2017-2018 Program and Training Guide

Program & Training Guide 2017-2018

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Table of Contents Introduction

Who We Are

Our Grade Levels

Our Mission

Girl Scout Promise

Girl Scout Law Important Council Dates Shop Event Registration Year At-a-Glance Wanted! Trainers & Volunteers 4 Pillars of Girl Scouting Programs

Outdoor S.T.E.A.M.

Life Skills Entrepreneurship Council-Wide Events Summer Camp Fall Product Program & Sale Cookie Program & Sale Service Unit Map Training Requirements & Schedule

Building Reservations Highest Awards Dessert Before Dinner 2018 Save the Date

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Introduction WHO WE ARE We’re 6,000 Go-getters, Innovators, Risk-takers, and Leaders (G.I.R.L.) who make Southern Nevada a better place through community service projects, leadership development, and public advocacy. Continuing the legacy of our founder, Juliette Gordon Low, Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada prepares girls to meet their world with courage, confidence, and character.

As our council enters it’s 86th year of welcoming all girls into the Girl Scout sisterhood, we’re preparing future female leaders through our four content pillars: STEAM (Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts, and Math), Outdoor Experiences, Life Skills, and Entrepreneurship.

Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada continues to be the preeminent leadership development organization where girls learn and thrive in a safe and supportive all-girl setting.

Our Grade Levels Any girl in grades K-12 can join the fun at Girl Scouts.

Whether you want to be part of a troop, sign up for exciting events, explore the outdoors, or travel the world - each age level has something for you.

Girls are placed in the grade level that corresponds to their school grade (see right). Look for this grade level color throughout the Program & Training guide to find the programs and events created just for your G.I.R.L.!

grades k-1

grades 2-3

grades 4-5

grades 6-8

grades 9-10

grades 11-12

Our Mission

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Important Council Dates

Dates subject to change - check our online calendar at www.girlscoutsnv.org for current information

October 2017

November 2017

December 2017

2-3 Shop Closed - Inventory Days

3 GSSNV Convention Round-up

22 Shop Closed - Inventory Day

3-8 G.I.R.L. 2017 Convention; Columbus, OH

25-31 Office Closed - Winter Break

25-26 Office Closed - Staff Development

10 Office Closed - Veteran’s Day 17-19 A Star Wars Camporee

31 Juliette Gordon Low’s Birthday

23-24 Office Closed - Thanksgiving Holiday

January 2018

February 2018

MArch 2018

1 Office Closed - Winter Break

22 World Thinking Day

12 Cookie Pre-Sales Begin (See pg 41 for Detailed Calendar)

23 Cookie Booth Sales Begin (See pg 41 for Detailed Calendar)

11-17 Girl Scout Week (Starting w/ GS Sunday & ending w/ GS Sabbath)

15 Office Closed Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

23-25 GSUSA National Cookie Weekend

31 Bronze, Silver, & Gold Award Deadline

April 2018

May 2018

June 2018

6 Shop Closed - Inventory Day

28 Office Closed - Memorial Day

4 Camp Season Opens with Daycamp

21 Rock the Dam

12 Girl Scouts Day

15 Resident Camp Opens

22 National Girl Scout Leader’s Day 29 Highest Awards Ceremony TBD Girl Scout Night at the Las Vegas 51’s

JUly 2018 4 Office Closed - Independence Day 13 Shop Closed - Inventory Day

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August 2018

September 2018

2 Resident Camp closes

4 Office Closed - Labor Day

10 Camp Season Closes with Daycamp

15 Dessert Before Dinner

18 6th Annual L.E.A.D. Conference

TBD Fall Product Sales (See pg 40 for the 2017 Detailed Calendar)

COME CHECK OUT OUR COUNCIL RETAIL SHOP! Our Shop has: ☙☙ Badges ☙☙ Uniforms ☙☙ T-Shirts

☙☙ Pins ☙☙ Gifts ☙☙ & Other Supplies

Can’t stop by?

SHOP ONLINE 24/7

www.girlscoutsnv.org

SHOP HOURS (Beginning October 1st): Monday, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Tuesday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 1st Saturday of the month, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 3

Event Registration Step 1

From the GSSNV home page, click on the events link to see all of our upcoming events & specific registration requirements

Step 2

Step 3

When you find the event you would like to attend, click the link and press the “Register Now” button

You will be taken to an online event system - Camp Brain, Eventbrite, or eBiz.

Camp Brain & eBiz Create a new user or use your login to complete your registration Eventbrite Complete the registration form.

If you were given a code by staff, enter it in “promo code”

**If you experience any difficulty (i.e. forgotten password or links do not work), feel free to e-mail us at customerservice@girlscoutsnv.org or call (702) 385-3677.

Step 4

Once you have reached the confirmation page, you will receive a confirmation e-mail with more information on your event

Refunds / Cancellation Policy Minimum and maximum attendance requirements exist for all programs. Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada reserves the right to cancel or change any scheduled activities due to lack of enrollment, severe weather, or natural disaster. Cancellation and refund requests must be made in writing thirty (30) days before the event to receive a 100% refund. No refunds within 30 days of the event. ☙☙ No refunds will be issued for no-shows. ☙☙ The $25 Girl Scout membership fee and $15 GSSNV Council Service Fee are non-refundable. ☙☙ All refund requests must be made in writing to: customerservice@girlscoutsnv.org. ☙☙ Requests should include member’s name, address, program name, date, and reason for refund / cancellation.

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Year At-a-Glance Daisy

Brownie

Junior

Cadette

Senior

Ambassador

Adult

Volunteers Needed

October 2017 Date

Program Level

Pillar

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Get Outdoors, Nevada!

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Shark Reef - Juniors

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Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” at The Smith Center

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Code Central Family Night

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G.I.R.L. Media Team Kickoff Meeting

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CEO in Training*

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GAM - Gather All Mariners*

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Shark Reef - Brownies

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Art in the Park - Brownie (Service Unit Event)

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Art in the Park - Junior (Service Unit Event)

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Smile! - It’s Contagious

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Cosmic Comic Cadettes!

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Rock Climbing Adventure*

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Cowgirl Up

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Pollution Solution at the Joyce Straus House*

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Honoring America’s Veterans (Service Unit Event)

Don’t miss out on our Community Partner activities! Visit the end of each “Pillar of Girl Scouting” Program section for additional opportunities that can be organized around your troop’s schedule!

Outdoor

S.T.E.A.M.

Life Skills

Entrepreneurship

Council

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Year At-a-Glance Daisy

Brownie

Junior

Cadette

Senior

Ambassador

Adult

Volunteers Needed

November 2017 Date

Program Level

Pillar

Page Event

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G.I.R.L. Convention Round-up

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First Saturday - Our Feathered Friends

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Photograph Zion*

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Ms Fix-It

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Star Wars Camporee, The Adventure*

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UNLV - Get to Know Nuclear Workshop

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Cowgirl Up

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Choose Kindness (Service Unit Event)

December 2017 Date

Program Level

Pillar

Page Event

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First Saturday - It’s Electric!

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Holidays Around the World*

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Caroling & Campfire*

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Girl Scout Night at “The Nutcracker”

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Cowgirl Up

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Outdoor

S.T.E.A.M.

