myGSOH - Spring/Summer 2015 by Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland

MY GIRL SCOUT OPPORTUNITY HANDBOOK SPRING/SUMMER 2015

At Girl Scouts, big adventures and awesome friends always go together. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out! Register for another year of Girl Scouts by June 15, 2015 and get a free fun patch. Claim your spot today at www.gsoh.org!

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Bring her to a Council Event anytime between Jan. 1st and July 31st , 2015 and both of you will be able to attend the program for FREE* (for programs $8 and under) and receive a patch!

Bring a friend to camp this summer and you will receive a cool bandana as well as a patch. Use the Bring a Friend registration form.

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CORA (Council Online Registration Access) is a safe and secure way to register for programs. Use CORA to register at your convenience, and know immediately if you are in a program!

How to register: Online or by paper Complete instructions, printable registration forms, and cancellation policies can be found at gsoh.org/for-girls/events/

Family and All-Ages Opportunities Share your Girl Scout pride with your family

Programs on the Go Your interests, on your time

GS Daisy Opportunities Activities for girls in grades 2-3

GS Brownie Opportunities Activities for girls in grades 2-3

GS Junior Opportunities

GS Cadette Opportunities

Adventure Treks

GS Senior & Ambassador Opportunities

GS Ambassador Opportunities

Activities for girls in grades 4-5

Activities for girls in grades 6-8

Outdoor activities for girls in grades 6-12

Activities for girls in grades 9-12

Activities for girls in grades 11-12

Financial aid is available. This symbol indicates that adult supervision is required. Adults must register. If you have questions, please contact program@gsoh.org or call 800-621-7042. New! Starting May 1st, 2015, a late fee will be added

to all program registrations accepted after the deadline. This does not guarantee we will be able to add registrations after the deadline. If we are able to add the registration, a $2 late fee will be added to each person registered. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to register on time to secure your spot and avoid the late fee.

Our AMAZING Girl Scouts Calling all Amazing Girl Scouts. We are looking for submissions for future issues of myGSOH! Send us poems, photographs, pictures of your coolest art projects, or something else amazing you have done. You may see your pictures here! Please include your name, grade, and town with your submission. Send your submissions electronically to program@gsoh.org with the subject line: Our Amazing Girl Scouts.

Girl Scout Families & All Ages

Bridging Ceremony

Family Day

Earn your bridging award with Girl Scout friends new and old! Your troop will plan and share an activity with younger girls while getting a chance to interact with older girls for a peek at the Girl Scout fun that lies ahead. Bridging award, certificate, and refreshments are included. Adults troop volunteers will receive training while you earn your award. Families and friends are invited to attend the ceremony portion of the event.

Are you or your family a little nervous about your first resident camp experience? Family Day is a great way for first-time campers to see camp in action! Meet the camp counselors, go for a swim, learn about nature and the critters that call camp home, and play games with new camp friends. Also, taste test some camp chow and check out where campers eat, sleep, and play! Being familiar with new surroundings will help both you and your parents feel comfortable with your upcoming summer camp adventure. Lunch is provided for all registered participants.

Sat., Jun. 13, 2015 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $7 per person Register by Wed., May. 27, 2015

Camper Council It’s your summer – camp it! We want to hear your ideas for next summer’s resident camp. Taste test new menu options and vote on your favorites. What color should the camp t-shirt be? Hear about new program ideas and suggest your own. At this planning retreat, you get to help design the adventures of next summer. So, write your thoughts down this summer and come prepared to make a difference! Resident camp experience is preferred, but not required. Why not bring a friend? This program is for registered Girl Scouts in all grade levels.

Sat., Oct. 10, 2015 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) $4 per person Register by Wed., Sep. 23, 2015

Sat., Jun. 13, 2015 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) $5 per person Register by Wed., May. 27, 2015

Family Camp Grab the whole gang and join us for the most rootin’ tootin’ camp of the summer! Going on a horseback ride, learning to lasso, and joining in an all-camp gold rush are just some of the wild west adventures that you can try out at this year’s family camp. Of course, there will be time for swimming, crafts, and other traditional camp activities too! Price includes meals, activities, and lodging in a platform tent.

Fri., Jul. 10, 2015–Sun., Jul. 12, 2015 6:30 p.m.–10:00 a.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) $40 per person ages 5 and up $20 per child under 5 Register by Wed., Jun. 24, 2015

Fall Product Program Rally

Family Fun Fridays

Save the date to attend our 2015 Fall Product Program Rally! Attending our rally will allow girls to learn more about the products, helpful sales strategies, and have fun learning through crafts and games.

Camp Ken-Jockety is excited to host a monthly Family Fun Night! Activities will be provided for the whole family. There are tons of activities to choose from throughout the year. There is something for everyone in the family!

Sat., Sep. 20, 2015 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $5 per person Register by Wed., Sep. 2, 2015

Fall Work Day Camp Work Days consist of various tasks to help get our camps prepared for the winter. Projects may include trail maintenance, taking down tents, cleaning and storing mattresses, prepping the garden for winter, and more. It’s your chance to participate in a service project, giving back to the camps that you love. Lunch is provided. 2

Field Day

Let’s get outside and have some serious family fun! Today field fun will be the name of the game!

Fri., May 1, 2015 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $5 per person Register by Wed., Apr. 15, 2015

Sat., Oct. 17, 2015 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) Free Register by Wed., Sep. 30, 2015

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There’s something for everyone at the fair! Find the Girl Scout exhibit area at the Youth Center for fun events throughout the fair. Volunteer as an assistant, enter a fair project in a variety of categories, earn troop funds by selling cookies in the exhibit area, and/or show your Girl Scout pride by participating in the Daily Parade.

Girl Scout activities include: ed., Jul. 29, 2015 Swaps Day W Thu., Jul. 30, 2015 Art Day Thu., Jul. 30, 2015 Cookie Box Creations Thu., Jul. 30, 2015 Minute to Win It Game Competition Fri., Jul. 31, 2015 Hands-on Science Day Sat., Aug. 1, 2015 Talent Competition Sun., Aug. 2, 2015 Flag Ceremony Competition Sun., Aug. 2, 2015 Speech Competition Mon., Aug. 3, 2015 Girl Scout Traditions Day Tues., Aug 4, 2015 Duct Tape Creations Wed., Aug. 5, 2015 Forever Green Fri., Aug. 7, 2015 Girl Scout Games Sat., Aug. 8, 2015 Cupcake Wars For additional details, entry categories, entry forms, registration information, and information about other planned activities, see the Ohio State Fair information on www.gsoh.org.

Girl Scout Day with the Columbus Clippers – Overnight

Kickin’ It with the Crew SC – Overnight

Join the Columbus Clippers for an exclusive event just for Girl Scouts and their families. Participate in the pre-game autograph session and Girl Scout parade around the field, then watch the game and camp out on the field! Camp out includes a movie on the jumbotron, snack, and a light breakfast. Brownies through Ambassadors can get started on their Legacy Athlete badge for their age level.

Join the Columbus Crew SC for an exclusive event just for Girl Scouts and their families. Enjoy pre-game activities, watch the game, get a tour of the stadium, and camp out at Mapfre Stadium. Camp out includes a movie, snack, patch, light breakfast, and a soccer clinic for girl members only. Brownies through ambassadors can get started on their Legacy Athlete badge for their age level.

Sat., Jun. 27 – Sun., Jun. 28, 2015 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 a.m. Huntington Park (Franklin Co.) $25 per person

Sat., Sept. 26 – Sun., Sept. 27, 2015 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 a.m. Crew Stadium (Franklin Co.) $32 per person

Girl Scout Day with the Columbus Clippers – Game Only

Kickin’ It with the Crew SC – Game Only

Come and enjoy all the exclusive pre-game activities, then watch the game!

Come enjoy all the exclusive pre-game activities, then watch the game!

Sat., Sept. 26, 2015 4:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Crew Stadium (Franklin Co.) $23 per person

Sat., Jun.27, 2015 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Huntington Park (Franklin Co.) $13 per person Register by Wed., Jun. 10, 2015

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Photo: Ohio State Fair

Girl Scout Families & All Ages Hike & Seek

Part hike, part scavenger hunt, all fun! Strike out on this hike around camp and look for activity stations along the way that will encourage you to explore everything that is fun about being outside. Collect stamps at each of the activity stations to receive a participation patch after completing the hike! Sat., May 2, 2015 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m., or 3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) $5 per person

Open Fishing Day Bring your family or your troop out to K-J and visit Becky’s pond to find out what lies beneath the surface. Bring your own fishing equipment and cast away! Bait will be provided. Chaperones will be responsible for their own fisherpeople!

Sun., May 17, 2015 Sun., Jun. 14, 2015 Sun., Sep. 13, 2015

2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $4 per person

Summer Camp Open House Tour camp, meet summer camp staff members, and ask any questions that you may have about resident camp. Don’t miss this opportunity to check out our living accommodations—poke your head in the tents, cabins, and yurts, test out the beds, and explore the dining hall. Plus, you’ll have a chance to join in a game of gaga, learn a new song, make a friendship bracelet, and toast a gourmet s’more! Sun., May 3, 2015 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) Free

Tecumseh Step back in time with the cast of Tecumseh as they tell the story of the Shawnee leader from the late 18th century. See the drama unfold in the hills of Chillicothe with vivid action scenes that bring these historic events to life. Before the performance, Girl Scouts will go behind the scenes with cast members, get a stage tour, see live demonstrations of the stunts and weaponry, and get an exclusive look at how the whole show is performed.

Sat., Jul. 11, 2015 Sat., Aug. 1, 2015

5:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre (Ross Co.) $28 per person

Twilight Hike & Campfire Take a leisurely evening stroll to explore the sights and sounds of camp. Then relax around a campfire, complete with songs, hot dogs, and s’mores!

Fri., Sep. 18, 2015 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Camp Crooked Lane (Morrow Co.) $4 per person Register by Wed., Sep. 2, 2015

Amazing Chase

Have you ever wanted to visit the Girl Scout World Centers? In this program you will get a chance to visit India, Savannah, England, Mexico and Switzerland! At each location you will be faced with a unique challenge! Each Girl Scout program level will face different skill tests that are appropriate for their age level. Rack up the most points and watch how you stack up next to other Amazing Chase participants. Sun., May. 31, 2015 2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $10 per person Register by Wed., May. 13, 2015

*Adult supervision required for Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors only.

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Programs on the Go A N YONE , A N Y W HE R E

Groups of 10–25 girls can now choose from one or more of our standard two-hour programs to fit your needs. Prices are $4–$6 per girl, and most (but not all) programs can be adapted for any age level. To find out more, visit www.gsoh.org/camps/programs-on-the-go. WILDLIFE INVESTIGATOR GIRL SCOUT TRADITIONS

LETTERBOXING

SURVIVAL SKILLS

ORIENTEERING

CHALLENGE COURSE

CANOEING

OUTDOOR COOKNIG

THEATER

LET’S GET ACTIVE!

