Shore Things Your guide to activities and trips offered by the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore from August 2010 – February 2011
Go Girls! In September 2011, every Girl Scout at every level will use two things that that will make her part of a powerful sisterhood.
The Journey of Her Choice
The Girl's Guide to Girl Scouting
Fun Times in
Exploring Leadership
Building Skills
Girl Scouts*
A focused adventure with prestigious awards
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A fresh update of beloved traditions
It's Your World – Change It!
Badges
It's Your Planet – Love It!
Handbook
It's Your Story – Tell It!* (available Jan 2011)
Cookie Program
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and the 15 leadership benefits we've promised girls!
Try-It’s, Junior Badges and Interest Projects are not going away. They will look slightly different and some will have different names. All will be called badges, but there will still be opportunities for girls to build skills in familiar and new areas of interest.
What do you do between now and September 2011?
Use the journeys and existing badge activities (check out the journey maps online at www.girlscouts.org for examples of using badges and journeys together for a great experience.) You can still work on the existing try-it’s, badges, etc.
contact information
Welcome to the Fall 2010 issue of Shore Things, the program and training calendar for Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore. This issue covers programs and trips from August 2010 through February 2011. Shore Things will also be posted on the council website, www.girlscoutsjs.org as a searchable calendar and PDF. Additional information and more details will be added to the website as it becomes available. Changes have been made to the Earliest date for registering for program and trips; there are some exceptions depending on the activity. Earliest date is: • Now for activities that will take place through December. • November 1st for activities through February. • January 1st for activities through June. How do I know if a program is closed or full? Check the program on the website or call ext. 218. A list is also posted in each shop.
Important Contact Information (732) 349-4499 (732) 938-5454 (800) 785-2090 Jenny Cody, ext. 220 Senior Director of Program Services jcody@girlscoutsjs.org
Patricia Kurz, ext. 125 Senior Director of Camping & Facilities pkurz@girlscoutsjs.org
Kelly McGraw, ext. 131 Director of Volunteer Development kmcgraw@girlscoutsjs.org
Joan Basilotto, ext. 127 Outdoor Program Manager jbasilotto@girlscoutsjs.org
Susan Warnken, ext. 128 Leadership Specialist swarnken@girlscoutsjs.org
BJ Wood, ext. 132 Leadership Specialist bjwood@girlscoutsjs.org
Susu Garcia, ext. 205 Leadership Specialist sgarcia@girlscoutsjs.org
Michelle Masarik, ext. 181 Outdoor Program Specialist mmasarik@girlscoutsjs.org
Debby DeAngelo, ext. 224 Debbie Edick, ext. 214 Administrative Assistants/Program Registrars ddeangelo@girlscoutsjs.org dedick@girlscoutsjs.org
Barbara Cruz, ext. 156 Facilities & Outdoor Program Registrar bcruz@girlscoutsjs.org
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5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals! – Series 2.................................................................................................................22 Bird Count – Christmas.......................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Bird Count – Great Backyard............................................................................................................................................................... 19 Carnival........................................................................................................................................................................................................22 Celebrate the Pine Barrens....................................................................................................................................................................17 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs!....................................................................................................................................................21 Clubs for Daisies........................................................................................................................................................................................15 Daisies Construct a Nutty Plan........................................................................................................................................................... 20 Daisies Finger Arts.................................................................................................................................................................................. 20 Daisies and Their Cookies......................................................................................................................................................................21 Daisy Archery............................................................................................................................................................................................ 20 Daisy Orienteers........................................................................................................................................................................................21 Discover Our Lighthouses......................................................................................................................................................................21 Discover Our Oceans...............................................................................................................................................................................21 Dr. Suess Knew...........................................................................................................................................................................................21 Fright Fest at Six Flags..............................................................................................................................................................................17 Ground Water Festival............................................................................................................................................................................ 19 Holidays Around the World....................................................................................................................................................................21 Horse Expo................................................................................................................................................................................................. 18 Imagine That!.............................................................................................................................................................................................22 Introduction to Horses.......................................................................................................................................................................... 20 Introduction to Robotics........................................................................................................................................................................21 It’s Your World – Become an Environmental Steward................................................................................................................. 19 Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey.................................................................................................................................................21 Medieval Times......................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Mystery Lunch - Fancy Nancy “Heart to Heart”............................................................................................................................22 National Aquarium – Baltimore........................................................................................................................................................... 19 Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular................................................................................................................................ 18 Reaching Out – Service Projects......................................................................................................................................................... 16 Spooktacular...............................................................................................................................................................................................17 Stars in Your Eyes.................................................................................................................................................................................... 20 Teamwork and Teamplay...................................................................................................................................................................... 20 Teamwork and Teamplay II...................................................................................................................................................................22 Welcome to the Daisy Flower Garden – Series 1...........................................................................................................................22
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A World of Girls – Series 2..................................................................................................................................................................... 25 Bird Count – Christmas...........................................................................................................................................................................19 Bird Count – Great Backyard................................................................................................................................................................19 Black History Try-It Kit............................................................................................................................................................................ 27 Blueprint for Success.............................................................................................................................................................................. 23 Brownie Archery....................................................................................................................................................................................... 23 Brownie Art of Illusion Try-It................................................................................................................................................................. 25 Brownie Boating........................................................................................................................................................................................ 23 Brownie Cookie Go Getter....................................................................................................................................................................26 Brownie Craft Sampler Try-It............................................................................................................................................................... 23 Brownie Horseback Riding.................................................................................................................................................................... 23 Brownie Quest – Series 1....................................................................................................................................................................... 25 Camp Crafting........................................................................................................................................................................................... 24 Carnival........................................................................................................................................................................................................26 Celebrate the Pine Barrens.................................................................................................................................................................... 17 Climbing Wall.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 24 Clubs for Brownies.................................................................................................................................................................................... 15 Discover our Lighthouses...................................................................................................................................................................... 25 Discover our Oceans...............................................................................................................................................................................18 Every Drop Counts..................................................................................................................................................................................26 Fright Fest at Six Flags.............................................................................................................................................................................. 17 Garden State Discovery Museum Sleepover................................................................................................................................. 25 Ground Water Festival.............................................................................................................................................................................19 Horse Expo..................................................................................................................................................................................................18 Horseback Riding Program (Teacher Convention Break).......................................................................................................... 25 Imagine That!............................................................................................................................................................................................. 22 Introduction to Robotics.......................................................................................................................................................................26 It’s Your World – Become an Environmental Steward..................................................................................................................19 Junie B - Let’s Pretend............................................................................................................................................................................26 Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey................................................................................................................................................ 25 Medieval Times..........................................................................................................................................................................................19 Mystery Lunch - Case of the Disappearing Dance Diva.............................................................................................................26 National Aquarium - Baltimore.............................................................................................................................................................19 Native American Try-It...........................................................................................................................................................................26 Outdoor Adventurer................................................................................................................................................................................ 24 Outdoor Skills............................................................................................................................................................................................ 24 Pen Pal Network.........................................................................................................................................................................................16 Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular.................................................................................................................................18 Reaching Out – Service Projects..........................................................................................................................................................16 Ready, Set, Go Camping......................................................................................................................................................................... 24 Spooktacular.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 25 Take a Hike: Brownie Orienteering..................................................................................................................................................... 24 Teamwork and Teamplay....................................................................................................................................................................... 23 Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore • Shore Things • Spring 2010
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Archery I & II...............................................................................................................................................................................................27 Art in 3-D Badge Kit.................................................................................................................................................................................27 Bird Count – Christmas.......................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Bird Count – Great Backyard............................................................................................................................................................... 19 Black History Badge Kit..........................................................................................................................................................................27 Boston Trip.................................................................................................................................................................................................32 Camp Crafting.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 30 Camp Together........................................................................................................................................................................................ 30 Canoe I & II..................................................................................................................................................................................................28 Canoe Racing Team..................................................................................................................................................................................31 Carnival.........................................................................................................................................................................................................31 Celebrate the Pine Barrens....................................................................................................................................................................17 Challenge Course I & II............................................................................................................................................................................28 Climbing Wall..............................................................................................................................................................................................28 Clubs for Juniors........................................................................................................................................................................................15 Construct a Nutty Plan...........................................................................................................................................................................28 Cookie Connection...................................................................................................................................................................................31 Crime Scene Investigative Fun............................................................................................................................................................27 Discover our Lighthouses......................................................................................................................................................................29 Discover our Oceans.............................................................................................................................................................................. 18 Fondant Fun II.............................................................................................................................................................................................31 Franklin Institute Camp In.....................................................................................................................................................................32 Fright Fest at Six Flags..............................................................................................................................................................................17 Fun at the Fair Badge...............................................................................................................................................................................29 Get Moving – Series 1...............................................................................................................................................................................29 Ground Water Festival............................................................................................................................................................................ 19 High on Life.................................................................................................................................................................................................32 Horse Expo................................................................................................................................................................................................. 18 Horseback Riding Program (Teacher Convention Break)......................................................................................................... 30 Introduction to Robotics.......................................................................................................................................................................26 It’s Your Story – Tell It! – Series 2........................................................................................................................................................ 30 It’s Your World – Become an Environmental Steward................................................................................................................. 19 Junior Horse I & II......................................................................................................................................................................................29 Junior Orienteering................................................................................................................................................................................. 30 Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey................................................................................................................................................29 Medieval Times......................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Mother’s Helper........................................................................................................................................................................................28 Mystery Lunch - Case of the Missing Ring........................................................................................................................................32 National Aquarium - Baltimore............................................................................................................................................................ 19 Oil Up Badge................................................................................................................................................................................................31 Outdoor Cook........................................................................................................................................................................................... 30 Outdoor Fun.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 30 Pen Pal Network........................................................................................................................................................................................ 16 Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular................................................................................................................................ 18 6
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continued Reaching Out – Service Projects......................................................................................................................................................... 16 Self-Defense for Juniors........................................................................................................................................................................29 Ski / Snow Tubing Trip..............................................................................................................................................................................32 Spooktacular...............................................................................................................................................................................................17 Stand Up for Yourself...............................................................................................................................................................................31 Water Sheds...............................................................................................................................................................................................28 World Water Monitoring Day................................................................................................................................................................27 Yarn and Fabric Arts.................................................................................................................................................................................31 Zink the Zebra Patch Kit.........................................................................................................................................................................27
cadettes seniors ambassadors Advanced Outdoor Cooking IP............................................................................................................................................................36 Archery I & II...............................................................................................................................................................................................27 Bird Count – Christmas.......................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Bird Count – Great Backyard............................................................................................................................................................... 19 Boston Trip.................................................................................................................................................................................................39 Cake Decorating II....................................................................................................................................................................................37 Camping IP..................................................................................................................................................................................................33 Canoe I & II..................................................................................................................................................................................................28 Canoe Racing Team.................................................................................................................................................................................38 Carnival – Carol Kubida Fundraiser....................................................................................................................................................39 Celebrate the Pine Barrens....................................................................................................................................................................17 Challenge Course I & II............................................................................................................................................................................33 Climbing Wall............................................................................................................................................................................................. 34 Clubs for Cadettes/Seniors/Ambassadors......................................................................................................................................15 College & Careers – Seniors and Ambassadors............................................................................................................................37 Community Service Bar in Girl Scouting......................................................................................................................................... 34 Couch Potato IP........................................................................................................................................................................................38 Discover our Lighthouses......................................................................................................................................................................35 Discover our Oceans IP..........................................................................................................................................................................36 Eco Action IP............................................................................................................................................................................................. 34 Fashion Design IP..................................................................................................................................................................................... 34 Friday Night Fun – Beading....................................................................................................................................................................37 Friday Night Fun – Hawaiian Luau.......................................................................................................................................................37 Fright Fest at Six Flags..............................................................................................................................................................................17 Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore • Shore Things • Spring 2010
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cadettes seniors ambassadors continued
GSUSA Destinations................................................................................................................................................................................37 Girltopia – Journey Overnight – Cadettes only..............................................................................................................................37 Gold Award Workshop............................................................................................................................................................................36 Good Morning America..........................................................................................................................................................................36 Ground Water Festival............................................................................................................................................................................ 19 Horse Expo................................................................................................................................................................................................. 18 Horseback Riding IP................................................................................................................................................................................ 34 Horseback Riding Program (Teacher Convention Break)..........................................................................................................35 In the Pink IP...............................................................................................................................................................................................38 Introduction to Robotics.......................................................................................................................................................................37 It’s Your World............................................................................................................................................................................................ 19 LIA! Leader in Action...............................................................................................................................................................................38 Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey................................................................................................................................................35 Marvelous Mysteries IP...........................................................................................................................................................................33 Maze Mania-aMAZE – Journey Overnight – Seniors only...........................................................................................................37 Medieval Times......................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 National Aquarium - Baltimore............................................................................................................................................................ 19 Orienteering IP...........................................................................................................................................................................................37 Paper Works IP..........................................................................................................................................................................................38 Pen Pal Network........................................................................................................................................................................................ 16 Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular................................................................................................................................ 18 Reaching Out – Service Projects......................................................................................................................................................... 16 Salve Regina Leadership Conference...............................................................................................................................................38 Self Defense – CSA................................................................................................................................................................................. 34 Silver and Gold Award Committee.....................................................................................................................................................33 Silver Award Workshop...........................................................................................................................................................................36 Six Flags Camporee or Day Program (Performing Arts IP)........................................................................................................35 Ski / Snow Tubing Trip..............................................................................................................................................................................39 Spooktacular Teen Prep........................................................................................................................................................................33 Wider Opportunities Information Night...........................................................................................................................................36 World Water Monitoring Day................................................................................................................................................................33
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Training Advanced Outdoor Skills........................................................................................................................................................................13 Basic Outdoor Skills..................................................................................................................................................................................13 First Aid & CPR/AED.................................................................................................................................................................................13 GS Leadership Experience Courses (GSLE)...................................................................................................................................12 Leadership Training (LT1)........................................................................................................................................................................12 Troop Product Sales Manager Training..............................................................................................................................................13
Miscellaneous Caring for Camp.........................................................................................................................................................................................17 Coming Attractions................................................................................................................................................................................40 Council Patch Programs........................................................................................................................................................................ 16 Day Camp Open House......................................................................................................................................................................... 18 Product Sales...............................................................................................................................................................................................11 Product Sale Advantage (PSA)............................................................................................................................................................ 10 Program / Event Registration Procedure...........................................................................................................................................14 Religious Awards....................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
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Earn greater Product Sale incentives Effective with the 2009 Fall Product Sale Program, this initiative replaces ALL previous wider opportunity programs for older girls.
Make the most of your
Product Sale Advantage (PSA)
Girls have the option of PSA participation with these benefits: Nut Sale
Girls will receive one dollar ($1) per nut item, after the first 20 items sold. The troop/group/ Juliette will also receive the basic commission from the first item sold.
Cookie Sale
Girls will receive one dollar ($1) per cookie box sold, after the first 50 boxes sold. The troop/ group/Juliette will also receive the basic commission from the first item sold.
The qualifications and criterion vary by Girl Scout level. Juniors Girls who commit to the PSA have the current Girl Scout year’s cookie sale to earn money toward a council-sponsored two or three night June trip during the same year. Cadettes Girls who commit to the PSA have the current Girl Scout year’s cookie sale to earn money for Seniors one-year earning programs. An additional Girl Scout year is added for girls planning participation Ambassadors in two-year earning programs. Council-sponsored one- and two-year programs are listed below. One Year Earning Programs • Council Sponsored two or three night trips (Boston) • Camp Program Aide • Guardstart • Salve Regina
Two Year Earning Programs • GSUSA destinations • Council-sponsored national and international Wider Opportunities • Gold Award projects requiring special funding
Girls who commit to the PSA are not eligible to receive other incentives, except for patches. Once declared, money is non-transferrable to another program. If a girl backs out of a program, the money she earned will be transferred to a council financial assistance fund.
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Gift of Caring
Nuts / magazines
The Girl Scout Fall Product Sale Program is a perfect opportunity for friends and family to “give back” to their community during the holiday season. Not only does their gift help a family in need through the Monmouth/Ocean Food Bank, it also supports the girl participating in the program. A Gift of Caring is also a great way to get someone involved who may not want to purchase nuts or magazines for themselves. The council handles all deliveries. If girls would prefer to choose a different Gift of Caring recipient they can. Simply let the council know who your donations will benefit.
Troop Timeline Sept. 15-30 Train girls/parents at a troop meeting
Review all safety policies; refer to Safety Wise handbook
Distribute and collect permission slips
Oct. 1 -17
Order taking begins; do not collect money at this time
Oct. 20
Deadline to enter troop orders and magazine subscriptions (both online confirmations and paper order forms). Turn in your paper forms and address booklets to your Product Sale Coordinator
Nov. 8–11
Delivery of products to troops
Nov 12-23 Girls deliver products and collect money
Booth sales begin
Nov. 30
All deposit copies submitted to the Product Sale Coordinator
Magazine / Nut Promises Online The magazine component of the 2010 Fall Product Sale Program has been redesigned to better help girls achieve their goals while learning modern entrepreneurial skills. •
Magazines can be purchased online. Look for the link on the council website (girlscoutsjs.org) and on the council fall product sale website (jerseyshoregirlscoutnuts.com).
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Girls can also direct their customers to the website to renew subscriptions as well. No paperwork is needed. Everything is online. Best of all, whether the order is completed on paper or online, girl incentives and troop earnings are identical.
BONUS: Girls who provide e-mails to invite 12 or more friends and/or members of the family to order magazine online will receive a bonus patch. To earn the incentive, they MUST print the confirmation and detail order report and submit it to their troop by the due date.
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Throughout the sale, girls can logon to track their progress. They can also send additional e-mails to help them reach their goals and achieve their dreams.