Life Skills

Entrepreneurship

Council

Year At-a-Glance Daisy

Brownie

Junior

Cadette

Senior

Ambassador

Adult

Volunteers Needed

January 2018 Date

Program Level

Pillar

Page Event

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Program Aide*

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Cookie Rally

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American Red Cross Babysitting Course*

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Shark Reef - Cadette to Ambassador

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I Am Your Flag

February 2018 Date

Program Level

Pillar

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Page Event 35

Cookie Booth Sales Begin

March 2018 Date

Program Level

Pillar

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Page Event 23

Outdoor Brownie Madness*

April 2018 Date

Program Level

Pillar

Page Event

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3rd Annual Powder Puff Derby (Service Unit Event)*

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Girl Scout Night Out at Blue Man Group

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Junior Jam*

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Rock the Dam 2018 - Bridging Event*

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Earth Day & Geocaching Exploration (SU Event)

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Highest Awards Ceremony

TBD

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Las Vegas 51’s Game*

Outdoor

S.T.E.A.M.

Life Skills

Entrepreneurship

Council

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Year At-a-Glance Daisy

Brownie

Junior

Cadette

Senior

Ambassador

Adult

Volunteers Needed

May 2018 Date

Program Level

Pillar

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Page Event 14

Snooze at the Zoo*

June 2018 Date

Program Level

Pillar

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Page Event 15

Ultimate Utah Getaway*

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Stay Tuned for Camp Programming!

July 2018 Date

Program Level

Pillar

Page Event 39

Stay Tuned for Camp Programming!

August 2018 Date

Program Level

Pillar

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Page Event 38

L.E.A.D Conference

September 2018 Date

Program Level

Pillar

Page Event

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Dessert Before Dinner Gala

28-30

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Songfest Jamboree*

TBD

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Fall Product Sales Begin

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Outdoor

S.T.E.A.M.

Life Skills

Entrepreneurship

Council

Wanted!

Trainers & Volunteers Be the role model she’ll always remember!

O Trainers Needed:

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First Aid / CPR Girl Scout Levels Camp / Outdoor Volunteer Essentials Troop Finances

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Troop Leaders Service Unit Team Community Troops Council Volunteer Events

Refer to page 44 for required training for all volunteers

Girl Scouts is the place where every G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader)™ can find the space, tools and support they need to consistently: Transform ideas into action

Turn questions into adventures Grow confidence through practice Believe in the Power of G.I.R.L. Join now at girlscoutsnv.org/join.

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Programs & Events

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Get Outdoors Nevada

The Outside Las Vegas Foundation proudly presents the 4th annual Get Outdoors Nevada Day! A free, fun, family-friendly event highlighting all Southern Nevada has to offer in recreational activities, education, volunteering, tourism and local businesses. Come to the Girl Scouts booth and see if your group can build the tallest tower! The first 300 participants will receive a Get Outdoors fun patch and the winners of the competition will get a special STEM patch!

Date: October 7, 2017

Location: Cornerstone Park 1600 Wigwam Pkwy, Henderson, NV 89074

Time: 8:00am - 2:00pm

Price: Free (Patch for the first 300 participants)

GAM - Gather All Mariners

Calling all shipmates, gather ‘round the shipyard and come out for our canoeing extravaganza. Whether this is your first trip to the lake or you’re a seasoned pro, you are bound to have fun. Girl Scouts are invited to join us at Pirate Cove in Needles, CA. All troops are responsible for bringing their own cooking supplies and equipment. Girls arrive on Friday for a casual evening of fun with friends and setting up camp. Saturday brings a full day of water activities and outdoor skills concluding with a campfire. Sunday groups are welcome to wake to their own schedule, pack up, and head home. Groups are responsible for their own transportation to this event. Please submit a special activity form 2 weeks prior to the event.

Please note this is not a canoe certification course.

Date: October 21-23, 2017

Location: Pirates Cove - Needles, CA 100 Park Moab Rd, Needles, CA 92363

Time: Oct 21, 5:00pm - Oct 23, 9:00am

Price: Girls - $30 / Adults - $30 (Patch included)

Art in the Park - Brownies

Join Brownie Girl Scouts as they earn their Outdoor Art Creator badge through hands-on art in nature.

Roadrunner Service Unit is hosting this Brownie Art in the Park event! Meet an artist that uses nature as her inspiration, make something to wear, learn a song, and capture your nature picture to keep. Girls will share art ideas, create something to wear and create a dance or make music in the outdoors.

Date: October 21, 2017

Location: Clark County Wetlands, 7050 Wetlands Park Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89122

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Price: Girls - $20 (Badge included)

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Art in the Park - Junior

Roadrunner Service Unit is hosting a Junior Art in the Park event. Throughout this workshop, girls will explore the outdoors, learn to photograph nature, and earn the Outdoor Art Explorer badge. Meet an artist that uses nature as her inspiration, make something to wear from nature, learn a song inspired by nature and capture your nature picture to keep.

Date: October 21, 2017

Location: Clark County Wetlands, 7050 Wetlands Park Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89122

Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Price: Girls - $20 (Badge included)

Rock Climbing Adventure

Come to Nevada Climbing Center and learn what it takes to go rock climbing. Girls will learn about rock climbing safety, the verbal signals for rock climbing, what different ropes are for, how to tie knots required for rock climbing, what it means to belay, and how to climb. Please bring a water bottle and snack. Wear comfortable clothing that is not baggy as you will be wearing a harness for climbing. Adults are welcome to join in the program, if desired.

Date: October 27, 2017

Location: Nevada Climbing Center 3065 E Patrick Ln #4, Las Vegas NV 89120

Time: 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Price: Girls - $20 / Adults - $20 (Patch included)

Cowgirl Up

Are you ready to master the fundamentals of horse riding? Learn what it takes to be an accomplished equestrian by hopping in the saddle and learning to ride this majestic animal.

Date: October 28, 2017

Location: Floyd Lamb Park, 9200 Tule Springs Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89131

Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Price: Girls - $15 / Adult - Free (Badge included)

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Star Wars Camporee, The Adventure

Camporee; it’s a Girl Scout tradition and an opportunity to share Girl Scout sisterhood in the great outdoors. This year, service units will come together for a weekend of camping and activities facilitated, in part, by Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada. A great way for troops and girls to bond as well as a good introduction to camping for new volunteers and girls in a supportive environment. Check with your service unit manager to see which movie your service unit has selected to represent at Star Wars Camporee 2017. Camporee is non-stop fun, complete with evening campfires and a themed activities on Saturday.

Date: November 17-19, 2017

Location: Clark County Fairgrounds

1301 Whipple Ave, Logandale, NV 89021

Time: Nov 17, 3:00pm - Nov 19, 10:00am

Price: Girls - $30 / Adult - $30 (Patch included)

Cowgirl Up

Are you ready to master the fundamentals of horse riding? Learn what it takes to be an accomplished equestrian by hopping in the saddle and learning to ride this majestic animal.

Date: November 18, 2017

Location: Floyd Lamb Park, 9200 Tule Springs Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89131

Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Price: Girls - $15 / Adult - Free (Badge included)

Caroling & Campfire

Make new friends, but keep the old. This event is all about bringing Girl Scouts together, a perfect evening with s’mores, songs, & swaps. Girls are encouraged to bring swaps to trade with other Girl Scouts.

Date: December 8, 2017

Location: Girl Scout Council Office

2941 Harris Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Price: Girls - $10 / Adult - $5 (Patch included)

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Cowgirl Up

Are you ready to master the fundamentals of horse riding? Learn what it takes to be an accomplished equestrian by hopping in the saddle and learning to ride this majestic animal.

