Join Us on Mackinac Island!

Since 1974, Girl Scouts have had the distinguished honor of serving through the Mackinac Island Service Program. This one-of-a-kind opportunity invites girls to play a meaningful role on one of Michigan’s most historic destinations. Selected applicants spend seven days serving the State of Michigan, taking on important responsibilities and experiencing the island in a truly unique way. Through dedication, service, and plenty of unforgettable moments, girls become part of a proud Girl Scout tradition that has created lasting memories for generations.

Watch the videos below to learn more and fill out the application if you're interested!

Raise & lower the flags at Fort Mackinac & other locations on the island every day.

Be stationed to help visitors & answer questions about the island throughout the day.

Perform a variety of service projects to make the island better every year.

Mackinac Island Service Program Applications:

Interested but have questions? Join us for an upcoming Info Night to learn more, get your questions answered, and hear firsthand from past participants about their experience.

Need assistance? Please fill out our scholarship form to request funding for the Mackinac Island Scout Service Program.

Assistance applications are accepted only after girls have been selected to be a part of one of our two Mackinac Island Scout Service Program troops for this Girl Scout year.

Applications for assistance will not be reviewed until after January 2027

Explore Mackinac Island!

Watch flag ceremonies, talk with Honor Girl Scouts about their experience, receive a patch, and have a snack at the barracks.

Listen to their story!

Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan is proud to have two Mackinac Island Service Program Troops that serve on Mackinac Island each summer:

Troop 609 and Troop 7901. Listen to our special edition episodes on our Girl Scout Advantage Podcast to hear more about this girl-led opportunity.