Pathways Program Guide // Spring 2018 by Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways

Pathways Program Guide //Spring 2018

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WE BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF

G.I.R.L.

■ Service Centers

and character, who make the world a better place.

St. Lawrence Harrisville TREFOIL

Jefferson Watertown

⬥ Region II Counties: Ontario, Wayne, Seneca, Cayuga, Tompkins, Cortland, Onondaga

Lewis Oswego

Rome

Rochester

Oneida

Wayne

Monday–Thursday 8:30 a.m.– 5 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

New Hartford Little Falls

Cicero Auburn

Ontario

Johnson City* Oakdale Mall Suite 52 601–635 Harry L Drive Johnson City, NY 13790-1245 T: 607.724.6572 • F: 607.724.6575

Yates

Allegany

Schuyler

Corning

Monday–Thursday 8:30 a.m.– 5 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Onondaga Syracuse

Cayuga

COMSTOCK

Steuben

Herkimer

Horseheads* 226 Colonial Drive Horseheads, NY 14845-8531 T: 607.796.6202 • F: 607.796.2462

Counties: St. Lawrence, Jefferson, Lewis, Oswego, Northern Herkimer

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.

Building girls of

⬥ Region I

Seneca

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.

Madison

Chemung

Otsego

Chenango Ithaca Cortland

Tompkins

Horseheads

Cooperstown

HOOVER

Tioga

Norwich

Broome AMAHAMI

Delaware

Johnson City

Savre

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.

Watertown 131 Washington Street, Suite 306 Watertown, NY 13601-2604 T: 315.782.1890 • F: 315.782.4455 Please call or email the staff member you wish to meet with to arrange an appointment. *Includes a full service Girl Scout Boutique. Call for boutique hours. 2

Tioga

Bradford

⬥ Region IV

Counties: Schuyler, Allegany, Bradford, Yates, Steuben, Tioga NY, Tioga PA, Chemung

⬥ Region III

Counties: Broome, Otsego, Chenango, Delaware, Oneida, Southern Herkimer, Madison

Adventure Centers Amahami 434 Page Pond Rd. Deposit, NY 13754

Comstock 1419 Taughannock Rd. Ithaca, NY 14850

Hoover 2065 Song Lake Crossing Rd. Tully, NY 13159

Trefoil 168 Rose Rd. Harrisville, NY 13648

TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 ABOUT US 4 HOW TO REGISTER

Pathways Program Guide Contacts All staff can be reached at 1.855.213.8555 Programs and Outdoor Initiatives Liz Schmidt, Director Membership Support Christina Verratti, Director Community Development Aletha Rollins, Senior Director

Executive Team Julie Dale, Chief Executive Officer MaryAnn Stark, Chief Operations Officer Jim Matthews, Chief Financial Officer Wendy Cobrda, Chief Marketing Officer

5 EVENT & PROGRAM ETIQUETTE 6 ARTS 8 OUTDOOR 12 LIFE SKILLS 14 TRAVEL 15 STEM

Customer Care and Opportunities Sara Scott, Director

18 SCHOOL BREAK SCOUTS

Product Sales and Retail Operations Andrea Mastronardi, Senior Director

19 SIGNATURE EVENTS 20 HIGHEST AWARDS

Need to reach the Executive Team? Contact us at listening@gsnypenn.org

22 TRAINING AND WORKSHOPS 26 BOUTIQUES 27 PRODUCT SALES

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29 PROGRAM INDEX

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How to Register for Programs, Events and Training Registration

All programs, events and trainings (even free ones) require registration. Events may fill up quickly before the deadline. Early registration helps assure 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.

Listing of Programs, Events and Trainings 1. Check out the offerings in this booklet! 2. Additional programs are added all the time, so remember to check our website at gsnypenn.org for the most up-to- date offerings. 3. To register for a specific program, visit gsnypenn.org. 4. Click the “Programs &amp; Events” tab on the homepage. Community partner events are listed here in chronological order, so be sure to scroll down the page for more information on how to register. 5. All Council-run events are listed through eBiz, so click the eBiz link. You do not have to log into eBiz to view programs; simply search for the program you’re interested in!

Registering Through eBiz 1. Enter your login name and password under “Current Member Login.” 2. If you need an eBiz account created or reset, contact Customer Care at 1.855.213.8555 (option 2) or email program@gsnypenn.org. You will receive an email with account information. Please allow 1-2 business days. 3. Follow the prompts to complete the registration process.

Registration Confirmation

Upon completing registration through eBiz, you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive confirmation, contact Customer Care at info@gsnypenn.org. 4

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 on page 5. Cancellations made after the registration deadline will not receive a refund, unless the cancellation is due to a medical reason. A request for refund with a doctor’s excuse must be received within 2 weeks of cancellation or event date. 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 the minimum number of participants, 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 see refund policy on page 5. 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 when a decision is made. Payments or deposit fees for all Council programs and events are non-refundable, unless Council cancels the event, or the registering person/group cancels PRIOR to the registration deadline.

Tag-a-longs & Siblings

Unless otherwise indicated in the event 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 that “there will be room for one more person.” 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.

More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!

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 region 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 may fill before this date. You may register online at gsnypenn.org. (Please refer to this guide’s “How to Register” page for complete registration process and information.) ⬥ Have the girls plan. Show them this guide or visit the “Programs & Events” tab on our homepage at gsnypenn.org. ⬥ Let girls and their families know that individual girls with an adult may attend most all events. ⬥ 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 canceling an event due to low participant numbers and then having people ask if they can still register. Please also understand that sometimes events fill before the deadline. Early registration is always recommended. ⬥ If you have special needs or specific questions about event 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.

How to Reserve a Council Property Introducing Doubleknot—our new reservation software! Doubleknot is user-friendly software that makes registering quick and easy—one stop shopping for all your property reservation and (coming soon) program needs! From camping at one of our beautiful properties, to participating in an awesome Signature Event, to heading to summer camp for the first time, you’ll be able to register for all Council events in one spot. All property reservations transitioned to Doubleknot in January, followed by summer camp registration in February (CampDoc.com will still cover medical info and forms). By summer 2018, all program and event registrations will be transitioned from eBiz to this new platform. Stay tuned!

Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org

ART S/////////////// Clover Petal Workshop

DATE: 3/17/18 TIME: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. REGISTER BY: 3/16/18 LEVEL: Daisies COST: $10 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier, 60 Morgan Rd., Binghamton, NY 13905 Hear a read aloud of Clover’s story (in an Irish accent of course!) Make a collaborative magazine collage and learn to be resourceful with the luck-othe Irish! Badge certificate included.

Fair Play Workshop DATE: 3/17/18 TIME: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/16/18 LEVEL: Brownies COST: $10 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier, 60 Morgan Rd., Binghamton, NY 13905 Learn to play fair with your fellow Girl Scouts in a variety of St. Patrick’s Day games. Hunt for a pot of gold and join in the lucky charm championships all while earning your fair play badge! Badge included.

Playing the Past Workshop DATE: 3/17/18 TIME: 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/16/18 LEVEL: Juniors COST: $10 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier, 60 Morgan Rd., Binghamton, NY 13905 Dream up a character and rifle through our costume closet to transform into your character for the entire workshop. Learn from your new character and 6

have fun walking in someone else’s shoes! Badge included.

Shenanigans Snooze DATE: 3/17/18 - 3/18/18 TIME: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 a.m. REGISTER BY: 3/16/18 LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors COST: $35 Girl/$8 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier, 60 Morgan Rd., Binghamton, NY 13905 Be prepared to get silly with games, dress up and art! Start the night with a yummy dinner. Then transform yourself with one of our many costumes. Have fun playing some classic team games with a twist and make and take silly art! Earn the “Create” DC fun badge! Fee includes badge, dinner, breakfast and workshop. Troop leaders are always free! Add $8 per additional adult. DC Fun Patch included.

Art Camp for Kids! DATE: 3/30/18 TIME: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/29/18

LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors COST: $10 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 4 LOCATION: Arts Center of Yates County, 127 Main St., Penn Yan, NY 14527 A day of art and creativity at the Arts Center for students ages 6-12, bring a lunch. Please register at The Art Center of Yates County at 315.536.8226.

Out of School Art! DATE: 4/2/18 - 4/6/18 (once daily program) TIME: 10 a.m. - Noon REGISTER BY: 3/30/18 LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors COST: $5 per day Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 4 LOCATION: Arts Center of Yates County, 127 Main St., Penn Yan, NY 14527 You don’t have to be experienced or super talented to enjoy being creative. Art is fun! Join us during school break and explore your gifts while learning different ways to enjoy the world around you; a different project every day! Ages 6-12, bring a lunch. Register through the Arts Center of Yates County at 315.536.8226.

More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!

My Daisy and Me Overnight: Art Edition! DATE: 4/17/18 - 4/8/18 TIME: 2 p.m. - 10 a.m. REGISTER BY: 3/29/18 LEVEL: Daisies, Adults COST: $25 Girl/$25 Adult REGION: 1 LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center A program for Daises and their mothers, or other special adult female in their life. Learn how to use resources wisely in the camp setting, and also earn the Outdoor Art Maker badge. Explore the outdoors and learn to look, listen and see nature in its prime. Girls will complete the Use Resources Wisely petal, as well as Outdoor Art Maker badge. We will be sleeping in the Nature Center. This is a heated building that has cots and mattresses. All meals will be provided throughout the duration of the weekend.