Troops Proceeds Average Items Sold Per Registered Girl 1-35 35+ Every mag subscription Every completed address book
Amount Per Nut Item Sold .70 cents .75 cents $2.00 $3.00
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Training Volunteer Training Opportunities
The Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore are committed to providing opportunities for volunteers to grow in competency and skills, as well as their overall understanding of the mission and guiding principles of Girl Scouting and the fundamentals of the Girl Scout program. A wide range of training opportunities are provided in an effort to meet the needs of our volunteers. Training opportunities are designed to be flexible, engage adults in active participation, conflict resolution and cooperative learning experiences. These courses can be completed online. Visit our council website for a listing of available online courses. All adults who work with a Girl Scout troop on a consistent basis must be registered and must take leadership training which is a requirement for the leader and assistant leader.
Welcome Webinars!
Webinars happen online and by conference call at the same time. Each participant sits at his/her own computer and is connected to the course facilitator and other participants via the internet and phone. Participants will view a presentation while hearing the instructor over the phone. This is a new convenient option which allows you to learn in the comfort of your own home. Pre- registration is required for every course.
Training Registration Process
Registration is a must for all courses and will be confirmed upon receipt. Please complete a training registration form (located in the back of this publication) and return it to the service center with refundable registration fee of $5.00 and additional fee for cost related courses. Make checks payable to Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore. Registration fee will be refunded on the date of the course when the participant attends. Registration fee will be refunded if participant cancels 48 hours prior to course date; fee will not be refunded if attendee cancels within 48 hours of course. If you have a question or would like additional information that is not posted here, contact Volunteer Development at 800-785-2090 ext 123.
In the interest of providing a valuable learning experience for volunteer leaders and volunteer trainers, the council may cancel a course if: 1. Less than five participants are registered for a course. 2. The council closes one/both service centers and/or Monmouth and Ocean County schools are closed.
Special Needs Please call the Service Center at 800-785-2090 to inform us of any special training needs. We will attempt to meet your needs
Leadership Training 1 (LT1)
Leadership Training 1 is an introduction into leading girls. It provides information needed to work with girls, get a troop started, utilize necessary resources, practice and understand Girl Scout traditions, gain understating of council and national guidelines - including forms, holding ceremonies, participating in product sales, handling a troop bank account and more. Course LT1 LT1 LT1 LT1 LT1
Time 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Place Webinar/Conference Call Ocean Service Center Program Activity Center Ocean Service Center Webinar/Conference Call
GS Leadership Experience Courses (GSLE)
The Girl Scout Leadership Experience is the new face of Girl Scouting. It is the center of the new Girl Scout Program which was created to help girls and adults develop their own leadership skills. Girls of different ages follow different “Journeys” towards developing themselves as leaders. They discover things about themselves and the world around them. They connect with their friends, other Girl Scouts, and families and take action in the community, locally and globally, to make the world a better place. Girl Scouts of the USA has designed a step by step course for leaders to understand the new Girl Scout Leadership Experience and provide direction for working with existing program materials. This course will show leaders of every age level how to lead the girls through their own leadership experience called GS Journeys as well as instructions on using badges, try-its and interest project patches to enhance the leadership experience for girls and adults. Course GSLE for Daisy Leaders
Date Oct 8 Nov 16 Dec 7 Jan 18
Time 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 7:00p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Place Webinar/Conference Call Ocean Service Center Program Activity Center Webinar/Conference Call
GSLE for Brownie Leaders
Sept 1 Sept 22 Oct 5 Nov 4 Feb 2
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Webinar/Conference Call Oakhurst Recreation Program Activity Center Ocean Service Center Ocean Service Center
GSLE for Junior Leaders
Sept 2 Sept 29 Oct 13 Oct 25 Feb 8
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Program Activity Center Webinar/Conference Call Oakhurst Recreation Ocean Service Center Ocean Service Center
GSLE for New Cadette Leaders
Sept 22
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Ocean Service Center
GSLE Sept 23 for Cadette, Senior & Oct 28 Ambassador Leaders
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Oakhurst Recreation
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Date Aug 24 Sept 14 Oct 19 Nov 10 Feb 3
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Program Activity Center
Training First Aid & CPR/AED
Advanced Outdoor Skills
Full CPR/FirstAid/AED Cost: $35 Course Date Time Place Full CPR/ Sept 11 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Ocean Service Center First Aid/ Sept 25 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. West Park Recreation, Oakhurst AED Oct 2 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Program Activity Center
Troop Product Sales Manager Training
**Two Oct 13 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Session & Course Oct 14 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. ** Two Dec 8 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Session & Course Dec 9 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Nut Sale Course Nuts
Volunteers seeking certification in First Aid may take advantage of courses offered through Jersey Coast Chapter of the American Red Cross, National Safety Council, Emergency Medical Planning, or other equivalent council approved courses.
CPR Recertification Cost: $15 Course Date CPR/FA Sept 29 Recert Oct 27 CPR Oct 7 Recert Nov 10 Nov 11 Dec 16
Ocean Service Center Ocean Service Center *Must attend both Ocean Service Center Ocean Service Center *Must attend both
Time 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Place Oakhurst Recreation Oakhurst Recreation
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Ocean Service Center Program Activity Center Ocean Service Center Ocean Service Center
This course is designed for participants to experience additional outdoor skills such as pitching tents, advanced cooking methods (creating ways to cook out of common materials), lashing, and building a wash bin with poles. All courses are for Adults ONLY, and runs in the Spring. Please call to express interest.
The Troop Product Sales Manager in your troop is the adult who has volunteered to handle the Nut/QSP and/or Cookie Sale for you troop. GSJS has designed a training to help organize the troop’s sale. This course is required for all new Troop Product Sales Managers. Date Sept 23 Sept 23 Sept 25 Sept 28 Sept 28
Cookie Sale Course Date Cookie Jan 6 Jan 6 Jan 8 Jan 11 Jan 11
Time 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Place Ocean Service Center Ocean Service Center Ocean Service Center Program Activity Center Program Activity Center
Time 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Place Ocean Service Center Ocean Service Center Ocean Service Center Program Activity Center Program Activity Center
Outdoor Education
Adults attend Outdoor education Courses in order to learn the necessary outdoor skills, and learn how to teach these skills to the girls. Outdoor training is required whenever a leader plans to implement skilled outdoor activities including outdoor cooking. Since space is limited, course is available on a first come-first serve basis.
Basic Outdoor Skills
This course for Adults only includes skill training in health and safety planning with girls, outdoor cooking skills, basic knots and use of tools. A prep session is required for this course for adults to plan their menu and purchase food items for the weekend. Outdoor training develops not only a leader's skills in the outdoor program but utilizes the patrol system for budgeting, menu planning, and shopping. All courses are ADULTS ONLY. Do not include fee with registration. Participants must bring $15 cash to the Prep course. Fee: $15.00 Course Date Time Place Prep Sept 27 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Ocean Service Center Overnight Oct 9 – 10 9:00 a.m. (Sat) – 12:00 p.m. (Sun) Camp Amity Acres Prep Oct 5 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Lakeside Activity Center Overnight Oct 16 – 17 9:00 a.m. (Sat) – 12:00 p.m. (Sun) Camp Sacajawea
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Registration Procedures How to Register
There are currently two ways to register – Walk-In or Mail. Telephone and/or fax registrations will not be accepted. Send Them In: Fill out the Program Registration form, attach payment(s) with a separate check for each program and session, and mail to: Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Attn: Program 1405 Old Freehold Road Toms River, NJ 08753 All mailed registrations will be processed by postmark date, not date received. Walk Them In: Completed registration forms, with attached payment, will be accepted at either Service Center. Please place both the registration form and payment in an envelope with event name and current date on front. Their “postmark date” will be the date they are placed in the Program Registration Box.
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What if you have a special need?
Let us know! Please let us know in advance if you need the following: wheelchair accessibility, sign-language interpreter, food allergy adaptations or other special needs. Due to the nature of some of these activities, accommodations may not be available in all circumstances. If you have questions about a particular activity do not hesitate to contact the Program Department.
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Everyone participating in a Council Program must be a registered Girl Scout. If you are not currently, please also include an extra $12 for GSUSA membership dues. Pre-Registration and pre-payment is required for all programs. No “walk-ins” will be permitted. Please enclose a separate check for each program. Events are closed when all registration slots are filled, even if before the listed deadline date. If an event is full, you may ask to be placed on a waiting list. Confirmations will be mailed or emailed after the registration deadline. If you did not receive one, please call one of the Program Registrars. Most registration fees and deposits are NON REFUNDABLE OR TRANSFERABLE. Refunds will be issued if an event is cancelled. Girl permission slips and health forms are the responsibility of the troop leader/advisor. Girls may register individually if her troop is not attending, or she is a Juliette. An adult must accompany Daisy, Brownie, and Junior age girls and, in some instances, an adult must accompany Cadette, Senior or Ambassador girls as well. NO Tagalongs - a tagalong is a child not registered in your troop, such as a sibling of any age. A tagalong can also be a Girl Scout who attends an event that is offered for an age level different than her own. Tagalongs change the dynamics of the event, which is not fair to the other participants or the facilitator.
Explore the Website!
Visit our website at www.girlscoutsjs.org. In addition to easily finding programs to find what’s just right for you, our website offers alerts or brand new Program opportunities and frequent updates. Sometimes date and even locations can change! For all the up-to-date information, visit our website.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Events and trips may be cancelled if either the Monmouth/Ocean Service Center and/or Monmouth/Ocean County Schools close due to inclement weather. In the event of a cancellation, the adult listed on the registration form will receive a phone call. Cancellations will also be listed on www.girlscoutsjs.org, or by calling 800-785-2090, ext. 218. Only those registered for an event will be notified of any changes or cancellations. 14
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Get together with like-minded girls, explore your interests and enjoy specific activities. Clubs are open to all girls; individually registered girls, or girls in a troop or group. Friends welcome. Non-Girl Scouts welcome, must register at the first meeting. All girls are treated as individuals, even if they're in a troop. Want to create a new club? Contact Jenny Cody or Joan Basilotto.
Horse Club
BROWNIE/JUNIOR/CADETTE/SENIOR/ AMBASSADOR Registrations are taken anytime Have you seen our Horse Club news on the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore website? Go to www.girlscoutsjs.org and click on outdoor/horse club to learn more about becoming a member, as well as for latest information on news and events, and new locations/times as we add them. Date/Time/Location Chariot Riders, Manchester Second Sat, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Chariot Riders, Farmingdale Second Sat, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Showtime Stables Second Wed, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Rein Dancer TBA Cost: $5 dues per meeting attended. Meetings are generally once per month; dues are paid at meeting. Contact: Michelle
NEW! Archery Club
DAISY/BROWNIE/JUNIOR/CADETTE/SENIOR/ AMBASSADOR/ADULT Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Join a club that’s all about ARCHERY! We’ll have monthly meetings, learn archery range rules, practice our shooting and learn about archery competitions. Dues will be $10.00 a month. Meetings will be hosted once a month at Camp Sacajawea and Camp Amity Acres. You can attend meetings at either camps or both camps for the same monthly fee. At the first meeting, we will discuss what you would like to do at future meetings, and also set meeting dates. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Tue, Sept 14, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #2 Wed, Sept 29, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $10 per month Contact: Joan
Robotics Club
DAISY/BROWNIE/JUNIOR/CADETTE/SENIOR/ AMBASSADOR Registrations are taken anytime Want to know how to make things work? The Robotics Club is a fun way to learn how to creatively make a working model respond to your commands. You will connect, construct, contemplate and continue learning through the challenges presented. The process of girls actively building, programming, investigating, writing and communicating benefits our girls' development in numerous ways. Science: transmission of motion and the transfer of energy. Technology: program and create a working model. Engineering: build, program and test the models. Mathematics: Measure time in seconds and tenths of a second; estimate, measure. Language: communicate in both spoken and written forms; prepare and deliver a demonstration using your model. Robotics Club meets at different locations at different times; choose the best location and time for you and your child. We focus on the Lego Education WeDo Robotics that provide a handson learning experience that actively engages creative thinking, teamwork and problem-solving skills. We will continue to set up and establish more clubs throughout our council’s jurisdiction as the number of girls increase. If one of these locations does not suit your needs please call or email. You must register to pkurz@girlscoutsjs.org or (732) 938-5454, ext. 125 before attending a meeting. Visit our webpage for more information www.girlscoutsjs.org/clubs/robotics. Date/Time/Location: Choose the option that best suits your needs: Hazlet, Cullen Center, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Sept 11, Oct 9, Nov 13, Dec 18 Farmingdale, ProgramActivityCenter, 10:00a.m.–12:00p.m. Sept 11, Oct 2, Nov 13, Dec 11 Toms River, Ocean Service Center, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Sept 25, Oct 16, Nov 20, Dec 18 Red Bank Library Sept 12, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Oct 2, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Nov 6, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Dec 4, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cost: $8 per monthly meeting Contact: Patricia Kurz
Aviation
If you are interested in learning about flying, please contact pkurz@girlscoutsjs.org for information about workshops and clinics.
clubs Rocketry Club
B R OWN I E /J U N I O R / C A D E T T E / S E N I O R / AMBASSADOR Earliest: Now Deadline: When full The Rocketry Club is designed to introduce girls to the world of model rocketry. Girls will build and launch their own rockets. Girls will also be forming a rocketry team to participate in local rocketry events. Visit our website at www.girlscoutsjs.org to learn more about becoming a member, meeting dates and dues. Activities within the club will be grouped by grade and/or ability. This session will provide girls with information about the club and to find out if you’d like to join. There will be a rocket launch demonstration and a workshop to build and launch your own rocket. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Nov 6, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $10 per participant; includes rocket kit Contact: Michelle
College & Careers
SENIOR/AMBASSADOR Earliest: Now Deadline: Nov 12 What does the future hold for you? Are you curious about freshman year in college? Are you curious about which careers are right for you? Do you know what you want to do, but have questions? Don’t know what you want to do, but would like help in finding out where your talents lie? Come to one of these first meetings and help us set the course for future workshops and activities. At the first meeting you will meet a local woman vet; she will give you an overview of her vocation and the road she took to get here where she is today. Come with an open mind and suggestions. Join us for dessert and refreshments. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Mon, Nov 15, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES #2 Mon, Nov 15, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $10 per girl Contact: BJ
Astronomy
B R OWN I E /J U N I O R / C A D E T T E / S E N I O R / AMBASSADOR/ADULT Have you every gazed up at the sky and wondered what is up there? What is the name of that cluster of stars? Can you see a planet? Join like-minded girls and spend some time stargazing through telescopes and discovering what is really out there. Activities in the club will be grouped by age. Date/Time/Location Note: Once we have names of interested girls and adults ,a meeting date and place will be set. Cost: $5 per meeting Contact: Susan
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Miscellaneous Reaching Out –
Service Projects, Pen Pals and Religious Awards Birthday in a Box
Children deserve a Birthday Party, no matter what circumstances they are in. Here is a way we can help make that happen. Decorate a box with Birthday slogans and designs, then fill it with “birthday fun;” cake mix, frosting, party favors, candles, cards, a small gift (new book or little game). You have just made a child’s birthday special. These boxes need to be complete. You may donate your birthday box to any local charity that supports children, or drop it off at one of the Council Service Centers. Contact: Monmouth Service Center – Susan Ocean Service Center – Susu
Green Footprints – Count the Hours You Give in Community Service!
This multi-level patch program teaches girls how they can have an impact and make their world a better place. We’ll track every hour of community service. How many green footprints can we leave across our community, our towns and counties? Let’s work together and find out. Patch program requirements can be found in each service center shop or online at www.girlscoutsjs.org. Contact: Monmouth Service Center – Susan Ocean Service Center – Susu
Local Animal Shelters
US Girl Scout Pen Pal Network
Aluminum Drink Can Tabs
Earliest: Now Deadline: None Request a link with a Girl Scout troop in one of the following areas in the country: North, South, East or West. Note on registration form your 1st, 2nd & 3rd choices. Pen Pal links should be requested only by Girl Scout troop leaders for troops interested in long-term correspondence (one year minimum). Links for individual girls cannot be made. Links are not guaranteed, but if one is made, it may take up to two months to establish. You will be notified when a link has been successfully made. Contact: Debby
Local animal shelters are always looking for items. A few suggestions include: Purina Kitten or Cat Chow, NEW kitty litter pans, heating pads, blankets and towels, cat & kitten non-catnip toys, grooming brushes – cat/dog, sponges with scrub side, and bleach. Supplies should be dropped off at your local animal shelter. Contact: Monmouth Service Center – Susan Ocean Service Center – Susu
Can tabs are a source of income for Ronald McDonald House, a facility that provides a home away from home to the immediate families of seriously ill children who are being treated in local hospitals. Ronald McDonald House sells the tabs to a local recycling company for cash. Aluminum Can Tabs can be dropped off at Ronald McDonald House, 131 Bath Avenue, Long Branch, or you may bring them to one of the Council Service Centers. Contact: Monmouth Service Center – Susan Ocean Service Center – Susu
BROWNIE/JUNIOR/CADETTE/SENIOR AMBASSADOR
Religious Awards
The Religious Awards programs are created and designed by the various religious groups to encourage girls to grow stronger in their faith. These awards programs provide opportunities for girls to reinforce and internalize the values they have learned in Girl Scouting and to relate them to their faith. For more information about these awards and how to get started please visit our website at www.girlscoutsjs.org. Contact: Susan
Council Patch Programs Looking for something a little different and fun to do? Check out GSJS’s Council Patch Programs on our website: www.girlscoutsjs.org. There are a variety of patch programs to work from for all levels - Girl Scout Daisy through Girl Scout Ambassador. Did you know that if you are a leader or an assistant leader, your daughter automatically qualifies to purchase the My Family Loves Girl Scouting patch? This patch program is also a great way to get girl members’ family involved in troops. There is a patch the first year and a rocker for each subsequent year.
