Girl Scout Program Guide: January-June 2022 by GSCP2P

Girl Scout Program Guide JANUARY-JUNE 2022

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Online Calendar Click on the event titles in this document to go directly to the registration information. Register for more events using our online calendar. Use the Advanced Search tool to filter by keywords, dates, location, program level and event category. Calendar: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/events/event-calendar.html

Adult & Service Unit Volunteer Award Girl Scout volunteers do amazing things to support our movement. Recognize a volunteer’s efforts by nominating them for an award! Service unit level nominations are due six weeks prior to the date of the presentation. Board-approved volunteer awards are presented at our Annual Meeting in April and are due February 1.

Board-Approved Awards due February 1!

Deadlines are closer than they appear! Visit bit.ly/3APr638 to begin preparing for volunteer recognitions.

Details and Nomination Forms: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/for-volunteers/ online-support-for-volunteers/volunteer-reference-materials.html

Global Action Award 2022 The United Nations, where nations come together to solve problems that affect humanity, have chosen 17 important global problems that they are working on. By learning more about them, connecting with others who care and then taking action in your community and beyond, you can play an important role in healing our world and creating a better tomorrow for all of us. When you’ve completed all the steps, you’ll earn a special award for your age level. Global Action Award Activities: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/for-girls/think-globally/ global-action-award.html

Customer Care Team Our staff is ready to assist you! For any questions regarding Girl Scouting, programs, retail and more, please contact us at info@girlscoutsp2p.org or 800-672-2148. Our hours of operation are Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. and select Saturdays throughout the year.

JANUARY VIRTUAL: Juliette Networking Session Math in Nature Monday, January 3 6 - 7 p.m. DBJVF The new Math in Nature badges build on one another as Girl Scouts learn about shapes, numbers and design in nature. They’ll plan a hiking adventure, create trail maps and design a bird feeder—all while learning math concepts. Join us in this session as we overview the new Math in Nature badges for Daisy, Brownie and Junior levels.

VIRTUAL: Monday Mini - 4-HER Building Family Support Monday, January 3 7 - 8 p.m. V There are only so many hours in a day, so girls and their parents or guardians have to balance many growing and diverging interests, commitments and responsibilities. That is why Girl Scouting today is more flexible than ever. Join us for an hour of discussion, activities and a resource guide to building that all-important family support. Participants will receive a Leader’s Guide to Building Family Support and some digital tools to help build that family support that every successful Girl Scout troop needs.

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Silver

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Gold

Wednesday, January 5 6 - 7:30 p.m. CV

Thursday, January 6 6 - 8 p.m. SAV

Join us for a fun and interactive workshop where you will discover what is necessary to create an amazing Girl Scout Silver Award Take Action project. Learn how to identify a community need and how to address that need by sharing your skills and passions to help make the world a better place! This workshop is not required to achieve your Girl Scout Silver Award. However, it is very useful as it covers important topics like the steps to earn the award and submitting your final report. The workshop is also an opportunity to ask any questions you might have about the Girl Scout Silver Award. This workshop is for Girl Scouts Cadettes, their parents and their leaders and is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

Get ready to go for the Gold! During this training, you will learn about the requirements, approval process and helpful tips for earning the Girl Scout Gold Award. Girls will also have the opportunity to brainstorm and receive feedback on their project ideas. This workshop is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

D Daisies, Grades K-1 B Brownies, Grades 2-3 J Juniors, Grades 4-5 C Cadettes, Grades 6-8

Sing in the New Year Sleepover Friday, January 7 - Sunday, January 9 7 p.m. - Noon St. Luke’s Methodist Family Life Center (Hickory)

SA Sing in the New Year with some of our favorite Girl Scout songs. Participants are welcome to bring instruments and songs they want to learn or teach. Virtual attendance is also an option.

S Seniors, Grades 9-10 A Ambassadors, Grades 11-12 V Volunteers F Families

Sing in the New Year

New Year - New You

Miss Fix It - Car Care

Saturday, January 8 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Saturday, January 15 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Western North Carolina (Location TBD) BJCSA

Monday, January 17 9 a.m. - Noon Wilkes Community College (Wilkesboro) S

A new year has begun and with a new year comes brand new opportunities! Come out and join the Camp Pisgah staff and learn all about how to set goals for yourself, work on achieving them and be the best you can be! We will also spend time focusing on the importance of mental health and self-care. You’ll leave with new goals and an entire arsenal of ideas on how to best take care of and love yourself for who you are!

Girls will master maintenance tips that keep a car in top form, driving skills that will help them rule the road safely and learn how to take care of a car. Girl Scouts who attend this in-person event will earn the Senior Car Care badge.

New Year, New Badges: Math in Nature Series, Part 1

Experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from your faith. All religious backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to participate. Girls can earn this national pin each year.

St. Luke’s Methodist Family Life Center (Hickory)

DBJCSAVF Sing in the New Year with some of our favorite Girl Scout songs. Participants are welcome to bring songs they want to learn or teach. Virtual attendance is also an option.

VIRTUAL: Journey Jumpstart: Junior Get Moving! Saturday, January 8 1 - 5 p.m. J Explore energy and how to use it wisely! Girls will complete all Journey requirements during this session, excluding the Take Action project.

VIRTUAL: Leader Lounge Monday, January 10 7 - 8 p.m. V Get comfy, grab a drink and come dish! Join troop leaders from across the council as we make connections and have open discussion about all things Girl Scouts. Meet other troop leaders in your same program agelevel to brainstorm ideas, talk about challenges and share successes. New and returning leaders with Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont are invited to this roundtable discussion group.

Saturday, January 15 9 a.m. - Noon. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJ It’s a new year and time to work on a new badge. Join us for two weekends where we will learn about math and nature. You will also get an opportunity to learn about math with the horses!

New Year, New Me: Self Care Saturday Saturday, January 15 1 - 4 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) CSA Start your year out at Keyauwee Program Center with an afternoon focusing on self-care. You’ll leave with strategies to best take care of and love yourself for who you are!

VIRTUAL: Daisy My Promise, My Faith Tuesday, January 18 4 - 5:30 p.m. D

VIRTUAL: Brownie My Promise, My Faith Tuesday, January 18 6 - 8 p.m. B Experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from your faith. All religious backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to participate. Girls can earn this national pin each year.

New Year, New Badges: Math in Nature Series, Part 2 Saturday, January 22 1 - 4 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJ It’s a new year and time to work on a new badge. Join us for two weekends where we will learn about math and nature. You will also get an opportunity to learn about math with the horses!

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VIRTUAL: Babysitter Boss

VIRTUAL: Junior My Promise, My Faith

Monday, January 24 Wednesday, January 26 4 - 6:30 p.m. C

Tuesday, January 25 4 - 5:30 p.m. J

Earn the First Aid and Babysitter badge, as well as a nationally recognized certification with Safe Sitter through this three-night program.

