Pathways Program Guide //SPRING 2020
Early Bird Bonanza!
Discover the benefits of renewing early! See pg. 14
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Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways Building girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.
Contact GSNYPENN 1.855.213.8555 www.gsnypenn.org info@gsnypenn.org
St. Lawrence
Jefferson
TREFOIL
Harrisville
All staff can be reached at 1.855.213.8555.
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Pathways Program Guide Contacts
Oswego
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Ontario
Allegany
Steuben Corning
Customer Care & Opportunities
Schuyler
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Chemung
PA
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Cooperstown
Otsego
Ithaca Cortland
Tompkins
Horseheads
Madison HOOVER
Chenango
Tioga
Sara Scott, Director
Product Programs & Retail Operations
Syracuse
Cayuga
COMSTOCK
Community Development Aletha Rollins, Senior Director
New Hartford Little Falls
Cicero
Liz Schmidt, Director
Christina Verratti, Director
Oneida
Wayne
Programs & Outdoor Initiatives Membership Support
Rome
Rochester
Herkimer
Watertown
Norwich
Broome AMAHAMI
Delaware
Johnson City
Bradford
Ray Mulno, Director
Marketing & Communications Jaime Alvarez, Senior Director
Executive Team Julie Dale, Chief Executive Officer Jim Matthews, Chief Financial Officer Wendy Cobrda, Chief Marketing & Revenue Officer
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Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways is chartered by Girl Scouts of the USA to administer the Girl Scout program in 24 counties of New York and two in Pennsylvania. We’re the preeminent leadership development organization for girls. We offer every girl a chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure and success. We are dedicated to serving our council membership. Your support stays local and gives girls across our region the opportunity to experience the magic of Girl Scouting.
■ Service Centers Cicero* 8170 Thompson Road Cicero, NY 13039-9393 T: 315.698.9400 • F: 315.698.9500 Monday–Thursday 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Horseheads* 226 Colonial Drive Horseheads, NY 14845-8531 T: 607.796.6202 • F: 607.796.2462
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ABOUT US
Monday–Thursday 8:30 a.m.– 5 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
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HOW TO REGISTER OR RESERVE
Johnson City* Oakdale Mall Suite 52 601–635 Harry L Drive Johnson City, NY 13790-1245 T: 607.724.6572 • F: 607.724.6575
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COUNCIL POLICIES
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HIGHEST AWARDS
Monday–Thursday 8:30 a.m.– 5 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. New Hartford 600 French Road New Hartford, NY 13413-1037 T: 315.733.2391 • F: 315.733.1909 Please call or email the staff member you wish to meet with to arrange an appointment. Seneca Falls 12 N. Park St. Seneca Falls, NY 13148 T: 315.698.9400 Please call or email the staff member you wish to meet with to arrange an appointment. Watertown 131 Washington Street, Suite 306 Watertown, NY 13601-2604 T: 315.782.1890
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LIFE SKILLS
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SCHOOL BREAK SCOUTS
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SIGNATURE EVENTS
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Please call or email the staff member you wish to meet with to arrange an appointment.
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VOLUNTEER ENRICHMENT
*Includes a full service Girl Scout Store. Call for hours.
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STORES
☙ Adventure Centers
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PRODUCT SALES
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PROGRAM INDEX
Amahami 434 Page Pond Rd. Deposit, NY 13754 Comstock 1419 Taughannock Blvd. Ithaca, NY 14850 Hoover 2065 Song Lake Crossing Rd. Tully, NY 13159 Trefoil 168 Rose Rd. Harrisville, NY 13648
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How to:
Register for Programs, Reserve a Council Property Events & Training Registration
All programs, events and trainings (even free ones) require registration. Events may fill quickly before the deadline. Early registration assures your place and allows the program facilitator adequate time to prepare for the number of participants. Size is limited by the facility and number of facilitators. For these reasons, once the maximum has been met, additional participants cannot be added.
Finding Programs, Events and Trainings
Check out the offerings in this guide! • Additional programs are added all the time, so check our website at gsnypenn.org for up-to-date offerings. • Click the Programs & Events tab on the top of the homepage. Events are listed in chronological order, be sure to scroll down the page. • Click the event title to view complete information and be directed to the Register Now button. • The button takes you to either the partner’s registration page or our Doubleknot platform.
Registering Through Doubleknot
From GSNYPENN website events: • After clicking the Register Now button on the web event, you will be automatically directed to Doubleknot. • Follow the steps to create a new user profile or log on with an existing account. Alternatively, you can visit Doubleknot directly at gsnypenn.org/doubleknot. • Browse our programs, events and trainings by following the tabs on the navigation bar at the top of the screen. • Click Register on the event to be taken to an information page for details. • Click Register again at the bottom of the page when you are ready to register for the program and follow the prompts.
All property reservations are made through Doubleknot at gsnypenn.org/doubleknot. • Troops may reserve a site up to seven months in advance; Service Units up to nine months. • Hover over the Property Reservation tab on the navigation bar at the top of the screen and click on the property to reserve. • Select the type of features you wish to reserve from the menu under Category. (Note: If buildings, waterfront, archery range or equipment are not reserved, they will be available for other Girl Scout groups or council to use—even when you’re on property. Service Unit Encampment rental does not include waterfront or archery, please reserve them if you wish to use them.) • Select the date you wish to reserve and how many nights. If you are visiting camp for just the day, use Day Use category. • Once you’ve selected the features and date(s) you to reserve, click the Checkout button. • You will be prompted to either log on or create a new user profile. • Follow the prompts to fill complete your reservation. • A deposit of 50% of the reservation fee is due at the time of booking. • Upon completion, you will receive a reservation confirmation email. If you do not receive your confirmation, please contact Customer Care at reservation@gsnypenn.org.
Girl Scout Levels
Registration Confirmation
Upon completing registration through Doubleknot, you will receive an emailed receipt. This receipt serves as a confirmation email and may have additional information (directions, packing lists, links to webinars, etc.) within it. Please be sure to read through your receipt carefully. If you do not receive confirmation, please contact Customer Care at program@gsnypenn.org.
DAISY
Grades K-1
BROWNIE Grades 2-3
gsnypenn.org/doubleknot ▲ We highly recommend using the same email address and password you use to login to your My GS Member Community when creating your Doubleknot login for the first time.
JUNIOR
Grades 4-5
AMBASSADOR Grades 11-12
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CADETTE Grades 6-8
ADULT
SENIOR
Grades 9-10
JULIETTE
Independently Registered Member
More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!
Council Policies
Cancellations, Refunds, Non-Girl Scouts & Financial Assistance Cancellations
By Troop or Individual: Prior to the registration deadline, email info@gsnypenn.org as soon as possible and include your name, names of all registrants needing to cancel, Troop/Service Unit #, event name and date, and details of cancellation. Please see refund policy below. Cancellations made after the registration deadline will not receive a refund unless someone on the waitlist for the program can fill the spot. If there is no waitlist or the spot doesn’t fill, no refund/credit will be given. By GSNYPENN: We do our best to not cancel events, however sometimes we may need to do so. If extreme weather occurs, a facilitator is ill, or an event does not fill to minimum participation, we may cancel. We will contact you ASAP in the case of a cancellation. Every effort will be made to reschedule the event, but if you are unable to attend an alternate date, a refund will be issued in full. Please note: all programs have a minimum participant requirement to run and may be cancelled or rescheduled if that number is not met. All registrants will be given the option to reschedule (if option is available) or receive a refund at the time of cancelation.
Refund Policy
Full refunds are given if GSNYPENN cancels a council-run program or event. Troops, groups or individuals will be notified as soon as possible. Payments for all council programs and events are nonrefundable, unless council cancels the event, or the registering person/group cancels PRIOR to registration deadline. Deposits are non-refundable. Any refund/credit request will be settled on a case-by-case basis and is subject to a 25% processing fee, deducted from the original payment total. No refunds/credit will be given for “no-shows” for any reason.
Weather
As always, we want you and your girls to be safe when travelling to and from our programs. Programs will run rain or shine (or snow) unless council determines that inclement weather would adversely affect a program. In those cases, participants will be notified of a cancellation or rescheduling. If council cancels the event for weather, participants will receive a complete refund using the same method by which payment was made. If you choose to not attend a program for weatherrelated or safety concerns, refunds/credits will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Tag-a-longs & Siblings
Unless otherwise indicated in the description and registration information, due to space and safety reasons please do not bring siblings or non-Girl Scouts. Bring only those you registered for an event. Do not assume “there will be room for one more person.” All program participants, girl or adult, must
be registered Girl Scouts unless otherwise indicated. Please refer to council policies (available on our website) for more information.
Financial Assistance
Financial assistance may be available for girls attending council-sponsored programs and events. Access the request for Financial Assistance at gsnypenn.org via the Forms page.
Event and Program Etiquette GSNYPENN offers council-sponsored programs and events for troops and girls. These events bring together girls from across our 26-county footprint to enjoy an opportunity that they might not be able to create on their own. Please note that each event has a registration deadline and that some events fill before this date. You may register online using the Programs & Events tab at gsnypenn.org. (Please refer to this guide’s “How to Register” page for complete registration process.) • Have the girls plan. Show them this guide or visit Programs & Events on our homepage. • Juliettes (individually registered girls) can attend events with an adult or occasionally on their own. • Questions about registering should be directed to Customer Care at 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org. • Please register on time and be aware of deadlines. Nothing is sadder than cancelling due to low participant numbers and then having people ask if they can still register. Please understand that sometimes events fill before deadline. Early registration is always recommended. • Adults staying overnight at events must be currently registered Girl Scout members and have an eligible background check on file. • If you have special needs or specific questions about programming, contact program@gsnypenn.org. Please be aware that programming often isn’t fine-tuned until the registration deadline, when we know how many girls to expect. • Bring only those who registered for an event to an event. Some sites are very limited in space. Please don’t assume we can just “add one more.” • Be prepared. Be sure to have directions to the site and plan on arriving in time to walk to check-in. Double check that you have what you need for the day (attire, lunch, etc.) • Adults: It’s great to meet and network! If you’d like to have conversations, ask the facilitator if it’s OK if you step out of the room, go for a walk, etc. Conversations are distracting at an event, so in most cases the answer will be, “Yes, please!” • Whether it is a GSNYPENN staff member, volunteer, or community partner, whomever is facilitating the program loves sharing their skills and experiences with the girls and puts a lot of effort into what they do. Please remind girls that a “thank you” goes a long way and is always appreciated.
Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org
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HIGHEST AWARDS// Awards Overview Grade Levels
Overview
Girl must be in 4th or 5th grade and a registered Girl Scout Junior
• Complete a Junior Journey • Take action on a community issue the troop or group cares about
SILVER AWARD
Girl must be in 6th, 7th or 8th grade and a registered Girl Scout Cadette
• Complete a Cadette Journey • Take Silver Award Training • Work solo or in a small group of 4 or less • Take action on a community issue that the girls choose
GOLD AWARD
• Complete two Journeys at your level or earn the Silver Award and complete one Girl must be Journey at your in 9th, 10th, level 11th or 12th • Complete Gold grade and a Award Training registered • Once approved, Girl Scout an individual Senior or girl leads her Ambassador team to achieve the goals of her project to take action on a community issue she chooses
BRONZE AWARD
Project Hours Per Girl *
Project Approval
20
Troop/group volunteer (council does not need to approve project)
50
80
Submission to Council
Bronze Final Report
Deadline for Final Reports
September 1 of 6th grade
• Silver Award Quiz • Silver Council’s Proposal and Awards Program Final Report September 1 Manager reviews (submit of 9th grade submitted group proposals by proposal June 30 end of 8th grade)
• Girls present their proposal • Gold Award to the Gold Quiz Award • Gold Proposal Committee for and Final Report (see approval website for • Girls submit a final report for submission review by the deadlines for Gold Award proposals with presentation Committee schedule, girls • Girls are notified if must submit the award is proposal by earned or if March 1 of further work 12th grade) is needed
September 1 following graduation from high school
Resources
• Junior Journey • Bronze Award Girl Guidelines • Bronze Adult Guide • Cadette Journey • Silver Award Girl Guidelines • Silver Adult Guide • GSNYPENN requirements • Council training (website video or webinar)
• Senior and/or Ambassador Journeys • Gold Award Girl Guidelines • Gold Adult Guide • GSNYPENN requirements • Council training (website video or webinar)
*(Includes brainstorming, research, implementation, reflection)
You must follow all money-earning policies for any award and get council’s approval if required. We’re striving to provide more information to help leaders, parents and girls navigate the awards requirements and processes. Please check our website often for further information and updates.
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More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!
2019 GSNYPENN Gold Award Girl Scout Scholarship Recipients Thanks to generous donors, our council presented three Girl Scouts with a total of $12,000 in scholarship money at our recent Gold Award Girl Scout celebration and dinner. Scholarships were presented in memory of three special Girl Scout sisters we lost in 2019 who helped build girls of courage, confidence and character and each made the world a better place. The Marie Hepworth Scholarship ($5,000) was presented to Veronica Ricketson of Nichols, NY, for her Take Action project—Nichols Hometown Heroes. Marie dedicated her life to supporting girl development through her 20plus years serving as executive director of our legacy council, Indian Hills, and various volunteer activities in her community. The Kelly Perkins Scholarship ($4,000) was presented to Emily Dowd of Syracuse, NY, for her Take Action project— We Rise Above The Streets Remodel. Kelly, a lifelong Girl Scout and camp staff member, impacted the lives of campers and younger Girl Scouts in her community. The Kerrie Black Scholarship ($3,000) was presented to Amethyst Gardner of Oneonta, NY, for her Take Action project—United Methodist Clergy Marker Program. Kerrie, a lifelong Girl Scout, was a council Regional Support Manager who served her volunteers with excellence and was always willing to lend a hand to her colleagues.
