Badgerland PathFinder - Fall 2015

PATHFINDER

2015 GUIDE TO FALL FUN AND ADVENTURE

IT’S GIRL SCOUT TIME !

Hello Girl Scouts Grade Level Icons Girl Scout Daisy (Grades K-1)

Girl Scout Brownie (Grades 2-3)

Girl Scout Junior (Grades 4-5)

Girl Scout Cadette (Grades 6-8)

Girl Scout Senior (Grades 9-10)

Girl Scout Ambassador (Grades 11-12)

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Ready to have fun?

Your PathFinder is filled with tons of fun for this fall and winter.

Be sure to browse all the activities available for your grade level and definitely learn all about the 2016 Badgerland exclusive program patch on page 27.

Remember all Girl Scouts can experience these events.

Come with your troop. Or sign up and come on your own and make some new friends!

SEE MORE ACTIVITIES ONLINE We’re always adding even more things for Girl Scouts to enjoy.

Visit gsbadgerland.org and check out all the events. We’re updating frequently! And, come January, your mailbox will be filled with the 2016 Summer Camp programs! Start planning ahead now for yearround Girl Scouting activities.

Use It! How PathFinder Works • Each program is coded by grade level, so you can easily determine what activities are appropriate for your girl or troop.

• Badgerland programs are listed chronologically by the date of the first session of each program.

• Council training sessions are listed chronologically in a separate section.

These trainings are specifically for girls. Adult volunteer trainings are listed on gsbadgerland.org - click on the Volunteer tab.

• Have questions about a program? Ask us: info@gsbadgerland.org.

• All the Program Partner activities are listed chronologically and coded by grade level.

• Have fun browsing the booklet with your Girl Scout and take advantage of as many activities and program offerings as possible!

• Use our handy At-A-Glance index to help plan all your fall fun.

All the programs are listed there at a glance in chronological order.

• When you are ready to register, check out pages 25-26 for details.

Please remember girls are always welcome to attend camps, program events and trips as an individual Girl Scout or with a troop. For more information, contact us: info@gsbadgerland.org or 800.236.2710.

Here’s to a great Girl Scouting year!

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

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

Be a Volunteer............................................................................................. 3 Programs At-A-Glance.........................................................................4-5 The Girl Scout Law in Photos.............................................................. 6-7 “in a nutshell” Fall Program......................................................................8 Girl Scout Cookie Program......................................................................9 High Achieving Girl Scouts.................................................................... 10 Adventure Jubilee & Camporee 2016................................................. 11 Badgerland Programs........................................................................ 12-15 Leadership Training................................................................................. 16 Save the Date Programs..........................................................................17 Program Partner Programs..............................................................18-23 Girl Scouts Will Change the World!.....................................................24 Registration Info & Form................................................................. 25-26 2015-16 Badgerland Patch Program....................................................27

* When making the Girl Scout Promise, individuals may substitute wording appropriate to their own spiritual beliefs for the word “God.”

Girl Scouts is even more fun when you’re doing it together as a family. You can help lead a troop, coordinate the Cookie Program, take the girls camping or chaperone at troop outings.

Here’s a great idea: help out at any of the Badgerland programs. Browse through all the events we’re offering on pages 12-15 and decide which ones you want to come help with! You can run an activity, check-in the girls, set up the room...your help is needed to make the program special.

However you decide to volunteer it will make a difference.

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PROGRAM Drawing 1: Like a Master Painting 1: Painting from Life Saturday Science Wedding on the Frontier Drawing 2: Finding Perspective Painting 2: Expressing Emotion Miniature Horse Fun Drawing 3: Multi-media Painting 3: Unorthodox Methods Girl Scout Geology Day Irish Dancer Extraordinaire Hip to the Hop Basic Self Defense Workshop Geocaching Adventure Letterboxing Adventure Girl Scout Orienteering Day Drawing 4: Graphic Arts Painting 4: Murals Geocaching Adventure Letterboxing Adventure Badge Bonanza Brownie Outdoors Girl Scout Family Day @ Clearwater Farm Haunted Halloween Let’s Canoe 1 Let’s Canoe 2 Afterschool STEM Expeditions Adventure Jubilee Silver Award Training Gold Award Training KEVA Girl Scout Sports Day Splashin’ Pool Party Clay 1: What Makes Me A Girl Scout UW SWE Girl Scout Patch Days BioTrek-Outreach Science Program Hoofbeat Horse Riding for Girl Scouts Spooky Science Camp-in Prima Princess Silver Award Training Gold Award Training Get Moving! A Journey Discoveree Wonders of Water A Journey Discoveree Halloween Hijinx Shrek the Musical Clay 2: Wind Chimes and Coil Planters Plant, Water, Grow Every Drop Counts Urban Garden Girl Scout Overnight Water Safety Skills Workshop Build a Diesel Engine with Legos Wisconsin Science Festival Actively Exploring Nature Get Moving! A Journey Discoveree Wonders of Water: A Journey Discoveree Three Excellent Cows Show Your Independence Strong Mind / Strong Body Workshop Clay 3: Celebrating Fall

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DATE August 29 August 29 September 5 September 9 September 12 September 12 September 12 September 19 September 19 September 19 September 19 & 11/14 September 19 & 10/16 September 19 September 19 September 19 September 26 September 26 September 26 September 26 September 26 September 26 September 30 & 10/2; 10/6 October 3 October 3 October 4 & 10/10 October 4 & 10/10 October 5 October 9-11 October 10 October 10 October 10 & 2/6 October 10 & 11.21 October 10 October 10 & 11/7; 12/5 October 10 & 10/24; 11/7; 11/14 October 12 & 5 More Dates October 16-17 October 16 October 17 October 17 October 17 October 17 October 17 October 17 October 18 October 17 October 17 October 17 October 17-18 October 18 & 12/6 October 22 October 22-25 October 23-25 October 24 October 24 October 24 October 24 October 24 October 24

LOCATION La Crosse La Crosse Madison Portage La Crosse La Crosse Verona La Crosse La Crosse Blue Mounds La Crosse La Crosse La Crosse Camp Brandenburg Camp Brandenburg Blue Mounds La Crosse La Crosse Camp Ehawee Camp Ehawee Madison Cross Plains Onalaska Mauston Camp Brandenburg Camp Brandenburg Madison Wisconsin Dells Janesville Janesville Middleton Fitchburg La Crosse Madison Madison Mazomanie Rockford La Crosse Platteville Platteville Beloit Beloit Rockford Madison La Crosse Madison Madison Madison Blue Mounds Fitchburg Stoughton Statewide Wisconsin Dells Sun Prairie Sun Prairie Whitewater Fitchburg La Crosse La Crosse

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Who can attend Girl Scout programs?

Troops and individual Girl Scouts are welcome to attend! Girls must be supervisedby an adult at these programs, unless otherwise noted.

PROGRAM Horse Fun Silver Award Training Gold Award Training EngineerGirl: Make the Connection Gymnastics for Girl Scouts!

Camping Adventure Get Moving! A Journey Discoveree Wonders of Water: A Journey Discoveree Silver Award Training Gold Award Training Handmade Gifts Creative Inventions: Product Designer Workshop Restaurant Etiquette Yoga on Horseback Hollywood Historical Who-Dun-It-Party Brownie Blast Take a Hike Inspire Me! 2015 Get Moving! A Journey Discoveree Wonders of Water: A Journey Discoveree All Mixed Up Outdoor Painting Pop Star Urban Animals EngineerGirl: Make the Connection GSUSA Destinations Application Deadline Gold Award Training Silver Award Training Girl Scouts Arts Immersion Creepy Crawly Critters Badgerland Leadership Camp Reunion Program Aide Training Geotech Activate!

Girl Scout Day at Cascade Mountain Spa 101 Junior Snowventure: Winter Troop Camp 3 Cheers for Daisy Fun Wonderful Wildlife Plug In! Snowshoeing Snow Art Arctic Explorers Exploring the Frozen Waters of Winter Build it Better 2nd Annual Winterfest Cookie Blast Off! / It’s My Biz! Cookie Boss Cookie Blast Off! / It’s My Biz! Cookie Boss Cookie Blast Off! / It’s My Biz! Cookie Boss Cookie Blast Off! / It’s My Biz! Cookie Boss STEM Soup Imagineers STEM Soup Innovators Silver Award Training Gold Award Training Dance Carnivale!

Activate!