VIRTUAL: Monday Mini - What is WAGGGS? World Pin? Monday, January 24 7 - 8 p.m. V Learn what WAGGGS stands for and why we wear the World Pin. Participants will receive some digital handouts, discover interactive activities to teach girls about the pin and understand World Pin ceremonies to use with troops or service units.

VIRTUAL: New Leader Enrichment - Daisy Badge Overview Monday, January 24 7 - 8 p.m. V New Leader Enrichment offers an opportunity for new leaders to ask questions, talk about aspects of a successful troop year and learn more about Girl Scouting. We will go over Daisy badges and talk about what setting up a Daisy year looks like.

VIRTUAL: Cadette, Senior and Ambassador My Promise, My Faith Tuesday, January 25 6 - 8 p.m. CSA Experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from your faith. All religious backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to participate. Girls can earn this national pin each year.

Camp-In at Kaleideum - Brownie Robotics I Friday, January 28 Saturday January 29 5:30 p.m. - 9 a.m. Kaleideum Downtown (Winston-Salem) B Camp-In overnight at Kaleideum! Enjoy pizza and continental breakfast while working toward the Brownie Robotics I badge. Girl Scout fee includes activities and a special Kaleideum patch!

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First Aid/CPR Saturday, January 29 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Hickory United Way Office AV Girl Scouts require a certified First Aider for many activities. Learn skills to respond in an emergency and practice adult and child CPR and First Aid skills. Get your First Aid and CPR certification by completing this class.

Council Shops Council shops are located at our service centers in Asheville, Colfax, Gastonia and Hickory. If you would like a mobile shop at your service unit meeting or event, contact info@girlscoutsp2p.org or 800-672-2148. Shop Hours: Monday - Thursday, Noon - 5 p.m. Every second Saturday of the month, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Shop Pick Up Order Form: https://girlscoutsp2p.wufoo.com/forms/m1yrt4fj1y1aon2/ Online Shop: https://www.girlscoutshop.com/carolinas-peaks-to-piedmont

BADGES

UNIFORMS

APPAREL & MORE!

Badge Explorer & Patch Programs Did you know there is a Badge Explorer tool to help you find details on every badge a Girl Scout can earn? Badges and awards are worn on the front of the sash or vest. There are also Patch Programs specific to GSCP2P and our community partners! These programs provide a great way to explore a wide variety of topics and community resources. Patches are worn on the back of the sash or vest. Learn More: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/our-program/badges.html

Community Partners Whether you attend an event listed on our calendar or schedule a program on demand, our Community Partners offer unique opportunities for Girl Scouts to enhance their Girl Scout Leadership Experience! Whenever you’re at a Community Partner activity, remember to wear your vest or sash!

Our Community Partner search tool can help you find opportunities for specific program levels, locations, experience category or badge connection. Community Partner Directory: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/our-program/ community-partners.html Thank you to our Community Partners for offering unique experiences: Allison Woods Outdoor Learning Center Amore Kitchen Anchored Soul Appalachian Wildlife Refuge Asheville Museum of Science Bit of Hope Ranch Burlington Sock Puppets Catawba Science Center Central North Carolina American Chemical Society Charlotte Youth Ballet Clinique Code Camp Kidz Conflict Resolution Center Expand Coaching and Consulting FTF Fitness and Self Defense For the People Academy Girls Who Launch Kaleideum Le Croix Academy NC Air Awareness

Nest + Canvas Nita’s Silent Hands, Inc North Carolina Outdoor Adventures Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden Poe Center for Health Education RS&A INC Rescue Ranch Resource Connection Gateway SPARK Business Academy SaveNature.Org Schiele Museum SheEO Academy Stemily Studios Thrivent Truist Leadership Institute TwistsNTurns Vine Images, INC Wands For Wildlife Western Piedmont Council of Governments Winterplace Ski Resort WonderWorks

Outdoor Experiences Take your troop to camp for a day or for the weekend! Explore our camps in Brevard, Lenoir and Sophia. Sign up for activities like archery, rock climbing, boating, high ropes adventures and more! Try a Badge-in-a-Box or Journey-in-a-Box activity! All supplies, a detailed lesson plan and the badge or patch is included. All leaders need to do is guide their girls through the materials. There are boxes available for almost any badge or Journey. Ask for your own or choose from our most popular boxes: First Aid badges, Outdoor Art badges, Girl Scout Way badges, Outdoor Skill badges, Space Science badges and the new Math in Nature badges.

Ways to Camp: https://www.camplikeagirl.org/ways-to-camp Keyauwee Program Center & Circle C Equestrian Center

Alleghany Ashe

Stokes

Surry

Caswell Rockingham

Camp Ginger Cascades Watauga

Camp Pisgah

Mitchell

Wilkes

Guilford Alexander

Yancey Madison

Burke

Haywood

Jackson

Cherokee

Macon

Davie Iredell

Davidson

Catawba

McDowell

Randolph

Lincoln

Swain Graham

Alamance

Forsyth

Avery Caldwell

Buncombe

Yadkin

Rutherford

Henderson Polk

Cleveland

Gaston

Transylvania

Clay

World Thinking Day World Thinking Day, February 22, is celebrated by Girl Scouts and Girl Guides across 150 countries. It’s a day of international friendship and a time to stand up for causes that could improve the lives of girls around the globe. The World Thinking Day Award can be earned at any time of the year. World Thinking Day Award Activities: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/members/forgirl-scouts/ways-to-participate/global-girl-scouts/world-thinking-day.html

FEBRUARY VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Gold

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Bronze

VIRTUAL: Program Aide (PA) Training

Tuesday, February 1 6 - 8 p.m. SAV

Thursday, February 3 5:30 - 7 p.m. JV

Saturday, February 5 9 - 11 a.m. C

Join us for a fun and interactive workshop where you will discover what is necessary to create an amazing Girl Scout Bronze Award Take Action project. Learn how to identify a community need and how to address that need by sharing your skills and passions to help make the world a better place! This workshop is not required to achieve your Girl Scout Bronze Award. However, it is very useful as it covers important topics like the steps to earn the award and submitting your final report. The workshop is also an opportunity to ask any questions you might have about the Girl Scout Bronze Award. This workshop is for Girl Scout Juniors, their parents and their leaders and is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

Girl Scout Cadettes are invited to attend Program Aide (PA) training on their way to completing the steps of the Program Aide Award. Learn valuable skills about being a mentor and sharing your skills, passions and experience with younger Girl Scouts! Program Aides have the unique opportunity to serve as champions for the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.

D Daisies, Grades K-1 B Brownies, Grades 2-3 J Juniors, Grades 4-5 C Cadettes, Grades 6-8

VIRTUAL: Daisy My Promise, My Faith Saturday, February 5 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. D Experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from your faith. All religious backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to participate. Girls can earn this national pin each year.