Marie Hepworth Scholarship: Veronica Ricketson
Kelly Perkins Scholarship: Emily Dowd
Striving for Silver, Going for Gold Awards Webinar LEVEL: C, S, A, Adults | COST: Free | REGION: All | BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Virtual Wondering exactly what it takes to earn our highest awards? Join us for an interactive webinar to learn about the two highest awards a Girl Scout can earn, Silver and Gold. We'll cover the requirements and the process from start to finish: how to choose a project, write a proposal, document your project and much more! We'll give you the tools you need to succeed! This FREE webinar is for girls, leaders and parents. After you register, you'll receive an email which includes the link to the webinar.
Kerrie Black Scholarship: Amethyst Gardner
DATE
TIME
REGISTER BY
3/11/20
6:00 p.m.7:15 p.m. 6:00 p.m.7:15 p.m. 6:00 p.m.7:15 p.m. 6:00 p.m.7:15 p.m.
3/10/20
4/9/20 5/12/20 6/10/20
4/8/20 5/11/20 6/9/20
Special request virtual trainings are available with a six-girl minimum. To request a training, contact us at program@gsnypenn.org. Please note: award training is mandatory for any girl submitting a Gold or Silver Award proposal. You may attend a webinar or watch online training videos posted on our website at gsnypenn.org/highestawards.
Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org
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PROGRAMSON-DE MAND Don’t see opportunities that work for your group? No worries! You can now choose from an exciting and interactive list of council-run girl programs tailored to suit your needs. We bring the staff, supplies and fun. All you do is tell us when, where and what program you want! The following programs are available to reserve. Select the program(s) you like, complete the JotForm on our website under the Programs & Events tab and one of our Girl Experience Managers will contact you to finalize your request. It’s that easy! COST: Variable, but most programs cost between $12-18 per girl*. This cost is for all program supplies including badges/patches and an enthusiastic council facilitator! *Minimum number of girls needed; non-refundable deposit due when program is booked The fine print… • Minimum number of girls required; determined by Girl Experience Manager and discussed prior to scheduling your program • Adults within ratio are required for every program (not including facilitator) • You must be able to secure a location suitable for the type of program you’re requesting, in your area, and provide us with three date/time options, including a weeknight • Having trouble meeting the minimum? Open the opportunity to other troops in your area or within your Service Unit—a great opportunity to meet and make new friends! • 30 days’ notice (minimum) needed to consider your request—the more notice, the better! • All programs based on staff availability and filled on a first come, first served basis
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LEADERS & PARENTS: Want to facilitate a badge program with girls, but not sure where to start? This informational night is for you! Learn the best ways to implement programs, program techniques and how to keep girls engaged. We’ll run through a few examples and steps in completing badge work and share best practices. Perfect for any volunteer wanting to enhance their programmatic skills or the volunteer who no longer has a troop but would like to stay engaged and teach programs.
Become a Program Facilitator DATE: 4/9/20 TIME: 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/1/20 LEVEL: Adults (only, please!) COST: Free REGION: II LOCATION: Cicero Service Center
More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!
Questions? Send an email to program@gsnypenn.org.
READY TO REQUEST A PROGRAM? Visit the Programs and Events tab on our website, complete the Jotform and a Girl Experience Manager will contact you to discuss your options! LEVEL
PROGRAM
DESCRIPTION
Learn about three ways to protect the environment when going outdoors. Roller Coaster Design After earning this badge, girls will know how roller Challenge coasters work and understand motion and speed. Think science is just done in a laboratory? Think Home Scientist again! Science is everywhere and we'll find out where science has been hiding in your own home! Learn about what defines a community, figure out Celebrating how many you're a part of and share what makes Community each of them great! While investigating a “crime scene,” girls will use various forensic techniques to solve the mystery! Teddy CSI Working together, will they be able to find out "Who borrowed Mr. Bear?" Share sisterhood and learn how to use the Girl Girl Scout Way Scout ways and traditions to make the world a better place! Learn how to find art in nature and create your Outdoor Art Explorer own outdoor artwork! Here's your chance to perform! Find your inner voice and speak up! During this program, you Public Speaker will get a feel for performing solo, focus on body language, and finding your voice. Here’s your chance to dream big! Earning this Financing My Dream badge will help you explore how your dream job and dream life really match up! Build friendships and community networks by Game Visionary leading a series of inventive & challenging games! Eco Learner
DAISY
BROWNIE
JUNIOR
CADETTE
SENIOR
April-November
2 hours
Year-round
2 hours
Year-round
2 hours
Year-round
2 hours
Year-round
2 hours
Year-round
2 hours
Year-round
2 hours
Year-round
2 hours
Year-round
2-3 hours
Year-round
Explore the benefits and challenges of going local and make a recipe with local ingredients!
2-3 hours
College Knowledge
Understand the steps involved in the college process and build healthy habits to maintain balance!
2-3 hours
On My Own She Can Be… Anything!
JUNIOR CADETTE Hunger Banquet SENIOR AMBASSADOR
Adulting! Learn how to plan, prepare, be independent and live your dreams! Have fun exploring various careers through interactive activities and special speakers! From doctor to meteorologist to firefighter and beyond, girls grow up to have all kinds of awesome jobs! Girls and adults will experience first-hand what it’s like to dine based upon affluence and learn about the unequal distribution of food among the world's population. A very enlightening experience!
AVAILABILITY
2 hours
Locavore
AMBASSADOR
DAISY BROWNIE JUNIOR
LENGTH
Year-round, must secure a space with a kitchen Year-round, prefer a secured space with access to computers
2-3 hours
Year-round
2 hours
Year-round
2 hours
Year-round
Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org
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LIFE SK ILLS//////// Dinner Party Badge Overnight DATE: 2/29/20-3/1/20 TIME: 6:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 2/14/20 LEVEL: A COST: $40 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Cicero Service Center Cooking, budgeting and teamwork are important life skills that all young adults need. Ambassadors are invited to learn about proper meal preparation, grocery list making and how to successfully host an event as a team. Girls will challenge themselves as they create their own three-course meal menu and help execute an exciting murder mystery dinner! On Saturday night, girls will work as team to plan their dinner party. On Sunday morning, they will travel out to get supplies. On Sunday afternoon, girls will prep and serve the menu items they decided on for an early dinner.
Participants will earn their Dinner Party badge. This is a drop-off event; adults do not need to attend. Badge included.
completion. Students are asked to bring a self-addressed stamped envelope to class along with a lunch.
Babysitting Certification (Cicero, NY)
Babysitting Certification (Seneca Falls, NY)
DATE: 3/7/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 2/28/20 LEVEL: C, S, A COST: $36 Girl REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Cicero Service Center
DATE: 3/8/20 TIME: 1:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 2/28/20 LEVEL: C, S, A COST: $36 Girl REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Seneca Falls Service Center
Taught through classroom discussion, instructor-led lecture and supplemented by an interactive video presentation. This five-hour class for girls ages 11+ teaches participants the roles and responsibilities of a babysitter including skills in accident prevention, first aid and abdominal thrusts for choking victims. Each student will receive a workbook and a certification card upon
Taught through classroom discussion, instructor-led lecture and supplemented by an interactive video presentation. This five-hour class for girls ages 11+ teaches participants the roles and responsibilities of a babysitter including skills in accident prevention, first aid and abdominal thrusts for choking victims. Each student will receive a workbook and a certification card upon completion. Students are asked to bring a self-addressed stamped envelope to class.
Girl Scout Birthday Celebration! (Seneca Falls, NY) DATE: 3/12/20 TIME: 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/5/20 LEVEL: All COST: $12 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Seneca Falls Service Center Come celebrate Girl Scouts’ birthday! Learn how Girl Scouts started and how our Movement has grown and shifted through the years. Event includes activities from the Heritage Patch program, a Girl Scouts-related snack and fun patch. Also look for special sales at our stores!
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More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!
Girl Scout Birthday Celebration! (Cicero, NY) DATE: 3/12/20 TIME: 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/5/20 LEVEL: All COST: $12 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Cicero Service Center Come celebrate Girl Scouts’ birthday! Learn how Girl Scouts started and how our Movement has grown and shifted through the years. Event includes activities from the Heritage Patch program, a Girl Scouts-related snack and fun patch. Also look for special sales at our stores!
Join us for the
GSNYPENN Annual Meeting Saturday, May 9, 2020
Watson Homestead, 9620 Dry Run Rd., Painted Post, NY 14870 Cost: Adults $25, Girls (17 & younger) $15 Meet and greet staff, Board Members and Service Unit delegates over breakfast. Be part of morning interactive breakout sessions. Stay for the afternoon business meeting to hear council news and vote Board Members into a new term and on the slate of National Delegates who will represent us at the National Council Session in Orlando in October 2020. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight accommodations available for an additional fee upon registration in Doubleknot. Registration opens April 1.
Girl Scouts Take Albany Just Yell Fire (Canandaigua, NY) DATE: 3/13/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/6/20 LEVEL: C, S, A COST: $25 Girl REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Wood Library, 124 N. Mail St., Canandaigua, NY 14424 Did you know that 1 in 5 girls will be sexually assaulted by the time they go to college? This course for girls ages 11-18 (Cadette and above) is age-appropriately designed to address safe dating and self defense against sexual assault. Using a video presentation and discussion, girls will become more aware of their own personal safety. They will have an opportunity to learn and practice 10 appropriate getaway techniques designed to help younger girls escape an attacker 2-3 times their size. Girls should dress comfortably and wear sneakers. Fun patch provided. The program will be girls-only from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., at which time adults are asked to come for a demonstration of what was learned as well as a question/answer session until 1:00 p.m. *Please note: all presenters from EPIC Trainings are mandated reporters and can be available for questions/comments.*
DATE: 3/13/20 TIME: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/6/20 LEVEL: J, C, S, A COST: $30 Girl REGION: All BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: NYS Museum, 222 Madison Ave., Albany, NY 12230 Take a trip with Girl Scouts to visit the NYS Capitol! Visit the oldest and largest museum in the country to learn about New York State through art, science and history. Take a tour of the capitol building to see the amazing architecture that was ahead of its time and spaces where actual legislation happens. Complete a scavenger hunt to help you learn all the rich history! Program includes transportation to Albany, snack, drink and fun patch. Girls should bring a lunch and dress for walking and the weather. Transportation: 10-passenger van will depart from the Cicero, New Hartford, Horseheads and Watertown Service Centers. Depart and pick up times may vary depending on location. Please be sure to leave a cell phone number with the staff person to reach you in case of time changes.
Explore More...Careers! DATE: 3/14/20-3/15/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. REGISTER BY: 3/8/20 LEVEL: S, A
COST: $55 Girl/Free Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center Enjoy a weekend at Trefoil with fellow Seniors and Ambassadors as you explore various career opportunities. Special female guests will join us to share their career paths and experiences. We will also learn more about college majors in the outdoor field. This is a drop-off program. There are spots available for two adults, who will assist with supervision throughout the program. College Knowledge badge included.
Binghamton Devils Girl Scout Night DATE: 3/21/20 TIME: 7:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/13/20 LEVEL: All COST: Free Girl/$18 Adult REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Floyd L. Maines Veterans Memorial Arena, 1 Stuart St., Binghamton, NY 13901 Join the Binghamton Devils as they face the Laval Rockets! Girl Scouts will receive a Binghamton Devils fun patch. Tickets are free for Girl Scouts and $18 for additional attendees. The troop with the most additional tickets purchased will have the opportunity to host a cookie booth at the conclusion of the game. There must be an equal number of Girl
Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org
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Scout & additional tickets purchased. (Ex: 10 Girl Scout tickets, 10 additional purchased.) For registration or questions contact, Tyler Fellows at 607.722.8469 or tfellows@binghamtondevils.com.
Explore Car Care DATE: 3/28/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/13/20 LEVEL: S, Adults COST: $15 Girl/Free Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Blevins Bros Inc., 7444 State Highway 68, Ogdensburg, NY 13669 Driving a car means more that just getting behind the wheel! Come and find out all about basic car maintenance, vehicle safety, safe driving tips and how to make your journey safe. Make sure you wear old clothes. Cost includes the Car Care patch and a basic emergency kit.
Babysitting Certification (Utica, NY) DATE: 4/13/20 TIME: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/2/20 LEVEL: C COST: $36 Girl REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Utica Public Library, 303 Genesee St., Utica, NY 13501 Taught through classroom discussion, instructor-led lecture and supplemented by an interactive video presentation. This five-hour class for girls ages 11+ teaches participants the roles and responsibilities of a babysitter including skills in accident prevention, first aid and abdominal thrusts for choking victims. Each student will receive a workbook and a certification card upon completion. Students are asked to bring a self-addressed stamped envelope to class along with a lunch.