ECO ARTS + CRAFTS

MAD SCIENCE

POWER UP*

COOPERATIVE GAMES

JOIN US AT C A MP DISCOVERY WALK

GEOCACHING

HIKE + CAMPFIRE

AQUATIC EXPLORER

ARCHERY

BACKPACKING

SK IL L- BUIL DE R S

*POWER UP IS A SIX-HOUR PICK-A-PRDOGRAM

Activity: Coloring Page

Draw yourself doing your favorite summer activity, then color the picture!

Hey Artists! Would you like your artwork to be featured in MyGSOH? Draw a picture of yourself with your best friend or a group of friends, and send it to us at: Girl Scouts of Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Heartland 1700 WaterMark Drive Columbus, OH 43215 You could see your picture in a future MyGSOH!

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Girl Scout Daisies Daisy Adventure Club

Beautiful Butterflies

Adventurous means to be bold, daring, unusual, risky, and exciting. The Daisy Adventure Club will allow you to be all of those things (not too much risk) as you explore the world through science, games, crafts, treasure hunts, and more. The Daisy Adventure Club has two remaining fun seasonal programs this year. You can choose to go to Camp KenJockety or the Zanesville Service Center for your experience.

Visit the butterfly garden at Alley Park to learn about these beautiful insects. Learn what they like to eat, where they live, their life cycle, and more in this fun class designed for Girl Scout Daisies!

How Does Your Garden Grow? Have you ever planted a garden? Learn the tools of the trade and the plants to grow before practicing the garden FUNdamentals. Go home with basics to start your own garden. Sun., May 3, 2015 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. Zanesville Service Center (Muskingum Co.) $4 per person

Sun., May 3, 2015 4:30 p.m.–6:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $4 per person

We All Scream for Ice Cream! What is more fun than ice cream on a hot summer’s day? Making it yourself! Roll the can or shake the bag to make your own summertime treat. Stir up a batch of ice cream play dough and take a run through a pop bottle sprinkler. Sun., Aug. 2, 2015 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. Zanesville Service Center (Muskingum Co.) $4 per person

Sun., Aug. 2, 2015 4:30 p.m.–6:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $4 per person

Tue., Jun. 2, 2015 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Alley Park (Fairfield Co.) $6 per girl

Cookie Box Creations Competition What’s inside the boxes might be tasty, but the boxes could be a work of art, themselves! Show your creativity by entering this competition at the Ohio State Fair and creating something new using Girl Scout cookie boxes! See www.gsoh. org for more information. Thu., Jul. 30, 2015 Entry: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Judging: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Youth Center, Ohio State Fairgrounds (Franklin Co.)

Daisy Cooking Fun Show everyone that Girl Scout Daisies can cook, too! Tour the cooking facility that’s used by the chefs at Ashland University. Learn to identify fruits and vegetables that are used most often in preparing meals. Prepare a kabob sandwich with whole grain bread, cheese, turkey, tomato, and lettuce. Finally, you’ll get to create energy bites using healthy ingredients! Mon., Jun. 1, 2015 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Ashland University (Ashland Co.) $16 per girl

Pal & Me Overnight Bring your favorite adult pal with you to this overnight camp experience. You can try a variety of camp activities while having a familiar adult nearby. Activities will include crafts, games, a cookout, singing, nature exploration, and more. Fri., Jun. 19, 2015–Sat., Jun 20, 2015 6:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Camp Wakatomika (Licking Co.) $30 per person

Passion for Fashion Runway Show Get ready to cheer for Girl Scout Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors! You’ll get to watch a fashion show put together by older Girl Scouts and even vote for a “People’s Choice” best outfit. Come be a part of the fun! Sat., Jun. 6, 2015 2:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Zanesville Service Center (Muskingum Co.) Free Spring/Summer 2015

Girl Scout Brownies Brownie Beginnings

Girls Just Wanna JorDance

In this monthly program, we will work on different Girl Scout badges! This is a great opportunity for girls who are or aren’t in a troop to participate. A snack and badge will be provided.

Join JorDance Inc. for a fun afternoon of dance at the Fred Astaire dance studio in Westerville. Dance instructors will show you the basics and help you complete some badge requirements as you whirl and twirl across the room. Cost includes lunch.

Making Games Games are everywhere when you use your imagination to make them up!

Tue., May 5, 2015 Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. $4 per person

Deadline: Wed., Apr. 15, 2015

Money Manager Learn how to manage money wisely.

Tue., Sep. 8, 2015 Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. $4 per person

Deadline: Wed., Aug. 19, 2015

Brownie Butterfly Bonanza In this butterfly festival program we will learn about our beautiful; once caterpillar friends. Learn about the life cycle of butterflies, experience butterfly face painting, make butterfly snacks and play butterfly games! You will also leave with the type of seeds you need to grow a butterfly garden of your own! Sat., Sep. 19, 2015 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $8 per person

Explore the Many Wonders of Water Dive into your WOW! Wonders of Water Journey with Audubon by learning about what makes water so important, where you can find it, and why we should keep it clean. Sat., Sep. 12, 2015 9:30 a.m.–noon Grange Insurance Audubon Center (Franklin Co.) $10 per person

Flag Ceremony Competition This Ohio State Fair competition consists of traditional and creative flag ceremonies. The first place winner in each age group (Daisy/Brownie/Junior and Cadette/Senior/ Ambassador) will present their ceremonies at the Girl Scout Awards program on August 9. See www.gsoh.org for more information.

Sat., Sep. 26, 2015 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m. Fred Astaire Studio, Westerville (Franklin Co.) $14 per person

Sat., Oct. 17, 2015 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m. Fred Astaire Studio, Westerville (Franklin Co.) $14 per person

Hike, Splash and Laugh Spend the morning session at camp taking a special hike to search for animal tracks, and other interesting facts about the woods of K-J. Bring your own lunch to enjoy, because you will want to be fueled up for the afternoon session of swimming in the K-J pool!

Sat., Jul. 11, 2015 Register by Wed., Jun. 24, 2015 Sat., Aug. 8, 2015 Register by Wed., Jul. 22, 2015

10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $8 per person

Island Paradise Pool Party This luau themed pool party will include several beach themed crafts, games, a festive photo booth, and swimming. Pizza will also be provided. Adult participants must register and pay the fee to attend. Sat., Jul. 18, 2015 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $8 per person

Minute to Win It Competition Do you have a steady hand and sharp eye? Can you stack items 10 high? How about eating... with no hands? Does a candy elevator race sound enticing? This is a chance to have fun while competing in a game show-like competition at the Ohio State Fair. See www.gsoh.org for more information. Thu., Jul. 30, 2015 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Youth Center, Ohio State Fairgrounds (Franklin Co.)

Sun., Aug. 2, 2015 Practice: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Stage: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Youth Center, Ohio State Fairgrounds (Franklin Co.) 8

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Money Manager Badge Event

Jumpstart your Brownie Money Manager badge at this fun program for girls, where you’ll learn the importance of needs versus wants. Bank facilitators will share with you about how you can start to manage money. You’ll even get a tour of the bank to learn the ins and outs of the banking world.

Sat., Apr. 25, 2015 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Heartland Bank (Franklin Co.) $3 per person Register by Wed., Apr. 8, 2015

Pal & Me Overnight Bring your favorite adult pal with you to this overnight camp experience. You can try a variety of camp activities while having a familiar adult nearby. Activities will include crafts, games, a cookout, singing, nature exploration, and more. Sat., Jun. 20-Sun., Jun. 21, 2015 6:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Camp Wakatomika (Licking Co.) $30 per person

Pets 101 Do you love your pet? Thinking about getting one? Learn how to keep a pet healthy through the Ohio Kids Love Animals education program. Tour the Capital Area Humane Society, interact with resident animals, and enjoy a fun-filled day of activities, including earning some of the requirements for the Pets badge (badge not included). Please bring an item to donate to the Capital Area Humane Society; a list will be provided with program confirmation. Sat., Jun. 6, 2015 Register by Wed., May 27, 2015 Sat., Aug. 1, 2015 Register by Wed., Jul. 15, 2015 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Capital Area Humane Society (Franklin Co.) $8 per person

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Girl Scout Brownies Pirate Treasure Hunt

Shiver-me-timbers, there’s treasure to be hunting! We’ll start by making dress-up pieces so you look the part, then set off on a swashbuckling letterboxing adventure, deciphering clues and a treasure map to find the buried treasure! Remember, X marks the spot!

Sat., Jun. 13, 2015 Register by Wed., May 27, 2015 Sat., Jun. 27, 2015 Register by Wed., Jun. 10, 2015 Sat., Jul. 25, 2015 Register by Mon., Jul. 8, 2015

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) $6 per person

Pond Exploration Grab a net and join the fun looking for critters lurking in Lake Loretta. Old closed-toed shoes are a must as we work from the pond edge to capture things that wiggle in the water.

Tue., May 26, 2015 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Alley Park (Fairfield Co.) $6 per girl

Popcorn with a Purpose Explore the themes of each movie through science experiments, snacks, games, and more. Then relax, grab some popcorn and enjoy the film! Despicable Me Fri., Jun. 19, 2015 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.

The Lorax Fri., Jul. 17, 2015 5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Register by Wed., Jul. 1, 2015 Brave Fri., Sep. 25, 2015 5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

Special Olympics Opening Ceremonies Join Girl Scouts in leading the teams at the Opening Ceremony for the 2015 Summer Games. Girls will carry section flags for the athletes and be recognized during the ceremony. Plus, you can work toward the Celebrating Community badge! Fri., Jun. 26, 2015 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Ohio State University Campus (Franklin Co.) Free

Splash & Saddle 1 Spend a day at Camp Molly Lauman’s two most popular spots, the barn and the pool! Take the reins for a horseback arena lesson, spend time splashing at the pool, and round out the fun with traditional camp activities like crafts, games, and lunch in the camp dining hall. Limited adult spots are available. Non-participating adults are welcome to watch, but need to preregister for lunch.

Sat., Jun. 13, 2015 Register by Wed., May 27, 2015 Sat., Jul. 25, 2015 Register by Wed., Jul. 8, 2015

10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) $15 per person $5 per person (lunch only)

Teddy Bear Picnic If you go down to the woods today, you’re in for a big surprise! During this program you will stuff your own teddy bear, learn about famous bears and real bears, and sample different types of honey. Enjoy crafts, games, snacks and more! Sun., Sep. 6, 2015 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $8 per person

Snack Time! Everyone loves a snack! Learn to make snacks that are in different forms and easy to prepare. From guacamole, a savory snack enjoyed in many areas of the world, to a “monkey business” smoothie that is fun, delicious, and a great source of energy!

