#Sisterhood - Summer 2023

#Sisterhood

A Guide to All Things Summer for the Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland Council

Why Girl Scout Camp?

Girl Scout camp is a place where campers get to try new things and overcome fears while gaining confidence, independence and making new friends in an environment just for campers. It’s where campers get to be explorers, creative thinkers, and build their leadership skills in new and exciting ways.

Thank you to our summer camp sponsor, Cargill, for helping us to provide lifechanging, outdoor experiences that build girls of courage, confidence, and character.

Additionally, we are grateful to our corporate partners Ericsson and Imagine Salina for championing changemakers and building leaders of tomorrow by sponsoring both sessions of the signature event F(em)Powered on March 4, 2023.

During these sessions, Girl Scouts will interact with industry leaders in this action packed day to encourage girls to go for their dreams. Details on the event can be found on page 13.

All About Camp

Where We Roam

This summer we’re embracing our adventurous spirits, roaming throughout the heartland, paddling the waters of Kansas, and following the paths in the stars. Camp life is the best life! Camp staff are counting the days until they see our campers again. Check out this issue of #Sisterhood to learn about the 27 council-led camp sessions happening this summer, as well as many spring events, volunteer-led and partnerled events, and a preview of several popular events for fall 2023.

A webpage all about camp

Want to know more about camp? Scan the QR code for up-to-date information about summer camp and to get answers to FAQs.

Registration & Program Credits

Early registration opens for all council-led programs on February 1 with a $25 deposit per session. This season’s Program Credits become available on April 15 and will be applied to any camp balance due. Any remaining balance for early registration is due May 1. When registering for a session after April 15, Program Credits are automatically applied to registrations first and any remaining balance is due at the time of registration.

Campers who register for multiple council-led camp sessions will receive a $10 discount on each additional session.

Registration for partner-led and volunteer-led programs opens on April 15, with the full balance due at time of registration. The icons on the event pages can help you figure out who is leading an event. Partner-Led sessions have the partners logo next to the session.

Council-Led

Volunteer-Led

Level Up

Campers are eligible to attend camps that are for the grade they are going into next fall. For example, a girl who is going into second grade can attend camps that are for or include Brownies. A camper who is going into fourth grade can choose from camps in the Junior age range. The official beginning of summer camp programs is May 15, so campers will attend spring sessions through May 14 as the grade they are finishing, and summer camps on or after May 15 as the grade they are going into.

Program Types

Youth members only: Just like it sounds, these events are for registered Girl Scouts only.

Volunteers only: These training events are designed for Troop Leaders and other volunteers.

Youth Members with chaperones: Each Girl Scout must have a chaperone in attendance – this can be a volunteer, parent, or guardian.

Girl Scout family event: Event is open to family and friends of the Girl Scout member. All youth must be chaperoned.

Public event: Open to everyone!

Refund Policy

You may cancel your reservation for an event or summer camp and receive a full refund, minus any deposit, if the request is received more than 14 days prior to the start of the session. Limited refunds will be given within 14 days of the program; see full refund policy on our website and attached to your Ultracamp confirmation email for specific refund scenarios. No refund is given if the camper is a no show or leaves a session early. Additionally, t-shirt or other optional purchases will not be refunded and travel may have an earlier refund date.

Financial Assistance

We never want finances to get in the way of having an amazing Girl Scout summer!

Camperships are available! Scan the QR code to access the application. If you will travel more than 125 miles to attend a camp session, you may request funds through the campership program to assist with fuel costs.

T-shirts

All youth who register for any of the 27 councilled Girl Scout camps by May 1 will receive a camp t-shirt included with the price of camp; one per camper! Limited quantities of free camp t-shirts will be available first come, first serve after May 1. Chaperones may pre-purchase a camp t-shirt when registering for a session or purchase at a council shop or camp trading post.

Trading Post

Starwoods and Four Winds on-site locations: streamline the check in process by pre-purchasing

Trading Post bucks during registration! Cash will also be accepted at check in for sleepaway sessions and at Monday’s check in for day camp. Refunds of unspent trading post money will be applied to Ultracamp in August.

Regional locations: watch for a pre-camp email with your trading post flier and order deadline and our camp counselors will bring your order to you!

One-Day Camps

Creation Station

June 17

Hays First United Methodist Church, Hays (pg. 22)

June 24

St. John’s Lutheran Church, Salina (pg. 23)

July 26

Camp Double E, Emporia (pg. 28)

One-Day Sessions across the state

Grades: Rising Kinder through 8th graders

Youth Cost: $40, includes camp t-shirt

Food: Bring a sack lunch; snacks provided

There’s something for everyone in these one-day events held at council properties, state parks, or community venues throughout the state. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. your camper will have a traditional camp experience led by council staff and camp counselors. Chaperones are welcome to stay and assist with the fun, but not required.

Are you feeling crafty? Join us at Creation Station to stretch your imagination. Or if you like to explore the world around you, check out Bigfoot’s Playground and help us solve the mystery! Both options include crafts, games, and activities related to that session's theme and badgework. Depending on the amenities at the venue, your experience may also include team building, swimming, or target sports.

July 27

Parsons Little House, Parsons (pg. 28)

About Camp Double E

This 8.3-acre camp on the Neosho River, just northwest of Emporia, has two shelter houses, a gazebo, hiking trails, and offers a variety of sporting options including an archery range. It’s a great location for first-time campers.

Bigfoot’s Playground

June 17

Starwoods Outdoor Center, Clearwater (pg. 21)

July 15

Longbranch Girl Scout Hut, Dodge City (pg. 26)

July 24

Glen Elder State Park, Glen Elder (pg. 28)

July 25

Camp Mary Dell, Abilene (pg. 28)

Four-Day Camps

Four-Day Sessions at Starwoods Outdoor Center

Grades: Rising Kinder through 8th graders

Youth Cost: $175, includes camp t-shirt

Food: Bring a sack lunch daily; snacks provided

For novice campers who prefer a day only experience, Starwoods day camps are Monday though Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with check in as early as 8:30 a.m and pick up as late as 5:30 p.m. Campers may choose to ride the bus from the Wichita office to Starwoods each day; this is a great option for east side families or caregivers who need an earlier drop off time. Bus check in at the office begins at 7:45 a.m. and the bus returns at 5:15 p.m. for pick up by 5:30 p.m.

Day campers will participate in a variety of activities depending on their age, including swimming, target sports, climbing, team building, and boating. They will also complete crafts, games, and activities related to that session’s theme and badgework.

Who doesn’t love a slumber party?! Day campers who are entering 2nd grade or older can extend the fun by adding a Wednesday night indoor “glamping” or outdoor camping experience to their camp session for an additional $35.

June 12-15 Kaleidoscope (pg. 21)

About Starwoods Outdoor Center

This sprawling 160-acre camp near Clearwater encompasses a multitude of indoor and outdoor experiences. Campers can enjoy swimming in Wattles Lake, arts and crafts, team-building courses, and hiking along the Chisholm Trail.

One-Night You & Me Camp Sessions

Cedar Bluff State Park Ellis

July 22-23

Messyville (pg. 28)

Grades: rising Kinder through 12th grade Sleeping options: dome tent

Starwoods Outdoor Center

Youth Cost: $60, camp t-shirt included

Adult Cost: $35

Hey, campers: Bring your favorite grown up to camp and show them all the best parts of camp life! You & Me sessions are a great option for troops or families who would like to camp together. If attending as a troop, at least two volunteers must register and attend to meet adult-to-youth camping ratios for their group. If attending as a family, at least one caregiver must register and attend as chaperone. For one of our sessions, Dino Rawr, campers can bring their brothers and future Girl Scout sisters, too!

The session begins at 1 p.m., with check in as early as 12:30 pm. Eat lunch before arrival, then we’ll provide snacks, dinner, and breakfast.

Clearwater

June 10-11

Pampered Camper (pg. 20)

Grades: rising Kinder through 8th grade

Sleeping options: cabin, platform tent, dome tent

June 24-25

Mission Expedition (pg. 23)

Grades: rising 4th through 12th Sleeping options: cabin, platform tent, dome tent

July 22-23

Dino Rawr (pg. 27)

Grades: age 3 through 5th grade, siblings welcome Sleeping options: cabin, platform tent, dome tent

Travel Opportunities

Girl Scouts are going places this summer! Whether you’re a Juliette Girl Scout looking for travel companions or a troop member who is ready for a bigger step in travel progression than your troop mates, council-planned travel is a great way to explore the world around you. Check out our 2023 trips in this edition of #sisterhood and plan ahead for 2024 and beyond at www.kansasgirlscouts.org

About Camp Double E

This 8.3-acre camp on the Neosho River, just northwest of Emporia, has two shelter houses, a gazebo, hiking trails, and offers a variety of sporting options including an archery range. It’s a great location for first-time campers.

July 2023: Colorado Expedition (pg. 28) This is the second destination in a four part regional rotation to visit the states surrounding Kansas

August 2023: Destination: Unknown! (pg. 29) New! Will we travel 4 hours or 10? All you know is what to pack; the rest is a mystery!

June 2024: London to Lucerne with EF Tours. This is the third in our international series. Enrollment is still open.

July 2024: California with Explorica. This is the first destination in a three part national rotation, with enrollment opening soon.

…and beyond: we’re already making plans for national and international destinations with Explorica in 2025 and beyond. Eligible Girl Scouts will receive an email invitation when enrollment opens for these trips.

Four-Night You & Me Camp Session New!