Date: December 16, 2017

Location: Floyd Lamb Park, 9200 Tule Springs Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89131

Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Price: Girls - $15 / Adult - Free (Badge included)

Junior Jam

Get ready for a wonderful weekend camping by the waterfront in Needles, California. A weekend of water fun, canoeing, kayaking, playing water games, campfire and singalongs. During this event, girls will learn about water safety and sample canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. All troops are responsible for bringing their own cooking supplies and equipment and for their own transportation to this event. Please submit a special activity form 2 weeks prior to the event.

Date: April 13-15, 2018

Location: Pirates Cove - Needles, CA

100 Park Moab Rd, Needles, CA 92363

Time: Apr 13, 5:00pm - Apr 15, 9:00am

Price: Girls - $25 / Adult - $25 (Patch included)

Snooze at the Zoo

What is a biome? How is it different than an animal’s habitat? At this action packed overnight we will learn the answers to theses questions plus a bunch more about what animals need to survive. Join us in exciting activities and a night hike around Zoo grounds, which includes a flashlight tour of the Herpetarium. We’ll also take a morning stroll around Zoo grounds to see the animals wake up.

Date: May 19-20, 2018

Location: Los Angeles Zoo

5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, CA. 90027

Time: May 19, 11:00am - May 20, 3:00pm

Price: Girls - $122 / Adult - $122 (Patch included)

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Ultimate Utah Getaway

Calling all risk-takers! We’re heading east to Utah for an outdoor adventure! Certified staff from the Carbon County Recreation Department will lead Girl Scouts as they white water raft, rappel and hike.

Participants will experience college life as they sleep in dorms on the campus of Utah State University.

Transportation is included.

Date: June 11-13, 2018

Location: Utah State University, 451 E. 400 North, Price, Utah 84501

Time: TBD

Price: Girls - $350 / Adult - $350

Songfest Jamboree

Join Girl Scouts from across the Southwest and the United States for a weekend of traditional campfire songs, badge work, and mountain adventure! Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada will host 500 Girl Scout girls and adults for a weekend of fun, music and song - First Come, First Serve. Girl Scout song-leaders from multiple councils will come together to offer a weekend of song and GS traditions with break out sessions for badge-work and skills. Groups are responsible for their own transportation.

Date: September 28-30, 2018

Location: Pali Retreat and Conference Center

30778 Highway 18, Running Springs, CA 92382

Time: Sept 28, 4:00pm - Sept 30, 12:00pm

Price: Girls - $200 / Adult - $200 (T-Shirt, Badge, & Patch included)

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Archery

Clark County Shooting Complex offers Archery for all ages and skill level. Earn your Girl Scout patch or badge in a class (limit 40) or private appointment.

Private appointments offered Wednesday & Thursday 8am – 10pm, Friday, Saturday & Sunday 8am – 5pm.

Summer walk-in classes July 1 – August 31, every Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday 9am – 12 noon, .

Every Thursday evening we offer an Archery class 6pm – 9pm. Girl Scouts attending the Archery Basic Class will receive a certificate to redeem for a patch. Girl Scouts attending the Cadette Archery Course will receive a certificate to redeem for a badge.

Contact Information: Betty-Jane Kuhlendahl 702.455.2002 bettyjane@clarkcountynv.org Book at least 2 weeks in advance

Location: Clark County Shooting Complex, 11357 N Decatur Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89131 Price $5.00 - includes bow, arrows, target and instruction. This is a three per (3) hour class. person:

Cowabunga Bay

Enjoy great family fun at this sprawling seasonal water park with multiple slides, a wave pool and a kids’ area, plus delicious food or even a VIP cabana experience (additional charge). Take a trip back to the surfin’ safari beach days at this surf-retro themed water park. The most fun water park in Las Vegas, it’s the best way to beat the heat! This package includes all-day admission, pizza meal, and a Cowabunga Bay patch.

Contact Information: Desi Dean 702.850.9000 x. 112 sales@cowabungabay.com Book at least 1 week in advance

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Location: Cowabunga Bay, 900 Galleria Dr, Henderson, NV 89011 Price per person:

Mon-Fri - $19.99, Sat-Sun - $24.99 Troop Season Pass - $69.99 when you buy 15 or more

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Desert Adventures

Our trips include hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, horseback riding, ziplines, and adventures in Zion, Bryce, and the Grand Canyon. We house a team of well-trained and knowledgeable Guides to answer questions, lead adventures, teach and instruct, or recommend local fare.

Contact Information: Joyce Kehoe 702.293.5026 info@kayaklasvegas.com Book at least 2 weeks in advance

Location: Desert Adventures, 1647 Nevada Highway Suite A, Boulder City, NV 89005 Price $5 off regular admission per person:

Impact Archery

Arrows will be flying as archers take their stance. Get ready to test your sharpshooting, flexibility and mental acuteness skills. Archery is a sport where, with commitment you, as a young archer, can work toward achieving Olympic Gold. This sport is for everyone, regardless of a girl’s size and physical ability.

Contact Information: Charles Roof 702.701.7766 charles@impactarcherylv.com Book at least 2 weeks in advance

Location: Impact Archery, 6323 Dean Martin Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89118 Price per person:

$10

Origin Climbing

1-hour fun-filled climbing session for girls of all ages and abilities. Origin Instructor will guide, assist and belay girls on a variety of climbing terrain. Rock climbing is a great way to meet and make new friends.

The social nature of climbing makes it easy to break the ice and get to know new people in a fun, active environment.

Contact Information: Lacey Jones 702.570.7034 (o) | 702.326.9269 (c) www.originclimb.com Book at least 2 weeks in advance

Location: Origin Climbing and Fitness, 7585 Commercial Way, Henderson, NV 89011 Price per person:

Individually (no intructor)- $15 Group Rate (with instructor; 6-12 people) - $20

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Red Rock Fencing

En garde! Red Rock Fencing Center’s main goal is to return the fun to fencing by finding ways to attract more fencers to the sport and to create new venues to retain experienced fencers Contact Information: Frank Van Dyke 702.222.1901 www.redrockfencingcenter.com Book at least 2 weeks in advance

Location: Red Rock Fencing 4525 W Hacienda Ave Suite A-2, Las Vegas, NV 89118 Price $30 (10 person minimum) per person:

Snowshoe in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area

Take a guided hike on Mount Charleston in snowshoes! Program includes equipment overview and lasts for about 90 minutes. Availability based on snow conditions on Mount Charleston. Snow cover and warm days are unpredictable, and the mountain is wild, so pick a few dates and be prepared to postpone if there is no snow or an active storm.

Contact Information: Go Mt. Charleston programs@gomtcharleston.com Book at least 2 weeks in advance with 2 potential dates of interest

Location: Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway, 2525 Kyle Canyon Rd, Mt. Charleston, NV 89124 Price $10 (up to 20 participants; Snowshoe sizes are limited, and smaller per Juniors may not have comfortable shoe sizing.) person:

Vegas Indoor Skydiving, The Ultimate Simulated Free Fall

Ready to earn your wings? Experience the thrilling sensation of skydiving, without a parachute or airplane, as a 1,000 horsepower motor keeps you soaring through the air in America’s original indoor skydiving facility. The propeller turns on and the air begins to flow. You’re floating, flying, free falling through the air with wind speeds up to 120 mph.

