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• 45-minute hands-on workshops for kids 6-12 and accompanying adults

• FREE with general admission; group rates with advance registration

• Second & fourth weekends of every month (Saturdays: 11AM, 1 & 3PM; Sundays: 1:30 & 3PM)

• Activities change monthly learn more at lasm.org or email kidslab@lasm.org

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*PRECIOUS GEMSTONES, MINERALS, FOSSILS, OPALS, BEADS, & JEWERLY *DEMONSTRATIONS OF JEWERLY MAKING AND CABOCHON CUTIING *SILENT AUCTIONS, DOOR PRIZES, AND GRAND PRIZES *KIDS: FREE GRAB BAGS & TEACHING CABOCHON CUTIING *GEODE CACKING, DINOSAUR BONES, ROCK PIT MINING, & MUCH, MUCH, MORE...

ADMISSION: ADULTS: $6.00 -all 3 days Students: w/ID, Military: w/ID, and Members – $3.00 Scouts in uniform – free •

Children under 12 – free

FOR SHOW INFORMATION, CALL LEVETTE CARLOS AT (504) 214-3205 OR EMAIL AT NOLAGEMSHOW@GMAIL.COM GEM AND MINERAL SOCIETY OF LOUISIANA GEMANDMINERALSOCIETYOFLOUISIANA

OCTOBER 11 & 12 • 10AM – 6PM OCTOBER 13 • 10AM – 4PM

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Scouts Earn Your Badges/Belt Loops Birthday Parties Family Outings • Petting Zoo School Field Trips • Pony Rides • Vegetable Garden • Stocked ponds, poles & bait!

Horseback Riding Lessons

Summer Horse & Farm Camp

27329 Mill Creek Road, Bush, LA Just 15 minutes north of Covington

Watch our camp video online!

(985) 886-3747 | www.splendorfarms.com

Available throughout the year.

Bowling, Bumper Cars, Laser Maze, AMAZING! TROOP & UNIT MONEY EARNING PROJECTS AVAILABLE 1414 N. Airline Hwy. Gonzales • www.premierlanes.net • (225) 621-BOWL

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THERE IS POWER IN EVERY G.I.R.L.

RENEW your Girl Scout membership by September 15!

Unleash it at GSLE’s

Believe in G.I.R.L. (B.I.G.) event!

Saturday, September 28 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Louisiana State University Baton Rouge, LA

Our BIG Event is going to be amazing! Enjoy a day of hands-on activities and demonstrations on Life Skills, Entrepreneurship, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math), the Arts, and the Outdoors!

We’ll have awesome collaborators at B.I.G. Girls will meet role models, explore career options, and have fun!

Open to all girls, grades K – 12, registered by September 15 for the 2019-2020 membership year.

$10 per girl, and adults are free.

Free patch to first 2,000 girls who register for the B.I.G. Event.

Girls who renewed their membership as part of Spring renewal have received discounted pricing ($7). Event Registration is easy at www.gsle.org/ebiz!

BIG Event Service Project will be a Donation Drive for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates).

Contact Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243, for more info.

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Founded in 1960, The Blood Center serves as the lifesaving link between the donor and the patient.

Blood is a vital medical component that cannot be manufactured. It is only through generous donors that blood is made available to patients in need.

Open to all Girl Scouts and their families

Troop members learn the importance of giving blood

Girl Scouts earn patch by:

• Attending a presentation on blood facts, why people need blood and what are the requirements to donating blood • Supporting the community blood supply by successfully recruiting two blood donors

Last authentic Steamboat on the Mississippi River

Contact Paul Adams at BloodDrive@TheBloodCenter.org to learn more about the Blood Buddy program

Departs from the French Quarter 2 Hr Cruise, Troop Rates, Guided tour Earn a River Heritage Patch

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Girl Scouts Louisiana East

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Corporate Headquarters 841 S. Clearview Parkway New Orleans, LA 70121 Phone 504-733-8220 ¡ 800-644-7571 Fax 504-733-8219

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Regional Service Center

Getting Started

545 Colonial Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Phone 225-927-8946 Fax 225-927-8402

Council Website www.gsle.org Program Power is published annually by the Program Department of Girl Scouts Louisiana East.

Additional program activities and events are developed throughout the year, and updated on the council website.

Please visit www.gsle.org for more information.

The Girl Scout Mission

Program Frequently Asked Questions

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Programs for 2019-2020 September 2019

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November 2019

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December 2019

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January 2020

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February 2020

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March 2020

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April 2020

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May 2020

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Robotics Series

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On Your Own

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Girl Scouts’ Highest Awards

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Product Program Information

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2019 Fall Product Program

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2020 Cookie Program

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Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

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

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Annual Family Giving Campaign

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2020 Resident Camp

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

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Welcome

2019-2020

At Girl Scouts Louisiana East, we believe in the Power of G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader)™ and our 2019-2020 programs reflect it!

There is no other organization that more thoroughly understands the value of programming designed specifically for girls and delivered in an all-girl learning space than Girl Scouts.

So whether it’s Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) that interests you, or Life Skills, the Outdoors, or Entrepreneurship, we hope you’ll unleash your inner G.I.R.L. and join us for a year of adventure, learning, and challenging activities.

A big thank you goes to our Program Power sponsors, community collaborators, and council program volunteers who are instrumental in providing this year’s program opportunities! Have an expertise or an idea you want to share? Let us know!

Support our Sponsors!

In this year’s Program Power you will notice a variety of local businesses and organizations that are sponsoring the publication, and by doing so, they are helping to offset the cost to print and mail this publication to Girl Scouts.

We encourage you to mention ‘Girl Scouts’ when contacting our sponsors and letting them know you saw their advertisement in Program Power! Our council website at www.gsle.org will also provide a link to each sponsor’s website, as a service to our membership.

Since we continue to add new activities for girls throughout the year, we encourage you to stay up-to-date by reading the monthly council email newsletter and frequently visiting our website calendar at www.gsle.org and our council’s social media pages.

Take a moment to explore Program Power to discover how much fun and how fulfilling it is to be a G.I.R.L.!

Yours in Girl Scouting, Program Department, Girl Scouts Louisiana East

¡Bienvenidos! ¡En el concilio Girl Scouts Louisiana East, creemos en el Poder de la G.I.R.L.™ (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader), y nuestros programas de 2019-2020 lo reflejan! No hay otra organización que entiende más completamente que Girl Scouts el valor de programas diseñados especificamente para niñas y cumplido en un espacio de aprender sólo para niñas.

The Blood Center, page 6 Culinary Kids, page 6 Gem and Mineral Society of Louisiana, page 3

Entonces si es Ciencias, Tecnología, Ingeniería, o Matemáticas que te interesa o la naturaleza, o aptitudes para la vida, o el espíritu emprendedor, esperamos que desatarás tu G.I.R.L. interior y te unirás a nosotros para un año de aventura, aprendizaje, y actividades retadores.

Louisiana Arts & Science Museum, inside front cover Mad Science, inside back cover

Así que si es Ciencia (Science), Tecnología, Ingeniería (Engineering), o Matemáticas (STEM) que le interesa a usted, o habilidades para la vida o al aire libre, o el espíritu emprendedor, esperamos que suelta su G.I.R.L. interior y nos junta para un año de aventuras, aprendizaje, y actividades retadoras.

Premier Lanes, page 4 Small Fry’s Cooking, LLC., inside back cover

¡Estamos emitiendo un gran gracias a nuestros patrocinadores de Program Power, los colaboradores del comunidad, y voluntarios del programa del consejo, quienes son fundamental en proveer las oportunidades del programa de este año! ¿Tiene usted una pericia o una idea que quiere compartir? ¡Avísenos!

Splendor Farms, page 4 Steamboat Natchez, page 6

Porque continuamos agregando actividades nuevas para chicas por todo el año, recomendamos que usted se mantenga al día por leer el boletín informativo mensual de correo electrónico y por visitar nuestro calendario del sitio web en www.gsle.org y las páginas del consejo en las redes sociales. ¡Tome un momento para explorar Program Power para descrubrir qué divertido y qué satisfactorio es para ser una G.I.R.L.!

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LET’S GET Started!

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Three Easy Steps 1. Mark the programs you want to attend and ask your leader or your parent/guardian to sign you up.

2. Register for events and activities online through our eBiz system at www.gsle.org/ebiz. Click on the Activities tab in eBiz to locate your program. For those who prefer to register for an event or activity, off-line, a Program Event Registration Form with instructions is located in the back of this guide.

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3. Review your confirmation for additional instructions or supplies prior to the day of the event.

G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader)™ is GSUSA’s brand platform which emphasizes the types of experiences girls have through Girl Scouting. This key will help you understand how G.I.R.L. defines leadership, the Girl Scout way.

GO-GETTER

INNOVATOR

RISK-TAKER

LEADER

Determined to succeed. Bold. Honest.

Fair. Goal-oriented.

Can-do mentality.

Ambitious. Lifelong learner.

Thinks outside the box. Always looking for a new approach. Visionary.

Uses resources wisely. Original Do-it-yourselfer.

Experimenter.

Not afraid to try new things.

Courageous. Strong.

Breaks the mold.

Steps up. Discoverer.

Pioneer. Embraces the unfamiliar.

Confident. Knows how to get the job done. Responsible.

Committed to making the world a better place. Empathetic.

Advocate. Empowers others.

COUNCIL SHOPS Council Headquarters

Regional Service Center

841 S. Clearview Parkway New Orleans, LA 70121 504-355-5879 direct 504-733-8219 fax hqshop@gsle.org Check out our online store at www.gsle.org

545 Colonial Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70806 225-364-3251 direct 225-927-8402 fax roshop@gsle.org

Gift Cards for purchase at both Council Shop locations.

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Program Frequently Asked Questions Who can participate in Girl Scout events?

Will I receive confirmation of our participation in a council-sponsored event?

A registered Girl Scout is welcome to participate in programs either independently or as a troop.

Yes. A confirmation goes to the troop leader, adult in charge, or individual registering prior to the event with directions and instructions for the event (usually by email). Make sure that information is distributed to troop members who are attending the event.

Whom do I contact if I have questions about the program activity?

Under each program there is a contact person listed who will be able to answer questions about the event.

What is the refund policy?

Whom do I contact if I want to see if I’m registered for the event?

If you need to check to see if your registration or payment was received you can contact Customer Care at 1-800-6447571, or by emailing customercare@gsle.org.

A full refund is made only when the council cancels the event. If your schedule changes, it may be possible to transfer your event fees to a future event. No fee transfers will be made for no-show troops or girls. All transfer of fees will be made at the discretion of the Chief Operating Officer.

When does registration open and close? How are council program events filled?

How does the council ensure that girls have a safe and enjoyable time at events?

Listed under each program offering is a registration open and deadline date. Registration is open until the maximum number of participants is reached or the deadline date arrives, whichever occurs first. If by 4 p.m. on the opening date the council has received more registrations than the maximum number of participants for that event, a random drawing will be held to select the participants. In order for your registration to be processed the full amount of the fee must be included with the registration.

All events are planned according to Girl Scout Volunteer Essentials and Safety Activity Checkpoints. Please adhere to Volunteer Essentials and Safety Activity Checkpoints at all Girl Scout programs (i.e. using the buddy system, etc.).

How will I know that an event has been canceled?

If you are attending an event hosted by the council and it is canceled, the adult listed on the event information will be notified by email or by phone.

What is the leader’s responsibility for the event if the whole troop attends?

Are Badges included?

The leaders must provide a sufficient number of adults to meet Safety Activity Checkpoints. They must also ensure that there is a currently certified first aider, a First Aid kit, the original permission slip for each girl, completed Health History Record for each girl, completed Health History for each adult, and the items listed in the event or confirmation description. The leader is responsible for monitoring her troop/group’s behavior and actions.

Only if specified in the event description.

Do I have to be in a troop to earn a Badge or Award?

If my daughter participates in a program independently, how will she be supervised?

Girls participating independently should be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Volunteers may be available to supervise groups of girls participating independently at certain events, but please check with the program staff member listed under each event to see if your daughter needs to be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

When fees are listed per girl, adults do not have to pay for the event. When fees are listed per person, any individual attending the event must pay the fee.

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Can I sell cookies or fall products if I am not a member of a troop?

Yes, any registered Girl Scout can sell cookies or fall products to earn program credit.

Do adult chaperones pay for program events?

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PROGRAMS 2019-2020 Fee: $25 per person (girl and adult), which includes five meals.

Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 60 per session Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When maximum is reached or at listed deadline date.

Staff Support: Lauren Vance at lvance@gsle.org or 225-747-0403.

Volunteer Opportunities: Wrangler/Spur adult volunteers are necessary for this program to succeed – please join!

Adults must also complete an orientation session, volunteer application and background screening prior to volunteering.

September 2019 WRANGLER/SPUR Program Open to girls, age 14 and older (Wrangler), and girls, age 12 – 13 (Spur).

Are horses your thing? Would you like to share your riding skills and knowledge of horses with younger girls? Then consider joining the Wrangler/Spur Program. You will be paired with adult and girl mentors to teach Western horseback riding workshops at Camp Marydale to troops and service units. Wranglers also help with special weekend events such as Horseback Riding Junior badge workshops and other horse workshops.

LOOP NOLA

Wetlands Ecology & Exploration Wrangler/Spur Program

Open to girls, grades 3 – 5

Orientation & Training Weekend

Join the LOOP NOLA team for a day of exploration and education in the wetlands of Bayou St. John! Come canoe in Bayou St. John and learn about the plants and animals that play a vital role in southeast Louisiana’s habitat. Participate in teambuilding games and activities directly relating to the ecology surrounding you. Through hands-on activities, girls will experience methods commonly used in water quality testing and wetland conservation. Take this opportunity to explore a little used area of New Orleans and learn more about your role in protecting our wetlands! If this special date does not work for you, or it fills up quickly, please contact Heather West at hwest@loopnola.org to establish your own troop outing.

Open to girls, age 14 and older (Wrangler), and girls, age 12 – 13 (Spur).

This training at Camp Marydale is open to girls 12 years and older who are interested in joining the Wrangler/Spur Program regardless of experience. You will learn policies and procedures necessary in the program and then head to the barn for handson training with our horses that will help you succeed the first time you volunteer. Adults who are interested in volunteering in the program must also attend an orientation session prior to volunteering. The training weekend is for all members to come and learn about new procedures and gain new experience!

Event Code: EE0401 When: Saturday, September 7, 2019

After the completion of an orientation, girls are registered in the Wrangler/Spur Program and will be volunteering at camp throughout the year.

Deadline to register: August 27, 2019 Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Where: LOOP NOLA office in City Park. 1031 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, LA 70124 Fee: $15 per girl Capacity: Minimum 8/Maximum 20 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

If you’re interested in learning more about becoming a Wrangler or a Spur, email wranglers@gsle.org.

Event Code: WT0101 When: Friday, September 6 - Sunday, September 8, 2019 Deadline to register 8/30/19) Event Code: WT0102 When: Friday, November 22 - Sunday, November 24, 2019 (Deadline to register 11/8/19)

Event Code: EE0402 When: Saturday, January 25, 2020

Event Code: WT0103 When: Friday, February 14 - Sunday, February 16, 2020 (Deadline to register 1/31/20)

Deadline to register: January 15, 2020 Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Where: LOOP NOLA office in City Park. 1031 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, LA 70124 Fee: $15 per girl

Time: Check in Friday at 7 p.m. Check out Sunday at 3 p.m.

Where: Girl Scout Camp Marydale, St. Francisville, LA

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Capacity: Minimum 8/Maximum 20 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: August 27, 2019 or when capacity is reached.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Girls and adults should wear closed toe shoes and dress in comfortable clothing that they do not mind getting a little dirty. LOOP NOLA will have ice water, sun block, bug spray, and a med kit on site. If possible, girls and adults should bring a reusable water bottle along with lunches and any snacks that they may want.

New! Brownie Think Like an Engineer Badge Workshop

Love, Hug & Groom

Time: 1 p.m.- 4 p.m.

Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fee: $25 per girl. Registration fee includes materials, supplies, a completion certificate and an exclusive Challenge Island patch.

Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 40 girls.

Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity on ebiz.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: September 1, 2019 or when maximum capacity is reached.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 Girls will work in small groups to solve S.T.E.A.M. challenges using the Engineering Design Process, critical thinking and collaboration.

During this workshop girls will design and construct a claw machine game, engineer a water pipeline, and build a rocket and launcher to complete requirements for the Think Like an Engineer badge (badge not included). Girls will complete all requirements of the badge except the Take Action Project. Challenge Island’s unique high energy, high interest, hands-on programs feel like an exciting island vacation which keeps kids engaged in fun challenges.

Event Code: EJ0401 When: Saturday, September 14, 2019

Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 Would you like to learn more about our horses at Camp Marydale? Here’s your chance to work with our members of the Wrangler/Spur Program as they introduce you to the basics of horse care with handson grooming. You’ll also tour the barn, receive a fun patch, and end your session with a pony ride!

LH0101–Sunday, September 8, 2019, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 8/30/19) LH0102–Sunday, October 6, 2019, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 9/27/19) LH0103–Sunday, November 3, 2019, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 10/25/19) LH0104–Sunday, November 24, 2019, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 11/15/19 LH0105–Sunday, February 16, 2020, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 2/7/20) LH0106–Sunday, March 8, 2020, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 2/28/20) LH0107–Sunday, April 5, 2020, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 3/27/20)

Crime Stoppers

Safety for Girls 101 Open to girls, grades 7 – 12 Four safety sessions led by law enforcement and youth safety professionals will focus on the following subjects: being streetwise (safe at home, in your neighborhood, school, and community); crime and violence prevention (bullying, cyberbullying, and dating violence); choices that shape your future (prescription drug abuse and misuse, illicit drugs, and alcohol prevention); teen driver safety (distracted driving, seatbelt safety, and driving under the influence); leadership skills – being a peer advocate!

Where: Girl Scout Camp Marydale, St. Francisville, LA Fee: $10 per girl Capacity: Minimum 25/Maximum 40 per session Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When capacity is reached or dates listed.

Staff Support: Lauren Vance at lvance@gsle.org or 225-747-0403.

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Sessions will be split into two groups, grades 7 – 9 and grades 10 – 12 and topics will be age appropriate for each group. Groups will rotate through morning and afternoon sessions. Leadership skills will be a joint session with fun activities at lunch time.

Each session will be 30 minutes depending on level of group participation.

When: Saturday, September 14, 2019 Time: 9 a.m. onsite registration, classes 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Where: Michael J. Kenney Center, 411 W. Coleman Ave., Hammond, LA 70403 Fee: Free; lunch, beverages and snacks will be provided.

Capacity: Minimum 25/Maximum 100 girls Registration Instructions: Register by emailing tangicrimestoppers@gmail.com with your name and troop

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Contact: Jesse Zabal at 504-864-7397 or jrzabal@loyno.edu to register and for more information.

Note: Comfortable attire and tennis shoes are recommended. Girl Scout uniform or T-shirts are encouraged.

number including a list of each Girl Scout’s full name and age/ grade. For more information call Jodie at 985-634-0590. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: September 11, 2019 or when maximum capacity is reached.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes (Girl Scout shirts are encouraged). A confirmation will be sent out via email prior to the event.