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family Sunrise Safari Tour & Overnight
Fright Fest at Six Flags
Caring for Camp
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Enjoy Saturday in the theme parks with your family. At 7:00 p.m. grab your tent & sleeping bag and go to the Wild Safari Exploration Station for Wild Encounters. Pitch your tent; roll out your sleeping bag for a good nights sleep. If you are lucky you will awake to the roar of lions. On Sunday morning, board the Safari buses for a sunrise guided tour. End your experience with a continental breakfast. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Rescheduled Spring 2011 Six Flags Great Adventure Cost: $49 per person; $19 for Season Pass; $12 processing fee per order; $15 vehicle/car parking (optional) Max: 100 participants Note: The tickets are mailed Federal Express and large orders will require an adult signature. Option – make note on the registration form that you will pick the tickets up at either the Farmingdale or Ocean Service Center. Contact: Jenny
New for this year, join your family & friends for a special discounted day at Six Flags Great Adventure. While Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors enjoy the camporee and related morning program, you can enjoy a day in the theme park. For prices and additional information look for the Fright Fest flyer on our website www.girlscoutsjs.org. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat ,Oct 9 Six Flags Great Adventure Cost: $30 per person optional $15 dinner Contact: Jenny
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full This day is for everyone-girls, troops and family members-to come to camp and help get it ready for spring camping. You can spend the day or just a few hours. We’ll be raking leaves, painting tables, clearing trails, splitting wood, stacking wood piles at both camps and putting the tents up at Camp Sacajawea. If your troop would like to commit to care for a site, we’ll post a landscape flag at ‘your’ site to let everyone know who is keeping the site beautiful. Caring for a site may include raking leaves, planting bulbs, hanging bird feeders and/or any approved improvements you’d like to make. Bring your rakes, leaf blowers, family members and enthusiasm. Pick the camp you would like to spend your time at and earn service hours while you have fun at camp. You can pack a picnic lunch and stay for the day. Light refreshments will be provided. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Nov 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #2 Sat, Nov 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: 0 Contact: Joan
ALL LEVELS & FAMILIES
Celebrate the Pine Barrens ALL LEVELS, FAMILIES & FRIENDS
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Families and troops are welcome to explore Amity Acres as we learn about the Pine Barrens, its history, traditions, legends and lore. Join in the Jersey Devil Scavenger Hunt (revised to be more challenging), visit the Pine Barrens Ecology Exhibit and listen to local music. To find out about more surprising additional activities check out our website www.girlscoutsjs.org/programs. Pack a picnic lunch or purchase food on site. Patches will be given to all children who complete the scavenger hunt. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sun, Sept 26, 1:00–4:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres Cost: $5 per person; $20 per family Contact: Michelle
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NJ Teacher Convention Horseback Riding Program
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full We have Horseback Riding all week Nov 1 – 5. Not sure how to keep your children busy over the break? Try our horseback riding program during the week of NJ Teacher Convention. Nov 1, 2 & 3: AM sessions open for girls and boys in grades 2 and 3. PM sessions open for girls and boys in grades 4, 5 and 6. Nov 4 & 5: Girls in the AM session and boys in the PM session. Date/Time/Location AM SES: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PM SES: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Chariot Riders, Farmingdale Cost: $35 p/half day; AM or PM Session Contact: Michelle
A TROOP/GROUP AND/OR FAMILY DAY
Spooktacular
ALL LEVELS, FAMILIES & FRIENDS
Earliest: Now Deadline: When Full Join the fun at Camp Sacajawea for a Spooktacular time. Hike through the haunted ghost walk, visit the teen scary skits, and enjoy the spooky hayride and more. Hot dogs, snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. The camp store will be open. Date/Time/Location All sessions below will be held at Camp Sacajawea SES #1 Grades 2, 3, 4 night Fri, Oct 22, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. SES #2 Family day Sat, Oct 23, 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. SES #3 Grades 4, 5, 6 night Sat, Oct 23, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Cost: Fri & Sat nights: $7.50 per person, two leaders free (more adults may come to meet Safety-Wise guidelines but must pay the fee) Family day on Saturday afternoon: $7.50 per person, ages 3 and under are free Contact: Barbara
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family Discover Our Lighthouses
We have a lighthouse patch program that is fun for all the family; call 732-938-5454 ext. 156 or email bcruz@girlscoutsjs.org or visit our website www.girlscoutsjs.org/clubsandactivities/ The lighthouse patch is $3.50 per patch and all members of your family and/or friends may purchase one. Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey Oct 16 – 17, 2010 hosted by the NJ Lighthouses and select affiliated museums. The Lighthouses encourage the public to take advantage of this special weekend to support and preserve the maritime history of the state of New Jersey.
NEW! Discover Our Oceans ALL LEVELS, FAMILIES & FRIENDS
Earliest: Now Deadline: When Full Monmouth and Ocean Counties are ocean front counties! We are the Jersey Shore!! Bring your binoculars and your camera and enjoy our beautiful natural vistas and the wildlife that share the Jersey Shore. Seize the opportunity to experience why the New Jersey coastal region is a popular destination for wildlife viewing. Marine mammals such as dolphin, seals, otters, and whales frequent our area. Protected species such as the osprey, piping plover, black skimmer, least tern, and northern diamondback terrapin can be found nesting in our beach and marsh habitats.
3rd Annual Horse Expo
ALL LEVELS, FAMILIES & FRIENDS
This is a girl-sponsored & girl-designed program by the GSJS Horse Club. Exhibits: horsemanship, horse disciplines: English, Western, Dressage; horse care, NJ Horse Community. Learn about local horse events; also learn about different rescue operations and opportunities in our area. Learn how to join our Horse Club, an interest group for girls of all GS levels. Learn how horses are shoed and see a live demonstration. Food may be purchased on-site from $1.00 to $4.00 depending on your choice. You are always welcome to bring your own picnic lunch/snacks if you’d like. Horse & camp items will also be available for purchase. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sun, Nov. 7, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: 0 Contact: Michelle
This event is open to the entire family and friends for ages 5 to …whatever; all can participate for one fee of $5. Girl Scouts, if they choose to complete the requirements, will be able to earn and receive recognition: Try-It, Badge or Interest Project Patch. There will be a Lighthouse patch available for purchase by other family members. Requirements and details of activities for each age/grade level are outlined on our website; you will see that girls, families and friends are welcome to choose from many different experiences based on ageappropriate activities. We will learn about marine animals that frequent our area and some that live elsewhere, what marine animals are endangered, about the scientific agencies that work with marine animals, and so much more. www.girlscoutsjs.org/programs Date/Time/Location SES #1 Thu, Nov 4, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Program Activity Center NJ State Teacher Convention Cost: $5 per girl. Family members who attend with a registered Girl Scout are free; Daisy Girl Scouts who register & participate will receive the lighthouse patch for no additional fee. Family Patch: $3.50 Note: Please bring a bag lunch and drink Contact: Michelle
Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular
Earliest: Now Deadline: When Full Every performance of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular is a glittering present full of fun and surprises for the whole family! Enjoy the flawless precision of the Radio City Rockettes in numbers like legendary "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers," and thrill as Santa takes you on a magical ride to his workshop at the North Pole, where playful ragdolls come to life. The Radio City Christmas Spectacular creates family memories that last a lifetime! All seats orchestra. Show time, 10:00 a.m. There will be time after the show to have lunch, shop or sightsee. Buses will depart the city at 2:00 p.m. A $25 per person deposit must accompany registration - balance is due Oct 30. You have the option of signing a promissory note to pay the balance after you have deposited your Nut Commission. A list of participants noting child or adult, plus phone #, must accompany registration or it will be returned. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sun, Nov 7 Depart: 7:00 a.m. Return: approximately 4:30 p.m. Cost: $85 per person Max: 100 Contact: Susan
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Day Camp Open House
Day camp may seem far way, but pretty soon it will be right around the corner! If you sign up for any week at an Open House with at least a $100.00 deposit (per week) before March 1st, pay only $190.00 per week (instead of the new 2010 price of $210.00 per week) at Camp Sacajawea or $125.00 per week (instead of the new 2010 price of $145.00 per week) at Camp Amity Acres. That’s a savings of $20.00 per week at either camp! Date/Time/Location Program Activity Center at Camp Sacajawea 127 Yellow Brook Road, Farmingdale Camper Reunion Sun, Jan 23, 2011 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. ** All past and currently registered campers are invited to come to our first Open House for the season & enjoy a fun-filled afternoon. Registrations will be accepted. Sun, Feb. 20, 2011 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. ** More dates posted in the next Shore Things. Camp Amity Acres at Friendship Lodge, Jones Road, Waretown Camper Reunion Sun, Jan 30, 2011 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. ** All past and currently registered campers are invited to come to our first Open House for the season & enjoy a fun filled afternoon. Registrations will be accepted. Sun, Feb. 27, 2011 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. ** More dates posted in the next Shore Things.
Medieval Times
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Jan 7 Enjoy a hearty four-course banquet served medieval style while watching competing knights on horseback. Dinner and show from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Bill of fare: appetizer, soup, roasted chicken, spare ribs, potato, pastry, coffee and soda. A $25 per person deposit must accompany registration – balance is due January 14th. You have the option of signing a promissory note to pay the balance after you have deposited your Cookie Commission. A list of participants noting child or adult, plus phone #, must accompany registration, or it will be returned. No refunds or removing people after Dec 17. Driving yourself is not an option for this trip. Prices are approximate, final price available in November. Buses will depart from Farmingdale and/or Toms River – where will depend on the # of people registering and where they are from. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Sun, Feb 6 Depart: 1:00 p.m. Return: approximately 7:30 p.m. Cost: approximately $65 child, 12 and under approximately $67 adult, 13 and over Max/Min: 112 Max, 45 Min Contact: Susan
National Aquarium Baltimore
Earliest: Jan 3 Deadline: March 11 World famous aquarium includes dolphin show. After the Aquarium, free time to explore the Inner Harbor and eat in the food court. Children under 3 are admitted free, but if they require a seat on the bus, there is a $28 transportation charge. A $25 per person deposit must accompany registration. A list of participants must accompany registration, including phone number and note child or adult. Balance is due by Mar 12. No refunds unless a replacement is found. Driving yourself is not an option for this trip. Prices are approximate, final price available in Jan. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Sun, Apr 10 Depart: 7:00 a.m. Return: 9:00 p.m. (approximately) Cost: approximately $48, 3-11 years approximately $50, 12-18 years approximately $59, adult Max/Min: 112 max, 45 min Contact: Susan
family It's Your World! Become an Environmental Steward!
Discover, Connect and Take Action! Everybody’s into Mother Earth and helping to make our world a better place not just for now but for our future! This is the beginning of a series of workshops on how you can help sustain our world, and become a steward and an advocate for the 21st century. Each workshop will cover a specific topic, designed to help you learn about your world, how it works, and the impact we as humans have had. Each will have its own specially designed patch, and if you complete the series of 5 workshops, you will also receive an additional patch. Choose to do one or two or all the workshops in the series; additional workshops will be offered in the Spring. Share your knowledge, information and models you will make with other troops or even your classmates. Create your own service project. Work on those leadership skills, presentation styles and also get enthused about our planet. You will receive a list of other service projects you may organize and participate in – these workshops are great springboards for awards. See Daisy, Brownie & Junior sections for workshops under the heading It’s Your World – Become an Environmental Steward.
Ground Water Festival
Registration begins at publication time and closes when program capacity is met. What’s clean water got to do with it? Come Make a Difference by helping others understand that we have to love it, protect it and save it! This festival will be a whirlwind of events; not the least of it being a station where you’ll be making your own video- which will be posted to our website for all to see! You’ll make some of your own cleaning products, build your own aquifer and help Camp Amity Acres or Camp Sacajawea build a Rain Garden. Girls will receive a patch for their participation. Brownie Girl Scouts can earn their Water Everywhere Try-It and Junior Girl Scouts can earn their Water Wonders Badge. Try-It and Badges must be purchased by the participant. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Sat, Nov 13, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $8 per girl Contact: Michelle
Great Backyard Bird Count
At this workshop we’ll work on a Daisy GS patch, a Brownie Bird Try-It, and a Junior Badge - For the Birds. Topics of workshops will be: how to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count, Birds & Beaks, building a bird house and fun bird facts. We’ll learn about bird songs and characteristics and make bird crafts and more. The patch, Try-It or Badge will be distributed at the program as per girl level. If you have a sibling that is not a GS they can receive the For the Birds fun patch (like the Daisy Girl Scout). Date/Time/Location SES#1 Sun, Feb 6, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#2 Sun, Feb 13, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres Cost: $6 per participant Contact: Michelle
The Christmas Bird Count
For over one hundred years, the desire to both make a difference and to experience the beauty of nature has driven dedicated people to leave the comfort of a warm house during the Holiday season. Each of the citizen scientists who annually brave snow, wind or rain, to take part in the Christmas Bird Count, makes an enormous contribution to conservation. Audubon and other organizations use data collected in this longest-running wildlife census to assess the health of bird populations - and to help guide conservation action. At our workshops we will learn how to participate in the Christmas Bird Count which takes place from December 14 to January 5th each year. We will hook you up with a circle so that you can count birds and be part of the citizen scientist project where your data is shared with amateurs and professionals to be used to help understand more about our bird populations. This workshop will go beyond the counting with stations on migration, identifying birds and creating your own bird field journal, learning about owls (dissecting owl pellets) and much more. Even make a gift for someone special. Patch included for children only. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Sat, Dec 11, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES#2 Sat, Dec 18, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $5 per participant Contact: Michelle
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Adult volunteers are needed for many of the programs listed. If you would like to volunteer, please contact the staff person listed for the program. At many of the programs, leaders/adults will be expected to assist their girls. Detailed directions will be provided for each program. If you have girls with special needs and would like additional information about a program or trip, please contact the staff person listed.
Daisy Archery
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Daisy Archery is an instructional program. Girls learn about archery safety, equipment and how to shoot. An archery fun patch is earned and received at this program. Additional programs may be scheduled at your request with a minimum of 12 girls. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Wed, Sept 22, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES#2 Sat, Sept 25, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES#3 Fri, Oct 1, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p .m. Camp Sacajawea SES #4 Wed, Oct 6, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres Indoor Daisy Archery Sessions below are held at the Program Activity Center: SES#5 Sun, Nov 21, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. SES#6 Sat, Dec 18, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. SES#7 Mon, Jan 17, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. SES#8 Mon, Feb 21, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cost: $11.50 per girl Contact: Joan
Introduction to Horses Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Enjoy learning about horses and getting to know the how-to’s about being around a horse. This program will take place at Chariot Riders, Manchester or the Program Activity Center in Farmingdale. Much of this program will include hands-on learning about horses and end with a trainer-led ride. A patch will be given to all participants. Siblings ages 5-8 may participate; the fee applies. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Sun, Oct 17 , 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#2 Sun, Nov 14 , 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Chariot Riders, Manchester Cost: $6.50 per girl or sibling Contact: Michelle
Daisies Finger Arts
Earliest: Now Deadline: Sept 3 Come and create, using your fingers as tools. Weaving, painting and sculpting! What exciting things will you make? Dress for the mess, and take home your special creations. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Sept 11, 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #2 Sat, Sept 25, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Toms River Intermediate School East Cost: $6.50 per girl $3.25 per girl for Early Bird Early Bird Discount applies to girls who registered for the 2010/11 Girl Scout year by July 31, 2010. The Early Bird price can be applied to ONE program only. Max: 70 girls per session Contact: Susu
Daisies Construct a Nutty Plan
Earliest: Now Deadline: Aug 27 As Daisies construct their plan of action for this year’s Nut & QSP sale, they will have fun monkeying around with life long lessons. Goal setting, safety in selling, marketing and making a difference are some of the cool topics that will be covered at this event. Fun games, role playing and crafts! Date/Time/Location SES #1 Tue, Sept 14, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #2 Wed, Sept 15, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #3 Mon, Sept 20, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES #4 Tue, Sept 21, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Fair Haven Youth Center Cost: $6.25 per girl Max: 50 girls per session Contact: Susu
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Teamwork and Teamplay
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Teamwork & Teamplay is based on activities developed by author Jim Cain from his book Raccoon Circles. Your Daisy Girl Scouts will have fun while learning and playing together. A certificate is included. Additional programs can be scheduled with a minimum of 12 girls. SES #1 Thu, Sept 16, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #2 Wed, Sept 22, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #3 Mon, Oct 4, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #4 Thu, Oct 14, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #5 Tue, Nov 9, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #6 Mon, Nov 22, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #7 Wed, Dec 8, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $8.50 per girl Contact: Joan
Stars in Your Eyes
Earliest: Now Deadline: Sept 17 This program will introduce a brand new patch program for Girl Scout Daisies. This program is designed by a NASA trained volunteer. Discover sun and light! See hidden rainbows! Create your own solar cookie! Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Oct 2, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Hooper Ave Elementary, Toms River SES #2 Sat, Oct 16, 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $7 per girl $3.50 per girl for Early Bird Early Bird Discount applies to girls who registered for the 2010/11 Girl Scout year by July 31, 2010. The Early Bird price can be applied to ONE program only. Max: 70 girls per session Contact: Susu
Check out page 15 for a description of clubs and page 16 for a description of service projects for Girl Scout Daisies.
Dr. Seuss Knew
Daisy Orienteers
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Orienteering is the art of always knowing where you are and how to get where you want to be. Girls will build their own compasses, learn the basic compass point and discover different types of maps. We will map out familiar places and even take a hike! Girls will earn an orienteering patch. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Thu, Nov 4, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea (Meet at Painted Wings) SES #2 Mon, Jan 24, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES #3 Tue, Jan 25, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $6 per girl Contact: Michelle
Earliest: Now Deadline: Oct 22 Join us in celebrating Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and more! We will make crafts that represent each holiday and hear stories of how children around the world celebrate this holiday season. Sing songs, enjoy a snack & join hands with your fellow Daisies to kick off the 2010 Holiday Season! Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Nov 13, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Toms River School, TBD SES #2 Fri, Nov 19, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $7.25 per girl Max: 100 girls per session Contact: Susu
Discover Our Lighthouses
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs!