S Seniors, Grades 9-10 A Ambassadors, Grades 11-12 V Volunteers F Families

VIRTUAL: Volunteer-inTraining (VIT) Saturday, February 5 Noon - 2 p.m. SA Volunteers-in-Training (VIT) are girls who have completed 9th grade who would like to mentor a Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, Junior or Cadette group outside of the camp experience (girls in 10th-12th grade are eligible for this award). The skills learned are also applicable to everyday life and will help girls become confident, effective leaders in everything they do. Becoming a Volunteer-in-Training is also a great résumé booster for girls and sets them up for success when going for their Gold!

VIRTUAL: Journey Jumpstart: Cadette MEdia Saturday, February 5 1 - 5 p.m. C Explore media and find out how to reshape negative media messages into more positive ones. Girls will complete all Journey requirements during this session, excluding the Take Action project.

VIRTUAL: Brownie My Promise, My Faith Saturday, February 5 1 - 3 p.m. B Experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from your faith. All religious backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to participate. Girls can earn this national pin each year.

Life Saver’s Seminar Saturday, February 5 2 - 4 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJ It’s Girl Scout tradition to always be prepared - and earning your First Aid badge is an important piece of being prepared for any situation. This workshop will give girls an understanding of what to do in an emergency, but are not First Aid certifications.

Life Saver’s Seminar Saturday, February 5 2 - 4 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) CSA It’s Girl Scout tradition to always be prepared - and earning your First Aid badge is an important piece of being prepared for any situation. This workshop will give girls an understanding of what to do in an emergency, but are not First Aid certifications.

VIRTUAL: Junior My Promise, My Faith Saturday, February 5 3:30 - 5 p.m. J Experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from your faith. All religious backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to participate. Girls can earn this national pin each year.

VIRTUAL: Juliette Networking Session World Thinking Day Monday, February 7 6 - 7 p.m. DBJCSAVF On February 22, Girl Scouts and Girl Guides across 150 countries celebrate World Thinking Day. World Thinking Day is a way to celebrate being part of the diverse global sisterhood that is Girl Guides and Girl Scouts by doing the same activities around a shared theme with girls all over the world. Join us in this session as we discuss the 2022 World Thinking Day theme “Our World, Our Equal Future: The Environment and Gender Equality.”

VIRTUAL: Monday Mini - What’s Happening at the KPC Nature Center? Monday, February 7 7 - 8 p.m. V Have you ever visited the Nature Center at Keyauwee Program Center? Come join us for a quick virtual tour and let us show you what is available at the updated and refurbished Center for leaders to augment their badge work at camp, like outdoor badge worksheets, equipment, materials, etc. Session includes a look at the working beehive and the Monarch Butterfly station.

VIRTUAL: Cadette, Senior and Ambassador My Promise, My Faith Saturday, February 5 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. CSA Experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from your faith. All religious backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to participate. Girls can earn this national pin each year.

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VIRTUAL: Dungeons and Dragons Campaign Part 1 Thursday, February 10 7 - 8 p.m. CSA It’s time for an adventure like no other! Develop your own special character and gear up as we fight to take Camp Pisgah back and save it from evil! With hundreds of choices and paths to take, no one knows how it will end. It’s up to you and your friends to save Camp Pisgah! Be sure to also attend the in-person session of this workshop at Camp Pisgah on February 12.

Camp-In At Kaleideum Junior Robotics I Friday, February 11 - Saturday February 12 5:30 p.m. - 9 a.m. Kaleideum Downtown (Winston-Salem) J Camp-In overnight at Kaleideum! Enjoy pizza and continental breakfast while working toward the Junior Robotics I badge. Girl Scout fee includes activities and a special Kaleideum patch!

The Girl Scout Way: Traditions & Tea Saturday February 12 1 - 4 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJCSA Join us for a tea party! Find out about Girl Scout traditions and share activities and spirit that are a century strong. When you’ve earned the Girl Scout Way badge, you’ll know how to use our ways and traditions to make the world a better place.

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VIRTUAL: Leader Lounge Monday, February 14 7 - 8 p.m. V Get comfy, grab a drink and come dish! Join troop leaders from across the council as we make connections and have open discussions about all things Girl Scouts. Meet other troop leaders in your same program agelevel to brainstorm ideas, talk about challenges and share successes. New and returning leaders with Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont are invited to this roundtable discussion group.

Dungeons and Dragons Campaign Part 2 Saturday February 12 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Western North Carolina (Location TBD) CSA It’s time for an adventure like no other! Develop your own special character and gear up as we fight to take Camp Pisgah back and save it from evil! With hundreds of choices and paths to take, no one knows how it will end. It’s up to you and your friends to save Camp Pisgah! Be sure to also attend the virtual session of this workshop on February 10.

CEO Fireside Chat Tuesday, February 15 5 - 7 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJCSAVF Join our new CEO, Jennifer Wilcox, for a meet and greet at camp! Stop in anytime between 5-7 p.m. to ask your questions, share what your troop is doing or just say hello! The Trading Post will also be open during this time.

VIRTUAL: Highest Awards Brainstorming Session Thursday, February 17 4 - 5 p.m. JCSAV Have you attended a Girl Scout Bronze, Silver or Gold Award training and not sure where to start? Are you in the brainstorming phase and want to make sure your project idea meets the mark? Still have lingering questions about the process? Join us for an open brainstorming and FAQ session about the Highest Awards. Girls in all stages of their Highest Awards are encouraged to bring their ideas and an open mind to this free session.

World Thinking Day Saturday, February 19 1 - 4 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJ Making the world a better place is Girl Scout Law, so it’s no surprise we have a holiday dedicated to doing just that. Each February 22, Girl Scouts and Girl Guides across 150 countries celebrate World Thinking Day. It’s a day of international friendship and a time to stand up for causes that could improve the lives of girls around the globe. Join us at camp to learn all about this exciting day, celebrate our global sisterhood and come together to take action.

World Thinking Day Saturday, February 19 1 - 4 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) CSA Making the world a better place is Girl Scout Law, so it’s no surprise we have a holiday dedicated to doing just that. Each February 22, Girl Scouts and Girl Guides across 150 countries celebrate World Thinking Day. It’s a day of international friendship and a time to stand up for causes that could improve the lives of girls around the globe. Join us at camp to learn all about this exciting day, celebrate our global sisterhood and come together to take action.

VIRTUAL: Monday Mini - Flag Ceremonies Monday, February 21 7 - 8 p.m. V We honor our country’s flag at a flag ceremony and show that we are proud citizens of the United States of America. Girl Scout flag ceremonies are a traditional part of our program and have a dignity that makes us feel proud to take part in them. The flag ceremony is the only Girl Scout ceremony that has specific rules that must be followed. Flag retirement will also be discussed. Join us in an interactive conversation, learn some activities that you can use with your girls to help them plan and carry out a variety of flag ceremonies and flag etiquette.