Just Yell Fire (Seneca Falls, NY) DATE: 4/18/20 TIME: 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/10/20 LEVEL: C, S, A COST: $25 Girl 12
REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Seneca Falls Service Center Did you know that 1 in 5 girls will be sexually assaulted by the time they go to college? This course for girls ages 11-18 (Cadette and above) is age-appropriately designed to address safe dating and self defense against sexual assault. Using a video presentation and discussion, girls will become more aware of their own personal safety. They will have an opportunity to learn and practice 10 appropriate getaway techniques designed to help younger girls escape an attacker 2-3 times their size. Girls should dress comfortably and wear sneakers. Fun patch provided. The program will be girls-only from 12:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m., at which time adults are asked to come for a demonstration of what was learned as well as a question/answer session from 2:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. *Please note: all presenters from EPIC Trainings are mandated reporters and can be available for questions/comments.*
Social Networking Safety (Seneca Falls, NY) DATE: 4/18/20 TIME: 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/10/20 LEVEL: J, C COST: $20 Girl REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Seneca Falls Service Center Although social networking sites can be a great resource for entertainment and staying in touch, they can also create confusing gray areas of risk. Girls will participate in open discussions, group activities and watch real life video documentaries to learn about identify theft, cyber/text/gaming bullying, find out about getting help when being bullied, the consequences offline (school/ other), new cyber bullying laws and the related teen suicide epidemic. Fun patch included. For girls ages 8-13. *Due to the sensitive nature of topics discussed and wanting the girls to feel free to have real discussions, parents/adults are not permitted to join this program. Please note that all EPIC Trainings staff are mandated reporters and can be available for questions.*
Just Yell Fire (Cicero, NY) DATE: 4/19/20 TIME: 2:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/10/20 LEVEL: C, S, A COST: $25 Girl REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Cicero Service Center Did you know that 1 in 5 girls will be sexually assaulted by the time they go to college? This course for girls ages 11-18 (Cadette and above) is age-appropriately designed to address safe dating and self defense against sexual assault. Using a video presentation and discussion, girls will become more aware of their own personal safety. They will have an opportunity to learn and practice 10 appropriate getaway techniques designed to help younger girls escape an attacker 2-3 times their size. Girls should dress comfortably and wear sneakers. Fun patch provided. The program will be girls-only from 2:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m., at which time adults are asked to come for a demonstration of what was learned as well as a question/answer session from 4:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. *Please note: all presenters from EPIC Trainings are mandated reporters and can be available for questions/comments.*
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Oxfam Hunger Banquet DATE: 4/23/20 TIME: 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/16/20 LEVEL: J, C, S, A, Adults COST: $12 Girl/$10 Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Canandaigua First United Methodist Church, 100 N. Main St., Canandaigua, NY 14424 The Oxfam Hunger Banquet gives girls an opportunity to understand food inequality locally and globally. You will be randomly placed in high, middle or low income groups and will be served your food accordingly. The event will highlight issues of injustice and ways that people are kept trapped in poverty. Oxfam patch included.
Grand Prix (D/B) Social Networking Safety (Cicero, NY) DATE: 4/19/20 TIME: 12:30 p.m.-2:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/10/20 LEVEL: J, C COST: $20 Girl REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Cicero Service Center Although social networking sites can be a great resource for entertainment and staying in touch, they can also create confusing gray areas of risk. Girls will participate in open discussions, group activities and watch real life video documentaries to learn about identify theft, cyber/text/gaming bullying, find out about getting help when being bullied, the consequences offline (school/ other), new cyber bullying laws and the related teen suicide epidemic. Fun patch included. For girls ages 8-13. *Due to the sensitive nature of topics discussed and wanting the girls to feel free to have real discussions, parents/adults are not permitted to join this program. Please note that all EPIC Trainings staff are mandated reporters and can be available for questions.*
DATE: 4/26/20 TIME: 1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/6/20 LEVEL: D, B COST: $15 Girl/Free Adult REGION: IV BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Corning Painted Post Middle School, 35 Victory Hwy, Painted Post, NY 14870 The Girl Scout Grand Prix is about creativity, problem solving and fun. Girls get the opportunity to build a racer, turn it into their own piece of art and test its speed! Kits can be purchased separately at any Service Center or participating craft/hobby stores. Fun patch and snack provided. Awards will be given for 1st-5th place in both Daisy and Brownie levels. Girls will learn about sportsmanship, design, problem solving and how to improve their chances for next year!
Grand Prix (J/C/S/A) DATE: 4/26/20 TIME: 3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/6/20 LEVEL: J,C, S, A COST: $15 Girl/Free Adult REGION: IV BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Corning Painted Post Middle School, 35 Victory Hwy, Painted Post, NY 14870
The Girl Scout Grand Prix is about creativity, problem solving and fun. Girls get the opportunity to build a racer, turn it into their own piece of art and test its speed! Kits can be purchased separately at any Service Center or participating craft/hobby stores. Fun patch and snack provided. Awards will be given for 1st5th place in Junior, Cadette, Senior and Ambassador levels. Girls will learn about sportsmanship, design, problem solving and how to improve their chances for next year!
Become a Digital Photographer DATE: 4/26/20 TIME: 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/10/20 LEVEL: J, Adults COST: $15 Girl/Free Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Watertown Service Center Want to learn how to take the best pictures possible? We’ll have a professional photographer helping us learn the ins and outs of capturing a winning photo. We’ll also work with clients from the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired to create a one of a kind photography show! You’ll need a smartphone and your sense of creativity. Digital Photographer badge provided.
Youth Homeless Experience DATE: 5/1/20-5/2/20 TIME: 5:00 p.m.-9:00 a.m. REGISTER BY: 4/17/20 LEVEL: All COST: $8 Girl/$8 Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 970 Coffeen St., Watertown, NY 13601 During this overnight, you will experience and learn about hunger and homelessness. Build your own shelter using tarps, cardboard and duct tape. Participants will learn about hunger and homelessness in our area, listen to guest speakers and participate in other activities. Registration starts at 5:00 p.m. and ends promptly at 7:45 p.m. Activities and speakers begin at 8:00 p.m. and run until 10 p.m., with a movie
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We all know Early Bird Renewal opens April 1 each year—but, are you aware of the MANY benefits to renewing early?
It’s an
EARLY BIRD BONANZA!
Troop leaders can plan troop experiences with their girls earlier. If you have troop openings, you can invite new girls to join sooner—instead of waiting until fall. Plus, parents are assured their girls will continue in the same troop with their friends! What’s so special about this year? Early Bird Renewal will run April 1 through June 30—so, girls can get the Early Bird patch and SAGE Scholars Rewards* through June 30! (*see pg. 28) Plus, during the month of May, it’s going to get EXCITING! Each week, something new “may” pop up: • Early Bird access to booth sale dates for the 2021 cookie program • Early Bird access to 2020-2021 council programming • Early Bird pricing on Signature Events • Exclusive Early Bird Troop Core Camping opportunity Keep an eye on our website and social media for further details! starting at 10 p.m. Please do not bring any technology. (Leaders and adults may have a cell phone, please keep it stowed away.) No tents allowed, we are building our own shelters to sleep in! Dinner and breakfast included.
Babysitting Certification (Ithaca, NY) DATE: 5/9/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/1/20 LEVEL: S, A COST: $36 Girl REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Comstock Adventure Center Taught through classroom discussion, instructor-led lecture and supplemented by an interactive video presentation. This five-hour class for girls ages 11+ teaches participants the roles and responsibilities of a babysitter including skills in accident prevention, first aid and abdominal thrusts for choking 14
victims. Each student will receive a workbook and a certification card upon completion. Students are asked to bring a self-addressed stamped envelope to class along with a lunch.
Find Your True North DATE: 5/20/20 TIME: 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/13/20 LEVEL: C, S, A COST: $22 Girl/Free Adult REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Oneida Recreation Center, 217 Cedar St., Oneida, NY 13421
north helps us to belong to ourselves first, which allows us to find true belonging with others. In this interactive workshop, we sill set our compasses to true north and explore what that uniquely looks like to each of us. Through discussion and activities, we will learn about the power in being ourselves, believing in ourselves and braving the world as ourselves. Each girl will also decorate a “True North Box,” with images and words that remind her of her unique imprint on the world and will serve as a place to store mementos along the way (including one to get started!). Each girl will earn an Explorer Compass patch. This workshop will be conducted by Jaime “JJ” Weisberg, a positive psychology practitioner, resilience trainer and founder of Northbound Coaching and Consulting, LLC.
The Wonders of Wolves! DATE: 5/31/20 TIME: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/15/20 LEVEL: D, B COST: $12 Girl/$8 Adult REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Wolf Mountain Nature Center, 562 Hopkins Crandall Rd., Smyrna, NY 13464 Explore the amazing wolf exhibits at the center! Discover facts about wild animals, and investigate and explore endangered animal habitats. Learn all about wolves while taking the guided tour of the facility and asking questions about the animals and their habitats. Program includes a fun patch. This can also fulfill parts of the Daisy Three Cheers for Animals Journey.
Your true north is your internal compass that helps direct and guide you through life. It represents who you are inside: your values, your strengths, your interests and your dreams. The more we understand our true north, the more we can make choices that support who we are and what makes us happy. And, orientating to our true
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OUT DOORS////////// Tubing at Dry Hill
Snow Adventure
DATE: 2/18/20 TIME: 5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 2/12/20 LEVEL: All COST: $12 Girl/$12 Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Dry Hill Ski Area, 18160 Alpine Ridge Rd., Watertown, NY 13601
DATE: 2/22/20 TIME: 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 2/16/20 LEVEL: All COST: $12 Girl/$4 Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center
It’s February school break, spend some time tubing! Put on your winter gear and head to Dry Hill. Cost includes tubing, fee will be collected on-site. Reduced fee is for registered Girl Scouts only. Additional non-registered family members pay the regular rate. This program can be used as one of the activities for the Daisy Snow or Climbing Adventure badges.
Frost & Fire DATE: 2/22/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 2/13/20 LEVEL: D, B, J, Adults COST: $20 Girl/$10 Adult REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Amahami Adventure Center Frost is in the air, and fire is fueling our day. Keep warm by snowshoeing the trails to find signs of animals and play tracking games in the snow. While on our adventures, we’ll have hot chocolate on the trail! Then we’ll head inside to have lunch. Venture back outside to finish the day by a warm campfire toasting the perfect marshmallow for your s’more. Our craft for the day will be making an ice candle. *Please pack a lunch, water bottle and be sure to dress for the weather. We’ll be going outside throughout the day. Not ready to go home? Spend the night at camp for an additional $10 per person. Dinner and breakfast will be included. Enjoy more outdoor fun before departing at 11 a.m. on Sunday.
Enjoy the winter season with an afternoon at Trefoil! Snowshoe and cross country ski our trails, go sledding, make a craft and create a big snow girl in the field. Adults within ratio required. Snack provided. Program meets some requirements for the Daisy and Brownie Snow Adventure badges.
Maple Weekend DATE: 3/21/20-3/22/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/13/20 LEVEL: All COST: Free Girl/Free Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center DATE: 3/28/20-3/29/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/20/20 LEVEL: All COST: Free Girl/Free Adult
REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center
Come check out Trefoil’s new sugar shack during New York State’s Maple Weekend. Learn about the maple syrup making process and get a taste of our syrup as you see our sugar shack in action.
Starry Nights DATE: 4/24/20 TIME: 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/10/20 LEVEL: C, S COST: $15 Girl/$5 Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Comstock Adventure Center Complete some badge work with the help of the night sky! Start the evening with a buffet dinner. Create a glow-inthe-dark craft before heading off into camp for night hiking. Explore the night sky, listen for night sounds in the camp woods and identify and learn about different constellations present in our night sky this time of year. Cadettes will complete steps 2&4 of the Night Owl badge. Seniors will complete steps 1&5 of the Sky badge. Rain date: May 1
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Comstock Work Day & Weekend DATE: 5/1/20-5/3/20 TIME: 7:00 p.m.-10:00 a.m. REGISTER BY: 4/17/20 LEVEL: J, C, S, A, Adults COST: Free Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Comstock Adventure Center Love camping at Comstock? Want to give back? Help improve and beautify Comstock for the 2020 camp season! Assist with many projects that will directly help with the upkeep and beauty of camp, but be aware: come ready to WORK and get your hands DIRTY. This is not a relaxing weekend of camping activities. Adults are strongly encouraged to attend to help with bigger projects. We will be reserving one whole unit for adults to use overnight. Non-registered adults (like troop or camper parents) are also welcome to attend! In addition to the work, we will have an all-camp campfire Friday night and all-camp activity Saturday night. The weekend is TOTALLY FREE in exchange for your hard work. Participants must provide their own food or pay $12 for camp to provide meals. Only coming for the day? Hours are Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Archery & Tomahawk Throwing DATE: 5/2/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/24/20 LEVEL: C, S, A, Adults COST: $20 Girl/Free Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center Try your hand at archery and tomahawk throwing at Trefoil. Girls will learn from an expert, get to know the equipment and safety, and have plenty of time to perfect their skills. At the conclusion of the program, Cadettes will receive the Cadette Archery badge, Seniors and Ambassadors will receive a fun patch. Bring a lunch and water bottle.
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LEVEL: All COST: Free Girl/Free Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center
LEVEL: C, S, A COST: $20 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Hoover Adventure Center
We’d love your help getting Trefoil ready for the summer camp season! Projects may include clearing trails, picking up brush, raking, planting and painting. Wear work clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, sturdy hiking shoes/boots and work gloves if you have them. Please bring a lunch, water bottle and dress for the weather. Adults within ratio required. Want to extend the weekend? Stay with us Friday night for a campfire and s’mores and then breakfast Saturday for an additional $10 fee.
Bullseye! Try your hand at archery, BB guns and tomahawks. Girls will learn the basics of range safety and safe shooting, and then move onto different techniques.
Outdoor Adventure Basics DATE: 5/9/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/24/20 LEVEL: D, B, J COST: $18 Girl/$2 Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Comstock Adventure Center Hone your outdoor skills! Practice shelter-building, basic knot-tying, pocket knife safety, and of course, take a break to play some GaGa ball! Participants will also work together to build a fire and cook a Dutch oven meal for lunch.
Shooting Sports Sampler DATE: 5/9/20 TIME: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/24/20 LEVEL: B, J COST: $20 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Hoover Adventure Center Bullseye! Try your hand at archery, BB guns and slingshots. Girls will learn the basics of range safety and safe shooting, and then move onto different techniques.