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Tue., Jun. 2, 2015 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Ashland University (Ashland Co.) $16 per girl Register by Wed., May 13, 2015

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Troop Core Camp—Basic

Troops need to provide adult supervision for their girls, but at a BASIC Core Camp, we provide the rest: program facilitators, song leaders, activity materials, meals, and a whole lot of fun! Troop Camp Certification is not required for Basic Level Core Camp.

One night Spend one night at Camp Wakatomika and enjoy activities such as crafts, games, outdoor skills, slingshotting, hiking, and more. Participants sleep in platform tents or cabins.

Fri., May 15–Sat., May 16, 2015 Sat., May 16–Sun., May 17, 2015

6:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Camp Wakatomika (Licking Co.) $25 per person

Two nights At Camp Molly Lauman, stay for the whole weekend and choose from activities like slingshotting, horseback riding, nature studies, games, creeking, arts and crafts, swimming, and more! (Some activities have age and/or maximum

participant restrictions.)

Fri., Aug. 7–Sun., Aug. 9, 2015 6:30 p.m.–10:00 a.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) $40 per person

Twilight Hike and Camp Fire During this program you will go on a wilderness hike all around camp, learning about nature and animals. Then you’ll settle in beside a crackling campfire for songs, stories and s’mores. Thu., Sep. 11, 2015 Deadline: Wed., Aug. 26, 2015 Sat., Sep. 26, 2015 Deadline: Wed., Sep. 9, 2015

7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $5 per person

Virtual Book Club: Mighty Girls Girls of all ages can do amazing things to make a difference in the world! In this Virtual Book Club, you’ll read about real and fictional girls who have done amazing things. You’ll be inspired to do amazing things, too! We’ll have weekly challenges to help you earn a badge or part of a Journey, and you’ll receive a copy of one of the books we’ll read. Book club meets for eight weeks on a private blog.

Tue., Jun. 9, 2015 $8 per person

Troop Core Camp-Advanced At an ADVANCED Core Camp, troops handle their own meals, but we provide the rest—program facilitators, song leaders, activity materials, and a whole lot of fun! Activities might include slingshotting, nature studies, games, arts and crafts, swimming, and more! (Some activities have age and/or maximum participant restrictions.) Troop Camp Certification is required for Advanced Level Core Camp. Program participants must submit paper registrations for all members of their troop together, to ensure proper bunk and activity placement.

Fri., Jun. 26–Sun., Jun. 28, 2014 6:30 p.m.–10:00 a.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $25 per person Register by Wed., Jun. 10, 2015

Check out Todd Parr’s great book about best friends, then bring your friend to an awesome GSOH program!

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April 22 is Earth Day! Read about the Lorax, who “speaks for the trees” in Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax. Interested in Planet Earth activities? Sign up for the Planet Party at Camp K-J on April 25!

Connect the dots and color the picture to make a home for the bluebird!

Activity: Dot-to-Dot

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Make a Twisted Friendship Bracelet! 1

Cut some lengths of string about three feet long. Put them all together and hold one end of the group, while your buddy holds the other end.

Start twisting the strings together.

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When the string is twisted very tightly, have your buddy hold her end tight while you hold your end with one hand, and pull the middle of the string with a finger on your other hand. Don’t pull too hard! Bring your end of twisted string close to your buddy’s hands. Make sure your buddy is holding tight, then let go of the string only with the hand holding the middle! Hang onto the end you twisted! Watch the string twist around itself! Smooth out the twists and tie the bracelet around your buddy’s wrist. Now make another one for you!

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A journey from seed to flower Spring is a time for flowers! Look around when you are outside and see all the flowers growing. How did they get there? All flowers come from seeds. Here is how a plant grows from a seed to a flower:

First, a ﬂower starts as a seed. Seeds are very small and don’t look very much like the ﬂowers they will become. Seeds need good soil, sunlight, and water. Then they will start to grow.

Next, if the seed gets enough water and sunlight, something amazing will happen! The seed will start to sprout. A little green stem will push out of the seed and start to grow above the ground. Roots will also grow below the ground.

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If the seed keeps getting good sunlight and water, it will keep growing. The plant will grow above the ground and get taller. It will grow leaves and will start to grow ﬂowers in little bunches called buds. The plant will also grow below the ground. Its roots will grow longer.

After the plant grows buds, the buds will open and each one will become a ﬂower. When you walk outside this Spring and Summer, you can think of the long journey each one took from a tiny seed to a beautiful ﬂower! Spring/Summer 2015

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Girl Scout Juniors Advanced Archery

Refine your archery skills by playing both individual and team target games like tic-tac-toe, knock out, and survivor. Prerequisite: Basic Archery or equivalent. Thu., May 21, 2015 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Zanesville Service Center (Muskingum Co.) $6 per girl

Adventure Day Are you up for the ultimate camp adventure? Challenge yourself on the low ropes course, compete in canoe games on the lake, test your aim at the target sports range, and try out the slackline (a mix between a tightrope and a trampoline). The day’s activities will not only quench your thirst for fun, but also test your group’s communication, team work, and strength. Lunch is provided in the camp dining hall. Non-participating adults are welcome to watch, but need to preregister for lunch ($5 per adult). Sat., Jun. 13, 2015 Sat., Jun. 27, 2015 Sat., Jul. 25, 2015

10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) $15 per person $5 per person (lunch only)

Basic Archery

After a quick briefing on safety, learn the feel of the bow in your hand as you are about to release the arrow, the sound of the arrow as it hits the target, and the feeling you get as you strive to hit the bullseye with a perfect shot! Tue., May 5, 2015 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Zanesville Service Center (Muskingum Co.) $6 per person

Sat., May 9, 2015 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $6 per person

Tue., Jun. 2, 2015 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Alley Park (Fairfield Co.) $6 per girl

Basic Canoeing

Learn the basics of this fun water sport, including safety and paddling skills. Then, get out on the water to improve your technique with games and challenges, and paddle away with confidence! Sat., May 9, 2015 Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $6 per person

Choose a time: 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Beauty Boot Camp Join The Beauty Mentor for an exciting journey into the world of TRUE beauty with an expert! You will learn about skin care, how to make your own safe and organic beauty products, and learn about all the tools you’ll need to increase your “glow” factor inside and outside. You will complete steps toward earning a badge. Sat., Sep. 19, 2015 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Council Headquarters (Franklin Co.) $16 per person

Cookie Culinary Competition Are you head over heels for Girl Scout cookies? Could you eat Girl Scout cookies every minute you’re awake? Do you love them so much you’d eat them in cake or in something else you’d bake? Using Girl Scout cookies as an ingredient, we’d like to see what you can make at this Ohio State Fair competition. See www.gsoh.org for more information. Wed., Aug. 5, 2015 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Youth Center, Ohio State Fairgrounds (Franklin Co.)

C.S.I. Beverly Hills

A group of girls are at a sleepover and a favorite piece of jewelry goes missing. How can you solve this awful mystery and help the girls stay friends? While working on your Detective badge, you’ll help solve the case! Being a detective is a stressful job, so we’ll have a pampering spa to help you unwind. Plus, you’ll get to interview women who work in the criminal justice field and may even get to meet a special furry officer and receive a special patch!

Fri., May 1-Sat., May 2, 2015 7:00 p.m.–Noon Zanesville Service Center (Muskingum Co.) $17 per person Register by Wed., Apr. 15, 2015

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Cupcake Wars

Want to try your hand at decorating a cupcake? Participants in this Ohio State Fair competition will decorate a cupcake to fit a theme within the required time limit. Cupcakes, icing, decorating tips, candy, and other food items will be provided. See www.gsoh.org for more information.

Sat., Aug. 8, 2015 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Youth Center, Ohio State Fairgrounds (Franklin Co.)

Don’t Leaf Me, I’m Buggin’ Out

Go Wild! Ride the bus to spend the day exploring The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden! This one-day bus trip is a great way to try traveling with GSOH while working toward your Animal Habitats badge.

Thu., Aug. 7, 2015 Bus stops and times will be determined $40 per person Register by Wed., Jul. 23, 2015

Island Paradise Pool Party

During this program you will discover some exciting things about fall! You’ll investigate what makes leaves change color and learn about some of your favorite creepy crawlies!

This luau themed pool party will include several beach themed crafts, games, a festive photo booth, and swimming. Pizza will also be provided. Adult participants must register and pay the fee to attend.

Sat., Jul. 18, 2015 5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $8 per person

Sun., Sep. 27, 2015 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $6 per person Register by Wed., Sep. 9, 2015

Flower Child Festival K-J is transformed into a burst of color! Learn how to make some awesome flower crafts, get your face painted, make a psychedelic snack, and learn about what makes flowers extraordinary!

Junior Jumpstart In this monthly program, we will work on different Girl Scout badges! This is a great opportunity for girls who are, or aren’t, in a troop to participate. A snack and badge will be provided. Pond TOE Tue., May 19, 2015 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $4 per person

Business Owner Tue., Sep. 22, 2015 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $4 per person

Sun., May 3, 2015 12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $8 per person

Girls Just Wanna JorDance Join JorDance Inc. for a fun afternoon of dance at the Fred Astaire dance studio in Westerville. Dance instructors will show you the basics and help you complete some badge requirements as you whirl and twirl across the room. Cost includes lunch. Sat., Sep. 26, 2015 Sat., Oct. 17, 2015

12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Fred Astaire Studio, Westerville (Franklin Co.) $14 per person

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Girl Scout Juniors Kelton House After Dark

Is the Kelton House haunted? Decide for yourself during this overnight experience. Get to know the Keltons through a series of spooky stories and other activities. Dinner, a snack and breakfast are included, as is a complimentary admission for a return visit to the museum. Sat., Oct. 24, 2015 – Sun., Oct. 25, 2015 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 a.m. Kelton House (Franklin Co.) Register by Wed., Oct. 7, 2015

Lava Luau In this exciting program we will be whisked away with Hawaiian Island spirit! We will learn about volcanoes and maybe even make an eruption or two! This event will include pizza and swimming. Sat., Aug. 15, 2015 5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $8 per person

Mad Mud Challenge

Do you like the thrill of completing extreme challenges and getting muddy? Join us for the third annual Mad Mud Challenge! Modeled after other popular mud races, this course will challenge you with some newly added obstacles and a slightly different course! You choose your start times, and many waves are available. Registered adults are invited to participate. Awards for costumes will be given and t-shirts will be awarded to those who participate!