VIRTUAL: Babysitter Boss Tuesday, February 22 Thursday, February 24 4 - 6:30 p.m. C Earn the First Aid and Babysitter badge, as well as a nationally recognized certification with Safe Sitter through this three-night program.

Camp-In At Kaleideum Brownie Space Science Adventurer, Junior Space Science Investigator, Cadette Space Science Friday, February 25 - Saturday February 26 5:30 p.m. - 9 a.m. Kaleideum North (WinstonSalem) BJC Camp-In overnight at Kaleideum! Enjoy pizza and continental breakfast while working toward the Brownie Space Science Adventurer badge, the Junior Space Science Investigator badge or the Cadette Space Science badge. Girl Scout fee includes activities and a special Kaleideum patch!

Magic at Mt. Olympus Saturday, February 26 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Camp Ginger Cascades (Lenoir) DBJ Calling all heroes for a day of adventure like no other! Are you ready to hone your demi-god and magical skills by completing a quest, brewing potions and slaying a monster? Girls will earn Math in the Outdoors badges.

TikTok Takedown Saturday, February 26 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Jackson Park (Hendersonville) SA

Venture Out: High Ropes Saturday, February 26 1 - 4 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) CSA Come climb the wall and enjoy the new Congdon Adventure Park!

First Aid/CPR Saturday, February 26 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Gastonia Service Center (Gastonia) AV Girl Scouts require a certified First Aider for many activities. Learn skills to respond in an emergency and practice adult and child CPR and First Aid skills. Get your First Aid and CPR certification by completing this class.

VIRTUAL: New Leader Enrichment - Girl Scout Birthday Monday, February 28 7 - 8 p.m. V New Leader Enrichment offers an opportunity for new leaders to ask questions, talk about aspects of a successful troop year and learn more about Girl Scouting. We will talk about the Girl Scout birthday. March 12 commemorates the day in 1912 when Juliette Gordon Low officially registered the organization’s first 18 girl members in Savannah, Georgia.

Let’s make Camp Pisgah famous! Join us for a day of TikTok fun where we spend time creating, editing and building Camp Pisgah’s exclusive TikTok videos that align with all the current trends and maybe even some new ones! If you’re going to become famous, what better way to do it than through your camp home!

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Highest Awards Every Girl Scout goes above and beyond to make a difference in her community and the greater world. The skills and experiences she gains along the way set her up for special recognition through the Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards. All three awards give girls the chance to do big things while supporting issues they care about. We’re here to support you! Register for a virtual Ready, Set, Take Action workshop, download handbooks from our website or contact us at info@girlscoutsp2p.org or 800-672-2148 if you have any questions. Highest Award Guides: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/our-program/highest-awards.html

Travel Destinations are the ultimate adventure for Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors! Travel with Girl Scouts from all over the country during the summer. Domestic and international programs for 2022 and 2023 are still accepting applications. Want to travel with your troop? Getaways are short travel programs designed specifically for Girl Scout troops with rising 7th graders and older. Destinations and Getaways and World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts World Center Resources: http://forgirls.girlscouts.org/travel/

Girl Scout Alum Events Alums and supporters, stay tuned for local events throughout our 40 counties to reconnect and celebrate with other Girl Scouts during the month of March! Alum Resources: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/about-girl-scouts/gs-alum.html

MARCH VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Silver

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Gold

Tuesday, March 1 6 - 7:30 p.m. CV

Thursday, March 3 6 - 8 p.m. SAV

Join us for a fun and interactive workshop where you will discover what is necessary to create an amazing Girl Scout Silver Award Take Action project. Learn how to identify a community need and how to address that need by sharing your skills and passions to help make the world a better place! This workshop is not required to achieve your Girl Scout Silver Award. However, it is very useful as it covers important topics like the steps to earn the award and submitting your final report. The workshop is also an opportunity to ask any questions you might have about the Girl Scout Silver Award. This workshop is for Girl Scout Cadettes, their parents and their leaders and is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

Girls of Faith Saturday, March 5 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Camp Ginger Cascades (Lenoir) JCSAV Join the GSCP2P Girls of Faith event to explore your faith in the outdoors! Girls will experience earning the My Promise, My Faith pin within their individual beliefs. Continental breakfast, age level breakout sessions, group chats and reflective time are all part of the day.

First Aid/CPR Saturday, March 5 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Whitmire Activity Center (Hendersonville) AV Girl Scouts require a certified First Aider for many activities. Learn skills to respond in an emergency and practice adult and child CPR and First Aid skills. Get your First Aid and CPR certification by completing this class.

Brownie Journey Away Saturday, March 5 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Camp Pisgah (Brevard) B Girl Scout Brownies- it’s time to gear up and set forth on a quest! To complete your Brownie Quest Journey, you’ll spend the day learning what it means to be a leader, how to lead others and how to be the very best you! Girls will complete all Journey requirements during this session, excluding the Take Action project.

Me & My Pal: Spring Celebration Saturday, March 5 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJCSAVF Bring your favorite pal out to camp for a day of fun! Girls will also get to ride a horse!

D Daisies, Grades K-1 B Brownies, Grades 2-3 J Juniors, Grades 4-5 C Cadettes, Grades 6-8

S Seniors, Grades 9-10 A Ambassadors, Grades 11-12 V Volunteers F Families

Junior Journey Away Saturday, March 5 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Camp Pisgah (Brevard) J Jump in Girl Scout Juniors and join us for a Get Moving Journey! Head out to Camp Pisgah and discover all the energy around you and how to use it wisely. Did you know the earth around us holds energy? What about your bodies? Even potatoes hold energy in more ways than one. It’s a day of fun and exploration you won’t want to miss! Girls will complete all Journey requirements during this session, excluding the Take Action project.

VIRTUAL: Journey Jumpstart: Senior GIRLtopia Saturday, March 5 1 - 5 p.m. S Develop your vision for an ideal world and acquire the skills to make it a reality! Girls will complete all Journey requirements during this session, excluding the Take Action project. Please note: the physical Journey patch is not included in the cost of this program.

VIRTUAL: Juliette Networking Session Girl Scout Birthday Monday, March 7 6 - 7 p.m. DBJCSAVF Connect with other girls in our council and talk about the Girl Scout birthday as March 12 commemorates the day in 1912 when Juliette Gordon Low officially registered the organization’s first 18 girl members in Savannah, Georgia.

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VIRTUAL: Monday Mini- Girl Scout 110th Money Matters Birthday Bash Monday, March 7 7 - 8 p.m. V Financial responsibility is paramount in Girl Scouts. The troop leadership team is accountable for handling troop funds in a responsible manner. At times, troop accounts may contain large sums of money under the Girl Scout name; therefore, accurate financial recordkeeping is very important. Join us in an interactive conversation about record keeping and filing your annual Troop Financial Report. Participants will receive some digital handouts.

