Special Interest Clubs
Special Interest Clubs
Girl Scout special interest groups are year-long programs designed for Girl Scouts to explore specific interests through the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Dues vary based on frequency of meetings per year. Financial assistance is available. Unless otherwise stated, all groups are open to Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors only.
Art Club
Art Club is a unique space for Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador level Girl Scouts to connect with others who share similar interests and provide an opportunity to continue to explore Girl Scouts in a new format. Club members explore art mediums, techniques, and methods; connect art with mindfulness; and share their love of art with others.
For more information, contact Patricia Marshall at gsnetxartclub@gmail.com.
Art Club (East Texas)
Brownies and up are invited to join the East Texas Art Club. Art Club is a place for practicing artists to hone their skills. Girls will grow their imagination and learn new techniques including paitning, pottery, digtal art, and woodworking.
For more information, contact:
Miranda Fatherree: 903-261-6935, mirandafatherree@yahoo.com
Patti Higginbotham 903-735-5123
Culinary Club (East Texas)
Juinors and up are invited to explore the culinary world with us. Culinary Club will provide Girl Scouts the opportunity to learn both basic cooking skills and specific cooking styles and techniques.
For more information, contact:
Miranda Fatherree: 903-261-6935, mirandafatherree@yahoo.com
Patti Higginbotham 903-735-5123
G.I.R.L. Retail & Design
Girls learn the business of retail by designing a merchandise item to sell in GSNETX shops! From product ideas, to sales results, and everything in between, particpants learn about working with vendors, costs, and margins, goal setting, and marketing.
For more information, contact Cynthia Hathaway at chathaway@gsnetx.org.
Gutsy Girls Social Skate Club
This active club has a sole focus of encouraging girls to ignite their adventurous and courageous spirits through skateboarding. Join a girl-powered skateboard movement! This club is open to all ages and skill sets. Learn more.
Honor Guard
Honor Guard is a group of girls interested in traditions, flags, ceremonies, and patriotism. Training and development is based on ceremonial understanding and respect for the American, Texas, Girl Scout, and WAGGGS flags. Training in Honor Guard provides girls with opportunities to perform flag ceremonies, participate in parades, and to be leaders. This group is open to all ages.
For more information, contact Jessica Hallet, honorguardgsnetx@gmail.com.
Outdoor Adventure Interest Group
Are you a thrill-seeker or an outdoor enthusiast? OAIG will provide adventures galore! Experienced adults enable girl-led opportunities throughout the year.
For more information, email
outdooradventureinterestgroup@gmail.com or visit the Facebook group.
Saturday Morning Garden Club
All girls and adults are welcome at any meeting! Come learn something new each month, help tend the native plant garden and the butterfly-attracting meadow, "Whispering Wings", develop new skills while earning badges, and have a good time with other Girls Scouts who have a similar interest in nature.
For more information, contact gsnetxgardenclub@gmail.com.
Stream Team
Stream Team turns girls into citizen scientists, creek explorers, and sustainability leaders. Girls will learn about river ecosystems, conduct scientific experiments, and explore wildlife in and around aquatic ecosystems. The scientific data collected supports academic research, informs policy, and serves as an early warning system for water quality events across Texas.
For more information, contact Amber Troxtell amber.troxtell@gmail.com.
Tejas Archers
Tejas Archers is comprised of five teams based on skill level. This club is loads of fun for Girl Scouts interested in learning, building, and sharing their knowledge and skills in archery. Teams meet monthly and can participate in various competitions or tournaments.
For more information, contact: tejasarchers@gsnetx.org.
Tejas Riders
The Tejas Riders is a premier leadership equestrian program of the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas that gives countless hours of service to the equestrian program at Camp Bette Perot, while also building leadership skills. Girls have the opportunity to develop leadership skills, make an impact on other girls and do something amazing. Learn More.
For more information, contact tejasriders@gsnetx.org.
Travel Club (East Texas)
Juniors and up are invited to join our new Travel Club. Along with planning and traveling to different destanations, Girl Scouts will learn about other cultures and places. Come explore the world with us!
Miranda Fatherree: 903-261-6935, mirandafatherree@yahoo.com
Patti Higginbotham 903-735-5123
Triathlon Club
The GSNETX Triathlon Club empowers girls ages 10 and up to pursue personal development in swimming, biking, and running. Club members learn important swim and bike safety lessons, work with professional coaches and enthusiastic volunteers to develop their fitness and skills, volunteer as a club at local triathlon events, and can even participate in local events together. Triathlon is a sport to enjoy for a lifetime. Join the fun! Cost: $20/girl or $60/troop
Contact: raina@playtri.com
Want to learn more about Special Interest Clubs? Email programs@gsnetx.org.
