Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Introduces Exploremores ™ for 2026 Girl Scout Cookie Season
September 09, 2025
(PHOENIX) – Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC) is introducing a new addition to the Girl Scout Cookie lineup: Exploremores ™. The rocky road ice cream–inspired sandwich cookie features delicious flavors of chocolate, marshmallow and toasted almond-flavored crème.
Exploremores will be available during GSACPC’s 2026 Girl Scout Cookie Season across central and northern Arizona early next year, with more than 12,000 girls in grades K ™ –12 proudly representing the council.
“Exploremores reflect the spirit of exploration at the heart of every Girl Scout. We are excited that it offers local Girl Scouts a path to learn valuable skills as they sell cookies in-person and online through the Girl Scout Cookie Program – the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program in the world,” says Christina Spicer, co-CEO of GSACPC.
The Girl Scout Cookie Program empowers girls to become leaders by developing five essential skills: goal setting, decision-making, money management, people skills and business ethics. By selling cookies, girls also learn the importance of giving back and making a positive impact in their communities.
“When you buy a package of Exploremores or any favorite Girl Scout Cookies, 100 percent of the proceeds stay local to support girls and programs right here in our community,” said Mary Mitchell, co-CEO of GSACPC. “This support enables girl-led community service projects that address local needs, enrich troop field trips, support year-round outdoor programs and more meaningful opportunities.”
Impactful, girl-led cookie proceeds initiatives include donations to animal shelters, food and clothing drives, environmental advocacy programs and other community service projects that create visible and sustainable differences in girls’ local schools, neighborhoods, and community organizations.
“We appreciate the support of the community in helping Girl Scouts discover all they can do and be,” adds Mitchell. “We’re excited to share Exploremores and inspire girls to explore even further through entrepreneurship, STEM, outdoor adventures and more year-round sisterhood Girl Scouts has to offer.”
For more information on GSACPC, visit www.girlscoutsaz.org.
About Girl Scouts—Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC)
In partnership with 6,500 adult volunteers, GSACPC serves over 12,000 girls grades K-12 in more than 90 communities across central and northern Arizona. Since 1936, GSACPC has helped girls develop leadership skills and tools for success in a rapidly changing environment. We know that given the opportunity, every girl can become a leader, act confidently on her values, and connect with her community. For more information, visit www.girlscoutsaz.org.