Girl Scout Awards Ceremony Badgerland Camporee Daisy Camporee Discover Minneapolis

DATE October 30 & 6 More Dates October 31 October 31 November 1 November 6 & 11/13 November 6-7 November 7 November 7 November 7 November 7 November 7 November 7 November 7 November 7 & 12/12 November 8 & 11/15; 11/22 November 13-15 November 13 November 14 November 14 November 14 November 14 November 14 November 14 & 1/22 November 14 & 10/17 November 15 November 16 November 17 November 19 November 21 November 21 December 4-6 December 5 December 5 December 6 December 12 December 12 December 18-20 December 19 December 21 December 22 December 29 & 1/18 December 30 & 1/23 January 15-17 January 15-17 January 16 January 17 January 23 January 24 January 30 February 6 February 20 February 20 February 20 February 20 February 27 February 28 March 12 April 29-May 1 May 1 June 21-22

LOCATION Verona La Crosse La Crosse Middleton La Crosse Black Earth Platteville Platteville Madison Madison Madison Madison Madison Verona La Crosse Camp Brandenburg Monona Sun Prairie La Crosse La Crosse Rockford Monona La Crosse Madison La Crosse Worldwide Webinar Webinar Hartford Monona Camp Brandenburg Camp Brandenburg Monona Madison Portage Rockford Camp Ehawee Monona Monona Monona Monona Monona Wisconsin Dells Wisconsin Dells Janesville Wisconsin Dells Platteville La Crosse Janesville Sun Prairie La Crosse La Crosse Janesville Janesville Madison La Crosse To Be Announced Camp Ehawee Camp Ehawee Minneapolis

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Nutshell is a FALL FUNDRAISER

so girls and troops can earn money for Girl Scout opportunities it’s an easy-to-do, friends and family sale.

It Really is This Simple:

1. Girls sell nuts, sweets and magazines using the order card.

2. Girls can also invite friends and family to order all those items and photo keepsakes with our new online store that permits customers to pay online and the items are shipped to them.

3. Girls deliver the goodies to her in-person customers in mid-November.

4. Girl Scouts fill out postcards in their ReachOut booklets and return to the troop leader for $2.50 in troop proceeds.

This is awesome...

Girls can earn Personalized Patches!

Girls with $150 in online sales can create and customize their own giraffe patch.

- Add your name to the patch!

- Choose your favorite color and designs!

- We’ll print the personalized-with-your-name-on-it patch and mail it directly to girls to wear with pride!

Nutshell Program Details

Nutshell Dates: October 9-28 This year’s nutshell mascot is the Giraffe In addition to the exciting personalized patches, rewards include stuffed giraffes and rhinestone headphones!

TROOP LEADERS nutshell training

You’ll be contacted directly by your community Product Sale Manager (PSM) to attend a nutshell training in September. Once you attend the training and receive your troop’s packet (order cards, etc.) you can hold a troop meeting to get your girls and parents ready for the October 9 launch! If you have any questions about the Nutshell program let us know: info@gsbadgerland.org.

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shhhh..here’s a sneak peek Cookie Program!

New in

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New Troop Rewards!

In 2016, the Troop Reward is Troop Choice! That’s right, girls in the troop will get to decide which reward they want to enjoy together, selecting from among a few options! And for those waterpark lovers, no need to fret because the Kalahari will be back as one of the choices. :)

More “Doing Stuff” Rewards!

FEBRUARY 13 - MARCH 20 TROOP LEADER Cookie Training

JANUARY 8-10

(Plan to attend one Cookie Program training) Meet Hailey the Hedgehog, the new Cookie Program mascot. Girls can earn a plush, cuddly Hailey Hedgehog (no spikes, promise!) in two sizes as part of this year’s rewards.

Girl Scouts are do-ers and that’s why we’re building in even more experiences and outings for girls to enjoy as part of the 2016 rewards package. There are lots of goodies for girls to earn too, including Badgerland Bucks so she can set a personal goal and earn the funds to pay for programs and camp. Oh and how about a stuffed hedgehog! There are two sizes of cute and cuddly plush hedgehogs for girls to earn.

New Kick-Offs!

We’re shaking up the cookie kick-off programs. You told us you wanted more learning for the girls (and the adults) and more age-focused activities. The result? We’ve split up the kick-offs so Daisies and Brownies have their own program where they work toward badges and Juniors and Cadettes get their own time to learn and work on badges too. See the details on page 17. You’re gonna love it!

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Class of 2015 Gold Award Eight Badgerland Girl Scouts earned Gold Awards in this 103rd year of Girl Scouting. In the spring, Badgerland held a Recognition Ceremony to honor the remarkable Seniors and Ambassadors who achieved the highest national award a Girl Scout can earn by demonstrating extraordinary leadership. These young women are joining an elite club—nationwide, less than five percent of Girl Scouts achieve Gold. The Badgerland Girl Scouts earning their Gold Awards displayed lots of creativity with Take Action Projects that included creating a Science Club for elementary students and building a children’s library. Congratulations to the 2015 Badgerland Girl Scout Gold Awardees: Courtney Burns, Olivia Fountaine, Emily Hill, Isabel Meyer, Lauren Paul, Carly Somermeyer, Meghan Wallace and Bailey Weston.

Silver Award Badgerland Cadettes were also hard at work this year on impressive Silver Award projects. In 2015, 65 Silver Award recipients were honored at the Recognition Ceremony. Silver projects included building homelessness awareness, helping children in the foster care system, recycling initiatives and many others.

THE YLC: LEADERSHIP IN Action

For their Silver Award project, Troop 4041 organized a community-wide children’s book drive to share their love of reading.

You Can Go for Gold and Silver!

Interested in pursuing the Gold or Silver Award? Information and training sessions for Gold and Silver awards are listed on page 16.

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The Badgerland Youth Leadership Council (YLC) is comprised of high-achieving, energetic teenaged Girl Scouts. The YLC meets six times a year and serves as the voice of all Badgerland Girl Scouts.

The girls help guide decisions on topics including programs, product sales, shop merchandise and plenty more. The YLC girls have a lot of fun and prove the true meaning of leadership in action! Each spring, every Badgerland Senior and Ambassador is invited to apply to be a member of the YLC. Congratulations and thanks to the 2014-15 YLC: Laura Brandt, Ashlyn Erpenbach, Claire Evensen, Lena Figlear, Gabriella Johansson, Danielle Johnson, Hallie Kircher-Henning, Caroline Locke, Colleen McGuire, Lily Perkel, Cordelia Regenold, Jenna Tilton, Leah Sinclair and Monica Wherry.

INTRODUCING

ADVENTURE JUBILEE

A NEW FALL TROOP EXPERIENCE! OCTOBER 9-11 see details on page 12

save these dates for more outdoor fun

Camporee ‘16

April 29-May 1 Oooh la la...Daisy Girl Scouts get their own Daisy-Only Camporee on May 1!

CAMPOREE REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 14

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BADGERLAND PROGRAMS All the programs on pages 12-18 are planned and led by the program experts at Badgerland Council!

HOW IT WORKS Register for Badgerland programs online or use the form on page 26.

Girls must be supervised by an adult at these programs, unless otherwise noted. Troops and individual Girl Scouts are welcome to attend. If you have any questions about any program, just ask - we love to talk about our programs! info@gsbadgerland.org or 800.236.2710 LETTERBOXING ADVENTURE Grades: 2-3 September 19, 9-11:30am | Camp Brandenburg, Dane

Early Register by September 1 > $10 girl / $0 adult | Register by September 8 > $15 girl / $0 adult September 26, 9-11:30am | Camp Ehawee, Mindoro

Early Register by September 8 > $10 girl / $0 adult | Register by September 15 > $15 girl / $0 adult Spend a fun day exploring outside with Brownie friends. Solve clues and use a compass to find your way to hidden letterbox treasures. You’ll go home with a keepsake stamp book to use in all of your letterboxing adventures. Come explore nature and work toward earning your Letterboxer badge.

Note: Bring a water bottle and sunscreen. Dress for the weather.

GEOCACHING ADVENTURE Grades: 4-5 September 19, 1-4pm | Camp Brandenburg, Dane

Early Register by September 1 > $10 girl / $0 adult | Register by September 8 > $15 girl / $0 adult September 26, 1-4pm | Camp Ehawee, Mindoro

Early Register by September 8 > $10 girl / $0 adult | Register by September 15 > $15 girl / $0 adult Geocaching lets you explore your world while playing outside and looking for hidden treasures. Learn to use a GPS to go on a cache-finding adventure. Spend the day exploring with sister Juniors as you work toward the Geocacher badge.

Note: Bring a water bottle and sunscreen. Dress for the weather.

