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Winterfest Come to Camp Bonnie Brae to try your hand at cross-country skiing. Learn about what animals do in the winter, play snow games, and even go ice fishing! Participants should bring a lunch and drink. Remember to dress warmly, most activities will take place outside. Details:
Puppets, Dolls & Plays Confidence in who you are will inspire the first of 3 puppets. We will explore puppets from around the world as we get our creative juices flowing! In small groups, the girls will then perform small skits which the teams design together to represent topics they care about. The groups will then be encouraged to Take Action and perform these for other troops in their towns. A total team builder. Earn your Puppets, Dolls and Plays Try-It. Details:
To register: Contact handson4kidz@aol.com or 978-632-2815. Quarter Notes Is singing with your friends your favorite part of Girl Scouts? Do you like to shine on stage? Then join the GSCWM Quarter Notes! We will learn Girl Scout songs, traditional folk songs from around the world, rounds and other unison or 2-part music, along with some basic choreography to perform at Council functions and community events. Regular rehearsals will be held every other month, with a dress rehearsal before performances. No audition is required, but a willingness to learn new music and perform for a crowd is a must! Details:
Bakery Fun Visit this old-tyme bakery and café and learn about the bakery biz! You'll decorate your own cupcakes while learning some fun decorating and icing methods...yum! Find out what it's like to own your own business…come with lots of questions! Cupcakes, decorations and beverages included. Details:
While the most important reason to eat is because you need energy, food can also be lots of fun to grow, prepare, and especially to eat. Work on your Make It, Eat It Try-It and have lots of FUN! Badges purchased separately. Details:
Self Defense for Brownies Think Brownies are too young or too small to learn how to defend themselves? Think again! Girls will learn techniques they can use if they ever find themselves in a sticky situation. We'll cover bullying, self-confidence, body language, tone of voice and more! Age-appropriate and totally fun! Girls will earn an out-of-council Brownie Try-It at this workshop. Details:
Brownie Quest Begin your Brownie Quest Journey! Cadette Girl Scouts will be leading the Brownies through a series of stations and group activities which will take them through most of the journey. Brownies will be armed with the tools and the enthusiasm to complete the Take Action Project on their own or with their troop after the workshop. The Cadettes are there to earn their LiA awards (Leader in Action) and are great role models for our younger girls. Girls will receive their journey books and leaders will receive 1 leader guide per troop to help them finish their journey. The journey awards are also included. Details:
Springfield Science Museum Camp In - Space Explorer and Sky Search Girls will discover a variety of nature and science related information while connecting with sister Girl Scouts and participating in hands on, fun activities. Girls will sleep beside a coral reef, or next to live animals or the Tyrannosaurus rex. An evening pizza party and light breakfast is included. Everyone views the planetarium show, screen prints their own t-shirt and has exclusive access to the Black Holes: Space Warps and Time Twists exhibit at the Science Museum. Girls will complete the requirements for a Try-It or Badge. Cost of recognition not included. Free and secure parking is available. Details:
To register: Contact Amanda at 413-263-6800 x385 or camp-in@springfieldmuseums.org. Girl Scout Day at OSV Join Girl Scouts from across New England and beyond while you learn about multi-culturalism in New England in the early 19th century. Inspired by Women's History Month, girls can explore the everyday lives of girls and women through demonstrations and performances! Visit the animals and the costumed villagers throughout the countryside and the center village. Also, pre-register online to participate in 50-minute badge and Try-It workshops or consider making a quick craft in the Craft Center. This event attracted over 1800 girls last year. Bring the family! This event is a must! Details:
Pre-register online at www.osv.org. Trash to Treasure Imagine! During this hands-on session with a local artist, girls can make bottle cap jewelry, brooch pins with buttons and paper clips, and then pile their treasures into a custom-designed jewelry box fashioned from a reusable shoe box. Turn castaways into fun and functional stuff. It's fun being green! As space is small, please limit the number of adults. If the morning program fills, an afternoon session may be added. Cookie Credits not accepted. Details:
Me and My Gal Spa Each Girl Scout and their mother or guardian will have the opportunity to spend the afternoon together making necklaces, painting nails, doing hair, and enjoying delicious treats. Details:
Bakery Fun Visit this old-tyme bakery and café and learn about the bakery biz! You'll decorate your own cupcakes while learning some fun decorating and icing methods...yum! Find out what it's like to own your own business…come with lots of questions! Cupcakes, decorations and beverages included. Details:
To register: Contact Bonnie at 508-865-0055. Music Exploration Connect with Maestro Bruce Hangen and the Orchestra of Indian Hill for a fun-filled, educational evening to include: exploration of musical instruments, introduction to famous composers and the stories behind their music, discovery of musical patterns and rhythms, and listen to a live orchestra rehearsal. Brownies and Juniors will complete their "Making Music" Try-it or badge. Open to Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. Pizza dinner included. Details:
To register: Contact Deb Krebsra at 978-486-9524 x115 or email Deb Krebsra@indianhillmusic.org. Frog Overnight Did you know that frogs absorb water through their skin so they don't need to drink? Or that some frogs freeze solid in winter? Bring your sense of adventure for an indoor program all about FROGS, an after-dark hike on the wildlife sanctuary, and then cozy up to sleep indoors in our visitor center. This program is set up for small troops looking for an overnight experience with an outdoor component. If your group is larger than 15, contact Broad Meadow Brook to set up your own date (other topics and badges are available). Trained overnight leader and first aider required with each group. Details:
To register: Contact Broad Meadow Brook, Martha, at 508-753-6087 x22 or mgach@massaudubon.org. Fun with Ceramics and Clay Ceramics and clay is artZZone's specialty! You'll work with a variety of clay and ceramic mediums and will learn what goes into the glazing and kiln-firing processes. You'll be amazed at what YOU can do with a lump of clay! Mold and fold, paint and create! Fun patch included. Details:
To register: call Let's Gogh Art at 978-833-6067. Movers The wind can create a gentle breeze or make powerful hurricanes. An airplane couldn't fly without the wind blowing over its wings. Can wind help you have fun? Come to this Movers workshop and find out! The program includes free time in the museum after the program. Groups may bring a bag lunch and eat in a designated area in the museum. An afternoon session will be added if the morning session fills. Details:
One of our most popular programs is back again this year! Sign up for a one-hour session for a quick basic lesson and free shooting time. All equipment is provided. You will be contacted to schedule your hour following receipt of your registration form. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Spring Busy Bee Volunteer at camp! Projects include taking down tents, cots, waterfront, and general camp cleanup. Come for a few hours or the entire day. Lunch is provided. RSVP by calling 800-462-9100. Earn $1 Busy Bee Dollar per volunteer - good towards camp rental. Want to make a full day of it? Stick around to participate in archery or take a hike around camp! Details:
To register: RSVP by calling 800-462-9100. Spring Busy Bee Volunteer at camp! Projects include taking down tents, cots, waterfront, and general camp cleanup. Come for a few hours or the entire day. Lunch is provided. RSVP by calling 800-462-9100. Earn $1 Busy Bee Dollar per volunteer - good towards camp rental. Want to make a full day of it? Stick around to participate in archery or take a hike around camp! Details:
To register: RSVP by calling 800-462-9100. Animal Connections Explore Overlook Farm’s Global Village and learn about the benefits of livestock animals to humans and the 7 M's: Milk, Manure, Meat, Material, Money, Motivation, and Muscle. Learn through hands-on activities like spinning wool in Peru or milking a goat in Guatemala. Time permitting; we may also tour our other livestock facilities to see our many farm animals. Activities may vary with the size of the group and the season. This trip is a nice tie-in with your Animals and People of the World Try-Its. Call for other dates and larger-group requests. Visit www.heifer.org to learn more about Heifer's mission. Details:
Boston Museum of Science Overnight Girl Scouts have been enjoying the overnights at the Museum of Science for many years for a truly unique night of fun and learning! Girls participate in fun, hands-on science activities, live demonstrations and shows! Evening snack and breakfast included. Each girl receives a souvenir overnight patch and a pass for one free return visit to the planetarium. Each group must provide a trained overnight leader and first aider and provide 1 adult for every 5 girls (minimum 2 adults per group - maximum determined by the number of girls registered). Details:
Springfield Science Museum Overnight - Space Explorer & Sky Search Girls will discover a variety of nature and science related information while connecting with sisters Girl Scouts and participating in fun, hands on activities. Girls will sleep beside a coral reef or next to live animals or the towering Tyrannosaurus rex. An evening pizza party and light breakfast are included. Everyone views the planetarium show, screen prints their own t-shirts and has exclusive access to the Black Holes: Space Warps and Time Twists exhibit at the Science Museum. Girls will complete requirements for a Try-It or badge. The cost of the recognition is not included. Free and secure parking is available. Details:
To register: Contact Amanda at 413-263-6800 x385 or camp-in@springfieldmuseums.org. Bakery Fun Visit this old-tyme bakery and café and learn about the bakery biz! You'll decorate your own cupcakes while learning some fun decorating and icing methods...yum! Find out what it's like to own your own business…come with lots of questions! Cupcakes, decorations and beverages included. Details:
To register: Contact Bonnie at 508-865-0055. Earth Day Come out to camp for a very special Earth Day event. Activities will include recycled crafts, pond exploration, yoga, and more! Girls will also learn earth-friendly practices to apply at home. Please bring a bag lunch and a drink. Dress for the weather and bring an extra pair of socks and shoes or shoes for the mud. Many activities will take place outside. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. For the Birds Earn Our Council's Own For the Birds Try-It while learning about the fascinating world of birds. Explore beak adaptations, feathers, nests, bird calls and much more. Learn from naturalists and go for a hike on the sanctuary grounds for a bit of bird watching! Details:
To register: Contact Mass Audubon Society at 508-753-6087 or sfarnam@massaudubon.org. Lets Pretend Movies, stories, television shows, songs and even dance are often based on "make-believe." When you pretend to be someone or something you're not, you're "acting." Go onstage with this workshop and put your best face forward! The program includes free time in the museum after the program. Groups may bring a bag lunch and eat in a designated area in the museum. An afternoon session will be added if the morning session fills. Details:
To register: Contact Holyoke Children's Museum at 413-536-7048 x207 or dabrazinski@childrensmuseumholyoke.org. Girl Scouts ROCK at Central Rock! Hang On. Hang Out! With over 14,000 square feet of amazing climbing walls from 15 to 40-feet high, a massive lead arch and super long overhangs, there'll be plenty to do at this Girl Scout Day event! Central Rock closes its doors to the public for our 4-hour session of rock climbing fun! Groups will rotate through 6-8 different learning stations, enjoying level-appropriate challenges along the way. Bring your lunch and your appetite for adventure! Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Brownies Through the Years Travel back in time and learn about Brownies in the 1920s, 1950s, and 1960s! Learn about the music they listened to, the games they played, the clothing and hairstyles they wore, and what was important to them. Earn the Brownie Girl Scouts Through the Years Try-It. Bring "nosebag lunch" (brown bag lunch). Dress in period costume if you wish! (optional). This event is presented by the Leeds GS Museum Committee. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Spring Vacation Camp 4 days of vacation camp fun! Join our CGE staff for a great camp adventure. You'll do boating, archery, arts & crafts, team-building games, incredible science and nature, campfire cooking, and more. You can sign-up for 1,2, 3, or all 4 days. Bus transportation is available from some communities and included in the price. Schedule available online by February 1. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Brownie Quest Complete the 1st half of the Brownie Quest Journey! Cadette Girl Scouts will be leading the Brownies through a series of stations and group activities which will take them through most of the journey. Brownies will be armed with the tools and the enthusiasm to complete the Take Action Project on their own or with their troop after the workshop. The Cadettes are there to earn their LiA Awards (Leader in Action) and are great role models for our younger girls. Girls will receive their journey books and leaders will receive 1 leader guide per troop to help them finish their journey. The journey awards are also included. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Caring and Sharing Gone Green! A healthy twist and we have a whole new reason to care and share! We will create a picture book using recycled magazines. Show you care and donate it to a young child! Let's act out what-if scenarios using recycling situations…comedy is ok! We will make scrapbooks from recycled materials as we continue to explore what we can do around us! This workshop will get the girls thinking about others and the world around them in a positive way. Team building and cooperative adventures make this a fun way to learn about "reduce, reuse and recycle"! Caring and Sharing Try-It included. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Victorian Era Days Imagine! Fun for all ages as girls learn about and 'live' an era gone by in beautiful Wistariahurst, a Victorian mansion. Girls will discover what life was like in the late 1800s, while participating in a variety of hands-on activities. They will learn and live Victorian fashion, hair styles, outdoor games, letter writing, decorating and more. Girl Scouts will be divided into small groups as they travel through the museum. Cookie Credits not accepted. Details:
To register: Contact Marjorie at 413.322-5660 x5168. Girls Golf Club Kick Off Kick off the spring/summer season learning the basics of golf. Local golf pros will instruct clinics in putting, chipping and full swing. It's a fun-filled introduction to the 2010 Summer Girls Golf Club. Golf clubs will be available to borrow. Information about the summer program will be available at the Girls Golf Club Kick Off. Details:
To register: Contact Susan Teitel at pvgirlsgolf@yahoo.com or 413-896-0596. Spring Archery Days One of our most popular programs is back again this year! Sign up for a one hour session for a quick basic lesson and free shooting time. All equipment is provided. You will be contacted to schedule your hour following receipt of your registration form. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Spring Busy Bee at CBB Volunteer at camp! Projects include taking down tents, cots, waterfront, and general camp cleanup. Come for a few hours or the entire day. Lunch is provided. RSVP by calling 800-462-9100. Earn $1 Busy Bee Dollar per volunteer - good towards camp rental. Want to make a full day of it? Stick around to participate in archery or take a hike around camp! Details:
To register: RSVP by calling 800-462-9100. Spring Busy Bee at CLP Volunteer at camp! Projects include taking down tents, cots, waterfront, and general camp cleanup. Come for a few hours or the entire day. Lunch is provided. RSVP by calling 800-462-9100. Earn $1 Busy Bee Dollar per volunteer - good towards camp rental. Want to make a full day of it? Stick around to participate in archery or take a hike around camp! Details:
To register: RSVP by calling 800-462-9100. Swim Safety Looking for a fun way to introduce your Girl Scout Brownies to Water Safety … before summer swim activities start? Girls will work in small groups to review and learn water safety and swimming skills. The afternoon begins with one half-hour on "dry land", including water safety activities, games and role-play. Then they'll be in the pool and rotate through 4 stations where they'll develop and practice swimming, water safety, rescue and synchronized swimming skills. Free swim time is also included. Details:
To register: Contact YWCA, Patty Flanagan, at 508-767-2505 x3021 or pflanagan@ywcaworcester.org. Bakery Fun Visit this old-tyme bakery and café and learn about the bakery biz! You'll decorate your own cupcakes while learning some fun decorating and icing methods...yum! Find out what it's like to own your own business…come with lots of questions! Cupcakes, decorations and beverages included. Details:
To register: Contact Bonnie at 508-865-0055. Boot, Scoot & Boogie Years ago barn dances brought neighbors and families together to enjoy music and dancing. Now, your group can gather for 2 hours of high-energy fun in a real barn with this line dancing event! Learn a new routine or two along with dance favorites like the Cotton-Eyed Joe, Limbo, Electric Slide and more! Best of all, just plain have fun! The instructor will take you step-by-step through the dances... you'll be kickin' up your heels in no time! Participation patch is included. Details:
Food For Thought Explore fields, gardens, barns and trails as you discover life on this local farm. Work with Teacher Naturalists as they engage in daily chores and other related activities. Learn how and why we grow and raise what we do and the journey of farm animals and crops to your home. Enjoy a hayride and taste some farm fresh treats! Will satisfy requirements towards Try-Its and Badges. Details:
To register: Contact Paula at 781-259-2220 or dfeducation@massaudubon.org. MAYDAY! MAYDAY! Girl Scouts Take Over the Berkshire Museum Come to Berkshire Museum and explore the collection. Take part in a variety of hands-on and interactive workshops in toy making, nature exploration and artistic expression. Brownies can earn their Around the World and Animals Try-Its, Juniors can earn their Toy Maker and Visual Arts Badges, and Cadettes can earn a Museum patch when the Girl Scouts take over the Museum! Groups must provide one adult for every ten girls. Bring a bag lunch and beverage. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Spring Archery Days One of our most popular programs is back again this year! Sign up for a one hour session for a quick basic lesson and free shooting time. All equipment is provided. You will be contacted to schedule your hour following receipt of your registration form. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Plants Herbs and other perennials start coming up quite early in our Cooks Garden in Historic Deerfield. Come and join us for a hands-on, sensory experience as you earn your Plants Try- It. You will learn the names of some common plants used in early cooking, and have a chance to smell and try some savory herbs while you are in the garden. With your new knowledge about how things grow, you can plant some seeds in small peat pots to take home with you. Badges can be purchased separately. Details:
To register: Contact Faith Deering at 413-775-7116 or fdeerinng@historic-deerfield.org. Dramatic Arts - Let's Pretend Girls will earn their Let's Pretend Try-It in this dramatic arts workshop. When you pretend to be someone else, you're acting! Go onstage in this theater workshop! Girls will be exposed to the world of theater by participating in several activities including: Creative exercises to warm-up, create a mask, character charades and act out various characters in a skit using their masks. Details:
To register: Contact Lynn at 978-833-6067 or email art@letsgoghart.com. Scout Safari Day Calling all Scouts! Spend an adventurous day at the zoo with fellow Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts of all ages. Participate in interactive stations that will help you to complete a variety of badge requirements while you’re surrounded by a zoo full of fascinating animals. Meet special guest presenters, zoo staff and some very cool critters. Souvenir patch is included! Registration opens in January! Details:
To register: Pre-registration is required and payment is due upon registration. Registration deadline is April 19th. There will be a late fee of $5 per scout after that date. Sorry, no refunds. Registration forms will be available on-line at www.rwpzoo.org and by mail. For more information, call Jen at (401) 785-3510 ext. 352 or e-mail at jkarow@rwpzoo.org. Spring Archery Days One of our most popular programs is back again this year! Sign up for a one-hour session for a quick basic lesson and free shooting time. All equipment is provided. You will be contacted to schedule your hour following receipt of your registration form. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Boston Museum of Science Overnight Girl Scouts have been enjoying the overnights at the Museum of Science for many years for a truly unique night of fun and learning! Girls participate in fun, hands-on science activities, live demonstrations and shows! Evening snack and breakfast included. Each girl receives a souvenir overnight patch and a pass for one free return visit to the planetarium. Each group must provide a trained overnight leader and first aider and provide 1 adult for every 5 girls (minimum 2 adults per group - maximum determined by the number of girls registered). Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Boston Museum of Science Overnight Girl Scouts have been enjoying the overnights at the Museum of Science for many years for a truly unique night of fun and learning! Girls participate in fun, hands-on science activities, live demonstrations and shows! Evening snack and breakfast included. Each girl receives a souvenir overnight patch and a pass for one free return visit to the planetarium. Each group must provide a trained overnight leader and first aider and provide 1 adult for every 5 girls (minimum 2 adults per group - maximum determined by the number of girls registered). Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Bakery Fun Visit this old-tyme bakery and café and learn about the bakery biz! You'll decorate your own cupcakes while learning some fun decorating and icing methods...yum! Find out what it's like to own your own business…come with lots of questions! Cupcakes, decorations and beverages included. Details:
To register: Contact Bonnie at 508-865-0055. Plants Try-it Tower Hill Botanic Garden's beautiful grounds are the perfect place to earn the Plants Try-It! Go on a leaf hunt in the gardens and woodland trails and discover different patterns of leaves and bark. Learn what’s inside a seed and plant six different kinds of seeds to see which one will win a sprout race! A fun and informative nature program! Try-Its are included. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Puppets, Dolls, and Plays Make your own puppets and stage to put on your very own puppet show. The program includes free time in the museum after the program. Groups may bring a bag lunch and eat in a designated area in the museum. An afternoon session will be added if the morning session fills. Details:
To register: Contact Holyoke Children's Museum at 413-536-7048 x207 or dabrazinski@childrensmuseumholyoke.org. Things that Go Bump in the Night Have you ever wondered just what exactly those things that go bump in the night are? Learn about unique creatures of the night and the spectacular ways they are adapted for life under the cover of darkness. While learning about nocturnal animal adaptations, participants will explore their own sensory abilities and even dissect an owl pellet! Girls will meet the requirements for their Animals and Senses Try-Its (not included) at this awesome Flashlight Adventure! Participation patch provided which allows free zoo admission through 2011. Each group must provide a trained overnight leader and first aider and provide 1 adult for every 5 girls (minimum 2 adults per group - maximum determined by the number of girls registered). Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Quarter Notes Is singing with your friends your favorite part of Girl Scouts? Do you like to shine on stage? Then join the GSCWM Quarter Notes! We will learn Girl Scout songs, traditional folk songs from around the world, rounds and other unison or 2-part music, along with some basic choreography to perform at Council functions and community events. Regular rehearsals will be held every other month, with a dress rehearsal before performances. No audition is required, but a willingness to learn new music and perform for a crowd is a must! Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Zoobilee Meet animals up close and personal after hours at the zoo when it becomes a fantastically fun, wildlife learning place for Girl Scouts. At discovery stations girls will find out what animals eat and why, and how similar their nutritional needs are. Participants can hop on the Zoo Train to check out hard-to-reach zoo destinations. Dress to be outside. Fee does not include $2.00 park entrance charged per in-state vehicle. Participation patch included in girls' fees. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Boston Museum of Science Overnight Girl Scouts have been enjoying the overnights at the Museum of Science for many years for a truly unique night of fun and learning! Girls participate in fun, hands-on science activities, live demonstrations and shows! Evening snack and breakfast included. Each girl receives a souvenir overnight patch and a pass for one free return visit to the planetarium. Each group must provide a trained overnight leader and first aider and provide 1 adult for every 5 girls (minimum 2 adults per group - maximum determined by the number of girls registered). Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Springfield Science Museum Overnight - Space Explorers and Sky Search Girls will discover a variety of nature and science related information while connecting with sister Girl Scouts and participating in fun, hands on activities. Girls will sleep beside a coral reef or next to live animals or the Tyrannosaurus. An evening pizza party and light breakfast is included. Everyone views the planetarium show and screen prints their own t-shirt. Girls will complete requirements for a Try It or badge. The cost of the recognition is not included. Free and secure parking is available. Details:
To register: Contact Amanda at 413-263-6800 x385 or camp-in@springfieldmuseums.org. Brownie Journey Day WOW! This Wonders of Water journey workshop will be lots of fun! Join us for a "Green Tea for a Blue Planet" tea party, share what you love about water, and find out why it's important to protect water. Then we'll play some games to learn how families make do in places where clean water is scarce. Journey books and awards can be purchased separately. Details:
Horsemanship Basics Learn about grooming, leading, safety, equine behavior, tacking up and more in this half-day workshop at Biscuit Hill Farm in Shelburne. This will be a chance to work towards your horse related badges or to just have fun and learn about horses and then get a chance to ride one. Be sure to wear hard sole shoes. Helmets will be provided for any participants that do not own one. Come spend the morning at a horse farm! Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Spring Busy Bee at CBB Volunteer at camp! Projects include taking down tents, cots, waterfront, and general camp cleanup. Come for a few hours or the entire day. Lunch is provided. Earn $1 Busy Bee Dollar per volunteer - good towards camp rental. Want to make a full day of it? Stick around to participate in archery or take a hike around camp! Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Spring Archery Days One of our most popular programs is back again this year! Sign up for a one hour session for a quick basic lesson and free shooting time. All equipment is provided. You will be contacted to schedule your hour following receipt of your registration form. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Sundown Safari Zoo staff will guide you through an after-hours adventure. Go behind the scenes with an exciting tour that brings you up close and personal with many exotic species. You will learn about the history of the zoo, captive versus wild environments, exhibit design, adaptations, animal behaviors, enrichment and healthy diets. Some of the animals that we'll focus on are: tortoises, giraffes, parrots, kangaroos, monkeys, chimps, white rhinos and large cats. Bring your flashlights! Details:
To register: Contact Southwick's Zoo Earth Ltd. Discovery Center at 800-258-9182 x208 or x209 or earth@earthltd.org. Swim & Fun Overnight The Synchro-maids of the YWCA have planned a night of fun and activities for you! Activities will include swimming, dance, crafts, indoor sports and more! You'll also have a chance to watch a few routines performed by the Synchro-maids synchronized swim team and try "synchro" yourself! Includes all activities, drinks, pizza, snack and breakfast. Details:
To register: Contact YWCA, Patty Flanagan, at 508-767-2505 x3021 or pflanagan@ywcaworcester.org. Bakery Fun Visit this old-tyme bakery and café and learn about the bakery biz! You'll decorate your own cupcakes while learning some fun decorating and icing methods...yum! Find out what it's like to own your own business…come with lots of questions! Cupcakes, decorations and beverages included. Details:
To register: Contact Bonnie at 508-865-0055. Horse and Pony Try-it Everybody loves horses! Come learn about horses and ponies in this fun event. You’ll learn about their care, equipment, food and how you need to act around horses to stay safe. Get some hands-on time as you learn about horse grooming. Hop aboard for a short lead-ride around the ring, and then you’ll get to watch some riding demos by experienced riders! Horse and Pony Try-Its are available for purchase from Ohio Heartland Council. Details:
To register: Contact Camp Marshall at 508-885-4891 or programs@campmarshall.org. Boston Museum of Science Overnight Girl Scouts have been enjoying the overnights at the Museum of Science for many years for a truly unique night of fun and learning! Girls participate in fun, hands-on science activities, live demonstrations and shows! Evening snack and breakfast included. Each girl receives a souvenir overnight patch and a pass for one free return visit to the planetarium. Each group must provide a trained overnight leader and first aider and provide 1 adult for every 5 girls (minimum 2 adults per group - maximum determined by the number of girls registered). Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Just the Two of Us This special weekend is just for girls and their special pal (father, uncle, grandfather) to get away from it all. You will enjoy all that Camp Bonnie Brae has to offer - sports, archery, arts and crafts - even polar bear swimming and a special kayak to the island. You'll also take part in an all-camp service project. All meals provided. Adults not registered as a Girl Scout, additional $12. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. GirlSports Adventure Being active and challenging yourself is a great way to discover just what you can do when you try. Cross an imaginary alligator-infested swamp with the help of your team and a swinging vine, balance together on a giant teeter-totter, protect your “Jedi Warrior” while trying to tag theirs by throwing yarn balls through space...earn your GirlSports Try-It by playing energy-packed field games, working together to figure out brain–teasing challenges and supporting each other while climbing out of your “comfort zone” on the low rope challenge course ~ all in the spirit of adventure! Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Girl Scout Day at the Worcester Tornadoes Come cheer on the Worcester Tornadoes baseball team at Hanover Park at Fitton Field. Join “Twister” on his birthday and meet other mascots from the area who are coming to help him celebrate! Arrive by 1:30pm to join in the Girl Scout parade around the field before the game (bring a banner or troop flag if you like). The first 200 girls to purchase tickets will receive a Tornadoes patch! Optional pre-game barbecue buffet w/ box seat ticket package is available for $25/adult and $18/kids 12 and under. Details:
To register: This is opening weekend and tickets may go fast, so order early! Please have one adult order tickets for your whole group. To order tickets, contact Miriam Hyder at 508-792-2288 x105 or email mhyder@worcestertornadoes.com. Swim & Fun Overnight The Synchro-maids of the YWCA have planned a night of fun and activities for you! Activities will include swimming, dance, crafts, indoor sports and more! You'll also have a chance to watch a few routines performed by the Synchro-maids synchronized swim team and try "synchro" yourself! Includes all activities, drinks, pizza, snack and breakfast. Details:
To register: Contact YWCA, Patty Flanagan, at 508-767-2505 x3021 or pflanagan@ywcaworcester.org. Wild Women Weekend Girls and women only --- join us at CBB for a WILD weekend. We'll have a mix of adventurous activities like boating and a visit to the challenge course, but you'll also get the chance to pamper yourself a bit at our "camp spa". The evening will not be complete until we get our groove on to some wildly wonderful karaoke!! This weekend is for girls and their mother, aunts, grandmothers, troops, and all female Girl Scouts that want to have a WILD time at camp! Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Bakery Fun Visit this old-tyme bakery and café and learn about the bakery biz! You'll decorate your own cupcakes while learning some fun decorating and icing methods...yum! Find out what it's like to own your own business…come with lots of questions! Cupcakes, decorations and beverages included. Details:
To register: Contact Bonnie at 508-865-0054. Animal Connections Explore Overlook Farm’s Global Village and learn about the benefits of livestock animals to humans and the 7 M's: Milk, Manure, Meat, Material, Money, Motivation, and Muscle. Learn through hands-on activities like spinning wool in Peru or milking a goat in Guatemala. Time permitting, we may also tour our other livestock facilities to see our many farm animals. Activities may vary with the size of the group and the season. This trip is a nice tie-in with your Animals and People of the World Try-Its. Call for other dates and larger-group requests. Visit www.heifer.org to learn more about Heifer's mission. Details:
To register: Contact Heifer Learning Center at 508-886-2221 or Overlook.Farm@Heifer.org. Family Fun Weekend Don't leave anyone at home for this trip to camp - all family members are welcome. Join us for a weekend of fun camp activities - swimming, boating, and arts and crafts are just the start! Your family will have its own tent or cabin. Additional fees: non-registered girls (ages 5-18) add $12. At least one adult per family must be registered (add $12 to register). Children under 3 are free. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form. Family Fun Weekend Don't leave anyone at home for this trip to camp - all family members are welcome. Join us for a weekend of fun camp activities - swimming, boating, and arts and crafts are just the start! Your family will have its own tent or cabin. Additional fees: non-registered girls (ages 5-18) add $12. At least one adult per family must be registered (add $12 to register). Children under 3 are free. Details:
Register online, or complete the GSCWM registration form and mail it to the address listed on the form.
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