Youth Cost: $300, camp t-shirt included Adult Cost: $200

Grown ups want to have fun at camp too! In this extended You & Me session, troop volunteers or caregivers tag along for a four-night sleepaway session from Sunday evening through Thursday evening at Camp Four Winds. If attending as a troop, at least two volunteers must register and attend to meet adult-to-youth camping ratios for their group. If attending as a family, at least one caregiver must register and attend as chaperone.

The session begins at 6:30 p.m., with check in as early as 6 p.m. Eat dinner before arrival, then we’ll provide snacks and meals from Monday breakfast through Thursday lunch.

Camp Four Winds

Leon June 18-22

Gnome Away (pg. 22)

Grades: rising 4th through 12th grades

Sleeping options: platform tent, dome tent, yurt

About Camp Four Winds

This 232-acre camp in the Flint Hills offers an adventurous outdoor experience for intermediate to advanced campers. Enjoy swimming and boating at Lake Woody, archery and hatchet throwing, and miles of trails or creeking through the beautiful landscape. Take a break indoors for crafting at the Activity Building, but be prepared to spend the bulk of your camp session in the great outdoors, with significant hiking between locations.

Skylofts, exclusively at Camp Four Winds

Platform tents, at all 3 camp properties

Sleepaway Camps

Sleepaway Sessions at Starwoods Outdoor Center

Youth Cost: $300, includes camp t-shirt Food: Eat dinner before arrival, then we’ll provide snacks and meals from Monday breakfast through Thursday lunch.

Sleeping options: Sleepaway campers at Starwoods will stay in cabins with Girl Scouts of similar ages, adult counselors, and teen counselors-in-training.

Is your camper ready to eat, sleep, and live the camp life for multiple days? Sleepaway camps (formerly known as resident camps) run from Sunday at 6:30 p.m. to Thursday at 6 p.m., with check in and pick up within 30 minutes before or after.

Campers will participate in activities that will help them build life and outdoor skills depending on their age, including swimming, boating, target sports or high adventure. They will also complete crafts, games, and activities related to that session’s theme and badgework.

June 11-15

Mosaic Mania (pg. 21)

Grades: rising 4th through 12th

June 18-22

Lakeside Symphonies (pg. 22) Grades: rising 2nd through 8th

June 25-29

Got Game (pg. 24) Grades: rising 4th through 12th

July 9-13

Myths & Monsters (pg. 26) Grades: rising 4th through 12th

July 16-20

Magical Mayhem (pg. 27) Grades: rising 2nd through 8th

Target Sports Progression

All 3 council-owned camp properties offer a variety of target sports, progressing from sling shots to archery with recurve or compound bows. At Four Winds, campers can experience the 3D archery trail. Both Starwoods and Four Winds offer hatchet throwing. At Starwoods, campers can learn about gun safety from specially trained facilitators and aim for the bulls-eye with BB guns or rifles.

High Adventure Progression

Starwoods’ Adventure Course is the ultimate camp activity! The progression begins with team building games, “low ropes” challenge course activities, and learning the basics of climbing at the horizontal, traversing wall. At the Adventure Course, campers learn to climb or rappel the 45-foot tower wall and older campers experience the thrill of ziplining 900 feet across Wattles Lake.

Mariner Series

Mariner series

Master your boating skills by participating in the mariner series and earning steps toward the Mariner Award. In level 1, Juniors and older focus on canoeing on flat water. In level 2, Cadettes and older progress quickly from flat water kayaking to a day-long river trip. This year, we’re advancing the series, by adding level 3 for rising 8th graders and older to learn how to sail!

June 17-18

Minnows & Canoes: Level 1 (pg. 21)

Camp Four Winds Grades: rising 4th through 12th grades

Sleeping options: platform tent, dome tent, yurt

June 18-22

Turtles & Kayaks: Level 2 (pg. 22)

Starwoods & Fall River State Park Grades: rising 6th through 12th grades

Sleeping options: platform tent at Starwoods; dome tent at Fall River

New!

June 24-28

Otters & Sails: Level 3 (pg. 24)

Camp Four Winds Grades: rising 8th through 12th grades

Sleeping options: platform tent, dome tent, yurt

Teen Opportunities

Counselor in Training (CIT) Program

What is the CIT Program?

The CIT program is a training program where Girl Scouts entering grades 8-12 will receive an opportunity to be a Counselorin-Training at GSKH’s summer camps during select sessions.

What are the benefits and what will I learn as a CIT?

The CIT program helps teens develop the leadership skills and tools to become a role model in the everyday lives of younger campers. During the CIT program, you will gain skills in teaching core camp programming,

facilitating activities, and managing peer relationships and the conflicts that can arise.

CIT 1: The first two years of the CIT program focus on learning about leadership and practicing these skills in a safe environment with close supervision by camp staff.

CIT 2: Teens who have completed at least one year as a CIT 1 and will be entering grades 10-12 may qualify as a CIT 2. At this level, the program is focused on applying your leadership skills. CIT 2s take on greater responsibility for planning, preparing, and delivering camp activities. If

selected as a CIT 2, not only will you attend camp at no cost, you will receive a small daily stipend.

Sign me up! What’s next?

We are excited that you are interested in developing your leadership skills as a CIT! The next steps are attending one of the CIT Trainings (pages 19, 20, 25) and completing the CIT Summer Camp Application.

Have questions? Contact the camp directors at info@gskh.org.

F(em)Powered: Morning Session

Wichita State University

1845 Fairmount St., Wichita

Date: 3/4 Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 2/20 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $25 Adult Cost: $5

Turning "What if?" into "I can!" Girl Scouts love to dream big. This inspiring day celebrating Women's History month will build knowledge and confidence to grow into who they want to be. Hands on, interactive activities will be led by industry leaders in education and community involvement that are breaking barriers in diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is an action-packed day to encourage your Girl Scout to go for her dreams and remind them to not give up. Earn steps toward STEM Career Exploration badge (not provided). Fun patch provided.

Survival Skills Camp

Starwoods Outdoor Center 7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date/Time: 3/4 at 4 p.m. to 3/5 at 11 a.m.

Registration Deadline: 2/20 Grade: 6-12

Program Type: Girl Scout Families Youth Cost: $50 Adult Cost: $35

The Girl Scout motto is "Be prepared." At this Survival Skills Camp, you will learn how to better prepare yourself in a survival situation. From setting up your tent and campsite, to starting and cooking over a campfire, to learning knot tying, navigation skills, trail signs, and first aid, you'll master all the skills needed to survive. Girl Scouts will need to bring a tent.

F(em)Powered: Afternoon Session

Wichita State University

1845 Fairmount St., Wichita

Date: 3/4 Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 2/20 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones

Youth Cost: $25 Adult Cost: $5

Turning "What if?" into "I can!" Girl Scouts love to dream big. This inspiring day celebrating Women's History month will build knowledge and confidence to grow into who they want to be. Hands on, interactive activities will be led by industry leaders in education and community involvement that are breaking barriers in diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is an action-packed day to encourage your Girl Scout to go for her dreams and remind them to not give up. Earn steps toward STEM Career Exploration badge (not provided). Fun patch provided.

Gathering: Girl Scout Proud

Zoom Date: 3/7 Time: 6 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. Registration Deadline: 2/27 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: Free Adult Cost: n/a

Be a part of this 100+ year tradition as we remain committed to making the world a better place. We are filling our days with service and friendship with a Your Own Time Activities electronic packet, a live session on March 7th and our Girl Scout Birthday! During the live session, we'll make a SWAP, hear stories from our older Girl Scouts about their highest awards projects, and play games. Earn steps toward Girl Scout Way badge (not provided).

Goats & Floats

Wichita Girl Scout Office 360 Lexington Road, Wichita Date: 3/18 Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 3/16 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Public Event Youth Cost: $5 Adult Cost: $5

Enjoy a little bit of time outdoors while you pet and feed baby goats and then head inside to make an ice cream float and play some games! This is a come and go event. Families and non-Girl Scouts welcome! Pre-registration is not required to attend; you can pay at the door with cash or check.

Haunted Stroll: Green Teens

Session

Zoom

Date: 3/28 Time: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 3/20 Grade: 9-12

Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $5 Adult Cost: n/a

We're starting the planning early! Become a Green Teen for the annual Haunted Stroll. First, meet with council staff virtually on 3/28 to make decisions about next year's theme and artwork and 8/24 to set the route and other event details. Then, show leadership at the Spookmaster meeting on 9/14. Finally, work the actual event on 10/21 at Starwoods, working behind the scenes so all event logistics run smoothly. Green Teens may purchase the Haunted Stroll t-shirt or hoodie. Dinner will be provided on the event date and you may choose to stay overnight with an adult chaperone after the event.

Family Movie Night: Minions

Derby Plaza Theaters

1300 N. Nelson Drive, Derby Date: 3/31 Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 3/20 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Girl Scout Families Youth Cost: $5 Adult Cost: $5

Come as a troop or bring your family to relax and celebrate the end of cookie season by watching The Minions. The concession stand will be open to purchase your own treats. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the movie starts at 7 p.m.

Girl Scout Grand Prix

Garden City

TBD, Garden City Date: 4/8 Time: 2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 3/27 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Girl Scout Families Youth Cost: $10 Adult Cost: $10

Get Ready for Race Day! Start with your car block, then design and shape your own race car. On race day, bring your race car and zoom it down the track, racing against your friends and family. Everyone is welcome to come and try their skills. Trophies will be awarded in 6 divisions. Register soon so you have plenty of time to design and test your car. Once you have registered, you will receive an email list with places to purchase your car kits.

