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Take your next step like a G.I.R.L. Welcome to a new year of exciting Girl Scout activities! We have added some new programming and new program partners to help every girl develop or hone skills she’ll use now and in the future. This focus on sustainability has always been at the core of the Girl Scout Movement. We want every girl to identify and utilize her leadership ability now so that, in conjunction with the skills and knowledge she gains through Girl Scouts, she’ll have a positive impact in the world throughout her lifetime. This year our programming includes archeology activities, entrepreneurial workshops, movement sessions in the Girl Scouts of Central Maryland Program Center dance studio, architecture exploration, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra concerts, and 100 years of women’s right to vote celebrations. For our outdoor explorers we have new programs, patches and badges -- like Take Your Best Slingshot, target sports that include throwing tomahawks and a winter outdoor challenge. And, we hope all girls (age appropriate) will make their way to Camp Conowingo to try out our new ropes course! Our STEM programming continues to expand so girls can increase their competencies in the world of technology as this will be an important part of many careers in the future. We have something to offer whether girls like designing wooden vehicles or robots, thinking like a programmer or engineer, or want to soar in the iFly wind-tunnel. We are excited for our Cyber Challenge on October 19th. Raytheon has designed an epic adventure that allows girls to put their leadership skills to the test to save the moon. I look forward to seeing you at these and other activities in the coming weeks and months. Have a great Girl Scout year! Yours in Girl Scouting,
Violet M. Apple Chief Executive Officer Join Violet M. Apple, and special guest speakers for two informative discussions designed to help girls thrive. Light fare and refreshments are included in the registration fee.
Session 1: Empowering Girls Begins with You Get tips and strategies to spark important conversations with your girls to help them understand and honor their emotions, listen to their hearts, identify character strengths and realize their inner gogetter, innovator, risk-taker and leader. Who: Adults When: November 21, 2019, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Where: GSCM Program Center
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Session 2: Investing In You—Stock Market Basics Girls will get tips on how to become financially savvy by learning about savings and investing. They'll also get advice from financial and banking professionals on how to finance their college education. Who: Cadettes – Ambassadors When: March 28, 2020, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Where: GSCM Program Center
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Annual Events Spotlight Girl Scout Day with the Orioles
Girls STEAM Ahead
Earn a patch as you learn about the history of women in Major League Baseball through a Camden Yards pre-game scavenger hunt! Stay to enjoy the Baltimore Orioles game against the Seattle Mariners! The first 20,000 ticket holders over the age of 15 get an Orioles Sherpa Blanket. This is not a drop off event. When: September 21, 2019, Gates open at 5 p.m., Game starts at 7:05 p.m. Where: Camden Yards Cost: $15 To Register: groupmatics.events/event/GirlScoutsMD
Be inspired by female professionals in the fields of robotics, engineering, biology, architecture, computer science, graphic design, finance, and many other STEM areas at the 5th annual Girls STEAM Ahead! Girls and adults will engage in hands-on workshops, learn about exciting careers, and hear inspirational stories from women in STEAM. Lunch, event patch, giveaways, and workshops for girls and parents are included with registration. Register before November 15, 2019. Pre-registration required. When: November 23, 2019, 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Where: The Lord Baltimore Hotel at 30 W Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 20201 Cost: $35/girl; $15/adult
Cookie Kickoff Learn about the 5 skills and perfect your branding and marketing talents to get your cookie business off to a great start! This event is for girls, adult volunteers and families. Girls will engage in activities to learn: Creative marketing, cookie booth etiquette, goal setting, cookie knowledge games, budget development, sales pitches, and living the Girl Scout Promise and Law while selling cookies. Vendors will be on site selling food and drinks, and the GSCM Store will also be open for your Girl Scout shopping convenience. When: Saturday September 21, Noon - 4 p.m. Where: GSCM Program Center Cost: $15 in advance; $25 at the door
Uniform Day Celebrate your Girl Scout pride on Uniform Day! Wear your Girl Scout uniform to school and have your parent upload a picture of you at school or the bus stop by midnight on Friday, October 4th to earn a Uniform Day patch. Access the link to upload the photo starting after midnight on October 2nd at www. gscm.org. Patch for Girl Scouts of Central Maryland members only. When: October 1, 2019 Where: At school or at the bus stop. Girls who are homeschooled can send a photo of them wearing their uniform at a public location in their community.
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Legislative Day See your government in action! Spend a fun and enlightening day in Annapolis with Girls Scouts from all across Maryland. Girls will have a chance to mingle with local legislators, tour government buildings, hear from Legislative Pages and then head to the U.S. Naval Academy for lunch before heading out on a tour. No tag-alongs. This is not a drop off event. When: Tentative Date: February 20, 2020 Where: Joint Hearing Room, Legislative Services Cost: $30
World Thinking Day 2020 World Thinking Day celebrates the global sisterhood of all girls who are members of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts will enjoy a day of fun, interactive activities and SWAPS while "traveling" around the world to visit 15 of the countries represented in the WAGGGS Regions. The theme for 2020 is: It’s a Girls World, Explore it. The committee is looking for troops to volunteer by assisting with country displays and/or to create a performance that reflects the culture of one of the focus countries. Patch and international food tasting will be provided. Registration begins October 1st. When: Saturday, February 22, 2020. 10 a.m.– 2 p.m. (Snow Date: Saturday, March 7, 2020) Where: TBD Cost: $5 To Register/Questions: GSCMWorldThinkingDay@gmail.com
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Girl Scout Spirit Week (March 8 - March 14)
Get your Girl Scout spirit on! Girls, families, troop leaders, volunteers, alumnae, Girl Scout staff, and community partners are invited to participate in GSCM’s Girl Scout Spirit Week! Be sure to save the date for what promises to be a thrilling week of Girl Scout celebration and reminiscing! Look for more details in December 2019, about how you can take part in showing and sharing your Girl Scout Spirit for the 108th Girl Scout Birthday & Girl Scout Week.
Girl Scout Gold Award Banquet The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest award a Girl Scout can earn. In many cases, it is a Girl Scout’s legacy project, because it is a sustainable project that addresses an issue she is passionate about and one that has a positive impact on her community, and the world. Girl Scouts of Central Maryland hosts an annual invitation-only luncheon to recognize these girls and their projects. Invitations will be mailed to awardees in February. When: March 15, 2020 Where: Martin’s East Cost: $40/guest. 2020 Gold Award Girl Scouts are free.
The BIG Outdoors Event Celebrate the 12th BIG Outdoors Event with the Caitlin Dunbar Nature Center at Camp Ilchester. This Earth Day tribute is a wonderful day out for your troop or family. Meet native birds of prey; learn about bees; observe campfire cooking; explore nature trails; see native Maryland plants; hear traditional Girl Scout songs; climb a rock wall (grades 2 and up), and see the animals in the nature center. Try your hand at archery (grades 4-12 & Adults) and gem mining, both available for additional fees. Refreshments and other merchandise will be available for purchase. This event is also a great opportunity for girls or troops to showcase their Journey Take Action Projects, and Girl Scout Bronze, Silver and Gold Award projects. Work on the Art in the Outdoor badges and showcase your nature centered artistic talents at the 4th Annual BIG Outdoors Event Kris Dunbar Nature Art Show. Enjoy all of this and much, much more. Bring your Girl Scout and non-Girl Scout friends because, nothing is bigger than The BIG Outdoors Event. When: April 26, 2020, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Camp Ilchester, Ellicott City Cost before April 13: $15 (patch, drawstring bag, and $3 mobile mining coupon) $10 for admission only Cost at the gate: $20 (patch, drawstring bag, and $3 mobile mining coupon) $15 for admission only Questions: cdnc.boe@gmail.com
GSCM Annual Camp Summit (formerly the Jamboree) Girl Scouts of Central Maryland’s annual Camp Summit is a time for girls to DISCOVER new opportunities, CONNECT with other Girl Scouts and TAKE ACTION through service projects in this exciting weekend. Bring your own tent, or stay in the units at beautiful, rustic Camp Conowingo. Cost includes four meals, snacks, program supplies, water bottle and program patch. NOTE: Camp trained adults and First Aiders are provided by the event committee. All adults attending the event must be registered and background checked. When: May 1-3, 2020, 6 p.m. (Fri) - 10 a.m. (Sun) Where: Camp Conowingo Cost: $66/girl, $40/adult for unit space; $46/girl, $30/adult for tent space
How To Register
To register for programs and events listed in this guide, visit www.gscm.org/events. All of these activities and more can be found on our online events list, which is updated and added to often, so check in every once in a while! Some activities and their registration are provided by third party groups and program partners. For each of these activities, we've listed the name of the partner, necessary contact information and any additional registration instructions under each listing. These activities are also available on our online list.