Trefoil Work Day
Shooting Sports Sampler
DATE: 5/9/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/1/20
DATE: 5/9/20 TIME: 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/24/20
Amahami Spring Work Day DATE: 5/9/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/30/20 LEVEL: All COST: Free Girl/Free Adult REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Amahami Adventure Center Love camp? Need volunteer hours for school? Head to Amahami for the day to help get camp ready for the summer season. Wear work clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, sturdy hiking shoes/ boots and work gloves if you have them. We may be putting up platform tents, painting, planting flowers, stacking fire wood...it will be an adventure! Limited spaces available to stay the night before at no additional cost. Please bring a lunch, water bottle, snacks and dress for the weather. Thanks for helping out, we appreciate it! (First Aider provided, adults within ratio required.)
Explore the Outdoors (Baldwinsville, NY) DATE: 5/9/20 TIME: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/1/20 LEVEL: D,B,Adults COST: $15 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Lysander Town Park, 8439 Smokey Hollow Rd., Baldwinsville, NY 13027 Daisies and Brownies will spend the afternoon enjoying the outdoors while earning their Outdoor Art Explorer badges and Eco badges. Girls should dress for the weather, bring a lunch and water bottle. Snack provided. Badges include Daisy Outdoor Art Explorer,
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Daisy Eco Learner, Brownie Outdoor Art Explorer and Brownie Eco Friend.
Explore the Outdoors (Manlius, NY) DATE: 5/9/20 TIME: 2:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/1/20 LEVEL: D, B, Adults COST: $15 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Pratt’s Falls, 7671 Pratts Falls Rd., Manlius, NY 13104 Daisies and Brownies will spend the afternoon enjoying the outdoors while earning their Outdoor Art Explorer badges and Eco badges. Girls should dress for the weather, bring a lunch and water bottle. Snack provided. Badges include Daisy Outdoor Art Explorer, Daisy Eco Learner, Brownie Outdoor Art Explorer and Brownie Eco Friend.
Pizza & Paddling DATE: 5/15/20 TIME: 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/1/20 LEVEL: S, A COST: $15 Girl/$2 Adult
REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Comstock Adventure Center Enjoy an evening of paddling instruction and dinner. During dinner, girls will learn about the history of different paddling sports, techniques associated with each and what activities are available with advanced paddling knowledge and skills. After dinner, girls will receive personalized paddling instruction and enjoy a short paddling on Cayuga Lake. This program will complete steps 1, 3 & 4 of the Senior Paddling badge and step 1 of the Ambassador Water badge.
Third Annual Big Outdoor Badge Bash! DATE: 5/16/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/27/20 LEVEL: D, B, J, C COST: $25 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Comstock Adventure Center
additional $5 fee. Participants spend the night before and participate in a campfire with s’mores. Meals not included.) Each level will earn the following badges: Daisy - Trail Adventure, Outdoor Art Maker Brownie - Bugs, Eco Friend Junior - Simple Meals, Animal Habits, Geocacher (choose 2) Cadette Trees, Woodworker, Archery (choose 2)
Explore the Outdoors (Victor, NY) DATE: 5/22/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/15/20 LEVEL: D, B COST: $15 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Dryer Road Park, 7405 Dryer Rd., Victor, NY 14564 Daisies and Brownies will enjoy a day learning about the outdoors through various activities. Surprise patches and/or badges will be included! Dress for the weather and pack a lunch and water bottle.
Earn two badges in one fast and fantastic day as you take part in this exciting annual program! (Or, participate in the Overnight Before the Bash for an
Juliette Program
Being a Juliette is a great way to customize your Girl Scout journey! Being in a troop is only one way to participate in Girl Scouts. When a troop is unavailable in your area, your troop no longer meets, or you’ve got too much going on with school, sports and other extracurricular activities— being a Juliette (aka an individually registered girl member) might be the right fit for you! As a Juliette, you design your program and progress at your own pace. Choose from a variety of council and partner programs. Not sure which programs you can attend on your own, or when you need an adult? Contact us and we can help you decide the best fit for your needs! Don’t forget summer camp, travel and outdoor programs! Juliettes can also earn badges, participate in Journeys, and earn our Highest Awards—Bronze, Silver and Gold! Did you know that all of our summer camps are open to Juliettes? Register today for the best summer ever! Looking to travel? Come with us on a special Juliettes-only trip to Battleship New Jersey for one-of-a-kind overnight…on the battleship!
Don’t forget: Juliettes can participate in the Girl Scout Cookie Program! It’s a great way to earn money to pay for camps, trips and more. Plus, you’ll be eligible to earn our special Juliette patch! Our NEW Juliette patch is designed by you, for you! During the 2019-2020 member year, any Juliette who participates in three council-sponsored programs and one product sales program will earn it! Patches will be available around June 1. Each member year, we’ll ask for design submissions from our Juliettes for next year’s patch! For more information or to have questions addressed, email program@gsnypenn.org or give us a call at 1.855.213.8555.
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Introduction to Riflery DATE: 5/30/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/18/20 LEVEL: C, S, A COST: $40 Girl/Free Adult REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Amahami Adventure Center *Important note: per GSUSA SAC guidelines, this activity is ONLY open to girls ages 12+ AT TIME of program. Not all Cadettes may be old enough to participate. NO exceptions .* Spend time at camp learning how to safely enjoy the sport of target shooting. We will cover all safety rules, basics of aiming (sight picture) and how firearms function. Our goal is to teach girls that patience, determination and persistence can translate into many other activities. We have .22 rifles and shooting benches on the range, with a pavilion overhead. Girls will have the opportunity to shoot more than once. The instructor, Outdoor Program Manager & Amahami Camp Director Katie Falank, is a Range Safety Officer, certified 4H Rifle Instructor and has wilderness First Aid training.
Pioneer Day at the Scout House DATE: 5/31/20 TIME: 9:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/16/20 LEVEL: J, C, S, A, Adults COST: $25 Girl/$10 Adult REGION: IV BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Reginald Wood Memorial Scout House, 96 Pulteney St., Hammondsport, NY 14840 Enjoy a day of primitive skills with your sister Girl Scouts. Start the day learning basic fire building, we’ll cook our own lunch! You’ll also learn about tomahawks, basic knife safety and engage in traditional Girl Scout activities. Fun patch included!
Brownie/Junior Archery Teaser! DATE: 5/31/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/15/20 LEVEL: B, J, Adults COST: $15 Girl/Free Adult 18
REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Comstock Adventure Center
LOCATION: Hoover Adventure Center
Brownies and Juniors are invited to try their hand at archery at camp! This is an introductory program for girls who are inexperienced with archery to learn the basics of the sport. Girls will receive a fun patch.
Daisies and their moms (or special adult females) are invited to join us for a weekend of fun, camping and bonding! Girls will complete their Outdoor Journey. Girls are required to bring their own adult ratio.
Cadette Archery Badge
Brownie Junior Trail Adventure
DATE: 5/31/20 TIME: 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/15/20 LEVEL: C, Adults COST: $15 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Comstock Adventure Center
DATE: 6/6/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/24/20 LEVEL: B, J COST: $20 Girl/$5 Adult REGION: IV BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Watkins Glen State Park, 1009 N Franklin St., Watkins Glen, NY 14891
With the help of a trained instructor experiment with various bows, work on shooting technique and take aim at all kinds of targets. By the end of the program, you’ll have earned your badge! Badge included.
Explore the Outdoors (Wellsboro, PA) DATE: 6/4/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/27/20 LEVEL: D, B, J COST: $15 Girl/$5 Adult REGION: IV BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Hills Creek State Park, 111 Spill Way Rd., Wellsboro, PA 16901 Participate in a nature hike, traditional camp games, arts and crafts, and Girl Scout songs. Meet at the pavilion near the playground. All participants need to wear sneakers to enjoy the day and bring a lunch and water bottle. Fun patch included!
Mom & Me Daisy Outdoor Journey in a Weekend DATE: 6/6/20-6/7/20 TIME: 1:00 p.m.-10:00 a.m. REGISTER BY: 5/22/20 LEVEL: D, Adults COST: $40 Girl/$20 Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes
Explore Watkins Glen State Park with your sister Girl Scouts. Meet outside of the gift shop at the bottom of the gorge trail. Along our hike to the top, we’ll stop to investigate nature and examine the beautiful waterfalls. All participants must bring a water bottle and lunch. Please come prepared to hike, with sneakers on your feet and a backpack to carry your lunch. Fun patch included!
Shooting Sports Sampler DATE: 6/6/20 TIME: 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/22/20 LEVEL: C, S, A, Adults COST: $20 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Hoover Adventure Center Bullseye! Try your hand at archery, BB guns and tomahawks. Girls will learn the basics of range safety and safe shooting, and then move onto different techniques. Add an optional overnight: extend your stay at camp for an additional $10 per person. Participants can spend the night, enjoy a campfire cook-out led by camp staff, sleep out in cabins or platform tents and enjoy a continental breakfast Sunday morning. SSC/First Aid training not required.
More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!
Shooting Sports Sampler DATE: 6/6/20 TIME: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/22/20 LEVEL: B, J, Adults COST: $20 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Hoover Adventure Center Bullseye! Try your hand at archery, BB guns and tomahawks. Girls will learn the basics of range safety and safe shooting, and then move onto different techniques. Add an optional overnight: extend your stay at camp for an additional $10 per person. Participants can spend the night, enjoy a campfire cook-out led by camp staff, sleep out in cabins or platform tents and enjoy a continental breakfast Sunday morning. SSC/First Aid training not required.
Cadette Archery Badge DATE: 6/6/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/22/20 LEVEL: C, Adults COST: $20 Girl/Free Adult REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Oneida Family YMCA, 701 Seneca St., Oneida, NY 13421 Earn your Archery badge by completing 5 steps! We’ll learn about archery safety, practice archery, shoot on a range and create an archery challenge. Please bring a lunch. Materials and badges provided.
ZAP! Ziplining, Archery & Paddling DATE: 6/7/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/29/20 LEVEL: J, C, S, A, Adults COST: $30 Girl/$20 Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center Enjoy a day at Trefoil experiencing the more popular camp activities: archery, swimming, boating and zip line! Please bring a lunch, water bottle, bathing suit and sneakers. Girls will earn their Archery badge.
Experience camp at our Adventure Centers! Not sure what to expect at each property? Check out our brand-new property guides by visiting our website and clicking Property Reservations. Each is campspecific and introduces amenities offered, so you’ll know how to plan for your trip before you book. Questions? Email reservations@gsnypenn.org.
Amahami
Tucked in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains in Deposit, NY, Amahami has landscape providing campers access to steep hiking trails, flat open areas and a gorgeous waterfront. The jewel of Amahami is its retired DEC fire tower (the highest point in Broome County), which gives guests a 360-view for miles around! Amahami is GSNYPENN’s largest property, with six combination tent and cabin units, a rustic outpost and five buildings (three available year-round with heat and water), including a large meeting hall capable of holding 275 people. NEW for 2020: solar STEM lab/classroom!
Hoover
Conveniently located in Tully, NY (just off of Interstate 81), Hoover’s open layout makes it a great property for first-time campers. Along the shore of Song Lake, this property has facilities for waterfront activities (swimming, boating, fishing) and a full archery range for girls to test their skills. While there are a few cabin and tent units, Hoover’s spacious grounds also has two Troop Houses with heating and water for any groups looking to hold an overnight stay in winter. NEW for 2020: shooting range with pavilion!
Comstock
Comstock is located in Ithaca, NY, along the shores of Cayuga Lake. With nearly two miles of lakefront, the property offers a wide variety of water activities and a beautiful location to enjoy the sun. Comstock is home to our uniquely arranged cabin units nestled in the hillside, giving you wonderful views and a feeling of being among the trees. Hikers along the trails will also find our waterfall and rare American chestnut trees pleasing. NEW for 2020: Malala Yousafzai Lodge!
Trefoil
Trefoil is located northeast of Watertown, NY, on the outskirts of the gorgeous Adirondack Park. It is one of our woodsier properties, complete with private Snyder Lake. Trefoil is the center for our council’s best adventure activities. In addition to an open archery range, frisbee golf course, and waterfront for boating, swimming or fishing, Trefoil is home to the council’s only adventure ropes course. Four A-frame units with canvas tent entryways, a canvas Yurt and two buildings are available to rent. Each A-frame has its own latrine and hand wash station and is available yearround (note: no heat or water in winter). NEW for 2020: additional winterized troop wing on the lodge with showers/bathrooms!
Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org
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Introduction to Riflery
Overnight on the Island
DATE: 6/13/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 6/1/20 LEVEL: C, S, A COST: $40 Girl/Free Adult REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Amahami Adventure Center
DATE: 6/13/20-6/14/20 TIME: 3:30 p.m.-10:00 a.m. REGISTER BY: 5/29/20 LEVEL: C, S, A, Adults COST: $35 Girl/$35 Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Hoover Adventure Center
*Important note: per GSUSA SAC guidelines, this activity is ONLY open to girls ages 12+ AT TIME of program. Not all Cadettes may be old enough to participate. NO exceptions .* Spend time at camp learning how to safely enjoy the sport of target shooting. We will cover all safety rules, basics of aiming (sight picture) and how firearms function. Our goal is to teach girls that patience, determination and persistence can translate into many other activities. We have .22 rifles and shooting benches on the range, with a pavilion overhead. Girls will have the opportunity to shoot more than once. The instructor, Outdoor Program Manager & Amahami Camp Director Katie Falank, is a Range Safety Officer, certified 4H Rifle Instructor and has wilderness First Aid training.
Ready to put your primitive camping skills to the test? After learning the basics and safety of paddling, we’ll head to Hoover’s private island for a night of primitive camping. We’ll be sleeping in tents, cooking on a camp stove and will NOT have access to formal bathrooms. Dinner Saturday and breakfast Sunday provided.