Contact Information: Vegas Indoor Skydiving 702.731.4768 (o) | 702.332.2741 (c)samm@ vegasindoorskydiving.com Book at least 2 weeks in advance

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Location: Vegas Indoor Skydiving, 200 Convention Center Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89109 Price per person:

$40 per single flight

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Water World Scuba Diving

Snorkeling: A great way to begin your underwater adventures. It’s your chance to start exploring a new and fascinating world. Suitable for all ages, snorkeling provides both action and relaxation - whatever you are looking for. Snorkeling is a great year-round activity, no matter where you live. Open to girls 5 years and up. Includes snacks & badge. (2 hour session) Try Scuba Diving! This opportunity allows you to discover the magical world of colorful fish and living reefs in crystal clear blue and warm water! There’s nothing like it. Scuba Diving is much easier than you think and Try Scuba Diving will prepare you to participate in this new sport that awaits you. Dive into a whole new world open to girl age 8 years and up. Includes snacks & badge. (2 hour session) Swimming Safety-Scuba Rangers: Not just a diving course, it can also be a long term activity if you want to become part of a Scuba Rangers Club! During the club sessions you will learn about our environment, get more diving experience and have a fun time together. For more information please contact Water World.

Contact Information: Dawn Edgar 702.425.3428 www.waterworldscuba.com Book at least 2 weeks in advance

Location: Water World Scuba, 789 Middlegate Rd, Henderson, NV 89011 Price per person:

Snorkeling $30, Try Scuba - $30, Scuba Ranger - $99 (additional fee may be required)

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Shark Reef - Juniors

Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay is not your typical aquarium. It’s a total sensory experience designed to transport girls to an undersea ocean of fantastic sights, sounds, and encounters. Featuring dangerous and unusual aquatic animals from the world’s tropical waters, Shark Reef Aquarium takes girls on a journey through an ancient temple slowly being claimed by the sea.

Date: October 7, 2017

Location: Shark Reef Mandalay Bay

3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119

Time: 9:00am - 11:00am

Price: Girls - $9 / Adults - $15 (Patch Included)

Code Central Family Night

Learning to code opens up a whole new world of possibilities and provides a deeper level of critical and logical thinking. Code Central recognizes the increasing need for computer literacy among school-age children and will host an introductory session for Girl Scouts and an accompanying parent. During the session, you will have the opportunity to work together on a coding lesson and learn more about Code Central’s curriculum.

Date: October 9, 2017

Location: Girl Scout Council Office

2941 Harris Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Price: Girls - $5 / Adults - $5

Shark Reef - Brownies

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Date: October 21, 2017

Location: Shark Reef Mandalay Bay

3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119

Time: 9:00am - 11:00am

Price: Girls - $9 / Adults - $15 (Patch Included)

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Cosmic Comic Cadettes!

Jean Marie Munson is a board member of Girls Reaching Radical Levels of Success (GRRLS), a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower and educate young women in our community. Through female representation and workshops, GRRLS is helping to create future leaders and a stronger community. In this workshop, Girl Scouts will work hands-on with Jean to discover, learn, and create comics while they earn their Comic Artist Badge. The event will be hosted by Cosmic Comics! where girls will be immersed in the authentic realm of comics and will be able to meet and greet published artists at the conclusion of the event.

Date: October 22, 2017

Location: Cosmic Comics!

3830 E Flamingo Rd #2, Las Vegas, NV 89121

Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm

Price: Girls - $5 (Badge Included)

Pollution Solution at the Joyce Straus House

Grow your appreciation for the arts with Heidi Straus as she honors the values instilled by Joyce Straus.

Girls will need to bring a collection of artifacts (about 30) from their own lives that are symbolic, have been stuffed in drawers, take up space, or are now labeled as “junk”. Using these “junk” artifacts from your life, you will create your own Pollution Solution mixed media canvases that can serve as a memorable timepiece while earning your Collage Artist badge.

Date: October 28, 2017

Location: Joyce Straus House

409 Rosemary Ln Las Vegas, NV 89107

Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm (Snacks provided)

Price: Girls - $5 (Badge Included)

Photograph Zion

Girls will have the chance to photograph the beauty of fall at Zion National Park while hiking and exploring the park. Girls will use their digital cameras to complete a photo challenge while at the park and will submit their favorite photo for a contest. Adults on the trip will also compete in their own photo contest after the trip. Girls will need to edit their photos at home to complete their badge.

Date: November 10, 2017

Location: Girl Scout Council Office

2941 Harris Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Time: 7:30am - 6:00pm (Snacks provided)

Price: Girls - $52 / Adults - $52 (Badge Included)

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UNLV - Get to Know Nuclear Workshop

UNLV Nuclear Science graduate students will give presentations and operate stations that will allow you to receive your nuclear patch for attending the entire workshop. As part of this workshop, you will visit the National Atomic Testing Museum! For safety reasons, you MUST wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.

Date: November 18, 2017

Location: UNLV Thomas T. Beam Engineering Complex

4505 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89154

Time: 7:30am - 4:30pm (Lunch provided)

Price: Girls - Free (Patch Included) / UNLV Patch & Pin - $6

Holidays Around the World

Celebrate winter holidays from Sweden, Germany and Japan. Journey to Sweden as we explore the tradition of St. Lucia’s Day, learn about the Holiday Markets in Germany, and New Years in Japan.

Date: December 2, 2017

Location: Girl Scout Council Office

2941 Harris Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Price: Girls - $20 / Adults - Free (Patch Included)

Girl Scout Night at “The Nutcracker”

From Sugarplums to Snowflakes! The Nutcraker is a favorite beloved tradition that features Clara, her friends, and the Nutcracker in a magical, lavish production with soaring music, dazzling costumes, and many surprises! Enjoy the interactive Nutcracker Wonderland before the performance along with lobby boutique and photo opportunities for your holiday shopping. Come early for our extra special Nutcracker Wonderland at 6:30pm. Includes an interactive experience and story reading by a special guest!

Date: December 15, 2017

Location: Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center,

361 Symphony Park Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89106

Time: 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Price: Main Floor - $79, Dress Circle & Lower Gallery - $49 (Patch included with Group Sales)

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Shark Reef - Cadettes to Seniors

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Date: January 20, 2018

Location: Shark Reef Mandalay Bay

3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119

Time: 9:00am - 11:00am

Price: Girls - $9 / Adults - $15 (Patch Included)

Outdoor Brownie Madness

Nature has a great way of placing girls in new physical, psychological, and social situations that motivate curiosity and exploration. Want to learn more about outdoor skills, outdoor adventure, and your environment? Come to Floyd Lamb Park and help us create madness. Girls will have the chance to try several different activities while at Floyd Lamb Park. Adults are welcome to join in the fun and will have the chance to make a snack as well. Floyd Lamb Park is a great place for a picnic lunch after our activity concludes.

Date: March 24, 2018

Location: Floyd Lamb Park, 9200 Tule Springs Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89131

Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm

Price: Girls - $20 / Adults - $5

3rd Annual Powder Puff Derby (Service Unit Event)

The Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada has the checkered flag waiting for you and your custom built car.

Each girl will design and create their own race car before the event and bring it to race against other GirlScout created cars. Prizes will be awarded in several superlative categories. Every Girl Scout will receive a fun patch for participation. Powder Puff Derby is hosted by the Roadrunner Service Unit!