Camp-In At Kaleideum Brownie Space Science Adventurer, Junior Space Science Investigator, Cadette Space Science Friday, March 11 - Saturday March 12 5:30 p.m. - 9 a.m. Kaleideum North (WinstonSalem) BJC Camp-In overnight at Kaleideum! Enjoy pizza and continental breakfast while working toward the Brownie Space Science Adventurer badge, the Junior Space Science Investigator badge or the Cadette Space Science badge. Girl Scout fee includes activities and a special Kaleideum patch!

Saturday, March 12 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Camp Pisgah (Brevard), Camp Ginger Cascades (Lenoir) and Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJCSAVF Drop in any time to celebrate Girl Scouts’ 110th birthday! Discover our beautiful camp properties, share activities, enjoy a birthday cupcake and have fun with all your Girl Scout family!

VIRTUAL: Girl Scout Leader Lounge Monday, March 14 7 - 8 p.m. V Get comfy, grab a drink and come dish! Join troop leaders from across the council as we make connections and have open discussions about all things Girl Scouts. Meet other troop leaders in your same program agelevel to brainstorm ideas, talk about challenges and share successes. New and returning leaders with Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont are invited to this roundtable discussion group.

Camp License Course Saturday, March 19 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) V To enjoy a back-to-nature camping experience, complete with tent pitching, fires and outdoor cooking and/or to camp out in your backyard or at a non-council site, you will need to complete the Camp License. The Camp License consists of three pieces: Overnight License, Cook Out License, Tenting (approximately three hours). This course is valuable for volunteers who work with troops and want to help them build independence by learning many useful outdoor skills. It covers tarps, tents and knots. The license is valid for five years.

Girl Scouts in Bloom Saturday, March 19 9 a.m. - Noon Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden (Kernersville) J Learn about gardens and flowers while participating in hands-on activities. Explore the garden and complete requirements toward earning the Flower and Gardener badges and participate in activities to earn the custom Ciener Botanical Garden patch!

Cadette Journey Away Saturday, March 19 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Camp Pisgah (Brevard) C Calling all Girl Scout Cadettes! Life is all about twists and turns, surprises and challenges and highs and lows! Join us for a day tackling the aMaze Journey and learn all about how to tackle all life throws at you. We will spend time learning how to navigate challenges with friendships, skills for standing up for what you believe in, building confidence and how to find peace within yourself. Girls will complete all Journey requirements during this session, excluding the Take Action project.

Senior Journey Away Saturday, March 19 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Camp Pisgah (Brevard) S Girl Scout Seniors, it’s time to step up and take your leadership and friendship skills to the next level as we work toward completing our Sisterhood Journey! Dive in deep to what it means to be a leader and a true friend to all of those around you. We will take time to learn about the different needs and communication styles of others, and even learn about friendship traditions from around the world!

Girls will complete all Journey requirements during this session, excluding the Take Action project.

Citizen Scientist Journey Jam Saturday, March 19 1 - 5 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJ

VIRTUAL: Daisy My Promise, My Faith Tuesday, March 22 4 - 5:30 p.m. D Experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from your faith. All religious backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to participate. Girls can earn this national pin each year.

Take part in a citizen science project and help scientists with their research.

VIRTUAL: Brownie My Promise, My Faith

Citizen Scientist Journey Jam

Tuesday, March 22 6 - 8 p.m. B

Saturday, March 19 1 - 5 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) CSA Take part in a citizen science project and help scientists with their research.

VIRTUAL: Monday MiniCommunity Service vs. Take Action Projects Monday, March 21 7 - 8 p.m. V To help people at all times...be friendly and helpful...make the world a better place...do a good turn daily. These Girl Scout statements all reflect how Girl Scouts are committed to giving service and taking action to make the world a better place. It’s who we are! Join us in an interactive conversation and learn some activities that you can use with your girls to teach them the difference. Participants will receive some digital handouts.

Choose Your Own Adventure Weekend Friday, March 25 - Sunday, March 27 5 p.m. - 11 a.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) CSA Calling all older girls! Come spend the weekend with us and choose what activities you do. Whether you want to climb the new Congdon Adventure Park, shoot an arrow or just hang out in a hammock, this weekend is for you!

VIRTUAL: Babysitter Boss Saturday, March 26 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. C Earn the First Aid and Babysitter badge, as well as a nationally recognized certification with Safe Sitter.

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Better Together with My Little Pony

Saturday, March 26 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Circle C Equestrian Center (Sophia) DB

Saturday, March 26 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Circle C Equestrian Center (Sophia) DB

You already know the power of friendship. It’s that special magic that lifts you up. Girl Scouts celebrate differences and welcome all to be part of the magic created through kindness and friendship. And now, get ready for fun with our horses by your side!

Fairy Festival

VIRTUAL: New Leader Enrichment - Brownie Badge Overview

Saturday, March 26 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Camp Pisgah (Brevard) DBJ Spring has sprung and that means it’s time for our fairies to come back out into the woods to play! Before we head into the woods to look, transform into a fairy yourself! We’ll make fairy wings, do fairy make-up, make a fairy treat and our own fairy jars! Once we’re ready, we’ll head out into the woods- how many do you think we will find?

Pioneer Girls Saturday, March 26 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Camp Ginger Cascades (Lenoir) J Do you love Little House on the Prairie? Spend the day at camp learning what life was like for Laura Ingalls Wilder! You will make your own butter, cook your lunch over the campfire and make cornhusk dolls. Girls will also earn their Playing in the Past badge!

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Monday, March 28 7 - 8 p.m. V New Leader Enrichment offers an opportunity for new leaders to ask questions, talk about aspects of a successful troop year and learn more about Girl Scouting. We will go over Brownie badges and talk about what setting up a Brownie year looks like.

VIRTUAL: Junior My Promise, My Faith Tuesday, March 29 4 - 5:30 p.m. J Experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from your faith. All religious backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to participate. Girls can earn this national pin each year.

VIRTUAL: Cadette, Senior and Ambassador My Promise, My Faith Tuesday, March 29 6 - 8 p.m. CSA Experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from your faith. All religious backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to participate. Girls can earn this national pin each year.

Weekend of Service Every spring, Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont hosts its Weekend of Service, where we encourage all our girls, volunteers and families to do a good turn for someone. The 2022 Weekend of Service will take place April 8-10, 2022, with an emphasis on environmental stewardship. Our goal this year is to have 300 people participate- so get your projects ready!

What does environmental stewardship look like?

It could be a recycling project, picking up trash, planting a tree and so much more! Share photos with us by e-mailing them to info@girlscoutsp2p.org and use #DoingAGoodTurnGSCP2P2022 on social media.