Baton Rouge Recreation

NEW Painting Workshop Open to girls, grades 2 – 4 Girl Scout Brownies will paint and create a moody wetland landscape mural using unexpected techniques (no brushes allowed!) and finish with the creation of a 3-dimensional alligator to accompany the mural.

Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation

Beach Sweep

Event Code: PW0101 When: Saturday, September 21, 2019

Open to girls, grades K – 12 Help keep our lake and waterways clean by participating in this annual event. The cleanup will be followed by celebratory picnics held in several areas, including LPBF’s New Canal Lighthouse. Girl Scouts are always a huge contributor to the annual Beach Sweep, so please come participate and help keep our lake clean for everyone to enjoy year-round!

Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: BREC’s Womack Park, 6201 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Fee: $15 per girl, includes supplies and Brownie Painting badge Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 24 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: September 1, 2019 Deadline: September 12, 2019 or when maximum capacity is reached.

Volunteer Coordinator: Jennifer Poulter at JPoulter@brec.org Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes, no open toed shoes, crocks or flip flops. Girl Scout uniforms encouraged, but painting is messy, please bring a smock or extra shirt.

When: Saturday, September 21, 2019 Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: North and south shores of Lake Pontchartrain, with across the city sweeps of street curbs and storm drains.

Registration Instructions: Contact Kimberly Cooke with Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation’s Education Department at 504-836-2238 or kimberly@saveourlake.org.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Loyola Volleyball

Game and Clinic Open to girls, grades K – 12 Join the Loyola Wolf Pack Women’s Volleyball team for a special skills clinic on Saturday and then come watch their match on Wednesday! Be sure to bring your outside voice inside for cheering on the Loyola Wolf Pack Volleyball team! The clinic will concentrate on NAIA’s Champions of Character program and the five core values: Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Sportsmanship, and Servant Leadership.

When: Saturday September 21, 2019 Clinic and Wednesday September 25, 2019 Match Time: Clinic: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Match: 7 p.m. start Where: The Den at Loyola University, 6330 Freret St., New Orleans, LA 70118 Fee: Donations for the Tulane Cancer Center Patient Relief Fund includes admission to the match and clinic. All matches are free to attend, so if this date does not work for you, find one that does and come when convenient for your troop!

Capacity: No Maximum Registration Instructions: Call 504-864-7397 in advance to indicate how many girls will be attending the clinic.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: September 7, 2019

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Believe in G.I.R.L. (B.I.G.) Event

Louisiana SPCA

Open to girls, grades K – 12

Animal Guardian Workshop

Join over 1,000 Girl Scouts as we take to the campus of Louisiana State University to participate in the Girl Scout’s B.I.G. (“Believe In G.I.R.L.”) event. Girl Scouts from across Louisiana will come together to kick off another year of Girl Scouting by visiting over 100 different displays and demonstrations on the multitude of opportunities that exist for girls to explore. The hands-on demonstrations and display will focus on Girl Scout Initiatives such as STEM, Life Skills, Entrepreneurship, the Outdoors, the Arts, and more.

Open to girls, grades 3 – 12

Presentations and displays from the US Coast Guard, Electric Girls, Baton Rouge Zoo, Ochsner Fitness Center, the LSU Museum of Natural Science, the Delgado Community College Automotive Department, the LSU Departments of Construction, Math, Engineering and many more! We will conclude the day with a Council bridging ceremony in which all attendees can participate.

When: Saturdays, September 28, 2019; October 19, 2019; November 2, 2019; December 14, 2019; January 11, 2020; February 8, 2020; March 14, 2020; April 11, 2020; and May 9, 2020.

Be an Animal Guardian and earn your Louisiana SPCA Animal Guardian badge!

Come to the LA/SPCA and learn about an animal shelter’s function in the community and how you can help save more lives. Your troop will get the chance to learn about animal welfare, tour the LA/SPCA facility, and complete an activity to earn their Animal Guardian badge, only offered at the LA/SPCA! Price of the patch is included in the fee.

Time: One-hour workshops are available at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.

Where: The Louisiana SPCA, 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70114 Fee: $8 per Girl Scout ($30 nonrefundable deposit required to reserve your date and time. Any workshop can be rescheduled up to 3 weeks before the scheduled workshop time. There will be a 25% processing fee assessed if rescheduling with less than 3 weeks’ notice.)

Capacity: Minimum 6/Maximum 20 Registration Instructions: A minimum of 7-day advanced registration is required. Deposits are due at the time of registration. If paying by check, the LA/SPCA must receive registration and payment three weeks prior to the workshop.

Sessions fill up fast so please register as soon as possible.

Registration Opens: Now To Register Contact: Chelsea Hebert at 504-762-3307 or Chelsea@ la-spca.org to check availability, register over the phone, or for more information.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Event Code: BIG101 When: Saturday, September 28, 2019 Time: 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Where: Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA Fee: $10 per girl, and adults are free. Free patch to first 2,000 girls who register for the BIG event. Girls who renewed their membership as part of spring renewal have received instructions for discounted pricing ($7).

Capacity: No Minimum/Maximum Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: September 15, 2019 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

New Orleans Opera Association

Night at the Opera Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 Bravo, Bravo, Bravisimo! Many thanks to New Orleans Opera for inviting Girl Scouts to attend their dress rehearsal once again. Be sure to join our Intro to Opera presentation at the BIG Event. At orientation, you will learn proper opera etiquette, opera history, participate in singing activities, and review upcoming operas. A more detailed version of the Intro to Opera will be held in January.

It is highly encouraged that you attend an opera orientation, or have an adult who has attended the orientation provide your troop the orientation before attending performances.

Opera Orientation

When: Saturday September 28th at BIG Event Time: TBD, 30 - 45 minute presentation Where: LSU Campus Fee: Free

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Registration Instructions: You can register for this class along with all other BIG Event special presentations once released to all registered BIG Event participants, so be sure to register for BIG! Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Would you like to host an opera orientation within your Service Unit? Reach out to Rose at roselee12@gmail.com to make arrangements for her to come to your location and deliver this presentation to your girls!

form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: January 22, 2020 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Opera Performance Opera: Charlie Parker’s Yardbird Event Code: OP0403 When: Wednesday, April 1, 2020

Time: 7 p.m.

Where: New Orleans Jazz Market, 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70113 Fee: Free Capacity: Minimum 25/No Maximum. Adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the performances.

Registration Instructions: While there is plenty of room for adults at orientation, adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the actual performances, with a minimum order of 5 student tickets. Please keep this in mind when requesting tickets, ticket requests will only be processed for those orders which adhere to this restriction. Also, please be aware that operas often include suggestive themes and material of adult nature, but all is very moderate and done with a classic taste for performance to a live audience. You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: March 25, 2020 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Opera Performance Opera: Carmen Event Code: OP0401 When: Wednesday, October 2, 2019

Time: 7 p.m.

Where: Mahalia Jackson Theater, 1419 Basin St., New Orleans, LA 70116 Fee: Free Capacity: Minimum 25/No Maximum. Adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the performances.

Registration Instructions: While there is plenty of room for adults at orientation, adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the actual performances, with a minimum order of 5 student tickets. Please keep this in mind when requesting tickets, ticket requests will only be processed for those orders which adhere to this restriction. Also, please be aware that operas often include suggestive themes and material of adult nature, but all is very moderate and done with a classic taste for performance to a live audience. You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: Sept. 18, 2019 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Opera Performance Opera: Magic Flute Event Code: OP0404 When: Wednesday, April 29, 2020

Time: 7 p.m.

Where: Mahalia Jackson Theater, 1419 Basin St., New Orleans, LA 70116 Fee: Free Capacity: Minimum 25/No Maximum. Adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the performances.

Registration Instructions: While there is plenty of room for adults at orientation, adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the actual performances, with a minimum order of 5 student tickets. Please keep this in mind when requesting tickets, ticket requests will only be processed for those orders which adhere to this restriction. Also, please be aware that operas often include suggestive themes and material of adult nature, but all is very moderate and done with a classic taste for performance to a live audience. You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: April 15, 2020 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Opera Performance Opera: Joan of Arc Event Code: OP0402 When: Wednesday, February 5, 2020

Time: 7 p.m.

Where: Mahalia Jackson Theater, 1419 Basin St., New Orleans, LA 70116 Fee: Free Capacity: Minimum 25/No Maximum. Adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the performances.

Registration Instructions: While there is plenty of room for adults at orientation, adult space is limited to two for every 10 girls attending the actual performances, with a minimum order of 5 student tickets. Please keep this in mind when requesting tickets, ticket requests will only be processed for those orders which adhere to this restriction. Also, please be aware that operas often include suggestive themes and material of adult nature, but all is very moderate and done with a classic taste for performance to a live audience. You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration

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Moscow Ballet Meet & Greet

Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity by clicking here or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form and fees. Final confirmations along with event details will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: September 23, 2019 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes (Girl Scout shirts are encouraged). Girls will receive their own aprons and toques to wear and keep! Girls need only bring positive attitudes, open minds, and listening ears to have a fun and productive morning!

Open to girls, grades K – 12 Join a performer of the Moscow Ballet for an evening of costume, music, and dance introduction to one of the most popular ballets in the world. Girls will be shown exercises and dance steps (even for complete beginners).

Event Code: MG0401 When: Monday, September 30, 2019 Time: 6 – 8 p.m.

Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Fee: $5 per girl Capacity: 60 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Open: Now Deadline: October 13, 2019 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes; Girl Scout uniforms encouraged.

Event Code: FS0401 When: Saturday, October 12, 2019 in New Orleans Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Girl Scouts Louisiana East Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fee: $35 per girl. All patches, materials, supplies, and instruction included.

Capacity: 30 girls.

Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form and fees. Final confirmations along with event details will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: September 30, 2019 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes (Girl Scout shirts are encouraged). Girls will receive their own aprons and toques to wear and keep! Girls need only bring positive attitudes, open minds, and listening ears to have a fun and productive morning!

October 2019 New Orleans Opera Association

Night at the Opera Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 Opera Performance Opera: Carmen When: Wednesday, October 2, 2019 (see page 15)

Love, Hug & Groom Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 When: Sunday, October 6, 2019 (see page 12)

NEW Fall into Fondue, S’mores & More…

Small Fry’s Cooking

NEW Brownie Outdoor Fun

Open to girls, grades 3 – 8

Open to girls, grades 2 – 3

Come spend the morning with certified instructors and leave with four, fun patches! We’ll have some Fondue Fun & earn a Fondue Fun patch. Then we’ll whip up a fall favorite…Indoor S’mores… to earn a S’more’s Fun patch. We’ll get a little creative with a fall weaving project to earn a Weaving Fun Patch. Lastly, we will complete a fun pen pal activity to exchange with a new friend at the event and earn a Pen Pal Fun patch. We’ll even snap a fun pic of you and your Pen Pal.

Pack a lunch and meet us for a picnic in Peltier Park! In this outdoor badge sampler workshop you will play outdoor games, use nature to create a work of art, build an edible campfire, and learn about the care and preservation of the plants and animals that call Louisiana home. Don’t forget to bring your S.W.A.P.S.!

Event Code: OF0201 When: Saturday, September 21, 2019 (Deadline to register September 7, 2019) Where: Peltier Park-Pavilion #1, 301 Peltier Park Dr., Thibodaux, LA 70301

Event Code: FS0101 When: Saturday, October 5, 2019 in Baton Rouge Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Fee: $35 per girl. All patches, materials, supplies, and instruction included.

Capacity: 30 girls.

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Fee: $10 /girl Capacity: 15 Minimum /Maximum 75 participants Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

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energy. Nuclear power is a safe, stable, reliable source of lowcost electricity that contributes to America’s independence from foreign energy sources and does not contribute to global warming or greenhouse gas emissions. Nuclear is America’s largest source of carbon-free electricity. Parents are welcome to attend with their Scouts.

When: Saturday October 19, 2019 Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Where: River Bend Station, 5485 U.S. Highway 61, St. Francisville Fee: $5 per Girl Scout, covers “Get to Know Nuclear Patch,” Nuclear Science workbook, and lunch.

Capacity: 75 Girl Scouts Registration Instructions: Information and Registration form will be available on Louisiana Nuclear Society website, http://local.ans.org/la/.

Registration Opens: August 1, 2019 Note: For information, contact LouisianaNuclearSociety@gmail. com or contact Paul Sicard at River Bend, psicard@entergy. com, 225-381-3666.

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Open to girls, grades K – 5 Learn new STEM skills with Mad Science!

Girls will enjoy hands-on experiments that spark imaginative thinking.

Activities include kitchen chemistry, bubbling potions, creating static electricity and making objects float. Come in your best costumes for a chance to win the costume contest. We make science fun! Girl Scout Brownies will earn the Home Scientist badge.

Louisiana SPCA

Animal Guardian Workshop Open to girls, grades 3 – 12 When: Saturday, October 19, 2019. (see page 14)

Event Code: MS0401 When: October 12, 2019 Time: 1 - 3 p.m.

Where: Girl Scouts Louisiana East Headquarters Girl Scouts Louisiana East Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fee: $20 per girl Capacity: minimum 15/maximum 70 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: October 2, 2019 Volunteer Coordinator: Nekisha McGill at info@madsciencesela. com or 504-345-2602 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

National Park Patch Program Open to girls, grades 2 – 8 The National Park Service and Girl Scouts of the USA have partnered to create the Girl Scout Ranger Program. You can participate in the Girl Scout Ranger program through any Girl Scout activity at any national park—with your troop, at an event, or during a camping or travel experience. Girl Scouts can also work collaboratively with NPS employees and take part in educational programs, volunteer and service projects at any NPS site, such as participating in existing educational programs and service projects (Ranger-guided interpretive tours, Junior Ranger programs, Environmental education programs, Web Rangers).

Many national park sites have volunteer programs that can offer Girl Scouts an opportunity to assist in a variety of long-term or short-term service projects to improve and ensure protection of park resources and facilities. Girl Scouts are encouraged to take part in any sustainable organized project, agreed upon by the NPS, as an appropriate service opportunity that protects and preserves park resources.

Get to Know Nuclear at Entergy River Bend Nuclear Power Plant Open to girls, grades 4 – 12

Girl Scouts and their leaders should contact the park Volunteer Coordinator to select and develop these projects and activities. After spending five hours at a park participating in activities, you will get a certificate from the National Park Service. After spending 10 hours, you will be awarded a Girl Scout Ranger patch! The Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Barataria Preserve have designed some great workshops and other opportunities to help our girls get started! More information about the Girl Scout Ranger Program can be found at www.nps.gov/ subjects/youthprograms/girlscoutranger.htm

Get energized and “Get to Know Nuclear”!

See what it’s like to work at a nuclear power plant and visit the Control Room simulator used for training plant operators, an exact duplicate of the real Control Room. Entergy and the Louisiana Nuclear Society will host the biennial “Get to Know Nuclear” workshop for Girl Scouts on Saturday October 19, 2019. The program is held at the River Bend nuclear plant in St. Francisville.

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Event Code: HR0102 When: Sunday, November 24 – Tuesday, November 26, 2019 Check in Sunday at 7 p.m. Check out Tuesday at 3 p.m.

(Deadline to register 11/8/19)

Barataria Preserve Workshops Open to girls, grades 2 – 8 Brownie Bugs Badge Workshop Event Code: BP0401 When: Saturday, October 19, 2019

Event Code: HR0103 When: Friday, February 21 – Sunday, February 23, 2020 Check in Friday at 7 p.m. Check out Sunday at 3 p.m.

(Deadline to register 2/7/20)

Time: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Brownie Bugs Badge Workshop Event Code: BP0402 When: Saturday, October 19, 2019

Event Code: HR0104 When: Friday, March 20 – Sunday, March 22, 2020 Check in Friday at 7 p.m. Check out Sunday at 3 p.m.

(Deadline to register 2/6/20)

Time: 1 – 3 p.m.

Juniors Flowers Badge Workshop Event Code: BP0403 When: Saturday, May 2, 2020

Where: Girl Scout Camp Marydale, St. Francisville, LA Fee: $50 per girl, which includes program supplies, Horseback Riding Badge, and five meals; $20 per adult, which includes five meals.

Capacity: Minimum 18/Maximum 50 girls per session.

Note: This is not just a troop event; girls can also register individually. If a troop does register together, minimum one adult per troop, maximum three adults per troop. Troop Parents will be randomly assigned to one of the rotation groups to supervise for the activities.

Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When maximum capacity is reached, or when deadline listed.

Staff Support: Lauren Vance at lvance@gsle.org or 225-747-0403.

Time: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Juniors Flowers Badge Workshop Event Code: BP0404 When: Saturday, May 2, 2020 Time: 1 – 3 p.m.

Where: Barataria Preserve, Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, 6588 Barataria Blvd., Marrero, LA 70072 Fee: $3 per girl; covers registration and Badges Capacity: Maximum 45 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When maximum capacity is met or two weeks prior to each event.

Volunteer Coordinator: Kali Bunn at kali_bunn@nps.gov Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Badges will be provided at the completion of each workshop. Girls should dress in comfortable clothes. Girl Scout shirts are encouraged.

NOLA_CODE NEW Coding Workshop Open to girls, ages 7 – 10 Learn how to speak the language of computers!

Using online resources that enable them to continue learning outside of the workshop, attendees will dive into the exciting world of computer coding. Students will use a blockbased application designed to make it simple for anyone to learn computer programming.

Attendees will leave the workshop having created their own individual projects such as a game, video or calculator application. Badge focus: Girl Scout Brownie Computer Expert; Girl Scout Junior Drawing.

Horseback Riding Junior Badge Workshop Open to girls, grades 4 – 5 Riding a horse is one of the most exciting things you can do, but ask any good horseback rider her secret to success and she’ll say that understanding a horse is as important as learning to ride one.

During the fabulous weekend, members of our Wrangler/Spur program will teach you the basics of riding and caring for a horse.

You will also learn horse safety. Girl Scout Juniors that complete all activities and skills from the event will earn the Horseback Riding badge!

When: Saturday, October 26, 2019 Where: Location will be announced 2 weeks in advance of the event

When: Saturday, January 25, 2020

Event Code: HR0101 When: Friday, October 25 – Sunday, October 27, 2019. Check in Friday at 7 p.m.

Check out Sunday at 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 10/11/19)

Where: Location will be announced 2 weeks in advance of the event

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Time: 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Fee: $10 per girl, includes badge and supplies NOLA_CODE believes cost should never be a barrier to accessing coding education.

Thanks to our community partners and CapitalOne, scholarships are available. Please contact info@nolacode.org for more information Capacity: Minimum 6/Maximum 20 Registration Instructions: Email info@nolacode.org for a registration form.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: One week before the workshop or when maximum capacity is reached. If the minimum is not met, the event will be canceled.

Volunteer Coordinator: Élan Jones at info@nolacode.org Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes, no open-toed shoes, crocks or flip flops. Girl Scout uniforms encouraged.

should dress in comfortable clothes (Girl Scout shirts are encouraged) geared for walking, no open toed shoes, sandals or crocks. Dress for an outdoor environment. Bring your water bottle and any needed bug repellant or sun screen.