Ground Water Festival
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Join us for a fun-filled morning where we act out and play with The Lorax by Dr. Seuss. We’ll do some role-playing and have a short chat about how the Once-ler’s business changed the living conditions (ecosystem) when he cut down the Truffula Trees. We’ll play a game on how the animals were affected, how they couldn’t live on the Street of the Lifted Lorax anymore, and the reason why. Girls will receive a patch for their participation. Siblings may participate for the fee. SES #1 Mon, Oct 11, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #2 Sat, Nov 20, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres Cost: $6 per girl Contact: Michelle
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full We have a lighthouse patch program that is fun for all the family; call 732-938-5454, ext. 156, email bcruz@girlscoutsjs.org or visit our website www.girlscoutsjs.org/clubsandactivities/. The lighthouse patch is $3.50 per patch and all members of your family and/or friends may purchase one. Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey Oct 16 – 17, 2010 hosted by the NJ Lighthouses and select affiliated museums. The Lighthouses encourage the public to take advantage of this special weekend to support and preserve the maritime history of the state of New Jersey.
Discover Our Oceans
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Daisy Girls Scouts will follow the adventures of the people of Chewandswallow. Girls will learn about weather as they play games, draw and learn about the water cycle. Girls will receive a patch for their participation. Siblings may participate for a fee. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Mon, Nov 8, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #2 Mon, Nov 15, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES#3 Wed, Jan 12, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#4 Mon, Jan 17, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Ocean Service Center Cost: $6 per girl/sibling Contact: Michelle
See program description on page 18. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Thu, Nov 4, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Program Activity Center NJ State Teacher Convention Contact: Michelle Cost: $8 per girl (participation patch included) Contact: Michelle
Holidays Around the World
See program description on page 19. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Nov 13, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $8 per girl (participation patch included) Contact: Michelle
Daisies & Their Cookies
Earliest: Now Deadline: Nov 19 "Starting Today" Cookie Program will soon kick off and we want Daisies to be ready! Come and learn about Girl Scout cookies and how important, yet rewarding it is to be a part of the process through fun games and activities. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Wed, Dec 1, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES#2 Tue, Dec 7, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $5.50 per girl Max: 50 girls per session Contact: Susu
Introduction to Robotics
A troop or group activity, minimum number of participants is 10. If you wish to invite non-Girl Scouts to this event please feel free to do so; it’s a great way to introduce Robotics and our Robotics Club. Cost: $5 per participant Contact: Pat to make arrangements for your group/troop to meet at your selected site: pkurz@girlscoutsjs.org or (732) 938-5454, ext. 125
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Imagine That! John Tartaglia's Imagine Ocean Interactive Workshop DAISIES/BROWNIES
Earliest: Now Deadline: Nov 12 The seafaring tale stars Dorsel, Tank and Bubbles who open an enchanted world of aquatic adventures where they meet jiving jellyfish, a strong-willed seahorse and a new friend, lovable Leonard the Octopus. The 45 minute workshop includes a Puppeteering and Black Light Demonstration, an interactive game show with prizes, learning a song and dance from Imagine Ocean taught by cast members. The 50 minute performance begins at 11:00 a.m. Bus transportation will be provided based on interest. Please be sure to indicate if you require transportation to the workshop. Bus will depart from Toms River/Farmingdale depending on registration. Date/Time/Location Sat, Dec 11, 9:30 a.m. (Doors Open) New Worlds Stages 340 West 50th Street (btw 8th & 9th) New York Bus Depart: Approximately 7:30 a.m. Bus Return: Approximately 2:30 p.m. Cost: $50 per participant, own transportation $80 per participant, bus transportation Max: 50 girls Contact: Susan
5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals! – Series 2
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Not in a troop, but want to participate in Girl Scout activities? Perhaps you enjoyed Series 1. Continue the Journey: It’s Your Story-Tell It! On this brand new Journey called “5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals,” Daisies learn just how much they can care for animals and for themselves – and just how good that makes them feel. If there is space, girls in troops may participate. Some adult chaperones will be needed. You will get the chance to know other Daisies in our community by meeting every 2 weeks for 6 meetings in a place in the community. Included in the cost is the “5, 4, 3!”Journey book & awards, 2 fun patches, meeting snacks, crafts, meeting location and facilitator. Girls who register will be expected to participate in all 6 meetings. Date/Time/Location: Jan – Mar Dates, times and location will be listed on the council website as they become available. Check back in Dec. Cost: $48 per girl ($24 payment due with registration and $24 due by Feb 11) Contact: Susu
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Teamwork and Teamplay II
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full So you did this last year—try again!! A way for your group to grow – girls grow as individuals who in turn help the group to grow. Group must have completed Teamwork and Teamplay in order to participate in Teamwork and Teamplay II. What a way to grow! Date/Time/Location SES #1 Wed, Jan 19, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #2 Thu, Jan 20, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #3 Wed, Feb 9, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #4 Tue, Feb 15, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $8.50 per girl Contact: Joan
Fancy Nancy's "Heart to Heart" Mystery Lunch
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Jan 7 Mystery is in the air when Nancy receives a valentine from a secret someone. Join Nancy as she follows the clues to find out who it is – all in her trademark fabulous style, of course. We will even be having a fabulous lunch & sweet dessert, as Fancy Nancy would say OOH LA LA! (Please note any food allergies on registration form) Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Jan 22, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) SES #2 Sat, Jan 29, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $11.75 per girl $6 per adult Max: 100 girls per session Contact: Susu
Welcome to Daisy Flower Garden – Series 1
Earliest: Now Deadline: None Not in a troop, but want to participate in Girl Scout activities? Join us as we go on this Daisy Journey Leadership Experience together. As we embark on our journey we will meet Daisy and her flower friends as they teach us about the Girl Scout Law. Earn the 3 part award of the Welcome to the Daisy Flower Garden and 2 fun patches as well, while having fun with games, crafts, and snacks. If there is space, girls in troops may participate. Some adult chaperones will be needed. You will get the chance to know other Daisies in our community by meeting every 2 weeks for 6 meetings in a place in the community. Included in the cost is the Daisy Flower Garden Journey book & awards, 2 fun patches, meeting snacks, crafts, meeting location and facilitator. Girls who register will be expected to participate in all 6 meetings. Date/Time/Location: Oct – Dec Dates, times, and locations will be listed on the council website as they become available. Check back in Sept. Cost: $48 per girl ($24 payment due with registration and $24 due by Nov 5) Max: 25 girls per session Contact: Susu
Carnival
DAISIES/BROWNIES/JUNIORS
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Jan 29 Games with prizes, face painting, nail art – fun! Do you enjoy these activities? If yes, then the Carol Kubida Carnival is the place for you to be! Carnival Day is a fundraiser to raise money for the Carol Kubida Fund, which provides financial assistance to older girls for larger trips. In a few years, it may be you requesting money from the fund, so come out and show your support. Snacks and drinks will be on sale. Arrival time is flexible. It will take approx. 2-2.5 hours to complete. Date/Time/Location A – Arrive between 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. B – Arrive between 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. SES #1 A SES #2A Sat, Feb 12, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Sat, Feb 26, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) Program Activity Center SES #1B SES #2B Sat, Feb 12, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Sat, Feb 26, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) Program Activity Center Cost: $6 per girl or tagalong (sibling) Note: Be sure to list A or B for your arrival time, along with session number. You must leave the program after your session has been completed, in order to make room for the following session. Contact: BJ
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Adult volunteers are needed for many of the programs listed. If you would like to volunteer, please contact the staff person listed for the program. At many of the programs, leaders/adults will be expected to assist their girls. Detailed directions will be provided for each program. If you have girls with special needs and would like additional information about a program or trip, please contact the staff person listed.
Brownie Horseback Riding
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Enjoy a horseback riding program in our indoor riding arena. This program is for girls, whether they’ve ridden or not. This program will cover horse and stable safety and caring for a horse. Girls will receive the Giddy up and Go Try-It upon completing this program. All sessions take place at Chariot Riders Equestrian Center, located next to the Monmouth Service Center in Farmingdale. Date/Time/Location All sessions are Tuesdays, 4:30p.m. – 6:30p.m. SES #1 Sept 14 SES #2 Oct 5 SES #3 Oct 19 SES #4 Nov 2 SES #5 Nov 16 SES #6 Nov 30 SES #7 Dec 14 SES #8 Dec 28 SES #9 Jan 18 SES #10 Feb 8 SES# 11 Feb 22 Cost: $30 per girl Note: All Dec, Jan and Feb programs will be $20 per girl Contact: Michelle
Brownie Archery
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Brownie Archery is an instructional program. Girls learn about archery safety, equipment and how to shoot. The Archery Try-It is earned and received at this program. Additional programs may be scheduled at your request with a minimum of 12 girls. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Thu, Sept 23, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES #2 Mon, Sept 27, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #3 Mon, Oct 4, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES #4 Tue, Oct 12, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #5 Thu, Oct 14, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES #6 Mon, Oct 25, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres Indoor Brownie Archery Sessions below are held at the Program Activity Center: SES #7 Sun, Nov 21, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. SES #8 Sat, Dec 18, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. SES #9 Mon, Jan 17, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. SES #10 Mon, Feb 21, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Cost: $11.50 per girl Contact: Joan
Brownie Craft Sampler Try-It
Earliest: Now Deadline: Sept 3 Imagine the fun! Each workshop will introduce the girls to a different craft medium. They will complete and take home a project from each of the workshops. Old clothes or a smock are required. This program will fill up quickly, register early! Adult volunteers are needed to help on the day of the program. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Sept 11, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #2 Sat, Sept 25, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Toms River Intermediate East Cost: $7.50 per girl $3.75 per girl for Early Bird Note: Early Bird Discount applies to girls who registered for the 2010/11 Girl Scout year by July 31, 2010. The Early Bird price can be applied to ONE program only. Max: SES #1 100 girls SES #2 200 girls Contact: Susu
Teamwork and Teamplay
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Teamwork & Teamplay is based on activities developed by author Jim Cain from his book Raccoon Circles. Your Brownie Girl Scouts will get moving while working together as a team. While playing together they will also connect through active learning. Certificate is included. Additional programs can be scheduled with a minimum of 12 girls. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Mon, Sept 13, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #2 Thu, Oct 7, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #3 Thu, Oct 21, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #4 Wed, Nov 10, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #5 Mon, Jan 10, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $8.50 per girl Contact: Joan
Check out page 15 for a description of clubs and page 16 for a description of service projects for Girl Scout Brownies.
Brownie Boating
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Brownie Boating introduces girls to boating safety, paddling and being on the water. Girls will paddle on Lake Amity or Lake Brindle in canoes or rowboats. Girls will receive a fun patch. Additional programs may be scheduled at your request with a minimum of 12 girls. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Wed, Sept 15, 4:30 p.m. –6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #2 Wed, Oct 6, 10:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES #3 Thu, Oct 7, 4:30 p.m. –6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #4 Mon, Oct 18, 4:30 p.m. –6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $10 per girl Contact: Joan
Blueprint for Success
Earliest: Now Deadline: Sept 3 With this fun program, we want to help Brownies with their blueprint for success for this year’s Nut & QSP sale. This year’s theme, “Design Your Future,” lets us turn Brownies into top designers that set goals, practice safety, market and make a difference in their communities through games, role playing and crafts! Date/Time/Location SES #1 Wed, Sept 22, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #2 Thu, Sept 23, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES#3 Tue, Sept 28, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES#4 Wed, Sept 29, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Fair Haven Youth Center Cost: $6.25 per girl Max: 50 girls per session Contact: Susu
Check out the Family section for activities open to Brownies and their families.
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Outdoor girl programs/Leader Outdoor Training!
We are offering Girl Scout Brownie leaders an opportunity to participate with the girls in the Try-It programs that will qualify you as an outdoor trained adult – girl program and adult training all at the same time! If leaders wish to take this route in completing their outdoor training, there will be a series of four outdoor programs for Girl Scout Brownies and their leaders. We hope this training alternative will help you – skills, training while you are with your girls at programs. You must complete all four before your training is complete. The four programs in this series are: Ready, Set, Go Camping, Outdoor Adventurer, Outdoor Skills and Camp Crafting.
Ready, Set, Go Camping
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Come to camp and learn how to make your own campfire stew, learn to tie some knots, see how fast you can roll a sleeping bag and play a storm game. You will eat the stew you make and take home the Ready, Set, Go Try-It. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Tue, Sept 21, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #2 Mon, Oct 4, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #3 Tue, Oct 5, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES#4 Wed, Oct 13, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES#5 Thu, Nov 18, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES#6 Wed, Dec 1, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $12 per girl (includes the price of Try-It, food & supplies) Contact: Joan
Camp Crafting BROWNIE/JUNIOR
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full During Camp Crafting girls will make a sit-upon, learn flag etiquette, learn about and make two swaps. You will also learn knife safety, make a box oven, and use a charcoal grill. Girls will make and eat hot dogs and chili at the program. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Oct 9, 9:00 a.m. –1:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES #2 Fri, Nov 5, 9:00 a.m. –1:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #3 Sat, Nov 20, 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES#4 Thu, Dec 9, 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $20 per girl (includes the price of food & supplies) Note: Some activities will take place outside; please dress for the weather Contact: Joan
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Outdoor Skills
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Learn how to gear up for your camping trip – what you need and how to pack it. You will learn to take care of a tent, pitch a small tent (pop-up style), how to make a wood fire, make fire starters, and each troop will learn how to prepare a basic first aid kit as well as some basic first aid. Each troop will prepare a song and skit booklet to use at their campfires and trips in the future. Girls will make and eat tacos and receive the Outdoor Skills TryIt. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Oct 9, 2:00 p.m. –6:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES #2 Sat, Nov 20, 9:00 a.m. –1:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres Cost: $20 per girl (includes the price of Try-It, food & supplies) Contact: Joan
Outdoor Adventurer
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full You go girl! Join us for a great outside adventure where you will have fun participating in a relay (learn how to dress for the weather as you compete against time). We’ll take a hike around camp looking for clues to complete the game, “Touch, Smell and Listen.” Somewhere along the way we’ll make a shelter to protect us from some mysterious weather patterns and then plan a sleepover. Girls will receive their Outdoor Adventurer Try-It at the end of this program. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Wed, Oct 20, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES#2 Fri, Nov 5, 2:00 p.m. –4:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES#3 Mon, Nov 15, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $8 per girl Contact: Joan
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Climbing Wall
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Teamwork and Teamplay is a pre-requisite for the climbing wall.Teamwork and Teamplay gives girls a sound foundation to explore the climbing wall’s challenges. Our climbing wall program presents both physical and mental challenges and is just plain fun!! It promotes strength, endurance, power, flexibility and skill. It presents a balance between physical exercise and mental discipline. Girls gain a heightened sense of self-confidence and independence as a result of gaining new skills and successfully completing challenging climbs. Climbing addresses four of the five components of physical fitness: muscular strength, muscular endurance, body composition and flexibility. Additional programs may be scheduled at your request with a minimum of 12 girls. Invite other girls and/or Girl Scouts to join you to meet or exceed the minimums. Additional programs can be hosted at either camp location. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Wed, Sept 15, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES#2 Fri, Sept 24, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES#3 Fri, Oct 15, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $15 per participant Contact:
Joan
Take A Hike: Brownie Orienteering
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Get together with other Girl Scout Brownies and learn your way around! We’ll introduce the sport of orienteering. We will supply the equipment and you’ll learn how to use it – from maps to compasses. Girls will receive the Orienteering TryIt and a whistle. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Mon, Sept 27, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES #2 Mon, Oct 25, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #3 Mon, Nov 1, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $6 per girl Contact: Michelle
Brownie Quest – Series 1
Earliest: Now Deadline: None Not in a troop, but want to participate in Girl Scout activities. Get ready for fun and join the quest as we start the Brownie Leadership Experience together. Brownie Elf helps out as you find trails with friends, and fun as we solve a mystery on this quest! Earn the 3 keys to unlock the mystery and 2 Brownie Try-Its while having fun with games, crafts, and snacks. If there is space, girls in troops may participate. Some adult chaperones will be needed. You will get the chance to know other Brownies in our community by meeting every 2 weeks for 6 meetings in a place in the community. Included in the cost is the Brownie Quest Journey book & awards, 2 Try-Its, meeting snacks, crafts, meeting location and a facilitator. Date/Time/Location: Oct – Dec Dates, times, and locations will be listed on the council website as they become available. Check back in Sept. Cost: $48 per girl ($24 payment due with registration and $24 due by Nov 5) Max: 25 girls per session Contact: Susu
Discover Our Lighthouses
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full We have a lighthouse patch program that is fun for the whole family. Call (732) 938-5454, ext. 156, email bcruz@girlscoutsjs.org or visit our website www.girlscoutsjs.org/clubsandactivities/ The lighthouse patch is $3.50 per patch and all members of your family and/or friends may purchase one. Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey Oct 16 – 17, 2010 hosted by the NJ Lighthouses and select affiliated museums. The Lighthouses encourage the public to take advantage of this special weekend to support and preserve the maritime history of the state of New Jersey.