White Water Rafting Day Trip DATE: 8/22/20 TIME: 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 8/14/20 LEVEL: J, C, S, A, Adults COST: $100 Girl/$100 Adult REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: ARO, 4511 State Route 28, North River, NY 12856 Join us for a day trip to Adirondack River
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Outfitters for white water rafting down the Hudson River! The van will depart from the New Hartford Service Center on Saturday morning and return that evening. Lunch and dinner provided by ARO. Please bring a snack and water bottle for the ride there. Adults optional.
Cranberry Lake Guided Trip DATE: 8/29/20-8/30/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 8/21/20 LEVEL: C, S, A, Adults COST: $60 Girl/$60 Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center Head out on an adventure to Cranberry Lake! Meet at Trefoil and learn how to pack and prepare for an overnight trip before taking a van to Cranberry Lake State Park. Paddle Cranberry Lake and explore the scenery and islands before setting up camp on one of the islands. Girls will develop their tripping, paddling and outdoor cooking skills throughout the course of the trip. If time allots, we will also climb Bear Mountain. Adults are not required, but are welcome to join along. This trip works towards the Outdoor Journey.
More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!
Girl Scout Summer Camp: Adventure Awaits!
Don’t wait to choose your own adventure at Girl Scout camp this summer! Our camps are open to ALL girls ages 6-17. You don’t have to be a Girl Scout to join the fun—so bring a friend! Have a Girl Scout age 16+ looking for a summer job? We’re hiring at our day and resident camps. Check out all the exciting offerings at gsnypenn.org/summercamp. Spaces fill fast, so don’t delay…register TODAY!
Don’t miss Camp Week: April 6-10 Watch our social media this week for camp trivia, meet the staff, giveaways, contests and more! Still not sure? Attend one of our open houses to see what camp is all about! Amahami Adventure Center Sat., May 9 | 1-4 p.m. Wed., July 1 | 1-4 p.m.
Comstock Adventure Center Sun., May 3 | 1-3 p.m. Thurs., June 25 | 5-7 p.m.
High Flying Adventure: Cadette, Senior, Ambassador DATE: 9/12/20 TIME: 3:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 9/4/20 LEVEL: C, S, A, Adults COST: $25 Girl/$15 Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center Come to Trefoil and play up in the trees on our high ropes course. Start the day with teambuilding games and icebreakers. Practice teamwork, trust and courage as we explore different elements of the ropes course. Please bring a lunch, water bottle and dress in comfortable clothes. Sneakers required. (Note: there is no charge for adults attending who are not participating on the ropes course.)
Hoover Adventure Center Sun., June 14 | 1-3 p.m. Wed., July 8 | 4-6 p.m.
Trefoil Adventure Center Sun., June 7 | 4-6 p.m. Sun., July 12 | 4-6 p.m.
High Flying Adventure: Juniors
Rock Climbing Day Trip
DATE: 9/12/20 TIME: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 9/4/20 LEVEL: J, Adults COST: $25 Girl/$15 Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center
DATE: 9/13/20 TIME: 7:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 8/29/20 LEVEL: C, S, A, Adults COST: $110 Girl/$110 Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Eastern Mountain Sports, 2453 Main St., Lake Placid, NY 12946
Come to Trefoil and play up in the trees on our high ropes course. Start the day with teambuilding games and icebreakers. Practice teamwork, trust and courage as we explore different elements of the ropes course. Please bring a lunch, water bottle and dress in comfortable clothes. Sneakers required. (Note: there is no charge for adults attending who are not participating on the ropes course.)
Join us for a day trip to Lake Placid for a guided rock climbing adventure by Eastern Mountain Sports professional guides. Depart in a van from Trefoil on Sunday morning and return to camp in the evening. Optional overnight Saturday night at Trefoil available. This is a drop-off program, with the exception of one adult spot. This adult will assist with supervision, but will also participate in the climbing. Climbing Adventure badge included.
Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org
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SC HOOL BRE AK SCOUT S///////// Maine Road Trip!
Spring Badge Bash!
DATE: 4/4/20-4/9/20 TIME: 9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/16/20 LEVEL: C, S, A COST: $450 Girl/N/A Adult REGION: All BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Maine Primitive Skills School, 716 Church Hill Rd., Augusta, ME 04330
DATE: 4/7/20 TIME: 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/6/20 LEVEL: D, B, J, Adults COST: $25 Girl/Free Adult REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Herkimer County Community College, 100 Reservoir Rd., Herkimer, NY 13350
Pack your bag & hop in the van...we’re exploring Maine, the Vacation State! Our base camp is Maine Primitive Skills School in Augusta. We’ll learn essentials of survival, explore local treasures, hike or snowshoe (snow-dependent) & visit L.L. Bean’s flagship store in Freeport to talk with outfitters about gear & getting outside. This trip MUST fill, so grab a friend & register today! Financial aid available to help cover a portion of total trip cost.
Spend your day off from school at a multi-level badge day where we will learn all about nature and our environment! Daisies will earn their Eco Learner badge while learning about nature, keeping things safe outdoors and how to protect nature. Brownies will earn their Eco Friend badge while learning more about how to treat outdoor spaces with kindness while finding new ways to protect our natural world and the livings things in it. Juniors will earn their Outdoor Art Explorer badge by letting nature be the inspiration as we explore, create and design different kinds of art in the outdoor setting. Bring your lunch and join us for a creative, fun-filled day!
Spring Break Day Camp DATE: 4/6/20-4/9/20 TIME: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/23/20 LEVEL: D, B, J COST: $150 Girl/N/A Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Hoover Adventure Center
PERFECT FOR JULIETTES
Program includes earned badge, all materials, snack and drink!
Water Safari Summer Splash Event DATE: 8/16/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 8/1/20 LEVEL: All COST: $34 Girl/$34 Adult REGION: All BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Enchanted Forest Water Safari, 3183 State Route 28, Old Forge, NY 13420 GSNYPENN Girl Scouts and their friends and family can purchase discounted tickets to this one-day event. Enjoy a splashtastic day of fun at New York’s largest water theme park! Ticket includes admission to the park, all-youcan-eat buffet, reserved pavilion for the day, program of activities, fun patch and mingling with Girl Scouts from other troops! Get your tickets at WaterSafari.com using promo code NYPENN20. Ticket required for ages 3 and up. Ages 2 and under are free.
Not sure quite summer about summer day camp? Or, are you a super excited regular camper who can’t wait to get back outside? Either way, come join us! Girls will earn their Think Like an Engineer Journey and have plenty of time to enjoy classic camp activities such as hiking, crafts, slingshots and of course, GaGa ball! Girls who sign up for Spring Break Day Camp and one week of Summer Day Camp at Hoover will get to experience both camps for a discounted rate of $350 for both! 22
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SIGNAT URE EVE NT S//////// Third Annual Carrying the Torch: Girl Scout Convention on Women’s Rights Join us in Seneca Falls, birthplace of the women’s rights movement, as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the passing of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution— granting American women the right to vote. We have a dynamic and incredible lineup of program sessions, open to all ages. The schedule is girl-led—design your own day by registering for the sessions you wish to attend.
DATE: 7/18/20 TIME: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. LEVEL: All COST: $20 Girl/$20 Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: 12 N. Park St., Seneca Falls, NY
Honor the impact of the women’s suffrage movement in New York State while celebrating how girls of today carry the torch of equal rights through civic engagement. Learn about past achievements made by women as you find your own voice to speak up, take action and advocate for issues you’re passionate about in today’s world! Highlights include: • Sessions led by Alice Paul Institute, which educates the public about the life and work of Alice Paul who led the final fight to get women the vote and wrote the Equal Rights Amendment • Performance about the suffrage movement by Living Voices, an educational theatre company that brings life to history • Global Action Award activities surrounding the 2020 theme of gender equality • Meet Elizabeth Cady Stanton—portrayed by Dr. Melinda Grube, PhD, descendant of a Seneca Falls abolitionist family and adjunct lecturer of history at Cayuga Community College Registration required. Visit gsnypenn.org/torch for more information!
Save the Date: STEM-tacular Saturday!
Have you ever looked up at the stars and thought, "I'd love to go there?" Meet someone who has! This special event brings the first woman space shuttle pilot to Corning for an exclusive Girl Scout event. Eileen Collins will talk to girls about her amazing career in space science, host a Q & A session and meet and greet! Girls will explore careers in STEM and participate in hands-on STEM activities. This is one STEMtacular day you won't want to miss! More details will be released on our website in the spring. DATE: 10/17/20 TIME: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 10/2/20 LEVEL: All COST: TBA REGION: All
BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Corning Community College, 1 Academic Dr., Corning, NY 14830
Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org
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ST E AM///////////// Junior Detective Badge
DATE: 3/1/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 2/14/20 LEVEL: J COST: $20 Girl/$2 Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Cicero Service Center Solving mysteries can be hard! It takes lots of imagination, focus and teamwork. Juniors are invited to learn about the power of observation as they earn the Detective badge. Girls will challenge themselves as they learn what it takes to be a detective. During the day, girls will learn about a wide variety of things including fingerprints and how to create their own secret code! Toward the end of the program, they will have chance to test their new found abilities at a murder mystery dinner. Junior Detective badge included.
LEVEL: J, C, S, A, Adults COST: $12 Girl/Free Adult REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Cornerstone Community Church, 500 Plant St., Utica, NY 13502
Girls will work in teams to complete a set of engineering challenges. When each challenge is completed, they will receive a clue that will help them to solve a mystery. Challenges may range from building with food, designing tools or creating chain reactions. All materials provided. Girls should bring a lunch, drinks provided.
Get Moving Journey Jump Start
Engineering Mystery Challenge
DATE: 4/4/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/26/20 LEVEL: J COST: $25 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Cicero Service Center
DATE: 3/7/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/1/20
Ready to get to work on your Bronze Award? Get started on your Get Moving Journey! Explore different kinds of
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energy and how to use energy efficiently, focusing on the line “using resources wisely” from the Girl Scout Law. Participants will complete the majority of their Journey work and plan their Take Action Project. A few activities (totaling no more than 1.5 hours) will need to be completed before or after the program, along with completing the Take Action Project before the Journey is fully complete.
Cadette Breathe Journey Jump Start DATE: 4/18/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/3/20 LEVEL: C COST: $25 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Hoover Adventure Center Girls will spend time exploring an awareness of the air around them through activities such as yoga and deep breathing, cooking with air, air and STEM, and exploring various career opportunities related to air. Girls will
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also learn about air issues and decide on a plan to educate others about their selected issue. Participants will complete the majority of their Journey work and plan their Take Action Project. A few activities (totaling no more than 1.5 hours) will need to be completed before or after the program, along with completing the Take Action Project before the Journey is fully complete.
Astronomy Club Overnight at Cherry Springs State Park DATE: 4/18/20-4/19/20 TIME: 4:00 p.m.-12:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/30/20 LEVEL: C, S, A, Adults COST: $30 Girl/$20 Adult REGION: III, IV BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Cherry Springs State Park, 4639 Cherry Springs Rd., Coudersport, PA 16965 Are you ready for this sky-themed camping adventure? Explore the night sky with GEMINI Astronomy Club and visit one of the best dark sky parks in the U.S. Vans depart from Johnson City Service Center. Dinner and snacks provided Saturday night. Enjoy a light breakfast Sunday and short hike before we pack up and head home.
Think Like an Engineer Journey in a Weekend DATE: 4/25/20-4/26/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. REGISTER BY: 4/17/20 LEVEL: C, S, A, Adults COST: $45 Girl/$25 Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Hoover Adventure Center Join us for a weekend of scientific exploration! Girls will learn about different aspects of engineering as the work their way through three different engineering challenges. Girls will leave with a plan for a Take Action Project to implement in their community. Saturday lunch and dinner and Sunday breakfast provided. Girls must attend with their own adult ratio. This program works towards the Think Like an Engineer Journey.
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Girl Scout Week 2020 Girl Scout Week is a time to celebrate Girl Scouts as groundbreakers, big thinkers and role models. Here are some ways you can get involved! Sunday, March 8 – International Women’s Day Visit internationalwomensday.com/SelfieCards to download and print out #EachforEqual Selfie Cards to promote action via social media. Show your commitment to help build a more gender-equal world and encourage others to help forge equality by taking a photo with the selfie card and posting it using the hashtags #EachforEqual and #IWD. Encourage girls to post their selfies on our council social media channels—we’re @gsnypenn on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Monday, March 9 – Go-Getter A go-getter is bold, honest and determined to succeed. Goal-oriented and ambitious, she’s also a life-long learner who believes no challenge is too difficult. What you can do: set a goal to achieve something that matters to you! Learn a new skill to celebrate your love of learning. Create a motivational mantra that can help you get back up when you’re feeling low. Tuesday, March 10 – Innovator In our world, innovator can mean so many things. What you can do: comment in the thread of our council social media posts on this day and tell us (or show us!) what being an innovator means to you! Wednesday, March 12 – Risk-Taker Courageous and strong, a risk-taker loves to try new things and embrace the unfamiliar. She’s ready to step up and break the mold if that’s what it takes. What you can do: try something you’ve never done before but have always been interested in. Eliminate “can’t” from your vocabulary because you CAN do anything! Thursday, March 12 – Girl Scouts’ Birthday Celebrate Girl Scouts’ 108th birthday at our Cicero, New Hartford and Seneca Falls Service Centers! Enjoy activities from the Heritage Patch Program and a Girl Scout-related snack. Keep your eyes open for special shopping opportunities at our stores today! Friday, March 13 – Girl Scouts Take Albany! Hop inside a G.I.R.L. van with council staff and take a trip to the New York State Capitol! Visit the New York State Museum to learn about all the amazing things in New York that we often take for granted. Take a tour of the Capitol building to see the incredible architecture—you’ll get to step inside spaces where all the legislative magic happens! Saturday, March 14 – Leader A leader is confident, responsible and committed to changing the world for the better—she’s happiest when others join in! What you can do: lead a Take Action project to solve issues in your community in a sustainable way. Be a role model to younger girls by involving them in your activities and explaining to them why it’s important.
