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All Ages & Families Programs for Everyone!
Fall Rally Kits
Enjoy kicking off your Girl Scout Fall Product Program from your home! Challenge yourself while learning techniques, setting goals, discovering rewards, and trying new products. Promote success while enjoying fun activities and games that will enhance your Fall Product experience!
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Pickup starting
TBD
$5 per person
Register by Fri., Sept. 8, 2023
Glide & Slide
Lace up your skates and join instructors on the ice at the Chiller in Columbus, Ohio. Girl members will learn the basics of ice skating and safety skills in a 45-minute skating lesson! Family and friends are invited to join in on the fun following the lesson for $10 per person. Payment for all non-Girl Scouts will be taken on-site the day of the program.
Sat., Oct. 7, 2023
Chiller North (Franklin Co.)
Register by Fri., Sept. 22, 2023
Sat., Jan 20, 2024
Chiller Easton (Franklin Co.)
Register by Fri., Jan. 5, 2024
Sat., Feb. 24, 2024
Chiller Dublin (Franklin Co.)
Register by Fri., Feb. 9, 2024
Sat., April 6, 2024
Chiller North (Franklin Co.)
Register by Fri., March 22, 2024
5:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
$28 per youth
$10 per adult
Fall Festival
Come enjoy some fall fun to start your Girl Scout year! See the fall colors of camp, play games, and see how far you can make a pumpkin fly in the Punkin’ Chunkin’ contest. There’s something fun for everyone! Adults are required for this program. All adults must register and pay the registration fee. This program has stations throughout camp and requires a moderate amount of walking. A refreshment station with light snacks and water dispensers will be available. Please bring a reusable water bottle to use during the program.
Sat., Oct. 7, 2023
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Camp Crooked Lane (Morrow Co.)
$8 per member
$10 per non-member
Register by Mon., Sept. 25, 2023
Fall in Love with Pottery Painting
Pottery painting is so much fun! Join the team at uPaint Pottery at Polaris to paint a small pumpkin, learn about pottery painting, and see how pottery is fired. Girl Scouts, leaders, and parents are all welcome to participate. Adults registering as chaperones must pay to paint on site if they wish to paint a piece. Projects will be kiln fired and ready for pick-up within 7 days of the event.
Wed., Oct. 18, 2023
Register by Wed., Oct. 4, 2023
Wed., Oct. 25, 2023
Register by Wed., Oct. 11, 2023 uPaint Pottery (Franklin Co.)
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
$18 per person
Zombie Bash
Join us for Zombie Bash: a super fun zombie survival challenge! The zombie apocalypse has hit, and we need you to save camp! Learn valuable survival skills while you defend yourself and others, find food and clean water, and outsmart the zombies! This program has stations throughout camp and requires a moderate amount of walking. A refreshment station with light snacks and water dispensers will be available. Please bring a reusable water bottle to use during the program.
Sat., Oct. 21, 2023
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.)
$8 per member
$10 per non-member
Register by Mon., Oct. 9, 2023
Halloween Hike
Experience a spectacular fall afternoon full of adventure! Set out on a Halloween Hike where you will search for hidden clues and complete challenges along the way. Once you have completed all the challenges, you will receive a special Halloween Hike patch – and be rewarded with a campfire and s’more!
Sat., Oct. 28, 2023
Times vary
Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.)
$8 per person
Register by Sun., Oct 15, 2023
Fall Family Night Hike
Enjoy a guided hike over the hills, through the trees, and around the water with the whole family! As the light of day fades, learn how other senses are sharpened when vision is diminished. All participants will receive a patch.
Sat., Nov. 4, 2023
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
The Dawes Arboretum (Licking Co.)
$12 per person
Register by Tues, Oct. 24, 2023
Tough Cookie Ornament Painting
Paint a keepsake to cherish for years to come! Join us to paint a Girl Scout Tough Cookie ornament for your tree, learn about pottery painting and see the kilns and how the pottery is fired. Girl Scouts, leaders, and parents are all welcome to participate. Adults registering as chaperones must pay to paint on-site if they wish to paint a piece. Projects will be kiln fired and ready for pick-up within 7 days of the event.
Wed., Nov 8, 2023
Register by Wed., Oct. 25, 2023
Wed., Dec. 6, 2023
Register by Wed., Nov. 22, 2023 uPaint Pottery (Franklin Co.)
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
$15 per person
Alley Park After Dark
All levels are welcome for an evening of fun! Girls will explore the forest on a guided night hike, visit the Nature Center to meet some of the critters that live there, and enjoy the campfire while snacking on some scrumptious s’mores.
Fri., Nov. 10, 2023
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Alley Park (Fairfield Co.)