Pond Exploration Grab a net and join the fun looking for critters lurking in Lake Loretta. Old closed-toed shoes are a must as we work from the pond edge to capture things that wiggle in the water. Tue., May 19, 2015 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Alley Park (Fairfield Co.) $6 per girl

The Lorax Fri., Jul. 17, 2015 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $5 per person

Brave Fri., Sep. 25, 2015 5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $5 per person

Sat., May 9, 2015 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Crooked Lane (Morrow Co.) $18 per person

Rock and Roll Jubilee

Passion for Fashion Challenge

Fri., Sep. 18, 2015 6:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $8 per person

Can you pull together a complete head-to-toe look on a budget? Working in a team with three of your friends and an adult, you’ll get a stipend to spend at the local Goodwill store to buy clothing and accessories for two head-to-toe looks. Then, you’ll come back to the Zanesville Service Center to assemble your looks (we’ll have sewing machines and decorations on hand) for a runway-ready fashion show! Your looks will be judged and winning teams will receive medals! Sat., Jun. 6, 2015 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Zanesville Service Center (Muskingum Co.) $6 per person

In this new exciting program, we will be learning about the science behind rocks and how we experience sound! We will also be learning about some of the most famous female rock and roll singers of all time! There will be games, music, crafts, and more!

Row with OSU Join the reigning NCAA Nationl Champion OSU Women’s Rowing Team for a fun-filled day of rowing. Participate in mini sessions led by members of OSU Women’s Rowing Team and work towards requirements for the Practice with a Purpose badge, as well as activities from Get Moving! Tour the Griggs Boathouse, see an actual rowing demonstration, and receive a patch. Sun., Oct. 11, 2015 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Griggs Boathouse (Franklin Co.) $8 per person

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Shoot and Splash

In this two-part program, the morning will be spent learning the ins and outs of archery. Don’t forget to bring a lunch, because you will want to be all fueled up for the afternoon portion of the program which includes splashing around the K-J pool! Sat., Jul. 11, 2015 Register by Wed., Jun. 24, 2015 Sat., Aug. 8, 2015 Register by Wed., Jul. 22, 2015 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $8 per person

Simple Meals Tour the Ashland University cooking facility that their award-winning chefs use! Learn to make a specialty omelet for a delicious breakfast. Create a delicious banana crepe for dessert that you will absolutely go ape over! Preparing freshmade soup and a sandwich will make lunch meals at home a special occasion. Thu., Jun. 4, 2015 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Ashland University (Ashland Co.) $16 per girl

Activity:

Hidden Object

Can you find: Spring/Summer 2015

An owl A snake A garden turtle

Special Olympics Girl Scout Juniors can assist with providing food service and packing lunches for the athletes, host a Girl Scout activity booth in Tent Town, or leading the teams during the Opening Ceremony for the 2015 Summer Games! Specific dates and times for each service opportunity can be found on CORA (search for Special Olympics). Fri., Jun. 26-Sun., Jun. 28, 2015 Times vary Ohio State University Campus (Franklin Co.) Free

Splash & Saddle 2

Spend a day at Camp Molly Lauman’s two most popular spots: the barn and the pool! Take the reins for a horseback trail ride, spend time splashing at the pool, and round out the fun with traditional camp activities like crafts, games, and lunch in the camp dining hall. Limited adult spots are available. Non-participating adults are welcome to watch, but need to preregister for lunch ($5 per adult). Sat., Jun. 13, 2015 Register by Wed., May 27, 2015 Sat., Jun. 27, 2015 Register by Wed., Jun. 10, 2015 Sat., Jul. 25, 2015 Register by Wed., Jul. 8, 2015 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) $15 per person $5 per person, lunch only

A pair of horses Five green apples Camp Counselor “Geo”

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Girl Scout Juniors Stories in the Sky: Summer Edition

Spend the night under the stars with us as we watch the sky on this special night! What is the Perseid meteor shower? Find out as we stay at the tent unit, do some night hiking, learn to use an astrolabe, and find out how Coyote decorated the sky. An evening snack and a continental breakfast will be provided. Please note: You must have attended a previous edition of the Stories in the Sky program or have outdoor camping experience to be eligible for this overnight. Fri., Aug. 14, 2015 –Sat. Aug. 15, 2015 6:00 p.m.–11:00 a.m. Camp Crooked Lane (Morrow Co.) $15 per girl; $10 per adult

Troops need to provide adult supervision for their girls, but at a BASIC Core Camp, we provide the rest—program facilitators, song leaders, activity materials, meals, and a whole lot of fun! Troop Camp Certification is not required for Basic Level Core Camp.

One night Spend one night at Camp Wakatomika and enjoy activies such as crafts, games, outdoor skills, archery, hiking, and more. Participants sleep in platform tents or cabins.

Fri., May 15–Sat., May 16, 2015 Sat., May 16–Sun., May 17, 2015

6:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Camp Wakatomika (Licking Co.) $25 per person

Two nights At Camp Molly Lauman, stay for the whole weekend and choose from activities like archery, horseback riding, nature studies, games, creeking, arts and crafts, swimming, and more! (Some activities have age and/or maximum participant restrictions.)

Fri., Aug. 7–Sun., Aug. 9, 2015 6:30 p.m.–10:00 a.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) $40 per person

At an ADVANCED Core Camp, troops handle their own meals, but we provide the rest—program facilitators, song leaders, activity materials, and a whole lot of fun! Activities might include archery, nature studies, games, arts and crafts, swimming, and more! (Some activities have age and/or maximum participant restrictions.) Troop Camp Certification is required for Advanced Level Core Camp. Program participants must submit paper registrations for all members of their troop together, to ensure proper bunk and activity placement. Fri., Jun. 26–Sun., Jun. 28, 2014 6:30 p.m.–10:00 a.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $25 per person

Troop Core Camp—Basic

Troop Core Camp- Advanced

Twilight Hike and Camp Fire During this program you will go on a wilderness hike around camp, learning about nature and animals. Afterward, settle in beside a crackling campfire for songs, stories, and s’mores. Fri., Sep. 11, 2015 Sat., Sep. 26, 2015

7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $5 per person

Virtual Book Club: It’s a Mystery If you love a good mystery, you’ll love this Virtual Book Club! You’ll get to vote for our book club selection and we’ll talk about the story—were you able to solve the mystery before the heroine? Plus, every week you’ll get a special challenge that will help you complete a badge step or introduce you to a Journey. We’ll even provide you with your very own copy of the book club selection! Book club meets for eight weeks on a private blog. Wed., Jun. 10, 2015 $8 per person

Virtual Book Club: Write This Book In this Virtual Book Club, you’ll get to create your own story while solving a mystery! We’ll also have weekly challenges to help you earn the Scribe badge. Best of all, you’ll receive your very own copy of Write This Book: A Do-It-Yourself Mystery by Pseudonymous Bosch and make new friends from around the council! Book club meets for eight weeks on a private blog.

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Wed., Aug. 5, 2015 $10 per person

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Let’s get C O O K IN G ! Thin Mint Brownie

• 1/2 box of crushed Thin Mints Girl Scout Co ok • 1 box of brownie m ies ix • 2 eggs (3 eggs for cake-like brownies) • 1/4 cup of water • 1/2 cup of vegetable oil

1. Crush Thin Mints int 2. Mix all ingredient o medium size chunks. s into mixing bowl. (Do not use electric 3. Spread batter ev mixer — batter will be stiff.) enly in greased bakin g pan (13 x 9 x 2 inch). 4. Bake in center of oven minutes. Allow to co at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 5. Serve with mint-fl ol before cutting. avored tea.

Rah-Rah Yogurt Parfaits

• 6 Rah-Rah Raisins Girl Scout Cookies • 2 cups vanilla flavored Greek yogurt • 2 cups fresh berries, washed and drained (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries) • 6 transparent parfait cups (or small clear bowls or custard cups)

1. Layer cup yogurt and cup berries in each cup break cookies into ¼ to ½ inch pieces and sprinkle on top (1 cookie per parfait). 2.Top with one whole berry. 3.Enjoy!

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Activity: Make this!

Fairy House

Brightly Colored Paper Lantern

Materials: Wooden bird house Spray paint in your favorite color Tacky glue Moss Fake birds Pretty sparkly rocks Thin slabs of tree bark

Materials: Paper lantern Tissue paper in rainbow of colors Tacky glue

Instructions: Spray paint your bird house. Let dry. Glue the moss onto the slab of tree bark. Add all of the other materials you have collected, and there you have it, your very own fairy house!

Instructions: Cut the tissue paper in squares and then glue onto the paper lantern in any combination you would like. Slightly overlap them as you glue going down the lantern. Fill in any gaps and glue down any pieces that haven’t been glued yet to the lantern. And there you go!

Calling all Juniors!

Beautiful & Bright Bronze Awards Have you recently earned your Girl Scout Bronze Award? Send us a paragraph and some photos, and we’ll feature a few of the brightest Bronze Award projects in a future issue of myGSOH! Send your name, photos, and a brief paragraph about your project electronically to program@gsoh.org with the subject line: Beautiful Bronze Awards. We can’t wait to share your hard work with other Girl Scouts! 20

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It’s Independence Day! To celebrate the 4th of July, you’re going to … a. b. c. d.

Bake a pie with fresh-picked fruit. Travel to a new vacation spot with your family. Take awesome pictures of the fireworks. Go to a BBQ with a friend.

The long, lazy days of summer vacation are stretching ahead and you can’t wait to … a. b. c. d.

Spend lots of time in the sun. Try out a new video game. Get creative with fun craft projects. Stay home alone for a few hours each day.

You’ve been asked to help plan this year’s family vacation! Your big idea is … a. b. c. d.

Visiting a zoo and botanical garden. Visiting a national park. Visiting the arts district in a big city. Spending some time exploring on your own.

You’re ready to start earning your own money! Your big money-making venture will be … a. b. c. d.

If you answered mostly …

a. Dig your hands into the earth and try the Gardener

badge! You’ll explore garden design, experiment with seeds, and grow your very own garden. Imagine eating fresh vegetables you grew yourself!

b. You are ready for a super-fun adventure, so try the

Geocacher badge! Geocaching is your chance to be part explorer, part detective as you search for treasure chests called “geocaches.” This badge will teach you everything you need to know to head out on a thrilling geocaching adventure!

c. You’re an artist at heart, so take advantage of

your creativity and try the Digital Photographer badge! You’ll take tons of photographs and learn to edit your pictures. Imagine making a collage or photo album capturing all your memories of summer!

d. You’re ready to show your family they can trust

you. The Independence badge will help you build confidence in yourself – and know how to help others be confident in you! You’ll try taking care of your clothes, learn to break a bad habit, and be able to show off your new found independence! Spring/Summer 2015

Selling vegetables at the farmer’s market. Tutoring adults to use technology. Selling handmade jewelry. Running errands for other people.

Your best friend is bored and looking for something to do. You suggest … a. b. c. d.

Making a windowsill herb garden. Hunting for treasure. A photo scavenger hunt. Sprucing up old clothes to make them look like new.

You’re at camp and ready to make a new friend. The number one quality you’re looking for in a new friend is … a. b. c. d.

A down-to-earth personality. A sense of adventure. A great imagination. Trustworthiness.

It’s been raining all week, and you’re tired of being cooped up inside. The next time the sun shines, you can’t wait to get outside and … a. b. c. d.