Family Camping Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families Here is a special opportunity for all Girl Scouts in our council and their families! You and your family (males included) are invited to get away from your routine to explore our beautiful campgrounds at Camp Whispering Pines and/or Camp Marydale. You will share a wonderful family experience, meet other Girl Scout families, and make new friends! You may canoe, hike, participate in family team-building activities, and cook out for Saturday dinner! *Please register by family, not troop.*

Event Code: FC0101 When: Saturday, November 2 – Sunday, November 3, 2019 (Deadline to register 10/25/19) Where: Girl Scout Camp Marydale, St. Francisville, LA

November 2019

Event Code: FC0301 When: Saturday, February 22, 2020 - Sunday, February 23, 2020 (Deadline to register 2/7/20) Where: Girl Scout Camp Whispering Pines, Independence, LA

NEW Daisy Adventure at McFadden Cabin City Park Trail

Time: Check in Saturday 10 a.m. Check out Sunday 10 a.m.

Fee: $20 per person which includes Saturday lunch and Sunday breakfast, facilitators for programs; family will provide their own food for Saturday dinner to cookout.

Capacity: Minimum 20/Maximum 100 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed. *Please register by family, not troop.* Registration Opens: Now Staff Support: Lauren Vance: Lvance@gsle.org or 225-747-0403.

Open to girls, grades K – 1 Daisy Girl Scouts and a parent or adult guardian will be able to explore City Park, complete the McFadden Cabin City Park Trail patch program, AND earn parts of the Eco Learner and NEW Daisy Trail Adventure badges.

When: Saturday, November 2, 2019 Event Code: DA0401 - Session 1 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Event Code: DA0402 - Session 2 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Event Code: DA0403 - Session 3 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Capacity: Minimum 24/Maximum 48 Registration Opens: Now Deadline: October 18, 2019

When: Saturday, February 1, 2020 Event Code: DA0404 - Session 1 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Event Code: DA0405 - Session 2 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Event Code: DA0406 - Session 3 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

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Animal Guardian Workshop

Capacity: Minimum 24/Maximum 48 Registration Opens: Now Deadline: January 24, 2020

Open to girls, grades 3 – 12 When: Saturday, November 2, 2019. (see page 14)

Where: McFadden Cabin, City Park, New Orleans Fee: $5 per girl Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www. gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Staff Support: Rebecca Wagner at rwagner@gsle.org or 985-502-5765.

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Girl Scout Day

Fee: $5 per girl (check only) and lunch is included. Fees are due after troop is accepted.

Capacity: Maximum 50 Registration Instructions: Registration Forms will be accepted by email to EducationOutreach@ochsner.org. The registration form can be found at www.gsle.org/science-in-action Registration Opens: September 9, 2019 Deadline: October 11, 2019 or when capacity is met.

Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes (Girl Scout shirts are encouraged). No registration forms will be accepted before or after the open and closing times. Registration fee will not be due until the troop has been accepted to the event.

Phone calls and registration packets will be sent to all troops that are accepted to the event. Troops will also be notified if they are not accepted to the event. The Home Scientist badge will be presented at the end of the program!

Contact: Stephanie Messina at Stephanie.Messina@ochsner.org or 504-842-1286.

at BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo Open to girls, grades K – 12 Join us at the Baton Rouge Zoo for a day of Girl Scout only activities designed to complete requirements from the Animal Habitats Junior badge! The event and activities are open for girls of all ages, but only Girl Scout Juniors attending will receive a badge, although some activities might relate to other age level badge requirements.

Event Code: BZ0101 When: Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019 Time: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Where: BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo, 3601 Thomas Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70807 Fee: $6.75 per registered Girl Scout. Price includes zoo admission and badge programing as well as an Animal Habitats badge for all attending Girl Scout Juniors. Fee is $7.75 for all adults/ teens and any non-Girl Scouts. Friends and family members are encouraged to attend, but activities are intended only for Girl Scouts.

Capacity: Minimum 50 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed and will provide details on what to bring.

Event will be canceled if minimum capacity is not met.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: October 20, 2019 or when maximum capacity is reached.

Volunteer Coordinator: Darcy Tatsch at DTatsch@brzoo.org Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Mad Science’s “Be Your Own Detective” Experience Open to girls, grades K – 5 Learn new STEM skills with Mad Science! Girls will enjoy hands-on experiments that spark imaginative thinking as they try out detective science. Activities include communicating in code, practicing the power of observation, analyzing fingerprint evidence and following the clues to solve a real mystery. Mad Science makes science fun!

Junior Girl Scouts will earn the Detective badge.

Event Code: MS0402 When: November 9, 2019 Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fee: $20 per girl Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 70 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline September 28, 2019 Volunteer Coordinator: Nekisha McGill at info@madsciencesela. com or 504-345-2602 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Love, Hug & Groom Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 Event Code:LH0103 When: Sunday, November 3, 2019, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 10/25/19) (see page 12)

Ochsner Science Saturday Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 The Ochsner Brownie Science Day is open to Brownie Girl Scout Troops who are interested in earning their Home Scientist badge.

Throughout the event, girls will participate in numerous hands-on science experiments led by Ochsner Staff to teach real world applications of age appropriate STEM theories and principles.

Woodlands Conservancy

When: Saturday, November 9, 2019

Animal Habitats Badge Workshop

Time: Day of Check-In Starts at 9 a.m., Event is 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Where: Ochsner Medical Center — Main Campus (Brent House), 1514 Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, LA 70121

Come earn your Animal Habitats badge while exploring the Woodlands Trail forest!

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Louisiana animals and learn how they are adapted to their forested wetland habitat. As you hike, help clean up the habitat for the critters by picking up litter along the trail. Find out about the endangered wildlife of the Gulf Coast, and even construct your own animal home using natural materials.

Orientation & Training Weekend Open to girls, age 14 and older (Wranglers), and girls, age 12 – 13 (Spurs) When: Friday, November 22 - Sunday, November 24, 2019 (Deadline to register 11/8/2019)(see page 11)

When: Saturday, November 9, 2019 (Deadline to register 10/25/19) When: Saturday, April 11, 2020 (Deadline to register 3/22/20)

Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation

NEW Splash! Engineering Water Solutions and Overnight Campout by the Lake*

Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: Woodlands Trail, 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA 70037 Fee: $10 per girl Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 60 Registration Instructions: Email info@woodlandsconservancy. org or call 504-433-4000 to register.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When capacity is reached, or deadline date.

Note: Girls should wear closed toe shoes and dress appropriately for outdoor seasonal conditions.

Open to girls, grades K – 12 (*Campout is open to girls 4th grade and up. Older Girl Scouts can opt to volunteer as mentors for this activity) Come spend a day exploring how we can re-imagine our life with water! Our daytime Girl Scout visitors will design, build, and test ways to live with water. Our overnight campers will visit a restored urban marsh, explore ways to move and use urban water, and design a water-friendly New Orleans of the future!

Highest Awards Orientation

When: Saturday, November 16, 2019

Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their leader or guardian

Daytime Event:

Join us for open discussion focused on Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards. This informal presentation, open for any leader or Girl Scout wanting knowledge of Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards, will cover what is expected concerning projects, with as much Q&A as needed. (see page 49)

Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. All ages, hands-on water engineering activities Where: New Canal Lighthouse, 8001 Lakeshore Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124 Fee: $5 per girl Capacity: No maximum Registration Instructions: Contact Kimberly Cooke with Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation’s Education Department at 504836-2238 or kimberly@saveourlake.org.

Note: Girls must be accompanied by scout leaders or an adult chaperone.

Event Code: HA0401 When: Saturday, November 16, 2019 (Deadline to register 11/6/2019) Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Overnight Campout Event: Time: 3 p.m. Saturday, November 16 to 9 a.m. Sunday, November 17

4th Grade and up, hands-on water engineering activities and overnight camping by the lake Where: New Canal Lighthouse, 8001 Lakeshore Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124 Fee: $25 per girl Capacity: 30 girls and 10 adults Registration Instructions: Contact Kimberly Cooke with Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation’s Education Department at 504836-2238 or kimberly@saveourlake.org.

Note: Girls must be accompanied by leaders or an adult chaperone.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext.

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Event Code: HA0101 When: Saturday, January 11, 2020 (Deadline to register 1/6/2020) Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Time: 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (if registering as a troop, include the troop roster) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When maximum capacity is reached, or deadline date listed.

Staff Contact: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

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Event Code: AR0302 When: Saturday, April 18, 2020 (Deadline to register 4/3/20)

Nature’s Notebook at Jean Lafitte National Park Open to girls, grades 4 – 5

Time: 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Where: Girl Scout Camp Covington, Covington, LA Fee: $5 per participant (bring a sack lunch and drink), which includes Archery badge and supplies.

Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 40 per session Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: When maximum capacity is reached or deadline date.

Volunteer Coordinator: Linda LeRay at lindableray@gmail.com or 985-449-9814.

Staff Support: Lauren Vance at lvance@gsle.org or 225-927-8946, ext. 1253.

The Jean Lafitte National Park presents the Nature’s Notebook Citizen Science program, specifically tailored to the Girl Scout Junior Detective badge. Join them for a day of plant observation with a guided life-cycle observation walk as you record data about the plants you observe.

Other activities from the badge will also be provided.

Event Code: NN0401 When: Saturday, November 16, 2019 Time: 1 – 4 p.m.

Where: Barataria Preserve, 6588 Barataria Blvd, Marrero, LA 70072 Fee: $3 per girl; covers registration and Detective badge Capacity: Minimum 30/Maximum 80 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: November 4, 2019 Volunteer Coordinator: Kali Bunn at kali_bunn@nps.gov Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Badges will be provided at the completion of each workshop.

Girls should dress in comfortable clothes (Girl Scout shirts are encouraged) geared for walking, no open toed shoes, sandals or crocks. Dress for an outdoor environment. Bring your water bottle and any needed bug repellant or sun screen.

Love, Hug & Groom Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 LH0104–Sunday, December 24, 2019, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 11/15/19) (see page 12)

December 2019

Horseback Riding Junior Badge Workshop

Mad Science’s Science of Toys

Open to girls, grades 4 – 5 When: Sunday, November 24 – Tuesday, November 26, 2019 Check in Sunday at 7 p.m. Check out Tuesday at 3 p.m.

(Deadline to register 11/8/19) (see page 18)

Happy Holidays! Girls will test, play and ponder over what makes toys work. Mad Science will spark the beginning of their science and engineering imagination by investigating familiar and novel toys, discovering how motors make toys move and play, learning about potential and kinetic energy, and experimenting with magnetic toys. Learn the science of toys just in time for the holiday season. Mad Science makes science fun!

Open to girls, grades K – 5

Archery Challenge Badge Workshop

Event Code: MS0403 When: December 7, 2019

Open to girls, grades 6 – 8 Picture this: you nock (place) an arrow onto a bow, hook your fingers around the string, draw it back, eye your target, and release! Bulls-eye! Archery is an exciting sport that takes strength, focus, good form, and practice. Get ready to challenge yourself as you build your archery skills and learn how to shoot on our Archery obstacle range.

Time: 10 a.m. 12 p.m.

Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fee: $20 per girl Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 70 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: December 2, 2019 Volunteer Coordinator: Nekisha McGill at info@madsciencesela. com or 504-345-2602

By the end of the day Girl Scout Cadettes will complete the requirements for the Archery badge!

Event Code: AR0301 When: Saturday, November 9, 2019 (Deadline to register 10/25/19)

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Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Staff Support: Rebecca Wagner: rwagner@gsle.org or 985-502-5765.

Potential Energy Kinetic Energy

Louisiana SPCA

Animal Guardian Workshop Open to girls, grades 3 – 12 When: Saturday, December 14, 2019. (see page 14)

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Event Code: MS0101 When: January 18, 2020

NEW Woman’s Hospital Body Basics for Girls

Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Where: GSLE Council Regional Office, Baton Rouge Fee: $15 per girl Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 70 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline January 6, 2020 Volunteer Coordinator: Nekisha McGill at info@madsciencesela. com or 504-345-2602 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Open to girls, ages 9 – 12 Learning how their bodies grow, what changes to expect during puberty, and how to take care of themselves are valuable lessons for preteens. Body Basics offers those lessons in classes for girls ages 9-12. The class includes informal, open discussions, a film presentation, and take-home materials. Each class also includes a brief and simple introduction to the opposite sex. It is required that a parent or trusted adult accompany each preteen. By taking the class together, you and your preteen can continue these important discussions at home.

Event Code: BB0101 When: Saturday, December 14, 2019 Time: 9:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: 100 Woman’s Way, Baton Rouge, LA 70817 Fee: $17 per girl, covers presenter fee and take-home materials.

(Adults free) Capacity: Minimum 15, Maximum 30 girls Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: December 1, 2019 or when maximum capacity is reached.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes, Girl Scout uniform encouraged, no open toed shoes, crocks or flip flops.

NEW Brownie Adventure Weekend Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 On Belay! Spend an exciting day climbing and hiking in this innovative badge workshop! Create an outdoor masterpiece, build an edible campfire, test your skills on the rock wall, and learn some new climbing knots. Then we will hit the trails of our majestic Longleaf Pine Forest as we learn about all the ecofriendly conservation efforts at Camp Whispering Pines. (Badges: NEW Brownie Trail Adventure, NEW Brownie Climbing Adventure, Brownie Eco Friend)

Event Code: BA0301 When: Saturday December 7, 2019 (Deadline to register 11/22/19) Where: Camp Whispering Pines, 56535 LA 1054, Independence, LA 70443

Event Code: BA0302 When: Saturday, April 4, 2020 (Deadline to register 03/20/20) Where: Camp Whispering Pines, 56535 LA 1054, Independence, LA 70443

Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Fee: $20 Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 80

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Small Fry’s Cooking

NEW Holiday Express!

Open to girls, ages 5 – 15

January 2020

AD See page 59

Come spend the day with certified instructors and leave with four, fun patches! We’ll start the morning by prepping a delicious holiday breakfast to earn a Cooking Fun patch. Then, we’ll create a holiday craft to earn a Holiday Crafting patch. Once that’s done, we’ll decorate some holiday cookies to earn a Cookie Decorating patch. All the while, we’ll be singing Christmas carols to earn our Caroling Fun patch. Before leaving, we’ll snap shots with the Gingerbread Man & other holiday themed props.

Louisiana SPCA

Animal Guardian Workshop Open to girls, grades 3 – 12 When: Saturday, January 11, 2020 (see page 14)

Mad Science

Event Code: HE0101 Girls, ages 5-9 When: Saturday, December 14, 2019 (Deadline to register 12/1/19) – Baton Rouge

Science of Toys Open to girls, grades K – 5 When: Saturday, January 18, 2020 (see page 22)

Time: 9 – 11 a.m.

Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Event Code: HE0102 Girls, ages 10-15 When: Saturday, December 14, 2019 (Deadline to register 12/1/19) – Baton Rouge

Highest Awards Orientation Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their leader or guardian When: Saturday, January 11, 2020 (Deadline to register 1/6/2020) (see page 21)

Time: 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Event Code: HE0401 Girls, ages 5-9 When: Saturday, December 21, 2019 (Deadline to register 12/8/19) – New Orleans

National World War II Museum

Girl Scout Day 2020 Open to girls, grades 2 – 12 The National World War II Museum invites Girl Scouts to a special day designed for them to tour the Museum’s exhibits, explore the history and lessons of D-Day, and participate in special presentations and creative activities just for Girl Scouts.

Time: 9 – 11 a.m.

Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121

When: Saturday, January 18, 2020

Event Code: HE0402 Girls, ages 10-15 When: Saturday, December 21, 2019 (Deadline to register 12/8/19) – New Orleans

Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Where: National WWII Museum Campus, 945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 Fee: Free for Girl Scouts in uniform, $10 for adults with a Girl Scout, and $5 for non-Girl Scout children.

Registration Instructions: Visit www.nationalww2museum. org/ to register. Link will be available by mid-October.

Contact: Email Baylie Albus at baylie.albus@ nationalww2museum.org for more information.

Time: 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fee: $30 per girl. All patches, materials, supplies, and instruction included.

Capacity: 20 girls.

Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity by clicking here or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form and fees. Final confirmations along with event details will be emailed after registration is closed.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes (Girl Scout shirts are encouraged). Girls will receive their own aprons and toques to wear and keep! Girls need only bring positive attitudes, open minds, and listening ears to have a fun and productive morning!

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Note: National WWII Museum patches are available for purchase in the Museum store. The museum is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Girl Scout pricing is available all day.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Girls Do Chemistry Open to girls, grades 2 – 5 The Chlorine chapter of Iota Sigma Pi (an honor and professional society for women chemists) is once again hosting a fun day of chemistry activities for brownies and juniors. Girl scouts will get an opportunity to perform chemistry experiments in a real lab on a college campus with a diverse group of professional women and minority chemists. This event will encourage girls to get excited about chemistry, network and explore possible career options by seeing what chemists do.

February 2020

Brownie Session Event Code: GC0101 When: Saturday, January 18, 2020

NEW Daisy Adventure

Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

at McFadden Cabin City Park Trail Open to girls, grades K – 1 When: Saturday, February 1, 2020 (see page 19)

Junior Session Event Code: GC0102 When: Saturday, January 18, 2020 Time: 1 – 3 p.m.

Where: Choppin Hall, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803 Fee: $5 per girl Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 60 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: January 3, 2020 or when maximum capacity is reached.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes, no open toed shoes, sandals or crocks. Girl Scout uniforms encouraged. At least one adult from each troop will need to remain on site for the event.

New Orleans Opera Association

Night at the Opera Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 Opera Performance Opera: Joan of Arc When: Wednesday, February 5, 2020 (see page 15)

Louisiana SPCA

Animal Guardian Workshop Open to girls, grades 3 – 12 When: Saturday, February 8, 2020 (see page 14)

LOOP NOLA

Wetlands Ecology & Exploration Open to girls, grades 3 – 5 When: Saturday, January 25, 2020 (see page 11)

NOLA_CODE

NEW Coding Workshop Open to girls, ages 7 – 10 When: Saturday, January 25, 2020 (see page 18)

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Small Fry’s Cooking

Fee: $30 per girl. All patches, materials, supplies, and instruction included.

Capacity: 20 girls.

Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: October 3, 2019 or when maximum capacity is reached.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes (Girl Scout shirts are encouraged). Girls will receive their own aprons and toques to wear and keep! Girls need only bring positive attitudes, open minds, and listening ears to have a fun and productive morning!

A Taste of Louisiana!

Open to girls, ages 5 – 15 Come spend the morning with certified instructors for some Mardi Gras themed fun, and leave with four, fun patches including a Mardi Gras Fun patch! First, we’ll learn the history of Mardi Gras in Louisiana. Then, we’ll learn about the bagel making process before creating a Bageletta (twist on the traditional Muffaletta) to earn a Bagel Fun patch. Afterwards, we’ll create Mardi Gras masks using Duct Tape to earn our Duct Tape Fun patch. Finally, we’ll dance the calories away doing the Second Line to earn a Dance Fun patch.

Before leaving, we’ll have an opportunity to snap a few shots with our Duct Tape masks and other Mardi Gras props while enjoying a traditional Mardi Gras treat.