Build Your Own Badge Program! DATE: Ongoing TIME: At your convenience REGISTER BY: NA LEVEL: All COST: TBD/Call for information REGION: 4 LOCATION: Arts Center of Yates County, 127 Main St., Penn Yan, NY 14527 Is your troop looking for experienced artists to lead your girls through their Pottery or Textile Artist badges? How about their Painting, Drawing or Collage badges? Call the Arts Center of Yates County at 315.536.8226 to arrange for your badge program! (fee to be determined)

Backpack Badge Programs DATE: Ongoing TIME: At your convenience REGISTER BY: NA LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors,

Cadettes, Seniors COST: $11 Girl/$11 Adult REGION: All LOCATION: The Strong National Museum of Play, One Manhattan Square, Rochester, NY 14607 Backpack badge programs are available for Girl Scouts at The Strong Museum. Backpack experiences are scheduled at the troopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s convenience and full-day general museum admission is included, so groups can explore exhibits before or after their project. Backpacks include all materials necessary for leaders to guide scouts through specific badge requirements, including Arts and STEM badges. Activities are completed in museum exhibit Remember: spaces. Call registration 585.263.2700 is required to register for ALL or for more programs! information.

Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org

OUT DOOR /// Jump Start Your Journey: Think Like a Citizen Scientist for Juniors DATE: 4/13/18 - 4/15/18 TIME: 6:30 p.m. - 11 a.m. REGISTER BY: 4/4/18 LEVEL: Juniors, Adults COST: $45 Girl/$25 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: Amahami Adventure Center Explore the wilderness of Amahami and learn what it takes to become a citizen scientist. Juniors will learn about the scientific method, observation and data collection. They will leave the weekend with a Take Action Project plan ready to implement in their community.

Friction Fire Workshop DATE: 4/15/18 TIME: 9 a.m. - Noon REGISTER BY: 4/5/18 LEVEL: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults COST: $8 Girl/$8 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Hoover Adventure Center Use knife skills, plant ID and nature awareness to help make fire with sticks. Friction fire can happen many ways. We will discuss, then practice, multiple methods. Do you know the three things that need to happen in order for fire to occur? Come find out!

with advanced paddling knowledge and skills. After dinner, girls will receive personalized paddling instruction, learn about the basics of each type of boat at Comstock and have time to hone their skills in their selected craft. Girls and adults will enjoy an hour-long guided paddling experience along Cayuga Lake. This program will complete steps 1, 3 and 4 of the Senior Paddling Badge and Step 1 of the Ambassador Water Badge. This program does not complete any badge work for Cadettes, but Cadettes are welcome to attend!

Me and My Guy Outdoor Skills Overnight DATE: 4/27/18 - 4/29/18 TIME: 7 p.m. - 11 a.m. REGISTER BY: 4/19/18 LEVEL: All COST: $45 Girl/$45 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Hoover Adventure Center Learn and test your outdoor skills! Try multiple friction fire methods, make rope out of natural and found materials, practice tying knots, learn knife safety and cook over a campfire. Snack Friday night, all meals Saturday and breakfast Sunday are included. Dress warmly and be prepared to learn some awesome new skills! *If a guy would like to bring more than one girl, please contact us at program@gsnypenn.org.

Pizza & Paddling

The Big Outdoor Badge Day!

DATE: 4/27/18 TIME: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/13/18 LEVEL: Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults COST: $10 Girl/$10 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Comstock Adventure Center

DATE: 4/28/18 TIME: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/13/18 LEVEL: All COST: $20 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 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 8

Brownies, Juniors and Cadettes are invited to come earn two of their outdoor badges in one fast and fun day outdoors! Over the course of the day, Brownies will earn their Bugs badge and Hiker badge. Juniors will earn their

More programs & events are being added all the timeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;be sure to check gsnypenn.org!

Animal Habitats badge and Eco-Camper badge. Cadettes will earn their Trees badge and Primitive Camper badge. Overnight option: troops or individual girls with registered adults can elect to spend the night at camp Friday, April 27 for an additional $5 per person. Troops can check in any time between 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Friday night, and a campfire with camp songs will take place Friday night at 8 p.m.. Meals for the overnight are on your own.

Begin the day with awareness activities, using your senses to their full capabilities, then work towards movement and stealth by fox-walking. Once you begin to catch on to these skills, we will play games that reflect how well you can stalk silently in the woods. While on the trail, check for any signs of animals... what are they up to? What kind of animal may it be? What did you hear or did see any tracks? Come find out and use these skills in your own backyard. Please bring your own lunch.

Outdoor Skills and Thrills DATE: 5/4/18 - 5/6/18 TIME: 6 p.m. - 10 a.m. REGISTER BY: 5/1/18 LEVEL: Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors COST: $40 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 1 LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center Spend a weekend at camp and improve upon your outdoor skills. Girls will learn the basics of fire building, outdoor cooking, boating, archery, jackknife skills and more. This weekend is for girls only. They can be dropped off Friday and picked up Sunday at the conclusion of the program. Food will be provided.

Amahami Spring Work Day DATE: 5/12/18 TIME: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/9/18 LEVEL: All COST: $0 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: Amahami Adventure Center Come give back to your camp and help prepare Amahami for the summer! Wear clothes to work in and bring your own lunch.

Primitive Beginnings DATE: 5/12/18 TIME: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/3/18 LEVEL: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults COST: $15 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Hoover Adventure Center

Trefoil Work Weekend DATE: 5/12/18 - 5/13/18 TIME: 11 a.m. - 9 a.m. REGISTER BY: 5/3/18 LEVEL: All COST: $0 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 1 LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center Help get Trefoil ready for summer. Do some clean up projects like raking, cleaning up trails, weeding out gardens and planting some new flowers. This is a great way to earn community service hours. Troops and individual girls are welcome! Please bring your own lunch on Saturday. Dinner on Saturday and Breakfast on Sunday will be provided. You can come for the day, or stay overnight if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like. The choice is yours!

Cadette Badge Blitz DATE: 5/13/18 TIME: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/2/18 LEVEL: Cadettes, Adults COST: $18 Girl/$2 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: Amahami Adventure Center Spend the day exploring Amahami and earning some Cadette badges. Badge options may include (but arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t limited to) Trees, Archery, First Aid, Public Speaker and more.

Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org

Trefoil Summer Camp Open House

REGION: 3 LOCATION: Amahami Adventure Center

DATE: 5/13/18 TIME: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/3/18 LEVEL: All COST: $0 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 1 LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center

See what camp has to offer for the entire family! Spend 2 days and 1 night exploring Amahami and participating in camp activities such as boating, swimming, archery, arts and crafts, hiking and more! Meals provided on Saturday and Sunday, and each family will stay in their own private tent or cabin. At least one person in each family must be a registered Girl Scout. If you have a family with more than 5 members, please contact us at program@gsnypenn.org.

Are you a first timer interested in summer camp, but have never visited the property? This is the perfect opportunity to check it out. You can take a tour, meet some of the staff and have a Q&A Session with the Camp Director. Everyone is welcome!

Comstock Summer Camp Open House

Family Camp DATE: 5/19/18 - 5/20/18 TIME: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/3/18 LEVEL: All COST: $35 Girl/$35 Adult

DATE: 5/20/18 TIME: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/11/18 LEVEL: All COST: $0 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2

LOCATION: Comstock Adventure Center Are you a first timer interested in summer camp, but have never visited the property? This is the perfect opportunity to check it out. You can take a tour, meet some of the staff and have a Q&A Session with the Camp Director. Everyone is welcome!

Junior Jamboree DATE: 5/26/18 TIME: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/11/18 LEVEL: Juniors, Adults COST: $15 Girl/$5 Adult REGION: 1 LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center We’re bringing back the everpopular Junior Jamboree! Juniors will learn outdoor skills like outdoor cooking, knots, boating, fire building, teambuilding and more! The emphasis of this program will be on learning,

Experience camp at our GSNYPENN Adventure Centers! Amahami Adventure Center

is in Deposit, NY, in the foothills of the Catskill Mountain region. Amahami offers all campers the opportunity to expand their knowledge, confidence and comfort in nature through an immersive outdoor experience. The property features miles upon miles of hiking trails, including one to Amahami’s very own fire tower! Amahami is located on a small private lake. Campers may spend the week sleeping in a troop house, cabin or platform tent. Contact: Outdoor Program Manager Becca Scheetz at bscheetz@gsnypenn.org

Hoover Adventure Center

is in the heart of Central New York, located along the shores of Song Lake in Tully. Hoover is home to the region’s only Day Camp experience, offering the perfect opportunity for any camper looking to get their feet wet and explore what camp has to offer. Hoover’s unique, flat setting, with ample field space allows for a variety of fun summer time activities, such as field games, sports and exploring the many hiking trails on site. Hoover features two rustic cabin units and two platform tent units, for any camper who may choose to challenge themselves with an add-on overnight experience. Contact: Outdoor Program Manager Katie Falank at kfalank@gsnypenn.org

Comstock Adventure Center

in Ithaca, NY, is located along the shores of Cayuga Lake. Campers enjoy the unique natural surroundings created by the Finger Lakes while living in beautiful tree-top cabin village units. Comstock features nearly two miles of lakefront, offering a wide variety of water sports and a beautiful location to enjoy the sunrise or sunset. Comstock’s proximity to a variety of popular local destinations allows for many off-camp experiences for campers. Contact: Outdoor Program Manager Mandi Miller at mmiller@gsnypenn.org

Trefoil Adventure Center is

in Harrisville, NY, located on the outskirts of gorgeous Adirondack Park. Campers get the ultimate high adventure and wilderness experience while spending a week in an intimate, outdoorsy setting. Trefoil features GSNYPENN’s only high and low ropes course! With its proximity to Adirondack Park, Trefoil is a great location for any camper looking to explore the outdoors! Most campers spend their week sleeping in a-frame units, or our famous yurt! Contact: Outdoor Program Manager Betheny Jennings at bjennings@gsnypenn.org

More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!

rather than competing. This is a troop event, so you must register at least 5 girls to participate. Troops are welcome to spend the night at camp on Saturday. Email us at program@gsnypenn.org after registering to secure your spot these are limited! Lunch and a snack on Saturday will be provided. Participating in this program will prepare you for the Rainbow World Jamboree, which is an annual outdoor skills competition for Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors.