Play in the mud. Take a hike in the woods. Catch a photo of a rainbow. Explore the neighborhood on your bike. 21

go to the water park

always say what’s on your mind

amusement park?

never be able to talk?

- OR -

give bad advice

- OR -

know there is a snake in your room

- OR -

play video games

- OR -

take bad advice?

a spider in your hair? have a private jet a private island?

- OR -

board games?

give up your cell phone your pet?

bad breath?

stay up late

read a book?

get up early?

- OR -

have the ability to fly

- OR -

to be invisible?

have smelly feet

- OR -

watch TV all afternoon

always lose

live somewhere that is always very hot

- OR never play?

- OR -

never eat your favorite five foods again

live somewhere that is always very cold?

- OR -

have a pet kangaroo only eat your favorite five foods for the rest of your life? - OR a pet koala?

only be able to whisper

have one wish granted today

only be able to shout?

- OR -

run across a hungry alligator’s back

- OR -

under an angry elephant

- OR -

eat bugs

three wishes granted in 10 years? attend Hogwarts

- OR -

Camp Half-Blood?

- OR raw fish?

go to camp with your best friend

even if you don’t like the camp she picked

- OR -

go to the camp that you picked but all by yourself?

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Summertime is a great time to get together with your friends for a slumber party, backyard campout, or trip to summer camp. Here’s a fun game that’s bound to get you giggling, grossed out, and getting to know all sorts of random facts about your friends. Take turns asking and answering these “this or that” questions and explaining your answers. There’s no right or wrong way to answer so have fun! myGSOH

Program Aide Pal & Me Overnight—Volunteers

Troop Core Camp Volunteers

Share your love of camp with younger Girl Scouts and their adult pal. Help lead activities such as crafts, hiking, outdoor skills, and nature exploration.

Share your love of camp with younger Girl Scouts. Help lead activities such as crafts, hiking, outdoor skills, and nature exploration.

Fri., Jun. 19-Sat., Jun. 20, 2015 Sat., Jun. 20-Sun., Jun. 21, 2015

Fri., May 15-Sat., May 16, 2015 OR Sat., May 16-Sun., May 17, 2015 5:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Wakatomika (Licking Co.) Free

5:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Wakatomika (Licking Co.) Free

What is a Program Aide? Program Aides are Cadette assisitants who help lead younger girls in exciting Girl Scout programming. To become a Program Aide you have to complete the following three steps in this order: 1) earn a Leader in Acton award, 2) attend a council program aide training (see page 13) or check out our program aide workshop kit to do the training with your troop or service unit, 3) volunteer at six program sessions (troop, service unit, or council programs). All of the volunteer opportunities on this page count toward your six program sessions required to earn your PA award! If you're not sure if being a PA is something you want to pursue, why not come and volunteer at one of these events to get a feel for what being a PA is all about?

Friendship

by Peggy Foerch

That word has been stretched and manipulated so much that when one says, “You are my friend” it can mean anything from an acquaintance, to confidante, to a lover. Most of the time it means someone to hang around with, to have lunch with, to have fun with. It means “we get along.” You may have plenty of people with whom you get along, but a true friend is more. A true friendship begins with trust, caring, responsibility, listening. Not suddenly – but bit by bit, little by little, slowly. It means taking chances, putting yourself and your feelings on the line. And it grows – through the bad times as well as the good – until the bonds can never be broken. Not miles between you, not time, not even death. You may only have two or three such friends in a lifetime. Treasure them. They are forever. Spring/Summer 2015

Creating Really Awesomely Fantastical Things Secret Message Bracelets

This really awesomely fantastical project uses Morse code to make bracelets with secret messages in their seemingly random pattern.

“Best Friend s” “ I’m so Fanc y” “Courageou and Strong ”s

What will y ou

rs say?

Tip: Some people find it handy to write it out ahead of time, so grab a pen and paper!

2. Cut a piece of string that’s longer than you think you’ll need – you can always cut off the extra at the end. Thread your embroidery floss onto your beading needle and bead your message onto the string. O Use one color to represent dots. O Use another color to represent dashes. O Use a third color to show separations between letters and words. Use one bead between letters and three between words. For example, “HI THERE” would read: OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO 3. Use your third color bead to add spacers on both ends of the bracelet.

4. Add a crimp bead to each end of your beads to keep them in place. Use special bead crimping pliers to squeeze them so they stay put.

• Embroidery Floss

aka Friendship Bracelet String

at least three colors Tip: With seed bead sizing, the rule is the larger the number, the smaller the bead. We used size 11/0.

• Seed Beads

• Scissors • Beading Needle • Crimping Beads • Crimping Pliers • Pen and Paper (optional)

Morse Code Chart

1. Pick a saying that means something important to you or the friend that you are making the bracelet for. Use the Morse code chart below to code your saying.

Tip: If the bracelet is too long for your wrist, don’t worry, just wrap it around twice and add extra beads on both ends!

Materials:

Directions:

5. There are lots of ways to finish a friendship bracelet, but we picked the sliding knot version: • Line up your bracelet ends so they are pointing opposite directions. • Cut a piece of embroidery floss and lay it behind the overlapped ends of your bracelet. Tie an overhand knot. Tip: Don’t pull it super tight though, you want the bracelet strings to be adjustable.

A B C D E F G H I J K

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N O P Q R S T U V W X

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0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Period

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Comma

--..

Apostrophe

----.---..--...-......... -.... --... ---.. ----.

• Make a P with your string with the string laying on top of the others. Take the end of the string that is perpendicular to the other strings and wrap it under the other three strings and and up through the hole of the P. Pull the new knot tight, but not super tight. • Repeat by making a new P, wrapping that string around, under, and through again, then pulling semi-tight. • When your slip knot is long enough (there’s no right length, but make sure you’ve done at least 10 knots) trim the extra string that you were using to tie the knots. 6. For a fun bit of flair, slide crimping beads on the end of the bracelet ends. Decide how much extra string you want and cut off the extra, then crimp the beads tighlty in place. This will keep the strings from pulling all the way through your slide knot.

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Girl Scout Cadettes Adventure Day

Are you up for the ultimate camp adventure? Challenge yourself on the low ropes course, compete in canoe games on the lake, test your aim at the target sports range, and try out the slackline (a mix between a tightrope and a trampoline). The day’s activities will not only quench your thirst for fun, but also test your group’s communication, team work, and strength. Lunch is provided in the camp dining hall. Non-participating adults are welcome to watch, but need to preregister for lunch ($5 per person). Sat., Jun. 13, 2015 Sat., Jul. 25, 2015

10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) $15 per person $5 per person (lunch only)

All-Natural, All You! Discover tips for keeping your mind and body in balance! In this fun, hands-on workshop you will learn about eating for beauty, make a candle to take home, experiment with making all-natural body products, and participate in a relaxing session of yoga. Adults who wish to participate must register. Sat., May. 16, 2015 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $10 per person

Basic Archery After a quick briefing on safety, learn the feel of the bow in your hand as you are about to release the arrow, the sound of the arrow as it hits the target, and the feeling you get as you strive to hit the bullseye with a perfect shot! Sat., May. 9, 2015 4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $6 per person

Climbing Wall & Ravine Zipline Challenge yourself physically and mentally on the 40-foot climbing wall and ravine crossing, a zipline in the woods over a natural ravine. Trained facilitators will provide instruction and ensure the safety of participants. Combine this activity with the High Ropes program offered on the same day. Adults are welcome. Sat., May. 2, 2015 10:00 a.m.–Noon Camp Mary Orton (Franklin Co.) $20 per person

Camp and Canvas Head out to Camp Ken-Jockety for an evening of painting and taking in nature. A talented artist will show us how to recreate a scenic camp painting. All supplies will be provided. Fri., Aug. 21, 2015 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $15 per person

Conch Control- Survival Overnight Come with your troop, come with a buddy, or come expecting to make new friends. This survival overnight is for serious adventurers only. Learn how to survive in the wild and about “leave no trace” ethics. Hit the camp store and choose your supplies for the night, and then make camp with your group for the ultimate survival campout. This girl-only program is supervised by our specially-trained staff. Sat., Jun. 20, 2015 4:00 p.m.–10:00 a.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $30 per person

Basic Canoeing Learn the basics of this fun water sport, including safety and paddling skills. Get out on the water to improve your technique with games and challenges, and then paddle away with confidence! Sat., May. 9, 2015 4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $6 per person

Spring/Summer 2015

Girl Scout Cadettes Duct Tape Creations

If it walks like a duct, talks like a duct, and looks like a duct, it must be made of duct tape! Get creative for this Ohio State Fair competition where entries must be made entirely from duct tape. Entries will be judged on creativity, use of duct tape, and a brief interview. See www.gsoh.org for more information. Tues., Aug. 4, 2015 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Youth Center, Ohio State Fairgrounds (Franklin Co.)

Fish and Dips The morning will feature a trip to Becky’s Pond to see what lies beneath the surface. After we stop to eat (don’t forget to bring your sack lunch!), we will be taking some time to cool off in the Camp Ken-Jockety pool!

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10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $8 per person

High Ropes This high ropes adventure is an energizing activity that will take you across a series of obstacles 20-50 feet off the ground with a “zip” to the finish. Trained facilitators will provide instruction and ensure the safety of participants. Combine this activity with the Climbing Wall & Ravine Crossing program offered on the same day. Adults are welcome.

Sat., May 2, 2015 12:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Camp Mary Orton (Franklin Co.) $35 per person Register by Wed., Apr. 15, 2015

imagineCON Overnight Are you a Whovian? Maybe a Browncoat or a Trekker? Still waiting on your acceptance letter from Hogwarts or Camp Half-Blood? Or, perhaps you just love anime and manga? No matter which fandom you love, we’ll celebrate it at this overnight extravaganza! Come dressed in your favorite fandom costume and we’ll stay up late watching anime, have a book/manga swap, share our artwork and fan fiction, play table-top games, and just have fun meeting other geeky girls! Dinner and breakfast are included. Adult volunteers needed! Sat., Aug. 1–Sun., Aug. 2, 2015 4:00 p.m.–10:00 a.m. Zanesville Service Center (Muskingum Co.) $17 per person

Kelton House After Dark Is the Kelton House haunted? Decide for yourself during this overnight experience. Get to know the Keltons through a series of spooky stories and other activities. Dinner, a snack and breakfast are included, as is a complimentary admission for a return visit to the museum. Sat., Oct. 24, 2015 – Sun., Oct. 25, 2015 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 a.m. Kelton House (Franklin Co.)

Mad Mud Challenge

Do you like the thrill of completing extreme challenges and getting muddy? Join us for the third annual Mad Mud Challenge! Modeled after other popular mud-races, this course will challenge you with some newly added obstacles and a slightly different course! You choose your start times, and many waves are available. Registered adults are invited to participate. Awards for costumes will be given and t-shirts will be awarded to those who participate!