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Programs & Events Citizen Scientist: Archaeology
Girl Scout Silver Award Celebration
Learn about life as a student at an 1800s girls' school and use archaeology to explore what treasures were left behind. This is a partner program presented by Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks Heritage Programs. When: September 15, 2019, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Where: Patapsco Female Institute Cost: $15 To Register: kpalich@howardcountymd.gov
Join us as we celebrate GSCM's Girl Scout Silver Award recipients. Awardees are invited to create a display board to showcase their projects. They will also have the chance to talk with Gold Award Girl Scouts to learn more about the Girl Scout Gold Award. Light refreshments will be provided. Please note: Purchase of Silver Award pins is the responsibility of the leader/guardian beforehand. GSCM will provide each girl with a Silver Award certificate and patch. Family and friends welcome. When: October 12, 2019, 1 - 3 p.m. Where: GSCM Program Center Cost: $10/Girl Scout Silver Award recipient; $5/guest
Practice with Purpose - Martial Arts! Calling all Juniors! Join Master Monique WahingtonJones and WKD Karate 4 Girls for three (3) fun-filled martial arts classes and earn your Practice with Purpose Badge. You will decide on a goal, increase your endurance, build-up your strength and then you will practice, practice, practice your way to earning your badge. Badge is included and will be awarded upon completion of all three classes. Session 1: October 2019 Week 1 - October 5, 10 a.m. Week 2 - October 12, 10 a.m. Week 3 - October 19, 10 a.m. Session 2: February 2020 Week 1 - February 1, 10 a.m. Week 2 - February 8, 10 a.m. Week 3 - February 15, 10 a.m. Where: GSCM Program Center Cost: $65.00
Cast Iron Chef: Civil War Edition Learn cooking techniques from the Civil War Era using cast iron. This is a partner program presented by Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks Heritage Programs. When: October 6, 2019, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Where: B&O Ellicott City Station Museum Cost: $15 To Register: kpalich@howardcountymd.gov
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Biz Kidz Academy's Young Entrepreneur Series Calling all young entrepreneurs! Don’t miss your opportunity to receive real training in how to start or grow your own business. This five-week series will cover goal setting, research and development, safe online marketing, money management, and more! The program concludes with a real live business event where you can earn money by selling your products! Space is limited. This is a partner program presented by Biz Kidz Academy. When: October 5 - November 9, 2019 Week 1 - October 5, 10 a.m. - Noon, GSCM Program Center Week 2 - October 12, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Camp Ilchester Week 3 - October 19, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Camp Ilchester Week 4 - October 26, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Camp Ilchester Week 5 - November 9, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Camp Ilchester Cost: $65 Questions: bizkidz2017@gmail.com
Daisy Day & Daisy Leader Training Experience the fun of being a Girl Scout Daisy! You’ll meet new friends, try new things, and so much more! All participants will earn the STEM Coding Badge. Leaders interested in training will need to register separately. Snack will be provided. This is not a drop off event. Troops must maintain adult/girl ratio. No tag-alongs. When: November 2, 2019, 1 - 4 p.m. Where: Camp Ilchester, Ellicott City Cost: $12/girl; free for adults
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Trashion Fashion! Trashion Fashion invites Girl Scouts (1st grade and older) to use their creativity and teamwork to create fashionable accessories to complement the historic dresses and garments in Maryland Historical Society's new exhibition by upcycling! Discarded materials will be provided by the Maryland Historical Society. Troops can also bring their own. Troops will compete for 3rd, 2nd and 1st place prizes for their creations. Registration required. This is a partner program presented by the Maryland Historical Society. Cost: $10/girl; free for adults When: November 9, 2019 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Where: The Maryland Historical Society 201 W Monument Street Baltimore, MD 21201 To Register: www.mdhs.org/events
Merry Mysteries Come dressed in costume, study the clues and do your best to solve this interactive mystery. Test your sleuthing skills, work together and compare notes, or, match wits to discover the truth--everyone is a suspect until proven innocent! Costumes encouraged to fit the theme (provided upon registration). All Girl Scouts, female friends and adults welcome. Meal preorder option (pizza, drink and cupcake) available for an additional $5. Register by October 25. This event is hosted by and serves as a money-earning activity for a GSCM travel group. When: November 16, 2019 Session 1: 3 - 5:30 p.m Session 2: 6:30 - 9 p.m. Where: Camp Ilchester Cost: $15 (includes fun patch) To Register/Questions: SavvyGirlsMD@gmail.com
Bell Manor Victorian Heritage Patch Program Earn the Bell Manor Victorian Heritage Patch while learning about life in the Victorian era. What were the fashions like? What kinds of stories, games and songs did children play in nineteenth century America and England? Have fun working on this patch in Girl Scouts of Central Maryland’s historical Bell Manor. This patch program is open to troops and individual girls with adult coverage per Volunteer Essentials. Registration is required, no walk-ins or tag-a-longs. Light refreshments provided. Register before November 8, 2019. When: November 16, 2019, 1 - 4 p.m. Where: Bell Manor at Camp Conowingo Cost: $8/girl; adults are free Questions: gaildaycamp@yahoo.com
Preserving Old Ellicott City: An Architectural Exploration This is a partner program presented by Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks Heritage Programs. When: November 17, 2019, 1 - 3 p.m. Where: B&O Ellicott City Station Museum Cost: $15 To Register: kpalich@howardcountymd.gov
A Victorian Holiday Travel back to the 19th century and celebrate the holidays Victorian style! This is a partner program presented by Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks Heritage Programs. When: December 7, 2019 1 - 4 p.m. Where: Waverly Mansion Cost: $15 To Register: kpalich@howardcountymd.gov
Nutcracker Ballet and Sugar Plum Party The Nutcracker returns in December, ushering in the holiday season through this classic tale. The possibility of dreams, the magic of Christmas and the wonder of the child merge through young Clara’s adventures to rescue her beloved Nutcracker from the Rat Queen’s evil spell. Share in the romance, the vision, the triumph, as you rediscover the magic of this timeless holiday tradition through Cuatto’s award winning choreography. Attend our popular Sugar Plum Party one hour prior to the Sunday matinee and have your picture taken with Santa or the Sugar Plum Fairy. This is a partner program presented by The Ballet Theatre Of Maryland. When: December 7, 2019, 7 p.m. OR December 15, 2019, 1 p.m. NOTE: There is NO Sugar Plum Party prior to the December 7 performance. Where: Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase Street, Annapolis, Maryland, 21401 Cost: $22/girl; $26/adult
Cirque Nutcracker Nicholas Hersh, conductor Troupe Vertigo’s acrobats, jugglers and high-flying aerialists join the BSO for this spectacular twist on Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic. View full season calendar at BSOmusic.org. This is a partner program presented by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. When: December 13, 2019 8 p.m., December 14, 2019 3 p.m., December 15, 2019 3 p.m. Where: Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St, Baltimore, MD 21201 Cost: Tickets from $28 - $75 Questions: Contact the Group Sales Office at 410-7838170 or groups@BSOmusic.org
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Programs & Events NEW! Winter Staycation at the Lord Baltimore Hotel
School’s Out/History is In: Cursive!
Girl Scout Cadettes and their favorite adult women will spend the night in this historic hotel enjoying an evening of fun activities for everyone including exploring careers in the hospitality industry, a haunted hotel tour and a Girl Scout pajama party in the hotel ballroom. After a refreshing night's sleep in a beautiful room, enjoy a breakfast buffet with your friends! Evening snacks and buffet breakfast are included. Girls will meet the requirements to earn the Night Owl badge. This is not a drop off event. No tag alongs. When: January 10-11, 6 p.m. (Fri) - 11 a.m. (Sat) Where: The Lord Baltimore Hotel, 30 W Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 20201 Cost: $100/girl + adult
Practice your loops, swirls and basic strokes as we learn how to read historical documents written by Marylanders just like us. Using chalk, ink, quills and paint, participants will be engaged in local history while learning or perfecting this lost art. For second-year Daisies and above. Drop-in anytime between 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. This is a partner program presented by the Maryland Historical Society. When: January 20, 2020, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: The Maryland Historical Society, 201 W Monument Street Baltimore, MD 21201 Cost: FREE To Register: www.mdhs.org/events
GSCM Chorus Song Fest
Join the GSCM Chorus
Did you always want to know the songs other Girl Scouts seem to know? Want to “Be Prepared” for your troop campfire or awards ceremony? Just love to sing? Join the Girl Scouts of Central Maryland Chorus for a song fest. Come with your troop, or by yourself! Fun patch and song book included. No tag-alongs. When: January 12, 2020, 2 - 4 p.m. Where: Camp Ilchester Cost: $5 To Register/Questions: gscmchorus@yahoo.com
The GSCM Chorus performs at parades, malls, festivals, and Girl Scout activities all over central Maryland. Rehearsals are on Sunday afternoons at various locations. We have a gala holiday rehearsal at Camp Ilchester on Friday, November 8. Patch and Chorus shirt are included when you join. Visit www.gscmchorus.org for more information. Cost: $10 per person Questions: gscmchorus@yahoo.com
Moviethon 2020 Put on your pajamas and stay up all night watching popular and recently released movies. Hang out with your friends, dance in your slippers and compete for prizes in crazy pajama contests. Theater concessions available with special offers for this event. Participants remain inside the theater complex for the duration of the event. Please follow appropriate girl/adult ratios. Female friends of Girl Scouts welcome. Register by January 10, 2020. This event is hosted by and serves as a money-earning activity for a GSCM travel group. When: January 19-20, 11 p.m. (Sun) - 6 a.m. (Mon) Where: Hoyts West Nursery Cinema, Linthicum, MD Cost: $30 To Register/Questions: SavvyGirlsMD@gmail.com
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Senior Journey Jumpstart Come jump-start your Sow What Journey in a day! You will complete most of the journey requirements and have the tools to complete the Take Action project. A light breakfast will be provided. Girls will go home with the Sow What Journey Award patch set; additional badges/pins earned can be purchased at the GSCM store. This is not a drop-off event. Adult volunteers are needed for girl/adult ratio, and to help deliver the program. Bring bagged lunch and snack. No tag-alongs. When: February 1, 2020, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: Camp Whippoorwill Cost: $30 /girl; $5/adult
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NEW! Move It & Groove It Dance Series
School’s Out/History is In: Sewing!