Date: April 6-7, 2018

Location: Girl Scout Council Office

2941 Harris Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Time: Apr 6, 6:00pm - Apr 7, 7:00pm

Price: Girls - $12 / Adults - $12 (Patch Included)

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Girl Scout Night Out at Blue Man Group

Leave your expectations at the door and let three bald and blue men take you on a spectacular journey filled with music, laughter and surprises. Right before the show, at 5pm, the girls will get a chance to participate in a Q&A with a Blue Man and witness Sound Check.

Date: April 7, 2018

Location: Luxor Hotel & Casino

3900 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89119

Time: 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Price: Girls - $65 / Adults - $65 (Patch Included)

Earth Day & Geocaching Exploration (Service Unit Event)

Come out to celebrate Earth Day at Clark County Wetlands Park. The day will include a nature walk, scavenger hunt and educational activities. Girls will also learn how to geocache as well as make an item to leave behind in one of the caches at the Wetlands. At the end of the program girls will vote on a location to place a brand new geocache and will learn how they can see who has stopped by to pay our cache a visit.

Date: April 22, 2018

Location: Clark County Wetlands, 7050 Wetlands Park Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89122

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm

Price: Girls - $8 / Adults - Free (Patch Included)

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Horses for Heroes

Riding a horse is one of the most exciting things you can do. But ask any good horseback rider her secret to success and she’ll say that understanding a horse is as important as learning to ride one. Get clued in to horses and get ready to ride! You will be able to work on your Junior Horseback Riding Badge.

Contact Information: Sydney Knott 702.339.0615 www.horses4heroes.org Book at least 2 weeks in advance

Location: Horses for Heroes, 9200 Tule Springs Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89131 Price $200 for 20 girls per person:

Planetarium

For all you future astronomers (or even for those who love and appreciate space), visit Las Vegas’ Planetarium and Observatory for something out- of-this-world.

Contact Information: Pamela A. Maher 702.651.4505 | 702.651.4138 Book at least 2 weeks in advance

Location: CSN - Planetarium, 3200 E Cheyenne Ave, North Las Vegas, NV 89030 Price per person:

$6 for girls, $6 for adults when the group is more than 10 girls

Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat

Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat at The Mirage brings you face-to-face with white lions, white tigers, leopards and a family of bottlenose dolphins! Explore how you can interact with nature’s most exotic animals in this wonderous world.(Girl Scout sash or vest required for entry). Any requested changes must be approved in advance by a member of management.

Contact Information: Amy Shulman | Robert Roozendaal 702.702.791.7588 www.mirage.com Book at least 2 weeks in advance

Location: The Mirage, 3400 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109 Price $7 for girls, $12 for adults (1 adult per 5 girls enforced) per Additional adults to pay general admission of $22. person: Min. of 10 & Max. of 25 girls per reservation

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Lion Habitat Ranch

Visit the Lion Habitat Ranch! Meet the king of the jungle, wild birds, and Ozzie the Giraffe. Learn new facts about these amazing animals and take a tour of this beautiful ranch.

Contact Information: Cristina Cuellar 702.595.6661 crisranch@aol.com Book at least 2 weeks in advance

Location: Lion Habitat Ranch, 382 Bruner Ave, Henderson, NV 89044 Price $6 for girls, per $20 for adults (2 free adults for every 12 girls) person:

National Atomic Testing Museum

Explore the history and science of the Nevada Test Site in a series of exhibits that delves into underground testing sites and looks at Atomic Age culture. The recently opened Area 51 exhibit reveals the myths and existing evidence of the most secret place in America, with help from people who worked there.

Contact Information: Michael Hall 702.794.5140 (o) | 305.505.5405 (c) mike196147@yahoo.com Book at least 2 weeks in advance

Location: National Atomic Testing Museum, 755 E Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89119 Price $6 per person:

Clay Arts Vegas

This wonderful pottery studio offers classes and workshops for wheel throwing and hand building pottery. Prices vary per project and are around $15.

Contact Information: Tom Bumblauskas | Peter Jakubowski 702.375.4147 www.clayartsvegas.com Book at least 2 weeks in advance

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Paint & Party

This painting studio offers canvas painting workshops and classes. Contact Donna for goup pricing for Girl Scouts.

Contact Information: Donna Friese 702.778.5115 Book at least 2 weeks in advance

Location: Paint & Party, 8826 S Eastern Ave Ste 106, Las Vegas, NV 89123 Price per person:

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Microsoft Store

The Microsoft store at the Fashion Show Mall has the expertise to assist all Girl Scouts in completing the requirements for the Brownie Computer Expert Badge Contact Information: Ashley Gomez 951.201.6928 ashley.gomez@microsoft.com Book at least 2 weeks in advance

Location: Microsoft Store | Fashion Show Mall, 3200 S Las Vegas Blvd #1045, Las Vegas, NV 89109 Price per person:

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Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N.

Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. is an interactive experience where you step into the Marvel cinematic universe. Your goal is to actively assemble case files of the characters and move on to become qualified Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. agents. If you think you have what it takes, ENLIST NOW and start your mission! As a bonus, see original props and costumes from the Avenger’s movies.

Contact Information: Sheryl Capil 702.503.9702 sheryl.capil@victoryhillexhibitions.com Book at least 2 weeks in advance

Location: Treasure Island Hotel & Casino, 3300 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 Price per person:

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ArtParty4U will get EVERYONE creating unique & fun art! Acrylic, watercolors, oil painting or oil pastel chalks, we have something for everyone. They offer both badge work or a fun party atmosphere at reasonable rates. They can also help you party plan for a fun day out with face painting, balloon twisting, bouncers, character visits and more.

Contact Information: Cheri Mueller 702.420.2665 www.ArtParty4U.com Book at least 2 weeks in advance

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Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” at The Smith Center

Enjoy a special afternoon at the theater as The Smith Center for the Performing Arts presents Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.” Watch this live production on stage in Reynolds Hall. Every girl attending with the Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada group will also receive a uniform patch from the theater and a commemorative uniform pin from The Smith Center!

Seats are limited. You must order by telephone through the group sales department (702.749.2348) in order to receive your uniform patch and pin (Not available to the general public).

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Date: October 7, 2017

Location: Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center,

361 Symphony Park Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89106

Time: 2:00pm - 4:45pm

Price: Girls - $51 / Adult - $51 (Patch & Pin included)

G.I.R.L. Media Team Kick-off Meeting

The twelve G.I.R.L. Media Team members will meet for the first time and hear from our keynote speaker, Ms. Woman Nevada United States 2017 and Girl Scout Alumna, Katie Kelley.

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Location: Girl Scout Council Office

2941 Harris Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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Date: October 21, 2017

Location: Truman Orthodontics,

10000 W Sahara Ave #110, Las Vegas, NV 89117

Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm

Price: Girls - $5 / Adult - Free (Patch Included)

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Smile, it’s contagious! Truman Orthodontics will provide insight into orthodontics and dental health with proper stress paid to the importance of oral hygiene. Girl Scouts will receive a participation patch, a light snack and a certificate.

Date: October 21, 2017

Location: Truman Orthodontics,

880 Seven Hills Dr, Henderson, NV 89052

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Price: Girls - $5 / Adult - Free (Patch Included)

Honoring America’s Veterans (Service Unit Event)

Honor Flight Southern Nevada is a non-profit organization with the mission of escorting WWII Veterans to Washington D.C. memorials dedicated to the sacrifices they made for our freedom. They work with veterans in Tonopah, Ely, Mesquite, Laughlin, Pahrump and everywhere in between. Join us in welcoming our Veterans home.