Girl Scout Silver & Gold Award Ceremony Stay tuned for more information on the Girl Scout Silver and Gold Award Ceremonies held throughout our council in May. You won’t want to miss these celebrations and inspirational stories of our girls who are making a difference in so many ways.

Volunteer Opportunities Whether you can give a few hours, a few weeks or a few months, volunteering with Girl Scouts is flexible and fun. Do you have a skill that you would like to teach? Are you involved with an organization that would like to plan or host an event? You can also volunteer within a troop or service unit. Ways to Volunteer: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/for-volunteers/ways-to-volunteer. html

APRIL Outdoor Journey Weekend Friday, April 1 - Sunday, April 3 5 p.m. - 11 a.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJ Join us at KPC for the weekend while you work on your Outdoor Journey.

Journey the Weekend Away Saturday, April 2 - Sunday, April 3 10 - 11 a.m. Camp Ginger Cascaes (Lenoir) BJCSA Are you ready for a Journey getaway at camp with some of your best friends? This weekend, dive into the Journey of your age group as we work to complete each step and brainstorm ideas for your Take Action project.

Camp License Course

Junior Jam

Saturday, April 2 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Camp Pisgah (Brevard) V

Saturday, April 2 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Camp Pisgah (Brevard) J

To enjoy a back-to-nature camping experience, complete with tent pitching, fires and outdoor cooking and/or to camp out in your backyard or at a non-council site, you will need to complete the Camp License. The Camp License consists of three pieces: Overnight License, Cook Out License, Tenting (approximately three hours). This course is valuable for volunteers who work with troops and want to help them build independence by learning many useful outdoor skills. It covers tarps, tents and knots. The license is valid for five years.

Girl Scout Juniors- are you ready to rock? Spend the day exploring the outdoors, building your own mini-take home garden, discovering unseen plants and flowers in the woods and even solve the mystery of the missing hat! You’ll also earn the Gardener badge, Flowers badge and Geocacher badge.

Brownie Bash Saturday, April 2 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Camp Pisgah (Brevard) B Girl Scout Brownies- beware! Today is all about an exciting adventure just for you! Spend the day creating experiments and explosions, solving mysteries and learning about how to keep our world safe. You’ll earn the Home Scientist badge, Household Elf badge and Senses badge.

D Daisies, Grades K-1 B Brownies, Grades 2-3 J Juniors, Grades 4-5 C Cadettes, Grades 6-8

VIRTUAL: Journey Jumpstart: Ambassador Justice Saturday, April 2 1 - 5 p.m. A Identify global environmental issues and create your own vision for change! Girls will complete all Journey requirements during this session, excluding the Take Action project.

S Seniors, Grades 9-10 A Ambassadors, Grades 11-12 V Volunteers F Families

First Aid/CPR Sunday, April 3 1 - 6 p.m. Triad Service Center (Colfax) AV Girl Scouts require a certified First Aider for many activities. Learn skills to respond in an emergency and practice adult and child CPR and First Aid skills. Get your First Aid and CPR certification by completing this class.

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Gold Monday, April 4 6 - 8 p.m. SAV Get ready to go for the Gold! During this training, you will learn about the requirements, approval process and helpful tips for earning the Girl Scout Gold Award. Girls will also have the opportunity to brainstorm and receive feedback on their project ideas. This workshop is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

VIRTUAL: Juliette Networking Session The Volunteer Toolkit Monday, April 4 6 - 7 p.m. DBJCSAVF Connect with other girls in our council and talk about the Volunteer Toolkit. The Volunteer Toolkit is a fully customizable digital planning tool and is accessible on any computer, tablet or mobile device and provides you with Girl Scout program content, award requirements and other resources.

VIRTUAL: Monday Mini- Spring into Space Science Saturday, April 9 Troop Government Monday, April 4 7 - 8 p.m. V Girl Scout troop government is a way for girls to learn responsibility, independence and how to become leaders. It is designed to be progressive, building on the skills learned in previous years. Join us in an interactive conversation about the advantages of using troop government in a girl-led environment. Participants will receive some digital handouts.

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Bronze Thursday, April 7 4:30 - 6 p.m. JV Join us for a fun and interactive workshop where you will discover what is necessary to create an amazing Girl Scout Bronze Award Take Action project. Learn how to identify a community need and how to address that need by sharing your skills and passions to help make the world a better place! This workshop is not required to achieve your Girl Scout Bronze Award. However, it is very useful as it covers important topics like the steps to earn the award and submitting your final report. The workshop is also an opportunity to ask any questions you might have about the Girl Scout Bronze Award. This workshop is for Girl Scout Juniors, their parents and their leaders and is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

Backpacking Course Friday, April 8 - Sunday, April 10 6 p.m. - 10 a.m. Hickory Area (TBD) V Learn everything you need to know to take girls backpacking. Volunteers who have completed Backpacking may backpack with girls, but a firstaider with Wilderness and Remote First Aid must be present on the trip.

1 - 4 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJ

Whether you’ve searched for shooting stars or found shapes in the clouds, you’ve probably already spent some time looking at the sky. Now’s your chance to see the sky in a new way - like a space scientist does by participating in hands-on activities led by experts in the field to earn this badge.

Spring into Space Science Saturday, April 9 5 - 8 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) CSA Whether you’ve searched for shooting stars or found shapes in the clouds, you’ve probably already spent some time looking at the sky. Now’s your chance to see the sky in a new way - like a space scientist does by participating in hands-on activities led by experts in the field to earn this badge.

VIRTUAL: Leader Lounge Monday, April 11 7 - 8 p.m. V Get comfy, grab a drink and come dish! Join troop leaders from across the council as we make connections and have open discussions about all things Girl Scouts. Meet other troop leaders in your same program agelevel to brainstorm ideas, talk about challenges and share successes. New and returning leaders with Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont are invited to this roundtable discussion group.

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Camp License Course Saturday, April 16 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Camp Ginger Cascades (Lenoir) V To enjoy a back-to-nature camping experience, complete with tent pitching, fires and outdoor cooking and/or to camp out in your backyard or at a non-council site, you will need to complete the Camp License. The Camp License consists of three pieces: Overnight License, Cook Out License, Tenting (approximately three hours). This course is valuable for volunteers who work with troops and want to help them build independence by learning many useful outdoor skills. It covers tarps, tents and knots. The license is valid for five years.

Cadette Collection Saturday, April 16 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Camp Pisgah (Brevard) C Calling all Girl Scout Cadettes! Looking to do something different this weekend? Camp Pisgah has you covered! Come out and spend the day playing games, forming friendships, discovering new and different perspectives on an exclusive Camp Pisgah interactive story, make a s’more and learn how to be the best you both in person and online. You’ll even earn the Good Sportsmanship badge, Finding Common Ground badge and Netiquette badge.