Starry STEM (D/B) DATE: 4/25/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/17/20 LEVEL: D, B COST: $12 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Seneca Falls Service Center Enjoy a STEM Saturday! Young scientists will learn about the stars and our 26
solar system. Hands on activities will teach about astronomy basics. Snack provided. Please dress for the weather and bring a water bottle. Space Science badges included.
Starry STEM (J/C) DATE: 4/25/20 TIME: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/17/20 LEVEL: J, C COST: $12 Girl/Free Adult
REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Seneca Falls Service Center Enjoy a STEM Saturday! Young scientists will learn about the stars and our solar system. Hands on activities will teach about astronomy basics. Snack provided. Please dress for the weather and bring a water bottle. Space Science badges included.
More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!
Brownie Race Car Design Challenge badges included.
Explore the Art and History of Cooperstown DATE: 4/25/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/6/20 LEVEL: B, J, C COST: $25 Girl/$10 Adult REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Farmers Museum, 5775 New York 80, Cooperstown, NY 13326
Junior Balloon Car Design Challenge DATE: 4/25/20 TIME: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/10/20 LEVEL: J, Adults COST: $12 Girl/Free Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Port Leyden Fire Hall, 3387 Douglas St., Port Leyden, NY 13433 Be an engineer for the afternoon and learn about air power and create an alternative fuel car! We’ll be designing, building and testing your own balloon powered car. Use your car to take part in the Great Balloon Car Race.
Daisy/Brownie Badge Blitz DATE: 4/25/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/10/20 LEVEL: D, B, Adults COST: $12 Girl/Free Adult REGION: I BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Port Leyden Fire Hall, 3387 Douglas St., Port Leyden, NY 13433 Design your own car and earn a badge! We’ll work to design, build and then test your car on a track also designed by you. You’ll learn about force and friction, drag and lift and more about engineering. Daisy Model Car Design Challenge and
Explore a different art form as you participate in a quilling workshop and create a piece to take home! We will also tour the Farmers’ Museum, a historic village that is an excellent example of a mid-19th-century farming community in Central New York State, complete with an authentic Blacksmith Shop, Pharmacy, Printing Shop, Lawyers Office, Farm, Tavern, General Store and more! Bring your best walking shoes and a lunch. Fun patch provided. *Council staff will be running this event; girls can be dropped off and picked up.
Scout Badge Experiences: Designing Robots Brownie Badge DATE: 4/25/20 TIME: 9:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/22/20 LEVEL: B, Adults COST: $25 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: The MOST (The Milton J Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology), 500 S. Franklin St., Syracuse, NY 13202 While earning your badge, learn about biomimicry and then draw your own robot inspired by a bee. Learn about the parts of robots while looking at a VEX robot and make a simple machine arm using the knowledge you learned to plan and prototype your own robot. Plus, see a planetarium show and spend time in the Science Playhouse.
Girl Scout Badge Day DATE: 5/2/20
TIME: 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/18/20 LEVEL: J, S, Adults COST: $20 Girl/$9 Adult REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Binghamton Zoo at Ross Park Education Center, 60 Morgan Rd., Binghamton, NY 13903 Visit the Binghamton Zoo to work toward earning your Animal Habitats (Juniors) and Eco Explorer (Seniors) badges. Day includes a classroom component, activities and focused tour of the zoo with knowledgeable staff to discuss habitats, endangered species and so much more! Girl Scouts completing activities will receive their badge at the zoo. Morning topic (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.) is Animal Habitats for Juniors. Afternoon topic (1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.) is Eco Explorer for Seniors. Pricing is for individual sessions.
Flower Fun & Bee Friendly DATE: 5/2/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/24/20 LEVEL: B, J, C, Adults COST: $12 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Huckleberry Swamp, 9190 Catchpole Rd., North Rose, NY 14516 Join staff at Huckleberry Swamp for a morning filled with flowers and pollinators. Start the morning making seed bombs and then take a hike along the boardwalk trail learning about a few plants along the way. After the walk, engage in a discussion about pollinators, play a pollinator game and end the morning making your very own bee hotel.
Playing in the Past: Revolution Style! DATE: 5/3/20 TIME: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/4/20 LEVEL: J, Adults COST: $5 Girl/$5 Adult REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes
Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org
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Operation Escape Stanwix DATE: 5/16/20 TIME: 9:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/11/20 LEVEL: C, S, A, Adults COST: $5 Girl/Free Adult REGION: III BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: Fort Stanwix National Monument, 100 S. James St., Rome, NY 13440
SAGE Scholars Rewards Did you know Girl Scouts can earn points for college? Girl Scouts have the opportunity to receive up to 2,500 Tuition Reward Points each year when they renew their Girl Scout membership. Troop leaders and co-leaders can earn up to 3,500 points each year when they renew. The program begins with Early Bird Renewal starting April 1 and ends June 30. Tuition Rewards points are similar to frequent flyer points. Earned points are equivalent to dollars in guaranteed tuition/scholarships at participating colleges and universities. Points can be used at approximately 400 affiliated private colleges and universities across the U.S. There are 24 in New York—including St. Bonaventure, Clarkson, RPI, RIT, St. Lawrence, Elmira and Hartwick. For more information and FAQs about this program, visit tuitionrewards.com. It’s simple…there’s no survey! Renew your membership by contacting GSNYPENN Customer Care at 1.855.213.8555 and press option 2. Make sure you have already created an account with the Tuition Rewards Program. It’s that easy! Get ready, Early Bird Renewal will be “springing up” before you know it! LOCATION: Fort Stanwix National Monument, 100 S. James St., Rome, NY 13440
BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 551 Sayles St., Oneida, NY 13421
Come join a park ranger for a special afternoon exploring 18th century New York! Learn what happened to families of Continental soldiers of the Revolutionary War. Join the Fort Schuyler community to learn about medicine and spend some time playing as an 18th century kid.
Challenge your inner inventor and get to work learning about inventions and creating some of your own! Daisies will create their own roller coasters. Brownies will build some awesome inventions,. Juniors will become product designers as they improve old designs and create new ones. Daisies will earn the Roller Coaster Design Challenge badge, Brownies the Inventor badge and Juniors the Product Designer badge. Includes snack and earned badge.
Innovator Badge Night DATE: 5/7/20 TIME: 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/20/20 LEVEL: D, B, J, Adults COST: $15 Girl/Free Adult REGION: III 28
Can you escape? Travel back in time with “Operation Sabotage Stanwix,” a teambased live-action puzzle game. Take the opportunity to enlist as a British spy trying to undermine operations at Fort Stanwix! Although the puzzles are based in history, no special skill or knowledge is required. The game takes place in one single (and accessible) room of the fort and is not physically strenuous. The event will take place rain or shine. Once you’ve escaped the fort, spend time learning how a cypher wheel works. Junior Ranger books and scavenger hunts will be made available to further explore area history on your own after you’re done. Time spent exploring the park counts towards your Girl Scout Ranger patch or certificate.
Girl Scout Fairy Day at Huckleberry Swamp DATE: 9/26/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 9/18/20 LEVEL: D, B, J, Adults COST: $12 Girl/Free Adult REGION: II BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Huckleberry Swamp, 9190 Catchpole Rd., North Rose, NY 14516 Join staff for the annual Girl Scout Fairy Event. Start the morning painting fairy doors and making a clothespin fairy and fairy container garden. After these enchanting crafts, listen to a reading of the book “Fairy Houses” by Tracy Kane. Then we’re off for a walk along the boardwalk with a few activities along the way. End the walk at the Fairy Trail and let your imagination go wild as we build our own nature fairy house along the trail.
More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!
T RAVE L//////////// Explore NYC!
DATE: 5/8/20-5/10/20 TIME: 3:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/27/20 LEVEL: J, C, S, A, Adults COST: $425 Girl/$425 Adult REGION: All BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: New York City, NY Come with us as we explore more of New York City! We’ll take the ferry to Liberty Island to visit the Statue of Liberty, followed by a stop at Ellis Island where we’ll be able to follow in immigrants’ footsteps. We’ll dock at Battery Park, have lunch nearby and then go to the 9/11 Memorial and Museum. Then it’s off to Ripley’s Believe it or Not, dinner at Hard Rock Cafe and our final stop at Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum, where we’ll have a “waxtacular” time making and decorating a wax cast of our hands! Don’t worry, you’ll have free time to do a little shopping, visit Rockefeller Center or just take in the sights and sounds of Times Square! Fee includes transportation, hotel, tickets to all venues and dinner Saturday night.
Overnight on the Battleship New Jersey DATE: 5/16/20-5/17/20 TIME: 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/2/20 LEVEL: J, C, S, A COST: $125 Girl/$125 Adult REGION: All BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: Yes LOCATION: 100 Clinton St., Camden, NJ 08103 Calling all Juliettes, Juniors and above... we’ve planned a trip just for you! We’ll spend a totally cool night aboard the Battleship New Jersey! Get a guided tour, sleep in the bunks that the crew of the USS New Jersey once did and participate in a USO-style show complete with performers. Learn how women helped build the battleship during WWII. Girl Scouts will receive a Women Serving Our Nation patch. Cost includes transportation, overnight, dinner Saturday and breakfast and
lunch Sunday. This night, the girls are in charge! A $20 non-refundable deposit is required. Full payment due by April 1.
Overnight at the Aquarium DATE: 6/12/20-6/13/20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/1/20 LEVEL: D, B, Adults COST: $125 Girl/$125 Adult REGION: All BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Aquarium of Niagara, Niagara Falls & Buffalo Zoo This popular trip is back! Start with an overnight at the Aquarium of Niagara, where we’ll experience the aquarium like never before. The aquarium team will guide us through activities, games and an interactive touch tank before we sleep near sea lions, penguins and otters! The next day we’ll have breakfast, watch a private sea lion show and visit Niagara Falls before we travel to the Buffalo Zoo! After the zoo, we’ll stop for dinner and then head home. Cost includes transportation, fee for the overnight, zoo and dinner Saturday. Pick up points and times will depend on where participants reside. *Please remember: if Daisies attend, they must be accompanied by a parent who is registered and background checked.*
California Scouts DATE: 7/22/20-7/31/20 TIME: TBA-TBA REGISTER BY: 6/19/20 LEVEL: C, S, A COST: $1,800 Girl/N/A Adult REGION: All BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: California
Ready for adventure? We will buddy up with Camp Scherman, operated by Girl Scouts of Orange County, to provide an awesome California camp experience. Fly out and spend two nights at Seal Beach Scout House, enjoying the beach, Disneyland and one other activity (decided by girl vote). After that, head up to Camp Scherman for a five-day session. Girls participate in all camp activities alongside their Californian sister Girl Scouts. All meals, flight, hotel, transportation and admission tickets included in cost. Trip departs from Syracuse, NY.
Explore Sweden! DATE: 8/20/20-8/28/20 TIME: TBA-TBA REGISTER BY: 6/19/20 LEVEL: C, S, A COST: $2,400-2,600 Girl/N/A Adult REGION: All BADGE/PATCH/JOURNEY: No LOCATION: Sweden Learn about the Sami people (traditional semi-nomadic reindeer herders)! Visit Naturum Laponia Visitors Centre, Ajtte Swedish Mountain and Sami Museum in Jokkmokk. Explore forests of northern Sweden and talk to Sami people. Camp above the arctic circle in a Lavvu-style tent. Cook meals over a campfire and enjoy the trip of a lifetime! Campers will communicate with girls from the Sami School before the trip. Must be comfortable traveling far from home and camping primitively without access to running water. Trip departs from Syracuse, NY. A scheduled payment plan will be setup in Doubleknot. Passport required.
Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org
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GS ESSENTIALS
Troop Training Bonus
Troops can request a $20 bonus after completing the FIVE essential GSNYPENN trainings: Leader Orientation (in-person), Leadership Essentials (gsLearn), First Aid/ CPR, Simply Successful Overnights and Simply Successful Camping. The Troop Training Bonus request can be found at gsnypenn.org/forms.
Simply Successful Overnights (SSO): Blended COST: Free Get ready to take your troop on overnight trips. SSO prepares participants for planning and facilitating a safe overnight Girl Scout experience; such as a lock-in, hotel or home sleepover. Webinar workshop does not include camping overnight and is a pre-requisite for Simply Successful Camping (SSC).
Simply Successful Camping (SSC) COST: $25 Your troop has completed an overnight and now you’re ready for camping! It’s time to take SSC and learn to plan and facilitate a safe group experience outdoors. Prepare meals using various methods, practice knife-safety, fire building and more. Pre-requisites: SSO and one group overnight experience. *Optional overnight.
American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Blended COST: $35 Get certified with this American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR and AED blended learning skills session. A four-hour online portion will need to be completed prior to the skills session.
American Heart Association First Aid/CPR/AED COST: $35 Get certified with the American Heart Association Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR and AED session. This is a full hands-on class with no online portion.
WEBINARS/VIRTUAL Year-End Reporting
COST: Free Troop year-end reports are due May 31, will you be ready? Learn how the Finance tab in the VTK works, understand the report submittal and review processes, have the opportunity to ask questions and gain clarification in this webinar. 30
Unleash the CONFIDENT TROOP LEADER within through our new ONLINE TRAINING forum! Introducing gsLearn, an online training platform for troop leaders! Access courses on-the-go, track your progress and more by signing into your MyGS account and clicking on the gsLearn logo.* Training for new leaders, Service Unit Managers, facilitators and more is now available for all active volunteers. Note: Should your course open with no sound, please press "pause" and then the "play" button to restart. *If you do not see the gsLearn option after logging into MyGS, please contact our Customer Care team at 1.855.213.8555 or info@gsnypenn.org.