Event Code: AT0101 Girls, ages 5-9 When: Saturday, February 8, 2020 (Deadline to register 1/27/20) – Baton Rouge Time: 9 – 11 a.m.

Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

FOOD+SCIENCE=FUN Open to girls, grades 6 – 8

Event Code: AT0102 Girls, ages 10-15 When: Saturday, February 8, 2020 (Deadline to register 1/27/20) – Baton Rouge

Led by the Professor of Food Science and students at the University of Holy Cross, Girl Scouts will participate in a variety of handson food science experiments. They will learn about food safety testing & food processing such as cheese making, and basic canning. Food chemistry will provide a basic understanding of how food products are tested through experimentation.

Time: 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Event Code: AT0401 Girls, ages 5-9 When: Saturday, February 15, 2020 (Deadline to register 2/3/20) – New Orleans

Event Code: FF0401 When: Saturday, February 8, 2020 (Deadline to register 1/20/20)

Time: 9 – 11 a.m.

Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121

Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Where: The University of Holy Cross, 4123 Woodland Drive, New Orleans LA, 70131 Fee: $15 per girl Capacity: Minimum 12/Maximum 30 girls Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed and will provide event details including what to bring. Event will be cancelled if minimum is not reached.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: January 20, 2020 or when maximum capacity is reached.

Volunteer Coordinator: Darryl Holliday at dholliday@uhcno.edu Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243 for more information.

Note: Dress comfortable for a learning environment, closed toed shoes and long pants are required. Girl Scout uniforms are encouraged.

Event Code: AT0402 Girls, ages 10-15 When: Saturday, February 15, 2020 (Deadline to register 2/3/20) – New Orleans Time: 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121

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Mad Science’s Slime Time!

NEW Junior Eco Learner & Trail Adventure Badge Workshop

Open to girls, grade K – 5 The Mad Science slime recipe is revealed in this ooey gooey chemistry class! Students will learn about Polymer science and its basic ingredients in a series of hands-on activities. Polymer paper clips and crosslinking magnetic marbles will help to examine the key components of slime. Varied concoctions of slime will stir up in scientific style.

Open to girls, grade 4 – 5 Adventure awaits during this fun-filled day and night at the beautiful Camp Marydale! Come spend the day hiking the trails, searching for clues in a camp-wide scavenger hunt, and helping complete a service project. Then wind down by perfecting your campfire building skills and learning all about the Leave No Trace philosophy.

Event Code: JE0101 When: Saturday, February 8 – Sunday, February 9, 2020

Event Code: MS0404 When: February 8, 2020 Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fee: $20 per girl Capacity: Minimum 60 maximum Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: January 31, 2020 Volunteer Coordinator: Nekisha McGill at info@madsciencesela. com or 504-345-2602 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243 for more information.

Where: Camp Marydale, 10317 Marydale Rd. St. Francisville Time: Saturday 10 a.m. – Sunday 10 a.m.

Fee: $30 Capacity: Minimum 24/Maximum 150 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Staff Support: Rebecca Wagner at rwagner@gsle.org or 985-5025765.

Note: Saturday lunch and dinner and Sunday breakfast provided.

Please contact staff support about any dietary restrictions or allergies.

Event Code: MS0102 When: March 14, 2020

Wrangler/Spur Program

Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: Girl Scouts of Louisiana East Regional Office Fee: $15 per girl Capacity: 60 maximum Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: March 2, 2020 Volunteer Coordinator: Nekisha McGill at info@madsciencesela. com or 504-345-2602 Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243 for more information.

Orientation and Training Weekend Open to girls, age 14 and older (Wranglers), and girls, age 12 – 13 (Spurs).

When: Friday, February 14 - Sunday, February 16, 2020 (Deadline to register 1/31/20) (see page 11)

Love, Hug & Groom Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 When: Sunday, February 16, 2020, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 2/7/20) (see page 12)

Family Camping Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families When: Saturday, February 22, 2020 - Sunday, February 23, 2020 Deadline to register 2/7/20) (see page 19)

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Horseback Riding Junior Badge Workshop Open to girls, grades 4 – 5 When: Friday, February 21 – Sunday, February 23, 2020 Check in Friday at 7 p.m. Check out Sunday at 3 p.m.

(Deadline to register 2/7/20)(see page 18)

March 2020 Love, Hug & Groom Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 When: Sunday, March 8, 2020, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 2/28/20) (see page 12)

Louisiana SPCA

NEW New Orleans City Park Overnight

Animal Guardian Workshop

Open to girls, grades 4 – 8

Open to girls, grades 3 – 12 When: Saturday, March 14, 2020. (see page 14)

Junior & Cadette Girl Scouts will Camp Out at City Park’s Couturie Forest! Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sleep in a tent in City Park? Curious about what critters come out at night in Couturie Forest? Craving s’mores but have nowhere to roast them?!

If so, then join us for an exclusive night of Girl Scout camping, al fresco dining, evening hiking, campfire treats, stories, songs, and more! Get a solid start for completing your Outdoor Journey as girls will focus on earning their age appropriate badge requirements (Badges not included).

Open House at Camp Covington Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families When: Sunday, March 15, 2020 (see page 54)

Packing List MANDATORY: • Tent (if your girl/troop does not have enough tents, one will be provided, please make arrangements prior to the event).

• Sleeping gear (blanket, sleeping bag, pillow, etc.)

• Headlamp or flashlight • Mess kit & reusable water bottle • Toiletries • Camping or folding chair or sit-upon • Hiking/camping/outdoor attire • Footwear (no open-toed shoes, crocks or sandals)

Horseback Riding Junior Badge Workshop Open to girls, grades 4 – 5 When: Friday, March 20 – Sunday, March 22, 2020 Check in Friday at 7 p.m. Check out Sunday at 3 p.m.

(Deadline to register 2/6/20) (see page 18)

Open House at Camp Whispering Pines

OPTIONAL:

Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families When: Sunday, March 22, 2020 (see page 54)

• Tarp for under tent (the ground will most likely be wet!)

• Bug spray • Books, playing cards, other quiet activities for tent time

Event Code: CP0401 When: Friday, March 27 - Saturday, March 28, 2020 Time: Registration and site set-up begins at 3:30 p.m. Friday March 27, 2020. Camp break down will be complete by 10 a.m.

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Where: New Orleans City Park Fee: $35 per person. Registration fee includes Friday dinner (hamburgers & hotdogs), s’mores, and a light breakfast Saturday morning, as well as all activities at the Camp Out. Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 100 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity on ebiz.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: March 15, 2020 or when maximum capacity is reached.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Special Note: Male campers will need to provide their own separate tent and will have a separate designated sleeping location. This is a no alcohol event. Smoking is not allowed in campground area.

April 2020

The Green Project

Woodworker Badge Workshop Open to girls, grades 6 – 12

New Orleans Opera Association

Complete all requirements for the Cadette Woodworker badge as you observe nature, use reclaimed materials, and become comfortable with tools. For the final building project, girls make take-home bat houses using reclaimed pallet lumber that would otherwise probably just get tossed, and recycled paint (of course)! The activities are based on the Cadette Woodworker badge, but any girl age 11+ are welcome to attend!

Night at the Opera Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 Opera Performance Opera: Charlie Parker’s Yardbird When: Wednesday, April 1, 2020 (see page 15)

Event Code: WB0101 When: Saturday, March 28, 2020

NEW Brownie Adventure Weekend Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 When: April 4, 2020 (see page 23)

Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Where: 2831 Marais St, New Orleans, LA 70117 Fee: $17 per girl, includes Cadette Woodworker badge.

Capacity: Maximum 15 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www. gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: March 16, 2020 or when maximum capacity is reached.

Volunteer Coordinator: Erin Genrich at egenrich@ thegreenproject.org Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes, no open toed shoes, crocks or flip flops.

Earn Fun Patches all year round!

Open House at Camp Marydale Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families When: Sunday, March 29, 2020 (see page 54)

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NEW It’s a Spring Fiesta Thing!

Louisiana SPCA

Small Fry’s Cooking

Animal Guardian Workshop

Open to girls, grades 3 – 8

Open to girls, grades 3 – 12 When: Saturday, April 11, 2020 (see page 14)

Join certified instructors for a Spring Fiesta and leave with five fun patches including a Fiesta Fun patch! We’ll start the morning with a healthy, Southwest inspired breakfast to earn a Healthy Cooking patch. Then, we’ll create a tasty Fiesta-inspired, rainbow snack to earn a Rainbow Fun patch. Next, we’ll learn a Fiesta inspired dance workout to earn a Dance Fitness Fun patch. Lastly, we’ll decorate wooden bird houses with Fiesta themes for our feathered friends to earn a Wood Crafts Fun patch. Throughout the event, we’ll play Fiesta inspired games such as Limbo Limbo and Macho Nacho (for prizes) and take pictures with Fiesta themed props.

Open House at Camp Covington Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families When: Sunday, April 12, 2020 (see page 54)

Event Code: SF0101 When: Saturday, April 4, 2020 (Deadline to register 3/23/20)

NEW Brownie Outdoor Fun Open to girls, grade 2 – 3 When: Saturday, April 18, 2020 (see page 16)

Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Event Code: SF0401 When: Saturday, April 11, 2020 (Deadline to register 3/30/20)

Thin Mint Sprint 5K

Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121

and 1–mile Daisy Dash fun run Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families While Girl Scouts may love our cookies, we also encourage healthy living! We invite our families and the public to join us for the seventh annual Girl Scouts Louisiana East Thin Mint Sprint 5K and 1 Mile Daisy Dash fun run, being held on the Northshore!

Fee: $35 per girl. All patches, materials, supplies, and instruction included.

Capacity: 30 girls.

Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes (Girl Scout shirts are encouraged). Girls will receive their own aprons and toques to wear and keep! Girls need only bring positive attitudes, open minds, and listening ears to have a fun and productive morning!

The races are open to the public and are held to encourage Girl Scouts and their families to lead more active lives, make smarter food choices, and build self-confidence. The non-competitive run is for runners and walkers of all ages, with the one-mile Daisy Dash a perfect opportunity for those who might not be ready for the 5K.

THiN MiNT

Thin Mint Sprint 5K Event Code: TM0301

Daisy Dash 1-Mile Fun Run Event Code: DD0301

SPRiNT 5K

When: Saturday, April 18, 2020 Approximate Race Start Time: 9:10 a.m. Packet pickup and “day of race” registration is from 8 to 9 a.m.

Where: Tammany Trace Trailhead/Koop Drive/Caboose Kids Konnection Playground (I-12 & Hwy 59), Mandeville, LA Fee: See below for fee discounts, patch and T-shirt information.

Registration Instructions: Registration forms are on page 55 and 56, or can be downloaded at www.gsle. org/thinmintsprint Registration Opens: Now Deadline: March 25, 2020 for discounted fees.

Registrations will also be taken the day of the race.

Love, Hug & Groom Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 When: Sunday, April 5, 2020, 1 – 3 p.m. (Deadline to register 3/27/20) (see page 12)

Woodlands Conservancy

Animal Habitats Badge Workshop Open to girls, grades 4 – 5 When: Saturday, April 11, 2020 (Deadline to register 3/22/20) (see page 20)

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Girl Scout Day at LSU Ag Center Botanic Gardens Open to girls, grades K – 5 Come celebrate mother Earth among the beautiful gardens and wetlands at the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens. The day will entail a hike through the forest, sessions on how to grow vegetable gardens, plant a butterfly/pollinator garden, and hayride. Activities will be designed to meet (but not complete) several different badge and petal requirements.

Event Code: AG0101 When: Saturday, April 25, 2020 Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Where: LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens, 4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809 Fee: $8 per person attending (girl and adult) covers entrance fee and registration.

Capacity: Minimum 30/Maximum 100 Registration Instructions: You may register online for this activity at www.gsle.org/ebiz or complete and return the GSLE Program Event Registration form, (located in the back of this guide) and fees. Final confirmations will be emailed after registration is closed.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: April 9, 2020 or when maximum capacity is reached.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Girls and adults should wear closed toe shoes and dress in comfortable clothing that they do not mind getting a little dirty. Bring a brown bag lunch and water bottle along with any needed sun block or bug repellant.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Daisy Dash 1-Mile Fun Run Entry Fee Register by March 25, 2020 – $15 per person (Includes shirt & patch for girls) Register between March 26 - April 8, 2020 – $20 per person (Includes shirt & patch for girls) Register day of race – $20 per person (no guarantee of shirt or patch availability)

Thin Mint Sprint 5K Entry Fee Register by March 25, 2020 – $15 per person (Includes shirt & patch for girls) Register between March 26 - April 8, 2020 – $20 per person (Includes shirt & patch for girls) Register day of race – $20 per person (no guarantee of shirt or patch availability) Girl Scout Perks: Current Girl Scouts will receive a patch if they register for either race by April 8, 2020.

T-Shirts: T-shirts will be guaranteed to racers registered by April 8, 2020. No registrations will be accepted after April 8 until day of the race. Racers registering day of the race will receive a shirt while supplies last, and girls will receive a patch, while supplies last.

Open House at Camp Marydale Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families When: Sunday, April 26, 2020 (see page 54)

Archery Challenge Badge Workshop Open to girls, grades 6 – 8 When: Sunday, April 18, 2020 (Deadline to register 4/3/20) (see page 22)

Open House at Camp Whispering Pines Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families When: Sunday, April 19, 2020 (see page 54)

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New Orleans Opera Association

Robotics Series

Night at the Opera Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 Opera Performance Opera: Magic Flute When: Wednesday, April 29, 2020 (see page 15)

May 2020 National Park Patch Program Open to girls, grade 4 – 5

FIRST LEGO®

Juniors Flowers Badge Workshop When: Saturday, May 2, 2020 (see page 17)

Girl Scout Team(s) Open to girls, ages 9 – 14 This series introduces girls to real-world engineering challenges by building LEGO-based robots to complete tasks on a specially created playing surface. Applications are currently being accepted for girls interested in joining the 2018 Girl Scout FIRST LEGO® League (FLL) teams. FLL teams, guided by their imaginations and adult coaches, discover exciting career possibilities and, through the process, learn to make positive contributions to society.

Louisiana SPCA

Animal Guardian Workshop Open to girls, grades 3 – 12 When: Saturday, May 9, 2020 (see page 14)

Girl Scouts Louisiana East is currently supporting teams from the areas of Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Luling, Destrehan, Slidell, Gonzales, Mandeville, Houma and Chauvin. Each team consists of approximately 10 girls. A strong commitment is necessary for participation in this program which requires the team set specific meetings that are attended by each member to prepare the robot for the competition date in November. Teams meet periodically through the summer and early fall, and then begin to meet at least once, possibly twice a week beginning in September through the competitions in November and December.

HOW DOES SHE FIND THE POWER OF G.I.R.L. IN HER? Girl Scouts teaches girls to empower themselves by engaging in collaborative, hands-on, girl-led experiences.

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Connect with girls around the world

When: Regional qualifying tournaments will be held in November and the Louisiana Regional Championship Tournament will be held in December.

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Where: Tournament competition locations - TBA. Application Instructions: To apply, fill out the special application form found on the council website (send no money at this time) and fax, email, or mail to: Girl Scouts Louisiana East, Attn: Kevin Shipp, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fax: 504-733-8219 Email: kshipp@gsle. org.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Only 10 girls will be accepted to each team on a first come, first served basis. For more information about the FIRST LEGO® League, visit www.usfirst.org.

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On Your Own Audubon Zoo Badge Clinics

Archdiocese of New Orleans

Catholic Committee on Girl Organizations

Open to girls, grades K – 8 Our programs at the Zoo are designed for troops to have fun while they earn their badge! All badge clinics include an up close animal encounter and special instruction to guide the girls through the badge requirements.

The committee is under the direction of the CYO/Youth & Young Adult Ministry Office of the Archdiocese at 2241 Mendez Dr., New Orleans (www.cyo-no.org). Its main purpose and function is to oversee the Catholic religious recognition program for Girl Scouts in the Archdiocese of New Orleans.

For Daisies: Three Cheers for the Animals!

(Robin and Birdbath Awards) For Brownies: Senses Safari For Juniors: Animal Habitats For Cadettes: Animal Helpers

Important 2019-20 dates: Information meeting and counselor training on Sat., Sept. 21, 1-3 PM, CYO office..Book review on Sun., Mar. 15, 1-4 PM, CYO office. Girls are scheduled for a 15-minute appointment with a committee member; Daisies are exempt, Brownies meet as a troop and Juniors - Ambassadors have individual interviews. Pre-ceremony meeting is Wed., Apr. 1 at 7 PM, CYO office. Awards ceremony is Sun., Apr. 19, 3 PM at St Louis Cathedral.

Where: Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St. New Orleans, LA 70118 Fees: $15 per Scout with one chaperone Capacity: Minimum 10 / Maximum 30 Registration Instructions: Badge Clinics can be booked through the “Scout Programs” tab at auduboninstitute.org or by calling (504)-212-7981.

Other activities planned include: God is Love Award activity day on Sat., Jan. 18 at OLDP in Metairie, Family of God Award activity day (date and location TBA) and a weekend retreat for I Live My Faith Award and Mary, the First Disciple Award on Dec. 14-15 at Camp Abbey. Interested adults may email girlscouts@arch-no.org or call the CYO/Youth & Young Adult Ministry office at 504-227-3221 or contact committee chair Gloria St. Pierre at gloriastpierre@gmail.com

Audubon Aquarium of the Americas Badge Clinics Open to girls, grades K – 5

Baton Rouge Diocesan

The programs at our Aquarium are designed for troops to have a badge experience that they couldn’t get anywhere else! All badge clinics include access to the Aquarium exhibits and special instruction to guide the girls through the badge requirements.

Catholic Committee on Scouting The Baton Rouge Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting (info. ccosbr.net) is a committee affiliated with the Diocese of Baton Rouge serving both Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. Dedicated to promoting service to God at each level of Girl Scouting, it is affiliated with the National Catholic Committee on Girl Scouts and Camp Fire (www.nccgscf.org) and the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (www.nfcym.org). There are six different awards a Catholic Girl Scout can earn throughout her years in Girl Scouts.

For Daisies: Green Petal For Brownies: Wonders of Water Journey For Juniors: Women in Science Where: Audubon Aquarium of the Americas,1 Canal St. New Orleans, LA 70130 Fees: $15 per Scout with one chaperone Capacity: Minimum 10 / Maximum 30 Registration Instructions: Badge Clinics can be booked through the “Scout Programs” tab at auduboninstitute.org or by calling (504)-212-7981.

Each year the Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting holds several events to promote Catholic Scouting. Dates may change so please call to verify dates. All activities are at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church in Baton Rouge. The annual awards ceremony is set for Sunday, August 23, 2020 from 1 – 4 p.m. Religious Counselor Emblem Trainings are September 15, 2019 or March 1, 2020, and September 13, 2020 from 1 - 5 p.m. A Rosary Program for Girl Scouts in 2nd – 5th grade is October 6, 2019 and October 11, 2019 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. and a Bible Patch Program is set for March 22, 2020.

Bishops Mass and Luncheon is February 9, 2020. Quarterly meetings will be held beginning October 23, 2019 from 6:30 – 8 p.m.