During this four-week series of dance and movement at GSCM’s Dance Studio, girls will try different forms of movement each week including dancing to music from popular movies, chillaxin’ with cool Yoga poses, grooving to Hip Hop & Street Jazz beats and getting their stomp on with Step. Comfortable clothes are recommended Brownies will earn the Dancer badge, Juniors will earn the Staying Fit badge and Daisies will earn a dance fun patch. Cadette - Ambassador girls can earn service hours by volunteering. When: February 1 - February 22, 2020 Week 1 - February 1, 10 a.m. - noon Week 2 - February 8, 10 a.m. - noon Week 3 - February 15, 10 a.m. - noon Week 4 - February 22, 10 a.m. - noon Where: GSCM Program Center Cost: $40
Gather around our sewing table to practice this traditional skill. Using the historic and contemporary quilts on display in the Hometown Girl exhibition, participants will stitch their way through the basics of applique and other types of sewing styles. For secondyear Daisies and above. Drop-in anytime between 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. This is a partner program presented by the Maryland Historical Society. When: February 17, 2020, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: The Maryland Historical Society, 201 W Monument Street Baltimore, MD 21201 Cost: FREE To Register: www.mdhs.org/events
Bell Manor Valentine Tea Girls will learn all about proper etiquette while enjoying tea, scones, tea sandwiches and desserts. They'll also decorate a fan and learn about fan language, and make a Victorian craft while learning about the Bell family and what their life was like at the mansion. A tour of Bell Manor is included. Girls and chaperones are encouraged to dress up in Victorian-era clothing, hats, gloves and all! It is not a requirement to participate, but certainly will be a ton of fun! A Bell Manor patch is included. Registration is required, no walk-ins or tag-a-longs. Please let us know of any food allergies in advance. Register before January 31, 2020. When: February 8, 2020, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Where: Bell Manor at Camp Conowingo Cost: $8 Questions: gaildaycamp@yahoo.com
Celebrate Gold with the Baltimore Blast! Join the Baltimore Blast as they celebrate Gold Award Girl Scouts with a pre-game autograph session and "Score Like the Pros" on-field activities. Before the game begins, make sure you visit one of our Gold Award tables. When our Gold Award Girl Scouts are announced, cheer like you have never cheered before! The lower sections will fill quickly, so purchase your ticket today. Girl Scouts will receive a patch. This is a partner program presented by The Baltimore Blast. When: Sunday, February 9, 2020, 3 p.m. Where: SECU Arena at Towson University Cost: $25
Mystery: Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball The annual Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball will be held again this year. Once you’ve picked out the perfect mask for this interactive mystery, the story begins. Everyone knows that when events are held at the mansion, something always goes wrong, and on this night you can help restore order. Appetizers, dinner and desserts will be served. Registration is required. No walk-ins or tag-a-longs. Please let us know if you have any food allergies in advance. Register before February 14, 2020. When: February 22, 2020 4:30-7:30 pm Where: Bell Manor at Camp Conowingo Cost: $20; adults not participating are free Questions: gaildaycamp@yahoo.com
NEW! Celebrate 100 Years of Women’s Right to Vote! Did you know that American women have only had the right to vote for 100 years? Come to the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of African American History and Culture to learn about the suffrage movement that resulted in the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution. Enjoy living history portrayals of Maryland women who influenced women to vote, experience “voting” at a polling machine, find out what Girl Scouts were doing in 1920, connect with the Maryland Women’s Heritage Center to explore the suffrage movement in Maryland and more. Girls will complete requirements to earn the badge related to government and the democratic process for their levels. This is not a drop off event. Troops are required to have the correct adult/girl ratio. Participants should bring their lunch. When: March 7, 2020, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: Reginald F Lewis African American Museum of History and Culture Cost: $10/girl; $5/adult; Free admission to adults required to meet the adult/girl ratio
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Programs & Events Votes for Women!
Explore the Fleet at Historic Ships in Baltimore
Join a Women's Suffrage March! Create your own "Votes for Women" sash and write a speech advocating for a woman's right to vote. Learn about some of the heroines of the movement, including women that played a major role right here in Maryland. This program results in the "Playing the Past" badge! This is a partner program presented by the Maryland Historical Society. When: March 9, 2020 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Where: The Maryland Historical Society, 201 W Monument Street Baltimore, MD 21201 Cost: $10/girl; free for adults To Register: www.mdhs.org/events
Explore the history of the ships and their crew from the 1860s through the 1980s. Participate in the flag ceremony on USS Constellation at 10:15am. Visit USCGC Taney’s bridge at 11am. Girl Scouts who complete the scavenger hunt quiz will receive a commemorative patch at the end of the program. Pre registration is required. This is a partner program presented by Historic Ships in Baltimore. When: March 24, 2020 Where: Historic Ships in Baltimore Cost: $12/girl; $8/adult
Baking at the Manor Girl Scout Brownie Day Experience the fun of being a Brownie! Girls will learn how their five senses help them explore the world. All participants will receive a Senses Badge and a snack during the event. This is not a drop-off event. No tagalongs. When: March 14, 2020, 1 - 4 p.m. Where: Camp Conowingo Cost: $15/girl; free for adults
Global G.I.R.L. Conference: Be the Change You Were Born to Be! Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors are invited to join female leaders to explore what it really means to be a G.I.R.L. Participants will engage in professional skillbased break-out sessions and learn from dynamic women trailblazers. Girls will receive the skills, contacts and empowerment necessary to create the change that members of the Delta Generation were born to make. Stay tuned to gscm.org/events for more information including break-out sessions and keynote speakers. When: March 21, 2020, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Where: TBD Cost: TBD No time to shop? Pre-order merchandise and a GSCM store staff member will deliver it to you at select events throughout the year. Express delivery is available at all events listed with this shopping cart symbol:
Bell Manor is turning into a bakery for a day! Learn how to make pie crust, candy and other treats. Take home the goodies that you make! A light snack will be served. Bell Manor patch is included. Registration is required, no walk-ins or tag-a-longs. Register before March 27, 2020. When: April 4, 2020, Noon - 3:30 p.m. Where: Bell Manor at Camp Conowingo Cost: $20/girl; free for adults Questions: gaildaycamp@yahoo.com
Movie With the Orchestra: The Wizard of Oz Scott Terrell, conductor Enjoy The Wizard of Oz on the big screen, and follow the yellow brick road with Dorothy and her friends as the BSO performs the Academy Award-winning score. Contact the Group Sales Office at 410-783-8170 or groups@BSOmusic.org for discounted Girl Scout rates. View our full season calendar at BSOmusic.org. This is a partner program presented by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. When: April 17, 2020, 8 p.m., April 18, 2020, 8 p.m., Sun, April 19, 2020 3 p.m. Where: The Meyerhoff Symphony Hal 1212 Cathedral St, Baltimore, MD 21201 Cost: Tickets from $20 - $65 Questions: Contact the Group Sales Office at 410-783-8170 or groups@BSOmusic.org
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Garden Day at the Star Spangled Banner Flag House
College Experience Day at Towson University
Help the Star Spangled Banner Flag House prepare for Flag Day! Explore the flag house and museum, learn about the history that inspired our National Anthem, and try on costumes from that time period. Join us for a flag ceremony you won’t soon forget. You'll also get to work on the garden, make cross stitched bookmarks, and do other fun activities. All girls who participate in this historical service project will receive a special patch and the satisfaction of creating a beautiful garden (and maybe even take a piece of the garden home). Bring a bagged lunch. This is a partner program presented by the Star Spangled Banner Flag House. When: April 19, 2020, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: The Star Spangled Banner Flag House Cost: $12/girl; $10/adult
Join us for an information session and tour of Towson University. Learn how to leverage your Girl Scout Silver and Gold Awards and leadership experience for college admissions. Find out about scholarships for Girl Scouts, and hear from a student panel about campus activities. Girls will explore TU through a tour led by one of their female leaders on campus. No tag-alongs. Lunch included. This event is for Girl Scouts in grades 8-12. When: May 16, 2020, 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: Towson University Cost: $15
Bell Manor Mother’s Day Tea Learn about proper etiquette as you enjoy tea, scones, tea sandwiches and desserts. Girls will decorate a fan and learn about fan language. They will also make a Victorian craft. Learn about the Bell family and what life was like when they lived in the mansion. A tour of Bell Manor will be provided. Girls and chaperones are encouraged to dress up and wear Victorian era clothing , hats, gloves and all! It is not a requirement to participate, but certainly will be a ton of fun! Bell Manor patch is included. Registration is required, no walk-ins or tag-a-longs. Please let us know of any food allergies in advance. Register before April 24, 2020. Cost: $8/girl; $8/adult When: May 2, 2020, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Where: Bell Manor at Camp Conowingo Questions: gaildaycamp@yahoo.com
Beethoven’s Ninth Marin Alsop, conductor Wordsmith, spoken word artist The season closes with Beethoven’s Ode to Joy, the Ninth Symphony, which conveys his message about humankind. Reimagining the Ninth Symphony as a 21st-century call for unity, justice, and empowerment, Marin Alsop, the BSO and members of the rich musical community of Baltimore boldly interpret Beethoven’s ideas in response to today’s world. Contact the Group Sales Office at 410-783-8170 or groups@BSOmusic. org for discounted Girl Scout rates. View full season calendar at BSOmusic.org. This is a partner program presented by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. When: June 11, 2020 8 p.m., June 12, 2020 8 p.m. June 14, 2020 3 p.m. Where: The Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St, Baltimore, MD 21201 Cost: Tickets from $20 - $65 Questions: Contact the Group Sales Office at 410-783-8170 or groups@BSOmusic.org
Harvest for the Hungry Harvest for the Hungry is a year-round, council-wide service project to benefit the Maryland Food Bank, or your local food bank or pantry. You and your troop can participate any time and earn a special patch or year rocker. You can find the patch packet by going to www.gscm.org. To receive your free Harvest for the Hungry patches and/or year rockers fill out the online form at bit.ly/HarvestForTheHungry and your patches will be mailed in 7 to 10 business days.
The GSCM Program Center 4806 Seton Drive, Baltimore, MD 21215
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Programs & Events Schedule-Your-Own Howard County Recreation and Parks, Living History and Heritage Program offers the following programs on a troop-by-troop basis. To register your troop, please contact Kelly Palich, Heritage Program Coordinator, at 410-313-0423 or kpalich@howardcountymd.gov.
