Programs

In Girl Scouts, girls develop courage, character, and self-esteem. Through council patch programs, Girl Scouts follow requirements that link them with local organizations and resources, helping them develop a lasting sense of responsibility and accountability to their communities.

Patch materials can be requested by calling us at (800) 474-1912 or emailing us at info@girlscoutcsa.org.

All patches are available for purchase in each of the three shops. 

Bullying: Take Control (all ages)
In this patch program, girls learn how to proactively address situations of relational aggression and tension. The program promotes bullying intervention and prevention in girls of all ages.

Coat of Many Colors patch (Brownie, Junior, Cadette)
This patch program is dedicated to Dolly Parton’s song “Coat of Many Colors” and the resilience and character it speaks of. You can complete all the activities, even if you’re not a Girl Scout!

Explore Chattanooga patch (all ages)
Come explore Chattanooga! Chattanooga Zoo, Crabtree Farms, Creative Discovery Museum, Hunter Museum, Reflection Riding, and Tennessee Aquarium developed this patch program to introduce GSCSA to this wonderful city.  Come and discover! 

Explore Jonesborough patch (all ages)
Visit and Explore Jonesborough – the oldest town in Tennessee – with a fun and hands-on experience in history, culture, arts, and more. Go back to the 19th century with a visit to an old-fashioned schoolhouse, listen to nationally-known storytellers, or take a tour of the town with a fun character guide! You will Discover, Connect, and Take Action your way through this Storytelling Capital of the World.

Explore Knoxville patch (all ages)
Updated for 2017! Visit and explore Knoxville museums, historical attractions, and more! Choose from 11 area museums of all varieties to work towards completion of the patch.

Explore Norris Patch
The Explore Norris patch was created by Troop #20028 as a service project so girls from all over can come explore a hidden gem in our council!

Honor Troop
Each year, troops who complete the Honor Troop requirements and submit a completed application will receive a patch and year bar for all girls in the troop (returning Honor Troop girls will receive a year bar each subsequent year they participate). Follow the Troop Calendar in our Go Guide to ensure completion towards becoming an Honor Troop!
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Leave only Footprints (all ages)
Who owns Camp Adahi, Camp Tanasi, and Camp Wildwood? If you’re a Girl Scout – you do! By working together, we can makes sure our camps are wonderful places for girls for years to come!

Mountain Mammas of Appalachia (All levels)
This patch program was developed by Girl Scouts of Black Diamond Council. Since all 46 counties of GSCSA’s are located in Appalachia, this is an opportunity for us to celebrate our Appalachian heritage. This program is developed to be a 12-month program (October 2018 – September 2019), but girls can earn this patch at any time – even after September 2019.
Contact Black Diamond with questions and to purchase the patch.

The Needle and Thread patch (Junior, Cadette)
This patch program will introduce Juniors and Cadettes to fiber arts, embroidery, and handwork. They'll learn about past and current textile arts, tools, and techniques, and then do hands-on creation or embellishing! The seven steps can be completed on your own or with a group. Field trips to a museum or exhibit and to a store are included in the requirements, with online options available.

Our Girl Scout Story patch (all ages)
This patch program was developed by volunteers from the Girl Scout Museum at Daisy's Place to help girls understand the first century of Girl Scouting. It uses a “wheelie” filled with materials for earning the patch at all levels.