Sat., May 9, 2015 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Crooked Lane (Morrow Co.) $18 per person Register by Wed., Apr. 22, 2015

New Cuisines Explore regional foods and make your own fresh hummus! Making homemade mac-n-cheese will be a great change from the boxed product we all eat, along with a delicious dessert that our ancestors made, using fresh strawberries. Best of all, you’ll have fun earning a badge while visiting an amazing college campus! Fri., Jun. 5, 2015 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Ashland University (Ashland Co.) $16 per girl

Passion for Fashion Challenge Can you pull together a complete head-to-toe look on a budget? Working in a team with three of your friends and an adult, you’ll get a stipend to spend at the local Goodwill store to buy clothing and accessories for two head-to-toe looks. Then, you’ll come back to the Zanesville Service Center to assemble your looks (we’ll have sewing machines and decorations on hand) for a runway-ready fashion show! Your looks will be judged and winning teams will receive medals!

Sat., Jun. 6, 2015 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Zanesville Service Center (Muskingum Co.) $6 per person Register by Wed., May. 20, 2015

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When Friends Fight

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1. When you and a friend put your differences behind you, you are said to be “burying the _______.”

7. ”________ is the best policy.” 9. A Parker Brothers board game, or what you should say to a friend you’ve treated badly. 10. “Birds of a feather flock ________.” 11. A family of lions, or an emotion that makes it hard to apologize to a friend. 13. The opposite of “right in” or how you might feel if a friend snubs you.

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15. Just like glass, friendships should be handled with this. 16. A speaking pile of garbage, or saying nasty things about a friend.

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19. “_______ and forget.” Spring/Summer 2015

2. What you might feel like getting when a friend lies about you, or movie title “_______ of the Nerds.” 4. A taste far from sweet, or how you might feel towards a friend who has wronged you.

15. Loose coins in your pocket, or a process all friendships go through. 17. To hold up a weight, or something a good friend will offer you. 18. An ice-cream sundae with bananas, or a break-up with a friend.

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5. Legend has it that this negative emotion can make you turn green. 6. How you might feel without your best friend, or movie titled: “Home _____” 12. A roadside trench used for drainage, or what you do when you leave a friend behind. 14. You can do this with butter (on bread) or with rumors (among your classmates). 27

Girl Scout Cadettes Rock the Rec Overnight

Get locked in at the Ashland University Rec Center! There’s so much you can do–climb the rock wall, swim, play active video games, and try a new sport. Hey, you’ll even get to sample a few badge activities, too! All activities, snacks, and a light breakfast are included.You really won’t want to miss this rockin’ overnight! Fri., Nov. 6, 2015 10:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. Ashland University (Ashland Co.) $30 per person

Row with OSU Join the reigning NCAA Nationl Champion OSU Women’s Rowing Team for a fun-filled day of rowing. Participate in mini sessions led by members of OSU Women’s Rowing Team! Tour the Griggs Boathouse, see an actual rowing demonstration, and receive a patch.

Sun., Sept. 13, 2015 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Griggs Boathouse (Franklin Co.) $8 per person Register by Wed., Sept. 2, 2015

Safe Sitter

Be a great babysitter! Learn about child development, the business of babysitting, and preventing problem behaviors. Cost includes student handbook and patch. A Safe Sitter tote can be added for an additional fee, which includes the tote, a flashlight, and a Band-Aid dispenser. You must be at least 11 years old to complete this course. Complete work towards the Babysitter badge (not included). Sat., May 16, 2015 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Zanesville Service Center (Muskingum Co.) $22 course, $10 tote per person

Saddle & Paddle Hit the highlights of camp in just one day! You’ll spend time at the barn, learning the basics of horse care and safety before taking the reins for a trail ride. After that, spend time sunning and splashing at the pool. Paddle out on the lake, where you’ll play water games like pirate dodgeball and canoe tag. Lunch is provided. Limited adult spots are available. Nonparticipating adults are welcome to watch, but need to preregister for lunch ($5 per person).

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Sat., Jun. 27, 2015 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) $15 per person $5 per person (lunch only) Register by Wed., Jun. 10, 2015

Special Olympics Girl Scout Cadettes can assist with providing food service and packing lunches for the athletes or running the Softball Throw event during the 2015 Special Olympics! Specific dates and times for each service opportunity can be found on CORA (search for Special Olympics). Fri., Jun. 26-Sun., Jun. 28, 2015 Times vary Ohio State University Campus (Franklin Co.) Free

Stretching for the Silver Workshop Do you want to be a leader in your community? Are you interested in taking action to make a positive change in the world, as well as earn one of the highest Girl Scout honors? The Girl Scout Silver Award is an excellent opportunity to do all that and more! To learn more about the Silver Award and the steps you must take, all girls in grades 6-8 are strongly encouraged to attend. This interactive and fun workshop will prepare you to complete the award process and create a positive change in your community. Adult Advisors are especially encouraged to attend. Sun, May. 17, 2015 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Council headquarters (Franklin Co.) $3 per person

Mon., Jun. 8, 2015 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Council headquarters (Franklin Co.) $3 per person

Sun., Aug. 16, 2015 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Council headquarters (Franklin Co.) $3 per person

Tue., Sep. 15, 2015 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Council headquarters (Franklin Co.) $3 per person

Talent Competition Have a talent you’d like to share at the Ohio State Fair? Enter the talent competition on the Youth Center stage! Ribbons, trophies or medals, cash prizes, and the Best Overall Award will be awarded to troops, groups, or individual Girl Scouts competing in dance, instrumental, twirling, vocal, and miscellaneous categories. See www.gsoh.org for more information. Sat., Aug. 1, 2015 Practice: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Stage: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Youth Center, Ohio State Fairgrounds (Franklin Co.)

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Taste of Columbus

Board a bus and travel around Columbus trying all kinds of new cuisines. In fact, you’ll even work toward your New Cuisines badge! This one-day bus trip is a great way to try traveling with GSOH. Already live in Franklin County? No need to fret, we’ll include a stop inside Columbus so you’ll get to ride the bus, too. Cost includes all meals and snacks.

Fri., Jun. 19, 2015 Bus stops and times TBD $65 per person

T.A.G.–Superhero Heist In this Team Adventure Game (T.A.G.) you will be teleported to a city filled with heroes and villains! Bring your friends and join us for a pregame tour of camp, then fuel up on pizza before playing the ultimate superhero after-dark game of tag. Will good triumph over evil, or will villains take over the world? Dinner and a continental breakfast are included in the price.

Sat. Jul. 11, 2015 - Sun. Jul. 12, 2015 5:00 p.m.–10:00 a.m. Camp Beckoning Trails (Hocking Co.) $20 per person Register by Wed., Jun. 24, 2015

Teen Camporee 2015: Childhood Memories Pull out your scrapbooks to look back at those things you enjoyed as a young child, then join with others to explore the games, shows, movies, and crafts that were popular during your early years. Choose activities from a variety of crafts, games, archery, geocaching, childhood challenges, and more. Join with others in a unique version of a hide & seek scavenger hunt. Can your team be the first to find and identify characters from television, movies, books, and more in order to win? Before departing on Sunday, you will spend some service time preparing the camp for winter. Attend as an individual or with a troop or group. Can’t join us on Friday night? Begin your weekend on Saturday morning instead (there is no discounted cost). Cost includes lodging in platform tents or cabins, program materials, two breakfasts, and snacks. Troops or girls must provide their own lunch and dinner.

Fri., Oct. 9, 2015 – Sun., Oct. 11, 2015 7:00 p.m.–11:00 a.m. Camp Wakatomika (Licking Co.) $25 per person Register by Wed., Sep. 23, 2015

The Circle of Friendship

The circle of friendship is a place of warmth and caring, where people come together for listening and for sharing. A place of kindness and trust, of tears and laughter too; I’m glad to share that circle with a special friend like you.

Troop Core Camp - Basic

Come to camp with your whole troop! Troop Core Camp is a great way for troops to experience the outdoors in a way that’s easy for the troop leaders! Troops need to provide adult supervision for their girls, but at a BASIC Core Camp, we provide the rest - program facilitators, song leaders, activity materials, made from scratch meals, and a whole lot of fun! Activities that you can pick from might include archery, horseback riding, nature studies, games, creeking, arts and crafts, swimming, and more! (Some activities have age and/or maximum participant restrictions.) Troop Camp Certification is not required for Basic Level Core Camp.

Fri., Aug. 7, 2015 - Sun., Aug. 9, 2015 6:30 p.m.–10:00 a.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) $40 per person Register by Wed., Jul. 22, 2015

Virtual Book Club The Summer I Saved the World Mourning the loss of her beloved grandmother and grappling with the changes her family has undergone in the last year, 13-year-old Nina Ross decides to find out if committing anonymous acts of kindness will make a difference in the lives of people around her, setting off on a crusade to do one good thing for each of the 65 days of summer. Join in this online book club and read along to see what happens! You’ll receive your own copy of The Summer I Saved the World in 65 Days by Michele Weber Hurwitz along with your own journal to document the small things you do to create happiness around you!

Thu., Jun. 11, 2015 $15 per person

Youth Aviation Adventure Enter the exciting world of aviation in this hands-on adventure using real aircraft equipment as you unravel the wonder and mystery of flight. You’ll learn about airport operations, instruments in a cockpit, aerodynamics, pre-flight of an actual airplane, talk with emergency responders, and much more! Please register on the YAA page AND CORA www.youthaviationadventure.org/yaa/PartnerPrograms/ Columbus,OH.aspx

Sat., May. 23, 2015 Don Scott Airfield (OSU Airport) (Franklin Co.) $8 per person Register by Wed., May. 6, 2015

ZipZone Adventure Soar through the trees in an old growth forest on a series of ziplines connected by sky bridges. This high-flying tour lasts a little over two hours and is led by experienced guides. Adults are welcome. Sat., May. 2, 2015 11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. ZipZone Canopy Tours (Camp Mary Orton) (Franklin Co.) $62 per person

Spring/Summer 2015

Ready for the next BIG thing? Adventure Treks are like resident camp, amped up with some serious cool factor. Big trips. Big challenges. Big friendships. Big fun. Big adventure. Big awesome. Adventure Treks have it all! They’re so big we want you to know about them up to three years ahead of time. So start planning and preparing, ‘cause here’s what we’ve got coming!

2015: Smokey Mountain Explorer Action and adventure are all around you on this multi-sport adventure in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. You’ll learn how to prepare backcountry meals, Leave No Trace techniques, water purification methods, and get tips from experienced backpackers before hitting the trail on a multi-night backpacking trek. Plus, you’ll go on a whitewater rafting trip down a nearby river, join in a ranger-led naturalist program, and spend time exploring and shopping in Gatlinburg, TN. This trip is led by experienced trip leaders and is appropriate for beginner to intermediate adventurers. The wilderness is calling...will you answer?