Journey to the Wild Side: Great Bend

Great Bend Brit Spaugh Zoo 2123 Main St., Great Bend Date: 4/8 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 3/27 Grade: K-12 Program Type: Girl Scout Families Youth Cost: $3 Adult Cost: Free

Girl Scout Day at the Zoo! Pack up your family and explore the animals and habitats in these zoos across the state. In Great Bend, there will be an animal encounter from 2-2:30 p.m. and an opportunity to feed the bears by sling shot at 11 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. (limited participants per session, pre-registration required). Girl Scouts always give back, so take a peek at the zoo's wishlist and bring something to help out their animals. Fun patch available for the first 40 Girl Scout youth to register at each location.

Journey to the Wild Side: Emporia

David Traylor Zoo

75 Soden Road, Emporia

Date: 4/8 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 2/27 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Girl Scout Families Youth Cost: $3 Adult Cost: Free

Girl Scout Day at the Zoo! Pack up your family and explore the animals and habitats in these zoos across the state. In Emporia, there will be an animal encounter (time to be announced). Girl Scouts always give back, so take a peek at the zoo's wishlist and bring something to help out their animals. Fun patch available for the first 40 Girl Scout youth to register at each location.

Ralph Mitchell Zoo

Journey to the Wild Side: Independence

Ralph Mitchell Zoo

400 Mickey Mantle Way, Independence

Date: 4/8 Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 3/27 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Girl Scout Families Youth Cost: $3 Adult Cost: Free

Girl Scout Day at the Zoo! Pack up your family and explore the animals and habitats in these zoos across the state. In Independence, there will be an animal encounter (time to be announced). Bring a few extra dollars to stroll down to Riverside Park and stay for an afternoon train ride, carousel ride, or game of mini golf. Girl Scouts always give back, so take a peek at the zoo's wishlist and bring something to help out their animals. Fun patch available for the first 40 Girl Scout youth to register at each location.

Journey to the Wild Side: Garden City

Lee Richardson Zoo

312 E. Finnup Drive, Garden City Date: 4/8 Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 3/27 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Girl Scout Families Youth Cost: $8 Adult Cost: Free

Girl Scout Day at the Zoo! Pack up your family and explore the animals and habitats in these zoos across the state. In Garden City, your admission includes one zookeeper chat with animal encounter (time selected during registration). Girl Scouts always give back, so take a peek at the zoo's wishlist and bring something to help out their animals. Fun patch available for the first 40 Girl Scout youth to register at each location.

Clay Center

Utility Park & Zoo

Journey to the Wild Side: Clay Center

Clay Center Utility Park & Zoo 4th & Pomeroy, Clay Center Date: 4/8 Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Registration Deadline: 3/27 Grade: K-12 Program Type: Girl Scout Families Youth Cost: $3 Adult Cost: Free

Girl Scout Day at the Zoo! Pack up your family and explore the animals and habitats in these zoos across the state. In Clay Center, there will be an animal encounter (time to be announced). Girl Scouts always give back, so take a peek at the zoo's wishlist and bring something to help out their animals. Fun patch available for the first 40 Girl Scout youth to register at each location.

Journey to the Wild Side: Hutchinson

Hutchinson Zoo

6 Emerson Loop E., Hutchinson

Date: 4/8 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 3/27 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Girl Scout Families Youth Cost: $5 Adult Cost: Free

Girl Scout Day at the Zoo! Pack up your family and explore the animals and habitats in these zoos across the state. In Hutchinson, your admission includes two zookeeper chats with animal encounters (time to be announced). Girl Scouts always give back, so take a peek at the zoo's wishlist and bring something to help out their animals. Fun patch available for the first 40 Girl Scout youth to register at each location.

Cadette Archery Workshop

Lakewood Discovery Center 250 Lakewood Drive, Salina Date: 4/11 Time: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Registration Deadline: 3/27 Grade: 6-8

Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $10 Adult Cost: n/a

Picture this: you nock (or place) an arrow onto the bow, hook your fingers around the string, draw it back, eye your target, and release. Bullseye! Archery is an exciting sport that takes strength, focus, good form, and practice. Get ready to challenge yourself as you build your archery skills and learn how to shoot on a range. Earn Archery badge (provided).

Troop Olympics: Morning Session

Wichita Girl Scout Office

360 Lexington Road, Wichita Date: 4/15 Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Registration Deadline: 3/27 Grade: K-3 Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $10 Adult Cost: n/a

Would your troop have what it takes to be the Troop Olympic winner? Come out and spend some time trying your luck with various games, competing with other teams from around the council. Teams need to be made up of 5 Girl Scouts from your level. Show some spirit and come dressed in your own troop shirts. Are you a Juliette Girl Scout? No problem! Contact Rhonda Holmes at (316) 686-8309 and we will try to find other Juliettes to form a team. Fun patch provided.

Troop Olympics: Afternoon Session

Wichita Girl Scout Office

360 Lexington Road, Wichita Date: 4/15 Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 3/27 Grade: 4-12 Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $10 Adult Cost: n/a

Would your troop have what it takes to be the Troop Olympic winner? Come out and spend some time trying your luck with various games, competing with other teams from around the council. Teams need to be made up of 5 Girl Scouts from your level. Show some spirit and come dressed in your own troop shirts. Are you a Juliette Girl Scout? No problem! Contact Rhonda Holmes at (316) 686-8309 and we will try to find other Juliettes to form a team. Fun patch provided.

Adventure: DBJ Day

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date: 4/15 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Registration Deadline: 3/27 Grade: K-5 Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $35 Adult Cost: n/a [ad-ven-cher] noun: an exciting or very unusual experience; verb: to take the chance; dare. Are you ready to step out of your comfort zone? Every Adventure program is a different combination of experiences that allows Girl Scouts to progress from newbie to master in the high adventure activities available at Camp Starwoods. Will we tackle the 45-foot climbing tower, aim for a bulls-eye at the target range, sail across the 900foot zip line, or glide through the water on our kayaks? Whichever combination we choose; it's guaranteed to be exciting! Earn steps toward Climbing Adventure badge (not provided).

Gathering: Power of Flowers

Zoom Date: 4/18 Time: 6 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 4/10 Grade: K-12 Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: Free Adult Cost: n/a

Flowers are not just another pretty face! Throughout history flowers have been used for many different purposes: beauty, fragrance, medicine, and food. From the outside it may not look like flowers do very much, however they play a very important role in nature. The flower attracts pollinators and the pollen helps flowers make the seeds that grow into new plants. Earn steps toward Daisy Mari petal, Brownie Bugs, or Junior Flowers badge (not provided).

Gardening for Girl Scouts

Starwoods Outdoor Center 7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date: 4/22 Time: 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Registration Deadline: 4/14 Grade: K-12 Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $10 Adult Cost: $10

Adventure: JCSA Overnight

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date/Time: 4/15 at 10 a.m. to 4/16 at 10 a.m.

Registration Deadline: 3/27 Grade: 4-12

Program Type: Youth Members Only Overnights: 1

Sleeping Arrangements: Indoors (cabin)

Youth Cost: $50 Adult Cost: n/a [ad-ven-cher] noun: an exciting or very unusual experience; verb: to take the chance; dare. Are you ready to step out of your comfort zone? Every Adventure program is a different combination of experiences that allows Girl Scouts to progress from newbie to master in the high adventure activities available at Camp Starwoods. Will we tackle the 45-foot climbing tower, aim for a bulls-eye at the target range, sail across the 900foot zip line, or glide through the water on our kayaks? Whichever combination we choose; it's guaranteed to be exciting! Earn steps toward Climbing Adventure badge (not provided).

Are you a great gardener? Have you always wanted to learn or maybe have an interest in how to build a community garden? Celebrate Earth Day with Troop 40561 at their gardening workshop. Girl Scouts will get to plant and take home a flower and vegetable plant. Adults can ask questions and receive help with the process at well. Fun patch provided.

Junior Mechanical Engineering Workshop

Wichita Girl Scout Office 360 Lexington Road, Wichita Date: 4/22 Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 4/10 Grade: 4-5 Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $35 Adult Cost: n/a

Junior Girl Scouts will work together to learn about mechanical engineering, as well as, kinetic and potential energy. Girl Scouts will break up into groups and rotate around different stations where they will work to build their own paddle boat, car, and crane. Juniors will be able to race their boats and cars to see if their designs work. Earn Paddle Boat Design Challenge, Balloon Car Design Challenge, Crane Design Challenge badge (provided).

Junior Flowers Workshop

Lakewood Discovery Center 250 Lakewood Drive, Salina Date: 5/9 Time: 6 p.m. - 730 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 4/24 Grade: 4-5

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $10 Adult Cost: Free

All about flowers! Uncover the science and have fun with flowers. Learn how to send a message with flowers. Wear closed-toe shoes and be prepared for outdoor activities. Earn Flowers badge (provided).

Glow Party: Summer

Haysville West Middle School

1956 W. Grand Ave., Haysville Date: 5/20 Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 5/1 Grade: K-12 Program Type: Girl Scout Families Youth Cost: $25 Adult Cost: $15

It’s time for a Girl Scout Party! Grab your glow sticks and join your party hosts, Troop 40112, for a night of dancing, games, karaoke, and tons of Girl Scout fun! We will also be serving hot dogs and chips. This is an all-ages, family event. Get registered today and come, sing, dance, and glow the night away.

Heartland Bridging Ceremony

Keeper of the Plains

339 Veterans Pkwy, Wichita Date: 5/13 Time: 2 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Registration Deadline: 5/1 Grade: K-12 Program Type: Girl Scout Families Youth Cost: Free Adult Cost: Free Bridge to the next Girl Scout level in a big way, over the Arkansas River at the Keeper of the Plains! Celebrate the achievements of your troop and fellow Girl Scout sisters throughout Kansas Heartland at this free, council-wide ceremony. There will be plenty of fun for the whole troop and family: make a bridging SWAP to add to your collection and bring old SWAPs to exchange with fellow Girl Scouts in the Make New Friends area, renew your membership, try out our adventure zone, and more! Check in and activites begin at 2 p.m. The ceremony will begin at 3 p.m. Fun patch provided.