$13 per person
Register by Wed. Oct 25, 2023
BalletMet’s The Nutcracker
Join us for a matinee performance of The Nutcracker in Columbus and arrive early to hear a special presentation for Girl Scouts about the theatre, the show’s storyline, and ballet in general. Get up close and personal with BalletMet and enjoy the show with your troop!
Sun., Dec. 10, 2023
Register by Wed., Nov. 29, 2023
Sun., Dec. 17, 2023
Register by Mon., Dec. 4, 2023
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
The Ohio Theatre (Franklin Co.)
$28 per person
Maple Makers
Have you ever wanted to make your own maple syrup but didn’t know where to start? If you sign up for the Maple Syrup Makers program, you’ll receive a bucket, lid, spile, and other items to help you get started! You’ll also receive bi-weekly newsletters with tips to help you along the way as we progress through the maple syrup season! You will be able to pick these up during our office hours starting January 1, 2024.
Registration opens August 1, 2023
Register by Thurs., Nov. 23, 2023
Pickup locations & times vary $25 per kit
Maple Hike
Did you know that there’s a lot of science and engineering involved in making maple syrup? Join us at Camp Ken-Jockety to learn all about the process of how we make maple syrup, starting with identifying maple trees to having maple syrup drizzled over your pancakes! This is sure to be an informative and sweet time!
Sat., Jan. 6, 2024
Register by Sun., Dec. 31, 2023
Sat., March 2, 2024
Register by Sun., Feb. 25, 2024
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.)
$8 per person
Cookie Kickoff Pottery Painting
Get excited for cookie selling season! Join us to paint a Tough Cookie Girl Scout plate, learn about pottery painting and see the kilns and how the pottery is fired. Girl Scouts, leaders, and parents are all welcome to participate. Adults registering as chaperones must pay to paint on site if they wish to paint a piece. Projects will be kiln fired and ready for pickup within 7 days of the event.
Wed., Jan. 17, 2024
Register by Fri., Jan. 5, 2024
Wed., Jan. 24, 2024
Register by Fri., Jan. 12, 2024 uPaint Pottery (Franklin Co.)
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
$18 per person
Resident Camp Information Call
Join us to learn about our Resident Camp program, ask questions, and learn the basics of what camp is all about! This is a virtual program. You will receive a Zoom meeting link 24 hours prior to the start of the call.
Wed., Jan. 17, 2024
Tues., Jan. 23, 2024
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Virtual Free
Register by Mon., Jan. 15, 2024
Galentine’s Pottery Painting
Bring all the Galentines in your troop to make a sweet piece for Valentine’s Day. Join us to paint, learn about pottery painting, and see the kilns and how the pottery is fired. Girl Scouts, leaders, and parents are all welcome to participate. Adults registering as chaperones must pay to paint on site if they wish to paint a piece. Projects will be kiln fired and ready for pick-up within 7 days of the event.
Wed., Feb. 7, 2024
Register by Fri., Jan. 26, 2024
Wed., Feb. 21, 2024
Register by Fri., Feb. 9, 2024 uPaint Pottery (Franklin Co.)
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
$18 per person
Try New Things with our Patch Kits!
Make Girl Scouting fun and stress-free by purchasing a newly designed Patch Kit! Each kit is assembled to include almost everything one Girl Scout needs to earn a patch. Included in the kits are activity materials, instructions, the patch, and hours of fun. Order by Dec. 1st to receive your kit by Dec. 22. They can be picked up from one of our service centers during set days and times or mailed directly to your home for an additional fee.
Resilient, Ready, Strong
Life isn’t always easy, but dealing with tricky emotions doesn’t have to be so hard. Try activities from the Girl Scouts: Resilient. Ready. Strong. program to unlock a patch and strengthen your mental wellness. Nobody can snap their fingers and make the world all sunshine and lollipops, but you can take steps to be ready when things get tough. Go get ‘em, Girl Scout!
$8 for pick-up
$18 for shipping
The House that She Built
Exploring careers in construction is a great way to develop skills and discover new ones. Together, Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland and The House that She Built want to empower girls to think about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and construction careers by meeting real professional women in the building industry. This patch program helps girls build self-esteem and develop skills through curiosity and hands-on activities.
$8 for pick-up
$18 for shipping
Great Backyard Bird Count
Become a bird expert! Girls will participate in the Great American Backyard Bird Count with the Alley Park Staff. They will learn about native and migratory birds, how to identify them by their features, and then observe birds by the feeders. Girls should be prepared to hike around the lake as they take a tally of the various birds they see and hear!
Sat., Feb. 17, 2024
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Alley Park (Fairfield Co.)