BADGE BONANZA Grades: K-5 September 26, 11am-3pm | Madison Children’s Museum, Madison

Early Register by September 8 > $15 girl / $5 adult | Register by September 15 > $20 girl / $5 adult It’s a day of fun exploring the capitol city’s showcase museum while going ga-ga completing dozens of activities and stations.

Meet the museum pets, learn about the water cycle, be an inventor and an artist, have fun with engineering activities, go on a scavenger hunt, learn about the Daisy Flower Garden Flower Friends and head up to the rooftop garden. There is so much to do and so many petal activities and badges to work toward! Each Girl Scout will get a Badge Bonanza passport and activity packet to help guide her way through this incredible day.

Note: Pack lunch and a water bottle. Badge activities are selected from a variety of badges. Badges are not completed or awarded at this event.

ADVENTURE JUBILEE Grades: 4-12 October 9-11, 6pm-10am | Upham Woods, Wisconsin Dells

Early Register by September 15 > $75 girl / $75 adult | Register by September 22 > $80 girl / $80 adult We heard you loud and clear. You want MORE OUTDOOR FUN. And you’ll find plenty of it here at our first-ever Adventure Jubilee!

We have partnered with Upham Woods to bring you an entire weekend packed with archery, hiking, boating, nature exploration and good old-fashioned Girl Scout fun. So lace up your hiking boots, stock up on SWAPS and head to the Woods for this awesome autumn adventure! All food and activity supplies are included in the cost.

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Note: Adults to meet safety ratios attend free. All adults must be registered Girl Scouts with a current background check on file.

All food and activity supplies are included in the cost.

BADGERLAND PROGRAMS GET MOVING! A JOURNEY DISCOVEREE Grades: 4-5 October 17, 2-5pm | Aldrich Middle School, Beloit

Early Register by September 29 > $10 girl / $0 adult | Register by October 6 > $15 girl / $0 adult October 24, 2-5pm | Sun Prairie High School, Sun Prairie

Early Register by October 6 > $10 girl / $0 adult | Register by October 13 > $15 girl / $0 adult November 7, 2-5pm | Platteville High School, Platteville

Early Register by October 20 > $10 girl / $0 adult | Register by October 27 > $15 girl / $0 adult November 14, 2-5pm | Logan High School, La Crosse

Early Register by October 27 > $10 girl / $0 adult | Register by November 3 > $15 girl / $0 adult Kick off your Get Moving! journey with sister Girl Scouts traveling the same path. Girl Scouts receive the Get Moving Journey book as part of the day’s materials. Tons of engaging activities will get girls moving and energized while having a blast and having fun. The activities are designed to meet and expand on the materials in the journals and Adult Guides. Hey grown-ups, you can come learn too!

Tagalong with your Girl Scout and we’ll hold a special adult training all about working with the Journeys. Great opportunity for you to network with sister Junior troop leaders.

WONDERS OF WATER A JOURNEY DISCOVEREE Grades: 2-3 October 17, 10am-12pm | Aldrich Middle School, Beloit

Early Register by September 29 > $10 girl / $0 adult | Register by October 6 > $15 girl / $0 adult October 24, 10am-12pm | Sun Prairie High School, Sun Prairie

Early Register by October 6 > $10 girl / $0 adult | Register by October 13 > $15 girl / $0 adult November 7, 10am-12pm | Platteville High School, Platteville

Early Register by October 20 > $10 girl / $0 adult | Register by October 27 > $15 girl / $0 adult November 14, 10am-12pm | Logan High School, La Crosse

Early Register by October 27 > $10 girl / $0 adult | Register by November 3 > $15 girl / $0 adult Ready to dive into the Wonders of Water Journey? This is where you take the plunge! Girl Scouts receive the Wonders of Water Journey book as part of the day’s materials. Brownies will have a blast exploring projects and activities all designed to enhance her Journey.

Brownie leaders should plan to come along with the girls because this is a special opportunity to log off and learn in-person how to lead your girls through the Wonders of Water Journey alongside other adults from your area. We’ll have a special adult training about working with the Journeys to help girls and leaders feel great about their experience.

dISCOVEREE rOCKS!

Attend a Journey Discoveree program, then complete your Journey and you’ll be invited to a special celebration in 2016! Look for the details in the Winter/ Spring PathFinder.

ENGINEERGIRL: MAKE THE CONNECTION Grades: 6-8 November 1, 1-4pm | Middleton High School, Middleton

Early Register by October 13 > $15 girl / $0 adult | Register by October 20 > $20 girl / $0 adult November 15, 1-4pm | Logan High School, La Crosse

Early Register by October 27 > $15 girl / $0 adult | Register by November 3 > $20 girl / $0 adult Make the creative connection as you design with electricity. Electrify your doodles by drawing with conductive ink from special pens.

Light up origami designs with circuits made from copper tape and LEDs. At the end of the day, build your own simple robot. Turn your imagination into reality by becoming an EngineerGirl and learning all about 21st century circuit-building technology.

Grown-ups are welcome to attend most of our programs with their Girl Scout. And since you’ll be there...how about helping out? We can always use an extra pair of hands! Let us know if you want to volunteer. >> info@gsbadgerland.org

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BADGERLAND PROGRAMS BROWNIE BLAST: FALL TROOP CAMP ADVENTURE Grades: 2-3 November 13-15, 6pm-10am | Camp Brandenburg, Dane

Early Register by October 20 > $60 girl / $60 adult | Register by October 27 > $75 girl / $75 adult Grab your sleeping bags and get ready for a traditional Girl Scout camping experience with the whole troop. Both girls and troop leaders will learn camp songs, cook over an open fire and enjoy exciting outdoor experiences at beautiful Brandenburg - the ideal camp site for autumn fun. Trained staff will be on hand to lead activities and assist troop leaders throughout the weekend.

Note: Adults to meet safety ratios attend free. All adults must be registered Girl Scouts with a current background check on file.

INSPIRE ME! 2015 Grades: 4-12 November 14, 9am-3pm | Prairie View Middle School, Sun Prairie

Early Register by October 27 > $25 girl / $10 adult | Register by November 3 > $35 girl / $15 adult Want to do something important? Considering tackling a Take Action project to impact your community? Here’s where you’ll get lots of ideas. Learn how to create a great community service project through skill workshops and make contact with local organizations you can work with. New this year receive credit for Silver or Gold Award Training by participating in a series of Inspire Me! workshops designed to help you identify and create a project idea then put it into action. Junior Girl Scouts have the opportunity to learn about the Bronze Award and get support as you are just preparing for the Bronze process. This event is a blend of skill-building workshops, inspirational speakers and a community service expo. Don’t miss it!

Note: Lunch included.

BADGERLAND LEADERSHIP CAMPER REUNION Grades: 9-12 December 4-6, 6pm-10am | Camp Brandenburg, Dane

Register by November 17 > $15 girl

Getaway Together

Okay, so camp just ended a few short months ago but it seems like FOREVER. Get your camp fix here where you’ll see all your friends from LEAP, CIT I, CIT II and Intern programs. We’ll spend time catching up, reminiscing about the summer and planning for the summer ahead! Camp staff will be on hand for the weekend so this is a girl-only program!

Note: For all Girl Scouts who attended a Badgerland Camps Leadership Program in Summer 2015

GSUSA DESTINATIONS Grades: 6-12

HERE’S A GREAT IDEA...

TRAVEL WITH YOUR TROOP! Check out all the GSUSA Getaways for planned trips you can enjoy together. girlscouts.org/travel

Summer 2016

Early Application Deadline by November 16 | Late Application Deadline by February 1 Costa Rica, Scotland, the Grand Caymans, Wyoming. These are just a few destinations girls from Badgerland have visited in the past two years through GSUSA Destinations. Girls apply as individuals or with a friend to attend a trip focused on sailing, surfing, science, the rainforest, scuba diving and more. Find details and the application at girlscouts.org.

Note: Earn your way to a destination. Many Badgerland Girl Scouts paid their way through cookie and nut sales. Badgerland Bucks can be redeemed for these trips. Additionally, applicants can apply for travel scholarships.

ACTIVATE! Grades: 2-8 December 6, 2-5pm | Monona Terrace, Madison

Register by November 24 > $5 requested donation per person requested at the door February 28, 2-5pm | Central High School, La Crosse

Register by February 16 > $5 requested donation per person requested at the door Activate is an expo-style event, ideal for the whole family to experience together. Pick and choose from lots of hands-on STEM activities, fun demonstrations and experiments led by Girl Scout program partners and volunteer experts. There’s so much to do, you’ll have a hard time squeezing in all the activities! Families welcome. Advanced registration is required.