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VIRTUAL: Monday MiniCamp Like a Girl Monday, April 18 7 - 8 p.m. V Camping is a tradition in Girl Scouting! Girls can gain valuable skills and confidence when they plan, pack and participate in camping trips. Remember that even Girl Scout Daisies can plan a trip and go camping! It’s all about the progression. Join us in an interactive conversation and learn some activities that you can use with your girls, as well as find out what is required to take your girls camping. Participants will receive some digital handouts.

Earth Day Inspiration Badge Bundle Saturday, April 23 1 - 5 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) DBJ Celebrate Earth Day out at camp with a badge bundle!

Earth Day Inspiration Badge Bundle Saturday, April 23 1 - 5 p.m. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) CSA Celebrate Earth Day out at camp with a badge bundle!

Girl Scout SleepoverWonderWorks Saturday, April 23 - Sunday, April 24 6:30 p.m. - 7 a.m. (Pigeon Forge) DBJCSA Spend the night at WonderWorks with your Girl Scout troop! Admission to 100+ interactive exhibits, participation patch, pizza dinner and light breakfast are included.

VIRTUAL: Babysitter Boss Monday, April 25 - Wednesday, April 27 4 - 6:30 p.m. C Earn the First Aid and Babysitter badge, as well as a nationally recognized certification with Safe Sitter through this three-night program.

VIRTUAL: New Leader Enrichment - Junior Badge Overview Monday, April 25 7 - 8 p.m. V New Leader Enrichment offers an opportunity for new leaders to ask questions, talk about aspects of a successful troop year and learn more about Girl Scouting. We will go over Junior badges and talk about what setting up a Junior year looks like.

VIRTUAL: Highest Awards Brainstorming Session Thursday, April 28 4 - 5 p.m. JCSAV Want to earn the Girl Scout Bronze, Silver or Gold Award, but not sure where to start? Are you in the brainstorming phase and want to make sure your project idea meets the mark? Still have lingering questions about the process? Join us for an open brainstorming and FAQ session about the Highest Awards. Girls in all stages of their Highest Awards are encouraged to bring their ideas.

Wilderness Girls Saturday, April 30 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Camp Ginger Cascades (Lenoir) DBJ Are you ready to hone your wilderness skills? Spend the day at camp learning about fire building, Leave No Trace and even take a hike to the original campsite! Girls will earn their Naturalist badge, Outdoor Art badge and Eco badge. Lunch is included for this drop-off event.

Annual Meeting Saturday, April 30 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Gastonia Conference Center DBJCSAVF Annual Meeting is a time to celebrate the accomplishments of our volunteers, network with members, receive important updates and vote on council business. Representation from across the council by both girl and adult members is important. To be a registered voting member, you must be a currently registered Girl Scout, 14 years and older. As a voting member, you will have the opportunity to vote on the slates for Board Officers and Directors and Board Development Committee members. You can also register to attend the event as a non-voting attendee.

Share Your Girl Scout News We love hearing what our girls, troops and service units are doing. Submit our story form with photos, so we can share and inspire others on social media! If you would like a formal press release, contact the marketing team at info@girlscoutsp2p.org. Share with Us: https://girlscoutsp2p.wufoo.com/forms/m1lv9ord0iz8cho/

Today’s Tips Newsletter Stay up-to-date with announcements, programs and more through our Today’s Tips newsletter! If you are not getting our weekly Today’s Tips newsletter in your inbox, contact info@girlscoutsp2p.org.

Blog & Social Media Pages Our blog celebrates girl and council achievements and is a great place to get inspiration for Highest Award projects. Contest details, council promotions, feature stories and other resources are also posted on our blog. Blog: https://blog.girlscoutsp2p.org/ Connect with us on social media! If your girl, troop or service unit has an event or service project that you would like to invite the GSCP2P community to, post about it in the Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont Facebook group. Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/gscp2p/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291303604993801 Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/girlscoutsp2p/ TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@girlscoutsp2p Our YouTube channel has 100+ activities that you can do at home or with your troop! YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/girlscoutsp2p

MAY VIRTUAL: Juliette Networking Session Outdoor Badges Monday, May 2 6 - 7 p.m. DBJCSAVF Connect with other girls in our council and talk about the Outdoor badges and how to create your own outdoor adventures.

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Gold Tuesday, May 3 6 - 8 p.m. SAV Get ready to go for the Gold! During this training, you will learn about the requirements, approval process and helpful tips for earning the Girl Scout Gold Award. Girls will also have the opportunity to brainstorm and receive feedback on their project ideas. This workshop is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Silver Wednesday, May 4 6 - 7:30 p.m. CV Join us for a fun and interactive workshop where you will discover what is necessary to create an amazing Girl Scout Silver Award Take Action project. Learn how to identify a community need and how to address that need by sharing your skills and passions to help make the world a better place! This workshop is not required to achieve your Girl Scout Silver Award. However, it is very useful as it covers important topics like the steps to earn the award and submitting your final report. The workshop is also an opportunity to ask any questions you might have about the Girl Scout Silver Award. This workshop is for Girl Scout Cadettes, their parents and their leaders and is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

Camp Sunshine Saturday, May 7 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Camp Ginger Cascades (Lenoir) DBJ

Amazing Troop Race Saturday, May 7 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Camp Pisgah (Brevard) DBJCSAV This is the Amazing Race! Does your troop have what it takes? Head out to Camp Pisgah to find out! Compete in challenges, solve puzzles, go on a scavenger hunt and more as you travel across the land of Camp Pisgah to make it to the finish line and win a prize! This is a troop event so troop leaders will be participating with their troops for the duration of the event.

VIRTUAL: Journey Jumpstart: Daisy Between Earth and Sky Saturday, May 7 1 - 5 p.m. D Explore nature and learn how to keep the Earth healthy! Girls will complete all Journey requirements during this session, excluding the Take Action project.

Camp Sunshine is a day event at Camp Ginger Cascades for girls in grades K-5. This program is designed and led by older Girl Scouts who want to share the camp experience with as many girls as they can! Meals and a full schedule of activities are provided.

D Daisies, Grades K-1 B Brownies, Grades 2-3 J Juniors, Grades 4-5 C Cadettes, Grades 6-8

S Seniors, Grades 9-10 A Ambassadors, Grades 11-12 V Volunteers F Families

VIRTUAL: Leader Lounge Monday, May 9 7 - 8 p.m. V Get comfy, grab a drink and come dish! Join troop leaders from across the council as we make connections and have open discussions about all things Girl Scouts. Meet other troop leaders in your same program agelevel to brainstorm ideas, talk about challenges and share successes. New and returning leaders with Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont are invited to this roundtable discussion group.