Healthy Living Workshop

Hubbard Arts Center 309 N. Woodlawn Blvd., Derby Date: 5/20 Time: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Registration Deadline: 5/8 Grade: K-12 Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $28 Adult Cost: Free

Let's ignite your passion for healthy, fun living. After 3 busy, fun, interactive sessions, you end the morning with a Send Off Party. Earn steps toward Snacks, Dancer, Staying Fit, Simple Meals, Eating for you, Troupe Performer, Locavore badge (not provided). Session descriptions:

• Dance Creation: Do you like to dance? Have you always wanted to choreograph your own routine? Learn a dance routine, be the star, and shine as you show your own unique style.

• Cool Fitness and Fit Food: Take on a new fitness journey with the newest and most trendy fitness fun around. Learn a combination of fitness and fit food ideas. A health coach will guide you to what super foods make great snacks.

• Next Level Snack: Take your snack time to the next level and create a snack that goes way beyond the normal cheese-and-crackers or popcorn.

Cowtown Daisy Day: Gloria's Petal

Old Cowtown Museum

1865 Museum Blvd, Wichita

Date: 6/1 Time: 10 a.m. - Noon

Registration Deadline: 5/22 Grade: K-1

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $13 Adult Cost: Free

Victorian children enjoyed having fun but also learned and respected the rules of their society. Some of these rules are still part of life today. You will learn how manners demonstrate respect for yourselves and others and play with toys and games of the past to help you master Victorian society. Earn steps toward Gloria's Petal badge (not provided).

Games to Pass the Time Away: June

Old Cowtown Museum

1865 Museum Blvd, Wichita

Date: 6/2 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 5/22 Grade: 2-3

Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $28 Adult Cost: n/a Victorian life was not all about work. They loved to have fun, too! Come to Cowtown to play Victorianera games and discover new ways to have fun. You will learn why games are important and create your own game. Earn Making Games badge (provided).

CIT 2 Training

Starwoods Outdoor Center Replace with: 7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date/Time: 6/5 at 9 a.m. to 6/6 at 6 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 5/8 Grade: 10-12 Program Type: Youth Members Only Overnights: 1 Sleeping Arrangements: Indoors (cabin) Youth Cost: Free Adult Cost: n/a

After completing one or two summers as a CIT 1, you may be invited to take your CIT skills to the next level! Those who qualify will receive a registration link for this session in January. During this training, you'll polish your leadership expertise, attend sessions for camp specialties, and prepare for the best summer of your life! Camp staff t-shirt provided.

Gnome on Canvas

Blue Barn Studio

3832 E. Country Club Road, Salina

Date: 6/4 Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 5/22 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $20 Adult Cost: $20

Get patriotic and have some fun painting a 4th of July gnome. Come let your creativity spark and see what you can create. Wear clothes that are okay to paint in.

Summer Arts & Crafts Day Camp

Haysville West Middle School

1956 W. Grand Ave., Haysville

Date: 6/5-6/9 Time: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily Registration Deadline: 5/29 Grade: K-12 Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $200 Adult Cost: Free Do you enjoy crafting?! If so, this is the perfect day camp for you. Troop 40112 is hosting an Arts and Crafts camp that will have you creating art with a variety of materials. You will work with glass, clay, and so much more. All you need is a sack lunch. All the crafts and fun are supplied. Fun patch provided.

Putting You in the Past: A Cooking Exploration: June

Old Cowtown Museum

1865 Museum Blvd, Wichita

Date: 6/6 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 5/22 Grade: 4-5

Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $33 Adult Cost: n/a

Work and play can go hand-in-hand! You will play games, try a few Victorian Era chores, and have fun discovering what is was like to live in a different era, while wearing 1870's period clothing. Cooking was a major part of Victorian life and you will try different cooking methods while learning skills that cross ages. You will create a meal that you will eat, but bringing a big snack is highly recommended. Earn Simple Meals and Playing in the Past badge (provided).

Me & My Guy Fishing Overnight

Lakewood Discovery Center 250 Lakewood Drive, Salina Date/Time: 6/9 at 5 p.m. to 6/10 at 11 a.m.

Registration Deadline: 5/29 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Girl Scout Families Overnights: 1

Sleeping Arrangements: Outdoors (tent) Youth Cost: $32 Adult Cost: $32

Girl Scouts and a special adult can come experience a Lakewood Discovery Center overnight. Enjoy dinner and Lakewood activities Friday evening. Go on a hike or learn about the lake and different fish. Spend Friday night outside in your own tent or choose to sleep indoors. Saturday morning, cook some breakfast and then enjoy the morning fishing at Lakewood. Fun patch provided.

Pampered Camper: You & Me

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date/Time: 6/10 at 1 p.m. to 6/11 at 10 a.m. Registration Deadline: 5/29 Grade: K-8

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Overnights: 1

Sleeping Arrangements: Indoors (cabin) or Outdoors (tent, platform) Youth Cost: $60 Adult Cost: $35

Night skies, fishing lines, trail hikes and campfires. Whether you are a first timer or an experienced camper, this weekend is a great way to try a few skills like leather crafts, wood projects and enjoying the outdoors with your family. Fun patch provided.

CIT 1 Training

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date/Time: 6/7 at 6:30 p.m. to 6/8 at 6 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 5/22 Grade: 8-12

Program Type: Youth Members Only Overnights: 1

Sleeping Arrangements: Indoors (cabin)

Youth Cost: $30 Adult Cost: n/a

Rising 8th graders, Seniors, and Ambassadors: get ready to share your love of camp! During this epic orientation, you will prepare to be a camp role model for younger campers. Learn how camp works, ways to help campers have a great time, tricks for leading large groups, and how to be an amazing camp mentor. Camp t-shirt provided.

STEM Camp

Camp Double E

794 Road 200, Emporia

Date: 6/10/23 6 p.m. to 6/11 3 p.m. Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 5/29 Grade: K-5

Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $15 Adult Cost: $20

Double E STEM Camp is calling your name! This weekend camp will have you learning how citizen scientists make observations, collect data, and work with others to receive feedback on their research. The Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey is designed to help you explore your interests, gain new skills, and make a difference in your communities with citizen science. Don’t worry, we didn’t leave out the games, time outside, and picture-taking. Earn Think Like A Citizen Scientists badge (provided).

Mosaic Mania

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date/Time: 6/11 at 6:30 p.m. to 6/15 at 6 p.m. Registration Deadline: 5/29 Grade: 4-12

Program Type: Youth Members Only Overnights: 4

Sleeping Arrangements: Indoors (cabin) Youth Cost: $300 Adult Cost: n/a

Fill your world with color! Manipulate light and shadows, take up the challenge to use the colors only found in the outdoors… even use the night sky, trees, or plants as your artistic muse. There will be competitions, starlight parties, and magical memories that will last a lifetime. Earn Junior Numbers in Nature, Cadette, Senior, or Ambassador Space Science badge (provided).

Kaleidoscope Day Camp

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date: 6/12 Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily Registration Deadline: 5/29 Grade: K-8

Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $175 Adult Cost: n/a Bursts of color, light and shadows, oh my! Seek and discover the beauty and power of nature at Starwoods. We'll plant food and flowers,

determine ages of trees, use our five senses to discover the colorful world around us, and have a Kaleidoscope of camp fun! Earn Daisy, Brownie, Junior Numbers in Nature, or Cadette Space Science Researcher badge (provided).

Minnows & Canoes: Mariner Level 1

Camp Four Winds 9236 SE Quivera Road, Leon Date/Time: 6/17 at 10 a.m. to 6/18 at 3 p.m. Registration Deadline: 6/5 Grade: 4-12 Program Type: Youth Members Only Overnights: 1

Sleeping Arrangements: Outdoor (tent, platform, or yurt) Youth Cost: $160 Adult Cost: n/a "Lakes, pools, rivers, bays, oceans - wherever there is water, there is the lure to be in it, on it, or be a part of it one way or another." -Senior Girl Scout Handbook, 1963. During the first session of the Mariner series, you will experience the basics of watercraft, including swimming, first aid, and nautical knots. Learn about native Kansas fish, canoe to our heart's delight, and inspire the newest generation of Heartland Mariners. Earn steps toward Mariner Award badge (not provided).

Bigfoot's Playground:

Starwoods

Starwoods Outdoor Center 7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date: 6/17 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 6/5 Grade: K-8 Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $40 Adult Cost: Free

Get ready to stomp and HOWL! Do you know how to call for Bigfoot? Let’s explore legends, whisper about mysteries, and go on the greatest summer adventure! Join us for an exploration of the outdoors and see if we can spot a big, furry friend! He could be anywhere so keep a keen eye while we play water games, go on epic hikes, and create crafts that will aid us in our hunt! Earn Daisy Trail Adventure, Brownie Senses, Junior Detective, or Cadette Special Agent badge (provided).

Creation Station: Hays

First United Methodist Church

2707 Vine Street, Suite 8, Hays

Date: 6/17 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 6/5 Grade: K-8

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $40 Adult Cost: Free

If you can imagine it, you can do it! Your only limitation is your imagination for Creation Station. You can create a house for animals, a masterpiece for your wall, or something cool that your favorite adult will love! The fun part of Creation Station is that you can do whatever motivates you that day! Earn Daisy Shapes in Nature, Brownie Household Elf, Junior Gardener, or Cadette Woodworker badge (provided).