A World of Girls – Series 2
Brownie Art of Illusion Try-It
Earliest: Now Deadline: Sept 24 This Brownie Try-It is about illusions, how our eyes can be tricked into seeing something that really isn’t there. Can you really believe your eyes? Have fun discovering and trying different areas of illusions, even create your own. Girls will develop an appreciation of the extraordinary uniqueness of the Art of Illusions. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Oct 9, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #2 Sat, Oct 16, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Toms River Intermediate North Cost: $7.50 per girl $3.75 per girl with Early Bird Note: Early Bird Discount applies to girls who registered for the 2010/11 Girl Scout year by July 31, 2010. The Early Bird price can be applied to ONE program only. Max: SES #1 100 girls SES #2 200 girls Contact: Susu
Spooktacular
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Join the fun at Camp Sacajawea for a Spooktacular time. Hike through the haunted ghost walk, visit the teen scary skits, and enjoy the spooky hayride and more. Hot dogs, snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. Camp store will be open. Date/Time/Location All sessions below will be held at Camp Sacajawea SES #1 Grades 2, 3, 4 night Fri, Oct 22, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. SES #2 Family Day Sat, Oct 23, 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. SES #3 Grades 4, 5, 6 night Sat, Oct 23, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Cost: Fri & Sat nights: $7.50 per person, two leaders free (more adults may come, but must pay the fee) Family day on Saturday afternoon: $7.50 per person, ages 3 and under are free Contact: Barbara
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Dec 24 Not in a troop, but want to participate in Girl Scout activities. Did you enjoy Series 1? Join us on this new journey, It’s Your Story Tell It – A World of Girls. Brownies learn how stories contain clues about what they can change for the better in the world of girls. Fun with games, crafts, and snacks. If there is space, girls in troops may participate. Some adult chaperones will be needed. You will get the chance to know other Brownies in our community by meeting every 2 weeks for 6 meetings in a place in the community. Included in the cost is the A World of Girls Journey book & awards, 2 TryIts, meeting snacks, crafts, meeting location and a facilitator. Date/Time/Location: Jan – Mar Dates, times, and locations will be listed on the council website as they become available. Check back in Dec. Cost: $48 per girl ($24 payment due with registration and $24 due by Feb 11) Max: 25 girls per session Contact: Susu
NJ Teacher Convention Horseback Riding Program
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full We have Horseback Riding all week Nov 1 – 5. Not sure how to keep your children busy over the break? Try our horseback riding program during the week of NJ Teacher Convention. Nov 1, 2 & 3: Am sessions open for girls and boys in grades 2 and 3. PM sessions open for girls and boys in grades 4, 5 and 6. Nov 4 & 5: Girls in the AM session and boys in the PM session Date/Time/Location AM SES: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PM SES: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Chariot Riders, Farmingdale Cost: $35 p/half day; AM or PM Session Contact: Michelle
Discover Our Oceans Try-It
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full See program description on page 18. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Thu,Nov4, 9:30a.m.–12:00p.m. Program Activity Center NJ State Teacher Convention Cost: $5 per child; adults free Extra Patches: $3.50 per patch Contact: Michelle
Garden State Discovery Museum Sleepover
Earliest: Now Deadline: Oct 15 A museum that does not have a “Do Not Touch” sign but does have a bubble wall, build a house, basic rock climbing wall, nature center and tree house. Enjoy hands on activities while earning the Science Wonders Try-It during a fun sleepover at the Garden State Discovery Museum. A $15 per person deposit must accompany registration along with a list of participants, emergency contact phone numbers and whether a girl or adult - balance is due Oct 29. The Museum will provide an evening snack and breakfast. You have the option of signing a promissory note to pay the balance after you have deposited your Nut Commission. Two dates to choose from, please indicate your first and second choice. Please note that no refunds will be given and that if you can not attend, you must find a replacement. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Fri,Nov12, 7:30p.m.– Sat,Nov13,8:00a.m. Garden State Discovery Museum Cherry Hill, NJ SES#2 Fri, Dec10, 7:30p.m.–Sat,Dec11,8:00a.m. Garden State Discovery Museum Cherry Hill, NJ Cost: $39 per girl, $27 per adult Max: 100 participants Contact: Susu
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Ground Water Festival
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full See program description on page 19. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Nov 13, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $8 per girl Note: Brownie Girl Scouts can earn their Water Everywhere Try-It. By attending the Ground Water Festival and another level appropriate water program, girls will have earned the EPA Water Drop Patch. Try-Its must be purchased by the participant. Contact: Michelle
Let's Pretend with Junie B.
Earliest: Now Deadline: Oct 22 With inspiration from the very funny Adventures of Junie B. storybooks we find an exciting way to help Brownies earn the “Let’s Pretend” Try-It (included). With instruction the girls will use their imaginations to stage a mini-play and create a scene, while learning the fundamentals of various elements of speech. Whether destined for the stage or the boardroom, learning to speak clearly and with confidence puts our girls on an easier path towards lifelong success. Girls will get the chance to hit the stage and show everyone they are a star as they perform with other Girl Scout Brownies. Crafts, music and dance help set the scene and you don’t want to miss it! Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Nov 13, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) SES #2 Sat, Nov 20, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $7.25 per girl (includes Try-It) Max: 100 girls per session Contact: Susu
Brownie Cookie Go Getter!
Earliest: Now Deadline: Nov 19 Are you a Brownie Go Getter? Join us as we learn how to get ready for a successful cookie selling season. You will play games and do activities that teach you about Girl Scout cookies, safety and easy ways to sell cookies, while helping you set and reach your goals! Date/Time/Location SES #1 Thur, Dec 9, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES #2 Tue, Dec 14, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $5.50 per girl Max: 50 girls per session Contact: Susu
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Every Drop Counts
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Brownie Girl Scouts will discover and be more aware of the nature of water - something that we take for granted every day. Girls will make connections between the states of water and the water cycle. Through games, activities and crafts they will see how the choices we make every day affect the world around us. This program will allow girls to take action as they realize ‘Every Drop Counts’. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Sat, Dec 4, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#2 Sat, Jan 22, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#3 Sat, Jan 29, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres Cost: $6 (includes patch) Contact: Michelle
Native American Try-It
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Jan 7 Girls will learn about traditions and customs of Native Americans. Girls will play traditional Native American games that children once played and create their own Native American toy. It is a wonderful opportunity for girls to learn and celebrate the rich history and tradition of Native Americans. As Girl Scouts, we believe there is something to be learned from every culture. We believe our strength is in our diversity. We learn about other cultures and their history to enrich our lives and grow stronger through understanding. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Jan 22, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) SES#2 Sat, Jan 29, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $7.25 per girl Max: 100 girls per session Contact: Susu
Introduction to Robotics
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Let us bring an introduction to your group at your location. For a troop or group activity, the minimum number of participants is 10. If you wish to invite nonGirl Scouts to this event please feel free to do so; it’s a great way to introduce Robotics and our Robotics Club. Cost: $5 per participant Contact: Patricia Kurz to make arrangements for your troop/ group to meet at your selected site:
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Case of the Disappearing Dance Diva Mystery Lunch
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Jan 21 A rising teen sensation has been labeled by the press as the ‘Dance Diva’, poised to overtake the popularity of today’s young pop stars. Now someone’s kidnapped her at the site of her latest concert. Who did it and why? Ask around, try to uncover what others are hiding and find out whodunit! Through experiments, crafts and music, Brownies like you can get to the bottom of this mystery. Don’t forget to dress like you are going to your favorite singer’s concert! Date/Time/Location SES#1 Sat, Feb 12, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#2 Sat, Feb 26, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) Cost: $11.75 per girl, $6 per adult One adult per troop is free if she volunteers to help during the program. Volunteers must be prearranged. Max: 100 girls per session Contact: Susu
Carnival
DAISIES/BROWNIES/JUNIORS
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Jan 29 Games with prizes, face painting, nail art. Fun! Do you enjoy these activities? If yes, then the Carol Kubida Carnival is the place for you to be! Carnival Day is a fundraiser to raise money for the Carol Kubida Fund, which provides financial assistance to older girls for larger trips. In a few years, it may be you requesting money from the fund, so come out and show your support. Snacks and drinks will be on sale. Arrival time is flexible. It will take approx. 2-2.5 hours to complete. Date/Time/Location A – Arrive between 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. B – Arrive between 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. SES #1A Sat, Feb 12, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) SES#1B Sat, Feb 12, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) SES#2A Sat, Feb 26, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#2B Sat, Feb 26, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $6 per girl or tagalong (sibling) Note: Be sure to list A or B for your arrival time, along with session number. You must leave the program after your session has been completed in order to make room for the following session. Contact: BJ
Adult volunteers are needed for many of the programs listed. If you would like to volunteer, please contact the staff person listed for the program. At many of the programs, leaders/adults will be expected to assist their girls. Detailed directions will be provided for each program. If you have girls with special needs and would like additional information about a program or trip, please contact the staff person listed.
Art in 3D Badge Kit
Earliest: Now Deadline: 3 weeks before date needed This kit is designed for the girls to learn and create three dimensional art using various media such as modeling clay, wire and paper. Let your girls’ imaginations go wild by earning this badge. The majority of the supplies will be included, including badge and leader’s instructions. You will need to supply one cereal type box per girl, scissors, glue, etc. You have the option of picking up the kit at the Service Center or having it mailed to your home for an additional $7. Cost: $7 per girl Contact: Susan
Black History Try-It and Badge Kit BROWNIE/JUNIOR
Deadline: 3 weeks before date needed Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Council’s Own Black History Try-It & Badge Kits. Let’s celebrate Black History by exploring and appreciating African-American heritage and culture. Find out how and why the first Africans came to America, learn about the Underground Railroad, explore the lives of African-Americans who are significant in our history, and more. Join us to increase understanding and knowledge of Black History and the African-American community, while earning a Council’s own Try-It or badge. Cost: $5 per girl Note: Some kit supplies will need to be returned Contact: Susan
Junior Zink the Zebra Patch Kit
Earliest: Now Deadline: 3 weeks before date needed Zink, the story of a spotted zebra, is the basis for understanding how it feels to be different. Kelly Weil was an 11-year old girl who died of cancer and wrote the book Zink the Zebra which this program is designed after. While Kelly was sick, many of her friends wouldn’t play with her because she looked different due to the medical treatments she endured. This patch program gives Girl Scouts a sense of awareness and appreciation for individual differences; it fosters compassion and respect for others; provides an opportunity to practice the life skills of positive interaction and community service. You have the option of picking up the kit at the Service Center or having it mailed to your home for an additional fee. Cost: $8.50 per girl (includes Patch and Zink Beanie) Note: Some kit supplies will need to be returned Contact: Susan
Crime Scene Investigative Fun
Earliest: Now Deadline: Sept 3 Step into the role of a detective. Girls will create and analyze fingerprints, examine dental records and make teeth impressions. We will also dust for fingerprints and identify lip prints. Girls will collect fingerprints, fiber samples, and vital statistics with their identification tools. This is science up-close and personal! Fun Patch included. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Sept 11, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Toms River Intermediate East SES #2 Sat, Sept 11, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Toms River Intermediate East SES #3 Sat, Sept 25, 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $7 per girl $3.50 Early Bird Note: Early Bird Discount applies to girls who registered for the 2010/11 Girl Scout year by July 31, 2010. The Early Bird price can be applied to ONE program only. Max: SES #1 & #2 200 girls SES #3 100 girls Contact: Susan
World Water Monitoring Day
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full World Water Monitoring Day is celebrated worldwide on Sept 18. Join us as we celebrate with girls and adults around the world, especially our sisters in the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, in raising awareness and getting involved in protecting water resources. The results from our water tests will be entered into the database where over 73,000 people from over 70 countries have already posted their results in the past. Participants will receive a certificate and a patch. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sun, Sept 19, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES #2 Mon, Sept 20, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres Cost: $8 per girl Contact: Michelle
Check out page 15 for a description of clubs for Girl Scout Juniors.
Archery I and II JUNIOR/CADETTE/SENIOR/ AMBASSADOR Earliest: Now
Deadline: When full
Archery I
Archery I is an instructional program. The girls will earn and receive the Archery Badge. Additional programs may be scheduled at your request with a minimum of 12 girls. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Mon,Sept13,4:30p.m.–6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES#2 Fri, Oct 8, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES#3 Sun, Oct 10, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #4 Wed, Oct 27, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea
Archery II
Archery II is an instructional program. The girls will either earn an Archery Patch, Archery Badge, or the Archery Interest Project patch. Additional programs may be scheduled at your request with a minimum of 12 girls. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Tue, Sept 21, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #2 Sun, Oct 10, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES#3 Thu, Oct 21, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES#4 Sat, Oct 30, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $11.50 per girl Contact: Joan
Check out the Family section for activities open to Juniors and their families.
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Water Sheds
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Come and explore your natural world, acquire some new skills, then use them to work with others. This is a totally hands-on workshop where you will make models you can use—if you choose to pass on the information to others. You’ll make a diagram of a watershed and find out about our local estuaries; you’ll learn how this process helps to sustain life and how our daily lives pollute the water. We’ll even explore the benefits of our camp’s wetlands. We’ll explore our stream & lake and help create a mural that you can use to display some of the information you have learned. You can display it at a local library, community event, etc. Girls will receive a patch. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sun, Sept 19, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pack a lunch and stay for World Water Monitoring Day Program Activity Center SES#2 Wed, Feb 16, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #3 Sun, Feb 20, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres Cost: $8 per girl Contact: Michelle
Construct a Nutty Plan
Earliest: Now Deadline: Sept 10 Construct a plan for the upcoming product sale. Work on creating your blueprint for this year’s sale while brainstorming goals and having fun with other Girl Scout Juniors. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Mon, Sept 20, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #2 Tue, Sept 21, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES#3 Tue, Sept 28, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Fairhaven Youth Center Cost: $5.25 per girl Max: 35 girls per session Contact: Susan
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Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Our climbing wall program presents both physical and mental challenges and is just plain fun! It promotes strength, endurance, power, flexibility and skill. It presents a balance between physical exercise and mental discipline. Girls gain a heightened sense of self-confidence and independence as a result of gaining new skills and successfully completing challenging climbs. Climbing addresses four of the five components of physical fitness: muscular strength, muscular endurance, body composition and flexibility. Additional programs may be scheduled at your request with a minimum of 12 girls. Invite other girls and/or Girl Scouts to join you to meet or exceed the minimum number. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Thu, Sept 30, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES #2 Fri, Oct 8, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #3 Mon, Oct 18, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $15 per participant Contact: Joan
Deadline: When full
Canoe I
Canoe I is an instructional program that introduces the basics of canoeing, canoe safety and paddling. Girls will receive a fun patch. Additional programs may be scheduled at your request with a minimum of 12 girls. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Fri, Sept 24, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES #2 Wed, Sept 29, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #3 Fri, Oct 8, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #4 Fri, Oct 15, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea
Canoe II
Canoe II is an instructional program that introduces some advanced skills and helps to perfect your paddling skills. Girls will receive a fun patch. Additional programs may be scheduled at your request with a minimum of 12 girls. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Wed, Oct 13, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #2 Wed, Oct 27, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $11.50 per girl Contact: Joan
Challenge Course I & Challenge Course II with Zip Line JUNIOR/CADETTE/SENIOR/AMBASSADOR
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Camp Amity Acres' & Camp Sacajawea’s challenge course programs provide an outdoor hands-on mental and physical challenge. The purpose of the ropes course is to help develop individual confidence and to provide a team building experience. There are two participation levels; Level I and Level II. You may participate in each level more than once – each time it will become a new experience because of how the challenge and the group interplays; as well as different elements on the low ropes course. The girls will receive a patch. Additional programs can be scheduled at your request with a minimum of 12 girls.
Mother's Helper
Earliest: Now Deadline: Sept 17 This is your first step to becoming a babysitter. A Mother’s Helper helps with the children when an adult is still around. We will go over professional etiquette, child safety, as well as age appropriate games and activities. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Wed, Sept 29, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) SES#2 Thu, Sept 30, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $9.50 per girl Max: SES#1 50 girls SES#2 50 girls Contact: Susan
Climbing Wall
JUNIOR/CADETTE/SENIOR/ AMBASSADOR
Sessions below are held at Camp Amity Acres:
Challenge Course I
Challenge Course II (w/ zip line)
Challenge Course I
Challenge Course II ( w/ zip line)
SES #1 Mon, Sept 20, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #2 Wed, Oct 6, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #3 Tue, Oct 19, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Sessions below are held at Camp Sacajawea:
SES #1B Mon, Sept 27, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #2B Tue, Oct 12, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #3B Tue, Oct 26, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
SES #4 Thu, Sept 23, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #5 Tue, Sept 28, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Contact:
SES #4B Thu, Sept 30, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #5B Tue, Oct 5, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
$11.50 per girl for Challenge Course I $15 per girl for Challenge Course II with zipline Joan
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Get Moving – Series I
Earliest: Now Deadline: Sept 17 Not in a troop, but want to participate in Girl Scout activities? Join us as we go on the Junior Journey Leadership Experience together. At It’s Your Planet Love It! Get Moving! Juniors build their skills as leaders who Energize, Investigate and Innovate. They earn these three new leadership awards as they explore their own energy, the energy in their places and spaces (buildings), and the energy of getting from here to there (transportation). If there is space girls in troops may participate. Some adult chaperones will be needed. You will get the chance to know other Juniors in their community by meeting every 2 weeks for 6 meetings in a place in the community. Included in the cost is the Get Moving Journey book & awards, meeting snacks, crafts, meeting location and facilitator. Girls who register will be expected to participate in all 6 meetings. Date/Time/Location: Oct – Dec Dates, times, and locations will be listed on the council website as they become available. Check back in Sept. Cost: $48 per girl ($24 payment due with registration and $24 due by Nov 5) Max: 25 girls per session Contact: Susan
Self Defense for Girls
Earliest: Now Deadline: When Full Girls who want to learn techniques for personal self-defense will benefit from this course offered by The Center for Kids and Family. Taught by a black belt instructor, each class will begin with a warm-up, joint and balance exercises and include some games. Defense methods are taught against the most common attacks and situation. Each session includes two 2 hour lessons. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Tue, Oct 5 & Oct 9, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 591 Lakehurst Rd, Toms River SES#2 Wed,Nov3 &Nov18,7:00p.m.–9:00p.m. Program Activity Center SES#3 Tue,Nov30 & Dec7, 6:00p.m.–8:00p.m. 591 Lakehurst Rd, Toms River Cost: $24 per girl Max: 20 girls per session Note: If the above workshops do not fit your schedule, we may be able to arrange with our facilitator a set of workshops that would work with your troop’s schedule. Must be a minimum of 12 girls. Contact: Susan
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Enjoy a horseback riding program in our indoor riding arena. This program is for girls, whether they’ve ridden or not. Groom a horse, clean a paddock, learn the parts of a horse and, of course, ride a horse. Patches and/or badges will be distributed at the end of each program. All programs are held at the Chariot Riders Equestrian Center, next to the Monmouth Service Center, Farmingdale. Special discount for Jan and Feb. Horse I fulfills the requirements for the Girl Scout Junior Horse Fan Badge. Date/Time/Location All programs are held at the Chariot Riders Equestrian Center. SES #12 Tue, Sept 21, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #13 Tue, Oct 12, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #14 Tue, Nov 9, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES#15 Tue, Dec 7, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES#16 Tue, Jan 4, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES#17 Tue, Feb 1, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Cost: $30 per girl Jan and Feb $20 per girl Contact: Michelle
Earliest: Now Deadline: Sept 24 Do you think it would be fun to design and build your own world like in the game, The Sims? How about if you built your own amusement park? Which parts of the boardwalk would you be sure to include? The cotton candy? The games? Do you think it would be fun to design your own rollercoaster? How about test it out? Bring your best imagination and we will create this program into a real life amusement park. This is a council's own badge from the Girl Scouts Badgerland Council in Wisconsin. Badge is included. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Oct 9, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #2 Sat, Oct 16, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Toms River Intermediate East Cost: $7 per girl $3.50 Early Bird Note: Early Bird Discount applies to girls who registered for the 2010/11 Girl Scout year by July 31, 2010. The Early Bird price can be applied to ONE program only. Max: SES#1 100 girls SES#2 200girls Contact: Susan
Discover Our Lighthouses
Junior Horse I & II
Junior Horse I
Fun at the Fair Junior Badge
Junior Horse II
Horse II fulfills the requirements for the Girl Scout Junior Horse Rider Badge. Date/Time/Location All programs are held at the Chariot Riders Equestrian Center. SES #18 Tue, Sept 7, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #19 Tue, Oct 26, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #20 Tue, Dec 21, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES#21 Tue, Jan 11, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES#22 Tue, Feb 15, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full We have a lighthouse patch program that is fun for all the family; call 732-938-5454, ext. 156, email bcruz@girlscoutsjs.org or visit our website www.girlscoutsjs.org/clubsandactivities/. The lighthouse patch is $3.50 per patch and all members of your family and/or friends may purchase one. Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey Oct 16 – 17, 2010 hosted by the NJ Lighthouses and select affiliated museums. The Lighthouses encourage the public to take advantage of this special weekend to support and preserve the maritime history of the state of New Jersey.