JUNIOR SNOWVENTURE: WINTER TROOP CAMP Grades: 4-5 December 18-20, 6pm-10am | Camp Ehawee, Mindoro

Early Register by November 24 > $70 girl / $70 adult | Register by December 1 > $75 girl / $75 adult Pack your gloves and snow boots and rally the troop for an exciting Camp Ehawee winter adventure! Come discover what a summer camp looks like dressed in winter white. Explore the trails, build snow forts and cozy up by the campfire for songs and s’mores. Trained staff will be on hand to lead activities and assist troop leaders throughout the weekend.

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Note: Adults to meet safety ratios attend free. All adults must be registered Girl Scouts with a current background check on file.

BADGERLAND PROGRAMS ARCTIC EXPLORERS Grades: 6-12 January 15-17, 6pm-10am | Upham Woods, Wisconsin Dells

Early Register by December 15 > $60 girl | Register by December 22 > $65 girl Hands down this was one of last winter’s most popular programs. Catch it this year! Snowshoe by candlelight, build snow shelters and become skilled in how to stay warm in cold environments. Of course we’ll sing around the bonfire, trek over the snow and ice and, if you’re up for the challenge, we’ll even tackle outdoor camping too!

Note: This is a girl-only weekend. Here’s a great idea: Register to attend Arctic Explorers then have your parent meet you Sunday to enjoy Winterfest together! See details on Winterfest below.

BUILD IT BETTER Grades: 4-8 January 16, 10am-4pm | Janesville Senior Center, Janesville

Early Register by December 22 > $15 girl / $0 adult | Register by January 5 > $20 girl / $0 adult Uh-oh! Disaster has struck and your community is looking to you for help. Work in teams as you respond to a variety of design challenges using provided materials and limited time. Prove that you have what it takes to build a better box that just might help save a life! Juniors work toward the Product Designer badge and Cadettes work on steps for the Entrepreneur badge.

Note: Bring lunch and a water bottle; snack is provided.

2ND ANNUAL WINTERFEST Grades: K-12 January 17, 12-4pm | Upham Woods, Wisconsin Dells

Early Register by December 22 > $5 girl / $5 adult | Register by January 5 > $10 girl /$10 adult Wintertime is festival time when you’re snow painting, building snow forts and snow shoeing. And there will be plenty more to do including activities on winter ecology, cold-weather science and snow sports! There will be a warm space inside to keep you nice and cozy between activities!

Note: This is a fun troop or family event! Pack a sack lunch if you want a meal; snacks and hot cocoa provided.

STEM SOUP IMAGINEERS Grades: K-1 February 20, 9-11am | Logan High School, La Crosse

Early Register by February 2 > $5 girl / $0 adult | Register by February 9 > $10 girl / $0 adult Use your imagination to dream up a way to give your favorite rhymes a happy ending. Design a way to protect Humpty Dumpty from his great fall and build a better house for the Three Little Pigs. Do it all together with your Girl Scout friends!

STEM SOUP INNOVATORS Grades: 2-3 February 20, 1-4pm | Logan High School, La Crosse

Early Register by February 2 > $5 girl / $0 adult | Register by February 9 > $10 girl / $0 adult Solve it. During the fall, Brownies around Badgerland will be asked to identify problems they see in the world. Then, come February at this program, Brownies will be presented the top two problems to solve! Girls will be provided supplies to design creative solutions. Some may be prototype size and others life-sized! Brownies will work on steps from the Brownie Inventor badge.

DANCE CARNIVALE! Grades: 2-8 February 27, 9am-12pm or 1:30-4:30pm | Goodman Community Center, Madison

Early Register by February 9 > $10 girl / $0 adult | Register by February 16 > $15 girl / $0 adult This is a great way to celebrate World Thinking Day and our international Girl Scout sisterhood. Learn about different cultures while dancing your way around the world learning new steps from professional dancers. Brownies will complete steps 1-3 of the Dancer badge.

Note: Bring a water bottle and wear sneakers; snack provided. This energetic program always sells out!

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LEADERSHIP TRAINING LEADERSHIP JUMP START Grades: 10-12 Home Study Course | Learn At Your Own Pace

Register Anytime > $5 girl The Volunteer in Training Award (VIT) is a symbol that you have completed an approved leadership training course that builds your leadership skills for use in Girl Scouting and in your school and community. Part one of the Home Study Course explores your leadership style and you learn about Girl Scout curriculum. Dive into what makes a Daisy Girl Scout unique and find out how to manage a group and review safety. Part two puts your skills into action. Working with a mentor, you will design and lead your own troop meetings for younger girls. This course is a chance to explore your strengths and weaknesses and become a role model for younger girls.

Note: Girls earning the VIT Award before February will be honored at the Girl Scout Awards Ceremony in March!

SILVER AWARD TRAINING Grades: 6-8 October 10, 10a-12pm | Janesville Service Center, Janesville

Register by September 29 > $0 girl / $0 adult

November 7, 10am-12pm | Madison Service Center, Madison

Register by October 27 > $0 girl / $0 adult

October 17, 10am-12pm | Platteville Service Center, Platteville

Register by October 6 > $0 girl / $0 adult

November 19, 6-8pm | Webinar! Online Training

Register by November 17 > $0 girl / $0 adult

October 31, 10am-12pm | La Crosse Service Center, La Crosse

Register by October 20 > $0 girl / $0 adult

February 20, 10am-12pm | Janesville Service Center, Janesville

Register by February 9 > $0 girl / $0 adult February 27, 10am-12pm | Platteville Service Center, Platteville

Register by February 16 > $0 girl / $0 adult

This is the highest honor a Cadette may earn and it all begins with this two-hour training. This single session will provide Girl Scouts and adults the knowledge of where to start and how to set up a successful plan. You’ll learn the Silver Award process doesn’t start with the project—take this training to understand all the steps. Come as a troop or on your own and do your own Take Action project. Either way, attend this training if you are even considering pursuing the Silver Award.

Note: A troop leader or adult who will be helping the Girl Scout earn her award must attend.

GOLD AWARD TRAINING Grades: 9-12 October 10, 12:30-3pm | Janesville Service Center, Janesville

Register by September 29 > $0 girl / $0 adult

November 7, 12:30-3pm| Madison Service Center, Madison

Register by October 27 > $0 girl / $0 adult

October 17, 12:30-3pm | Platteville Service Center, Platteville

Register by October 6 > $0 girl / $0 adult

November 17, 6-8pm | Webinar! Online Training

Register by November 13 > $0 girl / $0 adult

October 31, 12:30-3pm | La Crosse Service Center, La Crosse

Register by October 20 > $0 girl / $0 adult

February 20, 12:30-3pm | Janesville Service Center, Janesville

Register by February 9 > $0 girl / $0 adult February 27, 12:30-3pm | Platteville Service Center, Platteville

Register by February 16 > $0 girl / $0 adult

It’s an elite club. Are you ready to tackle what it takes to join? The Girl Scout Gold Award is the most prestigious award a Girl Scout can earn. The award is a symbol of the leadership skills a girl has built through her entire time in Girl Scouting. This session will show Girl Scouts and adults where to start and how to set up a successful plan to complete the entire Gold Award process. Remember, the award process does not start with the project plan, and it’s imperative to first learn and understand all of the steps along the way before starting. You’ll also learn about the mentoring and support available from Badgerland volunteers and staff. One training provides all of the tools needed to begin and be successful. Even if you are still evaluating, this is an excellent informational session for girls and adults who want to know more about going for Gold.

Note: A troop leader, project advisors, mentors parents and other adults who will be helping the Girl Scout earn her award must attend. It is highly recommended for project advisors, parents and mentors to participate in a training process to successfully provide support and information to the Girl Scout on her path to earning the Gold Award.

PROGRAM AIDE (PA) TRAINING Grades: 6-8 December 5, 9am-5pm | Camp Brandenburg, Dane

Early Register by November 17 > $10 girl | Register by November 24 > $15 Cadettes! Be prepared to lead younger Girl Scouts in games, songs and activities. Learn important communication, leadership, safety and educational skills. During this training, you will be working on earning the PA Award through fun activities and games.

When completed, you will be energized and ready to finish the PA Award requirements with a troop in your community. Once you’re certified you’ll be able to work with girls at troop meetings, at camp and council-wide events.

Note: Pack a lunch; snacks provided.

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JUNIORS! Go for Bronze! Over 200 Badgerland Girl Scouts earned the Bronze Award this year. Will you? Learn how in your Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting.