Girl Scout SleepoverWonderWorks Saturday, May 14 - Sunday, May 15 6:30 p.m. - 7 a.m. (Pigeon Forge) DBJCSA Spend the night at WonderWorks with your Girl Scout troop! Admission to 100+ interactive exhibits, participation patch, pizza dinner and light breakfast are included.

Family Fun Day Sunday, May 15 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Camp Pisgah (Brevard) DBJCSAVF Bring your whole family out to Camp Pisgah and get a glimpse into all of the fun we have here at summer camp! You’ll have a chance to do a craft, try your hand at archery and explore some of our other camp activities! Pack a lunch and a blanket and enjoy a picnic at your favorite spot at camp!

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CEO Fireside Chat Wednesday, May 18 5 - 7 p.m. Camp Pisgah (Brevard) DBJCSAVF Join our new CEO, Jennifer Wilcox, for a meet and greet at camp! Stop in anytime between 5-7 p.m. to ask your questions, share what your troop is doing or just say hello! The Trading Post will also be open during this time.

Advanced Camping Skills Saturday, May 21 8:30 a.m. - Noon. Keyauwee Program Center (Sophia) V Feel like you want a little extra? Try Advanced Camping Skills. Do your girls want to be camping All-Stars, adept with saws, hatchets, lanterns, water purification, and building camp furniture from just rope and sticks? If so, you will need to complete the Overnight License and Camp License.

First Aid/CPR Saturday, May 21 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Gastonia Service Center (Gastonia) AV Girl Scouts require a certified First Aider for many activities. Learn skills to respond in an emergency and practice adult and child CPR and First Aid skills. Get your First Aid and CPR certification by completing this class.

Girl Scout SleepoverWonderWorks Saturday, May 21 - Sunday, May 22 6:30 p.m. - 7 a.m. (Pigeon Forge) DBJCSA Spend the night at WonderWorks with your Girl Scout troop! Admission to 100+ interactive exhibits, participation patch, pizza dinner and light breakfast are included.

VIRTUAL: Babysitter Boss Monday, May 23 - Wednesday, May 25 4 - 6:30 p.m. C Earn the First Aid and Babysitter badge, as well as a nationally recognized certification with Safe Sitter through this three-night program.

VIRTUAL: New Leader Enrichment - Cadette Badge Overview Monday, May 23 7 - 8 p.m. V New Leader Enrichment offers an opportunity for new leaders to ask questions, talk about aspects of a successful troop year and learn more about Girl Scouting. We will go over Cadette badges and talk about what setting up a Cadette year looks like.

VIRTUAL: Daisy My Promise, My Faith Tuesday, May 24 4 - 5:30 p.m. D Experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from your faith. All religious backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to participate. Girls can earn this national pin each year.

VIRTUAL: Brownie My Promise, My Faith Tuesday, May 24 6 - 8 p.m. B Experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from your faith. All religious backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to participate. Girls can earn this national pin each year.

VIRTUAL: Junior My Promise, My Faith Tuesday, May 31 4 - 5:30 p.m. J Experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from your faith. All religious backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to participate. Girls can earn this national pin each year.

VIRTUAL: Cadette, Senior and Ambassador My Promise, My Faith Tuesday, May 31 6 - 8 p.m. CSA Experience a faith journey through exploration of the Girl Scout Law and teachings from your faith. All religious backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to participate. Girls can earn this national pin each year.

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Shop Blow Out Sale & Inventory Volunteer Opportunity All of our Girl Scout Shops will have a blow out sale in June. Stay tuned for details on our biggest discounts of the year! Volunteers are needed after the sale to help count shop inventory from July 25 - 29. This is a great way for girls to get service hours. Contact our retail staff at info@girlscoutsp2p.org or 800-672-2148 if you would like to volunteer.

Invest in a Girl-Led Future By making a monetary contribution to Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont, you help make an immediate difference in the lives of girls. Your gift to Girl Scouting will help girls realize their dreams and become tomorrow’s leaders. Join us in helping girls everywhere by making a donation today. Donate Now: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/give.html

Join one of our Friendship Circles! Friendship Circle members receive regular newsletters and invitations to special donor appreciation events. Make a recurring monthly gift of any amount to impact the lives of girls all year long by joining the Evergreen Circle.

Juliette Circle members passionately support leadership development for young women by making an annual contribution of $1,000 or more.

Give the gift of camp through our camp scholarships. Remember to choose camp as your gift type.

JUNE VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Take Action - Bronze Thursday, June 2 6:30 - 8 p.m. JV Join us for a fun and interactive workshop where you will discover what is necessary to create an amazing Girl Scout Bronze Award Take Action project. Learn how to identify a community need and how to address that need by sharing your skills and passions to help make the world a better place! This workshop is not required to achieve your Girl Scout Bronze Award. However, it is very useful as it covers important topics like the steps to earn the award and submitting your final report. The workshop is also an opportunity to ask any questions you might have about the Girl Scout Bronze Award. This workshop is for Girl Scout Juniors, their parents and their leaders and is only for Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont members.

Fairies and Friends Saturday, June 4 Noon - 3 p.m. Camp Ginger Cascades (Lenoir) D

VIRTUAL: Juliette VIRTUAL: Ready, Set, Networking Session - All Take Action - Gold Wednesday, June 15 Things Camp 6 - 8 p.m. SAV

Monday, June 6 6 - 7 p.m. DBJCSA Connect with other girls in our council and talk about the traditions of bridging to the next Girl Scout level.

VIRTUAL: Leader Lounge Monday, June 13 7 - 8 p.m. V Get comfy, grab a drink and come dish! Join troop leaders from across the council as we make connections and have open discussions about all things Girl Scouts. Meet other troop leaders in your same program agelevel to brainstorm ideas, talk about challenges and share successes. New and returning leaders with Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont are invited to this roundtable discussion group.

Did you know we have fairies at camp and they want to be your friends! Come join us at camp where you will make your own fairy wings, have tea party with the camp fairies and earn three petals!

D Daisies, Grades K-1 B Brownies, Grades 2-3 J Juniors, Grades 4-5 C Cadettes, Grades 6-8

VIRTUAL: Highest Awards Brainstorming Session Thursday, June 16 4 - 5 p.m. JCSAV Have you attended a Girl Scout Bronze, Silver or Gold Award training and not sure where to start? Are you in the brainstorming phase and want to make sure your project idea meets the mark? Still have lingering questions about the process? Join us for an open brainstorming and FAQ session about the Highest Awards. Girls in all stages of their Highest Awards are encouraged to bring their ideas and an open mind to this free session.

S Seniors, Grades 9-10 A Ambassadors, Grades 11-12 V Volunteers F Families

VIRTUAL: New Leader Enrichment Monday, June 27 7 - 8 p.m. V New Leader Enrichment offers an opportunity for new leaders to ask questions, talk about aspects of a successful troop year and to learn more about Girl Scouting.

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