Lakeside Symphonies

Starwoods Outdoor Center 7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date/Time: 6/18 at 6:30 p.m. to 6/22 at 6 p.m. Registration Deadline: 6/5 Grade: 2-8 Program Type: Youth Members Only Overnights: 4

Sleeping Arrangements: Indoors (cabin) Youth Cost: $300 Adult Cost: n/a Cicada song, swaying grass, and the sounds of the wind can be heard across camp in a symphony of nature all around us. You will be a master conductor as you explore music in the outdoors, make an instrument, dance like a leaping deer, and HOOT with the night owls. Earn Brownie Dancer, Junior Musician, or Cadette Digital Movie Maker badge (provided).

Gnome Away: You & Me

Camp Four Winds 9236 SE Quivera Road, Leon Date/Time: 6/18 at 6:30 p.m. to 6/22 at 6 p.m. Registration Deadline: 6/5 Grade: 4-12

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Overnights: 4

Sleeping Arrangements: Outdoors (tent, platform, or yurt) Youth Cost: $300 Adult Cost: $200

Outdoors is the place to be, fresh air livin' is the life for me. Camp Four Winds is the best place to hang out with your gnomies as you build fires, practice outdoor cooking skills and recipes, seek and find woodland creatures, play gnome games, and create gnome memories to last. Make this week your Gnome-away-from-home. Earn Junior Camper, Cadette Trailblazer, Senior Adventurer, or Ambassador Eco Advocate badge (provided).

Turtles & Kayaks: Mariner Level 2

Starwoods Outdoor Center 7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date/Time: 6/18 at 6:30 p.m. to 6/22 at 6 p.m. Registration Deadline: 5/29 Grade: 6-12 Program Type: Youth Members Only Overnights: 4

Sleeping Arrangements: Outdoors (tent or platform)

Youth Cost: $300 Adult Cost: n/a "Lakes, pools, rivers, bays, oceans - wherever there is water there is a lure to be in it, on it, or be a part of it one way or another." - Senior Girl Scout Handbook, 1963. In level two of the Mariner series, you will advance your watercraft skills, take action on issues impacting Kansas water life, and explore the waterways from the best seat possible - the seat of a kayak! Paddle at Starwoods Outdoor Center, the Arkansas River through Wichita, and Fall River State Park. Refund request deadline 5/29. Earn steps toward Mariner Award badge (not provided).

A Siren's Song Day Camp

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date: 6/19 Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily Registration Deadline: 6/5 Grade: K-8

Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $175 Adult Cost: n/a Shhhhh… did you hear it? Listen closely and you can hear the sweet sound of the sirens at Wattles Lake. Let’s join in the song as we splish, splash, twirl, and sing where water meets rhythm. Make a splash as you create music, dance to your own tune, and record all your magical adventures. Earn Daisy Fun Patch, Brownie Dancer, Junior Musician, or Cadette Digital Movie Maker badge (provided).

Junior Troop Campout

Part 2 of 3

Lions Park

Hwy 36 & 4th Street, Atwood

Date/Time: 6/23 at 4 p.m. to 6/25 at 11 a.m. Registration Deadline: 6/5 Grade: 4-5

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Overnights: 2

Sleeping Arrangements: Outdoors (tent) Youth Cost: $20 Adult Cost: $10

Girl Scouts must have participated in the Junior Troop Campout part #1 to qualify for parts #2 and #3. Part #2 campout requires more youth/adult planning and preparation. Girl Scouts, along with their leaders, choose three methods of cooking, plan their menus, do their own grocery shopping, and at the campout, put everything into action. Activities include meal planning for part #3, hiking sticks, Leave No Trace camping information, safety in the mountains, and more. This campout prepares Girl Scouts for the final campout #3 which will be held in Rocky Mountains National Park, Estes Park, Colorado in August 2023.

Mission Expedition: You & Me

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date/Time: 6/24 at 1 p.m. to 6/25 at 10 a.m. Registration Deadline: 6/12 Grade: 4-12 Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Overnights: 1

Sleeping Arrangements: Indoors (cabin) or Outdoors (tent or platform) Youth Cost: $60 Adult Cost: $35

Your mission: exploration and adventure! Bring your favorite adult, and take a journey with your fellow Girl Scouts. Explore the nature of Kansas on a hike, challenge yourself at the low ropes course, reach for the top of the climbing wall, and dare to go over the edge and down the 45-foot rappelling wall. Step into a canoe or kayak, or jump into the cool water of Wattles Lake for a refreshing swim. This weekend session encourages campers and adults to embrace adventure and experience challenging, risk-taking activities together. Fun patch provided.

Creation Station: Salina

St. John's Lutheran Church 302 S. 7th St., Salina

Date: 6/24 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 6/12 Grade: K-8 Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $40 Adult Cost: Free

If you can imagine it, you can do it! Your only limitation is your imagination for Creation Station. You can create a house for animals, a masterpiece for your wall, or something cool that your favorite adult will love! The fun part of Creation Station is that you can do whatever motivates you that day! Earn Daisy Shapes in Nature, Brownie Household Elf, Junior Gardener, or Cadette Woodworker badge (provided).

My Buddy & Me Fishing

Council Grove City Lake Public Docks Park Circle, Council Grove

Date: 6/24 Time: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 6/12 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Girl Scout Families

Youth Cost: $5 Adult Cost: $5

Reel your buddy in, grab a chair and pole, and cast your line at Council Grove City Lake with Girl Scouts. This family event is a fishing and water safety awareness experience. The local Park and Recreation Corps of Engineers will educate Girl Scouts and their families on water safety while fishing, and how to have a great outdoor experience at the beautiful Council Grove City Lake. The Game Warden will also be there to talk and teach about the local wildlife. SU83 will have poles available to use at the event. This is a catch and release event. Participants must comply with Kansas Fish & Game laws and obtain a fishing license, prior to the event, for anyone ages 16-74.

Otters & Sails: Mariner Level 3

Camp Four Winds

9236 SE Quivera Road, Leon

Date/Time: 6/24 at 9 a.m. to 6/28 at 6 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 6/5 Grade: 8-12

Program Type: Youth Members Only

Overnights: 4

Sleeping Arrangements: Outdoors (tent, platform, or yurt)

Youth Cost: $350 Adult Cost: n/a In level three of the Mariner series, you will harness the wind as you learn to sail a Sunfish sailboat on Lake Woody at Camp Four Winds. Earn your Kansas Boater's Safety card.

Got Game

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date/Time: 6/25 at 6:30 p.m. to 6/29 at 6 p.m. Registration Deadline: 6/12 Grade: 4-12 Program Type: Youth Members Only Overnights: 4

Sleeping Arrangements: Indoors (cabin) Youth Cost: $300 Adult Cost: n/a

Time to get away from the screens and head to Starwoods for new experiences and fun games. From beginner to experienced, everyone's "Got Game!" Come show your skills off. Participate in team sports, create your team logo, and learn team spirit. Cross-train with yoga and learn about nutrition to help your team win the camp trophy. Earn Junior Practice with Purpose, Cadette Good Sportmanship, Senior Cross Training, or Ambassador Coaching badge (provided).

Race to the Finish Day Camp

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date: 6/26 Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily Registration Deadline: 6/12 Grade: K-8 Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $175 Adult Cost: n/a

Do you accept the challenge?! Jump, skip, hop, and run to the finish line as we explore the world of games… of all kinds! Show your skills playing board games, kicking a winning goal on the field, and always being the best teammate. Challenge yourself to learn something new and join us as we Race to the Finish! Earn Daisy Board Game Design Challenge, Brownie Fair Play, Junior Practice with Purpose, or Cadette Good Sportsmanship badge (provided).

July

Harriette Potter Prefect Camp

Camp Mary Dell

1943 Indy Road, Abilene

Date/Time: 7/6 at 1 p.m. to 7/9 at 11 a.m.

Registration Deadline: 6/12 Grade: 9-12

Program Type: Youth Members Only Overnights: 3

Sleeping Arrangements: Outdoors (tent) Youth Cost: $80 Adult Cost: n/a Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Slytherin, or Ravenclaw? Which house are you ready to lead? Do you have what it takes to be a prefect? Come enjoy time with your prefect Girl Scout sisters and learn all about leading a Hogwarts House. You will spend the first night enjoying special activities for prefects only. Following your exclusive “Prefects Camp,” you will help lead a house during Harriette Potter Camp. If you register for Prefect Camp, do not register for Harriette Potter Camp. Fun patch provided.

Rocking It Old School

Camp Christy

320 Camp Christy Drive, Scott City

Date/Time: 7/7 at 10 a.m. to 7/9 at 11 a.m.

Registration Deadline: 6/26 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Overnights: 2

Sleeping Arrangements: Outdoors (tent) Youth Cost: $65 Adult Cost: $65

Basics and beyond! Join us to learn, refresh, or show off your Girl Scout camp skills! Fun is planned for all levels while working on first aid, archery, Girl Scout etiquette, orienteering, and so much more. Plan on enjoying s’mores by the campfire and campfire songs too. Pack your swimsuit for swimming and canoeing fun. Fun patch provided.

CIT 1 Training

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date/Time: 7/7 at 6:30 p.m. to 7/8 at 6 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 6/19 Grade: 8-12

Program Type: Youth Members Only Overnights: 1

Sleeping Arrangements: Indoors (cabin) Youth Cost: $30 Adult Cost: n/a

Rising 8th graders, Seniors, and Ambassadors: get ready to share your love of camp! During this epic orientation, you will prepare to be a camp role model for younger campers. Learn how camp works, ways to help campers have a great time, tricks for leading large groups, and how to be an amazing camp mentor. Camp t-shirt provided.

Harriette Potter Camp

Camp Mary Dell

1943 Indy Road, Abilene

Date/Time: 7/7 at 5 p.m. to 7/9 at 10 a.m.