PLAN AHEAD! COOKIE BLAST OFF! Grades: K-3 January 23, 10am-1pm | Platteville High School, Platteville

Early Register by January 5 > $5 girl | Register by January 12 > $10 girl January 24, 10am-1pm | La Crosse High School, La Crosse

Early Register by January 5 > $5 girl | Register by January 12 > $10 girl January 30, 10am-1pm | Craig High School, Janesville

Early Register by January 12 > $5 girl | Register by January 19 > $10 girl February 6, 10am-1pm | Patrick Marsh Middle School, Sun Prairie

Early Register by January 19 > $5 girl | Register by January 26 > $10 girl Three action-packed hours all designed to get Girl Scout Daisies and Brownies (and their leaders) psyched and prepared for cookie time!

It’s an all-new program with plenty of guided instruction for girls and leaders to taste all the cookies and learn the cookie-selling basics, all while having a blast. Daisies earn the Count It Up and Talk It Up leaves. Brownies earn the Meet My Customers badge. Grown-ups look for the GS Adult Zone designed for idea sharing and networking. Troop leaders and Troop Cookie Coordinators are strongly encouraged to attend!

hey SENIORS AND AMBASSADORS Share your cookie expertise with the younger Girl Scouts.

IT’S MY BIZ! COOKIE BOSS

How about volunteering at one of these programs? info@gsbadgerland.org

Grades: 4-8 January 23, 2:30-5pm | Platteville High School, Platteville

Early Register by January 5 > $5 girl | Register by January 12 > $10 girl January 24, 2:30-5pm | La Crosse High School, La Crosse

Early Register by January 5 > $5 girl | Register by January 12 > $10 girl January 30, 2:30-5pm | Craig High School, Janesville

Early Register by January 12 > $5 girl | Register by January 19 > $10 girl February 6, 2:30-5pm | Patrick Marsh Middle School, Sun Prairie

Early Register by January 19 > $5 girl | Register by January 26 > $10 girl You’re a Cookie Boss and veteran of the Cookie Program. So how about kicking it up a notch? Come explore the inner workings of the best cookie businesses and master the latest high tech ways to track your sales and profits. Discover the best job for you through your cookie business: sales, accounting, customer service or marketing? You’ll explore all the fields here. Bring along a grown-up from your troop to visit the GS Adult Zone, where they’ll learn how to help girls set challenging and realistic goals, share ideas of what to do with all the cookie profits and how to give the Girl Scouts more responsibility. Juniors earn the Cookie CEO badge and Cadettes work toward the Business Plan badge.

GIRL SCOUT AWARDS CEREMONY Grades: K-12 March 12, 11am-2pm

Register by March 1 > $5 girl / $15 adult Celebrating our highest-achieving Girl Scouts and graduating seniors! This is such an inspiring day and everyone around Badgerland is invited. We’ll honor Badgerland’s Girl Scout Gold and Silver Award recipients, CIT and VIT Award honorees and celebrate Girl Scouts graduating from high school. All girls being recognized attend free plus one adult.

Note: Invitations to Girl Scout honorees and their leaders are mailed in February.

DISCOVER MINNEAPOLIS Grades: 2-12 June 21-22, 11am-2pm

Early Register by May 31 > $130 girl / $130 adult | Register by June 7 > $140 girl / $140 adult Bus Pick-ups: Beloit, Johnson Creek, La Crosse, Madison, Mauston, Platteville Summertime in the big city has never been more fun. We’ll visit lots of the famous Minneapolis destinations including an afternoon exploring to your heart’s content at the Mall of America. No ‘shopping til you drop’ though, because you’ll need plenty of energy for our second stop. We’ll board the bus from the mall and head straight to an overnighter at the museum. That’s right! It’s a full evening and camp-in fun at the Minnesota Science Museum. Girls will wander the museum doing hands-on science projects, watch a movie on the giant Omnimax screen and enjoy a live theater performance on the museum’s stage. We’ll even complete some badge activities while we’re there...not to mention the chance to possibly sleep by a dinosaur! The fun continues the next morning when we hop back on the bus bound for the Minnesota Zoo. Have a blast exploring on your own. We’ll provide a Girl Scout activity booklet to help guide your zooday adventure and Juniors will have the opportunity to work toward the Animals Habitats badge.

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MORE GIRL SCOUT FUN WOWZER here’s even more stuff for Girl Scouts to do together! These events are led by our Program Partners and many also include badge work!

HOW IT WORKS Register for all Program Partner programs directly with the contacts listed after each event. Troops and individual Girl Scouts are welcome to attend.

Drawing 1: Like a Master Pump House Regional Arts Center, La Crosse August 29, 9-10:20am, Register by August 8 Grades: 2-8 $15 girl / $0 adult

Painting 2: Expressing Emotion Pump House Regional Arts Center, La Crosse September 12, 10:30am-12pm, Register by August 15 Grades: K-8 $15 girl / $0 adult

Drawing basics including key terms and how to shade. Make a still life to take home. All materials included.

To register: 608.785.1434 or ben@thepumphouse.org

Paint a mood! Using watercolors or acrylics, girls will learn to express an emotion. All materials included.

To register: 608.785.1434 or ben@thepumphouse.org

Painting 1: Painting from Life Pump House Regional Arts Center, La Crosse August 29, 10:30am-12pm, Register by August 15 Grades: 2-8 $15 girl / $0 adult

Miniature Horse Fun La Fleur Stables, Verona September 12, 10am-12pm, Register by September 1 Grades: K-5 $50 per rider

Paint a still life or partner up and paint a portrait. Learn to paint quickly and expressively. All materials included.

To register: 608.785.1434 or ben@thepumphouse.org

Get to know mini horses Mickey and Mouse and learn about grooming. You’ll ride in a saddle while being led in the arena.

Additional programs: 10/17, 10/30, 11/27, 12/28.

To register: neva@lstables.com or lstables.com

Saturday Science UW Discovery Building, Madison September 5, 10 am - Noon, No registration required Grades: K-5 Free Interactive, hands-on exploration stations focused on a new topic. Held the first Saturday of the month through December.

Details: discovery.wisc.edu/saturdayscience Wedding on the Frontier Historic Indian Agency House, Portage September 9, 10am-4pm, No registration required Grades: K-12 Free Experience the excitement of an 1830’s frontier wedding.

Historic demonstrations and guided tours.

To register: historicindianagencyhouse@gmail.com Drawing 2: Finding Perspective Pump House Regional Arts Center, La Crosse September 12, 9-10:20am, Register by September 1 Grades: 2-8 $15 girl / $0 adult Learn about perspective drawing and how to draw vanishing points, horizons and natural surroundings. All materials included.

To register: 608.785.1434 or ben@thepumphouse.org

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Drawing 3: Multi-media Pump House Regional Arts Center, La Crosse September 19, 9-10:20am, Register by September 7 Grades: 2-8 $15 girl / $0 adult Think - and draw - outside the box using unconventional methods and found objects. All materials included.

To register: 608.785.1434 or ben@thepumphouse.org Painting 3: Unorthodox Methods Pump House Regional Arts Center, La Crosse September 19, 10:30am-12pm, Register by September 7 Grades: K-8 $15 girl / $0 adult Using natural materials (leaves, twigs, etc.) girls will learn to paint ‘unorthodox’ art to create textures. All materials included.

To register: 608.785.1434 or ben@thepumphouse.org Girl Scout Geology Day Cave of the Mounds, Blue Mounds September 19, 10am-2pm, Register by September 13 Grades: K-8 $15 girl / $15 adult Examine the stories rocks tell us about how the earth existed long ago. Collect and identify your own rocks. Cave tour too.

To register: groups@caveofthemounds.com

Program Partners Irish Dancer Extraordinaire Amanda’s Academy of Dance, La Crosse September 19, 10-11am, Register by September 12 Grades: 4-5 November 14, 10-11am, Register by November 7 Grades: K-3 $9 girl / $0 adult

Brownies Outdoors Indian Lake County Park, Cross Plains September 30, 4-6pm, Register by September 7 October 2, 4-6pm, Register by September 14 October 6, 4-6pm, Register by September 21 Grades: 2-3 $10 girl / $0 adult

Learn the basics of Irish Step including positions, posture and a beginner’s jig while working with traditional Irish music.

To register: amandasacademy.com/girlscouts

Fontana Sports leads the outdoor fun. Girls learn the basics for outside adventure and earn the Brownie Hiker Badge.