For more information please contact committee secretary Barbara Sicard at 225-769-7781 or chezsic@bellsouth.net or visit their website at info.ccosbr.net.

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Audubon Louisiana Nature Center

Troops are welcome to bring their own dinner, or pizza can be ordered for the group for an extra fee.

Our programs at the Nature Center offer an amazing way to get immersed in a natural environment without leaving New Orleans!

All badge clinics include a nature walk and special instruction to guide the girls through the badge requirements.

When: Designated Friday and Saturday nights in the fall and spring.

Where: Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St. New Orleans, LA 70118 Fee: $50 per person includes security, an evening snack and breakfast the following morning. A pizza dinner may be provided for an additional fee.

Capacity: Minimum 30/Maximum 70 Registration: Overnights can be booked through the “Scout Programs” tab at www.auduboninstitute.org or by calling (504)-212-5103.

For Daisies: Eco-learner For Brownies: Outdoor Adventurer For Juniors: Outdoor Art Explorer For Cadettes: Night Owl Where: Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, 11000 Lake Forest Blvd New Orleans, LA 70127 Fees: $15 per Scout with one chaperone Capacity: Minimum 10 / Maximum 30 Registration Instructions: Badge Clinics can be booked through the “Scout Programs” tab at auduboninstitute.org or by calling (504)-212-7981.

Audubon Louisiana Nature Center Camp-In Open to Grades K – 12, and families This exciting overnight adventure was designed with Girl Scouts in mind. Girl Scout troops are welcome to come stay the night in our spacious Interpretive Center, while learning about the amazing animals that call Louisiana home. All Girl Scout Leaders, parents are siblings are welcome to join their Girl Scout for the night on this adventure. The activities include animal encounters, exploring biofacts, toasting s’mores, a night and morning hike on the boardwalk trails, and a hot breakfast. Troops are welcome to bring their own dinner, or pizza can be ordered for the group for an extra fee.

Audubon Planetarium at the Audubon Louisiana Nature Center Open to girls, grades K – 12

When: Designated Friday and Saturday nights in the fall and spring.

The programs at our Planetarium offer a unique way to get an up-close look at our Solar System and Stars! All badge clinics include a custom Planetarium Show and special instruction to guide the girls through the badge requirements.

Where: Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, 11000 Lake Forest Blvd New Orleans, LA 70127 Fee: $40 per person includes all needed staff, an evening snack and breakfast the following morning. A pizza dinner may be provided for an additional fee.

Capacity: Minimum 30/Maximum 70 Registration Instructions: Overnights can be booked through the “Scout Programs” tab at auduboninstitute.org or by calling (504)-212-5103.

For Daisies: Space Science Explorer For Brownies: Space Science Adventurer For Juniors: Space Science Investigator Where: Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, 11000 Lake Forest Blvd New Orleans, LA 70127 Fee: $20 per Scout with one chaperone Capacity: Minimum 10 / Maximum 30 Registration Instructions: Badge Clinics can be booked through the “Scout Programs” tab at www.auduboninstitute.org or by calling (504)-212-7981.

BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo Safari Night Open to girls, grades K – 12 What goes on at the zoo at night? Safari Night guests get to find out!

Safari Night programs are available Friday and Saturday evenings, year-round. Monkeys chatter, wolves howl, and tigers roar as your Safari Guide leads your group on walking tours of different parts of the Baton Rouge Zoo. You’ll learn all about the zoo’s animals through hands-on activities and animal encounters. The Safari Night program is only available for participants ages 5 and up.

All participants receive a Safari Night T-shirt. Enjoy all-day Zoo admission immediately following your Safari Night. A variety of themes are available; call the zoo to receive further information.

Stay Over for a Wild Night!

Audubon Zoo Camp-out Open to girls, grades 2 – 12 This fun and unique activity was designed with Girl Scouts in mind. Girl Scout troops are welcome to come stay the night at our beautiful zoo while learning about the amazing animals that call it home. All Girl Scout Leaders, parents are siblings are welcome to join their Girl Scout for the night on this adventure. The activities include animal encounters, exploring biofacts, toasting s’mores, a night and morning hike through the zoo, and a hot breakfast.

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Where: BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo, 3601 Thomas Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70807 Fee: $30 per person includes dinner and breakfast. A $150 nonrefundable deposit is required to secure your date. The Zoo accepts Visa and MasterCard.

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Capacity: Minimum 15/Maximum 30 Contact: Call the Zoo Education Department at 225-775-3877, option 5.

Note: Bring your sleeping bag and pillow. Sleeping accommodations are in the Zoo’s climate-controlled education building with two restrooms.

Capacity: Minimum 6/Maximum 12 Girl Scouts per session— consecutive sessions may be scheduled.

Contact: Nita Martin at 225-369-9509 or smallfryscooking@gmail. com.

Registration Instructions: A link to class/event request form is located at https://goo.gl/forms/pwK3yGj7hFXLkfP92.

**Information about the Culinary Fun & More events can be found on the GSLE website (www.gsle.org)

Common Ground Relief Wetlands Restoration

Open to girls, grades K – 12

Challenge Island

Common Ground Relief owns and operates a tree farm in the Lower Ninth Ward and conducts plantings of trees and marsh grasses for various state and federal agencies. Younger students can assist in seed propagation and butterfly garden care and older students can assist in potting saplings and nursery maintenance projects as half day service events.

Open to girls, grades K – 12 Challenge Island is a cross curricular S.T.E.A.M. program designed to engage students in the engineering process. We provide a creative space for children to use critical thinking and problem solving skills to complete S.T.E.A.M. based challenges. From Daisies to Cadettes, we offer year round badge and journey workshops such as Think Like an Engineer, Triple Design, Making Games, Animal Habitats, Engineering Triple, Entrepreneur badges and much more!

Older Girl Scouts can assist them with full day projects that involve planting native marsh grasses and bottomland hardwood trees around the Lake Pontchartrain Basin and along the Gulf Coast.

Many projects involve boating and canoeing. All Girl Scouts receive an orientation about coastal land loss geared to their specific age group. Visit their wetlands page at www.commongroundrelief. org to preview videos.

When: At your convenience by reservation.

Where: We provide everything needed to complete Badges or Journeys and bring to your location Fee: Varies based on workshop, please call for more details Capacity: minimum 15, maximum 60 Reservation Instructions: Email: neworleans@challenge-island.com or by phone, 504-913-9451 Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes; Girl Scout uniforms encouraged

When: Planting projects occur from mid-October through July.

Contact them to schedule.

Time: Half or full day, Monday through Saturday Where: 1800 Deslonde Street, New Orleans, LA Fee: Contact them for details about planting projects Capacity: 20 Registration Instructions: Send email to wetlands@ commongroundrelief.org.

Culinary Kids Open to girls, grades K – 12

Small Fry’s Cooking

Cooking for Badges

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Enjoy a custom cooking and kitchen science curriculum to fit your girls’ interests, such as a “hurricane party”—girls are given a pile of ingredients and have to cook it all up since the power is out! Participants learn about food safety and temperatures, being creative, and having fun! Other sessions can include cupcake decorating, cultural foods…anything you like!

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Open to Girl grades 2 – 5 Small Fry’s Cooking, LLC provides Cooking for Badges classes that can be scheduled by request at one of their partner facilities, your troop’s location, or public events. They can help you earn a badge or patch or just have a fun time learning and creating in the kitchen! Their classes follow a healthy cooking curriculum and are all about fun, food, and facts! Every class begins with an entertaining, interactive nutritional game or activity and follows up with hands-on creation of delicious healthy recipes. They offer a range of 1- and 2-hour snack, breakfast, lunch, and dinner classes as well as 3- and 4-day class series that can be customized to your troop’s needs. Let’s earn some badges together while being empowered with the skills to make healthy food choices and the knowledge to fight the epidemic of childhood obesity!!

When: Any time; please call and schedule date and time.

Where: Culinary Kids, 915 Marigny Ave., Mandeville, LA 70448 Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 35 Fee: Starting at $16 per girl, includes food they have prepared.

Registration Instructions: Call 985-727-5553 or email request to info@culinarykidsns.com. Allow a minimum of two weeks’ notice to create your event.

Note: With advance notice, food allergies can be accommodated.

When: Classes will be scheduled upon request.

Where: Your Groups Facility or Chosen Venue, or One of Our Partner Facilities in Zachary, Baker, or Baton Rouge.

Fee: Starting at $12/ Girl depending on length and content of class; includes all supplies and instruction; add-on options available.

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East Jefferson General Hospital

It’s Great to Be a Girl!

Safe Sitter©

Open to girls, ages 9 – 12, and a trusted female adult

Open to girls, ages 11 and older

* Sensitive Issues: In order to be contemporary and responsive to girls’ needs and interests, some Girl Scout activities focus on subjects that may be considered sensitive. These subjects include, but are not limited to advocacy projects, work with religious groups, or anything that could yield a political/social debate.

Please review the following information so that you are informed of the program content being presented to your daughter.

Safe Sitter is a national medically accurate child care course developed for girls, 11 to 14, who are ready to learn the skills they need to care for themselves and younger children. This class is taught by registered nurses certified in the Safe Sitter curriculum.

The program teaches safe and nurturing child care techniques, behavior management skills and appropriate responses to medical emergencies. At the conclusion of the of the two-day course, participants will receive a program completion card.

So much happens to a young girl’s body during puberty both emotionally and physically. Learning how their bodies grow, what changes to expect, and how to take care of themselves are valuable lessons for preteens. This seminar, for girls ages 9-12, includes an informal open discussion on self-esteem, self-care, puberty and communication. A brief and simple introduction to the opposite sex is covered. A parent or trusted adult should accompany each preteen. It will be important to continue discussions at home on these topics as each girl will have their own unique situation, story and culture.

When: Scheduled at various times.

Where: East Jefferson General Hospital, Conference Center, 4200 Houma Blvd., Metairie, LA 70006 Fee: $85 per person Registration Instructions: Health Finder at 504-456-5000 or Amy Luke at 504-503-4870 or aluke@ejgh.org for more information. Participation rosters will be share with Girl Scouts Louisiana East.

When: Call for scheduled dates and times

GiST (Girls in STEM at Tulane)

Where: East Jefferson General Hospital, Conference Center, 4200 Houma Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006 Fee: $20 per person Registration Instructions: Call Health Finder at 504-456-5000 or Amy Luke at 504-503-4870 or aluke@ejgh.org for more information.

Open to girls, grades 5 – 7 Tulane’s GiST program provides fifth through seventh grade girls with the opportunity to meet and work with female undergraduate, graduate, faculty, and professional role models in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields. Workshops developed by faculty and student teams empower students to inquire, investigate, and discover in a positive environment.

Their goal is to open the doors wide and welcome young girls to careers in STEM fields by encouraging creative thinking, promoting selfesteem, and increasing awareness of the opportunities in STEM that await them.

East Jefferson General Hospital

Babysitting Basics Open to girls, ages 11 and older The EJGH Woman & Newborn Services department invites you to learn an assortment of key babysitting tips. The information presented will include infant and child choking, essentials of childcare, problem behavior, entertaining Ideas, healthy and safe snack/meal choices, and babysitting as a business. The event is designed off of the Cadette Babysitter badge requirements but is open to all girls, ages 11-14.

When: Fall Event: Saturday, November 16, 2019; Spring Event: Saturday, April 18, 2020

When: Scheduled at various times.

Where: Tulane University, Uptown Campus, New Orleans Registration Instructions: Visit K12STEM.tulane.edu for individual registration, email K12STEM@tulane.edu for group registration.

Where: East Jefferson General Hospital, Conference Center, 4200 Houma Blvd., Metairie, LA 70006 Fee: $10 per person Registration Instructions: Health Finder at 504-456-5000 or Amy Luke at 504-503-4870 or aluke@ejgh.org for more information. Participation rosters will be share with Girl Scouts Louisiana East.

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Goodwill Good Turn Day Open to girls, grades K – 12 It’s time to do a good turn! Do your family members and neighbors have items collecting dust that might make someone happy to use in their own home? Then participate by collecting donated items and delivering them to Goodwill Collection Centers/Stores on Goodwill Good Turn Day! Participating Girl Scouts will receive a patch from the store at the time of the donation.

When: Saturday, March 7, 2020 Contact: Beth Branley at 504-456-3926 or ebranley@goodwillno. org to provide the number of girls participating and at which location.

Greenway Explorers Open to girls, grades K – 8 Explore with the Friends of Lafitte Greenway for an educational and fun excursion on the Lafitte Greenway. Greenway Explorers takes youth on fun, active, and educational excursions into nature in the heart of New Orleans on the Lafitte Greenway. Girl Scouts will use the Greenway as their classroom and a playground to inspire and empower them to become the next generation of environmental stewards. All lessons include play-based learning and team-building games. Topics are focused on nature, STEM, and storm water management. Learn more at www. lafittegreenway.org/explorers

What: Open-Hearth Cooking $20 per Girl Scout Ages 7-18; Limited to 10 Girl Scouts 1 free adult admitted for every 5 Girl Scouts. Regular admission for additional adults.

Workshop includes a brief tour of the home and Girl Scouts help make a 19th-century breakfast. *Only available October through April* *Not available for the 3-4:30 p.m. slot*

When: Monday - Sunday. Call to set a date and time convenient to your troop.

What: Jewelry $20 per Girl Scout Ages 5-18; Limited to 15 Girl Scouts 1 free adult admitted for every 5 Girl Scouts. Regular admission for additional adults Workshop includes a brief tour of the home and scouts make their own jewelry.

Fee: $3 per girl Capacity: Maximum 60 girls; Min. 10 Registration Instructions: Contact Nellie Catzen, program director, at nellie@lafittegreenway.org or 504-702-6778 to schedule your excursion.

Note: Participants should dress in comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities; closed toe shoes are recommended.

Bring a water bottle, sunblock, bug repellent, etc. Activities are outdoors.

What: Scavenger Hunt $15 per Girl Scout Ages 5-18 Limited to 30 Girl Scouts 1 free adult admitted for every 5 Girl Scouts Regular admission for additional adults Workshop includes full tour of home with interactive scavenger hunt completed on the tour.

Open Hearth Cooking and Jewelry Making Workshops at Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses

Where: The Hermann-Grima House, 820 St. Louis St., New Orleans, LA 70112 Fee: See description above. Does not include badges.

Registration Instructions: Contact the education department at education@hgghh.org for more information or to register your troop.

Note: All visitors should wear closed toed shoes and bring a water bottle for the cooking workshop. The Museum will provide all ingredients, and troop leaders must inform the museum of any allergies.

Open to girls, grades 1 – 12 Hermann-Grima Historic House Museum is pleased to offer a full 90-minute workshop on cooking or jewelry making. Both workshops are designed to cover all of the requirements needed to earn the relevant badges. The workshops are conducted on museum property and include a brief tour of the museum. The cooking workshops can accommodate up to 10 girls and our jewelry making workshop can accommodate up to 15 girls.

When: Workshops can be booked the 1st Saturday of the month in the following time slots: 9:00am-10:30am; 11:00am12:30pm; 1:00pm-2:30pm; 3:00pm-4:30pm (no cooking)

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Jean Lafitte National Park

Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation

Open to girls, grades 4 – 12

Beach Sweep

Jean Lafitte National Park offers Citizen Science programs which provide opportunities for youth to get hands-on experience gathering data for national and local research projects going on at Barataria Preserve. Participants get to learn about the scientific method and gather data that is available to the public and used in national studies. Learn about the water cycle and do water quality testing or learn about seasonal plant cycles and observe and record data about local plants and climate change.

Open to girls, grades K – 12

When: Call to schedule

Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: North and south shores of Lake Pontchartrain, with across the city sweeps of street curbs and storm drains.

Registration Instructions: Contact Kimberly Cooke with Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation’s Education Department at 504-836-2238 or kimberly@saveourlake.org.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Help keep our lake and waterways clean by participating in this annual event. The cleanup will be followed by celebration picnics held in several areas, including LPBF’s New Canal Lighthouse. Girl Scouts are always a huge contributor to the annual Beach Sweep, so please come participate and help keep our lake clean for everyone to enjoy year-round!

When: Saturday, September 21, 2019

Where: Barataria Preserve, 6588 Barataria Blvd., Marrero, LA 70072 Fee: Free Capacity: Maximum 60 Registration Instructions: Contact Kali Bunn at 504-689-3690, ext. 14, or kali_bunn@nps.gov to schedule a program.

Lacombe Heritage Center

The Nature of Learning Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 Select any one of these three programs being offered by the Lacombe Heritage Center: The Nature of Learning, which is a hands-on environmental education initiative; Adopt-A-Spot 9/11 Living Memorial Cypress Tree Planting Project to plant bald cypress seedlings in select locations in St. Tammany Parish; and the Bartram Wilderness Adventure Resource Restoration Trail and Blueway, an eco-adventure tourism development project. These three initiatives are interconnected as they supply academic and field instruction in the Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge, and other locations throughout St. Tammany Parish. Our programs combine learning with practical application.

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When: Program are year round. Planting cypress seedlings can only be done in the fall, winter, and spring months.

Their programs can be tailored to work within the troops’ availabilities.

“Save Our Lake, Save Our Coast” Open to girls, grades K – 12 Come visit the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation at our lighthouse on Lakeshore Drive and earn the LPBF badge! Girls will tour the lighthouse museum and explore the history of the New Canal Lighthouse while learning about its five women keepers of the light. Learn about the Lake Pontchartrain watershed and water quality of the lake through hands-on activities and water sampling.

Discover the importance of saving our coast by participating in our multiple lines of defense against hurricanes and storms activity.

Where: Although our program plans to have field trips to locations in the Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge, Fontainebleau State Park, Northlake Nature Center, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Headquarters, the main location is STEM Northshore Technical Community College located on the right on LA Hwy 434 about a mile and a half north of I-12, just past the St. Tammany Parish Coroner’s Office.

Fee: Fees may vary depending upon the program content, materials, and number of participants.

Capacity: Minimum 6/Maximum 30 to 60 Registration Instructions: Contact Nature of Learning Project Manager, Emma Villemarette at emma.villemarette@usm. edu or 985-377-5434; or Lacombe Heritage Center Coordinator, Tom Aicklen at indianajonest@aol.com, or 985-882-7218.

Registration Opens: Registration for all activities is open from August through October 2018. No specific deadlines to register.

Please call to receive appointment information. The more notice the better.

Note: Dress should be appropriate for outdoor activities in the wetland and forest environment, with sunscreen, insect repellent, and first aid. Parking will be available close to the site, but some walking may be required.

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Time: Monday–Friday (timing is flexible) Where: New Canal Lighthouse, 8001 Lakeshore Dr., New Orleans, LA Fee: $4 for children 6-12 years old, $6 for children over 12 (group rate).

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Friendship Flower Garden Workshop

Gardener Exploration Workshop

Open to girls, grades K – 2

Open to girls, grades 4 – 5

Come visit the Discovery Garden for a day of exploration, learning, friendship, and fun! Daisies will expand on their Daisy Flower Garden by planting a Friendship Garden and investigating the life of our favorite garden helper – the ladybug! Come explore the world of ladybugs and flowers!