Investigating Old Ellicott City
Playing the Past
Girl Scouts will explore the history and heritage of Old Ellicott City and tour the historic sites. Girls will also participate in several hands-on activities at each site to learn what life was like in this town during the 1800s. This program meets the requirements for the Good Neighbor Badge. (Two hours of programming) Where: B&O Ellicott City Station Museum, Patapsco Female Institute, Firehouse Museum, Ellicott City Colored School, Restored Cost: $12/girl
Have you ever wondered what life was like in the 1800s? Explore what kids did for fun and the activities and games that were a part of their daily lives in the Victorian Era. Dress up and time travel for a few hours as you play games, read from the diary of a student who attended the Patapsco Female Institute in the 1850s and enjoy an authentic tea party. Learn how to dance like a Victorian and try some crafts that you can take home with you. This program meets requirements for Playing the Past Badge. (Three hours of programming). Where: Patapsco Female Institute/Historic Waverly Cost: $15/girl
Sensing the Station You have five senses that work together to let you see, hear, smell, taste and touch the world around you. Come visit the B&O Ellicott City Station Museum and learn about life during the 19th-century using your five senses! Hear sounds of the railroad, touch artifacts associated with the stationmaster and their family, taste homemade butter made with a churn, and make a “scent�sational sachet! This program meets requirements for the Senses Badge. (Two hours of programming) Where: B&O Ellicott City Colored School, Restored Cost: $12/girl
Reinventing the Wheel Become an inventor from the past! Girls will incorporate skills in STEAM and learn about the simple machines that helped make Old Ellicott City one of the first in technology and transportation! Girls will experiment and invent their own simple machines. This program meets requirements for the Inventor Badge. (Two hours of programming) Where: B&O Ellicott City Station Museum Cost: $12/girl
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Citizen Scientist: Archaeology Archaeologists frequently rely on "citizen scientists" to help study the past using the scientific method during archaeological fieldwork and laboratory analysis. Girl Scout Juniors will learn about the different steps of archaeology and participate in historical research, archaeological fieldwork, spend time in the archaeology field lab analyzing and identifying real artifacts, and help interpret the history of the Patapsco Female Institute. Girls can also opt to participate in a service learning project with the Heritage Program that will satisfy the requirements for their Take Action Project. This program will cover requirements for the Citizen Scientist Journey. (Two to four hours of programming). Where: Patapsco Female Institute Cost: $12-$15/girl
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Citizen Scientist: Archaeology Archaeologists frequently rely on "citizen scientists" to help study the past using the scientific method during archaeological fieldwork and laboratory analysis. Girl Scout Cadettes will learn the different steps of archaeology and participate in historical research, archaeological fieldwork, spend time in the archaeology field lab analyzing and identifying real artifacts, and help interpret the history of Howard County. Girls can also opt to participate in a service learning project with the Heritage Program that will satisfy the requirements for their Take Action Project. This program will cover requirements for the Citizen Scientist Journey and Take Action badge. This is a multi-day program, usually taking two weekend days. Girls are permitted to camp on-site.The program is also offered for Seniors and Ambassadors, although there is no specific badge for this theme. Location varies. Cost: $20+/girl
Primitive Skills of the Past
Check gscm.org for dates and more details for the following events: It’s a Girl Thing! Girls will spend an activity-filled day learning about peer pressure, nutrition, and exercise. Troop leaders will attend similar, separate sessions geared toward health, wellness, and social issues girls may face. Girls will receive patches. This is a partner program presented by The Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center.
Critter Cruise Now is your chance to get up close and personal with fascinating creatures and explore the waters around Annapolis. This is a partner program presented by Watermark Tours and Annapolis Maritime Museum.
Explore culture and history through the lens of archaeology and investigation. Learn how archaeologists understand what they find buried underneath the ground through experimentation! Explore ancient tool manufacturing, gather natural materials to build shelter, learn about edible plants and historic food preparation, work in fiber arts, and weave a basket. Girl Scouts will camp overnight at our Primitive Camping Site, using the techniques they have learned in this program. This program will satisfy all requirements for the Primitive Camping, Adventure Camping and Survival Camping Badges. Where: Howard County Living Farm Heritage Museum Cost: $20+/girl
G.I.R.L. 2020 Survey Thousands of girls will come together from around the world October 21–25, 2020, at G.I.R.L. 2020 in Orlando, Florida. Hosted by Girl Scouts of the USA, the mega event will provide attendees with unforgettable experiences as they gain tools to empower themselves, and the know-how to lead change in their communities while connecting with some of the most influential women in the world along the way. There are two amazing parts to G.I.R.L. 2020 and you will want to be there for both! One is the National Council Session, which is the movement’s triennial business meeting. This happens from Wednesday, October 21 - Friday, October 23, 2020. See Girl Scout governance in action during this meeting, witness the national officer election and the parade of countries that have Girl Scouts or Girl Guides. The other is the G.I.R.L. 2020 program, which includes plenary sessions, breakout sessions and the G.I.R.L. 2020 Hall of Experiences expo. This happens from Friday, October 23 - Sunday, October 25. Hear from amazing speakers, participate in interactive sessions crafted by sister Girl Scouts, and immerse yourself in all things Girl Scouts! Please fill out this online survey to let us know of your TROOP interest: bit.ly/GIRL2020 GS411 2019-2020 | gscm.org/events
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Outdoor Adventures NEW! Camp Adventures Patch Program Join us this year for a brand new outdoor patch series! Attend your first event and you’ll receive the center patch. Each additional program in the patch series will earn you a new patch based on the program itself. Patch series programs are designated with this symbol:
Guppy Gulch Summer Blow-Out!
Ready, Aim, Bull’s-Eye
Cap off your amazing summer with a day at Guppy Gulch Waterpark and experience the zip line, paddle boards, the blob, and so much more! Bring your own lunch or buy something from the canteen. This is not a drop off event. Everyone must wear a life jacket while participating in any water activities. Guppy Gulch supplies life jackets for individuals weighing 50+ pounds. Anyone under 50 pounds must provide their own Coast Guard Certified life jacket and must be accompanied in the water by an adult. No shallow splash/swimming area available. When: August 31, 2019, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Where: Guppy Gulch Water Park, Delta, PA Cost: $35
This two-hour archery program will focus on safety, shooting techniques and target practice. Volunteer instructors will lead each session. Cadettes will work on requirements for the Archery Badge. When: September 22, 2019 Session 1: 10 a.m. - Noon | Session 2: 1 - 3 p.m. Where: Camp Ilchester Additional Dates/Locations: October 20, 2019 at Camp Conowingo, November 2, 2019 at Camp Whippoorwill & March 29, 2020 at Camp Whippoorwill. See gscm.org/events for details. Cost: $30
NEW! Take Your Best Slingshot
Wet & Wild
Are you a Girl Scout Daisy who’s ready to take aim at our new slingshot wall? Join us for this brand new activity. We will focus on safety, shooting techniques, and target practice all while having FUN! When: September 15, 2019 Session 1: 10 a.m. - Noon | Session 2: 1 - 3 p.m. Where: Camp Conowingo Additional Dates: March 15, 2020. See gscm.org/events for details. Cost: $20
This three-hour water based program will focus on safety, paddle techniques and having fun. Volunteer instructors will lead each session. For the Daisy session: one adult per canoe is required. March date is for Daisies & adults only. When: September 28, 2019 Session 1: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Session 2: 2 - 5 p.m. Where: Camp Whippoorwill Additional Dates: November 2, 2019, March 29, 2020. See gscm.org/events for details. Cost: $20
Outdoor Basics
Girl Scout Day on the Bay
Spend your day at camp learning basic outdoor skills such as knot tying, fire building, hiking, and, s’more making! Girl Scout Brownies will work on the Hiker Badge and Girl Scout Juniors will work on the Camper Badge. Cost includes program supplies, two meals, participation patch or badge, and snack. No tag alongs. This is not a drop off event. When: September 21-22, 2 p.m. (Sat) - 10 a.m. (Sun) Where: Camp Whippoorwill Cost: $50/girl; $20/adult
Start your Day on the Bay with a 60 minute Severn River Eco-cruise with a renowned naturalist. Go seining for fish and critters, hunt for bugs, create take-home crafts, and explore the native forest plants and animals that support the bay. Girls will complete several requirements for the Naturalist Badge. Patch included. Bring a lunch. This is a partner program presented by Watermark Cruises and Annapolis Maritime Museum. When: October 5, 2019, 11 a.m. Where: Back Creek Nature Park, 7300 Edgewood Rd, Annapolis, MD 21430 Cost: $22
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Camp Clean-up Day
Challenge your inner risk-taker. We will start on the low ropes course building a solid team, then we will make our way to the rockwall where we will work on proper climbing techniques. From there, we will combine both skills and conquer the brand new high ropes course! Lunch and a participation patch provided. When: October 13, 2019, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Where: Camp Conowingo Additional Dates: April 19, 2020. See gscm.org/events for details. Cost: $60
Spend the day with our camp rangers preparing Camp Conowingo for the change in season. This is an excellent opportunity for everyone to experience the great outdoors. Here are some things you can help with: taking down or putting up tents and cots, and trail, campsite, fire circle and building clean-up. Everyone is welcome and all help is appreciated. Snacks, lunch, and drinks will be provided. When: October 19, 2019, 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Where: Camp Conowingo Additional Date: March 21, 2020. See gscm.org/ events for details. Cost: FREE
High Adventure Are you ready to soar to new heights on our brand new high ropes challenge course? Join us for a high flying adventure as girls and adults conquer new elements and step outside their comfort zone. When: October 13, 2019 Session 1: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Session 2: 2 - 5 p.m. Where: Camp Conowingo Additional Dates: March 21, 2020, April 19, 2020, May 17, 2020. See gscm.org/events for details. Cost: $40
GO Climb a Tree! Recreational Tree Climbing This program will teach you how to climb safely. We'll start the course by fitting you with your equipment and teaching you some basic and necessary knots for ascending, fixing yourself in position on the rope or on the tree, and how to descend when you're ready to come down. We'll set our anchor in the tree (no easy feat since you'll be throwing the rope from the ground) and then, it's up into the trees we go! When: October 20, 2019, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Where: Camp Conowingo Additional Dates: May 3, 2020. See gscm.org/events for details. Cost: $75
NEW Highropes at Camp Conowingo! Climb to new heights, conquer new elements and feel the rush of a 300 foot zip line! Featured as part of Risk Taker, High Adventure and other outdoor programs.