To register: elizabeth@fontanasports.com

Hip to the Hop Amanda’s Academy of Dance, La Crosse September 19, 10-11am, Register by September 12 Grades: 2-3 October 16, 5:30-6:30pm, Register by October 9 Grades: 4-5 $9 girl / $0 adult

Girl Scout Family Day Clearwater Farm, Onalaska October 3, 10am-3pm, Registration not required Grades: K-12 $0 girl / $0 adult

Age appropriate intro to Hip Hop introducing the coolest moves to the best music.

To register: amandasacademy.com/girlscouts Basic Self Defense Workshop Nicklaus Martial Arts, La Crosse September 19, Register by September 7 Session 1: 12-1:15pm/Grades: K-3 Session 2: 1:30-2:45pm/Grades 4-8 Session 3: 3-4:15pm/Grades 9-12 $5 girl / $0 adult Learn basic techniques and simple effective ways to protect yourself. You’ll walk away empowered and more self confident.

To register: 608.788.4410 Girl Scout Orienteering Day Cave of the Mounds, Blue Mounds September 26, 10am-2pm, Register by September 19 Grades: 2-8 $15 girl / $15 adult Learn outdoor survival skills, read a topographic map and how to use a compass. Challenge Course and cave tour included.

To register: groups@caveofthemounds.com

Come by anytime and have a blast with the farm animals, crafting and playing games.

No registration required Haunted Halloween Red Ridge Ranch, Mauston October 3, 10am-5pm, Register by September 28 Grades: K-12 $10 girl / $10 adult Enjoy the Hay and Corn Mazes, visit the Petting Zoo, take a wagon ride and paint pumpkins. Horse trail rides $20 extra.

To register: 608.847.2273 or redridge@redridgeranch.com Let’s Canoe 1 Lake Katrine at Camp Brandenburg, Dane October 4, Register by September 28 October 10, Register by October 2 Session 1: 9:30-11:30am, Session 2: 12:30-2:30pm Grades: 4-5 $5 girl / $0 adult Our small lake is ideal for beginners. Troops must bring a First Aider and leaders are required to know each girls’ swimming ability before the lesson. Registration opens September 1.

To register: seniormixed@tds.net or 608.832.1583

Drawing 4: Graphic Arts Pump House Regional Arts Center, La Crosse September 26, 9-10:20am, Register by September 14 Grades: 2-8 $15 girl / $0 adult

Let’s Canoe 2 Lake Katrine at Camp Brandenburg, Dane October 4, 2:30-4:30pm, Register by September 28 October 10, 9:30-11:30am, Register by October 2 Grades: 4-8 $5 girl / $0 adult

Graphic art is the focus and you’ll design a project such as a book cover or logo. All materials included.

To register: 608.785.1434 or ben@thepumphouse.org

Let’s Canoe 1 required along with Canoe 1 troop restrictions.

Registration opens September 1.

To register: seniormixed@tds.net or 608.832.1583

Painting 4: Murals Pump House Regional Arts Center, La Crosse September 26, 10:30am-12pm, Register by September 14 Grades: 2-8 $15 girl / $0 adult

Afterschool STEM Expeditions UW Discovery Building, Madison Mondays, October 5-December 7, 2:30-4pm Register one week prior for each session Grades: K-8 Free

Go big and make a mural. Learn how to tell a story or share an experience through a mural. All materials included.

To register: 608.785.1434 or ben@thepumphouse.org

Hands-on science-based explorations with guided activities.

To register: discovery.wisc.edu/home/discovery/events/ after-school-expeditions

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KEVA Girl Scout Sports Day Keva Sports Center, Middleton October 10, 1-3pm, Register by October 5 February 6, 1-3pm, Register by February 2 Grades: K-8 $6 girl / $0 adult

Hoofbeat Horse Riding for Girl Scouts Hoofbeat Ridge, Mazomanie October 12, 4-6pm, Register by September 30 October 15, 4-6pm, Register by September 30 Grades: 2-12 $21 girl / $21 adult

Led by Keva coaches, Brownies work toward the Fair Play and My Best Self badges and Juniors work toward the Practice with a Purpose badge.

To register: 608.662.7529 or asuy@kevasports.com

Fall fun atop your favorite horse! Includes an hour of riding and another hour of instruction including grooming and saddling.

Additional programs: 10/19, 10/22, 10/26, 10/29.

To register: 608.767.2593 or hoofbeat@chorus.net

Splashin’ Pool Party Madison Swim Academy, Fitchburg October 10, 3-5pm, Register by September 25 November 21, 3-5pm, Register by November 9 Grades: 2-5 $12 girl / $0 adult

Spooky Science Camp-In Discovery Center, Rockford October 16-17, 6:30pm-9am, Register by October 2 Grades: K-8 $30 girl / $15 adult

Great troop activity splashing and playing in this warm water indoor pool. Practice swim skills.

To register: 608.630.9800 or staff@madswim.com Clay 1: What Makes Me a Girl Scout Pump House Regional Arts Center, La Crosse October 10, 9:30am-12pm, Register by September 26 Grades: K-8 $20 girl / $0 adult Express your love of Girl Scouts through art. Create clay tiles showing your GS pride. A glazing day is included on October 31.

To register: 608.785.1434 or ben@thepumphouse.org UW SWE Girl Scout Patch Days Society of Women Engineers, Madison October 10, 10am-2pm, Register by September 29 Grades: 6-8 November 7, 10am-2pm, Register by October 26 Grades: 4-5 December 5, 10am-2pm, Register by November 23 Grades: 2-3 $8 girl / $4 adult Have a blast working alongside women studying engineering as you build and design projects such as bridges.

To register: swegirlscouts07@gmail.com or swe.slc.engr.wisc.edu/programs/girlscouts.php BioTrek-Outreach Science Program UW Biotechnology Center, Madison October 10, 10-11:30am, Register by October 3 October 24, 10-11:30am, Register by October 17 November 7, 10-11:30am, Register by October 31 November 14, 10-11:30am, Register by November 7 Grades: K-12 Free Explore DNA science in a UW research lab. Learn to use of the tools while you explore puzzling out things scientists do.

To register: 608.265.2019 or redman@biotech.wisc.edu

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Assemble a skeleton, boogie under black light, dissect an eyeball and more. Program includes a planetarium show.

Cadettes work toward the Night Owl badge and the program connects to a World of Girls Journey for Brownies and Get Moving for Juniors.

To register: 815.972.2843 or scouts@discoverycentermuseum.org Prima Princess Amanda’s Academy of Dance, La Crosse October 16, 5:30-6:30pm, Register by October 9 Grades: K-1 $9 girl / $0 adult Ballet-themed workshop with dancing, games and activities.

To register: amandasacademy.com/girlscouts

Halloween Hijinx Discovery Center, Rockford October 17, 9:30-11:30am | Register by October 9 Grades: K-5 $11 girl / $4 adult Science turns spooky with glowing slime and skeletons. Come in costume!

To register: 815.972.2842 or scouts@discoverycentermuseum.org Shrek the Musical Overture Center of the Arts, Madison October 17, 1:30-4:30pm, Register by October 1 Grades: 2-12 $19 girl / $19 adult Includes a backstage tour and interactive theatre workshop before the show! Produced by Children’s Theatre of Madison.

To register: 608.255.2080 ask for Group Sales Clay 2: Wind Chimes and Coil Planters Pump House Regional Arts Center, La Crosse October 17, 9:30am-12pm, Register by October 5 Grades: K-8 $20 girl / $0 adult Create coil pots to use as hanging planters and mini pinch pots that will be used for a wind chime. A glazing class is October 31.

To register: 608.785.1434 or ben@thepumphouse.org

Program Partners Plant, Water, Grow Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Madison October 17, 10-11:30am, Register by October 2 Grades: K-1 $10 girl / $0 adult

Wisconsin Science Festival UW Discovery Building, Madison and other sites statewide October 22-25, 9am-9pm daily, Registration not required Grades: K-12 Free

Begin the Daisy Flower Garden Journey. Hands-on activities including making a mini garden to take home.

To register: 608.245.5791

Visit the website below for complete schedule and locations around the state for amazing hands-on activities and fun.

Details: wisconsinsciencefest.org DAISY ONLY CAMPOREE!

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Every Drop Counts Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Madison October 17, 12:30-2pm, Register by October 2 Grades: 2-3 $10 girl / $0 adult

Saturday, May 2! / Register by March 24 Actively Exploring Nature Camp Ehawee, Mindoro Upham Woods, Wisconsin Dells October 23-25, 6pm-1:30pm, Register by September 21 Grades: 4-5 $68 girl / $68 adult

Enrich your Wonders of Water Journey through interactive demonstrations. Girls can work toward the Love Water Award.

