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[quote=Anonymous]My kids have done both and there are positives and negatives to each. For us, Cub Scouts (CS) cost more upfront, but Girl Scouts (GS) cost about the same overall. Both have uniforms, GS have to be replaced more often (CS you can size up and wear 1-5.  GS have different uniforms for K-1, 2-3, 4-5.) Both typically require fundraising  - how much depends a lot on your troop/council. Both organizations, at least in my area, are having financial difficulties and struggle a bit with funding camps and the overall organization.

Much will depend on your troop volunteers - they make a huge difference in how the group feels. That said, I think the CS program is stronger. GS is “girl led”, but overall I think the badges are generally fluffier and you can end up with a year that isn’t interesting to your kid. CS is more structured and has a core program so there’s more consistency and a higher level of skills learned.

It was nice not having to be at the GS meetings, but they were often very chaotic and the girls definitely learned less as a result. My kid who did GS for 5 years had fun and enjoyed their time with friends. My kid who did CS for 4 years had fun and actually learned some skills.
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