Registration Deadline: 6/12 Grade: 2-12

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Overnights: 2

Sleeping Arrangements: Outdoors (tent) Youth Cost: $80 Adult Cost: $75

You have been accepted into Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! Get sorted into your house and work together to win the Tri-Wizard Tournament! Escape the Muggle world and enjoy a game of quidditch, make your own magical wand to cast spells, try your hand at potions, and experience much more as a student of Hogwarts. Join us and explore the amazing world of Harry, Ron, Hermione, and of course…YOU KNOW WHO…. Make sure to bring your own tent, so the Dementors can’t get you while you sleep! Fun patch provided.

Colorado Expedition

Colorado

Date/Time: 7/9 to 7/12 (times TBD)

Registration Deadline: 6/5 Grade: 6-12

Program Type: Youth Members Only Overnights: 3

Sleeping Arrangements: Indoors (zoo and cabin) Youth Cost: $750 Adult Cost: $500

Girl Scouts love adventure, so we’re heading west to the beautiful state of Colorado for 4 days. The trip includes a one-of-a-kind overnight experience at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, exploring the Cave of the Winds, challenging yourself on a three-story obstacle course, whitewater rafting through Browns Canyon, and saddling up for a horseback trail ride. There will also be time for sight seeing in Manitou Springs, including the Penny Arcade and Manitou Cliff Dwellings. You may bring additional funds for souvenirs. Adults interested in chaperoning must contact Tisha George at tgeorge@gskh. org for an application. The trip will begin at the Wichita office and will stop at the Hays office to pickup Girl Scouts on the way to Colorado. Refund request deadline: 6/5. Fun patch provided.

Myths & Monsters

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date/Time: 7/9 at 6:30 p.m. to 7/13 at 6 p.m. Registration Deadline: 7/3 Grade: 4-12

Program Type: Youth Members Only Overnights: 4

Sleeping Arrangements: Indoors (cabin)

Youth Cost: $300 Adult Cost: n/a Dreaming of a world of mythical proportions, with magic, adventure, and danger? Where only young heroes can save the world from strange monsters? Traditional camp meets the world of fantasy summer camp in this sleepaway session. Swim and take on the challenge of the rock climbing wall. At the end of the day, hope for good weather for peering up at the stars and discussing the stories of the Greek Heroes in our night sky, and play glow-in-the-dark Capture the Flag against the other cabins. Become a part of the prophecy, and take on the quest of this camp! Earn Junior Scribe, Cadette Screenwriter, Senior Novelist, or Ambassador Photographer badge (provided).

Fairies & Fables Day Camp

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date: 7/10 Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily Registration Deadline: 6/26 Grade: K-8 Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $175 Adult Cost: n/a

Escape the real world and come to the realm of summer camp, a magical place of wonder and enchantment! Like Girl Scouts, fairies want to make the world a better place, a place where everyone belongs. You will learn about forming friendships and practicing healthy communication, along with activities such as swimming and magical crafts. Let's celebrate the beauty of fairy Sisterhood! Earn Daisy Good Neighbor, Brownie Making Friends, Junior Social Butterfly, or Cadette Finding Common Ground badge (provided).

Bigfoot's Playground: Dodge City

Longbranch Hut

1111 Longbranch Road, Dodge City Date: 7/15 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Registration Deadline: 7/3 Grade: K-8 Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $40 Adult Cost: Free

We share the outdoors with many creatures: from cute and cuddly kittens to big hairy things like Bigfoot! The world is full of mystery. Is Bigfoot real or a legend? Join us for an exploration of the outdoors and see if we can spot one! While we search, we'll also enjoy hiking, water games, and crafts. Earn Daisy Trail Adventure, Brownie Senses, Junior Detective, or Cadette Special Agent badge (provided).

Cardboard Arcade

Towne West Mall

4600 W. Kellogg Drive, Wichita

Date: 7/15 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 6/26 Grade: 2-8

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $35 Adult Cost: $10

You will design your own games and create and build workable models out of cardboard boxes and crazy supplies. Work your magic and design a pool table or skee ball alley. Have you played Plinko board or pinball machine, you can do that if you build it! Groups of 3-8 will design and build in the morning to create your games of fun. Showcase and testing will happen late afternoon. Do not have a team? No worries, we will get you one! Earn steps toward Brownie Inventor, Junior Product Designer, or Cadette Entrepreneur badge (not provided).

Magical Mayhem

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date/Time: 7/16 at 6:30 p.m. to 7/20 at 6 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 6/26 Grade: 2-8

Program Type: Youth Members Only Overnights: 4

Sleeping Arrangements: Indoors (cabin)

Youth Cost: $300 Adult Cost: n/a

Will you walk the tightrope, tame a lion, or invent a new tasty treat? Enter the magical world of natural illusions, charming crafts, and maybe even some mischief. Experience the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of the carnival as you become a master entertainer. Earn Brownie, Junior Automotive Design or Cadette Science of Happiness badge (provided). Design, or Cadette Comic Artist badge (provided). spells with, seek out the snitch in Quidditch, and experience much more as a student of Hogwarts. Join us and explore the amazing world of Harry, Ron, Hermione and of course... You Know Who... Make sure and bring your own tent, so the dementors can't get you while you sleep! Fun patch provided.

Clownin' Around Day Camp

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date: 7/17 Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily Registration Deadline: 7/3 Grade: K-8 Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $175 Adult Cost: n/a

Step right UP and see what is happening under the Starwoods Big Top! We’ve got games, giggles, and goofy challenges. How many clowns can fit into a car? We’ll find out together! Plan on a festive and fun time with paintball sling shots, carnival crafts, and lots of clownin' around. Earn Daisy, Brownie, Junior Automotive Design or Cadette Science of Happiness badge (provided).

Dino Rawr: You & Me

Starwoods Outdoor Center 7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date/Time: 7/22 at 1 p.m. to 7/23 at 10 a.m. Registration Deadline: 7/10 Grade: age 3-grade 5 Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Overnights: 1 Sleeping Arrangements: Indoors (cabin) or Outdoors (tent or platform) Youth Cost: $60 Adult Cost: $35

It is sure to be DINO-mite fun as you meet new friends, make your own fossils, do a dino dig, and RAWR your way into the night. We will explore these amazing creatures of the past that lived on land and in water. Bring your best dino jokes for evening entertainment. Fun patch provided.

Messyville: You & Me

Cedar Bluff State Park

32001 KS-147, Ellis

Date/Time: 7/22 at 1 p.m. to 7/23 at 10 a.m.

Registration Deadline: 7/10 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Overnights: 1

Sleeping Arrangements: Outdoors (tent) Youth Cost: $60 Adult Cost: $35

No one will tell you to stay clean here! Play in the mud, paint with your fingers, and get messy! This camp is all about being silly and going on adventures. Eat a meal with chopsticks or without your hands. Make messy artwork, play water games and make new friends. Only old clothes allowed. Earn Daisy, Brownie, Junior Design in Nature or Cadette, Senior, Ambassador Outdoor Art badge (provided).

Bigfoot's Playground: Glen Elder

Glen Elder State Park

2131 180 Road, Glen Elder Date: 7/24 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 7/10 Grade: K-8

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $40 Adult Cost: Free

We share the outdoors with many creatures: from cute and cuddly kittens to big hairy things like Bigfoot! The world is full of mystery. Is Bigfoot real or a legend? Join us for an exploration of the outdoors and see if we can spot one! While we search, we'll also enjoy hiking, water games, and crafts. Earn Daisy Trail Adventure, Brownie Senses, Junior Detective, or Cadette Special Agent badge (provided).

Bigfoot's Playground: Abilene

Camp Mary Dell 1943 Indy Road, Abilene Date: 7/25 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 7/10 Grade: K-8

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $40 Adult Cost: Free

We share the outdoors with many creatures: from cute and cuddly kittens to big hairy things like Bigfoot! The world is full of mystery. Is Bigfoot real or a legend? Join us for an exploration of the outdoors and see if we can spot one! While we search, we'll also enjoy hiking, water games, and crafts. Earn Daisy Trail Adventure, Brownie Senses, Junior Detective, or Cadette Special Agent badge (provided).

Creation Station: Double E

Camp Double E 794 Road 200, Emporia Date: 7/26 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Registration Deadline: 7/10 Grade: K-8 Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $40 Adult Cost: Free

If you can imagine it, you can do it! Your only limitation is your imagination for Creation Station. You can create a house for animals, a masterpiece for your wall, or something cool that your favorite adult will love! The fun part of Creation Station is that you can do whatever motivates you that day! Earn Daisy Shapes in Nature, Brownie Household Elf, Junior Gardener, or Cadette Woodworker badge (provided).

Creation Station: Parsons

Parsons Little House 2900 Frisco Ave., Parsons Date: 7/27 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 7/10 Grade: K-8 Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $40 Adult Cost: Free

If you can imagine it, you can do it! Your only limitation is your imagination for Creation Station. You can create a house for animals, a masterpiece for your wall, or something cool that your favorite adult will love! The fun part of Creation Station is that you can do whatever motivates you that day! Earn Daisy Shapes in Nature, Brownie Household Elf, Junior Gardener, or Cadette Woodworker badge (provided).

Midnight Madness at Riverfront Stadium

Riverfront Stadium

275 S. McLean Blvd., Wichita

Date/Time: 7/29 at 6 p.m. to 7/30 at 7 a.m. Registration Deadline: 7/17 Grade: age 3-grade 12 Program Type: Girl Scout Families Overnights: 1

Sleeping Arrangements: Outdoors (tent without stakes)

Youth Cost: $15 Adult Cost: $15

Girl Scouts renewed for 2024 will take over Riverfront Stadium for an epic sleepover for only $15 per person! Watch the Wind Surge baseball team take on their opponent on July 29. After the game, we’re clearing out the stadium for an unforgettable, Girl Scout-only event. Girl Scouts and their families will watch a movie and play late-night games before retiring to their tents (no stakes) in the outfield. Membership renewal opens on April 1 and you must renew by June 30 to qualify for this event. Fun patch provided.