To register: 608.245.5791

Learn about nature’s energy through hikes and animal shows. Work on the Get Moving Journey. Includes lodging and meals.

To register: 608.254.6461 or uphamwoods@ces.uwex.edu

Urban Garden Madison Children’s Museum, Madison October 17, 10am-12pm, Register by October 5 Grades: 2-5 $10 girl / $0 adult

Three Excellent Cows Barnett Theatre, UW-Whitewater, Whitewater October 24, 2-3pm, Register by October 16 Grades: K-5 $5 girl / $7 adult

Explore the museum’s green rooftop, create your own garden design and make a seed project to take home and plant.

To register: 608.256.6445 x156 or registration@madisonchildrensmuseum.org

World premiere of this play featuring a female farmer who has her hands full with her big-dreaming, curious cows!

To register: 262.472.2222 or laurel@uww.edu

Girl Scout Overnight at Cave of the Mounds Cave of the Mounds, Blue Mounds October 17-18, 5pm-9am, Register by October 2 Grades: 2-8 $40 girl / $40 adult Nature activities above and below ground! Dinner, campfire, craft and breakfast. Bring your own camping gear including tent.

To register: groups@caveofthemounds.com or caveofthemounds.org Water Safety Skills Workshop Madison Swim Academy, Fitchburg October 18, 3 time slots available, Register by October 9 December 6, 3 time slots available, Register by November 25 Grades: 2-5 $15 girl / $0 adult This class will help girls learn how to be safe while having a great time in the pool with friends.

To register: 608.630.9800 or staff@madswim.com Build a Diesel Engine with Legos Cummins, Stoughton October 22, 5-7pm, Register by October 12 Grades: 4-8 Free Work with Cummins’ women engineers to build a replica of their huge diesel engine. Includes dinner too!

To register: 608.873.4179 or alyssa.arend@cummins.com

Show Your Independence Fitchburg Community Center, Fitchburg October 24, 12-1:30pm, Register by October 10 Grades: 4-8 $8 girl / $2 adult What is independence? Explore how you can grow more independent by helping at home and in your community.

To register: 608.228.8275 or kidsmannersmatters.com Strong Mind / Strong Body Workshop Nicklaus Martial Arts, La Crosse October 24, Register by October 12 Grades: K-5, 12-1:15pm, Grades: 4-8, 1:30-2:45pm Grades: 9-12, 3-4:15pm $5 girl / $0 adult Unlock your most confident self as you have fun participating in drills and breathing activities to grow a strong mind and body.

To register: 608.788.4410 Clay 3: Celebrating Fall Pump House Regional Arts Center, La Crosse October 24, 9:30am-12pm, Register by October 12 Grades: K-8 $20 girl / $0 adult Create coasters and pendants from raw clay then use found objects from nature to pin roll for impressions. A glazing day is included in the price on October 31.

To register: 608.785.1434 or ben@thepumphouse.org

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Horse Fun La Fleur Stables, Verona October 30, 9am-3pm, Register by October 11 Grades: 2-8 $80 per rider Learn to safely walk, groom, tack and wash a horse. Experience hooking and driving a horse to cart.

Also offered these dates: 10/31, 11/27, 11/28, 12/28, 12/29, 12/30 To register: neva@lstables.com or lstables.com Gymnastics for Girl Scouts!

Wittich Hall, UW-La Crosse, La Crosse November 6, 6-8pm, Register by November 2 November 13, 6-8pm, Register by November 2 Grades: K-6 $6 girl / $0 adult UW gymnasts teach girls basic moves on different gymnastic apparatus. For newbies and girls with some experience.

To register: kcrawford@uwlax.edu

Camping Adventure Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Black Earth November 6-7, 7pm-11:30am, Register by November 2 Grades: 4-5 $25 girl / $10 adult Discover nature with this overnight trip that includes campfire stories, a night hike and animal sounds. Snack and breakfast.

To register: 608.221.0404x1 or aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org Handmade Gifts for Friends and Family Madison Children’s Museum, Madison November 7, 10am-12pm, Register by October 31 Grades: K-1 $6 girl / $0 adult Create paper flowers from old library book pages then transform those flowers into a wreath.

To register: 608.256.6445x156 or registration@madisonchildrensmuseum.org Creative Inventions: Product Designer Workshop Monona Terrace, Madison November 7, 10am-12pm, Register by October 30 Grades: 2-8 $10 girl / $0 adult Have an idea to make everyday items like backpacks or cell phones even better? Innovate and try out new ideas for the next Big Thing and receive a Monona Terrace fun patch.

To register: 608.261.4081 or mgraffius@mononaterrace.com

Yoga on Horseback La Fleur Stables, Verona November 7, 1-3pm, Register by October 11 December 12, 1-3pm, Register by November 8 Grades: 4-12 $100 girl / $100 adult Yoga for equestrians! Enhance your riding skills through mounted and unmounted yoga routines.

To register: neva@lstables.com or lstables.com Hollywood Historical Who-Dun-It Party Children’s Museum of La Crosse, La Crosse November 8, 1-4pm, Register by November 1 Grades: 2-8 November 15, 1-4pm, Register by November 8 Grades: K-1 November 22, 1-4pm, Register by November 15 Grades: 2-8 $14 girl / $1 adult Come dressed in character. Brownies earn the Senses badge, Juniors the Detective and Cadettes the Special Agent badge.

To register: 608.784.2652 or funmuseum.org

Take a Hike Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Monona November 13, Register by November 10 Session 1: 10am-12pm, Session 2: 1-3pm Grades: 2-3 $8 girl / $0 adult Learn how to be safe and what to pack for your time on the trail.

To register: 608.221.0404x1 or aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org All Mixed Up Discovery Center, Rockford November 14, 9:30am-12pm, Register by November 6 Grades: 2-8 $12 girl / $4 adult Chemistry is cool! Extract DNA, test chemical properties and challenge your brain as you become the chemist.

To register: 815.972.2843 or scouts@discoverycentermuseum.org

Outdoor Painting Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Monona November 14, Register by November 10 Session 1: 10am-12pm, Session 2: 1-3pm Grades: 2-3 $8 girl / $0 adult Paint a mural using lots of materials including puff paint and dirt!

To register: 608.221.0404x1 or aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org

Restaurant Etiquette Granite City at West Towne Mall, Madison November 7, 12-1:15pm, Register by October 24 Grades: 4-8 $25 girl (includes meal) / $0 adult (pays for own meal) Learn table manners and table conversation for dining both at home and in restaurants.

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Pop Star Amanda’s Academy of Dance, La Crosse November 14, 10-11am, Register by November 7 Grades: 4-5 January 22, 5:30-6:30pm, Register by January 15 Grades 2-3 $9 girl / $0 adult Act, dance and discover your inner pop star.

To register: amandasacademy.com/girlscouts

Program Partners Urban Animals Madison Children’s Museum, Madison November 14, 10am-12pm, Register by November 7 Grades: 2-5 $8 girl / $0 adult Head to the rooftop to observe rats, snakes, homing pigeons, fish, turtles and the insects who call the roof home. Also on 10/17.

To register: 608.256.6445x156 or registration@madisonchildrensmuseum.org Girl Scout Arts Immersion Schauer Arts and Activities Center, Hartford November 21, 10am-2:15pm, Register by November 13 Grades: K-12 $12 girl / $0 adult Just for Girl Scouts, a day of dance, music, theatre and visual arts taught by professional teaching artists. Bring lunch.

To register: 262.670.0560x3 or schauercenter.org/CSA

Creepy Crawly Critters Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Monona November 21, Register by November 17 Session 1: 10am-12pm, Session 2: 1-3pm Grades: 2-3 $8 girl / $0 adult Get a close-up look and be fascinated by all the insects to discover and learn from in your own backyard.

To register: 608.221.0404x1 or aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org

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3 Cheers for Daisy Fun Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Monona December 19, Register by December 15 Session 1: 10am-12pm, Session 2: 1-3pm Grades: K-1 $8 girl / $0 adult Discover wild animals in the snow outside your window. Make bird feeders as you work toward the Birdbath award.

To register: 608.221.0404x1 or aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org

Wonderful Wildlife Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Monona December 21, Register by December 18 Session 1: 10am-12pm, Session 2: 1-3pm Grades: 4-5 $8 girl / $0 adult We’ll go in search of animals and learn how to protect wildlife.

We’re always finding new fun stuff for Girl Scouts to do.

