2025 Scout Information

For the most up-to-date information, check out our Facebook Event page here.

There is no cost associated with participation in this program.

All activities will be held rain or shine and are available on a first-come-first served basis.

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If you have any questions regarding the badgework itself, please consult the link to the original requirements provided and then contact your troop leaders. Gate House and Town Staff can answer questions about day-of arrangements, but are not experts in badge requirements or affiliated officially with Scouting America or Girl Scouts.

Scouting America:
Citizenship in the Community

This is a yearly offering by the Town of Sykesville to help coordinate assistance with some of the requirements of this badge, and educate young people about civics.

First, come talk with Gate House staff about this badge and its requirements and how the Town of Sykesville can help you understand citizenship in our community!

Then, visit us at the Town House on Civics Day to talk to our elected Town officials, get answers to your questions, and share your ideas about how to make our Town a better place.

2025 updated handouts, FAQ and details of what is at each site and what you need to do at home is found here.

You can find information about our Town Council, including contact information here

Video recordings (available live as scheduled) of Town Council meetings can be found on our Town YouTube channel here.

A useful playlist of content related to citizenship and the community both by Town staff and outside sources suitable for scouts has been created here and will be playing on a loop, Fridays in April at the Gate House leading up to Civics Day, but can be viewed here as well.

Girl Scouts:
Celebrating Community Badge

About This Badge:

Scouts do not make available the full text of this badge online. Please contact your troop leader for further information or purchase a copy here: https://www.girlscoutshop.com/brownie-celebrating-community-badge-requirements?quantity=1

At the Event:

Learn about the State motto, and flag.

Suggest to the Town Council a town motto!

Get involved with our upcoming "Let Freedom Ring" Parade. Find out more here.

Take a History Tour

Tour the Sykesville Town House and learn how it represents our town's dedication to historic preservation.

Step outside and see the memorial garden, dedicated to Sykesville Citizens with ties to the US military.

At the Event: Explore Community Symbols

Meet Sparky the SPARC (Sykesville Parks and Recreation Commission) squirrel and discuss how mascots are symbols.

Pick up a Town of Sykesville mini flag and learn about the buildings reflected on it

Go on a Main Street flag scavenger hunt! How many can you find, and what kinds?

March!

Learn about how to march in a band, military setting, or during a flag ceremony. Ask a band member, or watch a video here

MUSIC!

Think about songs that represent America, our state, and our TOWN! Write an email to the Downtown Sykesville Connection suggesting three songs to be played at our "Let Freedom Ring" parade this summer.