Girl Guides is back in Parkes and has already seen a huge response from local families.
The historic community group for girls had stopped operating in town when Covid hit the country.
The Parkes Girl Guides teams have been overwhelmed with the response from girls in the community wanting to try guiding after more than 40 girls have been attending their come and try sessions.
District manager Jen Harris said through a series of fun activities and opportunities, girls have the opportunity to discover new interests, develop their talents and share the experience with a group of friends.
Parkes Girl Guides acknowledges how girls can grow and learn in a safe and supported environment.
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"Guiding is girl-led which allows girls to choose, plan and undertake their activities and events," Jen said.
"Guides work together in small groups while assisted by volunteer adult leaders who encourage Guides to learn new skills and take on new challenges in a safe environment."
You will find friendly leaders at Parkes Girl Guides including Angela Fitzpatrick and Jessica Neilsen.
Activities girls will participate in range from craft, games, cooking, outdoor activities and involvement in community based activities and events.
Guides will be run Monday afternoons through school terms from 4.30pm to 5.30/6pm for girls aged seven to 10.
Parkes Girl Guides hopes to expand to accommodate older girls as they progress.
The next come and try afternoon will be held on Monday, 17 March from 4.30pm at the Parkes Girl Guides Hall located on Cecile Street.
Register your interest via contacting Jen on 0468 510 596 or parkesdm@girlguides-nswactnt.org.au.