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Outdoor Adventures Caching Out!
NEW! Get Outdoors Winter Challenge!
Get your hands on a GPS and learn how it works. Use it to go on a high-tech treasure hunt to locate hidden boxes in the outdoors. Girl Scout Juniors will complete at least two requirements towards the Geocaching Badge. When: November 3, 2019 Session 1: Brownies - Juniors 10 –11:30 a.m. Session 2: Cadettes – Ambassadors Noon –1:30 p.m. Where: Camp Woodlands Additional Dates/Locations: March 28, 2020 at Camp Ilchester. See gscm.org/events for details. Cost: $15
If you’re worried you’ll be stuck inside all winter, take on our new Get Outdoors Winter Challenge! Once you have completed the required number of activities for your grade level, girls and adults can register to earn the Get Outdoors Challenge patch. You must complete your registration by April 15, 2020 to be eligible to receive the free patch. When: December - April Cost: Free
Cavernous Crawl Caving or ‘spelunking,’ is an adventure sport that combines many different skills into one amazing experience. Crawling through tight squeezes, wiggling down tunnels on your belly or your backside, and climbing up walls of rock are just a few of the challenges you might encounter in the cave environment. All of the challenges of movement in a confined space are increased when you have nothing more than a headlamp or flashlight to guide you! Participants will receive a Cavernous Crawl Caving patch, part of Girl Scouts’ Seven Summits Patch program. Siblings in grades 4-12 are welcome. When: November, 9, 2019, 2 - 6 p.m. Additional Dates: March 8, 2020. See gscm.org/ events for details. Where: Whiting's Neck Cave, Martinsburg, WV Cost: $65/youth; $75/adult
Outdoor Journey for Juniors
Winter Adventures Overnight Experience the fun of summer during the winter months. We will hike, use the challenge course, climb the rockwall and enjoy other great winter activities. In the evening, we will gather around the campfire for stories and songs. Tell your summer camp friends to come out and join you this winter at the “coolest” camp ever. Fee includes overnight camping in heated buildings, activities, three meals and participation patch. Breakfast is not included Saturday morning. When: February 29 - March 1, 2020 9 a.m. (Sat) - 10 a.m. (Sun) Where: Camp Conowingo Cost: $70/girl; $40/adult
Winter Adventures (Just for the Day) Can’t make the whole weekend for Winter Adventures? Try just heading out for the day! Fee includes fun patch and snack. Day participants should bring a bag lunch. Where: February 29, 2020, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. When: Camp Conowingo Cost: $40/girl; $10/adult
Girl Scout Juniors will go to Camp Conowingo for an overnight to work on the three badges in the new Outdoor Journey. Successful completion of the program will earn each girl three badges (provided) and will only leave the Take Action Project for girls to complete to earn their Outdoor Journey. Fee includes program supplies, badges, and three meals. Groups must meet Safety Activity Checkpoints for girl/adult ratio. When: November 16-17, 2019 9 a.m. (Sat) - 10 a.m. (Sun) Where: Camp Conowingo Cost: $60/girl; $15/adult
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NEW! Target Sports Ready to try your hand at slingshots, archery or tomahawks? During this program, we will focus on safety, shooting techniques and target practice. Volunteer instructors will lead each session. Brownies & Juniors will get to use slingshots and participate in archery. Cadettes - Ambassadors will start with archery and then move on to tomahawks. When: March 22, 2020 Session 1: 10 a.m. - noon | Session 2: 1 - 3 p.m. Where: Camp Ilchester Additional Dates/Locations: March 29, 2020 at Camp Conowingo. See gscm.org/events for details. Cost: $30/girl
Adventure Sports Weekend During this adventure-filled weekend girls will have a blast making friends, canoeing on the Conowingo Lagoon, trying their hand at archery, climbing to the top of the rockwall, and overcoming elements on the high and low ropes challenge courses. The girl fee includes overnight camping, activities, 3 meals and a participation patch. When: April 18-19, 2020, 9 a.m. (Sat) - 10 a.m. (Sun) Where: Camp Conowingo Cost: $80/girl; $45/adult
Come Sail Away Girls will join the Living Classrooms Foundation for a two-day boating adventure on the tall ship Lady Maryland or the Skipjack Sigsbee from the Living Classrooms Dock in Fell’s Point to Camp Whippoorwill on the Magothy River and back to Baltimore. Cost includes two days of boating, dinner on Saturday, breakfast on Sunday, overnight camping, and a program patch. Pre-registration is required. When: June 6-7, 2020 9 a.m. (Sat) - 3 p.m. (Sun) Where: Camp Whippoorwill Cost: $120
Resident Camp Info Sessions Join us for a summer camp preview. Camp staff will answer questions, discuss camp activities and lodging, and share helpful hints to make campers’ experiences the best ever! Pre-registration is required. Cost: $5 When/Where: January 6, 2020, 6:30 - 8 p.m. GSCM Program Center February 3, 2020, 6:30 - 8 p.m. GSCM Program Center January 12, 2020, 1:30 - 3 p.m Camp Ilchester March 01, 2020, Noon - 1:30 p.m. Camp Conowingo GS411 2019-2020 | gscm.org/events
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Outdoor Adventures Take your next step at one of our four camps! At Girl Scouts of Central Maryland, we have four camps, located in Anne Arundel, Howard and Cecil Counties, that provide opportunities for troops, groups and families to embark on outdoor adventures and develop a lifelong appreciation for nature and the outdoors. When Girl Scouts get outside, they gain better problem solving skills and overcome challenges, develop leadership skills, build social bonds, and care more about protecting our environment. So what are you waiting for? Plan your next adventure now at www.gscm.org/camps.
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Camp Ilchester
Camp Ilchester
Conowingo, MD | Cecil County • Four year-round lodges and seven seasonal units • Conowingo Creek and small pond for fishing and ecology study • Tennis/all-purpose court • Hiking and Nature Trails • Swimming Pool (available during Resident Camp) • New High Ropes and Low Ropes Courses • Bell Manor Mansion • Two commercial kitchens (Dining Hall & Friendship Circle)
Ellicott City, MD | Howard County • Clementine Peterson Activity Center and the Caitlin Dunbar Nature Center • Picnic Pavilion • Primitive camping site • Two day sites • Amphitheater
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Camp Woodlands
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Need Equipment or a facilitator? When you visit www.gscm.org/camps, each camp has a "Make a Reservation" tab. This is where you can find the forms you need to request equipment or a facilitator. Questions? Contact membercare@gscm.org. For more information about each of our camps and to determine which location best serves your needs, please visit www.gscm.org/camps Daisies Brownies Juniors Cadettes Seniors Ambassadors Adults Girl Scouts, Friends & Family 18
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The Caitlin Dunbar Nature Center Friends of the Caitlin Dunbar Nature Center Calling all Girl Scouts and adults: Join the Friends of the Caitlin Dunbar Nature Center (CDNC). Our task is to keep the nature center a vibrant, and educational experience for Girl Scouts and other local youth. We also plan and organize the annual BIG Outdoors Event. Committee participation is a great way to earn your Cadette, Senior, Ambassador and/or school service hours. When: The first Thursday of the month for the remainder of 2019; January - March of 2020 we will meet the first and third Thursday; In April, leading up to the BIG Outdoors Event we will meet weekly. 7 - 9 p.m. Where: Camp Ilchester Questions: cdnc.boe@gmail.com
Nature Tours Visit the Caitlin Dunbar Nature Center and pet our Corn and Eastern King Snakes, watch how a bee colony makes honey and take a walk outside on our nature trail! Nature Tours can be scheduled any day after school. Programs can be customized to suit what your troop is working on, and include a nature hike around Camp Ilchester with an animal presentation. Birds of prey, snakes, turtles and honeybees are all waiting to wow your group! Can’t make it to us? We’ll come to you! To schedule your tour, Contact Box Turtle at 443.740.0639, or boxturtle@gscm.org Cost: $5/person
Caitlin's Outdoor Adventurers Complete service projects, earn badges and journeys, learn new skills, mentor younger Girl Scouts, and go on outdoor adventures with Caitlin's Outdoor Adventurers! Join us and do activities ranging from archery, sailing, horseback riding, camping, backpacking, and outdoor field trips to learning knife skills, knots, and bird house building. In prior years girls have: • Learned archery instruction and taught other Girl Scouts new skills • Camped at GSCM camps and beyond • Gone backpacking in the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park Caitlin’s Outdoor Adventurers, now in its sixth year, is an outdoor event series run in partnership with the Caitlin Dunbar Nature Center & GSCM's Outdoor Programs team. Attendance not required for every meeting, trip, or activity. To pay for activities, supplies, and badges/awards, girls participate in the Fall Cookie Program and Spring MagNut sale, work together to participate in and design other money earning opportunities, and/ or pay troop dues to help offset the costs of troop activities as needed. When: Sundays from 5 - 8 p.m. Where: Camp Ilchester Cost: Free for GSCM members to join. To Join/Questions: coa.3989@gmail.com
Camping, Archery, and/or other Nature Education Want to get your troop outdoors but do not have adults with the rights skills and training? The Friends of the Caitlin Dunbar Nature Center and the girls of Caitlin's Outdoor Adventurers want to help! We will work with your troop to set up an event lasting hours, or a whole weekend for your girls and volunteer essential ratio adults. All proceeds will be used by the Friends of the Caitlin Dunbar Nature Center for further development of CDNC educational programming. To learn more contact cdnc.boe@gmail.com.