August

Destination: Unknown!

Mystery Trip

Date/Time: 8/2 to 8/5 (times tBD)

Registration Deadline: 6/5 Grade: 8-12

Program Type: Youth Members Only Overnights: 3

Sleeping Arrangements: TBA

Youth Cost: $750 Adult Cost: n/a

Take off on a secret trip to an unknown destination! Where are we going? It’s a mystery, but to give you a hint… We will be traveling more than 4 hours, but less than 10 hours on the ultimate road trip. Expect to see cityscapes and natural views, plus indoor and outdoor activities, and Girl Scout exclusive experiences. Will we sleep overnight in a museum? Dine at a fancy restaurant? Explore a historical site? Or zip line over a canyon? The only way to find out, is to sign up and join us on Destination: Unknown! Prior to the trip, you'll receive additional clues and a packing list. Refund request deadline: 6/5. Fun patch provided.

Putting You in the Past: A Cooking Exploration: August

Old Cowtown Museum

1865 Museum Blvd, Wichita Date: 8/1 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 7/17 Grade: 4-5

Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $33 Adult Cost: n/a

Work and play can go hand-in-hand! You will play games, try a few Victorian Era chores, and have fun discovering what it was like to live in a different era while wearing 1870s period clothing. Cooking was a major part of Victorian life and you will try different cooking methods while learning skills that cross ages. You will create a meal that you will eat, but bringing a big snack is highly recommended. Earn Simple Meals and Playing in the Past badge (provided).

Junior Troop Campout Part 3

Rocky Mountain National Park

1000 Hwy 36, Estes Park

Date/Time: 8/3 at 8 a.m. to 8/6 at 5 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 7/3 Grade: 4-5

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Overnights: 3

Sleeping Arrangements: Outdoors (tent) Youth Cost: $50 Adult Cost: $45

We are ready to go and see the wonderful views in colorful Colorado! Congratulations Juniors and Leaders! Participation in Junior Troop Campout part #1 and #2 are required to experience part #3.

Games to Pass the Time Away: August

Old Cowtown Museum

1865 Museum Blvd, Wichita

Date: 8/3 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 7/17 Grade: 2-3

Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $28 Adult Cost: n/a

Victorian life was not all about work. They loved to have fun, too! Come to Cowtown to play Victorianera games and discover new ways to have fun. You will learn why games are important and create your own game. Earn Making Games badge (provided).

National S'Mores Day: Hays

Hays Girl Scout Office

2707 Vine St., Suite 8, Hays

Date: 8/10 Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Registration Deadline: 8/7 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Public Event Youth Cost: Free Adult Cost: Free

Celebrate National S'Mores Day with a come-andgo style family event, including outdoor games, hot dogs, laughter, and of course, s'mores!

National S'Mores Day: Wichita

Wichita Girl Scout Office

360 Lexington Road, Wichita

Date: 8/10 Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 8/7 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Public Event Youth Cost: Free Adult Cost: Free

Celebrate National S'Mores Day with a come-andgo style family event, including outdoor games, hot dogs, laughter, and of course, s'mores!

Adventure: Starwoods

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date: 9/9 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Registration Deadline: 8/28 Grade: 4-12 Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $35 Adult Cost: n/a [ad-ven-cher] noun: an exciting or very unusual experience; verb: to take the chance; dare. Are you ready to step out of your comfort zone? Every Adventure program is a different combination of experiences that allows Girl Scouts to progress from newbie to master in the high adventure activities available at Camp Starwoods. Will we tackle the 45-foot climbing tower, aim for a bulls-eye at the target range, sail across the 900foot zip line, or glide through the water on our kayaks? Whichever combination we choose; it's guaranteed to be exciting! Earn steps toward Climbing Adventure badge (not provided).

Savvy Solutions: Wichita

Wichita Girl Scout Office 360 Lexington Road, Wichita Date: 9/30 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Registration Deadline: 9/18 Grade: K-5 Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $35 Adult Cost: n/a [sav-vy] verb: know or understand; [sol-u-tion] noun: means of solving a problem. What better way to explore something unfamiliar than a day of mastering new skills? You may play a game, create a cool craft, make new friends, learn a super savvy skill, or find an untapped interest. This day is designed to help Girl Scouts with the skills and inspiration to accept challenges, overcome obstacles, and take the lead. Earn steps toward Creative Play badge series (not provided).

Glow Party: Fall

Haysville West Middle School

1956 W. Grand Ave., Haysville

Date: 10/13 Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 10/2 Grade: K-12

Program Type: Girl Scout Families Youth Cost: $25 Adult Cost: $15

It’s time for a Girl Scout Party! Grab your glow sticks and join your party hosts, Troop 40112, for a night of dancing, games, karaoke, and tons of Girl Scout fun! There will also be hot dogs and chips. This is an all-ages, family event. Get registered today & come, sing, dance, and glow the night away!

Kickin' it with Mama - Mother Daughter Camp (JCSA)

Camp Wood

1101 Camp Wood Road, Elmdale Date/Time: 10/14 at 1 p.m. to 10/15 at 12 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 9/25 Grade: 4-12

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Overnights: 1

Sleeping Arrangements: Indoors (cabin) or Outdoors (tent) Youth Cost: starting at $35 Adult Cost: starting at $35

Saddle up, put on your boots, and mosey on out to Mother-Daughter Camp! Come spend the night at beautiful Camp Wood in Elmdale, Kansas. At this camp, you will learn to line dance, hike, fish, and sing traditional Girl Scout songs around the campfire. You will treasure this great opportunity to spend time together. Fun patch provided.

Kickin' it with Mama - Mother Daughter Camp (DB)

Camp Wood

1101 Camp Wood Road, Elmdale Date/Time: 10/13 at 5:30 p.m. to 10/14 at 12 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 9/25 Grade: K-3

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Overnights: 1

Sleeping Arrangements: Indoors (cabin) or Outdoors (tent)

Youth Cost: starting at $35 Adult Cost: starting at $35

Saddle up, put on your boots, and mosey on out to Mother-Daughter Camp! Come spend the night at beautiful Camp Wood in Elmdale, Kansas. At this camp, you will learn to line dance, hike, fish, and sing traditional Girl Scout songs around the campfire. You will treasure this great opportunity to spend time together. Fun patch provided.

Haunted Stroll: Pumpkin Squad

Starwoods Outdoor Center 7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date: 10/21 Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Registration Deadline: 9/18 Grade: 4-12 Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $5 Adult Cost: $5

Be a member of the Pumpkin Squad for the daytime, younger Girl Scout version of Haunted Stroll. Come to the Pumpkin Squad planning meeting on September 21 at Starwoods to brainstorm your fairytale activity or scene. Then, work the actual event on October 21 at Starwoods to set up your area and entertain the participants. Pumpkin Squad may purchase the Haunted Stroll t-shirt. Lunch will be provided between sessions and you may choose to stay overnight with an adult chaperone the night before the event.

Haunted Stroll: Fairytale Trail: morning session

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date: 10/21 Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 10/9 Grade: age 3 - grade 5

Program Type: Girl Scout Families Youth Cost: $15 Adult Cost: $5

Stroll from cabin to cabin and experience crafts, story-telling, and light-hearted interactive Halloween scenes in this daytime, familyfriendly event. Candy, pumpkins, and autumn amusement await. Costumes encouraged! Preregistration is required for this event; there is no at-the-door pricing. Fun patch provided.

Haunted Stroll: Fairytale Trail: afternoon session

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date: 10/21 Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 10/9 Grade: age 3-grade 5

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $15 Adult Cost: $5

Stroll from cabin to cabin and experience crafts, story-telling, and light-hearted interactive Halloween scenes in this daytime, familyfriendly event. Candy, pumpkins, and autumn amusement await Costumes encouraged! Preregistration is required for this event; there is no at-the-door pricing. Fun patch provided.

Haunted Stroll: Spookmasters

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date: 10/21 Time: 1 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 9/11 Grade: 6-12

Program Type: Youth Members with Chaperones Youth Cost: $5 Adult Cost: $5

Become a Spookmaster for the annual Haunted Stroll. Come to the Spookmaster planning meeting on September 14 at Starwoods to brainstorm your scare scene. Then, work the actual event on October 21 at Starwoods to set up your scare scene and entertain the participants. Spookmasters may purchase the Haunted Stroll

t-shirt. Dinner will be provided on the event date and you may choose to stay overnight with an adult chaperone after the event.

Haunted Stroll: Green Teens

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date: 10/21 Time: 1 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Registration Deadline: 8/21 Grade: 9-12

Program Type: Youth Members Only Youth Cost: $5 Adult Cost: n/a

Become a Green Teen for the annual Haunted Stroll. First, meet with council staff virtually on 8/24 to set the route and other event details. Then, show leadership at the Spookmaster meeting on 9/14. Finally, work the actual event on 10/21 at Starwoods, working behind the scenes so all event logistics run smoothly. Green Teens may purchase the Haunted Stroll t-shirt or hoodie. Dinner will be provided on the event date and you may choose to stay overnight with an adult chaperone after the event.