Amahami Summer Camp Open House DATE: 6/10/18 TIME: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. REGISTER BY: 6/1/18 LEVEL: All COST: $0 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: Amahami Adventure Center Are you a first timer interested in summer camp, but have never visited the property? This is the perfect opportunity to check it out. You can take a tour, meet some of the staff and have a Q&A Session with the Camp Director. Everyone is welcome!

Summer Camp Kick-Off DATE: 6/13/18 TIME: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. REGISTER BY: 6/4/18

LEVEL: All COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Norsen Bridge County Park, 6744 Pulver Rd., Newark, NY 14513 Girls of all ages are invited to a fun evening of camp programming. Participants will make a s’more, “spider dog” and classic camp craft and also enjoy some camp songs and games. This is the perfect program to end the school year and kick-off summer!

Summer Camp Kick-Off DATE: 6/14/18 TIME: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. REGISTER BY: 6/4/18 LEVEL: All COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Oneida Shores County Park, 9248 McKinley Ridge Rd., Brewerton, NY 13029 Girls of all ages are invited to a fun evening of camp programming. Participants will make a s’more, “spider dog” and classic camp craft and also enjoy some camp songs and games. This is the perfect program to end the school year and kick-off summer!

Family Day DATE: 6/16/18 TIME: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. REGISTER BY: 6/8/18 LEVEL: All COST: $15 Girl/$15 Adult REGION: 1 LOCATION: Trefoil Adventure Center Bring the family and enjoy a day at camp. Activities may include boating, fishing, hiking, ropes, archery and much more! What better place to celebrate Father’s Day than outdoors with the whole family? Please bring a bag lunch and water bottle. We will be cooking out for dinner.

Hoover Summer Camp Open House DATE: 6/24/18 TIME: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. REGISTER BY: 6/15/18 LEVEL: All COST: $0 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Hoover Adventure Center Are you a first timer interested in summer camp, but have never visited the property? This is the perfect opportunity to check it out. You can take a tour, meet some of the staff and have a Q&A Session with the Camp Director. Everyone is welcome!

Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org

LIFE SK ILLS//////// COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 1 LOCATION: Canton Free Library, 8 Park St., Canton, NY 13617

DATE: 5/16/18 TIME: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/2/18 LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 4 LOCATION: Canisteo United Methodist Church, 37 Greenwood St., Canisteo, NY 14823

#HealthyRelationships DATE: 4/7/18 TIME: 10 a.m. - Noon REGISTER BY: 3/23/18 LEVEL: Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 1 LOCATION: Port Leyden Fire Hall, 3387 Douglas St., Port Leyden, NY 13433 DATE: 4/17/18 TIME: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/9/18 LEVEL: Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Cicero Service Center DATE: 4/19/18 TIME: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/4/18 LEVEL: Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 4 LOCATION: Christ Episcopal Church, 1 Main St., Towanda, PA 18848 Does your girl struggle with healthy relationships, bullying or other social pressures at school, on a team or elsewhere? This program will help girls begin to explore what constitutes healthy relationships and provide them with the tools they need to help themselves or their friends as they navigate through various social 12

situations. This program is a safe space for honest and constructive conversation. Patch will be provided.

She Can Be...Anything! DATE: 4/10/18 TIME: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/3/18 LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 4 LOCATION: Horseheads Service Center DATE: 5/8/18 TIME: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/1/18 LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: New Hartford Public Library, 2 Library Ln., New Hartford, NY 13413 DATE: 5/11/18 TIME: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/27/18 LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 1 LOCATION: Port Leyden Fire Hall, 3387 Douglas St., Port Leyden, NY 13433 DATE: 5/12/18 TIME: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/27/18 LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors

DATE: 5/21/18 TIME: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/14/18 LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: St. John’s Church, 134 Main St., Delhi, NY 13753 Does your girl believe she can become anything she wants to be? From doctor to meteorologist to firefighter and beyond, girls grow up to have all kinds of awesome jobs! In this exciting program, your girl will have fun exploring various careers through interactive activities. Let your girl know that you believe in her dreams! Fun Patch included.

Healthy Relationships & Bullying DATE: 4/16/18 TIME: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/3/18 LEVEL: Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: First United Methodist Church, 53 McKinley Ave., Endicott, NY 13760 Girls will engage in exercises from the “Safe Dates Prevention Program.” This program helps teens recognize the difference between caring, supportive relationships and controlling, manipulative, or abusive relationships.

More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!

This session will help girls begin to explore what constitutes healthy relationships, provide them with the skills and resources to help themselves or friends. We will also talk about the dangers of bullying and what girls can do to be better friends to each other. Patch will be provided.

Comfort Zone! DATE: 5/5/18 TIME: 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/23/18 LEVEL: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: Walton Middle School, 47-49 Stockton Ave., Walton, NY 13856 Girls will learn about issues that teens often face while transitioning into middle and high school. We will talk about body image issues, peer pressure, how to develop healthy relationships, and how social media affects self-esteem and relationships. Girls will learn about tips for staying safe and how to feel confident! Lunch will be provided, as well as a snack and beverage. Patch will also be provided. Join us for this awesome “feel good” program that will help girls get into their “Comfort Zone!” This program fits in with the following Journeys: Girltopia, Mission: Sisterhood and AMAZE.

Early Bird Renewal Starts April 1 It’s time to think about renewing your special girl’s Girl Scout membership for another great year of adventure! Similar to last year, girls will earn a special Power of G.I.R.L. patch. While you’re at it, renew your own membership and experience the satisfaction that comes from volunteering! Our girls need strong role models from all walks of life to help with activities. Keep an eye out for more great incentives to be announced soon!

Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org

T RAVE L///// Boston Whale Watch

DATE: 6/1/18 - 6/3/18 TIME: NA REGISTER BY: 4/16/18 LEVEL: All COST: $430 Girl/$430 Adult REGION: All LOCATION: Boston, MA We travel to Boston on Friday night. Saturday we’ll start our day by walking the Freedom Trail before we travel to Gloucester to take to the high seas for a whale watch! After a day of fresh sea air, we’ll enjoy an old-fashioned lobster bake! Sunday, we’ll visit the Boston Aquarium, have lunch and head to Salem to visit the Salem Wax Museum before we head home!

REGION: All LOCATION: 701 Whirlpool St., Niagara Falls, NY 14301

Our trip will start with an overnight at the Aquarium of Niagara where we’ll experience the aquarium like never before! The team will guide us through activities, games and an interactive touch tank before we sleep “among” sea lions, penguins and otters! In the morning, we’ll have breakfast, watch a private sea lion show, stop for lunch and end our trip with a visit to the Buffalo Zoo! Cost includes transportation, zoo entry, dinner, overnight at the aquarium and breakfast. Buses will leave from Binghamton and Watertown. *Please remember: if Daisies attend they must be accompanied by a parent who has gone through our background check.*

Overnight at the Aquarium of Niagara

London to Lucerne 2019

DATE: 6/16/18 - 6/17/18 TIME: NA REGISTER BY: 5/10/18 LEVEL: All COST: $110 Girl/$110 Adult

DATE: 7/8/19 - 7/18/19 TIME: NA REGISTER BY: 5/1/19 LEVEL: All COST: $4,695 Girl/$5,245 Adult

Extended Trips & Destinations Webinar Is your Troop planning an extended trip? Not sure where to start? This webinar is for you! We’ll also discuss the application and selection process for GSUSA Destinations and exciting trips to London and Lucerne, Boston, and Niagara Falls! This webinar is for Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, leaders and parents. DATE: March 19, April 18, May 7 TIME: 7-8 p.m. COST: $0 Girl/$0 Adult Please register in advance via eBiz. REGION: All LOCATION: Europe Three European cities. Two WAGGS Centers. One amazing tour. We will experience incredible adventures through the bustling streets of London, museums of Paris and high up into the Swiss Alps. Among our stops will be a trip to Pax Lodge, the Louvre and our Chalet! Fee includes round-trip flight from Syracuse, transportation, nine overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms, and European breakfast and dinner daily. Passport required.

More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!

ST E M/////// GSI - Girl Scout Investigators!

Soarin’ STEM

DATE: 3/31/18 TIME: 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/16/18 LEVEL: Cadettes COST: $7 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 1 LOCATION: SUNY Canton, Payson Hall, 34 Cornell Dr., Canton, NY 13617

DATE: 4/7/18 TIME: 10 a.m. - Noon REGISTER BY: 3/16/18 LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies COST: $10 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Cicero Service Center

Criminal Science students from SUNY Canton will help you discover the world of forensic science. Practice your powers of observation while you investigate a crime scene and earn the Cadette Special Detective Badge. Bring a bag lunch and drink. Adults must attend within ratio.

Wild Side of Science DATE: 4/7/18 TIME: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/23/18 LEVEL: All COST: $7 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 4 LOCATION: Sigma Xi Chapter at Alfred University, Science Center, Pine St., Alfred, NY 14802 Want to take a walk on the wild side of science? Alfred University’s chapter of Sigma Xi invites girls grades K-12 to come and explore the sciences on campus. Learn about the natural world and maybe even play with bugs. Daisies will participate in an array of science and nature activities. Brownies will earn their Bugs badge. Juniors will earn their Product Designer badge. Cadettes will complete the Trees badge. Seniors will fulfill their Science of Style badge and Ambassadors will earn their Good Credit badge. The requirements for each badge will be fulfilled by various activities run by STEM-related clubs from Alfred. Fun patch for Daisy scouts and badges for all other levels are included in the program.