Get ready to grow! Visit Longue Vue for a day of friendship and learning as girls explore the basics of garden design and what it takes to plan and plant a garden. Girl Scouts will learn about hardiness zones, soil, plant selection, seed germination, and will take home a seed growing experiment. Come explore the world of gardens! All of the Junior Gardener badge requirements are met in this interactive two hour workshop.

When: Troops may schedule workshops on any available weekend throughout the year.

Please call for details.

When: Troops may schedule workshops on any available weekend throughout the year. Please call for details.

Where: Longue Vue, 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans, LA 70124 Cost: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to two troop leaders) Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 25 Registration Instructions: Advance registration required. Submit a Scout Booking Form at www. longuevue.com/scout-programs. Contact education@ longuevue.com to check date availability or for more information.

Registration Opens: Always open Deadline: At least three weeks before a desired workshop date.

Note: A Longue Vue patch is available for purchase.

Where: Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans, LA 70124 Cost: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to 2 troop leaders) Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 25 Registration Instructions: Advance registration required.

Submit a Girl Scout Booking Form at www.longuevue.com/ scout-programs. Contact education@longuevue.com to check date availability or for more information.

Registration Opens: Always open Deadline: At least three weeks before a desired workshop date.

Note: Gardener Badge is not included. A Longue Vue patch is available for purchase.

Longue Vue House and Gardens

Insect Investigation Workshop

Longue Vue House and Gardens

Open to girls, grades 2 – 3

Collage Artist Workshop

Come visit Longue Vue’s Discovery Garden for a day of exploration, investigation, learning, friendship, and fun! Brownies will learn about and explore the world of insects, go on a bug hunt, and create insect-inspired crafts. The Brownie Bug badge requirements are met in this interactive two-hour workshop. Come be an insect investigator!

Open to girls, grades 6 – 12 Come explore inspiration, creativity and identity through collage!

Seniors Scouts will learn multiple collage techniques while experimenting with color, composition, and message. Each girl will leave with 3 artworks that are uniquely hers. Senior Collage Artist badge requirements are met in this workshop.

When: Troops may schedule workshops on any available weekend throughout the year. Please call for details.

When: Troops may schedule workshops on any available weekend throughout the year. Please call for details.

Where: Longue Vue, 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans, LA 70124 Cost: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to 2 troop leaders/adults) Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 25 (girls per workshop) Registration Opens: Now. Deadline: At least 3 weeks before a desired workshop date.

Registration Instructions: Advance registration required.

Submit a Scout Booking Form at www. longuevue.com/scout-programs.

Contact education@longuevue.com to check date availability or for more information.

Note: A Longue Vue patch is available for purchase.

Where: Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans, LA 70124 Cost: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to 2 troop leaders) Capacity: Minimum 10/Maximum 25 Registration Instructions: Advance registration required.

Submit a Girl Scout Booking Form at www.longuevue.com/ scout-programs. Contact education@longuevue.com to check date availability or for more information.

Registration Opens: Always open Deadline: At least three weeks before a desired workshop date.

Note: Bug Badge is not included. A Longue Vue patch is available for purchase.

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Welcomes Girl Scouts!

Open to girls, grades K – 12

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Located in downtown Baton Rouge on the banks of the Mississippi River, the Art & Science Museum houses changing art exhibitions, a state-of-the-art-planetarium, hands-on galleries Discovery Depot and Science Station, and more! Be sure to meet the 2,300-year-old mummy in our Ancient Egypt Gallery and Jason the Triceratops (an authentic 65-million-year-old dinosaur skull) in our Solar System Gallery during your visit!

Take a guided tour through the lovely house at Longue Vue and then leisurely explore the gardens. Girl Scouts and Girl Scout adult volunteers will receive special ticket pricing plus go on a selfguided nature scavenger hunt while exploring our gardens. Finish the day with a garden-themed craft in the Discovery Garden and complete your visit by picnicking at Longue Vue under our might Oaks!

Enjoy unlimited planetarium shows, interactive galleries, and any of the hands-on activities listed below for the group admission rate of $8 per person (minimum of 15 participants to receive the group rate). Email reservations@lasm.org to customize a learning experience based on your interests and badge requirements.

Patches are also available for purchase in the Museum Store.

Family members and friends are also welcome.

When: Saturday, November 9, 2019 Time: Group tours take place each hour on the hour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans, LA 70124 Cost: $4 per girl, $6 per accompanying adult Capacity: Maximum 20 guests per tour Registration Opens: Now. Deadline: November 8st, 2018 Registration Instructions: Advance registration required.

Submit a Scout Booking Form at www.longuevue.com/ scout-programs. Contact education@longuevue.com to check date availability or for more information.

Note: A Longue Vue patch is available for purchase.

BASF Kids’ Lab Workshops at LASM Open to girls, ages 6 – 12 Create chemistry in these hands-on science workshops sponsored

by BASF and offered at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum on the second and fourth Saturdays and Sundays of every month! Each 45-minute, instructor-led workshop offers fun, engaging chemistry experiments such as Chemistry is Bananas, Playful Polymers, The Rainbow Connection, The “pHun” Factor, A Hair-Raising Experiment, Energy Loves Produce, Hold Everything, and Happy Hands; activities change monthly. All participants will receive a lab apron, safety glasses, and a cool backpack! At least one adult is required for every four child participants.

LSU Athletics Patch Throughout the LSU Athletic season, Girl Scouts have the chance to earn the official LSU Athletics patch! Girl Scouts will have the opportunity to learn about the women in sports by participating in exclusive LSU Girl Scout events.

When: Second and fourth weekends of each month.

Saturdays at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m Sundays at 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.

The patch will be awarded to each girl that attends three out of five designated LSU Girl Scout events over the 2019-20 LSU Athletic season at select sporting events. To receive credit toward the patch, all Girl Scouts must pre-register for events by visiting lsusports.net/girlscouts and sign-in with the marketing department at the listed specific time on the day of the event.

Those who register in advance will receive an informational email at least 48 hours prior to events.

Where: Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 River Road South, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Fee: All programs are free with museum admission. Group rate: $8/person (15 minimum). Visit www.lasm.org for more information.

Capacity: No minimum for participation in BASF Kids’ Lab; 30 maximum per session.

Registration Instructions: Email kidslab@lasm.org by the Thursday prior to your session to pre-register; on-site registration is also available the day of the program on a firstcome, first-served basis.

Special classification borders are available to those girls who have already earned the patch! Please visit www.LSUsports.net/ girlscouts for most up to date information regarding registration instructions and event details for LSU Soccer, Volleyball, Women’s Basketball, Gymnastics, Softball and more! For any other questions please contact promotions@lsu.edu.

Dino Day at LASM Open to girls grades K – 12 Unearth dinosaurs and their prehistoric world through hands-on activities and a special line-up of related planetarium shows. Also visit the colossal fossil Jason, an authentic 65-million-year-old Triceratops skull! All activities are included in general admission or group rates. Additional participants of all ages are welcome.

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When: TBD (Summer 2020); visit www.lasm.org for updates.

Where: Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 River Road South, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

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Fee: All programs are free with museum admission.

Group rate: $8/person (15 minimum).

Capacity: No minimum or maximum Group Registration: Email reservations@lasm.org Visit www.lasm.org for more information.

Girl Scout alums are change-makers in every sense of the word! Every day they’re effecting change on a local, national, and international level, consistently breaking ground as leaders in:

Engineering Day at LASM Open to girls. grades K – 12 Explore the world of engineering with us at our seventh annual Engineering Day! In partnership with LSU College of Engineering, this fun-filled festival will feature interactive stations showcasing a wide array of engineering and design specialties including robotics, 3D printing, bridge building, electricity, nanoscience, virtual reality, chemistry, medical physics, and more.

And so many other places!

Open to girls ages 6 – 12 On the third Saturday of every month, join us for monthly, artistled workshops for creators ages 8-14 and their accompanying adults! Enjoy a different activity each month, related to a variety of art and science themes such color theory, biodiversity, and photography. Each workshop includes a tour of the artwork that is currently on view in our galleries.

When: Third Saturday of every month

Where: Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 River Road South, Baton Rouge, LA 70802.

Fee: All programs are free with museum admission. Group rate: $8/person (15 minimum).

Contact: Sheree Westerhaus at swesterhaus@lasm.org Visit www.lasm.org for more information.

Time: 2 PM – 3 PM Where: Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 River Road South, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Fee: All programs are free with museum admission.

Group rate: $8/person (15 minimum).

Capacity: 15 Contact: Nita Mitchell at nmitchell@lasm.org Registration Instructions: Participants should complete the registration form listed on the Studio Saturdays event under www.lasm.org/events or contact Nita Mitchell at nmitchell@ lasm.org.

Engineer It at LASM Open to girls ages 6 – 12 Discover how today’s engineers are inspiring the world at Engineer It, featuring hands-on activities with engineers from the American Society of Civil Engineers along with showings of Dream Big: Engineering Our World in the planetarium. Additional participants of all ages are welcome.

The Traveling Trunk Show at LASM Open to girls grades K – 2 Sing, dance, and share stories with Miss Trudy in this entertaining, interactive program that explores the art and science of the seasons. Meet special puppet friends, Sheldon the Sheepdog and Frederick the Mouse, and discover the amazing surprises that can be found in Miss Trudy’s Trunk! Enjoy a different show each season, and then visit the Museum’s hands-on galleries, especially Discovery Depot, for crafts and creative play. Siblings of all ages are welcome.

When: Dates TBD (Summer 2020); visit www.lasm.org for updates.

Where: Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 River Road South, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Fee: All programs are free with museum admission.

Group rate: $8/person (15 minimum).

Capacity: No minimum or maximum Registration Instructions: Email reservations@lasm.org Visit www.lasm.org for more information.

When: Every Saturday Time: 11 a.m.

Where: Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 River Road South, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Fee: All programs are free with museum admission.

Group rate: $8/person (15 minimum).

Capacity: No minimum or maximum Registration Instructions: Email reservations@lasm.org Visit www.lasm.org for more information.

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Enjoy a day of entertaining, educational discovery at the Art & Science Museum as Girl Scouts participate in dynamic demonstrations and hands-on activities designed to make learning about engineering meaningful and relevant.

Opportunities abound for applying the concepts of the engineering process and making interdisciplinary connections between math, science, technology, design, and the arts. This exciting event will also provide Girl Scouts with insight into STEM careers related to engineering, construction, and design.

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National Astronomy Day at LASM

When: Call to schedule.

Open to girls grades K – 12

Where: Louisiana Children’s Museum, 420 Julia Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 Fee: $15 per girl, troop leader and/or parent, when purchased in advance. One commemorative patch will be provided for each Girl Scout attending.

Registration Instructions: Only one order per troop. Tickets must be purchased by March 15, 2019, in order to receive this special rate. Order tickets by mailing or faxing the Girl Scout Form into LCM, or by calling Kathleen Ledet, Special Events Manager, at 504-266-2415. Please call 504-266-2415 or email kledet@lcm.org with any questions.

Join the Louisiana Art & Science Museum in celebration of the fascinating science of astronomy. Experience a variety of astronomy-related activities for all ages, including hands-on stations and special planetarium shows at this annual event.

Additional participants of all ages are welcome.

When: Saturday, May 2, 2020 Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Where: Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 River Road South, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Fee: All programs are free with museum admission. Group rate: $8/person (15 minimum).

Registration Instructions: Troops planning to attend as a group of 15 or more can contact Sheree Westerhaus at swesterhaus@ lasm.org for group rates/reservations. Otherwise, no reservation or registration is needed to attend; pay admission at the door and enjoy the event. Visit www.lasm.org for more information.

Mad Science

STEM Workshops Open to girls, grades K – 6

Mad Science is on a mission to spark the imagination of children everywhere with exciting, live, interactive programs that instill a clear Mad Science is on a mission to spark the imagination of children everywhere with exciting, live, interactive programs that instill a clear understanding of what science is really about, and how it affects the world around us. Mad Science is proud to offer a large selection of STEM workshops. Choose one of our existing science themes or allow us to customize one to meet badge requirements. All our programs are led by highly qualified instructors using unique equipment and are performed at the location of your choice!

Planetarium Family Hour & Stargazing at LASM Open to girls grades K – 12 Young astronomers and their families are invited to gather around our “camp fire” in the planetarium to learn about stars, constellations and other objects that can be found in the local night sky. This interactive presentation is followed by a featured family hour planetarium show.

When: One-hour workshops are scheduled at your convenience.

Call to schedule.

When: Every Saturday

Where: They bring their science lab to your meeting location.

Capacity: Maximum 25 Fee: $220 for workshop (additional excessive travel expenses may apply), which includes all materials and instruction.

Registration Instructions: Call 504-345-2602 or email info@ madsciencesela.com to register. For more information, please visit us at www.madscience.org/sela

Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Where: Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 River Road South, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Fee: All programs are free with museum admission. Group rate: $8/person (15 minimum).

Registration Instructions: Troops planning to attend as a group of 15 or more can contact Sheree Westerhaus at swesterhaus@ lasm.org for group rates/reservations. Otherwise, no reservation or registration is needed to attend; pay admission at the door and enjoy the event. Visit www.lasm.org for more information.

Microsoft Workshop

Girl Scouts Field Trip: Digital Photography for Girl Scouts Open to girls, ages 10 – 12

Louisiana Children’s Museum

Snapping and sharing a photo has never been easier. Girl Scouts can use photographs to capture family memories, good times with friends, and selfies. Photography also allows Girl Scouts a chance to be creative and express their imagination using photographic elements such as lighting, composition, depth, color, and content.

Going far beyond taking the ubiquitous selfie, in this workshop, Girl Scouts will learn to take expressive photographs, edit them, and present them as objects of art using a variety of Microsoft products and devices.

Open to girls grades K – 5 LCM’s hands-on exhibits* “Dig Into Nature”, “Move With the River” and “Make Your Mark” can be used for a wide variety of badges.

Contact Amy in the Education Department at akirk@lcm.org to coordinate your badge journey at LCM! *Exhibits include experiences and activities in environmental education, water management, animal care, food pathways, culinary arts, STEM activities, art, music, and performance, and more, plus sample outdoor spaces offering a variety of nature experiences for all ages.

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At the end of this 90-minute workshop, participants will: work through a variety of activities necessary to obtain a Digital Photographer badge; learn about the history of photography and the development of cameras; understand composition and make amazing photo edits using a SurfacePro and Windows 10; play new games on Xbox360 and have a blast trying new activities on the latest available apps and Microsoft devices.

creating backgrounds and changing fonts. Activities will focus on learning through hands on guided experiences and collaborative learning in small groups.

At the end of the camp, participants will: be familiar with key tools in PowerPoint and Word; feel confident using a Surface Device and Pen; create an original story with text and images in a small group.

When: By reservation. Email to set up a time.

When: By reservation. Email to set up a time.

Where: Microsoft Store at Lakeside Shopping Center, Dillard’s wing, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA 70002 Fee: Free Capacity: Maximum of 15 girls per session Registration Instructions: Email requests and questions to mrs0068cds@microsoft.com Note: A confirmation will be sent out via email prior to the event.

Where: Microsoft Store at Lakeside Shopping Center, Dillard’s wing, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA 70002 Fee: Free Capacity: Maximum of 15 girls per session Registration Instructions: Email requests and questions to mrs0068cds@microsoft.com Note: A confirmation will be sent out via email prior to the event.

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YouthSpark Camp: Code and Create with Collage Me

Girl Scout Field Trip: Public Speaking and Salesmanship

Open to girls, ages 8 – 12+

Open to girls, ages 12 – 14

Learn how to code in this hands-on programming camp. During the free, twohour camp, girls will work in a real software development environment, gaining experience with Touch Develop. Participants will use their creativity and imagination to develop a unique personal collage that can be shared with family and friends.

Give your Girl Scouts the power to write and the confidence to address a crowd in public.

Public speaking is rarely a favorite, easy, or fun task, but it can be! With the skills and tips offered in our 2-hour workshop, you will work through a variety of age-appropriate activities necessary to obtain a Cadette Public Speaking badge.

At the end of this camp, participants will: have increased confidence in their technical and coding skills; improve their computational and creative thinking; read and understand code in the Touch Develop environment; create and publish a coded script containing a personal collage. It is recommended that each girl bring her own set of headphones for an optimal experience.

A confident speaker has the skills to connect with an audience, to persuade them or to share an experience. Those who can be themselves while speaking self-assuredly to one person—or a crowd—will benefit from this important life skill.

Participants will conduct an interview of a salesperson, use their favorite Microsoft products to search for a presentation topic and create a unique PowerPoint presentation as a visual aid. With a Dance off Challenge on Xbox for good measure, Girl Scouts will be much more comfortable sharing their reasoned thoughts with a crowd.

When: By reservation. Email to set up a time.

Where: Microsoft Store at Lakeside Shopping Center, Dillard’s wing, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA 70002 Fee: Free Capacity: Maximum of 15 girls per session Registration Instructions: Email requests and questions to mrs0068cds@microsoft.com Note: A confirmation will be sent out via email prior to the event.

When: By reservation. Email to set up a time.

Where: Microsoft Store at Lakeside Shopping Center, Dillard’s wing, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA 70002 Fee: Free Capacity: Maximum of 15 girls per session Registration Instructions: Email requests and questions to mrs0068cds@microsoft.com Note: A confirmation will be sent out via email prior to the event.

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Make Your Own Story with PowerPoint and Word Open to girls, ages 6 – 8+ In this free, hands-on, two-hour camp, girls will learn how to create and tell a story using Microsoft PowerPoint and Word. They will explore using drawing tools, selecting and sizing images and icons,

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At the end of the camp, participants will: be familiar with the creative possibilities of digital drawing and painting; have experience with the Fresh Paint layout and tools; create original artwork and share it with peers; learn how to share their art with the swipe of a finger

Minecraft Hour of Code Open to girls, ages 8+ Girls can save the day and program Minecraft mobs how to behave in our free, 90-minute Minecraft Hour of Code. Participants will learn coding concepts such as randomness, entities, loops and events. No previous coding experience is required.

When: By reservation. Email to set up a time.

Where: Microsoft Store at Lakeside Shopping Center, Dillard’s wing, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA 70002 Fee: Free Capacity: Maximum of 15 girls per session Registration Instructions: Email requests and questions to mrs0068cds@microsoft.com Note: A confirmation will be sent out via email prior to the event.

Participants will also learn: how computers perform instructions in a sequence; how to create a list of instructions to complete a task; and how to iterate on solutions to complete a task.

When: By reservation. Email to set up a time.

Where: Microsoft Store at Lakeside Shopping Center, Dillard’s wing, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA 70002 Fee: Free Capacity: Maximum of 15 girls per session Registration Instructions: Email requests and questions to mrs0068cds@microsoft.com Note: A confirmation will be sent out via email prior to the event.

New Orleans Botanical Garden

Outdoor Art Maker Open to girls, grades K – 1 Come visit The New Orleans Botanical Garden to create and explore! Have fun with friends while you make a colorful painting outdoors, search for sounds in the garden, and create your own “Leave No Trace” picture to help share with friends and families ways to protect the environment! All requirements for the Daisy Outdoor Art Maker badge are met during this workshop.