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STEM Experiences Think Like an Engineer: Brownie Journey Workshop Girl Scout Brownies will Think Like an Engineer while creating a water pipeline, engineering a helping hand, and designing catapults to make things fly! Girls will receive a Challenge Island patch, but will need to complete a take action project to earn the Journey. Take Action Awards and Journey badges are not included. This is a partner program presented by Challenge Island. When: September 21, 2019, 9 a.m. - Noon Where: Camp Conowingo Cost: $25
Think Like an Engineer: Daisy Journey Workshop
STEM at APG Day Explore the many exciting STEM jobs at Aberdeen Proving Ground through hands-on activities led by professionals who work on the base. Explore aviation, engineering, and computer programming, and hear from women engaged in these fields. Lunch, patch and souvenirs included. When: September 28, 2019, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Where: Aberdeen Proving Ground Cost: $25/girl; $15/adult
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Girl Scout Daisies will Think Like an Engineer while creating a fairy house, engineering a puff mobile, and constructing a bridge to cross a canyon! Girls will receive a Challenge Island patch, but will need to complete a take action project to earn the Journey. Take Action Awards and Journey badges are not included. This is a partner program presented by Challenge Island. When: September 21, 2019, Noon - 3 p.m. Where: Camp Conowingo Cost: $25
Animal Habitats Badge Workshop Take a walk on the wild side and learn about African safari habitats, engineer a working safari ride, then plunge south to the cold-waters of Antarctica, to explore penguin habitats and create and race penguin toboggans. Girl Scout Juniors will receive a Challenge Island patch and complete the requirements of the Animal Habitats Badge. Badges must be purchased separately. This is a partner program presented by Challenge Island. When: September 21, 2019, 3 - 5 p.m. Where: Camp Conowingo Cost: $25
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Go on an Epic Cyber Challenge Adventure Put your leadership skills to the test to save the moon with Girl Scouts and Raytheon! Learn life-changing lessons. Explore exciting career paths. Tap in to your inner power.
Sign up today at www.gscm.org/cyberchallenge
There’s been a hack on a moon colony,
Who: Girl Scout Cadettes - Ambassadors
and we need your help to fix things
(Please note girls can sign up for this event individually, without their troop.)
and save everyone! At this one-of-a-
—spots will fill up fast, and you don’t want to miss this!—
kind event, you’ll be part of an incident
When: October 19, 2019, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
response team that must find out who
Where: Delta Hotel, located at 245 Shawan Rd,
hacked the system and how to stop them. And you’ll work with other brave,
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innovative girls to solve challenges that
Cost: $5
parallel skills used by cybersecurity
Questions? Email STEM@gscm.org
professionals in real life. Don’t worry— no previous cybersecurity experience is necessary to join in the fun!
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STEM Experiences Electricity Lab
Daisy Day: Coding for Good
Learn how electricity flows through a circuit before building your own working telegraph key! Understand how telegraphs were used to communicate in emergency situations and see the telegraph in action at the museum’s working Fire Alarm Office. After the workshop, spend the day in the Fire Museum at no extra cost! This is a partner program presented by The Fire Museum of Maryland. When: October 19, 2019, 10 - 11 a.m. Where: The Fire Museum, Lutherville Cost: $12
It’s time to learn about computer programs, games, apps, and more! Daisies will earn the new Code for Good Badge: Digital Game Design. Girls will learn about designing games with both “plugged” and “unplugged” activities. When: November 2, 2019, 1 - 4 p.m. Where: Camp Ilchester Cost: $20
WTS Transportation You presents: WTS Wednesdays!
Wizardry Science Science, math, and engineering activities for Girl Scouts who are still waiting on their Hogwarts letters. This event will be hosted by volunteers from the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab’s Society of Women Engineers. When: October 26, 2019, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Where: Camp Ilchester Cost: $10 per girl
Make-HER Mondays Discover your inner Maker and learn to tinker, create, and make cool projects during this STEM series. Engage in a different project every session and apply engineering, technology and design in new ways. Cost: $15/session Spooky STEM - Get ready for Halloween by doing spooky science tricks and treats! When: October 28, 2019, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Where: Camp Ilchester Slime Time - Learn the science behind making slime. Change the recipe and see how the slime changes! When: December 16, 2019, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Where: GSCM Program Center 3D Designs – Explore 3D printing and make customizable cookie cutters When: February 10, 2020, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Where: GSCM Program Center Survival Science – Explore MacGyver-style techniques to engineer your way out of a camping trip gone wrong. When: April 20, 2020, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Where: Camp Woodlands
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Join us for an interactive, hands-on STEM activity to learn about the transportation industry. Volunteers from the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS), a professional group for women in the transportation industry, are partnering with GSCM to teach you about different careers in the field of transportation. Girls will work in teams to solve an engineering design challenge and present their design to the group. Fun patch and pizza included. This is a partner program presented by The Women’s Transportation Seminar. Cost: $5/session Transportation Planning When: November 6, 2019, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Where: JMT, 40 Wight Avenue, Hunt Valley, MD Highway Design When: January 29, 2020, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Where: Assedo Consulting, 10015 Old Columbia Road, Suite B-215, Columbia, MD
How Robots Move Workshop Daisies will begin to explore the world of robotics as they build a LEGO® windmill model that will teach them the fundamentals of robotic design. With this hands-on program, they will learn about pulleys and how they are used to redirect forces. They will also code their robots to make them move. This is a partner program presented by Snapology. When: December 14, 2019, 1 - 3 p.m. Where: Snapology, 7830 Rossville Blvd, Nottingham, MD 21236 Cost: $25
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Drawbot Lab
Programming Robots Workshop
Engineer a machine that can move and draw! Participants activate the engineering design process to transform vibrating motors, batteries, and art materials into a personalized, take-home machine that can move and draw! Participants will be highly engaged, focused, and work with their peers to problem solve. Everybody gets to show off their Drawbot’s moves on the paper “dance floor.” This is a partner program presented by Future Makers. When: January 25, 2020, 10:30 a.m. - Noon Where: Camp Ilchester Cost: $30
Girl Scout Brownies will explore the world of robotics by creating and programming two different LEGO® robots. In this hands-on program, they will learn about the motion sensor and how it is used in programming robotics. Then, they will code their robots to make them move. This is a partner program presented by Snapology. When: February 15, 2020, 1 - 3 p.m. Where: Snapology, 7830 Rossville Blvd, Nottingham, MD 21236 Cost: $25
Home Scientist Badge Workshop Discover the science that might be hiding in your home as you earn your Home Scientist Badge. Girls will make explosions, learn about density, play with static electricity, and become kitchen chemists! When: January 12, 2020, 10 - 11:30 a.m. Where: GSCM Program Center Cost: $20
Chemistry Lab Make your own fire extinguisher at The Fire Museum. Follow the example of Baltimore firefighter and innovator, Charles T Holloway, to create a chemical reaction that can put out a fire! After the workshop, spend the day in the Fire Museum at no extra cost! This is a partner program presented by The Fire Museum of Maryland. When: January 18, 2020, 10 - 11 a.m. Where: The Fire Museum, Lutherville Cost: $12
Journey Jumpstart: Think Like a Programmer Get a jump-start on the Think Like a Programmer Journey and explore computational thinking during this weekend workshop. Girls will begin to understand some of the principles behind computer coding through the paper programming activities in Think Like a Programmer parts 1 and 2. Troops will be responsible for completing the Take Action project and purchasing the awards. When: February 8, 2020 Brownies: 9 a.m. - Noon | Juniors: 1 - 4 p.m. Where: GSCM Program Center Cost: $10
iFly Girl Scout STEM Day! It's a Girl Scouts take over at iFly Baltimore! Participate in hands-on STEM activities. Learn about flight and take a turn flying high in the wind tunnel! Cost includes an iFly swag bag, one flight per girl, and hands on STEM programs. Pre-registration is required. This is a partner program presented by iFly. When: February 16, 2020, 7:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. Where: iFly Baltimore, White Marsh Cost: $70
Daisy Engineering Badge Workshop Girl Scout Daisies will design a cliff-hanging, superduper roller coaster, construct their own model car, and design and build a board game and arcade game! Daisies will receive a Challenge Island patch and complete the requirements for the Roller Coaster, Model Car, and Board Game Design Challenge Badges. Badges must be purchased separately. This is a partner program presented by Challenge Island. When: March 7, 2020, 9 a.m. - Noon Where: Camp Conowingo Cost: $25
Brownie Engineering Badge Workshop Girl Scout Brownies will design a super cool fling flyer, engineer a leap bot, and build a championship winning race car! Girls will receive a Challenge Island patch and complete the requirements for the Fling Flyer, Race Car, and Leap Bot Design Challenge Badges. Badges must be purchased separately. This is a partner program presented by Challenge Island. When: March 7, 2020, Noon - 3 p.m. Where: Camp Conowingo Cost: $25
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STEM Experiences Camp Clue
Daisy Robotics Badge Workshop
Spend the night at Camp Conowingo and see if you have what it takes to become a real forensic scientist. Throughout the two days, girls will solve a “Whodunit?” mystery by taking fingerprints, investigating trace evidence, and analyzing crime scene elements. Girl Scout Juniors will earn their Detective badge from the Get Moving Journey and Girl Scout Cadettes will earn their Special Agent Badge from the Breathe Journey. This is not a drop off event. When: March 7-8, 2020, 10 a.m. (Sat.) - 10 a.m. (Sun.) Where: Camp Conowingo Cost: $52/girl; $26/adult
At this triple badge workshop, Girl Scout Daisies will learn what robots do and design their own. Robots will be made from everyday materials and will still be able to follow commands. Badges are not included. This is a partner program presented by Challenge Island. When: April 18, 2020, 9 a.m. - Noon Where: Camp Conowingo Cost: $25
Wooden Vehicle Lab
Think Like an Engineer by constructing a paper Eiffel Tower, engineering an emergency shelter for pets, and creating an earthquake-safe hotel. Girls will receive a Challenge Island patch, but will need to complete a take action project to earn the Journey. Badges are not included. This is a partner program presented by Challenge Island. When: April 18, 2020, Noon - 3 p.m. Where: Camp Conowingo Cost: $25
Engineer and build a simple wooden car, with wheels that spin on axles made of screws, nails or pegs! Choose a real tool – a hammer, screwdriver, or handcranked drill – and connect your pieces. Decorate with cool designs in our marker “paint shop”. This is a partner program presented by Future Makers. When: April 4, 2020, 10 - 11:30 a.m. Where: Camp Whippoorwill Cost: $30
The Science of Style Badge Workshop Learn the science behind some of your favorite products and fabrics! Girls will make beauty products and test the difference between a homemade beauty product and a store bought product, explore how fashion trends can become more sustainable, and test product effectiveness. Girls will earn The Science of Style badge that helps them work toward the Girltopia Journey. Bring a bagged lunch. When: April 18, 2020, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: GSCM Program Center Cost: $25
STEM On-Demand Want to engage girls in fun, hands-on STEM activities but don’t know where to start? Schedule a 90-minute STEM Workshop at GSCM! Topics include hands-on activities, STEM career, and STEAM (STEM + the arts) exploration! Minimum of four weeks notice required. $15 per girl (10 girl minimum) Email STEM@gscm.org for program offerings and to book today!