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Date: November 11, 2017

Location: Girl Scout Council Office

2941 Harris Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Time: 8:30am - 2:30pm

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Choose Kindness is a movement allowing people to stand up for kindness and seeing love over fear, diversity over differences, and peace over conflict. On Black Friday, Troop 777 and many other Girl Scouts will stand together and Choose Kindness.

This event will include activities from Project Love, short movies on kindness, a fun patch and certificate, and a private screening of the feature movie Wonder (**Be advised this movie is rated PG).

Date: November 24, 2017 Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm

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Location: Galaxy Theaters - Green Valley

4500 E Sunset Rd, Henderson, NV 89014 Price: Girls - $10 / Adults - $10

In this training, you’ll participate in hands-on activities to learn about team-building, leadership skills, girl development, and leading a group. We’ll guide you through the GSSNV training course and help you build the skills necessary to work directly with younger girls.

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Location: Girl Scout Council Office

2941 Harris Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Time: 1:00pm - 3:30pm

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American Red Cross Babysitting Course

American Red Cross Babysitting Training and Advanced Child Care courses will help you gain the skills you need to take care of the kids in your neighborhood when their parents can’t be with them. Created for young babysitters, our best-in-class training gives you the opportunity to sharpen your skills and become a safe, reliable babysitter.

You will earn your First Aid and CPR/AED certification (good for two years), which can help you learn how to provide care during an emergency. Space is limited.

Date: January 14, 2018 Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

I Am Your Flag

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2941 Harris Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101 Price: Girls - $45 (American Red Cross Certificate)

When the United States flag (Old Glory) becomes worn, torn, faded or badly soiled, it is time to replace it with a new flag. The old flag should be “retired” with dignity and respect befitting our nation’s flag.

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Location: Girl Scout Council Office

2941 Harris Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Price: Girls - $12 / Adults - Free (Patch Included)

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The Las Vegas International Scouting Museum is dedicated to sharing the magnitude scouting has had on individuals, families, communities, countries, and the world.

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Girls will come to a series of meetings and presentations to learn what it takes to be a CEO. They will have the opportunity to meet and engage with top-level women from the fields of science, art, engineering, culinary arts, law, finance, and more. Council will also facilitate unique, collaborative sessions throughout the year to help girls discover how CEOs network. Girls will set goals as a group, learn how to keep those goals on track and stay focused on the vision. Girls will learn what it means to set SMART goals, how to set budgets, and why finances are important when you are the CEO. During this program, girls will work on public speaking skills by learning how to pitch ideas to each other and will then pitch those ideas to corporations.

This is a series of 5 meetings, girls will need to attend all meetings to be guaranteed the rewards that come with this program. Parents must attend the first meeting, if after this meeting you sit down with your budding CEO and decide this is not a program for you, you will be issued a partial refund for the remainder of the program.

Date: October 17, 2017 (Kickoff Meeting)

Location: Girl Scout Council Office

2941 Harris Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Price: Girls - $50 (Patch included)

Cookie Rally

Great things happen when girls get together! Success, friendship, learning, stories, cookies- it’s all part of the Girl Scouts Cookie Program and it’s all worth sharing! Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador troops will host educational and action-packed stations that will aid attendees in developing the five essential life skills: goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics. These skills will inspire and prepare girls to have a successful cookie season.

Date: January 13, 2018

Location: Girl Scout Council Office

2941 Harris Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm

Price: Girls - $5 / Adults - $5 (Patch included)

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When girls participate in the Girl Scout Cookie Program, they get more than life-changing experiences and adventure. They also develop essential life skills—goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics—all while soaring in confidence and practicing leadership the Girl Scout way to lift one another up and change the world, together.

When you buy a box of delicious Girl Scout Cookies, you help power new, unique, and amazing experiences for every awesome G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader)™ in your community who sells these purpose-filled treats—SWEET! Date: February - March 2018 - Booth Sales (see pg. 40) Location: Varied

Fall Product Program

The Fall Product Program is a Council-sponsored program that combines educational activities with money earning opportunities for troops. During the Fall Product Program, Girl Scouts participate in selling nuts, candy, and magazines, all of which go a long way to help with troop start-up funds. The Fall Product Program is a simple, fun introduction to Girl Scout product sales!

Gaining financial literacy and understanding the ins and outs of entrepreneurship is an important goal of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience for every Girl Scout. By participating in the Fall Product Program, she’ll be closer to reaching that goal! Girls learn how to think from a business perspective and manage money while building social skills.

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Council-Wide Sponsored Events G.I.R.L. Convention Round-up

Calling all Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors to experience what convention delegates experienced at the triennial G.I.R.L. Convention with our council’s very own mini Convention.

This is unique opportunity to learn about the G.I.R.L. 2017 Convention and how to prepare and discuss the options available to you. Girl Scouts from across the country gather together every three years at the National Council Session and Convention to reinvigorate our Movement, celebrate our accomplishments, and chart our future.

Date: November 3, 2017

Location: Girl Scout Council Office

2941 Harris Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm

Price: Girls - $5 / Adults - $5 (Patch Included)

First Saturday - Our Feathered Friends

Join our DIY workshop and create a fun turkey wreath to take home and hang on your front door or around the house. A come-and-go activity, stop by anytime during 10:00am - 1:00pm. The turkey wreath will take about an hour to create. Adults are welcome to stay and help girls, if needed.

If you have an older girl that is looking for service hours please feel free to email customerservice@ girlscoutsnv.org for more information.

Date: November 4, 2017

Location: Girl Scout Council Office

2941 Harris Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Time: 10:00am-1:00pm

Price: Girls - $15 / Adults - $15

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Calling all Daisy and Brownie Girl Scouts! Do you want to learn how to light up a light emitting diode (LED) with Play-Doh? How about create a pinwheel and make it spin using a motor? If you said yes to either of these questions, come to the council office on Saturday, December 2nd to get electrified! These programs are geared for Daisy and Brownies, but anyone is welcome. All of these activities are come and go and will take about 30 minutes to create. Adults are welcome to stay and help girls, if needed.

If you have an older girl that is looking for service hours please feel free to email customerservice@ girlscoutsnv.org for more information.

Date: December 2, 2017

Location: Girl Scout Council Office

2941 Harris Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Time: 10:00am-1:00pm

Price: Girls - $5 / Adults - Free

Rock the Dam

Bridging Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors - Join 2,000 of your Girl Scout sisters and cross the divide into older girlhood on one of the most famous dams in the world! Celebrate with Girl Scouts from all of Southern Nevada. Play games, share SWAPS, do crafts, and partake in activities that reflect what lies ahead in the next level of your Girl Scout experience.

Date: April 21, 2018

Location: Hoover Dam

Time: 7:00am-9:00am

Price: Girls - $25 / Adults - $25 / Tagalongs - $25 (Patch Included)

Highest Awards Ceremony

Bronze. Silver. Gold. These represent the highest honors a Girl Scout can earn. This annual recognitions event celebrates the accomplishments of the Gold Award, Silver Award, and Bronze Award Girl Scouts. and recognizes the amazing entrepreneurial skills of girls in the largest girl led business. join us in celebrating the local Girl Scouts who earned Girl Scouting’s highest honors.

Date: April 29, 2017

Location: UNLV Artemus Ham Concert Hall

4505 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89154

Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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Take us out to the ballgame! Girl Scouts will wear green to show their support for The Las Vegas 51’s.

While the team shows what they are capable of, Girl Scouts will take the stadium to a new level with their amazing cheering skills.