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Computer Expert Badge Open to girls, ages 8 – 14 In this two-hour workshop, girls will work through a variety of the exciting activities necessary to obtain a Computer Expert badge. Participants will get hands-on experience with the latest apps and devices from Microsoft to discover the versatility of computers, learn Internet safety and lots more!

When: Workshops are scheduled based on availability and typically last 1.5-2 hours. Please call or email to schedule.

Where: New Orleans Botanical Garden, 5 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119 Fee: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to two troop leaders/adults) Capacity: Minimum 10 / Maximum 20 Registration Instructions: Advance registration required.

Contact Dov Block 504-483-9470 or nobgeducation@nocp.org for more information.

Registration Opens: Now. Deadline: Open.

Note: Outdoor Art Maker Badge is not included.

From using Bing to conduct research and plan an adventure, to creating a photo presentation for their friends, Girl Scouts will feel empowered to use their new skills with their troop and in the classroom.

When: By reservation. Email to set up a time.

Where: Microsoft Store at Lakeside Shopping Center, Dillard’s wing, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA 70002 Fee: Free Capacity: Maximum of 15 girls per session Registration Instructions: Email requests and questions to mrs0068cds@microsoft.com Note: A confirmation will be sent out via email prior to the event.

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Painting Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 Ready to paint?! Visit The Botanical Garden for a day of creativity, imagination and fun as you complete the requirements for the Brownie Painting badge. Girl Scouts will meet a local artist or view local work, paint a self-portrait or landscape, use garden materials to create their own paint brushes and add to a group mural! All requirements for the Brownie Painting badge are met during this workshop.

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YouthSpark Camp: Create Digital Art with Fresh Paint

When: Workshops are scheduled based on availability and typically last 1.5-2 hours. Please call or email to schedule.

Open to girls, ages 8 – 12 In this free, hands-on, two-hour camp, girls will learn to create and share their own digital art with the Fresh Paint app for Windows 10. They’ll explore the basics of Fresh Paint, using lifelike oil and watercolors, pastels, and more to craft their own creations. They’ll also get a sneak peek of advanced digital art skills like mixing paint and layering media.

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Registration Instructions: Advance registration required.

Contact Dov Block 504-483-9470 or nobgeducation@nocp.org for more information.

Registration Opens: Now. Deadline: Open.

Note: Outdoor Art Explorer badge is not included.

Open to girls, grades 2 – 8 Come spend a few hours learning about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) from Greater New Orleans STEM: Core Element. We offer several three hour programs where Brownies, Junior and Cadettes can work on STEM badges while learning about them importance of STEM careers

New Orleans Botanical Garden

When: October 5: Cybersecurity for Brownies 8:30 – 11: 30 a.m. and Juniors 12 - 3 p.m.; November 2: Robotics for Juniors 8: 30 – 11: 30 a.m. and Cadettes 12 - 3 p.m.; December 7: Hour of Code for all ages 8:30 am to 11:30 January 11: Computer Expert for Brownies 8:30 – 11: 30 a.m. and Netiquette for Cadettes 12 - 3 p.m.; February 8: Brownies 8:30 – 11: 30 a.m. and Juniors 12 - 3 p.m. Space Science

Outdoor Art Creator Open to girls, grades 2 – 3 Come explore and let your inner artist be inspired by the New Orleans Botanical Garden.

During this workshop Girl Scouts will go on a nature walk, make a garden inspired gift, dance or make music outdoors, take some photographs or create their own picture, and design something from nature. All requirements for the Brownie Outdoor Art Creator badge are met during this workshop.

Where: UNO TRAC Building, 2000 Lakeshore Dr, New Orleans, LA 70148 Fee: $25 Capacity: 60 per class Registration Instructions: Email at tracey.zelden@core4kids.org for registration links.

Registration Opens: September 1, 2019

When: Workshops are scheduled based on availability and typically last 1.5-2 hours. Please call or email to schedule.

Where: New Orleans Botanical Garden, 5 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119 Fee: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to two troop leaders/adults) Capacity: Minimum 10 / Maximum 20 Registration Instructions: Advance registration required.

Contact Dov Block 504-483-9470 or nobgeducation@nocp.org for more information.

Registration Opens: Now. Deadline: Open.

Note: Outdoor Art Explorer badge is not included.

NOLA_CODE Computer Science Workshops Open to girls, grades K – 8 NOLA_CODE provides age appropriate instruction in computer science, circuitry, and robotics. Participants leave the program with a concrete understanding of how they can explore their unique interests through computer science.

When: Call to set a date and time convenient to your troop.

New Orleans Botanical Garden

Where: TBD (in the New Orleans Central Business District) Fee: $15 per girl (includes NOLA_CODE T-Shirt, swag, and snack) Capacity: Minimum 7/Maximum 15 Registration Instructions: Email Élan Jones at info@nolacode. org Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Note: Girls should dress in comfortable clothes; Girl Scout uniforms encouraged.

Outdoor Art Explorer Open to girls, grades 4 – 5 Come visit The New Orleans Botanical Garden to create and explore! Have fun with friends while you make a garden inspired painting, play and experiment with salt dough, find music in nature, complete a photography assignment, and explore outdoor art design. All requirements for the Junior Outdoor Art Explorer badge are met during this workshop.

When: Workshops are scheduled based on availability and typically last 1.5-2 hours. Please call or email to schedule.

Where: New Orleans Botanical Garden, 5 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119 Fee: $15 per girl, $4 per adult (free to two troop leaders/adults) Capacity: Minimum 10 / Maximum 20 Registration Instructions: Advance registration required.

Contact Dov Block 504-483-9470 or nobgeducation@nocp.org for more information.

Registration Opens: Now. Deadline: Open.

Note: Outdoor Art Explorer badge is not included.

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Ogden Museum of Southern Art

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Open to girls, grades K – 12

The Ogden Museum of Southern Art invites Girl Scouts of all ages to participate in a special tour followed by an art-making activity.

During each two-hour program, Girl Scouts will explore the world of Southern art, while working towards the completion of a variety of badges. Badges are not provided by the Ogden Museum.

Premier Lanes is the newest, unique activity center for all ages located in Gonzales, LA. They offer upscale bowling in a family center with security, VIP area for special parties, company events, birthdays, Girl Scouts and sport team events, plus a 65-game arcade with latest in bumper cars and the only laser maze in the state. Amenities include an exciting restaurant and bar and recently added Malco 11 Screens Movie Theatre.

Premier Lanes offers bowling and arcade packages for Girl Scouts, qualifying them for the Bowling fun patch offered in the council shop.

For Daisy Troops Leaders may choose one of the following programs focusing on character-building concepts required to earn each of the Daisy Petals below.

• Clover’s Petal — Girl Scouts tour the Museum and discuss artwork, focusing on how artists can use resources wisely. An art activity focusing on collage technique will follow the tour.

• Sunny’s Petal — Girl Scouts tour the Museum and discuss how to be friendly and helpful in the Museum environment as well as the art studio.

An art activity focusing on collaborative muralmaking will follow the tour.

When: Weekdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or weekends before 2 p.m.

Where: Premier Lanes Entertainment Center, 1414 N. Airline Highway, Gonzales, LA 70737 Fee: The Girl Scout bowling package starts at $7.50 per person, and may increase based on activities/food selection.

Capacity: Minimum 10 / Maximum 125 Registration Instructions: Contact the Premier Lanes sales and event office from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily at 225-621-2695. For more information visit www.premierlanes.net.

For Brownie Troops • Girl Scout Brownies will work towards earning the Painting badge by touring the museum and discussing how different artists portray ‘the real world’ around them.

An art activity focusing on landscape painting will follow the tour.

R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl

Girl Scouts for Football Open to girls, grades K – 12 The R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl is inviting all Girl Scouts to come out on the field to watch pre game warm ups and address the American Flag during the National Anthem! The bowl game features the champion of the Sun Belt Conference against a representative from Conference USA. During the game participating troops will be recognized on the stadium and message board system.

For Junior Troops • Girl Scout Juniors will work towards earning the Drawing badge by touring the museum and discussing the variety of media that artists use to draw. An art activity focusing on different techniques of drawing, including shading and perspective will follow the tour.

When: Saturday, December 21, 2019

When: Times Vary. Check the museum’s website at www. ogdenmuseum.org for hours of operation.

Time: 8 p.m.

Where: Mercedes-Benz Superdome, Sugar Bowl Dr., New Orleans, LA 70112 Fee: All Girl Scouts and three leaders get in for free! Parents, family, and friend tickets are only $12.65 (price includes all taxes and fees).

Registration Instructions: Register online at www.fevo. me/nolagirlscouts. Tickets along with detailed game day information will be mailed to the troop leader during the second week in December. For any additional questions please contact Craig Forshag at CForshag@gnosf.org or 504525-5678.

Contact: Craig Forshag at Craig@NewOrleansBowl.org for more information. Please send him your email address to be added to the email list.

Staff Support: Kevin Shipp at kshipp@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2243.

Where: Ogden Museum of Southern Art, 925 Camp St., New Orleans, LA 70130 Fee: $75 which includes a tour and art activity for up to 10 Girl Scouts. Two adults per troop admitted free. Additional Girl Scouts are $7.50 each. Additional adults are $11 each.

Contact: Ellen Balkin, Education Director at 504-539-9608 or ebalkin@ogdenmuseum.org to book a Girl Scout group tour or for more information.

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Small Fry’s Cooking

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Cooking for Badges

Guided Nature Hikes

Open to Girl grades 2-5

Open to girls, grades K - 12

Small Fry’s Cooking, LLC provides Cooking for Badges classes that can be scheduled by request at one of their partner facilities, your troop’s location, or public events. They can help you earn a badge or patch or just have a fun time learning and creating in the kitchen! Their classes follow a healthy cooking curriculum and are all about fun, food, and facts! Every class begins with an entertaining, interactive nutritional game or activity and follows up with hands-on creation of delicious healthy recipes. They offer a range of 1- and 2-hour snack, breakfast, lunch, and dinner classes as well as 3- and 4-day class series that can be customized to your troop’s needs. Let’s earn some badges together while being empowered with the skills to make healthy food choices and the knowledge to fight the epidemic of childhood obesity!!

Explore the plants, animals, insects and other wildlife found in a forested wetland on a guided hike with Woodlands Conservancy naturalists. Learn how to conserve local forests and waterways while working towards nature and outdoor related badges. Hikes can be tailored to meet requirements for different scout levels or linked to tree planting, water quality testing, or trail-clean-up service projects.

They recommend their hikes for Girl Scout Brownies working towards Bugs, Hiker, and Outdoor Adventurer Badges, their Water Journey for Girl Scout Juniors working towards their Animal Habitats badge and for Girl Scout Cadettes working towards their Trees badge.

When: Hikes scheduled upon request; weekdays and weekends, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

When: Classes will be scheduled upon request.

Where: Your Groups Facility or Chosen Venue, GSLE Headquarters N.O., GSLE Regional Service Center B.R., or One of Our Partner Facilities in Zachary, Baker, or Baton Rouge.

Fee: Starting at $12/ Girl depending on length and content of class; includes all supplies and instruction; add-on options available.

Capacity: Minimum 6/Maximum 12 Girl Scouts per session— consecutive sessions may be scheduled.

Contact: Nita Martin at 225-369-9509 or smallfryscooking@gmail. com. A link to class/event request form is located at https://goo.gl/forms/pwK3yGj7hFXLkfP92. Visit www. smallfryscooking.com.

Where: Woodlands Trail, 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA 70037 Fee: $10 per girl Capacity: Minimum 8/Maximum 30 Registration Instructions: Email info@woodlandsconservancy. org or call 504-433-4000 for scheduling, information and questions. Please contact them at least three weeks in advance of your preferred trip date.

Note: Girls should wear closed toe shoes and dress appropriately for outdoor seasonal conditions.

**Information about the Culinary Fun & More events can be found on the GSLE website (www.gsle.org)

Steamboat NATCHEZ Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families

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All aboard the Steamboat Natchez for a tour that earns you the River Heritage patch! The tour of the last authentic steamboat on the Mississippi lasts about 20 minutes, and the remainder of the cruise enables girls to enjoy the historical and port narration, the riverbank scenery, and jazz trio. Before each cruise is a steam calliope concert, which is an instrument used to draw people to the city from the outlying farms before radio, TV and internet. It’s just a step back in time.

When: The two-hour cruises run seven days a week, at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Girl Scouts may arrange to come any day.

Where: Toulouse Street & the Mississippi River, French Quarter, New Orleans, LA 70130 Fee: Call for Girl Scout participant rate.

Capacity: Minimum 3 Girl Scouts/No maximum Registration Instructions: Advance ticket purchasing will enable their staff to provide a guided tour of the boat and a River Heritage Patch for each Girl Scout. Reservations are recommended seven days in advance.

Contact: Call 504-569-1481 or 800-233-2628.

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Owl Prowl Hikes Open to girls, grades K – 12 Experience the forest after dark on a hike guided by Woodlands Conservancy naturalists. Join them to learn legends and facts about owls and other nocturnal wildlife, dissect owl pellets, and then venture into the forest to look and listen for nocturnal wildlife.

Bring a Flashlight and a sense of adventure!

This program is open to Girl Scouts of all ages and may be especially relevant for Cadettes earning their Night Owl badge.

When: Hikes scheduled upon request, weekdays after 5 p.m.

Where: Woodlands Trail, 449 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA 70037 Fee: $15 per girl Capacity: Minimum 8/Maximum 25 Registration Instructions: Email info@ woodlandsconservancy.org or call 504433-4000 for scheduling, information and questions. Please contact them at least three weeks in advance of your preferred trip date.

Note: Girls should wear closed toe shoes, bring a flashlight, and dress appropriately for outdoor seasonal conditions.

Highlighted badges are part of the STEM Journey Outdoor STEM | Think Like a Citizen Scientist

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Girl Scouts’ Highest Awards Remember, your Girl Scout Bronze, Silver, and Gold Award projects should have strong elements of advocacy, education and sustainability.

Advocacy: Are you raising awareness of an issue within your community?

Education: Are you letting others within your community know how they can help combat this issue?

Sustainability: Is your project legacy continuing after you have completed your project?

For more help and guidelines concerning these awards and the associated take action projects, be sure to explore the Frequently Asked Questions document on our website along with all the forms you will need to complete and turn into council for project approval.

Each year in our council, over 100 girls earn Girl Scout’s highest awards for their individual program level. As girls progress through their projects, they gain insight into the world around them, learn goal setting, and increase their self-esteem by completing tasks and assignments they may have thought impossible only a year before. To learn more about these awards and GSUSA and council requirements, visit our website at www.gsle.org.

The Girl Scout Bronze Award is the highest award a registered Girl Scout Junior can achieve. This leadership adventure will offer you and your team the opportunity to develop more confidence, meet new people, and have fun while making a difference toward issues that are important to you! When you make the decision to earn your Girl Scout Bronze Award, these are the steps you’ll take: 1.

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Spread the word!

For more information about the Girl Scout Silver Award and to download the girl guidelines, go to www.gsle.org/silver-award

For more information about the Girl Scout Bronze Award and to download the girl guidelines, go to www.gsle.org/bronzeaward Do you see issues in your neighborhood or school and have a desire to make it better?

When you earn the Girl Scout Silver Award – the highest award a registered Girl Scout Cadette can earn – you have an opportunity to show that you are a leader who is organized, determined, and dedicated to improving your community. When you make the decision to earn your Girl Scout Silver Award, these are the steps you’ll take:

The process of earning the Girl Scout Gold Award—the highest award a Girl Scout Senior or Girl Scout Ambassador can earn—puts you in a unique position to take action in your community to make the world a better place. You will be joining the ranks of generations of young women who have made a difference in their communities both locally and globally. Fulfilling the requirements for the Girl Scout Gold Award starts with completing two Senior or Ambassador journeys or having earned the Silver Award and completing one Senior or Ambassador journey, along with the following steps: •

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For more information about the Girl Scout Gold Award and to download the girl guidelines, go to www.gsle.org/gold-award Gold Award final reports are due by March 15, 2020 in order to be recognized at the council’s Gold Award Ceremony to be held in or around June 2020.

Highest Awards Orientation Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their leader or guardian Event Code: HA0401 When: Saturday, November 16, 2019 (Deadline to register 11/6/2019) Where: GSLE Council Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Event Code: HA0101 When: Saturday, January 11, 2020 (Deadline to register 1/6/2020) Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, 545 Colonial Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Time: 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.

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2019-2020 PRODUCT PROGRAM INFORMATION Participating in the council-sponsored fall product and cookie programs teaches girls the five essential skills of goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics, as well as providing much needed financial support for troops and the council. The proceeds from these sales enable girls to fund their activities as well as provide for upkeep of council properties, adult learning, and other council-wide initiatives. In order to participate in money-earning activities, a girl must be a registered member of Girl Scouts. All age levels, including Daisies, may participate in the sales. Participation is voluntary.

FALL PRODUCT PROGRAM Is your Girl Scout troop interested in a money earning activity that’s easy, provides startup funds for the troop right away, and offers customers a variety of delicious yet inexpensive items to purchase?

The council’s Fall Product Sale of nuts, candies, magazines, and address booklets is September 20 - October 20, with a theme of Leap Ahead, Create Your Path. Ashdon Farms/ QSP, the licensed Girl Scout vendor, has even prepared activities for Girl Scouts of all ages to enjoy.

The Fall Product Program is a “Friends and Family Campaign” which means no door-to-door or booth sales. Sixteen different products for sale (ranging from $5 to $10) are being offered, including a collectible Girl Scout vintage uniform tin filled with Mint Treasures, as well as products such as Honey Roasted Mixed Nuts with Peanuts offered in a 16 ounce plastic jar. All orders are prepaid, and the troop earns 15% for all items sold.

This year’s community service project gives customers the option to purchase Honey-Roasted Peanuts to be shipped overseas to our military troops! When a girl sells five items for the troops, she will earn a patch.

As the girls participate in the sale they will earn troop proceeds and individual girl sellers will receive incentives ranging from the interlocking patches, plush animals, and much more. Visit the website at www.gsle.org to view recognitions, products, and for additional information.

Check out the... Online Nut Store As part of the QSP Online Program, emails to friends and family will include the option for customers to order, pay for and have nuts and candy delivered to their homes/ business. All 25 Girl Scout nut, candy and chocolate items will be available as well as five corporate gift items.

Girl Scouts Louisiana East features the 16 most popular items on the order card. Troops earn proceeds for every item sold online with sales being reported on the Girl’s Online Sales Report.

Take Action Projects

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In Girl Scouting we encourage girls to do big things while working on an issue they care about. Take Action projects, along with the Gold, Silver, and Bronze Awards, address the root cause of an issue, towards which girls come up with sustainable, longlasting solutions. These projects strive to make the world a better place for more people for a much longer time.

Take Action projects will be shared with customers through online emails, and you can even ask for a customer’s assistance to help reach your goals. Also, girls and troops will be able to view each other’s projects via a GSLE council Take Action Storyboard.

Adult Learning Sessions Service Unit Fall Product Program Manager Training This learning session helps to prepare service unit product sales managers, service unit managers, and area product sales managers for the upcoming Girl Scout Fall Product Program.