DATE: 4/7/18 TIME: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/16/18 LEVEL: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors COST: $10 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Cicero Service Center Enjoy STEM Saturday at the Promise Center! This program is offered on the first Saturday of every month. Each month will have a different theme. Young scientists (Daisy/Brownie) have their session from 10 a.m. to Noon. Older scientists (Junior through Ambassadors) will have their session from 2-4 p.m. This program is all about our feathered friends! Girls will learn about birds and the properties of eggs by conducting egg-speriments! This program will be conducted partially outside. Please dress for the weather and bring a water bottle. Two free adult volunteer slots are available. Adults may be asked to assist during the program.

Pop-Up STEM! DATE: 4/13/18 TIME: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/13/18 LEVEL: All COST: $0 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 4 LOCATION: United Methodist Church, 7528 N. Main St. Ext., Hornell, NY 14843 While the adults shop at our Pop-Up Boutique, girls will learn about STEM, some of the programs we offer, and perform some fun, simple science experiments. Stop in and see us!

STEM Sampler! DATE: 4/26/18 TIME: 10 a.m. - Noon REGISTER BY: 4/12/18 LEVEL: Brownies COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 4 LOCATION: Horseheads Service Center DATE: 4/26/18 TIME: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/12/18 LEVEL: Juniors COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 4 LOCATION: Horseheads Service Center Do you like science and math? This program is for you! Join us as we dive into STEM through several hands-on fun and engaging activities.

Robot Riot: Intro to Lego Robotics and FIRST Lego League DATE: 5/2/18, 5/9/18, 5/16/18, 5/23/18, 5/30/18 (Wednesdays in May) TIME: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/25/18 LEVEL: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults COST: $20 Girl/$20 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Cicero Service Center

Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org

Using a Mindstorm Lego kit provided, each participant will work individually or in groups to build a robot using kit instructions or wherever their creativity takes them! Using a robot program, the robot will perform a series of tasks and finally redesign to compete in a Sumobots tournament and challenge at SUNY Polytechnic Institute in Utica. Along the way we will look at FIRST Lego League and FIRST Tech Challenge to begin forming new teams for the 201819 season. The series will take place on Tuesday evenings from 6-8 p.m. In June, we will add a meeting or two to prepare for Robot Riot. Fee includes all sessions, kit usage, snack during program and Robot Riot Registration.

Teddy CSI DATE: 5/10/18 TIME: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/3/18 LEVEL: Brownie, Junior COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 4 LOCATION: Horseheads Service Center Back by popular demand! While investigating a crime scene, girls will learn various forensic techniques. Working together, will they be able to find out “Who borrowed Mr. Bear?” Fun patch included.

Sunny Petal Workshop

DATE: 5/5/18 TIME: 10 a.m. - Noon REGISTER BY: 4/20/18 LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies COST: $10 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Cicero Service Center

DATE: 5/19/18 TIME: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. REGISTER BY: 5/18/18 LEVEL: Daisies COST: $10 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier, 60 Morgan Rd., Binghamton, NY 13906

DATE: 5/5/18 TIME: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/20/18 LEVEL: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors COST: $10 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Cicero Service Center

Hear a read aloud of Sunny’s story and be friendly and helpful to our animal friends right here in the museum! With your fellow Daisies, make a collaborative mural honoring our furry friends. Try out a dog biscuit recipe to share with the pups at the Humane Society! Badge certificate included.

Starry STEM

Enjoy STEM Saturday at the Promise Center! This program is offered on the first Saturday of every month. Each month will have a different theme. Young scientists (Daisy/Brownie) have their session from 10 a.m. to Noon. Older scientists (Junior through Ambassadors) will have their session from 2-4 p.m. Have you ever wanted to learn about the stars and our solar system? Here’s your chance! Girls will learn about astronomy by participating in fun activities and making a solaractive bracelet that reacts to UV light. A snack will also be provided! Please dress for the weather and bring a water bottle. Two free adult volunteer slots are available. Adults may be asked to assist during the program. 16

Gardener Workshop DATE: 5/19/18 TIME: 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/18/18 LEVEL: Juniors COST: $10 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier, 60 Morgan Rd., Binghamton, NY 13906 Literature and plants collide in our very own story garden. Get dirty helping to plant spring bulbs and take home a special planter craft. Badge included.

Pets Snooze Letterboxing Workshop DATE: 5/19/18 TIME: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/18/18 LEVEL: Brownies COST: $10 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier, 60 Morgan Rd., Binghamton, NY 13906 Learn the history of Letterboxing and make a collaborative letterbox for the Discovery Center. You’ll make your own individual stamps to your Letterboxing badge! Badge included.

DATE: 5/19/18 - 5/20/18 TIME: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 a.m. REGISTER BY: 5/18/18 LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors COST: $35 Girl/$8 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier, 60 Morgan Rd., Binghamton, NY 13909 Enjoy a yummy dinner and then get an up-close look at the animals inside the Discovery Center. Make treats to take home to your furry friends. Learn how to be a great pet owner. Start out by caring for your own pet rock! Enjoy plenty of museum play and earn the base DC fun badge! Fee includes badge, dinner, breakfast and workshop. Troop leaders are always free! Add $8 per additional

More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!

STEM Lab at the Promise Center Did you know we have a STEM Lab at our Cicero Service Center available for Troops? We’ve also created a series of Tech Tubs with several fun STEM activities for use in the lab! NEW: STEM Saturdays! Come explore a different side of STEM the first Saturday of every month at the Promise Center! We’re offering exciting opportunities for girls of all ages. Check out our upcoming offerings on pages 15-17 of this guide! Want to explore on your own? Try our Tech Tubs and GoldiBlox kits!

FUN PATCH TECH TUBS Use of the STEM Lab and Fun Patch Tech Tub costs just $20 and includes: ⬥ STEM activity with easy to follow directions ⬥ Supplies for up to 12 girls ⬥ Fun Patch for all participants adult. DC fun patch included.

Soak up STEM DATE: 6/2/18 TIME: 10 a.m. - Noon REGISTER BY: 5/18/18 LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies COST: $10 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Cicero Service Center DATE: 6/2/18 TIME: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/18/18 LEVEL: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors COST: $10 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Cicero Service Center Enjoy STEM Saturday at the Promise Center! This program is offered on the first Saturday of every month. Each month will have a different theme. Young scientists (Daisy/Brownie) have their session from 10 a.m. to Noon. Older scientists (Junior through Ambassadors) will have their session from 2-4 p.m. Do you want to learn about water and learn how to be a water conservation hero? You will make a splash at this program by participating in many water related activities and games and have a wet-nwild snack. Please dress for the weather and bring a water bottle. Two free adult volunteer slots are available. Adults may be asked to assist during the program.

FUN PATCH TECH TUBS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE: ⬥ Science Discovery (Daisy) ⬥ Science in Action (Brownie) ⬥ Earth is Our Home (Brownie) ⬥ Science Sleuth (Junior) ⬥ Engineering Sampler (Cadette/Senior/ Ambassador) Multi-level Troop? Contact us to discuss Tech Tub options.

BADGE TECH TUBS Use of the STEM Lab and Badge Tech Tub costs just $20 and includes GoldieBlox kits to complete requirements for new Daisy and Brownie engineering badges for up to 12 girls. Making Things Move (Daisy) ⬥ Contains parts to complete all badge activities for the 3 new badges: o Board Game Design Challenge o Roller Coaster Design Challenge o Model Car Design Challenge Making Things Zoom (Brownie) ⬥ Contains parts to complete all badge activities for the 3 new badges: o Fling Flyer Design Challenge o Leap Bot Design Challenge o Race Car Design Challenge Note: Badges are not included in rental cost. Bringing more than 12 girls? No problem! Please add $2 per additional girl. Use Doubleknot to reserve the STEM Lab and select your corresponding Tech Tub. (See “How to Register” on page 4 of this guide.)

TRAVELING FROM OUT OF TOWN? MAKE IT AN OVERNIGHT! Book the Cicero Activity Center for just $25 - make your reservation through Doubleknot. Be sure to check out our list of local partners under the “Events & Programs” tab on our website at gsnypenn.org to make a whole weekend out of it!

Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org

SC HOOL BRE AK SCOUT S///// Bring a friend so she can experience all the fun that Girl Scouts has to offer. If non-registered girls decide to join Girl Scouts, $10 of the program fee can be applied toward the $25 annual membership.

Earth Day Celebration! DATE: 4/20/18 TIME: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/6/18 LEVEL: All COST: $25 GS, $35 non-GS Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Comstock Adventure Center Join us for a special Earth Day-themed day camp experience! Girls of all ages are welcome. Spend the day making crafts, playing gaga ball, exploring nature and celebrating Earth Day by completing a special sustainable project that will make a positive impact at camp! Bring your own lunch, snacks provided.

Summer Teaser! DATE: 4/23/18 TIME: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/9/18 LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors COST: $25 GS, $35 non-GS Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 4 LOCATION: Horseheads Service Center Summer will be here before you know it! Get ready for a taste of some of the fun you will have at camp, including games, activities, crafts and more! Snack will be provided, but please bring a lunch.

