Girl Scouts in Arizona and New Mexico

The Dandelion Troop of girl scouts gathers in Mrs. Vernon’s living room, buzzing with plans for a summer journey across the Southwest. Julie, Betty, Joan and their friends trade telegrams and dreams of desert canyons, red‑rock mesas and the ghost‑filled Santa Fe Trail, while Ruth longs to trade a European tour for the hands‑on lessons only a scout expedition can offer. Their leader, Mr. Gilroy, a seasoned explorer who once owed his life to the scouts, promises a route that will test their skills and reward their curiosity.

From the moment the caravan rolls out, the girls will learn to read the sky, set up camp on rugged ridges and navigate the mysteries of ancient ruins that dot the landscape. Along the way they encounter new friends, face sudden challenges of fragile desert weather, and discover the quiet bravery that comes from teamwork. Listeners will follow their first steps into a world where every sunrise brings a fresh lesson in courage and wonder.