Training includes product information, required paperwork, and yes, product tasting.

Event Code: FALL19 When: Saturday, August 24, 2019, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: St. John Parish Library, 2920 Hwy 51, LaPlace, LA 70068 Registration Instructions: Register online through eBiz at www.gsle.org/ebiz under the Activities tab.

Staff Contact: Bethany Washington at bwashington@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2252.

Fall Product Troop Training Webinar options available only This year’s fall training is being offered to you via webinars. The webinar format allows you to access the information from a computer or mobile device that is intended to accommodate your schedule. Trainings cover how the sale works, product information, required paperwork, incentives, and more. This training is an alternative for troops that cannot attend their local service unit training. Replays are available in GS learn.

WEBINAR When: Tuesday, September 3, 2019, 6 to 8 p.m.

Registration Instructions: Register online for the webinar training of your choice through the eBiz system at www.gsle.org/ebiz, under the Activities tab.

Staff Contact: Bethany Washington at bwashington@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext. 2252.

Fall Product Dates: Friday, September 20 – Sunday, October 20, 2019 – Orders taken Wednesday, November 13 – Saturday, November 16, 2019 – Girls deliver the orders. Since the money is pre-collected, the troop receives their proceeds immediately.

Who: Girl Scout Daisies – Ambassadors registered by September 13, 2019, for the 2019-2020 membership year.

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COOKIE PROGRAM Cookie Rookie Training

CHASE YOUR ADVENTURES! Today’s Girl Scout is more than a thinker: She’s a doer, a dreamer of ideas, creator of solutions, and a believer in herself. This year’s Cookie Program theme captures the spirit of this creative, proactive girl! It incites her to take action, and encourages her to make her dreams a reality.

Is this your first time in the cookie program? If so, this is the class for you! Receive an in-depth introduction to the Cookie program and learn the tools of success for your troop. Even if you have already participated in the cookie program, and would like a refresher course, please join us.

Classroom-Led

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Event Code: ROOKE1 & ROOKE3 When: Tuesday, December 3 or Tuesday, December 10, 2019

Friday, January 10, 2020 Cookie pre-order begins Sunday, January 26, 2020 Cookie pre-order ends

Time: 6 – 8 p.m.

Where: GSLE Corporate Headquarters, New Orleans

Saturday, February 15, 2020 Girls may begin delivering cookies

Classroom-Led

Friday, February 28 – Sunday, March 15, 2020 Booth Sales at various locations

Event Code: ROOKE2 & ROOKE4 When: Thursday, December 5 or Thursday, December 12, 2019

National Cookie Weekend is February 28–March 1!

Time: 6 – 8 p.m.

Where: GSLE Regional Service Center, Baton Rouge.

Note: An online Cookie Finder to booth locations is available at www. girlscoutcookies.org and as a smart phone mobile app. Enter your zip code to find the booth sale closest to you! Booth Sales are a great way to increase sales at the troop level!

Price: Cookies are $4 a box upon delivery, with eight delicious varieties. A Gluten-free cookie will also be offered for $5.

Who: Girl Scout Daisies – Ambassadors registered

by December 13, 2019.

Adult Learning Sessions Cookie Management Training

Smart Cookie U! Open to girls, grades 4 – 12 You’ll have the opportunity to work one-on-one with successful businesswomen from the community, as you enhance your business and financial knowledge while boosting your self-esteem and leadership skills. Seniors and Ambassadors will also get the chance to take a tour of a college campus! Smart Cookie U is a fun way to put your new-found skills into practice as you prepare for the largest, girlled business in the country: the Girl Scout Cookie Program!

Event Code: UNIV20 When: Saturday, January 4, 2020

We have an exciting line-up at this year’s Cookie training, including meeting our cookie partner, ABC Bakers, and seeing all the additional new things in store for the 2020 Cookie Program!

Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Where: Southeastern Louisiana University, Student Union, 303 Texas Ave., Hammond, LA 70402 Note: Senior, Ambassador, and adult volunteers are needed for Smart Cookie U. Staff Contact: Bethany Washington at bwashington@gsle.org or 504733-8220, ext. 2252.

Open to Area Cookie Managers, Service Unit Cookie Managers, Cupboard Managers, and Cookie Rally Directors.

Event Code: DDD003 When: Saturday, November 9, 2019 Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Where: GSLE Headquarters, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121 Fee: $10, which will include a lunch, program materials.

Registration Opens: Now Deadline: November 1, 2019 Registration Instructions: Register online through the eBiz system at www.gsle.org/ebiz, under the Activities tab.

Staff Contact: Bethany Washington at bwashington@gsle.org or 504-733-8220, ext 2252.

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2019 – 2020 Annual Family Giving Campaign August 1, 2019 – March 31, 2020

The Annual Family Giving Campaign is an opportunity for families and friends of Girl Scouts to make financial contributions that directly benefit our girls. As a member of our Girl Scout family, you know how important Girl Scouting is to our girls, their families, and the community. Gifts of all amounts are meaningful and appreciated.

Girls need a place where they can just be girls — having fun, making friends, and feeling safe. Girl Scouting provides girls with the skills to face daily challenges and make sound decisions that affect them today and in the future.

Your gift to our Annual Family Giving Campaign stays right here in our council and helps provide: • Maintenance for camp and program facilities that provide a safe environment for learning and growing; • Financial assistance for girls who might otherwise not be able to participate in Girl Scouts; • Training, support and resources for your daughter’s troop leaders; • Council programs for girls of all ages where they can discover new ideas and activities, connect with others, and take action to make the world a better place.

2019 - 2020 Annual Family Giving Campaign – TWO Council Events!

Girl Scouts Louisiana East is offering two events to support the Annual Family Campaign. In addition to the many wonderful events that girls can participate in at the council and troop levels, GSLE is pleased to host two family-friendly events at the council’s camp properties.

Contributions from previous years’ AFG Campaigns have: • Repaired/replaced roofs at Camp Marydale; • Purchased new tents and tarps for Camp Covington and Camp Whispering Pines; • Provided spillway repairs at Camp Whispering Pines; • Awarded $10,000 in membership and Resident Camp assistance.

All registration fees for these events will be credited to the Service Unit number you indicate on your Eventbrite registration, and the proceeds from each event benefit the needs of that particular camp property.

Your participation in the AFG Campaign helps to continue this momentum and make the Girl Scout experience possible for thousands of girls in our council.

Ready, Set, Quack to the finish line!

The 2019-2020 Girl Scouts Louisiana East Annual Family Giving Campaign goal is $40,000.

As a part of this overall goal, each Service Unit has its own goal, please check with Nancy Kritikos, Development Director, nkritikos@gsle.org or 504-355-5886, for your specific goal!

Join Girl Scouts Louisiana East for two Sundays of fun camp activities and friendly competition.

When your Service Unit achieves its goal, the Service Unit will be: Rewarded… Service Units will receive a Unit Fees Waived

Juliette Low Fall Festival & Duck Derby Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families When: Sunday, October 13, 2019

certificate to apply to one Service Unit encampment at either Camp Covington, Camp Marydale, or Camp Whispering Pines. AFG Certificates value, $200 $600 depending on Camp selected! (All other fees apply, i.e. activity and facilitator fees, food, etc.).

Time: 1 – 5 p.m. Duck Derby occurring at 2:30 p.m.

Where: Girl Scout Camp Marydale, 10317 Cr-232, St. Francisville

Girl Scout Birthday Celebration & Duck Derby Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families When: Sunday, March 22, 2020

Recognized!... At the annual Adult Meeting & Recognition event, on our social media pages, and listed on the council website. Your Service Unit will also meet the criteria for the fund development portion of the President’s Award.

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Where: Girl Scout Camp Whispering Pines, 56535 Highway 1054, Independence The Juliette Low Fall Festival and Girl Scout Birthday Celebration raise funds for the Annual Family Giving Campaign, with the proceeds from these events being directed to benefit the council’s camp properties; Camp Covington, Camp Marydale, and Camp

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Whispering Pines. The festivals will host some of Juliette Low’s favorite outdoor activities and more including: canoeing, kayaking, archery, face painting, SWAPS, and the Duck Derby. Festival goers will also enjoy pony rides at Camp Marydale and a 40ft. rock wall at Camp Whispering Pines.

For just a $25 contribution/registration fee, you will get entrance for a whole family, one duck to race, and a full afternoon of fun.

Improve your odds by purchasing additional ducks for just $5 each.

Adopt your ducks and register for the festival on Eventbrite – using the link found on our GSLE website, www.gsle.org. Food will also be available for purchase at the events.

Each Duck Derby begins at 2:30 p.m. Hundreds of plastic ducks will compete for the grand prize. Participants will “quack” on their ducks as they try to swim to victory! The winner of the grand prize will receive a $200 Girl Scout ‘duck dough’ gift card which can be used for camp, programs, and shop items for Girl Scout members.

Any Cadette or older Girl Scouts who would like to help Ms. Jill herd the ducks across the finish line should contact Jill Pollard, COO, at 504-355-5871 or jpollard@gsle.org.

Juliette Gordon Low Leadership Luncheon Thursday, October 31, 2019 Doors open at 11:30 a.m.

Program begins at Noon

Audubon Tea Room 6500 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70118

M A R K YO U R C A L E N DA R S !

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Resident Camp NEWS for Summer 2020

“T here’s no place like camp” 2020 Registration process updates: Cookie Dough and GSLE Gift Cards can be used to pay the balance owed via telephone call to Customer Care (all balances paid in full by May 15, 2020).

Open House at Camp Covington Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families Come to Camp Covington and see all that it has to offer. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore the units your camper may stay in during the summer, the programs that are available, and meet some of the resident camp staff. No preregistration required!

If you complete your resident registration online at Open House (full payment due), you will receive a $25 discount!

When: Sunday, March 15, 2020 or Sunday, April 12, 2020

Open House

Time: 2 – 4 p.m.

Where: Camp Covington, 16013 Million Dollar Rd., Covington, LA Staff Support: Lauren Vance at lvance@gsle.org or 225-747-0403.

Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families

at Camp Marydale Come to Camp Marydale and see all that it has to offer. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore the units your camper may stay in during the summer, the programs that are available, and meet some of the resident camp staff. No preregistration required!

If you complete your resident registration online at Open House (full payment due), you will receive a $25 discount!

Open House

When: Sunday, March 29, 2020 or Sunday, April 26, 2020

at Camp Whispering Pines Open to girls, grades K – 12, and their families

Time: 2 – 4 p.m.

Where: Girl Scout Camp Marydale, St. Francisville, LA Staff Support: Lauren Vance at lvance@ gsle.org or 225-7470403.

Come to Camp Whispering Pines and see all that it has to offer. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore the units your camper may stay in during the summer, the programs that are available, and meet some of the resident camp staff. No preregistration required!

If you complete your resident registration online at Open House (full payment due), you will receive a $25 discount!

When: Sunday, March 22, 2020 or Sunday, April 19, 2020 Time: 2 – 4 p.m.

Where: Girl Scout Camp Whispering Pines, Independence, LA Staff Support: Lauren Vance at lvance@gsle.org or 225-7470403.

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Run for their future, run for your health. Girl Scouts Louisiana East is proud to host the 8th Annual GSLE Thin Mint Sprint 5K and 1 mile Daisy Dash fun run. These races will encourage a holistic approach to healthy living by encouraging girls and their families to lead more active lives, make smarter food choices, and build selfconfidence. The non-competitive race is open to both runners and walkers.

Thin Mint Sprint 5K and 1 mile Daisy Dash Saturday, April 18, 2020

T-Shirts T-shirts will be guaranteed to racers registered by March 15, 2020. Racers registering after March 15, 2020 can purchase a t-shirt at the race for $10 while supplies last.

Approximate Race Start Time: 8:00 AM Packet pickup and on-site registration opens 9:00 AM Welcome & opening ceremony 9:10 AM Daisy Dash begins 9:30 AM Thin Mint Sprint begins 9:30 AM Post Race celebration until 11:00 AM

ENTRY FEES: Daisy Dash 1-mile Fun Run Code: DD9301

– Register by March 25, 2020 - $15 per person (includes shirt & patch) – Register between March 26 and April 8, 2020 - $15 per person (no guarantee of shirt or patch availability) – Register day of race - $20 per person (no guarantee of shirt or patch availability)

Location Both races will start at the Tammany Trace – Koop Drive Trailhead. The trailhead is located near the intersection of I-12 and HWY 59 in Mandeville, LA. Festivities will take place at the Caboose Kids Konnection Playground.

Thin Mint Sprint 5K Code: TM9301

Girl Scout Perks Current Girl Scouts will receive a patch if they register for either race by March 25, 2020.

– Register by March 25, 2020 - $15 per person (includes shirt & patch) – Register between March 26 and April 8, 2020 - $15 per person (no guarantee of shirt or patch availability) – Register day of race - $20 per person (no guarantee of shirt or patch availability)

Register: Postal mail: GSLE Thin Mint Sprint Attn: Kevin Shipp 841 S. Clearview Parkway New Orleans, LA 70121 Fax: 504-733-8219 Email: kshipp@gsle.org More information: www.gsle.org/thinmintsprint

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EACH PARTICIPANT MUST HAVE A SEPARATE FORM

oThin Mint Sprint 5K (TM0301)

Please select your event:

o1 Mile Daisy Dash (DD0301)

Last Name _____________________________ First Name ______________________ Date of Birth____________ Girl Scout: Yes

No

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Phone number (________) _________________________

Street Address ________________________________ City _____________________ State ______ ZIP___________ E-mail Address ____________________________________ Shirt size:

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Emergency Contact Name ___________________________ Emergency Contact Phone _______________________

Entry Fees: Daisy Dash 1 Mile Fun Run

Thin Mint Sprint 5K

o $10 Register by March 25, 2020

o $10 Register by March 25, 2020

o $15 Register between March 26 – April 8, 2020

o $15 Register between March 26 – April 8, 2020

o $20 Register day of race, April 18, 2020

o $20 Register day of race, April 18, 2020

Coupon Code: _______________________ Payment Information: o CHECK (payable to Girl Scouts Louisiana East)

o MC

o Visa

o Discover

o AMEX

Name on Card ____________________________________________ Exp. Date ______/_______ Signature of Cardholder_____________________________________ Credit card Number ____________/____________/____________/___________ CVC ______ Acknowledgement & Waiver of Risk

I know that running a race is a potentially hazardous activity, which could cause injury or death. I will not enter and participate unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run.

I assume all risks associated with running in the event, including, but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather, including high heat and/or humidity, and the conditions of the road, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. I understand that bicycles, skateboards, roller skates or roller blades, and animals are not allowed in the race and I will abide by this guideline. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts, and in consideration of my entry, I hereby for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, or anyone else who may claim on my behalf, waive and release Girl Scouts Louisiana East, and any event sponsors, their representatives and successors, from all claim of liability, for death, personal injury or property damage of any kind of nature whatsoever arising out of, on in course of, my participating in this event, whether caused by negligence or fault. This release and waiver extends to all claims of every kind of nature whatsoever, foreseen and unforeseen, known and unknown. The undersigned further grants full permission to sponsors or agents authorized by them to use photographs, videotapes, motion pictures, recordings or any record of this event for any purpose. Minors only accepted with a parent or guardian’s signature.

Parent Signature (participant under 18 years of age) ____________________________________ Signature _____________________________________

Date_________________

(waiver must be signed to participate)

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Girl Scouts Louisiana East

Corporate Headquarters eventregister@gsle.org 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121-3119 (504) 733-8220 (800) 644-7571 F (504) 733-8219

Regional Service Center 545 Colonial Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806 (225) 927-8946 (800) 644-7571 F (225) 927-8402

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GSLE Program Event Registration Form

Event registration is now available online at www.gsle.org/ebiz under Activities Tab. Or you may register using this form - PLEASE COMPLETE BOTH SIDES OF FORM, AND INCLUDE REGISTRATION FEE. ** For processing purposes this form should be legible and easy to read.** Return to Headquarters address to the ATTN: Customer Care – Event Registrar, via email, fax, or mail.

REMINDER: It is the responsibility of leaders and transportation adults to assure they have parent permission slips/ troop outing forms completed and on hand for each girl participating in events.

Registration is for:

q Troop/Group

q Adult

q *Individual Girl (complete individual girl information below)

Event Code (mandatory): __________________ Event Name ____________________________________________ Event Date __________ Program Age Level (please check): Service Unit # ______________

qDaisy

qBrownie

Troop # ______________

qJunior

qCadette

qSenior

qAmbassador

Parish __________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________ Email __________________________________________________ Troop Leader’s or Parent/Guardian’s Name (please print clearly) Address_________________________________________________________ City _______________________________ ZIP____________ Phone # (h) (______) _____________________ (w) (______) _______________________ (c) (______) ______________________ Cost per Girl $ __________Cost per Adult $ __________

AI/AN

Total Amount Enclosed $___________________ Payment in FULL is required for form to be processed.

Send payment amount for only event listed on form.

# girls

Payment Information (please check):

# adults

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q CHECK (payable to Girl Scouts Louisiana East) qMC

qVISA

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H/PI

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TOTAL

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KEY:

Name on Card _______________________________________________________

AI/AN - American Indian/Alaskan Native

B/AA – Black or African American H/O - Hispanic, Other

Account # _______/________/________/________ Exp. Date _____/_____ CVC ______

A – Asian

H/PI – Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

W - White

Cardholder Signature _____________________________________________________ The following MUST BE COMPLETED and SIGNED by the PARENT/GUARDIAN LISTED ABOVE for any girl requesting to attend an event or activity as an INDIVIDUAL. For girls attending with a troop/group – troop adults are responsible for obtaining parent permission and health information for participating members unless requested otherwise in the event details.

Girl’s Name: ________________________________________________________ List any health conditions that event coordinator should be aware of or would limit girl’s participation in activities: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ List current medications: ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Allergies to medication, food, insects, etc. _________________________________________________________________________________ Physician or Clinic: __________________________________________________________ Phone (_____) ___________________________ Person to notify in case of emergency, if parents cannot be reached: Name: ____________________________________________________________________ Phone (_____) ____________________________ Address _______________________________________________________ City _________________________ State _____ Zip _________ I give permission for my daughter to participate in the activity listed at the top of this event form, including transportation, if provided, to and from the program site.

I hereby give Girl Scouts Louisiana East, the right and permission, without compensation to use photographs/videos of my daughter and her name for publicity and public relations purposes. I give permission for my daughter, _____________________________________ , to receive emergency medical treatment if necessary.

______________________________________________ Signature of parent / guardian

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GSLE 8/1/2017

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______________________________________________ Signature of parent / guardian

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545 Colonial Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70806 800-644-7571 • gsle.org

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID BATON ROUGE, LA PERMIT NO. 444

Girl Scouts Louisiana East serves the parishes of Ascension, Assumption, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberville, Jefferson, Lafourche, Livingston, Orleans, Plaquemines, Pointe Coupee, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. Helena, St. James, St. John, St. Mary, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Terrebonne, Washington, West Baton Rouge, and West Feliciana. It is funded by voluntary philanthropic contributions, the cookie and fall product sales, fees for services, and the United Way in selected parishes.