Spring into STEM- Bugs and Flowers DATE: 4/24/18 TIME: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/3/18 LEVEL: Brownies, Juniors COST: $25 GS, $35 non-GS Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Cicero Service Center Come and earn one (or all) of these 18

badges. Spring into spring by learning all about insects and flowers! Participate in fun science experiments, go on a short nature walk, play games, make a craft and a have a snack. Please dress for the weather and bring your own lunch. An extra change of clothes wouldn’t be the worst idea…just in case things get messy!

Spring Fever! DATE: 4/25/18 TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/16/18 LEVEL: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes COST: $25 GS, $35 non-GS Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 3 LOCATION: Herkimer County Community College, 100 Reservoir Rd., Herkimer, NY 13350 Spring fever has taken over! Join us for a full day of programming as we explore the nature trail behind HCCC and look for new growth and animal life by looking for tracks and traces! Complete activities from the ‘Art in the Outdoors’ program, plant seeds to take home, plus make edible campfires and other spring activities! Bring a bagged lunch and we’ll provide the rest: snack, beverage, and fun patch included. Registration/drop-off starts at 8:30 a.m. and the program ends at 4 p.m.

Spring into STEM - Detective and Senses DATE: 4/25/18 TIME: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/3/18 LEVEL: Brownies, Juniors COST: $25 GS, $35 non-GS Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Cicero Service Center

Come and earn one (or all) of these badges. Have you ever wanted to be a detective and master your senses (including the power of observation)? Girls will practice mastering their detective skills by solving a mystery and conducting science experiments. They will also play games and have a snack. Please dress for the weather and bring your own lunch. An extra change of clothes wouldn’t be the worst idea…just in case things get messy!

Spring into STEM- Discover Science! DATE: 4/26/18 TIME: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/3/18 LEVEL: Brownies, Juniors COST: $25 GS, $35 non-GS Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Cicero Service Center Come and earn one (or all) of these badges. Spring into spring by doing epic science experiments that will make you say “”Wow!”” Girls will participate in fun science experiments, play games, make a fun science related craft (or two!) and a have a snack. At the end of the day, girls will earn the Discover fun patch. Please dress for the weather and bring your own lunch. An extra change of clothes wouldn’t be the worst idea…just in case things get messy!

More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!

SIGNAT URE EVE NT S///// Sister to Sister

LOCATION: Exact location in Corning, NY to be announced

DATE: 4/14/18 TIME: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. REGISTER BY: 3/30/18 LEVEL: Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults COST: $8 Girl/$8 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Wells College, 170 Main St., Aurora, NY 13026 Our Sister to Sister event will start with a hunger banquet! Girls and adults will experience first-hand what it’s like to dine based upon affluence and learn about unequal distribution of food among the world’s population. After lunch, Brownies and Juniors will take part in break out sessions on body image with Zumba and healthy relationships, while Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors will participate in sessions on education and safe dating. This promises to be an event of great impact for all who attend!

SWEet Scout STEM Day DATE: 5/6/18 TIME: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. REGISTER BY: 4/27/18 LEVEL: Junior, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors COST: $8 Girl/$0 Adult REGION: 4

Join us for the 5th annual SWEet Girl Scout STEM event. Girls will rotate through 20-30 minute stations with hands-on science and engineering activities led by women engineers and scientists from the Twin Tiers section of the Society of Women Engineers. The event will also include a career activity for girls interested in pursuing a STEM career. Fee includes snack and patch.

Youth Homeless Experience DATE: 5/11/18 - 5/12/18 TIME: 5 p.m. - 9 a.m. REGISTER BY: 4/27/18 LEVEL: Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults COST: $5 Girl/$5 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Falcon Park, 130 N. Division St., Auburn, NY 13021 Join us for the 5th Annual Youth Homeless Experience! Students in 2-12 grade from Girl Scouts and other local youth groups will build their own shelter for the night. They will learn about hunger and homelessness in our area from those involved in agencies and organizations which support people in these situations. Local community

leaders will speak about homelessness and hunger and participants will complete activities focusing around the issues. The event will end in the morning with an Oxfam Hunger Banquet breakfast. In addition to the participant entry fee, each person is also required to bring a personal care item, non-perishable food item or clothing donation to help our assisting organization. Trusted and trained adult volunteer leaders will participate in activities and provide supervision for the evening.

The Great Eight Outdoor Skillsfest DATE: 6/3/18 TIME: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. REGISTER BY: 5/19/18 LEVEL: All COST: $10 Girl/$10 Adult REGION: 2 LOCATION: Dryer Road Park, 7405 Dryer Rd., Victor, NY 14564 Can you tie a clover hitch or make the perfect fire? Here’s the chance to learn! Girls and troops are invited to Boughton Park for this special festival entirely focused around building basic skillsthe Great Eight- every girl should know! Girls will rotate through five hands-on activities throughout the course of the day, learning from experts and specialists about wilderness survival, knot tying, outdoor cooking techniques and compass skills. We’ll show you what being a Girl Scout is really all about! 19

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HIGHEST AWARDS// Striving for Silver, Going for Gold Awards Webinar Wondering exactly what it takes to earn Girl Scouting’s Highest Awards? Join us for an interactive webinar focusing on requirements and processes associated with earning Silver and Gold Awards. Discussion will include how to choose a project, how to write a proposal, how to document your project and much more! After this webinar, you’ll have the tools you need to succeed. Webinar is for Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, leaders and parents. DATE: March 19, April 18, May 7 | TIME: 6-7 p.m. | Cost: $0 Girl/$0 Adult Please register in advance via eBiz.

National Leadership and Mentoring Awards for Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors Are your teen Girl Scouts looking for more opportunities to showcase their leadership skills, work with younger girls and perform community service? The National Leadership and Mentoring Awards are a great place to start! These awards are girl-led and leader-approved. Complete requirements for all awards can be found in the Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting for Cadette, Senior and Ambassador levels. Guides can be purchased at the Girl Scout Boutique.

CADETTE GIRL SCOUTS Silver Torch Earned by a Cadette Girl Scout who completes a Cadette Leadership Journey at their current level, including the Take Action Project. Girl Scout must also serve a full term in a leadership position in a place of her choice. Once complete, leaders approve and award the pin. Leader in Action (LiA) Earned by a Girl Scout Cadette who helps a Brownie Troop or group work on any of the three Leadership Journeys. Complete requirements for earning the award can be found in any of the Brownie Journey Leader Guides. Program Aide (PA) Earned by a Girl Scout Cadette who has earned one LiA Award and then completes a Council-designed leadership course. After completing these first two steps, girls will need to work with younger girls over six sessions in addition to those done for the LiA Award.

SENIOR GIRL SCOUTS Silver and Gold Torch Earned by a Senior Girl Scout who completes a Senior Leadership Journey, including the Take Action Project. Girl Scout must also serve a full term in a leadership position in a place of her choice. Once compete, leaders approve and award the pin. Counselor in Training I (CIT) Earned by a Senior Girl Scout who mentors younger girls in a camp setting for one session. Requires completion of a Councildesigned leadership course, available this year at Comstock Adventure Center during summer resident camp.

Counselor in Training (CIT II) Earned by an Ambassador Girl Scout who first completes the CIT I award. Must then mentor younger girls in a camp setting for one session while focusing on increasing skills in a particular area - such as archery or lifeguarding. Available this year at Comstock Adventure Center during summer resident camp. Volunteer in Training (VIT) Earned by an Ambassador Girl Scout who mentors younger girls outside of a camp experience.

ALL LEVELS – CADETTES, SENIORS, AMBASSADORS

AMBASSADOR GIRL SCOUTS

Community Service Bars Earned at every level. Girls provide at least 20 hours of community service to the same organization. Leaders should approve the organization and type of service being provided. Girls track their own hours and the leader approves and awards the pin.

Gold Torch Earned by an Ambassador Girl Scout who completes an Ambassador Leadership Journey, including the Take Action Project. Girl Scout must also serve a full term in a leadership position in a place of her choice. Once complete, leaders approve and award the pin.

Service to Girl Scouting Bars Earned at every level. Girls provide at least 20 hours of community service to Girl Scouting at the Troop, Service Unit or Council-level. Girls track their own hours and the leader approves and awards the pin.

Volunteer in Training (VIT) Earned by a Senior Girl Scout who mentors a younger girl troop outside of a camp experience.

Counselor in Training (CIT I) Earned by an Ambassador Girl Scout who mentors younger girls in a camp setting for one session. Requires completion of a Council-designed leadership course, available this year at Comstock Adventure Center during summer resident camp.

For more information about these awards, requirements to earn them or current Council opportunities, please email program@gsnypenn.org.

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Awards Overview HIGHEST AWARDS

BRONZE AWARD

SILVER AWARD

GOLD AWARD

Grade Levels

Girl must be in 4th or 5th grade and a registered Girl Scout Junior

Girl must be in 6th, 7th or 8th grade and a registered Girl Scout Cadette

Girl must be in 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grade and a registered Girl Scout Senior or Ambassador

Overview

First complete a Junior Journey • Take action on a community issue the troop or group cares about • Council approval is needed for any money earning

First complete a Cadette Journey and the Silver Award Training • Work as an individual or in a small group of 4 or less • Take action on a community issue that the girls care about • Council approval is needed for any money earning

First complete two Journeys (Senior or Ambassador) or earn the Silver Award and complete one Senior or Ambassador Journey and complete the Gold Award Training • Girls work individually • Take action on a community issue the girl cares about • Council approval is needed for any money earning

Troop/Group Volunteer

Council’s Awards Program Manager

Council’s Gold Award Committee

Bronze Final Report

Silver Final Report

Gold Proposal and Final Report (see website for submission deadlines for proposals)

September 30 of 6th grade

September 30 of 9th grade

September 30 following graduation from high school

• Junior Journey • Bronze Award Girl Guidelines • Adult Guide

• Cadette Journey • Silver Award Girl Guidelines • Adult Guide • Council Training

• Senior and/or Ambassador Journeys • Gold Award Girl Guidelines • Gold Adult Guide • Council Training

Project Hours Per Girl

(Includes brainstorming, research, implementation, reflection)

Project Approval Submission to Council Deadline for Final Reports Resources

Award guidelines can be found in the Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting or at gsnypenn.org. If you have any questions or are ready to submit your Gold Award project proposal or final report, contact us at program@gsnypenn.org. Special request trainings are available to troops with a 6-girl minimum. To request a training, please contact us at the above email.

Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org

T RAINING & WOR KSHOPS////// New Leader Quick Start

Description: Complete both your Leader Orientation and Leadership Essentials in one session. This combination will ensure you have all the information needed to start your troop with confidence! Cost per Adult: Free DATE

TIME

REGION LOCATION

3/17/18

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

3/14/18

Johnson City Service Center

3/20/18 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

4/16/18

Molto Espresso, 147 Delaware St., Walton, NY 13856

4/9/18

5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

4/3/18

Sherburne Public Library, 2 E. State St., Sherburne, NY 13460

4/10/18

6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

4/6/18

Fingerlakes Mall, Community Room, 1579 Clark Street Rd., Auburn, NY 13022

4/16/18

5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

4/9/18

Watertown Service Center

4/17/18

5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

4/11/18

Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut St., Oneonta, NY 13820

4/18/18

5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

4/11/18

Central Square Community Church, 833 U.S. Rte. 11, Central Square, NY 13036

4/18/18

6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

4/16/18

Johnson City Service Center

4/24/18 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

4/20/18

St. Catherine's of Siena, 309 Siena Dr., Ithaca, NY 14850

4/25/18 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

4/19/18

Sullivan Library, 101 Falls Blvd., Chittenango, NY 13037

5/16/18

6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

5/14/18

Johnson City Service Center

5/17/18

6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

5/14/18

First United Methodist Church of Homer, 16 Cayuga St., Homer, NY 13077

5/19/18

9 a.m. - Noon

5/13/18

Guernsey Memorial Library, 3 Court St., Norwich, NY 13815

5/21/18

6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

5/16/18

Sidney Memorial Public Library , 8 River St., Sidney, NY 13838

5/23/18 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

5/17/18

New Berlin Library, 15 S. Main St., New Berlin, NY 13411

8/28/18 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

8/24/18

New Hartford Service Center

Service Unit Round Table Description: Spend time connecting, brainstorming, sharing successes and gaining support with other service areas. Cost per Adult: Free

DATE

TIME

REGION LOCATION

3/17/18

9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

3/11/18

Plate & Pallet, 10 East Main St., Morrisville, NY 13408

4/14/18

10 a.m. - Noon

4/10/18

Molto Espresso, 147 Delaware St., Walton, NY 13856

5/7/18

6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

4/30/18

Watertown Service Center

5/8/18

6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

5/1/18

Lyons Library, 122 Broad St., Lyons, NY 14489

5/9/18

6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

5/2/18

Geneva First United Methodist Church, 360 S. Main St., Geneva, NY 14456

5/14/18

6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

5/10/18

DeWitt Community Library, 5110 Jamesville Rd., Syracuse, NY 13078

5/14/18

6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

5/7/18

Central Square McDonald's, 3001 East Ave., Central Square, NY 13036

7/28/18

10 a.m. - Noon

7/25/18

Johnson City Service Center

More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!

Leadership Essentials Description: Learn tips and tricks of working with your girls as they progress through the Girl Scout Leadership Experience! Cost per Adult: Free DATE

TIME

REGION LOCATION

3/22/18 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

3/15/18

East Syracuse Free Library, 4990 James St., East Syracuse, NY 13057

5/7/18

6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

5/1/18

Johnson City Service Center

5/19/18

10 a.m. - Noon

5/11/18

Sidney Memorial Public Library , 8 River St., Sidney, NY 13838

Simply Successful Overnights Description: Learn how to take your troop on overnight trips. SSO prepares participants for planning and facilitating a safe group overnight Girl Scout experience - such as at a lock-in, hotel or home sleepover. Workshop does not include camping overnight and is a pre-requisite for Simply Successful Camping. Cost per Adult: Free DATE

TIME

REGION LOCATION

3/24/18 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

3/19/18

Basloe Public Library, 245 Main St., Herkimer, NY 13350

4/16/18

4/8/18

All

Webinar - Virtual

4/24/18 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

4/18/18

Johnson City Service Center

4/28/18 10 a.m. - Noon

4/23/18

Molto Espresso, 147 Delaware St., Walton, NY 13856

5/11/18

6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

4/27/18

Comstock Program Center

6/4/18

6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

5/30/18

New Hartford Service Center

7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Spring Learning Retreat Description: Strengthen your Girl Scout skills and accomplish your personal goals. A variety of Girl Scout courses and personal development workshops will be offered. Cost per Adult: Free DATE

TIME

REGION LOCATION

3/24/18 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

3/20/18

Corning Community College Nursing School, 1 Academic Dr., Corning, NY 14830

4/14/18

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

4/2/18

Lyons Community Center, 9 Manhattan St., Lyons, NY 14489

5/19/18

10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

5/14/18

United Methodist Church, 66 Chestnut St., Oneonta, NY 13820

Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org

High Adventure Opportunities & Resources Description: Is your troop clamoring for more outdoor thrills, but you don’t have experience to lead activities? There are tons of organizations that run trips and programs that provide adult leadership and guides - you will only need to sign your girls up! Come learn about opportunities in New York State and beyond. (Seniors and Ambassadors are also welcome to attend.) Cost per Adult: Free

DATE

TIME

3/29/18 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

REGION LOCATION

3/27/18

Horseheads Service Center

American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Description: American Red Cross First Aid & CPR Skills Session is a blended learning training. An online portion will need to be completed before the skills session. Cost per Adult: $35 DATE

TIME

REGION LOCATION

4/4/18

6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

3/21/18

Watertown Service Center

4/7/18

11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

4/3/18

Canton Library, 8 Park St. Canton, NY 13617

4/9/18

5:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

3/26/18

Oswego Public Library, 120 E. 2nd St., Oswego, NY 13126

4/11/18

6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.

4/6/18

New Hartford Service Center

4/19/18

6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

4/5/18

Cicero Service Center

5/9/18

6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.

5/4/18

First United Methodist Church, 400 N. George Street, Rome, NY 13440

Leave No Trace Awareness Training Description: Leave No Trace (LNT) teaches people of all ages how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly and is the most widely accepted outdoor ethics program used on public lands to apply practices to create as minimal of an impact as possible on the environment. As good stewards of the land, LNT training is essential for any Girl Scout or Adult Volunteer who enjoys the outdoors. Through an engaging mix of activities, discussion and exploration, participants will learn and gain an understanding of all LNT principles and their application and take away a booklet of activities for further learning with their troop. Volunteers will also gain a basic understanding of how to practice minimal impact camping for primitive and backcountry camping trips. The workshop will be led by a certified LNT Trainer. Cost per Adult: Free DATE

TIME

REGION LOCATION

4/5/18

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

3/30/18

Cicero Service Center

5/15/18

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

5/7/18

Comstock Adventure Center

Ceremonies and Traditions Description: Learn about various Girl Scout ceremonies and conduct a Flag Ceremony, Investiture and Bridging Ceremony. Cost per Adult: Free

DATE

TIME

REGION LOCATION

4/10/18

6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

4/3/18

Lyons Community Center, 9 Manhattan St., Lyons, NY, 14489

4/15/18

3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

4/12/18

United Methodist Church, 36 Main St., Wellsboro, PA 16901

4/19/18

6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

4/17/18

Horseheads Service Center

4/30/18 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

4/24/18

Wilber Park Pavilion, Albert Morris Dr., Oneonta, NY 13820

5/8/18

6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

5/4/18

St. Catherine's of Siena, 309 Siena Dr., Ithaca, NY 14850

5/9/18

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

5/5/18

Basloe Public Library, 245 Main St., Herkimer, NY 13350

6/2/18

10 a.m. - Noon

5/24/18

Cicero Service Center

More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!

Simply Successful Camping Description: Completion of Simply Successful Camping will allow volunteers to take a troop camping in a lodge, cabin or tent. Participants camp in tents and learn to plan and facilitate a safe group outing. Topics include meal prep, safety, and fire building. A supplies list with more details will be emailed to you after registration.Â Cost per Adult: $25 DATE

TIME

REGION LOCATION

5/5-5/6/18

4 p.m. - 4 p.m.

4/16/18

Hoover Adventure Center

5/11-5/12/18

6 p.m. - 6 p.m.

