Get four tickets to Summerfest 2025 when you renew your 2026 Girl Scout membership during the early renewal period. Tickets include family fun, games, activities, inflatables, snacks, and more!
Membership renewal begins April 1, 2025!
Visit gsnc.org/renew for complete details, dates, and exclusions.
In-Person Renewal Nights
Skip the online renewal process by joining us at one of our in-person renewal nights. Visit gsnc.org/renew to find out when your Service Unit’s renewal night will be held.
All those who renew at an in-person renewal night will qualify for the Summerfest 2025 renewal incentive!
Add a Friend Patch 2025
Invite a friend to register and become a part of your troop’s adventure!
Add one or more new Girl Scouts to your existing troop by March 31, 2025, and the new member and each Girl Scout in your troop will receive the Add a Friend patch. For more information, contact us at customercare@gsnc.org.
Randell M. Bynum Chief Executive Officer
Andrea Elder-Howell, Esq.
President and Chief Volunteer Officer
Amy Rosenkrantz Director, Program Strategy
Deb Rangell Graphic Designer and Program Associate
Council Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
Tel (516) 741-2550 • gsnc.org
Shop hours:
Monday–Wednesday: 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am–7:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am–1:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
Email shop@gsnc.org for questions.
Girl Scouts of Nassau County has an active, intentional, and ongoing commitment to ensuring that all members are able to fully and meaningfully participate in and contribute to all aspects of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and Mission.
Girl Scouts values inclusiveness and does not discriminate on any basis. Distribution of these materials does not constitute endorsement of any kind.
Girl Scouts of Nassau County empowers girls to take the lead today and into the future... all while having fun!
The Girl Scout Mission
Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.
The Girl Scout Promise
On my honor, I will try:
To serve God* and my country, To help people at all times, And to live by the Girl Scout Law.
*Members may substitute for the word “God” in accordance with their own spiritual beliefs.
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.
Girl Scout Misión
Girl Scouts ayuda a las niñas a desarrollar el valor, la confianza en sí mismas y los principios para hacer del mundo un mejor lugar.
La Promesa de Girl Scouts
Por mi honor, yo trataré:
De servir a Dios y a mi patria, ayudar a las personas en todo momento, y vivir conforme a la Ley de Girl Scouts.
La Ley de Girl Scouts
Yo me esforzaré por:
Ser honrada y justa cordial y servicial, considerada y compasiva, valiente y fuerte, y responsable de lo que digo y hago, y por respetarme a mí misma y a los demás respetar la autoridad usar los recursos de manera prudente, hacer del mundo un lugar mejor, y ser hermana de cada una de las Girl Scouts.
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Please take a few moments to fill out our survey about how Possibilities works for you. Your feedback will help us make this guide as useful and informative as possible! Scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/gsnc-possibilities-survey. ! !
How to Use This Guide
Use Possibilities as a tool to help plan your year with your Girl Scout by finding programs that match a Girl Scout’s age level and interests. This issue is available online by scanning the QR code or visiting bit.ly/possibilities-spr-sum-25.
To print specific pages, click Download at the bottom of your screen. Click the printer icon on the upper right. In the Pages drop-down menu, you can choose Custom, which allows you to type in a single page or a page range. Then press Print.
Council-Led Programs
Council-led programs are organized by GSNC staff, offered on a specific date, and require parents or troop leaders to register their Girl Scouts on our website. GSNC staff have organized a schedule of programs for all Girl Scouts in Nassau County to attend!
Most of our council-led programs are drop-off programs. Drop-off programs require parents and caregivers to drop their girls at the program location and pick them up once the program has ended. Parents and caregivers are not permitted to stay during the program for space and facilitation purposes. Staff are made available at these programs to provide supervision and instruction for the girls.
How to register for Council-led programs
Visit gsnc.org/programs and navigate to your program of choice. Once there, click Register to complete the process or you can register on myGS by visiting mygs.girlscouts.org, clicking on the Program tab, and selecting Find an Event. Your Girl Scout will not be guaranteed a spot in a program until you have completed the payment process. Spots sitting in the shopping cart are not saved spots. Upon completion, you will receive a confirmation email. This email contains important information such as links, materials required, and rules of conduct. If you do not receive a confirmation email, contact customercare@gsnc.org. Any questions about council-led programs should be directed to customercare@gsnc.org rather than the program partners themselves.
Troop-Led Programs
Would you like to coordinate programs specifically for your troop? GSNC staff have worked with program partners to offer you a menu of program options with set topics and prices.
Instructions for troop leaders and caregivers to organize their own programs with GSNC program partners:
• Review the menu of program options in this guide to see what topics match the interests of your troop.
