Everything you need to lead meaningful, outdoor, Scripture-centered experiences with girls.
GEMS Outdoors Sessions help girls explore God’s world while growing in their faith—through movement, conversation, and reflection.
With one purchase, you’ll receive access to all 12 sessions as downloadable PDFs.
What You’ll Receive
Each of the 12 sessions includes:
- A clear leader guide with step-by-step direction
- A focused Scripture passage
- Discussion questions to guide conversation
- Hands-on outdoor activities (adaptable to your setting)
- Reflection prompts to help girls connect experience with truth
- Printable journal pages for each session
Everything is designed to be simple, flexible, and easy to use.
Preview a Session
Want to see what a GEMS Outdoors session looks like?
Download a sample session to explore the format, content, and flow for yourself. This sample includes Session 3: Consider the Birds, where girls learn to trust God’s care through Scripture and hands-on exploration.
What a Session Looks Like
Each session follows a simple, familiar sequence:
- Welcome and opening (including the GEMS Aim)
- Scripture and conversation
- Outdoor activity or experience
- Reflection and response
- Closing prayer
This rhythm helps girls not only learn about God—but recognize His care and presence in everyday moments.
Flexible for Your Club
GEMS Outdoors Sessions can be used in a way that fits your setting:
- Weekly club meetings
- Monthly gatherings
- Outdoor-focused seasons
- Retreats or special events
- Summer programming
You don’t have to follow a rigid schedule—use what works best for your group.
Simple to Prepare
You don’t need special training or outdoor expertise to lead GEMS Outdoors.
Each session is designed to guide you step-by-step. You can review the session ahead of time, gather a few basic supplies, and be ready to lead.
No complicated prep—just a willingness to show up and engage with your girls.
Journaling Options
Each session includes printable journal pages designed to help girls pause, reflect, and respond.
You can print these pages each week—or use the GEMS Outdoors Journal, which gives girls a consistent place to record what they are learning and experiencing.
Included Resources
Your purchase also includes:
- Digital access to the GEMS Outdoors Handbook
- Leader support materials within each session
Printed Handbooks and journals are available separately.
Ready to Get Started?
GEMS Outdoors Sessions are available to active GEMS clubs.
Whether you’re starting something new or building on what you already have, we’ll help you take the next step.