4/20/18

Trefoil Adventure Center

5/12-5/13/18 10 a.m. - Noon

4/27/18

Comstock Program Center

Archery Training Description: Completion of this course allows you to teach archery to Girl Scouts within the NYPENN council. This course will be taught by a Certified Level 1 Archery Instructor. Please bring a bag lunch and water bottle. Cost per Adult: $10 DATE

TIME

REGION LOCATION

5/27/18

11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

5/21/18

Trefoil Adventure Center

Financial Report Webinar Description: Review all materials and information needed to complete your Year End Reports with ease! Cost per Adult: Free DATE TIME REGISTER BY REGION LOCATION 6/5/18

7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

6/3/18

All

Virtual

6/14/18

10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

6/12/18

All

Virtual

6/23/18

All

Virtual

6/25/18 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

American Red Cross Small Craft Safety & Basic Water Rescue Description: Adults will earn their small watercraft safety certification, allowing them to take their Troop boating with the accompaniment of a lifeguard. Participants must have prior experience with canoeing and kayaking (this course cannot be your first time entering a boat). Participants will swim in a PFD, so please come dressed to spend time in and out of the water. Participants in this training will receive American Red Cross Small Craft Safety: Canoeing and Kayaking and American Red Cross Basic Water Rescue certifications. Lunch will be provided in the Main Lodge as part of course fees. Cost per Adult: $60 DATE

TIME

REGION LOCATION

7/7/18

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

6/15/18

Comstock Adventure Center

7/28/18

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

7/13/18

Comstock Adventure Center

Backpacking for Adult Leaders Description: Adult leaders of troops of older girls will learn how to facilitate backpacking trips and teach backcountry skills. Participants will carry all their gear and food 4-6 miles roundtrip while learning necessary skills to set up a Leave No Trace primitive campsite. Skills taught will include setting up a tent, setting up a rain fly, food storage, backcountry kitchen, backpacking stoves, map and compass, backcountry hygiene, water purification, group dynamics and decision making. Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast and most gear will be provided. Participants should be prepared to hike carrying up to 30 pounds. Cost per Adult: $10 DATE

TIME

REGION LOCATION

7/27/18

Noon - 11 a.m.

7/18/18

Comstock Adventure Center

Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org

VISIT US: Choose from our 4 locations! (See page 2) SHOP ONLINE - We’re always open! Get GSUSA and GSNYPENN merchandise shipped directly to your door! www.girlscoutshop.com/NYPENN-PATHWAYS-COUNCIL

GSNYPENN Boutiques Pop-Ups

NEW! Bridging Kits

OUR BOUTIQUE COMES TO YOU!

Everything you need for Bridging Ceremonies! Price: $7-8 each Includes: ⬥ Membership Star & Disc ⬥ Official Bridging Award ⬥ Wings for Brownies (if needed) ⬥ Bridging Certificate ⬥ Fun Patch ⬥ Pencil ⬥ Individual Cover sheet

Region 1

DATES: Monday, March 26, Monday, April 30 & Monday, May 21 TIME: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. LOCATION: Watertown Service Center DATES: Friday, May 18 & Saturday, May 19 TIME: Friday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. & Saturday, 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. LOCATION: Watertown Service Center DATES: Saturday, June 2 TIME: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. LOCATION: Gouverneur Methodist Church, 34 Grove St., Gouverneur, NY 13642

Region 4

Region 3

DATES: Friday, April 20 & Saturday, April 21 TIME: Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. & Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. LOCATION: Holy Family Parish Gymnasium, 763 E. Main St., Little Falls, NY 13365 DATES: Friday, May 18 & Saturday, May 19 TIME: Friday, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. & Saturday, 9 a.m. to Noon LOCATION: First United Methodist Church, Embery Room, 66 Chestnut St., Oneonta, NY 13820

All packaged in a convenient clear sleeve for easy presentation! Visit or contact your local GSNYPENN Boutique for further information.

(Keep an eye out for future Council communications regarding more popups coming to your communities.)

DATES: Friday, April 13 & Saturday, April 14 TIME: Friday, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. & Saturday, 9 a.m. to Noon LOCATION: United Methodist Church, 7528 N. Main St. Extension (Webb’s Crossing), Hornell, NY 14843

It’s ESSENTIAL to have the essentials needed to provide your girl with the BEST Girl Scout experience! ESSENTIAL MUST-HAVES: Uniform piece (vest or tunic) Insignia (5-digit troop number, Council ID flag, insignia tab, pins) Age level Girl Guide (available at all levels—makes a great souvenir for girls to document their years in scouting!) Journey Book (to complement the Girl Guide and Girl Scout Journey the troop chooses to take!) 26

EXTRA MUST-HAVES: Age level polo to complete uniform Beanie (Daisy & Brownie) Girl Scout socks Age level scarves and slides Age level accessories

ADDITIONAL NEEDS: Girl Scout T-shirts & sweatshirts (girl & adult sizes) Gifts for girls and leaders (pens, pencils, window clings, water bottles, travel mugs, etc.) Cookie merchandise Outdoor patches GSNYPENN patches

More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!

Girl Scouts of the USA Cookie Pro Contest 2018 Where Girl Entrepreneurs Come to SHINE – now through April 30!

Enter the national Girl Scout Cookie Pro Contest and YOU could be the next star of a Girl Scout Cookie Package! This cookie season, show ‘em how the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program in the world prepares girls to lead, learn, succeed, and shine—for today and the future. PRIZES: Limited-Edition Patch: EVERY girl who enters the Cookie Pro Contest will unlock this awesome, limited-edition patch for optional purchase. You must be an eligible Girl Scout Cookie seller from a participating Council to take part. Grand Prize: Six girls nationwide (one per Girl Scout level) will be named a top Cookie Pro, get the epic chance to be featured on a cookie package and travel to New York City for an all-expenses-paid Cookie Entrepreneur Experience! ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: ⬥ Participate in the cookie program by selling cookies during the 2017-18 season ⬥ Be registered with a participating Council ⬥ Apply together with a parent/legal guardian who is 18 or older as of date of entry So, polish up your Cookie Pro resume and include the following: ⬥ Your photo ⬥ Cookie badges and skills earned ⬥ Memorable troop and customer experiences ⬥ What your troop has done or plans to do with cookie earnings ⬥ Best-selling tips for crushing cookie sale goals like a PRO!

Girl Scouts of the USA

COOKIE PRO 2018

For more information and to apply, visit girlscouts.org/cookiepro.

Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org

GSNYPENN Product Sales Programs Council Gift of Caring Program 2018: Military Family Assistance Center

Can’t eat ‘em? Treat ‘em! Customers who don’t want to buy cookies for themselves-but want to give back to others and help support Girl Scouts-can purchase boxes through our annual Council Gift of Caring Program. This year’s recipient is the Military Family Assistance Center based in Syracuse and serving Broome, Cayuga, Chenango, Cortland, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, St. Lawrence, Tioga and Tompkins counties. The center will share cookies with local veteran groups, service members and military families regardless of branch or duty status. Gift of Caring cookies can also be purchased through Digital Cookie. No shipping charges apply when ordering Gift of Caring cookies online. Isn’t that sweet?!

Girl Scout Cookie Program Digital Order Card (DOC) Your registration e-mail was sent directly from the DOC at the start of cookie season in January. Girls still have time to participate! Digital Cookie is open through March 25. See your 2018 Cookie Book or visit gsnypenn.org/ cookieprogram and look under “For Cookie Sellers” and “Resources” for more information. ⬥ Girls who sell 25+ boxes through DOC will earn the 2018 Cookie Techie Patch! ⬥ Girls who sell 40+ boxes through DOC will also earn Tagalong Turtle!

More programs & events are being added all the time—be sure to check gsnypenn.org!

PROGRAM INDEX// DATE PROGRAM TITLE Ongoing Build Your Own Badge Program Ongoing Backpack Badge Programs

3/17/18 3/17/18 3/17/18 3/17/18 3/17/18 3/17/18

New Leader Quick Start Service Unit Round Table Clover Petal Workshop Fair Play Workshop Playing the Past Workshop Shenanigans Snooze

3/20/18 New Leader Quick Start 3/22/18 Leadership Essentials 3/24/18 Simply Successful Overnights 3/24/18 Spring Learning Retreat 3/29/18 High Adventure Opportunities & Resources 3/30/18 Art Camp for Kids!

3/31/18 4/2/18

4/4/18 4/5/18 4/7/18 4/7/18

4/7/18 4/7/18 4/7/18

4/7/18

4/9/18 4/9/18 4/10/18 4/10/18

GSI - Girl Scout Investigators! Out of School Art!

LEVELS All

REGION FOCUS 4 Arts

PAGE # 7

Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors Adults

All

Training

Adults

Training

Daisies Brownies Juniors

3 3 3

Arts Arts Arts

6 6 6

Daisies, Brownies, Juniors Adults

Arts

Training

Adults Adults

2 1

Training Training

23 23

Adults

Training

Adults

Training

Arts

Daisies, Brownies, Juniors Cadettes

Arts

STEM

Daisies, Brownies, Juniors Adults

Arts

Training

Life Skills

4 2

STEM STEM

15 15

STEM

American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Leave No Trace Adults Awareness Training American Red Cross Adults First Aid/CPR/AED #HealthyRelationships Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors Wild Side of Science All Soarin' STEM (AM) Daisies, Brownies Soarin' STEM (PM) Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors My Daisy and Me Juniors, Overnight: Art Edition! Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors New Leader Quick Adults Start American Red Cross Adults First Aid/CPR/AED New Leader Quick Adults Start Ceremonies and Adults Traditions

Arts

Training

DATE 4/10/18

PROGRAM TITLE LEVELS She Can Be...Anything! Daisies, Brownies, Juniors 4/11/18 American Red Cross Adults First Aid/CPR/AED Juniors, Adults 4/13/18 Jump Start Your Journey: Think Like a Citizen Scientist for Juniors 4/13/18 Pop-Up STEM! All 4/14/18 Service Unit Round Adults Table 4/14/18 Spring Learning Adults Retreat 4/14/18 Sister to Sister Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults 4/15/18 Ceremonies and Adults Traditions 4/15/18 Friction Fire Workshop Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults 4/16/18 New Leader Quick Adults Start 4/16/18 Simply Successful Adults Overnights 4/16/18 Healthy Relationships Cadettes, & Bullying Seniors, Ambassadors 4/17/18 New Leader Quick Adults Start 4/17/18 #HealthyRelationships Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors 4/18/18 New Leader Quick Adults Start 4/18/18 New Leader Quick Adults Start 4/19/18 American Red Cross Adults First Aid/CPR/AED 4/19/18 Ceremonies and Adults Traditions 4/19/18 #HealthyRelationships Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors 4/20/18 Earth Day Celebration All

REGION FOCUS 4 Life Skills

PAGE # 12

Training

Outdoor

4 3

STEM Training

15 22

Training

Signature

Training

Outdoor

Training

All

Training

Life Skills

Training

Life Skills

Training

Life Skills

4/23/18 Summer Teaser!