Horse Fans! Don't Forget About the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Horse Club! Visit the Clubs & Girl Activities page on our site for more information www.girlscoutsjs.org
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It's Your Story – Tell It! Series 2
NJ Teacher Convention Horseback Riding Program
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full We have Horseback Riding all week Nov 1 – 5. Not sure how to keep your children busy over the break? Try our horseback riding program during the week of NJ Teacher Convention. Nov 1, 2 & 3: AM sessions open for girls and boys in grades 2 and 3. PM sessions open for girls and boys in grades 4, 5 and 6. Nov 4 & 5: Girls in the AM session and boys in the PM session. Date/Time/Location AM SES: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PM SES: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Cost: $35 p/half day; AM or PM Session Contact: Michelle
Discover Our Oceans Badge
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full See program description on page 18. Juniors – earn the NEW Discover Our Oceans Badge! Date/Time/Location SES#3 Thu, Nov 4, 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Program Activity Center NJ State Teacher Convention Contact: Michelle
Junior Orienteering
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Getting lost is no fun, and after this program it will be no problem! Juniors will learn how to read and become familiar with several different types of maps: topographical, local, national, even mass transit. Girls will learn how to orient themselves with a map and surroundings, how to calculate walking time, distance in different terrains and learn how to use a compass. Girls will earn the “Finding Your Way” Badge. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Fri, Nov 5, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $8 per girl Contact: Michelle
Check out page 16 for information on Service Projects, Council Patch Programs, Pen Pals and Religious Awards.
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Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Dec 17 Not in a troop, but want to participate in Girl Scout activities? Perhaps you enjoyed Series 1. Continue the Journey It’s Your Story-Tell It! This brand new journey called “aMUSE” uses a storytelling theme in a fun way for girls to better understand themselves and their potential. All along the journey, Girl Scout Juniors have opportunities to learn just how many roles are open to them and the possibilities those roles open for them. If there is space, girls in troops may participate. Some adult chaperones will be needed. You will get the chance to know other Juniors in your community by meeting every 2 weeks for 6 meetings in a place in the community. Included in the cost is the Journey book & awards, meeting snacks, crafts, meeting location and facilitator. Girls who register will be expected to participate in all 6 meetings. Date/Time/Location: Jan – Mar Dates, times and locations will be listed on the council website as they become available. Check back in Dec. Cost: $48 per girl ($24 payment due with registration and $24 due by Feb 4) Max: 25 girls per session Contact: Susan
Outdoor girl programs/Leader Outdoor Training!
We are offering Girl Scout Junior leaders an opportunity to participate with the girls in the badge programs that will qualify you as an outdoor trained adult – girl program and adult training all at the same time! If leaders wish to take this route in completing their outdoor training, there will be a series of four outdoor programs for Girl Scout Juniors and their leaders. We hope this training alternative will help you – skills, training while you are with your girls at programs. You must complete all four before your training is complete. The four programs in this series are: Camp Together, Outdoor Cook, Outdoor Fun and Camp Crafting.
Camp Together
Outdoor Cook
Camp Crafting
Outdoor Fun
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Girls will learn to plan a trip and consider the safety issues. Topics covered will be the buddy system, behavioral expectations, emergency procedures such as signaling for help, executing a lost camper plan, executing a fire drill and evacuation of camp. Learn about the Leave No Trace philosophy, set and follow a trail, make a kaper chart, learn basic cooking skills using a propane stove, make and eat grilled cheese sandwiches. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sun, Nov 14, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #2 Mon, Nov 29, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $20 per girl (includes the price of badge, food & supplies) Contact: Joan
BROWNIE/JUNIOR
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full During Camp Crafting girls will make a sit-upon, learn flag etiquette, learn about and make two swaps. You will also learn knife safety, make a box oven and use a charcoal grill. Girls will make and eat hot dogs and chili at the program. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Oct 9, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea SES #2 Fri, Nov 5, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #3 Sat, Nov 20, 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES#4 Thu, Dec 9, 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $20 per girl (includes the price of food & supplies) Note: Some and/or all activities will take place outside; please dress for the weather. Contact: Joan
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Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Girls will discuss how to plan for a meal at camp, how to prepare that meal and how to serve an outdoor meal. They will learn how to wash dishes in the great outdoors, as well as make a recipe booklet for their own use later. Girls will learn to light and use a propane stove, use a charcoal chimney and grill, and a wood fire. Girls will make tacos on the stove and marshmallows over the fire. Girls will eat together and receive the Outdoor Cook Badge. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sun, Nov 14, 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #2 Sat, Dec 4, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $20 per girl (includes the price of badge, food & supplies) Contact: Joan
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Girls will learn what to do in an emergency at camp, plan meals and snacks for a camping trip, learn how to build a wood and charcoal fire, basic first aid, knots and more. We will cook hamburgers on the charcoal fire and eat together. Girls will receive the Outdoor Fun Badge. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Tue, Nov 16, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #2 Sat, Dec 4, 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $20 per girl (includes the price of badge, food & supplies) Contact: Joan
Yarn and Fabric Arts
Earliest: Now Deadline: Oct 29 What can you make with yarn and fabric? Come out and try your hand at some old and new activities. What do you know about the different types of fabrics? Learn a new skill and you may discover a hidden talent. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Nov 13, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) SES #2 Sat, Nov 20, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $10.50 per girl Max: 100 girls per session Contact: Susan
Ground Water Festival
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full See program description on page 19. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Nov 13, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $8 per girl (participation patch included) Note: Junior Girl Scouts can earn their Water Wonders Badge. By attending the Ground Water Festival and another level appropriate water program girls will have earned the EPA Water Drop Patch. Badges must be purchased by the participant. Contact: Michelle
Stand Up For Yourself
Earliest: Now Deadline: Nov 19 There is no fun in bullying. This participatory workshop will help girls identify different forms of bullying, how to stop it and how to provide support for healthy relationships. Girls will work on requirements for the No Way R.A. Patch Program. The American Association of University Women, Northern Ocean County chapter, runs the workshops with the help of two bullying education experts. Sign up as an individual or as a troop. Parents/troop leaders will not be in the workshops with the girls. For more information check out our website at www.girlscoutsjs.org/program. Date/Time/ Location SES #1 Sat, Dec 11, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Georgian Court University Cost: $8.50 per girl Max: 100 girls Contact: Susan
Cookie Connection
Earliest: Now Deadline: Dec 3 Not only are Girl Scout cookies delicious, but the annual cookie sale teaches Girl Scouts many skills. Whether you are a budding entrepreneur or prefer to help out on the sidelines you can learn a lot when it comes to cookies! Start with this badge. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Wed, Dec 15, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES #2 Fri, Dec 17, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $5.25 per girl (includes badge) Max: SES#1 35 girls SES#2 50 girls Contact: Susan
Oil Up
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Dec 17 Oil is both an energy source and a raw material that is used to make many of the things you use each day. Girls will create and then clean up their own oil spill while learning about this interesting, slippery substance. Wear old clothes! Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Jan 8, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #2 Sat, Jan 29, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) Cost: $8 per girl (includes badge) Max: SES#1 100 girls SES#2 200 girls Contact: Susan
Canoe Racing Team J U N I O R /C A D E T T E / S EN I O R / AMBASSADOR
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Calling all girls who like to canoe and enjoy the heartbeat of competition! If you like to canoe and would like to learn more about competing with other Girl Scouts in canoe races in New Jersey and New York, the Jersey River Runners Canoe Racing Team is looking for new members. It’s the 20th year for the team, which races as part of the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore. This is a girl/ parent information night and an opportunity to meet the coach and girls from the team. Girls 12 years & older will compete in the races, but younger girls will train with the team and prepare to compete when they are old enough. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Wed, Jan 19, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center Cost: $40 per girl registration fee (due at Jan 19 meeting) Note: $40 per girl race fee (due Apr 1) Contact: Joan
Fondant Fun II for Valentine's Day
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Dec 22 Have you ever seen one of those cake decorating shows and thought it would be fun to try? Love to be creative and make beautiful desserts? Have you heard of Fondant? It’s a special kind of frosting that is used by professional cake decorators to make all sorts of beautiful cake decorating designs. It’s edible Play Dough! Come out and decorate your very own Valentine Cake! This is your chance to be creative, learn a new skill, and make something beautiful and edible all in one place. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Wed, Jan 19, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Toms River (TBA) SES#2 Thu, Jan 20, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Toms River (TBA) SES#3 Thu, Jan 27, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#4 Mon, Jan 31, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $12 per girl Max: 50 girls per session Contact: Susan
Carnival DAISY/BROWNIE/JUNIOR
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Jan 29 Games with prizes face painting, nail art. Fun! Do you enjoy these activities? If yes, then the Carol Kubida Carnival is the place for you to be! Carnival Day is a fundraiser to raise money for the Carol Kubida Fund, which provides financial assistance to older girls for larger trips. In a few years, it may be you requesting money from the fund, so come out and show your support. Snacks and drinks will be on sale. Arrival time is flexible. It will take approx. 2-2.5 hours to complete. Date/Time/Location A – Arrive between 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. B – Arrive between 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. SES #1A Sat, Feb 12, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) SES#1B Sat, Feb 12, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) SES#2A Sat, Feb 26, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#2B Sat, Feb 26, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $6 per girl or tagalong (sibling) Note: Be sure to list A or B for your arrival time, along with session number. You must leave the program after your session has been completed in order to make room for the following session. Contact: BJ
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Ski/Snow Tubing Trip JUNIOR/CADETTE/SENIOR/AMBASSADOR
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Jan 14 Come and enjoy a day of Ski and/or Snow Tubing at Jack Frost Big Boulder Pocono Resort. Fee will include lift ticket, equipment rental (boots, skis and poles), lessons and transportation, and option of splitting the day between skiing and tubing. Bring a bagged lunch or purchase a lunch there. You must have gloves, hat, scarf, snow jacket, snow pants and goggles. Adults must accompany individual girls. A $30 per person deposit must accompany registration- balance is due Jan 14. You have the option of signing a promissory note to pay the balance after you have deposited your Cookie Commission. A list of participants noting girl or adult and phone number must accompany registration. Also, please note on registration choice of AM or PM for half day snow tubing option. No refunds or removing people after Jan 7. Buses will depart from Toms River and/or Farmingdale depending on registrations. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Sat, Jan 29 6:00 a.m. – Approximate Departure 7:30 p.m. – Approximate Return Cost: All prices are approximate; final prices will be available in early Nov $96 – Full Package Ski $116 – Full Package Ski and Half Day (AM or PM) Snow Tubing $71 – Snow Tubing All Day $66 – Lift and Transportation (Adult) $31 – Transportation Only Max: 112 participants Note: Use Ski/Snow Tubing Trip Registration Form Contact: Susan
High on Life
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Jan 21 Winning a game. Acing a test. Hanging out with good friends. Now those are ideal highs! For this badge you will stomp out harmful habits and get high on life! Workshops will be planned and run by professional from the Monmouth & Ocean County Health Departments & the local Municipal Alliances. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Feb 5, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. School in Monmouth County (TBA) SES #2 Sat, Feb 26, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) Cost: $10 per girl Max: 100 girls per session Contact: Susan
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Case of the Missing Ring
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Jan 21 This ring has been passed down through generations to the first female in each generation. It originated with a Duchess of Nottingham, England, who is said to have received it from a Duke in Barcelona, Spain when she was 12 years old and now it is missing! This mystery takes place in Dame Sarah’s county estate and she has asked you to join her for games and some yummy pizza and to help her solve the case of the Missing Ring. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Feb 5, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) SES #2 Sat, Feb 12, 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $12.50 per girl $6.25 per adult Max: 100 girls, 25 adults Note: One adult per troop is free if she volunteers to help during the program. Volunteers must be prearranged. Contact: Susan
Franklin Institute Camp In
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Jan 21 Calling all Girl Scout Juniors! Come out to the Franklin Institute for some fun with hands on activities and demonstrations on earth, air, water and light. See a show in the Tuttleman IMAX and wake up with a view of the heavens in the Fels Planetarium. Roll out your sleeping bags after an evening full of activities. A $30 per person (non refundable) deposit must accompany registration – balance is due Feb 18. You have the option of signing a promissory note to pay the balance after you have deposited your Cookie Commission. A list of participants noting girl or adult plus phone number, must accompany registration or your registration will be returned. If interested in bus transportation, please contact Susan. A minimum # is required for the bus. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Mar 5 – Sun, Mar 6 6:00 p.m. Sat – 9:30 a.m. Sun Cost: $50 own transportation Max: 200 participants Note: NO REFUNDS OR REMOVALS AFTER FEB 18 Contact: Susan
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Boston
Earliest: Now Deadline: Nov 19 Take a tour of Boston’s Freedom Trail, view “Old Ironsides,” The USS Constitution and the Old North Church, where the lanterns were hung to signal the midnight ride of Paul Revere. Spend time on the Boston Harbor, cruising on the Liberty Clipper boat. Visit the Salem Witch Museum and the House of the Seven Gables. Enter the Prudential Center Skywalk for a sweeping 360 degree view of the entire Boston area. Visit the Plymouth Plantation and the Mayflower. The trip includes coach transportation, hotel accommodations, 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners and all admissions. A $50 per person deposit must accompany registration. 50% of the trip must be paid for by Feb 11. The balance paid in full by Apr 15. NO REFUNDS OR CHANGING NUMBERS AFTER MAR 1. You can make monthly payments. A list of participants noting girl (include age) or adults, including phone numbers must accompany registration. Buses will leave from Toms River and/or the PAC depending on registrations. Rooms are assigned by troop; the beds are double or queen size. Prices are per person. Take advantage of the product sale advantage (PSA). If you register for this trip you can earn the following PSA: Nuts after the 1st 20 items you will receive $1 per item towards the trip. Troops and Juliettes will also receive the basic commission. The same applies for cookies after the first 50 boxes. If you back out of the trip, you forfeit the PSA. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Fri, Jun 24 – Sun, Jun 26 Departure: 7:00 a.m. Approximate Return: 9:00 p.m. Cost: Quad $335 Triple $355 Double $399 Min: 50 Contact: BJ
cadettes seniors ambassadors Marvelous Mysteries Interest Project
Earliest: Now Deadline: Sept 3 Do you like a good mystery? Can you use the clues to find out who dun-nit? Imagine yourself as a female detective investigating a crime scene, interviewing the suspects and making the arrest by using Brain teasers, science experiments and mystery games. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Sept 11, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Hooper Ave Elementary SES# 2 Sat, Sept 25, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $8 per girl $4 Early Bird Note: Early Bird Discount applies to girls who registered for the 2010/11 Girl Scout year by July 31, 2010. The Early Bird price can be applied to ONE program only. Max: 100 girls per session Contact: BJ
Silver & Gold Award Committee
The volunteer Silver & Gold Award committee meets most months to interview all Gold Award Project proposals. The committee will meet each girl, review her project, give immediate feedback and assign a Committee Contact Person. Project proposals (applications) must be submitted to either Service Center by 4:00 p.m. the Thursday prior to the next scheduled meeting. Once submitted, girls will be scheduled to appear at the next committee meeting. Dates for the spring will be published in the next issue of Shore Things. Date/Time/Location Program Activity Center, Farmindale Second Mon of the month Sept 13 Oct 12 (Tue) Nov 8 Jan 10 Feb 14 Mar 14 Ocean Service Center Last Tue of the month Sept 28 Oct 26 Nov 30 Jan 25 Feb 22 Mar 29 Contact: Jenny
Challenge Course I & Challenge Course II with Zip Line Junior/Cadette/Senior/Ambassador
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Camp Amity Acres' & Camp Sacajawea’s challenge course programs provide an outdoor hands-on mental and physical challenge. The purpose of the ropes course is to help develop individual confidence and to provide a team building experience. There are two participation levels; Level I and Level II. You may participate in each level more than once – each time it will become a new experience because of how the challenge and the group interplays; as well as different elements on the low ropes course. The girls will receive a patch. Additional programs can be scheduled at your request with a minimum of 12 girls. Sessions below are held at Camp Amity Acres:
Challenge Course I
ChallengeCourseII–includeszipline
Challenge Course I
ChallengeCourseII–includeszipline
SES #1 Mon, Sept 20, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #2 Wed, Oct 6, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #3 Tue, Oct 19, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Sessions below are held at Camp Sacajawea:
SES #4 Thu, Sept 23, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #5 Tue, Sept 28, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Contact:
SES #1B Mon, Sept 27, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #2B Wed, Oct 12, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #3B Tue, Oct 26, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
SES #4B Thu, Sept 30, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. SES #5B Tue, Oct 5, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Spooktacular Teen Prep
Do you want to be part of the biggest girl run event of the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore? Come to this prep meeting to help with the planning of the Spooktacular ghost walk, scary skits and all of the fun for the event. At this gathering, we’ll discuss the volunteer positions and how we’ll make this event the best ever. Visit www.jerseyshorespooktacular.com Date/Time/Location SES #1 Wed, Sept 15, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: 0 Contact: Joan
World Water Monitoring Day
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full World Water Monitoring Day is celebrated worldwide on September 18. The United Nations’ World Health Organization has extended that time to December 31st. Join us as we join girls and adults around the world, especially our sisters in the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, in raising awareness and getting involved in protecting water resources. The results from our water tests will be entered into the database where over 73,000 people from over 70 countries have already posted their results in the past. Participants will receive a certificate and a patch. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Mon, Sept 20, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES#2 Sun, Sept 19, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $8 per girl Contact: Michelle
