Girl Scouts of WNY is kicking off the 2026 Girl Scout Cookie™ season, the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program in the world. The Girl Scouts of Western New York’s 2026 summer camp registration is also officially underway, with registration for day and overnight camps now open.
Exploremores™ are joining the Girl Scout Cookie lineup for the 2026 season. Inspired by rocky road ice cream and filled with chocolate, marshmallow, and toasted almond-flavored creme, this new cookie celebrates the spirit of exploration that defines Girl Scouts. In addition to this new cookie, the 2026 lineup will include fan favorites such as Thin Mints®, Caramel deLites®, Peanut Butter Patties®, Trefoils®, and more.
The Girl Scout Cookie Program® provides invaluable entrepreneurial skills for Girl Scouts across the country and funds experiences such as service projects, international travel, and summer camp. From a curious kindergartener, amazed by jellyfish at the local aquarium, to a middle schooler finding the courage to go on her first overnight trip with her troop, Girl Scouts know the road to discovery starts with exploration. All proceeds from cookie sales stay with local councils and troops to power Girl Scouts’ amazing experiences year-round.
If you don’t know a Girl Scout, enter your zip code in the Girl Scout Cookie Finder at https://www.girlscouts.org/en/cookies. There, you can find a troop selling at a nearby booth or purchase cookies to be shipped directly to you from troops nationwide. This link can also be used to donate cookies for local community causes. Community Cookie Booth locations start February 28.
Registration open for 2026 Summer Camp Season
Registration for the 2026 Girl Scouts of Western New York Summer Camp season is officially open. From day camps to overnight adventures and group camping experiences, this year’s camp offerings provide girls with opportunities to explore the outdoors, try new activities, and build lifelong skills in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Girl Scout camp is designed to help girls grow in confidence, independence, and leadership while having fun and forming lasting friendships. Campers participate in hands-on experiences such as hiking, outdoor exploration, creative activities, boating, ropes courses, and classic camp traditions that foster resilience, curiosity, and a sense of adventure. Through these experiences, campers are encouraged to step outside their comfort zones, discover new interests, and build skills they can carry with them beyond the summer.
Camp programs take place at Girl Scouts of Western New York’s scenic camp properties located throughout Western New York and are led by trained staff who prioritize safety, inclusion, and positive youth development. Each program is thoughtfully designed to meet girls where they are while empowering them to grow in courage, confidence, and character.
Families are encouraged to visit gswny.org to learn more about the 2026 cookie and camp season, explore program options, and register for an unforgettable year of adventure and discovery.
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