Daisies, Brownies, Juniors Adults

School Break School Break

Training

Adults

Training

Brownies, Juniors Adults

School Break Training

Brownies, Juniors

School Break

4/24/18 New Leader Quick Start 4/24/18 Simply Successful Overnights 4/24/18 Spring into STEMBugs and Flowers 4/25/18 New Leader Quick Start 4/25/18 Spring into STEMDetective and Senses

Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org

DATE PROGRAM TITLE 4/25/18 Spring Fever!

4/26/18 STEM Sampler! (AM) 4/26/18 STEM Sampler! (PM) 4/26/18 Spring into STEMDiscover Science! 4/27/18 Pizza & Paddling

4/27/18 Me and My Guy Outdoor Skills Overnight 4/28/18 Simply Successful Overnights 4/28/18 The Big Outdoor Badge Day! 4/30/18 Ceremonies and Traditions 5/2/18 Robot Riot: Intro to Lego Robotics and FIRST Lego League

5/4/18

Outdoor Skills and Thrills

5/5/18

Comfort Zone!

5/5/18

Starry STEM (AM)

5/5/18

Starry STEM (PM)

5/5/18 5/6/18

5/7/18 5/7/18 5/8/18 5/8/18 5/8/18

5/9/18 5/9/18 5/9/18 5/9/18

5/10/18

Simply Successful Camping SWEet Scout STEM Day

Service Unit Round Table Leadership Essentials Service Unit Round Table Ceremonies and Traditions She Can Be...Anything!

Service Unit Round Table American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Ceremonies and Traditions Robot Riot: Intro to Lego Robotics and FIRST Lego League

Teddy CSI

LEVELS Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes Brownies Juniors Brownies, Juniors Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults All

REGION FOCUS 3 School Break

Outdoor

Adults

Training

All

Outdoor

Adults

Training

Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors Daisies, Brownies Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors Adults

STEM

Outdoor

Life Skills

Training

Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors Adults

Signature

Training

Adults Adults

3 2

Training Training

23 22

Adults

Training

Daisies, Brownies, Juniors Adults

Life Skills

Training

Adults

Training

Adults

Training

STEM

4 4 2 2

STEM STEM School Break Outdoor

PAGE # 18

15 15 18 8

STEM

2 Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults Brownie, Junior 4

STEM

DATE 5/11/18

PROGRAM TITLE LEVELS Simply Successful Adults Overnights 5/11/18 She Can Be...Anything! Daisies, Brownies, Juniors 5/11/18 Youth Homeless Brownies, Experience Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults 5/12/18 Amahami Spring Work All Day 5/11/18 Simply Successful Adults Camping 5/12/18 Simply Successful Adults Camping 5/12/18 Primitive Beginnings Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults 5/12/18 Trefoil Work Weekend All 5/12/18 She Can Be...Anything! Daisies, Brownies, Juniors 5/13/18 Cadette Badge Blitz Cadettes, Adults 5/13/18 Trefoil Summer Camp All Open House 5/14/18 Service Unit Round Adults Table 5/14/18 Service Unit Round Adults Table 5/15/18 Leave No Trace Adults Awareness Training 5/16/18 New Leader Quick Adults Start 5/16/18 She Can Be...Anything! Daisies, Brownies, Juniors Juniors, 5/16/18 Robot Riot: Intro to Cadettes, Lego Robotics and Seniors, FIRST Lego League Ambassadors, Adults 5/17/18 New Leader Quick Adults Start 5/19/18 New Leader Quick Adults Start 5/19/18 Leadership Essentials Adults 5/19/18 Family Camp All 5/19/18 Spring Learning Adults Retreat 5/19/18 Sunny Petal Workshop Daisies 5/19/18 Letterboxing Brownies Workshop 5/19/18 Gardener Workshop Juniors 5/19/18 Pets Snooze Daisies, Brownies, Juniors 5/20/18 Comstock Summer All Camp Open House 5/21/18 New Leader Quick Adults Start

REGION FOCUS 2 Training

PAGE # 23

Life Skills

Signature

Outdoor

Training

Outdoor

1 1

Outdoor Life Skills

9 12

Outdoor

Training

Life Skills

STEM

Training

3 3 2

Training Outdoor Training

23 10 23

3 3

STEM STEM

16 16

3 3

STEM STEM

16 16

Outdoor

Training

More programs & events are being added all the timeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;be sure to check gsnypenn.org!

DATE 5/21/18

5/23/18 5/23/18

5/26/18 5/27/18 5/30/18

6/1/18

6/2/18 6/2/18 6/2/18

6/3/18 6/4/18 6/5/18 6/10/18 6/13/18 6/14/18 6/14/18 6/16/18 6/16/18 6/24/18 6/25/18 7/7/18

7/27/18 7/28/18 7/28/18

8/28/18 7/8/19

PROGRAM TITLE LEVELS She Can Be...Anything! Daisies, Brownies, Juniors New Leader Quick Adults Start Juniors, Robot Riot: Intro to Cadettes, Lego Robotics and Seniors, FIRST Lego League Ambassadors, Adults Junior Jamboree Juniors, Adults Archery Training Adults Juniors, Robot Riot: Intro to Cadettes, Lego Robotics and Seniors, FIRST Lego League Ambassadors, Adults Boston Whale Watch Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors Ceremonies and Adults Traditions Soak up STEM (AM) Daisies, Brownies Soak up STEM (PM) Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors The Great Eight All Outdoor Skillsfest Simply Successful Adults Overnights Financial Report Adults Webinar Amahami Summer All Camp Open House Summer Camp KickAll Off Financial Report Adults Webinar Summer Camp KickAll Off Family Day All Overnight at the Daisies, Aquarium of Niagara Brownies Hoover Summer All Camp Open House Financial Report Adults Webinar Adults American Red Cross Small Craft Safety & Basic Water Rescue Backpacking for Adult Adults Leaders Service Unit Round Adults Table Adults American Red Cross Small Craft Safety & Basic Water Rescue New Leader Quick Adults Start London to Lucerne All 2019

REGION FOCUS 3 Life Skills

PAGE # 12

Training

STEM

1 1 2

Outdoor Training STEM

10 25 15

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Girl Scout Promise On my honor, I will try: To serve God and my country, To help people at all times, And to live by the Girl Scout Law.

Girl Scout Law I will do my best to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, courageous and strong, and responsible for what I say and do, and to respect myself and others, respect authority, use resources wisely, make the world a better place, and be a sister to every Girl Scout.

Questions about a program? 1.855.213.8555 or program@gsnypenn.org

at Girl Scout Camp! Summer Camp Guides hit homes in January and registration started February 1. Choose your own adventure at camp this summer! Our camps are open to ALL girls, ages 7-17. You don’t have to be a Girl Scout to join the fun – so bring a friend! NEW this year: day camp at Hoover. Visit gsnypenn.org/summercamp today!

Girl Scout Week 2018: March 11-17 Happy Birthday Girl Scouts! Celebrate with fun activities to do individually or as a Troop! Start the week off with Girl Scout Sunday, celebrate the 106th birthday of Girl Scouts on March 12 and wrap up the week with Girl Scout Sabbath! Check out gsnypenn.org/girlscoutweek for activities and ideas on how to celebrate and display your Girl Scout pride! Complete the activities listed and you’ll earn our special Girl Scout Week patch (available for purchase in our boutiques).

Annual Volunteer Recognition Dinners Our chance to celebrate YOU, our amazing volunteers! Join us for a lovely meal as we applaud your hard work, present formal recognition awards, hear from our Gold Award Girl Scout speaker and enjoy each other’s company. Seats will be reserved for award recipients, with additional availability for fellow volunteers. All dinners are complimentary for attendees and run from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Be sure to register early! REGION 3 REGION 1 Tuesday, May 1 Tuesday, April 24 Register by April 23 Register by April 10 Gran View Restaurant, 6765 NY-37, The River Club of Afton, 1 Maple St., Afton, NY 13730 Ogdensburg, NY 13669 REGION 2 Wednesday, April 25 Register by April 16 Lakeshore Yacht and Country Club, 6777 Lakeshore Rd., Cicero, NY 13039 Thursday, May 3 Register by April 19 Club 86, 86 Avenue East, Geneva, NY 14456

Thursday, May 3 Register by April 25 Valley View Country Club, 620 Parkway E., Utica, NY 13501 REGION 4 Wednesday, May 2 Register by April 28 Corning Country Club, 2501 Country Club Dr., Corning, NY 14830

Indicia FPO 8170 Thompson Road Cicero, NY 13039-9393

Save The Date for Other Upcoming Council Events! OLD FAVORITES, NEW ADVENTURES! WE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU! ⬥ Annual Meeting: May 5 at Greek Peak in Cortland, NY ⬥ Women’s Day at the Great NYS Fair: August 29 in Syracuse, NY ⬥ Rainbow World Jamboree: September 28-30 at Hoover Adventure Center in Tully, NY ⬥ Carrying the Torch: October 6-7 (now Saturday & Sunday!) in Seneca Falls, NY ⬥ Veni. Vidi. Vici.: November 10-11 in New Hartford, NY