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Programming Robots Workshop Explore the world of robotics by creating a LEGO® Mars Rover. Learn about the motion sensor and how it is used in programming robotics. Learn the basics of coding, try simple programing, and finally make the Mars Rover move by coding it and utilizing the motion sensor. This is a partner program presented by Snapology. When: April 25, 2020, 1 - 3 p.m. Where: Snapology, 7830 Rossville Blvd, Nottingham, MD 21236 Cost: $25
Science Wonders During this workshop, explore the everyday mysteries of science including electricity, chemistry, and engineering! Girls will also get to work alongside women scientists and engineers who can answer questions and share their work. This is a partner program presented by the Society of Women Engineers. When: May 9, 2020, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Where: Camp Ilchester Cost: $10
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FIRST LEGO® League GSCM’s hands-on exploration of STEM using LEGOs is open to girls ages 9-14! Troops can create a team, led by two or more adult coaches, to explore solutions to real-world scientific problems related to the FIRST LEGO League (FLL) theme of City Shaper! Teams will create moving robots and compete in the FLL Qualifier in January. Limited Ev3 robot kits available. Robot kits are available on a first come first serve basis. Teams will need to supply their own tablet or laptop for the Ev3 robots. Interested troops should email STEM@gscm.org before September 9, 2019 to register their team. Cost: $405/team of 10 girls without robot kit; $916/team of 10 girls with purchase of robot kit
FIRST LEGO® League Jr Now GSCM’s hands-on exploration of STEM using LEGOs is open to girls ages 6-9! Troops can create a team, led by two or more adult coaches, to explore solutions to real-world scientific problems related to the FLL Jr theme of Boomtown Build! Teams will create moving LEGO models to display at the GSCM FLL Jr. Expo in May. We have a limited number of LEGO WeDo robot kits and they are available on a first come first serve basis. Teams will need to supply their own tablet or laptop for the WeDo robots. Interested troops should email STEM@gscm.org before November 30, 2019 to register their team. Cost: $114/team of 6 girls without robot kit; $318/team of 6 girls with purchasing robot kit
STEM Badges-In-A-Box: Goldieblox Engineers Need GolidieBlox kits to complete the Daisy and Brownie Mechanical Engineering Badges? We've got you covered! We have: • Goldieblox Engineers: Make Things Move - For Daisies to complete the following Mechanical Engineering Bades: Board Game, Roller Coaster, and Model Car. • Goldieblox Engineers: Make Things Zoom - For Brownies to complete the following Mechanical Engineering Bades: Fling Flyer, Leap Bot, and Race Car. Cost: $55 ($25 fee + $30 refundable deposit) To Reserve: STEM@gscm.org GS411 2019-2020 | gscm.org/events
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Workshops & Trainings The Girl Scout Silver Award—the highest award a Girl Scout Cadette can earn—allows you to make your community better by carrying out a well thought out project. Open to girls in 6th, 7th and 8th grade, the Silver Award lets you know that you can make a plan and put it into action. The Girl Scout Gold Award, open to girls in high school, is the most prestigious award in the world for girls. Receiving the Gold Award demonstrates that you can address issues important to you and those that challenge our world—from human trafficking to ocean pollution to education access to expanded STEM training for girls in underserved communities. These leadership awards are your opportunity to shine. Colleges and employers give weight to achieving these awards; in many cases you’ll have a competitive edge and be eligible for scholarships. Attending a workshop not only helps you narrow and define your project’s focus but helps identify a mentor or subject matter expert that can help you on your journey to Silver or Gold.
Girl Scout Gold Award Workshops The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest award in Girl Scouts. Learn what it takes to plan a successful Gold Award project. You will learn about the guidelines and required paperwork, new GoGold tools, and get answers to your questions. Please note: Attending a Girl Scout Gold Award Workshop is MANDATORY for all girls planning to earn this prestigious award. The workshop is highly recommended for adults mentoring girls through the Girl Scout Gold Award process. Registration is required.
In Person Dates, Times & Locations: August 14, 2019, 7 - 9 p.m., Camp Ilchester August 28, 2019, 6:30 - 8 p.m., GSCM Program Center September 16, 2019, 7 - 9 p.m., GSCM Program Center September 25, 2019, 6:30 - 8 p.m., Camp Ilchester October 9, 2019, 6:30 - 8 p.m., Camp Ilchester October 13, 2019, 5 - 7 p.m., Camp Ilchester October 16, 2019, 6:45 - 8:15 p.m., Holy Communion Lutheran, Fallston November 13, 2019, 6:30 - 8 p.m., Camp Ilchester November 19, 2019, 7 - 9 p.m., Camp Ilchester November 20, 2019, 6:30 - 8 p.m., GSCM Program Center December 11, 2019, 6:30 - 8 p.m., Camp Ilchester January 8, 2020, 7 - 9 p.m., Camp Ilchester January 26, 2020, 5 - 7 p.m., Camp Ilchester February 12, 2020, 7 - 9 p.m., Camp Ilchester February 13, 2020, 6:30 - 8 p.m., GSCM Program Center March 2, 2020, 7 - 9 p.m., Camp Ilchester March 11, 2020, 5 - 7 p.m., Camp Ilchester April 8, 2020, 7 - 9 p.m., Camp Ilchester May 13, 2020, 5 - 7 p.m., Camp Ilchester June 13, 2020, 10 - 11:30 a.m., GSCM Program Center Cost: $5 with printed Gold Award Booklet; Free with digital/print-your-own Gold Award Booklet
On-demand Webinar On-demand, webinar style Gold Award Workshops are coming soon to a computer screen near you! Cost: Free (includes digital Gold Award Booklet)
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Silver and Gold Award Bootcamp Have a Silver or Gold Award question? Need a Leader-Advisor? Need direction? Need help putting your take action into words or refining your proposal? Silver and Gold Award Boot Camp is here to help! Attend the Boot Camp where girls will discuss their Take Action Projects, brainstorm ideas, work through solutions to roadblocks and learn to draft and refine proposal responses. Girls in need of Leader-Advisors will be linked with trained adults, who will mentor them through the process. Please bring your Silver or Gold Award Booklet (printed or electronic). Girls are encouraged to come with a list of potential challenges. If you have a draft proposal bring it with you. Prerequisite: Girls must have completed the Silver Award Workshop (Cadettes) or Gold Award Workshop (Senior, Ambassador). Leader-Advisors, come along and join the fun. You can receive additional training and resources to help you mentor your girl through earning her highest award. When: September 7, 2019, 9 a.m. - Noon Where: GSCM Program Center Additional Dates & Times: December 3, 2019, 6 - 9 p.m., June 13, 2020, 9 a.m. - Noon Cost: $5 with printed Award Booklet; Free with digital/print-your-own Award Booklet
Girl Scout Silver Award Workshops The Girl Scout Silver Award is the highest award a Girl Scout Cadette can earn. Girls will learn how to identify a community need and how to address that need by sharing their skills and passion to plan a successful Girl Scout Silver Award project. Girls will also learn about the guidelines and the required paperwork needed for the project. Please note: Attending a Girl Scout Silver Award Workshop is MANDATORY for all girls planning to earn this award. The workshop is highly recommended for adults mentoring girls through the Girl Scout Silver Award process. Registration is required.
In Person Dates, Times & Locations: September 14, 2019, 10 a.m. - Noon, GSCM Program Center September 23, 2019, 7 - 9 p.m., Camp Ilchester October 6, 2019, 5 - 7 p.m., Camp Ilchester October 28, 2019, 6:45 - 8:15 p.m., Holy Communion Lutheran, Fallston November 14, 2019, 6:30 - 8 p.m., GSCM Program Center December 9, 2019, 7 - 9 p.m., Camp Ilchester January 19, 2020, 5 - 7 p.m., Camp Ilchester February 4, 2020, 7 - 9 p.m., Camp Ilchester March 4, 2020, 7 - 9 p.m., Camp Ilchester April 6, 2020, 7 - 9 p.m., Camp Ilchester Cost: $5 with printed Silver Award Booklet; Free with digital/print-your-own Silver Award Booklet
Live Webinar Q&A Log into this live webinar to ask questions about the Girl Scout Silver Award guidelines or specifics about your project. Prerequisite: Girls must have attended a Silver Award Workshop. When: September 29, 2019, 6:30 - 8 p.m.; October 20, 2019, 1:30 - 3 p.m.; November 24, 2019, 6:30 - 8 p.m.; March 22, 2019, 1:30 - 3 p.m.; April 25, 2019, 10:30 a.m. - Noon; May 13, 2019, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Cost: Free (includes digital Silver Award Booklet)
On-demand Webinar On-demand, webinar style Silver Award Workshops are coming soon to a computer screen near you! Cost: Free (includes digital Silver Award Booklet)
Register for award workshops, bootcamps and webinars at www.gscm.org/events!