Date: April 2018 (TBD)

Location: Cashman Field

850 N Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89101

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Price: TBD (Patch $3)

L.E.A.D. Conference This conference is an opportunity for GSSNV volunteers, both new and experienced, to hear the latest news about what’s happening in Girl Scouting, build leadership skills, network with other leaders and receive training vital to a successful Girl Scouting experience. Join community experts and other leaders in the movement to increase program knowledge, engage in hands-on enrichment opportunities, and celebrate our local volunteer award recipients at our awards luncheon.

Date: April 18, 2018

Location: TBD

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Dessert Before Dinner Gala Please join us in support of our 10th annual Dessert Before Dinner fundraising gala where we honor local female leaders whose vision, influence, and example defines what it means to be women of courage, confidence, and character. Local, top-rated female pastry chefs will create unique Girl Scout cookieinspired desserts for guests to sample and vote for their favorite. The gala also features a cocktail reception, silent auction, plated dinner, and entertainment. 100% of the proceeds will continue to lay the foundation for all girls in Southern Nevada to become tomorrow’s future female leaders of our community.

Date: September, 2018

Location: Caesars Palace Las Vegas

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SNEAK PEEK: Camp Ducktail returning with 10* weeks of summer camp programming!

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Fall Product Sales September

October

November

December

22 Girls Begin Taking Orders

20 Girls Stop Taking In-Person Orders

8-9 8 Product Deliveries to Remaining Balance Service Units & Delinquent Forms Due to Council

21 Girl Order Due to Troop

17 Online Sales End

23 Troop Orders Due in Nut-E

19 Recognition Orders Due

Mid December Recognitions Delivered

30 First ACH - 50% of Sales Money Due to Council

2017 Fall Sale Fall Sales is the perfect opportunity for girls to learn the benefits of working together as a team. Whether as a new troop learning the essentials to making a product sale a success, or a repeat troop eager to achieve the funds needed to do an activity; the fall product sale is loads of fun!

Important Information for Parents Create your own Avatar for your custom patch!

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☙☙ You are financially responsible for the products ordered by your daughter, both pre-orders & re-orders. ☙☙ Encourage girls to send an email to let family, friends, and former customers know about the sale. ☙☙ Please keep products in a safe storage space. ☙☙ Pre-orders start September 22, 2017. ☙☙ Provide your daughter with supervision & adult guidance. ☙☙ Keep track of all money collected & return to troop on time. ☙☙ Cash Payments are preferred. ☙☙ Remember to have FUN!

Cookie Sales January

February

March

April

12 1 Cookie Pre-Sales Begin Service Unit Cookie Orders 1st Booth Sale Signups (9am) Due

2 1st Withdrawal from Troop Bank Account (50% balance)

Early Recognitions arrive to Service Unit Cookie Managers

13 Cookie Rally

17 Initial Cookie Order Pickup in Service Units & Warehouse Walkabouts Begin

11 Cookie Sales, Walkabouts, and Booth Sales End

17 2nd Booth Sale Signups (12pm)

23 Cookie Cupboards Open / Cookie Booth Sales Begin

13 Delinquent Account forms to council Troop Girl Rewards Due in eBudde

26 Final Booth Sale Signups (7pm) 28 Cookie Pre-Sales End

16 Final Deposit from Troop Bank Account Service Unit Girl Rewards Due in eBudde

30 Initial Cookie & Recognition Orders due in eBudde

Cookie Pro 2018

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This cookie season, six girls nationwide, one per Girl Scout grade level, will be named GSUSA’s Top Cookie Pro 2018 and get the EPIC chance to be featured on the Girl Scout Cookie box!

The selected girls will also travel to New York City for an allexpenses-paid Girl Scout Cookie Entrepreneur Experience.

How to Enter?

Be a registered Girl Scout Cookie Seller and complete your own Cookie Pro Resume Servey online with a photo. Make sure to include: ☙☙ Cookie badges earned / skills learned ☙☙ Plans for your cookie money ☙☙ Best selling tips for crushing cookie sale goals like a PRO!

Grand Cookie Club

What is Grand Cookie Club?

Grand Cookie Club is a cumulative council-specific recognition program for girls who sell 1000 or more boxes of cookies.

Sold 1000 & over?

You are invited to attend the GIRL Glam Gala (Dinner & DJ with the CEO), & one session of camp!

Did you sell 1500 & over?

Design your own pair of Converse shoes.

Reach 2018 boxes?

You’ve earned a new iPad!

Join us for ly 2018!

Cookie Ral for Details!

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SU635 Centennial Hills

SU681 Mt Charleston

SU682 Indian Springs

SU611 Whispering Pines

SU631 Moapa Valley

SU639 Cheyenne Ridge

SU661 Sandy Valley

SU638 Spring Valley

SU633 Calico

SOUTHWEST VISTA

SU655 Mockingbird

(Including California)

SU625 Searchlight

SU622 Henderson

SU621 Boulder City

SU615 Road Runner

SU614 Green Valley

SU612 Desert Squirrel

SOUTHEAST VISTA

* ENLARGED VIEW OF OUTLYING AREAS (THE BOXES) ON BACK

SU634 Turquoise

SU604 Eagles

SU658 Virgin Valley

SU632 Painted Desert

NORTHWEST VISTA

SU601 Mojave Blossoms

NORTHEAST VISTA

42 *89028 & 89029 served

by Arizona Cactus Pines

UPDATED: June 6th, 2017

Service Unit Map Clark County

Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada

COUNCIL JURISDICTIONS SHOWN IN REFERENCE TO THE WHOLE STATE

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served by Arizona Cactus Pines

SU654 Alamo/Hiko

SU653 Cal/Pan/Pio

LINCOLN COUNTY

SU645 Dyer

SU643 Silverpeak

SU642 Goldfield

ESMERALDA COUNTY

SU681 Mt Charleston

SU673 Amargosa Valley

UPDATED: June 6th, 2017

SU682 Indian Springs

SU661 Sandy Valley

SU658 Virgin Valley

SU631 Moapa Valley

(Including California)

SU625 Searchlight

CLARK COUNTY

(Including California)

SU672 Pahrump

SU671 Beatty

SU644 Smoky Valley

SU641 Tonopah

NYE COUNTY

Service Unit Map

Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada

Training Guide All volunteers must be adequately prepared for their position. Volunteer training is offered in a variety of ways to best meet your unique learning style. All classes offered at Council, unless otherwise indicated.

Visit the Events section of our website for a list of upcoming training opportunities.

Volunteers should retain personal records of their in-person and online training for submission at service unit meetings.

What Trainings should you take?