$13 per person
Register by Weds., Jan. 31, 2023
Family Maple Syruping Tour
During this 40-minute program, travel along the maple trail to discover the many ways of making syrup throughout history. Stop at the Log Cabin to taste a sample of this allnatural treat! All participants will receive a patch.
Sat., Feb. 24, 2024 OR Sun., Feb. 25, 2024
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
12:45 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
The Dawes Arboretum (Licking Co.)
$10 per person
Register by Wed., Feb. 7, 2024
Girl Scouts Birthday Party
Come celebrate with us! Join Girl Scouts from across the council to commemorate the day in 1912 when Juliette “Daisy” Gordon Low officially registered the organization’s first 18 members in Savannah, Georgia. Discover how it all began with Girl Scout history demonstrations and activities led by our archive experts. Connect with other Girl Scouts on the dance floor and through our SWAP exchange. Grab some cake and have some fun making your own piñata to take home. Fun patch included. Choose from multiple check in times.
Sat., March 9, 2024
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Watermark Office (Franklin Co.)
$13 per youth
$8 per adult Register by Mon., Feb. 26, 2024
Girl Scouts Grow
Grow a garden at home! Girl Scouts receive seeds via mail or choose to pick them up at the service center of your choice for free to start their own vegetable garden. Then pay it forward by donating produce to a local food pantry or food bank. All participants receive a patch for their participation! Girls can participate solo or with their troop. Seed packets will be available for pick-up the week of March 24, 2024. Mail home option is $3. If choosing to have the packet mailed directly to you, it will be mailed the same week.
Reg. opens Fri., Sept. 1, 2023
Virtual Free Register by Fri., March 15, 2024
Tree Tappers Maple Syrup Festival
Join us at our Tree Tappers community festival, where you can go on a hike around our maple grove, help us split wood for our wood-fired evaporator, and visit the sugarhouse! Bring the whole family out and experience the Camp Ken-Jockety Maple Syrup operation. There is something for kids of all ages! Arrival times will be every 30 minutes, so ensure your group registers simultaneously. Activities are spread around camp, so expect a moderate amount of walking. A patch is not included with admission but can be purchased.
Sat., March 23, 2024
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Register by Sat. March 16, 2024
Sun., March 24, 2024
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Register by Sun. March 17, 2024
Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.)
$15 per person
STEM Day with the Columbus Blue Jackets
This all-day event includes entry to our Girl Scout STEM Day program, a CBJ game ticket, and a souvenir laser-cut wood keepsake! The day program before the game will include an Open Skate, STEM activity stations with the PAST Foundation, and a panel presentation featuring inspiring women in STEM.
Sat., April 6, 2024
2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Nationwide Arena (Franklin Co.)
Price TBD
Register by March 29, 2024
Spring Trefoil Mug Pottery Painting
Painting pottery is so much fun! Join us to paint a Trefoil Girl Scout Mug, learn about pottery painting and see the kilns and how the pottery is fired. Girl Scouts, leaders, and parents are all welcome to participate. Adults registering as chaperones must pay to paint on-site if they wish to paint a piece. Projects will be kiln fired and ready for pick-up within 7 days of the event.
Wed., April 17, 2024
Register by Fri., April 5, 2024
Wed., April 24, 2024
Register by Fri., April 12, 2024 uPaint Pottery (Franklin Co.)
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
$24 per person
Pollinator Palooza
What do butterflies, bees, bats, and hummingbirds all have in common? They are all pollinators who need our help! During this program, you’ll learn what pollinators are, why they are so important, and what we can do to help protect them. You’ll assemble a bee hotel, plant a starter pollinator garden with plants that can help pollinators thrive, make a pollinatorinspired craft, and learn about ways you and your family can help protect pollinators!
Sat., May 4, 2024
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.)
$10 per person
Register by Sat., April 27, 2024
Ready for Launch
5…4...3…2…1...BLAST OFF! Learn all about rocket science with this exciting new program! Learn about how rockets are designed, see model rocket launches in action, and participate in astronaut training exercises to make sure you’re ready for launch!
Sat., Sept. 14, 2024
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.)
$10 per person
Register by Sat., Sept. 7, 2024
Goodwill Good Turn Days
Participate in community service by collecting items to donate to your local participating Goodwill! Girl Scouts can collect and donate items in honor of our slogan: “Do a good turn daily.” Youth members who take in at least one large bag of items will receive a patch from participating Goodwill locations. Check out our Facebook page and groups for details for the events in fall 2023 and spring 2024. Details about dates, participating locations, and the Goodwill patch design will be released closer to their respective collection dates.