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Workshops & Trainings Service to Girl Scouting Training Would you like to earn your Service to Girl Scouting Bar? Would you like to learn more about event programming and assist in various aspects of event facilitation? If you answered yes to both of these questions, then we want you to attend our Service to Girl Scouting Training. This opportunity is open to Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors. The GSCM Program Team will teach you all about what goes into the creation, organization and facilitation of Council programs. Once your initial training is complete, your interests and availability will be matched with council events in need of support. When: August 27, 2019, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Where: GSCM Program Center Additional Dates: December 10, 2019. See gscm.org/ events for details. Cost: Free
Program Aide (PA) Training Program Aides are role models for younger Girl Scouts. They have an opportunity to develop their leadership skills and to share their interests and experiences with younger girls in a troop, group, or camp setting. Join us for training in the morning and put your new skills to the test in the afternoon with some hands on activities working with younger girls on a badge day. Bring a bag lunch and snack. November 2, 2019 Program Aides will work with Girl Scout Daisies. March 14, 2020 Program Aides will work with Girl Scout Brownies. When: November 2, 2019, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Where: Camp Ilchester Additonal Dates & Locations: March 14, 2020 at Camp Conowingo. See gscm.org/events for details. Cost: $10
Adult Opportunities Not Your Daughter’s Camp In: Adult Camping Weekend Come relive your camping days at our Girl Scout Alumnae & Adult Camp-In at Camp Conowingo! GSCM's Alumnae Association invites former Girl Scouts, including troop leaders, volunteers, camp counselors, and staff members to hike down memory lane during a long weekend of camp activities with your sister grown-up Girl Scouts! Campers can choose to bring their own tent, or stay in a glen shelter, yurt, platform tent, teepee, or cabin. They can also request their bunkmate. Activities include hiking, canoeing, arts and crafts, campfire sing-a-longs, and more! Registration includes meals, activities, and a t-shirt for participants. When: October 4-6, 2019, 5 p.m. (Fri) - 10 a.m. (Sun) Where: Camp Conowingo Cost: $125/weekend; $85/one day To Register: Visit www.gscm.org/alumnae
Low Ropes Training This course is an introduction of the major concepts and practical skills of the Low Ropes Challenge Course facilitation. Successful completion of the course will result in a low ropes certification. Participation in the program does not guarantee certification. When: October 6, 2019, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Where: Camp Conowingo, Shadowbrook Side Cost: $75
Volunteer in Training (V I T) A Volunteer-in-Training (V.I.T) is a Girl Scout Senior or Ambassador who would like to develop leadership skills and mentor a Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, Junior, or Cadette group outside of the camp experience. Girls must have completed 9th grade in order to participate in the VIT Training. When: September 14, 2019, 10 a.m. - Noon Where: GSCM Program Center Cost: $10 per girl
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Canoe and Kayak Certification Training Flat Water This course is a short program emphasizing entry-level paddling skills and rescue techniques for individuals looking to take a group out on flat water. You will learn canoe and kayak strokes to effectively navigate on the water, as well as practice rescue techniques that will help you feel confident in an emergency. No previous kayak or canoe experience is required. Successful completion of the course will result in an American Canoe Association Participation Card. Participation in the program does not guarantee certification. When: October 6, 2019, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Where: Camp Conowingo Additional Dates: April 19, 2020 Cost: $70
Adult Learning Roundup So many great adult trainings to pick from, but too hard to fit them all into your schedule? Sign up for the Adult Learning Roundup, where you can get several trainings completed in one day! Grade level trainings, songs, skits & games, tent camping, and more will be offered. Fall When: October 19, 2019, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Where: Camp Woodlands Spring When: May 9, 2020, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Where: Camp Conowingo Cost: Varies depending on courses selected
Archery Certification This course teaches the basics of how to facilitate archery programming. The core content of the program covers archery history, safety, technique, equipment, mental concentration, and selfimprovement. No previous archery experience is required. Successful completion of the course will result in a USA Archery Level I Instructor Certification. Participation in the program does not guarantee certification. Dress for the weather – the course will be outside. When: October 12, 2019 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Where: Camp Ilchester Cost: $75
Ready, Set, Go Basic Camping! Having trouble finding time to take your Basic Troop Camping Certification? Why not bring your troop along while you learn? Work with GSCM Adult Learning Team facilitators to earn your Basic Troop Camping Certification while girls learn introductory camping skills. Brownies will earn the Hiker Badge and Juniors will earn the Eco Camper Badge. NOTE: all troops must supply one helping adult. All other adults attending must receive the training. Troops can register one adult who is not receiving training and is familiar with the girls, to assist staff with girl activities. Adults not receiving training will not be allowed to attend. The training includes a pre-session online component and a 3-hour pre-planning session prior to the overnight. Program fees cover programming supplies; troops are responsible for all meals. Fall When: October 26-27, 2019 9 a.m. (Sat) - 11 a.m. (Sun) Where: Camp Conowingo Pre-planning Session: September 11, 2019 Spring When: March 28-29, 2020 9 a.m. (Sat) - 11 a.m. (SUn) Where: C amp Conowingo Pre-planning Session: February 12, 2020 Cost: $20/ girl, $5/adult
Adult Take Action Workshops Take Action projects are the foundation of every Journey, Bronze, Silver and Gold Award. Learn what it takes to effectively guide girls through the Take Action process. Learn how to instill solid leadership and planning skills in each girl, no matter her Girl Scout level. Developing this skill at the Daisy, Brownie and Junior level will provide a solid foundation on which your girls can build as they work to earn the highest awards that a Girl Scout can earn. When: November 7, 2019, 7 - 9 p.m. Where: GSCM Program Center Additional Dates: January 15, 2020 Cost: $5
Once certified in Low Ropes, Canoe & Kayak, or Archery, if you are interested in working with GSCM as an Outdoor Adventure Facilitator, please contact kcampbell@gscm.org.
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42 New Ways to be a Girl Scout
This is BIG: new Girl Scout Journeys and badges are here to take the girl leadership game to new heights. We’ve added even more skill-building, life-changing experiences to the Girl Scout program! Among the 42 new offerings are Outdoor High Adventure badges that feature, for the first time in Girl Scouts’ history, two distinct activity options, letting girls choose how they want to earn each badge. Giving girls choices is important for developing their sense of self, their own voice, and gender equality.
In addition to existing badge offerings, girls in grades 6–12 can now pursue: • Nine Cybersecurity badges. Activities range from decrypting and encrypting messages, to learning • •
proper protection methods for devices, to exploring real-world hacking scenarios (funded by Palo Alto Networks) Three Space Science badges, through which girls explore topics such as the universe and their place in it, properties of light, and inspiring careers in space science (funded by NASA’s Science Mission Directorate and led by the SETI Institute). Think Like a Citizen Scientist, a Girl Scout Leadership Journey during which girls participate in interactive activities to practice observation techniques; collect data; and share their findings with real-world scientists through an online network (funded by Johnson & Johnson and The Coca-Cola Foundation).
The new programming for girls in grades K–12 includes: • 12 Outdoor High Adventure badges, designed for girls to explore nature and experience exciting outdoor
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adventures like backpacking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, rock climbing, and tree climbing—giving them the confidence to support one another, take healthy risks, and spend dedicated time in nature (funded by The North Face). 18 Coding for Good badges, which not only teach girls the basics of coding but also detail how every stage of the coding process provides girls with opportunities to use their skills for good. Girls will learn about algorithms through age-appropriate, creative activities, such as coding positive memes to spread a message about a cause they care about, designing a digital game to educate people about an issue, and developing an app to promote healthy habits. Every Coding for Good badge includes a plugged-in and unplugged version, so that all girls can learn the foundations of coding, regardless of their access to technology (funded by AT&T and Dell Technologies). Girl Scouts of Central Maryland | membercare@gscm.org
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Additional Activities & Partners Baltimore
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Join us as the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra's 2019-20 season pays tribute to the achievements of women in music.
Discounted Tickets for Girl Scouts at BSOMUSIC.ORG/GROUPS
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Little Medical School of Baltimore brings medicine, science, and the importance of health to children in an entertaining way! Our programs teach children about the exciting field of medicine and health as they explore various healthcare professions.
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Scout Out History! At Snapology, We've carefully evaluated all of the Girl Scout STEM badges and have tailored our programs to ensure each step toward earning a badge is met and exceeded.
For information on programs, badges, and events, contact Emily Mosher at emosher@howardcountymd.gov. Towson.Snapology.com |
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Shadow one of central Maryland's most distinguished women. Get the details and application at gscm.org/shadowgirl
Girl Scout Day with the
Custom troop shirts now available through the GSCM Store!
February 9, 2020 Gates: 2:30 p.m. | Kickoff: 5 p.m. SECU Arena at Towson University Email gscmstore@gscm.org for details!
Affordable pricing for programs listed in this guide is made possible in part by contributions to the Family Partnership Campaign. Support from Girl Scout families like you gives each girl member an opportunity to develop skills that will impact the rest of her life, from leadership development and conflict resolution to financial literacy and STEM.
Thank You!
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Juliette's Closet & Clementine's Corner
Your source for uniforms, program materials and all the latest Girl Scout gear and gifts.
How to Shop: In Store Visit us at the GSCM Program Center in Baltimore or at Camp Ilchester in Howard County. Addresses and phone numbers for both locations below. Online Shop on your schedule by visiting www.gscm.org/store Hours Store hours vary by season and location. Make sure you check www.gscm.org/store before stopping by!
Uniform Day is October 1! Make sure your Girl Scout has everything she needs to show off her Girl Scout spirit at school.
Girl Scouts of Central Maryland’s Store locations Juliette’s Closet at the GSCM Program Center 4806 Seton Drive Baltimore, MD 21215 410.358.9711 ext. 202 34
Clementine’s Corner at Camp Ilchester 5042 Ilchester Road Ellicott City, MD 21043 410.455.0542
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Uniform Essentials Use this checklist when buying uniforms in store or online to make sure you have the essentials!
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Power your next step with the Girl Scout Cookie Program.
Important Cookie Dates: September 13 September 21 October 25 December 13
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