Sun., Aug. 2 – Tue., Aug. 11, 2015 Number of days: 10 Lodging: 3 nights at Camp Molly Lauman, with 3-4 nights in park campground, 2-3 nights primitive camping Specialized gear: We provide backpacks and all group camping and cooking gear. Bring your own lightweight sleeping bag in a compact stuff sack, ground pad, and broken-in sturdy hiking boots. Cost: $450

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2016: Boundary Waters Wilderness Voyage Crystal clear lakes, waterfalls, a stunning night sky, soaring eagles, and the haunting call of the loon are just some of what makes the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in Minnesota one of the most sought after wilderness areas in the world. Experienced guides will lead you on a multiday wilderness canoeing expedition that will challenge you to experience something few others will, and to reach your potential in ways you never thought you could. Expect to sing and laugh as you paddle along rocky shorelines, portage around rapids; swim in clear lakes; enjoy the serenity of a quiet evening campfire under a starry sky; and make friendships and memories to last a lifetime.

July/August 2016 Number of days: 13 Lodging: 3 nights at Camp Molly Lauman with a combination of campground and primitive camping for the remainder Estimated Cost: $550 Registration opens Feb. 1, 2016

2017: Cape Cod Multi-sport Conquer the Atlantic waves on this multi-sport excursion for ocean-loving adventurers. Ride the waves during a high-thrills surfing lesson, hop aboard a standup paddle board to explore the calmer waters of Cape Cod, and discover the beauty of the coastal marshes from a kayak, as trained guides help you identify ospreys, egrets, herons and other wildlife.

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July/August 2017 Number of Days: 13 Lodging: 3 nights at camp Molly Lauman with 2 nights at campgrounds en-route, and 7 nights at a hostel Estimated Cost: $600 Registration opens Feb. 1, 2017

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Volunteer Opportunities C.S.I. Beverly Hills—Volunteers

Do you love a good mystery? You won’t want to miss this overnight! You’ll help Girl Scout Juniors solve a mystery while they work toward their Detective badge. Fri., May 1-Sat., May 2, 2015 6:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Zanesville Service Center (Muskingum Co.)

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Pal & Me Overnight—Volunteers Share your love of camp with younger Girl Scouts and their adult pal. Help lead activities such as crafts, hiking, outdoor skills, and nature exploration. Fri., Jun. 19-Sat., Jun. 20, 2015 Sat., Jun. 20-Sun., Jun. 21, 2015

5:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Wakatomika (Licking Co.) Free

Hike & Seek –Volunteers Part hike, part scavenger hunt, all fun! We need teen helpers to make this event a success. You might help at the snack station, assist with activities, or help folks along the trails. Bring a bag lunch.

Sat., May. 2, 2015 10:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Camp Molly Lauman (Scioto Co.) $3 per person

Volunteer at the Mad Mud Challenge! You could assist at one of the many obstacles, help check people in at registration, hand out T-shirts and evaluations, or cheer on the runners at the finish line. Every volunteer will receive a T-shirt, lunch, and the chance to run the course at the end of the event. This is a great opportunity to have fun while earning service or leadership hours! Adults welcome.

Share your love of camp with younger Girl Scouts. Help lead activities such as crafts, hiking, outdoor skills, and nature exploration.

Mad Mud Challenge—Volunteers

Fri., May 15-Sat., May 16, 2015 OR Sat., May 16-Sun., May 17, 2015 5:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Wakatomika (Licking Co.) Free

Sat., May 9, 2015 10:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Camp Crooked Lane (Morrow Co.) Free

Troop Core Camp Volunteers

Do you need advice? Ask Away! We’d love to hear from you! Ask Away! is our new advice column for Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors. Submissions for the next edition of the myGSOH for Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors are due by April 30, 2015. Send submissions to: Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland Council, Inc. Attn: Ask Away! 1700 WaterMark Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43215 or e-mail askaway@gsoh.org

Do you need some ideas for a Gold Award Project? Below is a sampling of projects done by Girl Scouts from around the country within the last few years. Environment

The Arts

Helping Others

History

• One girl got her high school into recycling. She picked up over a ton of recyclable paper over the year by putting bins in each classroom and training teachers, etc. When she graduated, she had made arrangements for the local disposal company to take over.

• A Girl Scout Senior wrote a play designed to teach young children about life as an AfricanAmerican girl in the late 1900’s. She used her work to develop an interactive program to be presented by a local group of historical performers.

• Another Senior Scout organized a drive to have old cell phones donated to domestic violence victims so they could call 911 when in a domestic violence situation and developed a small walletsized card to be used for a cab ride to a shelter with no questions asked.

• A girl sewed costumes for an elementary school’s Pioneer Week activities. She researched patterns with a local historical group, and got donations to cover cost of materials.

• A girl added a large butterfly garden to a local park that had no flowers. She researched the plants, got donations from local garden centers, and built butterfly roosting houses. Spring/Summer 2015

• One girl organized a community youth choir to perform at orphanages, veteran centers and retirement homes.

• One girl with Bolivian parents did a school supplies drive for impoverished Bolivian children in the highlands. She collaborated with a Bolivian women’s club to arrange the delivery.

• Another girl worked with a local historical society to bring severely outdated records up to date and to respond to public genealogy search requests.

Science & Technology • One girl created a web site for Horses and the Handicapped of South Florida, Inc. • Another girl gave more than four months of service to the Black Forest Observatory creating a computer database of all the school districts in the United States so that educational literature from the observatory could be mailed to schools to help students learn about space. 31

I started my Girl Scout journey in 1999 as a Brownie in 2nd grade. Meetings were always fun, but what I loved most was camp. Whether it was day camp, Mom n Me, Dad n Me, troop camp, camporees, or resident camp, I loved experiencing new adventures with all different types of girls. There was always something to look forward to starting with learning the basics, becoming a PAL at day camp, or helping a Brownie troop with their first overnight. A love for teaching and being outdoors was sparked.

Do you have a

Then & Now’ story to share?

We would love to hear from you about how Girl Scouts has influenced your life. Send your stories to jklima@gsoh.org and one will be chosen for the next issue of your MyGSOH. It should be no longer than 200 words and if pictures are included, a picture release found at http://gsoh.org/wp-content/ uploads/2013/03/PhotoReleaseMinors_2013_fillable_saveable.pdf must be attached.

E-mail Tips

by Eric Schmidt, Google

Eric Schmidt outlines eight useful email tips that define the most effective people in his new book, How Google Works. But his No. 1 tip is by far the most instructive:

“Respond quickly: There are people who can be relied upon to respond promptly to emails, and those who can’t. Strive to be one of the former. Most of the best — and busiest — people we know act quickly on their emails, not just to us or to a select few senders, but to everyone.” Even short messages, like “got it” help create a culture of efficiency and attentiveness. He continues: “Being responsive sets up a positive communications feedback loop whereby your team and colleagues will be more likely to include you in important discussions and 3 2

I am now a staff member for Ohio’s Heartland working in schools and at camp. Girl Scouts helped me through high school and college by providing opportunities for me to work with kids and helped me to realize my calling was in teaching. Being an aid to younger scouts was always something I could talk about in a job interview or college application. As I continue my journey with the Girl Scouts, there are still many things I look forward to including leading my own troop and learning new skills.

decisions, and being responsive to everyone reinforces the flat, meritocratic culture you are trying to establish.” Readers may be tempted to think that someone as wealthy and busy as Schmidt doesn’t respond to most everyone quickly, but in my own experience, successful people really do have this habit. In my career, I’m lucky to interact with very successful people on occasion. I am shocked at how quickly they respond. The most successful people I know usually respond within a day, if not an hour. Professor Judy Olson at the University of California, Irvine, has done some interesting research about why this habit is so important. She told me that in mediums where people cannot see facial expression or hear voice intonation, recipients tend to assume the worst. Being responsive is one of the only ways in asynchronous messaging to signal that we do care about a person — even if it’s a short message. This helps build a culture of trust. The rest of Schmidt’s email tips are outlined below (I’m paraphrasing for brevity’s sake):

1. Write short, non-flowery emails. “Every word matters.” 2. Clean out your inbox. “Any time you spend thinking about which items in your inbox you should attack next is a waste of time” 3. Handle email in a Last in First Out order, since older stuff often gets taken care of by itself. 4. Include other people in the conversation who might be useful. 5. Be sparing with BCC; sometimes it’s better not to hide information from others. 6. Don’t yell. 7. Track requests made to recipients by labeling them [like a Gmail tag]. If the message isn’t responded to, you can look at this category and then follow up. [My personal tip: I use the Mailbox app, which sends emails back to your inbox if they are not responded to in a specified time period.] 8. Make email searchable by forwarding notes to yourself with a few key words. myGSOH

Girl Scout Seniors & Ambassadors Climbing Wall & Ravine Zipline

Challenge yourself physically and mentally on the 40foot climbing wall and the ravine crossing, a zipline in the woods over a natural ravine. Trained facilitators will provide instruction and ensure the safety of participants. Combine this activity with the High Ropes program offered on the same day. Adults are welcome.

Sat., May. 2, 2015 10:00 a.m.–Noon Camp Mary Orton (Franklin Co.) $20 per person Register by Wed., Apr. 15, 2015

Duct Tape Creations If it walks like a duct, talks like a duct, and looks like a duct, it must be made of duct tape! Get creative for this Ohio State Fair competition where entries must be made entirely from duct tape. Entries will be judged on creativity, use of duct tape, and a brief interview. See www.gsoh.org for more information.

Tues., Aug. 4, 2015 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Youth Center, Ohio State Fairgrounds (Franklin Co.)

Fair Aide Fair aides stay in a dorm on the fairgrounds and help supervise with adult members of the Ohio State Fair Girl Scout Committee. Duties include: cleaning and setting up the Girl Scout booth, helping to checkin in exhibits, assisting the judges, and running the cool awards ceremony on the last day of the fair. Request an application by emailing Terri Brickles at bric_brac@juno.com. (Must have completed 9th grade)

Fri., Jul. 24, 2015 – Wed., Jul. 29, 2015 and Sun., Aug. 9, 2015 Ohio State Fairgrounds (Franklin Co.) Register by Fri., May 1, 2015

Going for the Gold Workshop Discover, Connect, Take Action! Are you ready to take your leadership and creativity to the next level to make a positive change in your community? Are you thinking about college and looking for opportunities to make your application stand out? If so, this workshop is just for you! You will learn more about the Girl Scout Gold Award and the steps that you must take to achieve the highest award in Girl Scouts. This interactive and fun workshop will alert you to changes in the Gold Award process, and prepare you to successfully complete it. Girls and Project Advisors are strongly encouraged to attend. Mon., May 11, 2015 Sun., Jun. 14, 2015 Mon. Aug. 10, 2015

Deadline: Wed., Apr. 22, 2015 Deadline: Wed., May 27, 2015 Deadline: Wed., Jul. 22, 2015

6:30–8:30 p.m. Council headquarters (Franklin Co.) $3 per person

Sun., Sep. 20, 2015 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Council headquarters (Franklin Co.) $3 per person

Sat., May 2, 2015 12:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Camp Mary Orton (Franklin Co.) $35 per person Register by Wed., Apr. 15, 2015

imagineCON Overnight Are you a Whovian? Maybe a Browncoat or a Trekker? Still waiting on your acceptance letter from Hogwarts or Camp Half-Blood? Or, perhaps you just love anime and manga? No matter which fandom you love, we’ll celebrate it at this overnight extravaganza! Come dressed in your favorite fandom costume and we’ll stay up late watching anime, have a book/manga swap, share our artwork and fanfiction, play table-top games, and just have fun meeting other geeky girls! Dinner and breakfast are included.

