Members of Rindge Girl Scout Troop 59095 spent Sunday, Oct. 5, exploring nature on local hikes. The girls, ranging in age from 5 to 17, trekked either Mount Kidder in New Ipswich or Converse Meadow in Rindge as part of their Trail Adventure Badge activities.

In preparation, the scouts learned first aid, what gear to pack, the importance of “leave no trace” principles and how to respect nature. Each participant earned the Trail Adventure Badge for their level.

Back row, left to right: Trinity, Gwen, Hannah, Ally, Keanna, and Rose. Front row left to right: Maddie, Emma, Payton, Addalynn, Klover and Makayla from Rindge Girl Scout Troop #59095 at Mount Kidder in New Ipswich.
Back row, left to right: Trinity, Gwen, Hannah, Ally, Keanna, and Rose. Front row left to right: Maddie, Emma, Payton, Addalynn, Klover and Makayla from Rindge Girl Scout Troop #59095 at Mount Kidder in New Ipswich. Credit: LIZ SIMMONS / For the Ledger-Transcript

Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains helps girls build friendships, explore the outdoors, and make the world a better place. For more information, call 888-474-9686 or visit girlscoutsgwm.org.