Volunteer Toolkit Webinar: Single Level COST: Free Explore how to make the Volunteer Toolkit work for you. Learn about the latest updates, tips and strategies.
Volunteer Toolkit Webinar: Multi-Level COST: Free Explore how to make the Volunteer Toolkit work for your troop. Learn about the latest updates, tips and strategies unique to a multi-level troop.
Service Unit Encampment Director Training COST: Free Participate in this webinar training to be able to hold your own Service Unit Encampment! Learn about the importance of the Encampment Director, collaborate with other volunteers and learn important safety and planning aspects of an encampment.
More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!
Leave No Trace Awareness Training COST: Free Join us for a short and snappy, informative webinar training all about Leave No Trace. Each participant will learn about and understand all seven principles and their application. Volunteers will walk away with an understanding as well as a booklet of various activities they will feel comfortable sharing with their troop. Volunteers will also gain a basic understanding of how to practice minimal impact camping for primitive and backcountry camping trips.
VOLUNTEER SUPPORT Service Unit Think Tanks
COST: Free Calling all SU team members! Attend your area Think Tank to get prepped for an exciting renewal season. Develop an action plan to help first-year leaders wrap up the troop-year. Identify kick-off MY2021. Share advice, ideas and successes for leading a team of volunteers. Brainstorm ways for Girl Scouts to make an impact in your community. Meal and takeaways provided; all SU team members welcome.
Volunteer Appreciation Dinners COST: Free GSNYPENN volunteers do it ALL! Each member year, our council honors volunteers nominated by their peers for amazing service. Formal awards are presented at our annual dinners. Come join us for a lovely meal and celebration, be inspired by a local Gold Award Girl Scout speaker and enjoy the company of your peers. Seats reserved for award recipients with additional availability for fellow volunteers. Be sure to register early on Doubleknot!
OUTDOOR/ENRICHMENT Get Your Troop Outdoors! COST: $15+ Volunteers - Don’t miss out! Grab your favorite Girl Scout buddy and register for a very special day! Choose your challenge: venture into primitive camping, get archery training, use a map and compass, improve your knot tying knowledge and know when to use ‘em, explore advanced cooking recipes and techniques, plan your first Simply Successful Overnight, use “Back Pocket” programs when things don’t go as planned, or get more Journey Ideas in the Outdoors. We’ll provide the food, fun and takeaways - everything needed to get you excited to “Get Your Troop Outdoors!” Register for these sessions and MORE (like yoga, trail running and GaGaBall) online!
Enhancing Leadership & Outdoor Skills Workshops COST: $15+ “Answer the everlasting call...COME TO AMAHAMI IT’S THE BEST OF ALL!” Is that verse familiar? Learn favorite Girl Scout camp songs and games, practice plant identification, get
tips to help your troop be eco-friendly, get ready to take your troop trips to the next level and plan end-of-year ceremonies that are sure to end your troop year on a high note! Enjoy a day mixed with hands-on learning and self-guide exploration. Don’t forget to make time to hike to the fire tower, check out progress on the solar STEM lab/classroom and make new friends. Food and fun provided.
Archery Training COST: $15 Registered adults and volunteers are invited to earn their archery certification. This certification will allow you to teach archery to Girl Scouts at any of our properties. Facilitated by Trefoil Camp Director Beth Jennings, a USA Archery Level 2 Instructor.
Advanced Outdoor Cooking COST: $25 Are you looking for more outdoor cooking experience, new cooking methods or maybe new campfire recipes? Cook breakfast, lunch and dinner using foil, box ovens and Dutch ovens. Learn some tricks to help the girls experience success in cooking on a campfire. Enjoy fruit-stuffed French toast, mini-meatloaves and more. Advanced Outdoor Cooking is designed to help adults introduce girls to new recipes and gain new campfire cooking skills. Join us for a day of fun, food and cooking!
Escape the Typical Teambuild! COST: $7 Getting girls to work together as a team on something they enjoy is a huge part of being a leader, and making that enjoyable each year can be a challenge. One innovative way to see how your girls solve problems together is through an escape room. As a council, we’ve designed a few rooms your girls can go to as a program. Now, you can bring the escape room experience to your SU or troop. Join our own expert, Jillian, for an engaging and interactive training. The first half will challenge you to work together with other leaders in an escape room and the second half will allow you to learn how to create your own room that is appropriate for your level. Not only will you see what an escape room can look like; we’ll show you how to create an engaging story, build puzzles, structure the timing and work on props. You won’t leave with an entire finished escape room, but you will leave confident in your skills to bring this event to your area!
QPR Gatekeeper Training in Suicide Awareness COST: Free QPR stands for Question, Persuade, Refer. Join our guest instructor for a nationally recognized educational workshop designed to assist non-mental health professionals to learn to recognize the warning signs of suicide crisis including verbal, behavioral and situational clues.
LOOK FOR THESE IMPORTANT ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES!
▶ SEE PGS. 32-33 FOR ALL PROGRAM DATES Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org
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Program Title Advanced Outdoor Cooking Advanced Outdoor Cooking
Date 6/13/20 5/9/20
Time 9:30 a.m.-6:00p.m. 9:30a.m.-6:00 p.m.
American Heart Association First Aid/CPR/AED
3/29/20 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Blended 3/19/20 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Blended 4/7/20 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Blended 4/16/20 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Blended 4/20/20 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Blended 5/12/20
6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Register by Region Location 6/1/20 II Hoover Adventure Center 4/23/20 lll Delta Lake State Park 8797 NY-46, Rome, NY 13340 3/20/20 II King of Kings Lutheran Church, 8278 Oswego Rd., Liverpool, NY 13090 3/10/20 II Seneca Falls Service Center 3/24/20 lll New Hartford Service Center 4/7/20 IV Dormann Library, 101 West Morris St., Bath, NY 14810 (TBD) 4/11/20 IV Towanda Area High School, 1 High School Dr., Towanda, PA 18848 4/28/20 l Watertown Service Center
American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Blended American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Recertification Blended American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Recertification Blended Archery Training Enhancing Leadership & Outdoor Skills Workshops Escape the Typical Teambuild! Get Your Troop Outdoors! Leave No Trace Awareness Training QPR Gatekeeper Training in Suicide Awareness
5/14/20 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. 4/14/20 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
5/5/20 5/20/20
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Cicero Service Center New Hartford Service Center
6/3/20
6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
5/20/20
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Watertown Service Center
5/3/20 5/2/20
11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 9:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
4/26/20 4/20/20
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Trefoil Adventure Center Amahami Adventure Center
5/9/20 5/2/20 5/7/20 3/10/20
10:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
4/25/20 4/17/20 5/4/20 3/3/20
II II All IV
Service Unit Encampment Director Training Service Unit Think Tanks Service Unit Think Tanks
4/16/20 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. 3/31/20 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. 4/2/20 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
4/12/20 3/25/20 3/26/20
All II II
Service Unit Think Tanks
4/4/20
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
3/28/20
IV
Service Unit Think Tanks
4/4/20
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
3/30/20
IV
Service Unit Think Tanks
4/9/20
5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
4/2/20
III
Service Unit Think Tanks
5/2/20
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
4/25/20
III
Service Unit Think Tanks
5/5/20
5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
4/28/20
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Service Unit Think Tanks Service Unit Think Tanks
5/5/20 5/6/20
5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
4/28/20 4/29/20
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Service Unit Think Tanks
5/6/20
5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
4/29/20
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Simply Successful Camping (SSC) Simply Successful Camping (SSC)
4/25/20 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. 5/2/20 9:00a.m-6:00p.m.
4/10/20 4/16/20
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Simply Successful Camping (SSC)
5/9/20
4/24/20
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Hoover Adventure Center Comstock Adventure Center Virtual Journey Center, 116 Breesport Rd., Horseheads, NY 14845 Virtual Cicero Service Center Best Western/Palmyra Inn & Suites, 955 Canandaigua Rd., Palmyra, NY 14522 Christ Episcopal Church, 1 Main St., Towanda, PA 18848 Dormann Library, 101 W. Morris St., Bath, NY 14810 Wild Owl Cafe, 28 S. Broad St., Norwich, NY 13815 Johnson City Service CenterConference Room, Oakdale Mall-601 Harry L Drive, Suite 52, Johnson City NY 13790 New Hartford Library, Salmon Room, 2 Library Ln., New Hartford, NY 13413 Baldwinsville, NY TBD Gouverneur Community Center, 4673 NY-58, Gouverneur, NY 13642 United Church of Auburn, 77 Metcalf Dr., Auburn, NY 13021 Hoover Adventure Center East Herkimer Fish & Game Club, 327 Pine Grove Rd., Herkimer, NY 13350 Reginald Wood Memorial Scout House, 96 Pulteney St., Hammondsport, NY 14840
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9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!
Program Title Simply Successful Camping (SSC) Simply Successful Camping (SSC) Simply Successful Overnights (SSO): Blended Simply Successful Overnights (SSO): Blended Simply Successful Overnights (SSO): Blended Simply Successful Overnights (SSO): Blended Simply Successful Overnights (SSO): Blended Volunteer Appreciation Dinners
Date 5/9/20 6/6/20 3/24/20 4/15/20 5/20/20 6/18/20 8/3/20 4/20/20
Volunteer Appreciation Dinners
Time 9:30a.m.-6:30p.m. 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Register by 4/24/20 5/22/20 3/19/20 4/10/20 5/15/20 6/13/20 7/28/20 4/12/20
Region l II All All All All All II
4/22/20 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
4/13/20
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Volunteer Appreciation Dinners
4/23/20 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
4/14/20
III
Volunteer Appreciation Dinners
4/28/20 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
4/19/20
III
Volunteer Appreciation Dinners
4/29/20 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
4/20/20
IV
Volunteer Appreciation Dinners
4/30/20 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
4/21/20
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Volunteer Toolkit Webinar: Multi-Level Volunteer Toolkit Webinar: Multi-Level Volunteer Toolkit Webinar: Single Level Volunteer Toolkit Webinar: Single Level Year-End Reporting Year-End Reporting
3/5/20 5/5/20 3/5/20 5/5/20 4/15/20 5/26/20
3/3/20 5/3/20 3/3/20 5/3/20 4/14/20 5/25/20
All All All All All All
6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Location Trefoil Adventure Center 4121 Sam Adams Ln., Auburn, NY 13021 Virtual Virtual Virtual Virtual Virtual Drumlins, 800 Nottingham Rd., Syracuse, NY 13224 Clipper Inn, 126 State St., Clayton, NY 13624 Daniele's at Valley View Country Club, 620 Memorial Pkwy, Utica, NY 13501 River Club of Afton, 1 S. Maple St., Afton, NY 13730 Radisson Corning, 125 Dennison Pkwy E., Corning, NY 14830 Geneva Country Club, 4147 NY Route 14, Geneva, NY 14556 Virtual Virtual Virtual Virtual Virtual Virtual
2020 Volunteer Appreciation Dinners
GSNYPENN volunteers do it ALL! Each member year, our council honors volunteers nominated by their peers for amazing service. Formal awards are presented at our annual dinners. Come join us for a lovely meal and celebration, be inspired by a local Gold Award Girl Scout speaker and enjoy the company of your peers. Seats reserved for award recipients with additional availability for fellow volunteers. Be sure to register early on Doubleknot! ▶ Syracuse, NY: Monday, April 20 ▶ Clayton, NY: Wednesday, April 22 ▶ Utica, NY: Thursday, April 23 ▶ Afton, NY: Tuesday, April 28 ▶ Corning, NY: Wednesday, April 29 ▶ Geneva, NY: Thursday, April 30
Save the Dates… • Fall Kick-Offs are coming in August! Look for a special email invite in May. Our kick-offs provide a sneak peek at what’s new for the upcoming member year and a brief recap of the out-going one. Look forward to special break-out sessions for Service Unit Managers and a “Bag of Tricks” for qualifying Early Bird troops. • Return of the January Badge Bash in 2021! Get comfortable with some of Girl Scouts’ more intimidating badges—make a mess, make a mistake and make a memory while exploring four badges that many troops avoid. Discover local resources to support the badge, how to take VTK plans and make them your own, plus try your hand at badge activities. Dates TBA in the fall. • We’re going GLAMPING! We’re working behind the scenes to secure a camp experience you WON’T want to miss! As we know more, so will you!!
Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org
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GSNYPENN Stores
Many ways to shop for your Girl Scout!
Visit the store near you, email or call-in your order. We will ship it (instore offers still apply) and now offer FREE SHIPPING on orders of $99 & up (AFTER discounts & PRIOR to tax, books not included). Contact your local store for all other shipping rates.
Shop GSNYPENN’s online store anytime at girlscoutshop.com/ NYPENN-PATHWAYS-COUNCIL. We’re always open! All proceeds raised online support GSNYPENN and our local Girl Scouts!
Our Mobile Shop comes to you! Arrange for us to attend your Service Unit meeting, troop event, etc. Contact the store nearest you at least 3 weeks prior to check availability.
The Adult Vest For Volunteers and Staff Bridging Kits: Everything You Need for Bridging Ceremonies! Price: $8-9.50 each Includes: ⬥ Membership Star & Disc ⬥ Official Bridging Award ⬥ Wings for Brownies (if needed) ⬥ Bridging certificate ⬥ Fun patch ⬥ Pencil ⬥ Individual cover sheet All packaged in a convenient clear sleeve for easy presentation! Visit or contact your local GSNYPENN Store for further information.