Spring/Summer 2015

Sat., Aug. 1-Sun., Aug. 2, 2015 4:00 p.m.–10:00 a.m. Zanesville Service Center (Muskingum Co.) $17 per person Register by Wed., Jul. 15, 2015

Girl Scout Seniors & Ambassadors Locavore

Making a delicious apple pie made from fresh Ohio-grown apples can be a rewarding experience! Chef Jon will teach you how to locate and incorporate local ingredients in preparing this dessert, as well as a fresh fruit and vegetable salad. Best of all, you’ll have fun earning a badge while visiting an amazing college campus! Wed., Jun. 3, 2015 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Ashland University (Ashland Co.) $16 per girl

Do you like the thrill of completing extreme challenges and getting muddy? Join us for the third annual Mad Mud Challenge! Modeled after other popular mud races, this course will challenge you with some newly added obstacles! You choose your start times, and many waves are available. Registered adults are invited to participate. Awards for costumes will be given and t-shirts will be awarded to those who participate!

Sat., May 9, 2015 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Camp Crooked Lane (Morrow Co.) $18 per person Register by Wed., Apr. 22, 2015

Ohio State Fair Speech Competition “Today a Girl Scout, tomorrow a ____!” How would you fill in the blank? What does this question mean to you? Your 5-7 minute speech on this theme should reflect an older Girl Scout talking to younger Girl Scouts. The first place winner will present her speech at the Girl Scout Awards program on August 9. See www.gsoh.org for more information. Sun., Aug. 2, 2015 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Youth Center, Ohio State Fairgrounds (Franklin Co.)

Passion for Fashion Challenge Can you pull together a complete head-to-toe look on a budget? Working in a team with three of your friends and an adult, you’ll get a set amount of money to spend at the local Goodwill store to buy clothing and accessories for two headto-toe looks. Then, you’ll come back to the Zanesville Service Center to assemble your looks (we’ll have sewing machines and decorations on hand) for a runway-ready fashion show! Your looks will be judged and winning teams win medals!

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Get locked in at the Ashland University Rec Center! There’s so much you can do–climb the rock wall, swim, play active video games, and try a new sport. Hey, you’ll even get to sample a few badge activities, too! All activities, snacks, and a light breakfast are included. You absolutely won’t want to miss this rockin’ overnight! Fri., Nov. 6, 2015 10:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. Ashland University (Ashland Co.) $30 per person

Mad Mud Challenge

Rock the Rec Overnight

Special Olympics Softball Throw Spend the weekend on The Ohio State University campus while running an event that is managed exclusively by Girl Scout volunteers! You will be trained to run the event by the GS Special Olympics Committee. Knowledge of softball isn’t necessary. Fri., Jun. 26-Sun., Jun. 28, 2015 5:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m. Ohio State University Campus (Franklin Co.) Free

T.A.G. - Superhero Heist In this Team Adventure Game (T.A.G.) you will be teleported to a city filled with heroes and villains! Bring your friends and join us for a pregame tour of camp, then fuel up on pizza before playing the ultimate superhero after-dark game of tag. Will good triumph over evil, or will the villains take over the world? Dinner and a continental breakfast are included in the price.

Sat. Jul. 11, 2015 - Sun. Jul. 12, 2015 5:00 p.m.–10:00 a.m. Camp Beckoning Trails (Hocking Co.) $20 per person Register by Wed., Jun., 24, 2015

Taste of Columbus Board a bus and travel around Columbus trying all kinds of new cuisines. In fact, you’ll even work toward your Locavore badge! This one-day bus trip is a great way to try traveling with GSOH. Already live in Franklin County? No need to fret, we’ll include a stop inside Columbus so you’ll get to ride the bus, too. Cost includes all meals and snacks.

Fri., Jun. 19, 2015 Bus stops and times TBD $65 per person

Sat. Jun. 6, 2015 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Zanesville Service Center (Muskingum Co.) $6 per person Register by Wed., May 20, 2015

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Teen Camporee 2015: Childhood Memories

Youth Aviation Adventure

Pull out your scrapbooks and explore the games, shows, movies, and crafts that were popular during your early years. Choose from a variety activities including crafts, games, archery, geocaching, childhood challenges, and more. Before departing, you will spend some service time preparing the camp for winter. Attend as an individual or with a troop or group. Cost includes lodging in platform tents or cabins, program materials, two breakfasts, and snacks. Troops or girls must provide their own lunch and dinner.

Enter the exciting world of aviation in this hands-on adventure using real aircraft equipment as you unravel the wonder and mystery of flight. You’ll learn about airport operations, instruments in a cockpit, aerodynamics, pre-flight of an actual airplane, talk with emergency responders, and much more! Please register on the YAA page AND CORA www.youthaviationadventure.org/yaa/PartnerPrograms/ Columbus,OH.aspx

Fri., Oct. 9, 2015 – Sun., Oct. 11, 2015 7:00 p.m.–11:00 a.m. Camp Wakatomika (Licking Co.) $25 per person Register by Wed., Sep. 23, 2015

Virtual Book Club Altered Past to Dystopian Future In this fast-paced Virtual Book Club, we’ll read one book that explores altered history (steampunk) and one that explores a dystopian future. You’ll receive your own copy of each book! Book club meets for eight weeks on a private blog.

Thu., Jun. 11, 2015 $17 per person

Activity: Sodoku

Sat., May. 23, 2015 Don Scott Airfield (OSU Airport) (Franklin Co.) $8 per person

ZipZone Adventure Soar through the trees in an old growth forest on a series of ziplines connected by sky bridges. This high-flying tour lasts about two hours and is led by experienced guides. Adults are welcome. Sat., May 2, 2015 11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. ZipZone Canopy Tours (Franklin Co.) $62 per person

Sudoku is a puzzle where the objective is to fill a 9×9 grid with numbers so that each column, each row, and each of the nine 3×3 sub-grids that make up the grid contains all of the digits from 1 to 9.

Solutions Easy Puzzle:

8 5 7 4 6 3 1 2 9

4 2 3 9 1 7 6 5 8

1 2 7 4 8 3 9 5 6

4 5 8 9 6 2 7 1 3

1 6 9 8 5 2 4 7 3

2 3 5 1 9 6 7 8 4

9 1 8 5 7 4 2 3 6

6 7 4 3 2 8 9 1 5

3 8 2 7 4 9 5 6 1

7 4 1 6 8 5 3 9 2

5 9 6 2 3 1 8 4 7

Medium Puzzle: 3 7 5 1 2 8 6 9 4

9 4 1 3 7 6 5 2 8

2 8 6 5 4 9 1 3 7

7 3 2 8 5 1 4 6 9

5 6 4 2 9 7 3 8 1

8 1 9 6 3 4 2 7 5

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Girl Scout Ambassadors American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

This is great for young adults who are looking for lifeguarding jobs for the summer. The prerequisite is your ability to swim 300 yards using freestyle and breast-stroke. Strong swimming skills required. Day camp volunteers and resident camp staff–ask how you can get this training for free! Tue., Jun. 2, 2015 – Fri., Jun. 5, 2015 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $200 per person

Challenge Course Facilitator Training Challenge courses are great ways to build trust and teamwork. Learn how to encourage these key leadership skills and many others, as a challenge course facilitator. Successful participants will be qualified to lead challenge course activities at any GSOH site. Day camp volunteers and resident camp staff– ask how you can get this training for free! Sat., Jun. 6, 2015 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $40 per person

American Red Cross Small Craft Safety: Canoe Instructor Certification We’ll teach you basic water rescues, how to teach paddling and safety, and how to run canoeing programs at our GSOH sites. Certification is dependent on passing both a written and practical test. Prior canoe experience required. Day camp volunteers and resident camp staff– ask how you can get this training for free! Tue., Jun. 2, 2015 - Wed., Jun. 3, 2015 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $75 per person

American Red Cross Wilderness First Aid Certification Learn how to respond to an emergency when help may not be just a call away. Wilderness First Aid is beneficial for anyone who plans to take kids camping, canoeing, or on other adventures off the beaten path. Current First Aid and CPR certification is required. Day camp volunteers and resident camp staff– ask how you can get this training for free!

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Thu., Jun. 4, 2015 - Fri., Jun. 5, 2015 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $100 per person

ODNR Passport to Fishing The Passport to Fishing program provides skills, techniques, and information that allows any beginning angler to start fishing in their own community. The program consists of four stations focusing on hands-on participation and a strong conservation message.

Wed., Jun. 3, 2015 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $5 per person Register by No deadline listed

USA Archery Level 1 Instructor Certification We’ll teach you how to shoot, how to teach, and how to run archery programs in a camp environment. Certification is dependent on passing both a written and practical test. Archery experience required. Day camp volunteers and resident camp staff–ask how you can get this training for free! Thu., Jun. 4, 2015 - Fri., Jun. 5, 2015 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Camp Ken-Jockety (Franklin Co.) $75 per person

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PRE S E NT S

in partnership with Otterbein University

LEADERSHIP ACADEMY JUNE 7 - 11, 2015 OTTERBEIN UNIVERSIT Y

advocate • make new friends • work together be resourceful • learn to lead • have fun

DAYS

(4 NIGHTS)

GO LEAD Academy is a highly interactive leadership development experience that offers you a chance to discover issues that affect your world and create your own community impact project, all while exploring a college campus.

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay on Otterbein’s beautiful tree-lined campus in the heart of Westerville, Ohio. Get a sample of college life as you make memories and gain valuable experiences at GO LEAD Academy.

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NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE

Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland Council, Inc. 1700 WaterMark Drive Columbus, OH 43215-1097

PAID

COLUMBUS, OH PERMIT NO. 3536

614-487-8101 800-621-7042 gsoh.org Spring/Summer 2015

Day Camp 2015

Day-long experience close to home where

Trips to faraway places for girls with

mystery abounds Sleep away camp where imagination

adventurous spirits

runs wild

Go to gsoh.org/camps for dates, sites, registration, and more information!