Camping Interest Project
CADETTE/SENIOR/AMBASSADOR/ADULT
(Adults who participate in this program will be considered outdoor trained – so will the girls over the age of 14!) Earliest: Now Deadline: When full We will plan a camping trip, learn flag etiquette, learn knife safety, plan a meal, make a kaper chart, and learn to make fire starters and more. Girls will do a service project for camp at this program. We will prepare lunch and eat together. All participants will need to have a mess kit for the program. We will prepare and eat chili, hot dogs and brownies. You should bring snacks for the day and a water bottle. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Sept 25, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $20 per participant Contact: Joan
$11.50 per girl for Challenge Course I $15 per girl for Challenge Course II with zipline Joan
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cadettes seniors ambassadors Horseback Riding Interest Project
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Enjoy a horseback riding program in our indoor riding arena. This program is for girls, whether they’ve ridden or not. Groom a horse, clean a paddock, learn the parts of a horse and, of course, ride a horse. Girls will complete some requirements for the Horse Sense IPP, Girls will finish at the barn at 6:30 p.m. They will then be escorted to the infirmary or Program Activity Center to complete their IP. Girls will eat, then finish their IP work and be done for an 8:30 p.m. pick up. Girls can bring dinner or pay an additional fee of $5 for pizza. Half Price Specials Register for the September 28th program before June 30th and ride for $15 per girl; after June 30th pay full price. Half price for January program as well. Date/Time/Location All sessions below will be held at Chariot Riders, Farmingdale SES #1 Tue, Sept 28, 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. SES #2 Tue, Nov 23, 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. SES#3 Tue, Jan 25, 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Cost: $30 per girl Contact: Michelle
Fashion Design Interest Project
Earliest: Now Deadline: Sept 24 Your clothing reveals your personality and your moods. Let’s express our personality through clothes, fabric and colors by designing your perfect dream prom gown. No artistic ability is required; anyone can be a designer. Date/Time/Location
SES#1
Sat, Oct 2, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Walnut St. Elementary School, Toms River
Sat, Oct 16, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
SES#2
Program Activity Center
Cost: Note: Max: Contact:
$8 per girl $4 Early Bird Early Bird discount applies to girls who registered for the 2010/11 Girl Scout year by July 31, 2010. The Early Bird price can be applied to ONE program only. 100 girls per session BJ
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Community Service Bar in Girl Scouting
Earliest: Now Deadline: Sept 24 One of the most valuable lessons that can be learned within Girl Scouting is that you have the power to give back and help the community. As older girls within Girl Scouting, we would like to train you to help at Girl Scout programs. We at the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore offer a variety of programs to younger girls and would like to give you the opportunity to help facilitate programs. This training will give you insight to the program planning process, how to assist facilitators with the program, ways to relate to younger girls, and various ways to show younger girls how to have fun at programs while sharing your own Girl Scout knowledge and experiences. Come and continue the Girl Scout tradition of giving back to others. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Thu, Sept 30, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Manalapan Library SES#2 Fri, Oct 29, 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center Cost: $5 per girl Note: The Community Service Bar will not be given after the completion of the training. The training is a pre-requisite for earning the Community Service Bar in Girl Scouting and the actual bar can only be earned after the girl has completed 25 hours of service following the training. Further information in regards to completing hours will be given to the girls at the training. Contact: BJ
Eco Action Interest Program
Ground Water Festival Prep Session Be a part of something great and earn your Eco Action IP. Last year the Ground Water Festival had 22 stations and over 250 participants. This year will be even better! Come and help plan this year’s activities from planting a rain garden, playing games and having conservation demonstrations. Learn while you teach others. Ground Water Festival will be held on Nov 13 at the Program Activity Center. You need to be at the Prep session and at the Ground Water Festival to earn the IP. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Wed, Oct 13, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: 0 Contact: Michelle
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Self Defense
Earliest: Now Deadline: 2 weeks prior This self defense course, taught by a black-belt instructor, is designed to meet the needs of girls who wish to learn techniques for personal selfdefense. Each class will begin with a warm up, joint and balance exercises and include some games. Defense methods are taught against the most common attacks and situations. Each session is multiple dates. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Wed, Oct 6 & Oct 13 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #2 Tue, Nov 2 & Nov 16 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 591 Lakehurst Rd., Toms River SES#3 Mon, Jan 31, Feb 14, Feb 28, Mar 14 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Eagle Sprague Recreation Center 241 Eleventh St., Seneca Blvd, Waretown Cost: $24 per girl Note: If your troop is unable to make any of the dates above then a separate session can be arranged for you with a minimum of 10 girls registered. Contact: BJ
Climbing Wall
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Pre-requisite for climbing wall: girls must have completed at least Challenge Course I before exploring the challenges of the Climbing Wall. Our climbing wall program presents both physical and mental challenges and is just plain fun!! It promotes strength, endurance, power, flexibility and skill. It presents a balance between physical exercise and mental discipline. Girls gain a heightened sense of self-confidence and independence as a result of gaining new skills and successfully completing challenging climbs. Climbing addresses four of the five components of physical fitness: muscular strength, muscular endurance, body composition, and flexibility. Additional programs may be scheduled at your request with a minimum of 12 girls. Invite other girls and/or Girl Scouts to join you to meet or exceed the minimum number. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sun, Oct 10, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Camp Amity Acres SES #2 Sun, Oct 17, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $15 per participant Contact: Joan
cadettes seniors ambassadors Discover Our Lighthouses
Six Flags Camporee or Day Program Performing Arts Interest Program
Earliest: Now Deadline: Sept 30 Join girls from several states for an overnight adventure or come just for the day at the 14th annual Girl Scout Camporee. Attend the Performing Arts workshops, featuring presentations by the Six Flags Entertainment Dept., on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m. Enjoy the rides and shows Six Flags has to offer during Fright Fest. Individual girls must be chaperoned by an adult.
Camporee Oct 8 – 10
Pitch your tents for one or two nights in an exclusive area on Six Flags property. Check-in after 5:00 p.m. on Friday or before 8:00 a.m. on Saturday. Tents may be reserved on a first-come basis at the Service Center. You can set up a grill, brown bag it or eat in the park. Check out of your campsite by 1:00 p.m. Sunday. Packages Package A/B includes program, camping site, facilities and patch. Package A $47 per person 2-Day Admission Theme Park, Safari Park
Package B
$10 per person
Season Ticket Holders
Friday Night Sleepover Oct 8 – 9
No tents needed. Roll your sleeping bags out in the catering area of the park. Check-in after 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Breakfast Saturday is included. Move your sleeping bags and gear to your car Saturday morning, and enjoy the workshops and the park until 11:00 p.m. Packages (New for 2010) Package E/F includes program, facilities, breakfast and patch. Package E $56 per person Friday & Saturday Admission Theme Park, Safari Park
Package F
$18 per person
Season Ticket Holders
Day Program – Oct 9
Attend the 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. program and then stay in the park as long as you like until 11:00 p.m. Packages Package C/D includes program and patch. Package C $30 per person 1-Day Admission Theme Park, Safari Park Package D $5 per person Season Ticket Holders
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full We have a lighthouse patch program that is fun for the whole family. Call (732) 938-5454, ext. 156, email bcruz@girlscoutsjs.org or visit our website www.girlscoutsjs.org/clubsandactivities/. The lighthouse patch is $3.50 per patch and all members of your family and/or friends may purchase one. Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey Oct 16 – 17, 2010 hosted by the NJ Lighthouses and select affiliated museums. The Lighthouses encourage the public to take advantage of this special weekend to support and preserve the maritime history of the state of New Jersey.
NJ Teacher Convention Horseback Riding Program
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full We have Horseback Riding all week Nov 1 – 5. Not sure how to keep your children busy over the break? Try our horseback riding program during the week of NJ Teacher Convention. Nov 1, 2 & 3: AM sessions open for girls and boys in grades 2 and 3. PM sessions open for girls and boys in grades 4, 5 and 6. Nov 4 & 5: Girls in the AM session and boys in the PM session Date/Time/Location AM SES: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PM SES: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Cost: $ 35 p/half day; AM or PM Session Contact: Michelle
Meal Options Sat Breakfast 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. All you can eat bagels, eggs, bacon, juice and hot chocolate Cost: $8 Sat Dinner 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. All you can eat fried chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, pasta salad, garden salad, soft drinks and ice cream Cost: $15 Note: Younger girls and family members can join you in the Theme Park and for dinner on Saturday. $30 per person admission only. Registration Flyer is on the Council website. See Fall Girl Scout Days. Use Six Flags Registration Form. Contact: Jenny
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cadettes seniors ambassadors Reach for the Silver
Going for the Gold
Earliest: Now Deadline: 2 weeks prior The Silver Award is the second highest award a girl can earn in Girl Scouting. This workshop is for girls who are planning to work on their Silver Award and have questions about the process for successfully completing the Silver Award Project. If you have completed your pre-requisites but have questions about finding the right project, this workshop is for you. Troop advisors/leaders/parents are encouraged to attend. You will receive a confirmation either via email or phone. The workshops are based on the Journey as a prerequisite. Additional workshops will be scheduled in the spring. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Thu, Oct 14, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Manalapan Library SES#2 Mon, Oct 18, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES#3 Thu, Oct 20, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Stafford Library, Manahawkin SES#4 Mon, Oct 25, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#5 Tue, Nov 16, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#6 Tue, Nov 30, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES#7 Wed, Jan 5, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES#8 Mon, Jan 31, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $2 per participant Max: 50 participants per session Note: Please bring a notebook and pen Contact: BJ
Earliest: Now Deadline: 2 weeks prior The Gold Award is the highest achievement that a Girl Scout can earn. It is recognized all over the country and something that colleges and universities recognize. Come learn the process from beginning to end and have all of your questions about everything from the prerequisites, to the project itself, answered! Troop advisors/ leaders/parents are encouraged to attend. You will receive a confirmation either via email or phone.
Silver Award Workshop
Behind the Story: An Inside Look at Good Morning America
Earliest: Now Deadline: Oct 22 Good morning, Girl Scouts! From Justin Bieber to Selena Gomez, all the big stars pass through the set of Good Morning America to make sure that you start your day with a smile. So if the big stars get to see the Good Morning America set then why shouldn’t you? You get to be both the audience member and watch the show as well as find out what it is like behind the scenes with a tour of the studio after the show. We will be having lunch at the Bubba Gump Shrimp Company following the tour. Both lunch and transportation are included in the registration cost. Buses will leave from Toms River and/or Farmingdale depending on registrations. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Thu, Nov 4, 5:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cost: $49 per girl Note: Please list any food allergies or restrictions on registration form. Contact: Jenny
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Gold Award Information Workshop
These workshops are based on the Journeys as a pre-requisite. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Tue, Oct 26, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES #2 Thu, Oct 28, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #3 Mon, Nov 8, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Manalapan Library SES #4 Mon, Nov 15, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #5 Mon, Nov 29, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES #6 Mon, Dec 6, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Stafford Library, Manahawkin SES #7 Wed, Jan 12, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES #8 Wed, Jan 26, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $2 per participant Max: 50 participants per session Contact: Jenny
Advanced Outdoor Cooking Interest Program
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full We will cook in a plastic bag, a foil pouch and an orange shell. We’ll look for recipes that we can adapt to outdoor cooking and make one of them. We’ll learn how to wash our mess kits outdoors, plan a menu for cooking outdoors and more. All participants must bring a water bottle and a mess kit. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Thu, Nov 4, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $15 per participant Contact: Joan
Check out page 16 for information on Service Projects, Council Patch Programs, Pen Pals and Religious Awards.
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National & International Wider Opportunities Information Nights
Earliest: Now Deadline: 1 week prior Where are you going in Summer 2011 or 2012? 2011 – London, Paris and Rome; Savannah, Georgia; Cape Cod 2012 – Hawaii; Costa Rica; Europe These are some of the places Girl Scouts will travel in the next two years. Come to one of the information meetings and have your questions answered. Information about money earning opportunities, PSA (Product Sale Advantage), financial assistance, itineraries and the cost of the trips will be provided. Trips are open to girls and adult chaperones (troop leader/advisor/parent). You can sign up with your troop or as an individual. To participate in an international Wider Opportunity you must have completed 9th grade at the time the trip takes place. Details of the trips and application procedures will be online at the end of August. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Mon, Nov 1, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES #2 Tue, Nov 2, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Program Activity Center Contact: Jenny
Discover Our Oceans Interest Project
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Monmouth and Ocean Counties are ocean front counties! We are the Jersey Shore!! Bring your binoculars and your camera and enjoy our beautiful natural vistas and the wildlife that share the Jersey Shore. Seize the opportunity to experience why the New Jersey coastal region is a popular destination for wildlife viewing. Marine mammals such as dolphin, seals, otters, and whales frequent our area. Protected species such as the osprey, piping plover, black skimmer, least tern, and northern diamondback terrapin can be found nesting in our beach and marsh habitats. You will seine in the salt marsh, as you learn how plants and animals adapt to this environment; about marine food webs from producers to predators; why an estuary is important to all of us and how we humans impact the bay and marsh environments. Learn about beach zones, barrier plants and animals and how waves, currents and tides create the beach environment. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Thu, Nov 4, 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Sandy Hook Marine Conservation Center, Sea Bright, NJ Cost: $5.50 per girl Note: If needed, arrangements can be made to drop off earlier or pick up later for working parents. Contact: Michelle
cadettes seniors ambassadors Orienteering Interest Project
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Girls will earn the Orienteering IPP. They will learn to use maps and compasses, and will end the session by helping to set up and run a Junior “Finding Your Way” event. Girls will get compasses and whistles to take home, and never worry about not knowing the way. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Fri, Nov 5, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea Cost: $12 per girl Contact: Michelle
Cake Decorating II Make It Bigger, Make It Better
Earliest: Now Deadline: Oct 22 Become your own “Cake Boss” making it bigger and better. This program will teach the girls how to layer and decorate cakes, using frosting bags and special tips. The girls will be provided with a cake of their own to decorate their way. When they are finished, the girls will be able to bring their cake home to share with their family and friends. You did not have to attend Cake Decorating in order to participate. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Sat, Nov 6, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#2 Sat, Nov 6, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#3 Sat, Nov 20, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) SES#4 Sat, Nov 20, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) Cost: $18 per girl Note: Please dress for mess as the food dye paste will stain. Contact: BJ
FNF (Friday Night Fun) Beading Beyond the Strands
Earliest: Now Deadline: Oct 29 Tired of the same old strand of beads? Then you need to come to this FNF where you will learn how to make a special piece of jewelry using beads in a new way! Create a bracelet that is made to look like a chain of flowers around your wrist. Also learn how to make a beaded appliqué. Come have fun and show your creative side. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Fri, Nov 12, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES #2 Fri, Nov 19, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Ocean Service Center Cost: $10.50 per girl Contact: BJ
Girltopia – Journey Overnight
Maze Mania – aMAZE Journey Overnight
CADETTE
SENIOR
Earliest: Now Deadline: Oct 29 What would your perfect girl world look like? Join us as we take a journey discovering the reality of life for girls throughout the world. Become a visionary as you create a work of art representing your ideal vision for a perfect world where girls rule! This is an overnight program. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Sat, Nov 13, 4:00 p.m. – Sun, Nov 14, 4:00 p.m. Ocean Service Center Cost: $35 per girl Dinner, breakfast and lunch included Contact: BJ
GSUSA destinations
Destinations are travel opportunities sponsored by outside groups or other Girl Scout Councils. To see what is out there and to download an application visit http://www.studio2b.org/escape/ destinations/ Take advantage of the Product Sale Advantage (PSA). Girls, if you apply for a destination you can earn the following PSA: Nuts after the 1st 20 items you will receive $1.00 per item towards the trip. Girls will also receive the basic commission. The same applies for cookies after the 1st 50 boxes. If you back out of the trip you forfeit the PSA. Questions about a destination, contact BJ. Deadline for applying for a 2011 destination is Nov 15, 2010. Applications and references must be sent to: Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, 242 Adelphia Rd, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 att: BJ Wood
Earliest: Now Deadline: Nov 29 What is in your maze? Join us as we embark on an amazing journey to self discovery and life skills. You will connect with other girls as you discover that everyone’s maze is different. Come take part in fun interactive activities and step into your journey during this overnight program. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Dec 11, 4:00 p.m. – Sun, Dec 12, 4:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $35 per girl Dinner, breakfast and lunch included Contact: BJ
FNF (Friday Night Fun) Escape the Cold: Hawaiian Luau
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Dec 23 ALOHA! It is cold outside! Come on in and warm up with a Hawaiian Luau! Experience the tropical culture that Hawaii has to offer. Learn how to do a Hawaiian dance, create your own lei, and try some Hawaiian recipes. Come dressed in your grass skirts, Hawaiian shirts and get ready to Luau! Date/Time/Location SES#1 Fri, Jan 7, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#2 Fri, Jan 14, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Ocean Service Center Cost: $10 per girl Contact: BJ
College & Careers SENIOR/AMBASSADOR
Earliest: Now Deadline: Nov 5 What does your future hold for you? Are you curious about freshman year in college? Are you curious about what careers are right for you? Do you know what you want to do, but have questions? Don’t know what you want to do, but would like help in finding out where your talents lie? Come to one of these first meetings and help us set the course for future workshops and activities. At the first meeting you will meet a local woman vet; she will give you an overview of her vocation and the road she took to get here where she is today. Come with an open mind and suggestions. Join us for dessert and refreshments. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Mon, Nov 15, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES#2 Mon, Nov 22, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $5 per girl Contact: BJ
Check out page 15 for a description of clubs for Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors.