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Check stores for availability! Adult volunteers and staff can proudly display their Girl Scout insignia and earned patches.
More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!
GSNYPENN Product Sales Programs
2020 Cookie Program Rewards Gift Card Mini Disco Ball
Travel Case
$75 Gift Card
Saturday, June 6 Confetti
Experience Sunday, April 26 Origami Bandana
Participate in Digital Cookie to earn these items:
Cookie Techie Patch Aluminum Water Bottle
Goal Getter Patch
Where will the cookie program take you?!
Work with your troop to earn the Wings tee and/ or one of three parks tickets! Up to $300 Camp Discount
Plush Butterfly Cascades Indoor Waterpark
Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org
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PROGRAM INDEX// Date
Program Title
Level
Region Focus
Page #
Date
Program Title
Level
Region Focus
Page #
2/18/20
Tubing at Dry Hill
All
I
Outdoors
15
4/9/20
C, S, A, Adults
All
Frost & Fire
D, B, J, Adults
III
Outdoors
15
Highest Awards
7
2/22/20
Striving for Silver, Going for Gold
2/22/20
Snow Adventure
All
I
Outdoors
15
4/13/20
III
Life Skills
12
Dinner Party Overnight
A
II
Life Skills
10
Babysitting Certification (Utica, NY)
C
2/29/203/1/20
4/14/20
lll
Volunteer
32
Junior Detective Badge
J
II
STEAM
24
3/5/20
Volunteer Toolkit Webinar: Multi-Level
Adults
All
Volunteer
33
American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Recertification Blended
Adults
3/1/20
4/15/20
Adults
All
Volunteer
33
3/5/20
Volunteer Toolkit Webinar: Single Level
Adults
All
Volunteer
33
Simply Successful Overnights (SSO): Blended
4/15/20
Year-End Reporting
Adults
All
Volunteer
33
3/7/20
Babysitting Certification (Cicero, NY)
C, S, A
II
Life Skills
10
4/16/20
American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Blended
Adults
IV
Volunteer
32
3/7/20
Engineering Mystery Challenge
J, C, S, A, Adults
III
STEAM
24
4/16/20
Service Unit Encampment Director Training
Adults
All
Volunteer
32
3/8/20
Babysitting Certification (Seneca Falls, NY)
C, S, A
II
Life Skills
10
4/18/20
Just Yell Fire (Seneca Falls, NY)
C, S, A
II
Life Skills
12
3/10/20
QPR Gatekeeper Training in Suicide Awareness
Adults
IV
Volunteer
32
4/18/20
Social Networking Safety (Seneca Falls, NY)
J, C
II
Life Skills
12
3/11/20
Striving for Silver, Going for Gold
C, S, A, Adults
All
Highest Awards
7
4/18/20
Cadette Breathe Journey Jump Start
C
II
STEAM
24
3/12/20
Girl Scout Birthday Celebration! (Seneca Falls, NY)
All
II
Life Skills
10
4/18/204/19/20
Astronomy Club Overnight C, S, A, Adults at Cherry Springs State Park
"III, IV"
STEAM
25
4/19/20
Just Yell Fire (Cicero, NY)
C, S, A
II
Life Skills
12
3/12/20
Girl Scout Birthday Celebration! (Cicero, NY)
All
II
Life Skills
11
4/19/20
Social Networking Safety (Cicero, NY)
J, C
II
Life Skills
13
3/13/20
Just Yell Fire (Canandaigua, NY)
C, S, A
II
Life Skills
11
4/20/20
American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Blended
Adults
IV
Volunteer
32
3/13/20
Girl Scouts Take Albany
J, C, S, A
All
Life Skills
11
4/20/20
II
Volunteer
33
Explore More...Careers!
S, A
I
Life Skills
11
Volunteer Appreciation Dinners
Adults
3/14/203/15/20
4/22/20
Adults
I
Volunteer
33
3/19/20
American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Blended
Adults
II
Volunteer
32
Volunteer Appreciation Dinners
4/23/20
Adults
III
Volunteer
33
3/21/20
Binghamton Devils Girl Scout Night
All
III
Life Skills
11
Volunteer Appreciation Dinners
4/23/20
Oxfam Hunger Banquet
Life Skills
13
Maple Weekend
All
I
Outdoors
15
J, C, S, A, Adults
II
3/21/203/22/20
4/24/20
Starry Nights
C, S
II
Outdoors
15
3/24/20
Simply Successful Overnights (SSO): Blended
Adults
All
Volunteer
33
4/25/20
Simply Successful Camping (SSC)
Adults
II
Volunteer
32
3/28/20
Explore Car Care
S, Adults
I
Life Skills
12
4/25/20
Starry STEM (D/B)
D, B
II
STEAM
26
3/28/203/29/20
Maple Weekend
All
I
Outdoors
15
4/25/20
Starry STEM (J/C)
J, C
II
STEAM
26
4/25/20
J, Adults
I
STEAM
27
3/29/20
American Heart Association Adults First Aid/CPR/AED
II
Volunteer
32
Junior Balloon Car Design Challenge
4/25/20
Daisy/Brownie Badge Blitz
D, B, Adults
I
STEAM
27
3/31/20
Service Unit Think Tanks
Adults
II
Volunteer
32
4/25/20
B, J, C
III
STEAM
27
4/2/20
Service Unit Think Tanks
Adults
II
Volunteer
32
Explore the Art and History of Cooperstown
4/4/20
Service Unit Think Tanks
Adults
IV
Volunteer
32
4/25/20
B, Adults
II
STEAM
27
4/4/20
Service Unit Think Tanks
Adults
IV
Volunteer
32
4/4/20
Get Moving Journey Jump Start
J
II
STEAM
24
Scout Badge Experiences: Designing Robots Brownie Badge
II
STEAM
25
Maine Road Trip!
C, S, A
All
School Break Scouts
22
Think Like an Engineer Journey in a Weekend
C, S, A, Adults
4/4/204/9/20
4/25/204/26/20 4/26/20
Grand Prix (D/B)
D, B
IV
Life Skills
13
4/26/20
Grand Prix (J/C/S/A)
J,C, S, A
IV
Life Skills
13
4/6/204/9/20
Spring Break Day Camp
D, B, J
II
School Break Scouts
22
4/26/20
Become a Digital Photographer
J, Adults
I
Life Skills
13
4/28/20
III
Volunteer
33
American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Blended
Adults
lll
Volunteer
32
Volunteer Appreciation Dinners
Adults
4/7/20
4/29/20
IV
Volunteer
33
Spring Badge Bash!
D, B, J, Adults
III
School Break Scouts
22
Volunteer Appreciation Dinners
Adults
4/7/20
4/30/20
Volunteer Appreciation Dinners
Adults
II
Volunteer
33
4/9/20
Become a Program Facilitator
Adults
II
Programs 8 on Demand
5/1/205/2/20
Youth Homeless Experience All
I
Life Skills
13
4/9/20
Service Unit Think Tanks
Adults
III
Volunteer
5/1/205/3/20
Comstock Work Day & Weekend
II
Outdoors
16
32
J, C, S, A, Adults
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Date
Program Title
Level
Region Focus
Page #
Date
Program Title
Level
Region Focus
Page #
5/2/20
Enhancing Leadership & Outdoor Skills Workshops
Adults
lll
Volunteer
32
5/31/20
Brownie/Junior Archery Teaser!
B, J, Adults
II
Outdoors
18
5/2/20
Get Your Troop Outdoors!
Adults
II
Volunteer
32
5/31/20
Cadette Archery Badge
C, Adults
II
Outdoors
18
5/2/20
Service Unit Think Tanks
Adults
III
Volunteer
32
6/3/20
Adults
l
Volunteer
32
5/2/20
Simply Successful Camping (SSC)
Adults
lll
Volunteer
32
American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Recertification Blended
5/2/20
Archery & Tomahawk Throwing
C, S, A, Adults
I
Outdoors
16
6/4/20
Explore the Outdoors (Wellsboro, PA)
D, B, J
IV
Outdoors
18
5/2/20
Girl Scout Badge Day
J, S, Adults
III
STEAM
27
6/6/20
II
Volunteer
33
Flower Fun & Bee Friendly
B, J, C, Adults
II
STEAM
27
Simply Successful Camping (SSC)
Adults
5/2/20 5/3/20
Archery Training
Adults
I
Volunteer
32
II
Outdoors
18
Playing in the Past: Revolution Style!
J, Adults
III
STEAM
27
Mom & Me Daisy Outdoor Journey in a Weekend
D, Adults
5/3/20
6/6/206/7/20 6/6/20
B, J
IV
Outdoors
18
5/5/20
Service Unit Think Tanks
Adults
lll
Volunteer
32
Brownie Junior Trail Adventure
5/5/20
Service Unit Think Tanks
Adults
II
Volunteer
32
6/6/20
Shooting Sports Sampler
C, S, A, Adults
II
Outdoors
18
5/5/20
Volunteer Toolkit Webinar: Multi-Level
Adults
All
Volunteer
6/6/20
Shooting Sports Sampler
B, J, Adults
II
Outdoors
19
6/6/20
Cadette Archery Badge
C, Adults
III
Outdoors
19
5/5/20
Volunteer Toolkit Webinar: Single Level
Adults
All
Volunteer
6/7/20
ZAP! Ziplining, Archery & Paddling
J, C, S, A, Adults
I
Outdoors
19
5/6/20
Service Unit Think Tanks
Adults
I
Volunteer
32
6/10/20
C, S, A, Adults
All
Service Unit Think Tanks
Adults
II
Volunteer
32
Highest Awards
7
5/6/20
Striving for Silver, Going for Gold
5/7/20
Leave No Trace Awareness Training
Adults
All
Volunteer
32
6/12/206/13/20
Overnight at the Aquarium
D, B, Adults
All
Travel
29
5/7/20
Innovator Badge Night
D, B, J, Adults
III
STEAM
28
6/13/20
Advanced Outdoor Cooking
Adults
II
Volunteer
32
5/8/205/10/20
Explore NYC!
J, C, S, A, Adults
All
Travel
29
6/13/20
Introduction to Riflery
C, S, A
III
Outdoors
20
Overnight on the Island
C, S, A, Adults
II
Outdoors
20
5/9/20
Advanced Outdoor Cooking
Adults
lll
Volunteer
32
6/13/206/14/20
5/9/20
Escape the Typical Teambuild!
Adults
II
Volunteer
32
6/18/20
Simply Successful Overnights (SSO): Blended
Adults
All
Volunteer
33
5/9/20
Simply Successful Camping (SSC)
Adults
IV
Volunteer
32
7/18/20
Carrying the Torch
All
II
Signature Events
23
5/9/20
Simply Successful Camping (SSC)
Adults
l
Volunteer
33
7/22/207/31/20
California Scouts
C, S, A
All
Travel
29
5/9/20
Babysitting Certification (Ithaca, NY)
S, A
II
Life Skills
14
8/3/20
Simply Successful Overnights (SSO): Blended
Adults
All
Volunteer
33
5/9/20
Trefoil Work Day
All
I
Outdoors
16
8/16/20
Water Safari Summer Splash Event
All
All
22
5/9/20
Outdoor Adventure Basics
D, B, J
II
Outdoors
16
School Break Scouts
5/9/20
Shooting Sports Sampler
C, S, A
II
Outdoors
16
C, S, A
All
Travel
29
Shooting Sports Sampler
B, J
II
Outdoors
16
8/20/208/28/20
Explore Sweden!
5/9/20 5/9/20
Amahami Spring Work Day
All
III
Outdoors
16
8/22/20
Outdoors
20
Explore the Outdoors (Baldwinsville, NY)
D,B,Adults
II
Outdoors
16
White Water Rafting Day Trip J, C, S, A, Adults
III
5/9/20
C, S, A, Adults
I
Outdoors
20
Explore the Outdoors (Manlius, NY)
D, B, Adults
II
Outdoors
17
8/29/208/30/20
Cranberry Lake Guided Trip
5/9/20
9/12/20
I
Outdoors
21
American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Blended
Adults
l
Volunteer
32
High Flying Adventure: Cadette, Senior, Ambassador
C, S, A, Adults
5/12/20 5/12/20
Striving for Silver, Going for Gold
C, S, A, Adults
All
Highest Awards
7
9/12/20
High Flying Adventure: Juniors
J, Adults
I
Outdoors
21
5/14/20
American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Blended
Adults
II
Volunteer
32
9/13/20
Rock Climbing Day Trip
C, S, A, Adults
I
Outdoors
21
9/26/20
D, B, J, Adults
II
STEAM
28
5/15/20
Pizza & Paddling
S, A
II
Outdoors
17
Girl Scout Fairy Day at Huckleberry Swamp
5/16/20
Third Annual Big Outdoor Badge Bash!
D, B, J, C
II
Outdoors
17
10/17/20
STEM-tacular Saturday!
All
All
Signature Events
23
5/16/20
Operation Escape Stanwix
C, S, A, Adults
III
STEAM
28
5/16/205/17/20
Overnight on the Battleship New Jersey
J, C, S, A
All
Travel
29
5/20/20
Simply Successful Overnights (SSO): Blended
Adults
All
Volunteer
33
5/20/20
Find Your True North
S, A
III
Life Skills
14
5/22/20
Explore the Outdoors (Victor, NY)
D, B
II
Outdoors
17
5/26/20
Year-End Reporting
Adults
All
Volunteer
33
5/30/20
Introduction to Riflery
C, S, A
III
Outdoors
18
5/31/20
The Wonders of Wolves!
D, B
III
Life Skills
14
5/31/20
Pioneer Day at the Scout House
J, C, S, A, Adults
IV
Outdoors
18
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