Required Courses: Volunteer

☙☙ Girl Scouts 101 ☙☙ Volunteer Essentials ☙☙ Troop Camp Essentials Basic ☙☙ First Aid / CPR (every 2 years)

Required Courses: Service Unit Member

Required Courses: Troop Leader / Treasurer

☙☙ ☙☙ ☙☙ ☙☙

Girl Scouts 101 Volunteer Essentials Age Level Essentials Field Trips & Traveling with Girls ☙☙ Troop Finances 101

☙☙ Service Unit Treasurer Training ☙☙ Additional Courses in Development

Required Courses: Troop / Service Unit Product Sales Manager

☙☙ Product Sales Training

Training Schedule (Future dates to be listed on the Council Events page) October Day

Time

Class

Prerequisite

12

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Volunteer Essentials

Girl Scouts 101 (GS 101)

13

7:30am - 4:30pm

Outdoor Troop Camping

GS 101, Volunteer Essentials

$20

14

7:30am - 4:30pm

Outdoor Troop Camping

GS 101, Volunteer Essentials

$20

19

6:00pm - 9:00pm

First Aid Only

CPR Only

20

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Train the Trainer

21

9:00am - 3:00pm

First Aid / CPR

21

10:00am - 2:00pm

Train the Trainer

22

9:00am - 3:30pm

Volunteer Essentials & Age Level

Girl Scouts 101

24

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Volunteer Essentials

Girl Scouts 101

28

9:00am - 3:00pm

First Aid / CPR

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Fee

$35

$35

November Day

Time

Class

Prerequisite

Fee

1

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Volunteer Essentials

Girl Scouts 101 (GS 101)

1

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Service Unit Treasurer Training

5

12:00pm - 2:00pm

Service Unit Treasurer Training

8

12:00pm - 2:00pm

Troop Finances 101

9

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Council Trainer Meeting

12

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Troop Finances 101

GS 101, Volunteer Essentials

15

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Age Level Essentials

GS 101, Volunteer Essentials

GS 101, Volunteer Essentials

December Day

Time

Class

Prerequisite

Fee

3

9:00am - 3:30pm

Volunteer Essentials & Age Level

Girl Scouts 101 (GS 101)

6

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Troop Finances 101

GS 101, Volunteer Essentials

Online Course

Description

Girl Scouts 101

Girl Scouts is an enriching and rewarding experience for both girls and adults. This videobased experience gets you started and supports you on your journey as a volunteer.

Venture Out

Learn practical tips and tricks, read other volunteers’ stories, and explore the joys of taking girls outside with Venture Out!, a fun, interactive “outdoor” adventure.

Song Leading Workshops

Girl Scouts University offers these song leading workshops as a helpful tool to encourage those unfamiliar with Girl Scout songs to enjoy the fun and fellowship that singing brings.

Conflict Management

An upbeat, interactive program that gives the learner multiple means of working through disagreements to create a stronger project, partnership, or team.

The Story of Juliette Low

Look into the life of our founder, Juliette “Daisy” Gordon Low at Girl Scouts University. Explore the Story of Juliette Gordon Low & be entertained with personal letters and accounts from close friends and family with the JGL video and download the interactive JGL iBook.

Council Trainer Meetings

Service Unit Team Meetings

November 9, 2017

6:00pm - 8:00pm

December 6, 2017

6:30pm - 8:00pm

February 8, 2018

6:00pm - 8:00pm

January 10, 2018

6:30pm - 8:00pm

April 12, 2018

6:00pm - 8:00pm

April 4, 2018

6:30pm - 8:00pm

June 6, 2018

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Building Reservations Submit your request online at properties.girlscoutsnv.org. Reservation requests are open to every troop and must be placed at least one month prior to the requested date. A staff member will contact you to confirm your reservation.

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Highest Awards

Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards are an age appropriate progression in developing girl leadership skills as they Take Action. Training is available for all girls and troops interested in earning the Bronze, Silver, and Gold Award. The Award trainings familiarize girls with the process & procedures needed to earn the highest awards in Girl Scouting.

Bronze Award Process Junior

1. Go on a Junior Journey 2. Attend required training 3. Build your Girl Scout Bronze Award team 4. Explore your community 5. Choose your Girl Scout Bronze Award project 6. Make a plan 7. Submit proposal 8. Put your plan in motion 9. Spread the word 10. Submit final report 11. Attend Highest Award Ceremony

Additional Requirements: ☙☙ Minimum 20 hours requirement and submitted on Time Log ☙☙ All expenses & income must be noted on Finance Tracker ☙☙ A Bronze Award project can be completed individually or as a troop ☙☙ Identify a Project Advisor who is a subject matter expert or representative of the recipient organization

Silver Award Process Cadette

1. Go on a Cadette Journey 2. Attend required training 3. Identify issues you care about 4. Build your Girl Scout Silver Award team 5. Explore your community 6. Pick your Take Action project 7. Submit proposal 8. Make a plan and put it into motion 9. Submit final report 10. Reflect, share your story, and celebrate 11. Attend Highest Award Ceremony

Additional Requirements: ☙☙ Minimum 40 hours requirement and submitted on Time Log ☙☙ All expenses & income must be noted on Finance Tracker ☙☙ A Silver Award project can be completed individually or as a group of 2-4 girls ☙☙ Identify a Project Advisor who is a subject matter expert or representative of the recipient organization

Upcoming Bronze & Silver Award Trainings: ☙☙ November 4, 10:00am - 12:00pm

☙☙ November 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm (Silver Only)

☙☙ November 8, 6:00pm - 8:00pm (Bronze Only)

☙☙ December 2, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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Gold Award Process Senior & Ambassador

1. Complete prerequisites 2. Attend required training 3. Choose an issue 4. Investigate 5. Get help 6. Create a plan & submit proposal 7. Present your plan and get feedback 8. Take action 9. Submit final report 10. Educate and inspire 11. Attend Highest Award Ceremony

Additional Requirements: ☙☙ Minimum 80 hours requirement and submitted on Time Log ☙☙ All expenses & income must be noted on Finance Tracker ☙☙ A Gold Award project is completed by a single Girl Scout ☙☙ Identify a Project Advisor who is a subject matter expert or representative of the recipient organization

Gold Award Interviews Interviews are held on the 3rd Thursday of every month at the Girl Scout Service Center located at 2941 Harris Ave. Each interview panel consists of 2-3 interviewers, one of whom is a committee-designated Lead Interviewer.

Girls are scheduled for their interviews by the Interview Coordinator once the proposal has been reviewed by the committee. Girls may be asked to return any corrections or additions needed before their scheduled interview. All items must be received before the girl is scheduled for an interview.

Upcoming Gold Award Trainings: ☙☙ November 4, 10:00am - 1:00pm ☙☙ November 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm ☙☙ December 2, 10:00am - 1:00pm

The purpose of the interview is to ensure that each project meets the high quality standards for Girl Scouting’s Highest Awards. Gold Award Project Candidates are given a chance to explain their projects in more detail than what they have submitted in their written proposal.

Highest Award Committee

Highest Award Committee Meetings:

The Highest Awards Committee is comprised of 6 volunteers serving a one-year term, with a term limit of two consecutive years. The committee chair is appointed by a Council representative the first year, and voted upon by the committee thereafter. The committee is responsible for reviewing, approving, and rejecting award proposals, interviewing Gold Award candidates, oversee High Award training, communicating award status as girls submit their reports, and providing insight for the annual Highest Awards banquet. If you would like to be a part of the commitee, please send your request to customerservice@girlscoutsnv.org

☙☙ October 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm ☙☙ November 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm ☙☙ January 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm ☙☙ February 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm ☙☙ March 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm ☙☙ April 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm ☙☙ June 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm ☙☙ July, 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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DNA of a G.I.R.L. She’s a go-getter, innovator, risk-taker, leader!

Sets goals and sticks to them

Has an imagination that knows no limits

Works hard to bring positive change to the world

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Sees new solutions to old problems HELLO

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Leader

Speaks up for herself and others

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Girl Scouts Southern Nevada 2941 East Harris Avenue Las Vegas, NV 89101 (702) 385-3677 girlscoutsnv.org customerservice@girlscoutsnv.org

Council Hours Monday - Friday 8:30am - 6:00pm 2941 East Harris Avenue

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