Haunted Stroll: Boo Bash Trail

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date: 10/21 Time: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Registration Deadline: 10/16 Grade: 4-12 Program Type: Public Event Youth Cost: $12 Adult Cost: $12 Venture through Starwoods on the thrilling Boo Bash Trail where you'll encounter monsters and ghouls of all kinds, artfully decorated scare scenes, and frightening special effects; all created by Girl Scout Spookmasters! Snacks, hot drinks, and haunted amusement await your family. Recommended for 4th grade and up; it's seriously spooky. Costumes encouraged! Register by 10/16 for $12 or bring $15 cash to the door. Fun patch provided.

Volunteer Training 2023

ASHI First Aid/CPR/AED

This course provides you with the skills needed to successfully perform First Aid and CPR. This blended course includes an at-home study portion; you will receive an email with instructions approximately two weeks prior to your in-person course. No refunds will be issued once that email is sent. During the in-person course, you will practice important skills with the assistance and supervision of an authorized instructor. Participants will not be allowed to enter the class if they arrive more than 15 minutes after the class begins. Participants must be physically able to perform the basic skills required for CPR. If you demonstrate achievement of the required knowledge and hands-on skills you will receive an authentic certification card from American Safety & Health Institute, valid for two years.

Adult Cost: $25

Wichita Girl Scout Office

360 Lexington Rd., Wichita Date: 3/9 Time: 6 - 8 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 2/27

Garden City Girl Scout Office 114 Grant Ave, Garden City Date: 3/21 Time: 6 - 8 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 3/6

Wichita Girl Scout Office

360 Lexington Rd., Wichita Date: 3/28 Time: 6 - 8 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 3/13

Hays Girl Scout Center

2707 Vine Street, Suite 8, Hays Date: 4/1 Time: 2 - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 3/20

Camp Four Winds 9236 SE Quivera Road, Leon Date: 4/15 Time: 2 - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 4/3

Parsons Girl Scout Little House 2900 Frisco Ave., Parsons Date: 4/22 Time: 9 - 11 a.m. Registration Deadline: 4/10

Camp Double E 794 Road 200, Emporia Date: 4/29 Time: 1 - 3 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 4/17

Wichita Girl Scout Office

360 Lexington Rd., Wichita Date: 5/2 Time: 7 - 9 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 4/17

Starwoods Outdoor Center 7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date: 6/2 Time: 4 - 6 p.m. Registration Deadline: 5/22

Wichita Girl Scout Office 360 Lexington Rd., Wichita Date: 7/25 Time: 6 - 8 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 7/10

Wichita Girl Scout Office

360 Lexington Rd., Wichita

Date: 8/17 Time: 6 - 8 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 8/7

Wichita Girl Scout Office

360 Lexington Rd., Wichita

Date: 9/12 Time: 7 - 9 p.m. Registration Deadline: 8/28

Hays Girl Scout Center

2707 Vine Street, Suite 8, Hays

Date: 9/19 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 9/4

Small Craft Safety

Small Craft Safety (Canoeing and Kayaking) is the current Safety Activity Checkpoints requirement to facilitate a canoeing or kayaking experience for girls. A prerequisite course in gsLearn: GSUSA Small Craft Safety Training is required. In this course, you will learn skills for basic water rescue and small craft. During the 3 hour hands-on course, you will practice and demonstrate your skills. Note that this is a safety and rescue course, not a skills class; participants should be familiar with basic canoeing and kayaking skills before arrival. Participants must be able to pass a swim test and all rescue techniques.

Adult Cost: $35

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date: 6/4 Time: 1 - 4 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 6/5

Cedar Bluff State Park

32001 KS-147, Ellis

Date/Time: 7/23 at 9 a.m. - noon

Registration Deadline: 7/17

Outdoor Camping

This overnight course combines the Cabin Camping course curriculum with a deeper knowledge of outdoor camping experiences. This is required for any camping experiences outside of a cabin/walled facility. After completing this course, volunteers will be able to take their girls on a camping trip. You'll learn about health and safety procedures, how to set up a campsite and the equipment needed, tent pitching, troop and individual packing, Kaper Charts, meal planning and preparation, multiple methods of cooking, dishwashing, starting a wood fire, compass and trail signs, Leave No Trace principles, and how to tie these experiences to the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Ambassador Girl Scouts may also take this course. Prerequisite to this course is Outdoor Basics found in gsLearn.

Overnights: 1 Girl Cost: $25 Adult Cost: $25 Camp Four Winds 9236 SE Quivera Rd, Leon Date/Time: 4/15 at 4 p.m. to 4/16 at noon

Registration Deadline: 4/3

Flywheels Yesteryear Museum 1100 W. Diamond Dr., Salina Date/Time: 4/22 at 4 p.m. to 4/23 at noon Registration Deadline: 4/10

Cedar Bluff State Park 32001 KS-147, Ellis Date/Time: 4/22 at 4 p.m. to 4/23 at noon Registration Deadline: 4/10

Camp Double E 794 Rd 200, Emporia Date/Time: 4/28 at 4 p.m. to 4/29 at noon

Registration Deadline: 4/17

Garden City Girl Scout Little House 108 W Hackberry St, Garden City Date/Time: 5/12 at 4 p.m. to 5/13 at noon

Registration Deadline: 5/1

Level 1 Archery Instructor

The USA Archery Level 1 Instructor certification course provides graduates the necessary tools to maintain a high level of safety both on and off the archery range for camps and beginner archery programs. You will learn about range safety, range setup, the steps of shooting, equipment and repair, programs and lesson plans. Participants must pass the USA Archery Level 1 Instructor Certification online course, including the online exam. After registering in Ultracamp, you will receive instructions on how to acquire the online portion, and pay the $40 fee directly to USA Archery. Upon completion of both the online course and the inperson practical course, the participant will receive a USA Archery Level 1 Instructor certificate.

Adult Cost: $40 (paid to USA Archery)

Starwoods Outdoor Center 7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater Date: 4/22 Time: 1 - 5 p.m. Registration Deadline: 4/10

IGNITE: It's a Shore Thing

Uplift your soul by taking part in this weekend volunteer retreat! Take in the magnificence of Girl Scouting while checking out the endless horizon of possibilities. At IGNITE, you’ll have a chance to connect with others, come out of your shell, make waves and experience peaceful and inspirational workshops. This weekend will help you be shore of yourself in your role as a Girl Scout volunteer. Maybe you’ll shoot a gun, kayak, or throw an ax. There’s lots to learn and explore if you take time to coast!

Starwoods Outdoor Center

7800 S. 103rd St. W., Clearwater

Date: June 2, 3, 4, 2023

Registration Deadline: May 8

Cost: $50 includes 5 meals, snacks, workshops and more T-Shirts available to purchase You'll pick sleeping arrangements and workshops after deadline date.

Learn more on gsLearn

What does gsLearn provide? Convenience! gsLearn will make learning what you need to know, when you need to know it, easier than ever. It houses all GSKH online training opportunities and tracks all online, virtual, or inperson courses. Learners may easily access their personal training histories. Courses may be started, paused, exited, and restarted as needed by learners without losing their progress.

In addition to locally created courses, it provides access to helpful new movement-wide online learning opportunities created by GSUSA, such as Troop Leader Expectations, Troop Meetings 101, Generating Troop Funds, Creating Your Inclusive Troop, Girl Scouts in the Outdoors, Zoom for Girl Scouts, Volunteer Toolkit Tutorials and much more. Service unit volunteers will also find trainings on goal setting and planning, effective meetings, recruiting, etc.

Click on myGS in the upper right-hand corner of the website and log in to check it out!

Space and Sisterho o d

Ways to Contact: Mark Hunter scouts@cosmo.org ww w.cosmo.org/scouts

overnight or day event that’s outta this world! Complete space or robotics badgework, learn about nuclear science, check out mission control, be an Engineer, see how rockets work, and so much more at this one-of-a-kind exploration of our universe. Experiences can include planetarium shows, using state of the art telescopes, guided tours, and Dr. Goddard’s Lab demonstrations.

Camp staff is looking forward to seeing you this summer as you roam the heartland!

Council Information

Garden City Regional Office

( (888) 686-6468

114 Grant Ave. Garden City, KS 67846

Garden City Little House 108 Hackberry St. Garden City, KS 67846

Southwest Region Northwest Region

Hays Regional Office ( (888) 686-6468 2707 Vine St., Suite 8 Hays, KS 67601

Salina Regional Office ( (888) 686-6468

State Park CAMPING

St. John's Lutheran Church 302 S. 7th Street Salina, KS 67401

North Region East Region

Emporia Regional Office

Camp Double E ( (888) 686-6468 794 Road 200 Emporia, KS 66801

South Central Region

Wichita Office ( (888) 686-6468 360 Lexington Road Wichita, KS 67218

Augusta Little House 928 E. Kelly Ave. Augusta, KS 67010

Newton Little House 715 Washington Road Newton, KS 67114

Camp Four Winds 9236 SE Quivera Road Leon, KS 67074

Camp Starwoods 7800 S. 103rd St. West Clearwater, KS 67026

Girl Scout members get FREE access to basic/primitive campsites at 26 Kansas State Parks, thanks to the Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland Council’s partnership with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism.

Contact the State Park to set up a service project during your visit and complete your

reservation with them directly. Provide your receipt along with your Travel Application and eligible campsite fees will be reimbursed.

For more information, scan the QR code for more information about the State Park partnership and Troop Travel.

at Riverfront Stadium

Girl Scouts renewed for 2024 will be taking over Riverfront Stadium for an epic sleep over for only $15 per person! Watch the Wind Surge baseball team take on their opponent on July 29. After the game, we’re clearing out the stadium for an unforgettable, Girl Scout only event. Girl Scouts and their families will watch a movie and play late night games until retiring to your tent (no stakes) in the outfield. Membership renewal opens on April 1