To register: 608.221.0404x1 or aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org

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Plug In! Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Monona December 22, Register by December 18 Session 1: 10am-12pm, Session 2: 1-3pm Grades: 4-5 $8 girl / $0 adult Identify forms of energy and start earning the Energize award.

To register: 608.221.0404x1 or aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org

Find hidden treasures. All about geocaching and using GPS.

Snowshoeing Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Monona December 29, Register by December 15 January 18, Register by January 14 Session 1: 10am-12pm, Session 2: 1-3pm Grades: K-12 $8 girl / $0 adult

To register: 608.221.0404x1 or aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org

Learn how to snowshoe. Wear boots; snowshoes provided.

Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Monona December 5, Register by December 1 Session 1: 10am-12pm, Session 2: 1-3pm Grades: 4-5 $8 girl / $0 adult

SEE More programs online

To register: 608.221.0404x1 or aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org

Girl Scout Day at Cascade Mountain Cascade Mountain, Portage December 12, Register by December 1 Grades: K-12 $20 girl / $20 adult Ski! Price includes ski rental and lift ticket. Add a lesson for $5.

To register: 608.742.5588x1315

Snow Art Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Monona December 30, Register by December 28 January 23, Register by January 19 Session 1: 10am-12pm, Session 2: 1-3pm Grades: K-12 $8 girl / $0 adult Use the natural world to make art – we’ll even paint with ice!

Spa 101 Discovery Center, Rockford December 12, 9:30am-12pm, Register by December 4 Grades: K-8 $14 girl / $4 adult A day at the salon? Nope. Learn the science of UV protection, debunk myths, make lip gloss and more.

To register: 815.972.2843 or scouts@discoverycentermuseum.org

To register: 608.221.0404x1 or aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org Exploring the Frozen Waters of Winter Upham Woods, Wisconsin Dells January 15-17, 6pm-1:30pm, Register by December 11 Grades: 2-5 $68 girl / $68 adult Work on the WOW! Wonders of Water Journey while enjoying winter sports, games, campfires and learning about the cultural history of the Wisconsin River. Includes lodging and food.

To register: 608.254.6461 or uphamwoods@ces.uwex.edu

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Registration Information REGISTER ONLINE THROUGH E-BIZ

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Step 1: Go to gsbadgerland.org.

Step 2: Click on E-Biz on the menu bar.

Step 3: Log into your Girl Scout account or activate a new

account by following the simple directions on E-Biz. Step 4: Click Activities to find the event you’re registering for.

Tech troubles? techsupport@gsbadgerland.org

Financial Assistance for program registration may be available for Badgerland sponsored programs. Find and complete the Program Financial Aid application form at gsbadgerland.org.

REGISTER WITH THE PAPER FORM Step 1: Complete the form on the next page (copy more forms,

as needed). You can register for up to two programs

on one form.

Step 2: Include payment (check/cash/Badgerland Bucks) or

payment information (credit card) when you send in your registration.

Step 3: Mail your registration to:

Girl Scouts Customer Care

2710 Ski Lane

Madison, WI 53713

If paying by credit card you can also scan and email the form to info@gsbadgerland.org or fax to 608.276.9160.

Note to Girl Scout Troop Leaders: Register for any Badgerland program through E-Biz as a troop or use the Event Registration for Troops form. Find the form at gsbadgerland.org under the ‘Forms’ tab - run a simple search for “Event Registration for Troops” and the form will come up. Your troop members can also complete the registration form or register online individually.

PROGRAM CONFIRMATION Email confirmation will be sent two weeks prior to the Badgerland program. Check your inbox.

BADGERLAND BUCKS Badgerland Bucks are earned through the cookie and “in a nutshell” programs. To redeem for Badgerland-sponsored programs, submit your Badgerland Bucks with a paper registration form and any additional payment. Badgerland Bucks can also be spent on resident camp, community-based Girl Scout camps and events, troop rental of council properties, Girl Scout Shop purchases and membership dues.

CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS Badgerland Council is reluctant to cancel programs. However, occasionally the need arises to cancel a program due to weather, safety concerns or low registration. When bad weather results in a cancelled program, every attempt will be made to contact the registrants. Please maintain accurate contact information with Girl Scouts so staff can reach you in the event of a last minute cancellation. Refunds are only given if written cancellations are received prior to the printed registration deadline. Full refunds are issued after the printed registration deadline for council programs only if the program is full or cancelled or in the event of a serious illness or death in the family. For serious illness, a doctor’s written note is required within one week after the program.

NOTE: Badgerland Program Partners follow their own business practices for cancellations and refunds.

To register for Program Partner events & activities: Follow the registration information listed in the program event summary. There are many more Girl Scout opportunities listed online. See them all on the events calendar at gsbadgerland.org.

Still have Badgerland Bucks from the Cookie Program or last fall’s nutshell sale?

Remember they expire September 30 so use them now!

Badgerland is now implementing a long range Property Plan. Stay updated on what’s happening and review the Property Plan at gsbadgerland.org.

Camp Property Service Center & Shop

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Registration Information BADGERLAND PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM 2015-16 Online registration is also available through E-Biz at gsbadgerland.org EARLY REGISTRATION IS BASED UPON THE POSTMARK DATE! Use this form for each girl’s program registration for up to two programs. Copy form as necessary to register for additional programs.

Complete and return form and payment to: Girl Scouts Customer Care, 2710 Ski Lane, Madison WI 53713

Girl Scout Information: Girl Name:

Age:

Girl Email (if over age 13):

Troop # or Individual:

Parent / Guardian Name:

Parent Email:

Home Phone:

Cell Phone:

Address:

City:

Grade:

State:

Zip:

Emergency Contact Information: (other than the parent/guardian listed above) Name:

Relationship to Girl:

Day / Cell Phone:

Evening Phone:

Program 1:

Program 2:

Program Name:

Program Name:

Session:

Date:

Session:

Date:

Location:

Program Fee: $

Location:

Program Fee: $

Payment: Total Amount Included: $ Badgerland Bucks: $

Payment Method:  Visa  MC  AmEx  Disc  Cash  Check Card Number:

Exp. Date:

Name Printed on Card:

Signature:

Billing Address:

City:

V-Code:

State:

Zip:

*Important Note: Programs often fill before the registration deadline so sign up early! Bonus reason to sign up early - lower program costs!

Council Contacts: info@gsbadgerland.org La Crosse Service Center Janesville Service Center 2710 Quarry Road 3000 Milton Avenue, Suite 1113 La Crosse, WI 54601 Janesville, WI 53545 800.236.2710 800.236.2710 608.276.9160 fax 608.276.9160 fax

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Madison Service Center 2710 Ski Lane Madison, WI 53713 800.236.2710 608.276.9160 fax

Platteville Service Center 305 E Bus Hwy 151, Ste D Platteville, WI 53818 800.236.2710 608.276.9160 fax

2015-16 Badgerland Council

Patch Program

STEM Sisterhood This year’s patch is all about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). The goal? Girls will discover their interests and understand how they can make a difference in the world through STEM.

STEM SISTERHOOD

How It Works Research and interview a woman in a STEM field in your community, invite her to join you in a hands-on project that immerses you in her field of expertise then submit her story and a photo of your time together.

This is an amazing opportunity to connect with women experts in STEM fields in your area and inspire girls to pursue their dreams.

STEM Sisterhood Sample Ideas Biotechnology. Discover how women scientists use bacteria to clean up oil spills by connecting with a biotech expert at the local university.

Architecture. Meet an architect to learn how she uses mathematics to design blueprints for equalopportunity housing.

Game Learning. Discover how women professional game designers use code to design games for children and adults with special needs.

earn it!

STEM Sisterhood Project Requirements 1. Discuss with your troop some areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics you’re excited to learn about. How do experts in these fields help to change the world?

2. Connect with professional women experts in the field you’re exploring. Meet with her at work or invite her to a troop meeting.

3. Ask your expert these questions and include three of your own! You’ll include the answers to these questions in the story you submit: Q: What is your professional role? Q: Why did you decide to do this kind of work? Q: How does your work make the world a better place?

4. Do a hands-on activity with your STEM expert that helps you learn more about the field. For example, if she is a forensic scientist learn how to analyze fingerprints or if she’s a biologist, examine slides under a microscope.

5. Complete the STEM Sisterhood Patch report and submit it to get your patch!

More details and to download the form > gsbadgerland.org or info@gsbadgerland.org

Girl Scouts take action with women in STEM!

HEY GIRLs. You can still get inspired.

The 2015 Inspiration Project Patch was so popular we’re keeping it around another year too. Details at gsbadgerland.org - search for Council patches.

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