Interested in robotics?
Contact Pat Kurz at pkurz@girlscoutsjs.org and visit our website www.girlscoutsjs.org/ clubsandacitivities/robotics to find our how Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors can explore the world of robotics.
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cadettes seniors ambassadors Couch Potato Interest Project
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Dec 24 Have you ever thought about earning an Interest Project Patch for watching T.V.? Watching T.V. can be a fun, educational activity, a way to de-stress and relax, or it can be a very unhealthy way to pass the time. It all depends on how and what you watch. This Interest Project is a cool way to improve your T.V. viewing habits so your potato chip is “baked,” not “fried.” Date/Time/Location SES#1 Sat, Jan 8, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#2 Sat, Jan 29, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) Cost: $8 per girl (includes Interest Project patch) Max: 100 girls per session Contact: BJ
Lia! Leader in Action CADETTE
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Dec 24 President! Secretary of State! Lawyer! Doctor! All of your dreams are possible if you have the leadership skills to go after what you want and the best thing of all is that it all starts here. The Leader in Action program gives you the best of both worlds. You will have the opportunity to learn new leadership skills and how to take these new skills back to Brownie troops to assist them in their own Girl Scouting Quest. Whether you are shy or loud, a great writer or speaker, this program will allow you to display your special talents while teaching you how to foster and bring out new skills in your Brownie sisters. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Sat, Jan 15, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Ocean Service Center SES#2 Fri, Jan 28, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Cost: $8 per girl Contact: BJ
Canoe Racing Team JUNIOR/CADETTE/SENIOR/AMBASSADOR
Earliest: Now Deadline: When full Calling all girls who like to canoe and enjoy the heartbeat of competition! If you like to canoe and would like to learn more about competing with other Girl Scouts in canoe races in New Jersey and New York, the Jersey River Runners Canoe Racing Team is looking for new members. It’s the 20th year for the team, which races as part of the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore. This is a girl/ parent information night and an opportunity to meet the coach and girls from the team. Girls 12 years & older will compete in the races, but younger girls will train with the team and prepare to compete when they are old enough. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Wed, Jan 19, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Ocean Service Center Cost: $40 per girl registration fee (due at Jan 19 meeting) Note: $40 per girl race fee due Apr 1 Contact: Joan
In the Pink Interest Project
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Jan 7 Join the fight against breast cancer by “thinking pink.” Come and learn about the importance of women’s health and how to keep your body at its best by developing a healthy lifestyle. You are never too young to start or to learn. Start the day as you join us for a continental breakfast. A snack will also be served. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Sat, Jan 22, 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Cost: $15 per girl Min: 20 girls Contact: BJ
Paper Works Interest Project
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Jan 21 Paper is integral material in everyday life. It can be used for much more than homework. This program will allow your imagination to run wild as you learn about all kinds of uses for a blank piece of paper. The girls will complete an art project using paper and paper techniques. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Fri, Feb 4, 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Program Activity Center SES#2 Fri, Feb 18, 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Ocean Service Center Cost: $10 per girl Contact: BJ
Salve Regina Leadership Conference 10th GRADE & UP
Earliest: Now Deadline: Oct 11 The Salve Regina Leadership Conference is your chance to bond with Girl Scouts from all over the country. Sponsored by the Girl Scouts of Rhode Island and held on the beautiful Salve Regina campus in Newport, Rhode Island. Girls are treated to workshops that explore such issues as dating and relationships, nutrition and exercise, as well as tips to help you prepare for college or job search. Those who participate will truly experience the college lifestyle by staying in the dorm, eating in the dining hall and attending a dance at the historic mansion. Come and challenge yourself while having fun at the same time. Take advantage of the Product Sale Advantage (PSA). Girls, if you register for this leadership opportunity you can earn the following PSA: Nuts, after the 1st 20 items you will receive $1.00 per item towards the trip. Girls will also receive the basic commission. The same applies for cookies after the 1st 50 boxes. If you back out of the trip, you forfeit the PSA. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Fri, Mar 11 – Sun, Mar 13 Salve Regina University, Rhode Island Cost: $180 per girl Max: 18 Note: Adult volunteers are needed to both drive a rented van and chaperone. If you are interested, please contact BJ. Contact: BJ
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cadettes seniors ambassadors Ski/Snow Tubing Trip
JUNIOR/CADETTE/SENIOR/AMBASSADOR
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: When full Come and enjoy a day of Ski and or Snow Tubing at Jack Frost Big Boulder Pocono Resort. Fee will include lift ticket, equipment rental (boots, skis and poles), lessons and transportation, and option of splitting the day between skiing and tubing. Bring a bagged lunch or purchase a lunch there. You must have gloves, hat, scarf, snow jacket, snow pants and goggles. Adults must accompany individual girls. A $30 per person deposit must accompany registration- balance is due Jan 14. You have the option of signing a promissory note to pay the balance after you have deposited your Cookie Commission. A list of participants noting girl or adult and phone number must accompany registration. Also, please note on registration choice of AM or PM for half day snow tubing option. No refunds or removing people after Jan 7. Buses will depart from Toms River and/or Farmingdale depending on registrations. Date/Time/Location SES#1 Sat, Jan 29 6:00 a.m. – Approximate Departure 7:30 p.m. – Approximate Return Cost: All prices are approximate; final prices will be available in early Nov $96 – Full Package Ski $116 – Full Package Ski and Half Day (AM or PM) Snow Tubing $71 – Snow Tubing All Day $66 – Lift and Transportation (Adult) $31 – Transportation Only Max: 112 participants Note: Use Ski/Snow Tubing Trip Registration Form Contact: Susan
Carnival - Carol Kubida Fundraiser
Earliest: Nov 1 Deadline: Jan 29 The carnival is an important money earner for the Carol Kubida Fund which provides financial assistance to older girls looking to participate in large, council-sponsored Wider Opportunities to places like Hawaii, London, Paris, and Rome. The carnival is for younger girls and troops to have fun with games, nail art, face painting, etc. You provide the games, we provide the prizes. We need a minimum of 25 games that you will create and run. We need to know how many games you will provide and the name of each game, no later than Jan 28! Please include this information on your registration form. Council will provide the prizes for each game. We also need teens and adult volunteers for the registration table from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Other volunteers are needed to hand out prizes, sell snacks & baked goods, paint nails and faces. Also each troop that registers should donate some type of baked goods. Please bring a brown bag lunch. There will be time to eat between Carnival sessions. We need a list of games, etc. you will be bringing and where you would like to help out by Jan 28 Date/Time/Location Prep info needed by Sat, Jan 29 SES#1 Sat, Feb 12, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Toms River School (TBA) SES#2 Sat, Feb 26, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Program Activity Center Note: Participation in the carnival will be taken into consideration when applying for financial assistance from the Carol Kubida Fund. Contact: BJ
Boston
Earliest: Now Deadline: Nov 19 Take a tour of Boston’s Freedom Trail, view “Old Ironsides,” The USS Constitution and the Old North Church, where the lanterns were hung to signal the midnight ride of Paul Revere. Spend time on the Boston Harbor, cruising on the Liberty Clipper boat. Visit the Salem Witch Museum and the House of the Seven Gables. Enter the Prudential Center Skywalk for a sweeping 360 degree view of the entire Boston area. Visit the Plymouth Plantation and the Mayflower. The trip includes coach transportation, hotel accommodations, 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners and all admissions. A $50 per person deposit must accompany registration. 50% of the trip must be paid for by Feb 11. The balance paid in full by Apr 15. NO REFUNDS OR CHANGING NUMBERS AFTER MAR 1. You can make monthly payments. A list of participants noting girl (include age) or adults, including phone numbers must accompany registration. Buses will leave from Toms River and/or the PAC depending on registrations. Rooms are assigned by troop; the beds are double or queen size. Prices are per person. Take advantage of the product sale advantage (PSA). If you register for this trip you can earn the following PSA: Nuts after the 1st 20 items you will receive $1 per item towards the trip. Troops and Juliettes will also receive the basic commission. The same applies for cookies after the first 50 boxes. If you back out of the trip, you forfeit the PSA. Date/Time/Location SES #1 Fri, Jun 24 – Sun, Jun 26 Departure: 7:00 a.m. Approximate Return: 9:00 p.m. Cost: Quad $335 Triple $355 Double $399 Min: 40 Note: Please list participants names, girl or adult plus room selection and attach to Registration Form. Contact: BJ
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Program Registration Program Name & Date _________________________________________________________________ Session_______________ Troop #_______________ Level_______________
Region________________________
Adult/Leader/Advisor/_________________________________________________ Home Phone (_________)__________________ Girl name (only use if registration is for one girl)___________________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________Town_______________________________Zip________________ Day Phone (_________)__________________
Cell Phone (________)___________________
Email_________________________________________________________
Would you prefer an email confirmation? ______yes
# Girls _________ @ $_________ + # Girls/children _________ @ $___________
Total paid $___________
# Adults _________ @ $_________Total Due $_____________
Deposit (if applicable) $___________ Nutty Money $__________
List Laureen Finn/Paula Brown girls:________________________________________
Cookie Credits $__________
Note special needs, accommodations, food allergies etc:
Laureen Finn/Paula Brown Fund $__________ _____________________________________________________________
Balance $___________
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Adult/Leader/Advisor/_________________________________________________ Home Phone (_________)__________________ Girl name (only use if registration is for one girl)___________________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________Town_______________________________Zip________________ Day Phone (_________)__________________
Cell Phone (________)___________________
Email_________________________________________________________
Would you prefer an email confirmation? ______yes
# Girls _________ @ $_________ + # Girls/children _________ @ $___________
Total paid $___________
# Adults _________ @ $_________Total Due $_____________
Deposit (if applicable) $___________
List Laureen Finn/Paula Brown girls:________________________________________ Note special needs, accommodations, food allergies etc:
Nutty Money $__________ Cookie Credits $__________
Laureen Finn/Paula Brown Fund $__________ _____________________________________________________________
Balance $___________
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Six Flags Camporee Registration Troop #__________ Level_________ Region______________________ Arrival Day & Time__________________________ Advisor/Adult________________________________________________________ Home Phone (_______)___________________ Send confirmation to: Name______________________________________________ Home Phone (_______)___________________ Address______________________________________________________ Town________________________ Zip_____________ Email_____________________________________ Day Phone (_______)______________ Cell Phone # (_____)______________ # Girls _______
# Adults _______
Total Due $__________
#_____ A @ $47 = $______
#_____ breakfast @ $8 = $_______
#_____ B @ $10 = $______
#_____ dinners @ $15
#_____ C @ $30 = $______ #_____ D @ $ 5 = $______
Deposit $__________
= $_______
Cash/Check $__________
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@ $56 = $_______
Laureen Finn/Paula Brown Fund $__________
#______ F
@ $18 = $_______
Nutty Money $__________
If applied for Laureen Finn/Paula Brown Fund, please check here: _____ Cookie Credits/Bucks $__________ List name(s) – include girls in above count: _____________________________________________ Balance Due $__________ NOTE: LIST OF PARTICIPANTS, INCLUDING EMERGENCY PHONE AND NOTATION OF ADULT OR GIRL MUST BE ATTACHED TO THIS REGISTRATION FORM.
Ski/Snow Tubing Registration Troop #__________ Level________ Region_____________________ Advisor/Adult__________________________________________________________ Home Phone (_______)_________________ Send confirmation to: Name_______________________________________________ Home Phone (_______)_________________ Address______________________________________________________ Town________________________ Zip_____________ Day Phone (_______)______________ Cell Phone # (_____)______________ Email_________________________________________________________ _____yes
Would you prefer an email confirmation?
#Girls _______ # Adults _______ #_______ @ $ _______ = $_______ Full Ski package #_______ @ $ _______ = $_______ Snow Tubing all day #_______ @ $ _______ = $_______ Ski/Tubing package #_______ @ $ _______ = $ _______ Lift & ½ day Snow Tubing #_______ @ $ _______ = $_______ Lift & Transportation #_______ @ $ _______ = $ _______ Transportation only
Total Due $__________ Deposit $__________ Cash/Check $__________ Laureen Finn/Paula Brown Fund $__________ Nutty Money $__________ Cookie Credits/Bucks $__________
If applied for Laureen Finn/Paula Brown Fund, please check here: _____ Balance Due $__________ List name(s) – include girls in above count:_________________________________________________ NOTE: LIST OF PARTICIPANTS, INCLUDING EMERGENCY PHONE AND NOTATION OF ADULT OR GIRL MUST BE ATTACHED TO THIS REGISTRATION FORM.
TRAINING REGISTRATION FORM Name _______________________________________________ Troop No.________________ Position_________________ Address (Street)_________________________________________ Daytime Phone ( ) ________________________________ Email____________________________________
Region __________________________ New Leader Experienced Leader City, State, Zip________________________________ Cell Phone ( )__________________________
Registration must include a refundable $5.00 registration fee. This will hold your place in the course and will be returned to you at the time of the course. Make check(s) to: Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore 242 Adelphia Rd., Farmingdale, NJ 07727 CLASS CODE
TYPE OF TRAINING
DATE
FEE IF APPLICABLE
COMMUNITY FIRST AID & SAFETY RED CROSS BOOK & CERTIFICATE
$35.00
CPR RECERTIFICATION OR CHALLENGE (WITHOUT BOOK)
$15.00
YOUR COST
TOTAL TOTAL ENCLOSED
TRAINING REGISTRATION FORM Name _______________________________________________ Troop No.________________ Position_________________ Address (Street)_________________________________________ Daytime Phone ( ) ________________________________ Email____________________________________
Region __________________________ New Leader Experienced Leader City, State, Zip________________________________ Cell Phone ( )__________________________
Registration must include a refundable $5.00 registration fee. This will hold your place in the course and will be returned to you at the time of the course. Make check(s) to: Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore 242 Adelphia Rd., Farmingdale, NJ 07727 CLASS CODE
TYPE OF TRAINING
DATE
COMMUNITY FIRST AID & SAFETY RED CROSS BOOK & CERTIFICATE CPR RECERTIFICATION OR CHALLENGE (WITHOUT BOOK)
FEE IF APPLICABLE
$35.00 $15.00 Total Enclosed
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Coming Attractions The following are some of the programs and trips that will be detailed in the Spring issue of Shore Things.
Lion King on Broadway
OPEN TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS Sun, Mar 13, 2011 Experience “the Circle of Life” as Disney’s beloved film comes to eye-popping life on stage. Cost: Approximately $102 per participant; includes transportation
Hershey Park
ALL LEVELS/FAMILIES Sat, Jun 25, 2011 Have a day of fun in the sun at Hershey Park with the family. Cost: children approximately $56; adult approximatey $64; includes transportation
Night Flight at the Philadelphia Zoo
BROWNIES AND JUNIORS Two dates to choose from: Sat, May 21 or Sat, Jun 4, 2011 Grab your sleeping bag and camp inside the Philadelphia Zoo Treehouse! Cost: approximately $53 per participant; includes admission to zoo the following day
bridging programs
Look for dates and details of the following bridging programs that will be offered in the Spring: Daisy to Brownie; Brownie to Junior; Junior to Cadette; and Cadette to Senior.
Wicked for Good Girl Scouts Day On Broadway
CADETTES/SENIORS/AMBASSADORS Sat, Jun 4, 2011 Go back in time to the lives of the witches before Dorothy’s house fell into the Land of OZ and killed the Wicked Witch of the West! Enjoy a special workshop and have a chance to interact with the cast members and behind the scenes professionals of Wicked during an intimate question and answer session. Then attend the matinee performance of Wicked and earn the exclusive Girl Scout patch. Cost: approximately $ 112 per participant; includes transportation Max: 50 people
Monmouth Service Center 242 Adelphia Road Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Ocean Service Center 1405 Old Freehold Road Toms River, NJ 08753 girlscoutsjs.org 800-785-2090
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