• Reach out to the program partner directly with the contact information provided in the program description.
• Work with the program partner to pick a day for your troop to have their own program. Some program partners do not have their own venue; in those cases, the program cannot take place at private residential homes, indoor or outdoor.
Council-led program listings are vetted by staff employed by GSNC. This includes ensuring that sanctioned GSUSA Safety Activity Checpoints are followed, and that programming is aligned with Girl Scout requirements.
Complete GSUSA’s Internet Safety Pledge with your Girl Scout at bit.ly/GSNCInternet-Safety-Pledge or by scanning the QR code. Use it as a guide to ensure the safety of your Girl Scout as she enjoys virtual experiences.
• Submit the Local Day Trip Request Application at bit.ly/gsnc-local-day-trip to GSNC Customer Care. This form must be approved by GSNC for the program to take place.
• Market the program to your troop and manage registrations.
• Fulfill ratio and Safety Activity Checkpoints requirements by ensuring at least two approved Girl Scout adult members accompany Girl Scouts attending as a group.
• Oversee drop-off and pickup at the program.
Girl Scout Daisies
Grades K–1
Girl Scout Brownies
Grades 2–3
Girl Scout Juniors
Grades 4–5
Girl Scout Cadettes Grades 6–8
Girl Scout Seniors Grades 9–10
Girl Scout Ambassadors Grades 11–12
Financial Assistance
Girl Scouting is available to every Girl Scout regardless of socio-economic status. If you are in need of financial assistance to secure a spot in a program, please fill out the Financial Aid for Program Request Format at bit.ly/Fin-Aid-Prog-Request or by scanning the QR code. Once this form is completed, council will reach out to you.
Payment Information
Payment must be made at the time of program registration. Fees may be paid with the following types of payment:
Credit Cards
Mastercard, Visa, American Express, and Discover
Cookie Credits
Earned by individual Girl Scouts or families who sell 300 or more boxes of cookies. To use cookie credits, select Program Credits under Choose Payment Options on the registration page in myGS. In cases of insufficient Cookie Credits, staff will contact you for the remaining balance.
GSNC
Program and Events Cancellation and Refund Policy
A full refund will be given for cancellations of any reason fifteen days prior to the program/event by submitting a cancellation email to customercare@gsnc.org. A 50% refund will be issued for cancellations less than fifteen days before the close of registration. No refunds will be issued for cancelling after the close of registration unless due to medical or extenuating circumstances. Complete an Extenuating Circumstance Refund Request Form including doctor’s note or pertinent information if needed for review. Find the form at bit.ly/extenuatingcircumstance-refund-request or by scanning the QR code.
A full refund will be issued if an event is canceled for any reason by Girl Scouts of Nassau County.
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Non-Nassau County Girl Scouts
Occasionally non-Nassau County Girl Scouts can attend programs. Please read each individual program listing to determine if non-Nassau County Girl Scouts are permitted to attend the program, and if there is an additional fee required for attendance. Non-Nassau County Girl Scouts include Girl Scouts from other councils outside of Nassau County, non-registered Girl Scouts, or siblings and friends known as Tag-Alongs.
Photo Release Information
Your Girl Scout can only be photographed at GSNC programs by selecting a Photo Opt In status on her profile in your myGS account. You can check and edit her profile at any time in your account by logging into your account, clicking on My Household, and editing the profile under your Girl Scout’s name. At the bottom of the page, please check off your options including Photo Opt In if you wish your Girl Scout to be photographed at GSNC programs. Save your changes if you make any. Every renewal year, please remember to check and edit all your profiles in your household when you renew and save your changes.
Girl Scout Daisies
Share your experiences with your Girl Scout sisters! Send pictures and a short description with your full name and troop number or Juliette status to GSNC at marketing@gsnc.org.
To register for any of our council programs, visit gsnc.org/programs.
Council-Led Programs
The following programs have been organized by GSNC staff and are offered on specific dates.
Girl Scout Gardeners Program
All programs include a fun patch that will be given out at the program.
STEM Arcade Adventure
Dive into the world of STEM while playing exciting arcade games! Learn about how reaction time affects gameplay, the concept of probability, and the engineering principles that make arcade games work. By blending play with learning, Girl Scouts develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, all while having a blast!
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 | 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
United Skates of America
1276 Hicksville Rd, Seaford, NY 11783
$25 per skater, $10 per non-skater
Tag-Alongs welcome
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Important: Includes pizza, soft drink, and skate rental.
Pop Dance Glow Party
Get dressed in your neon colors and join us for a super fun pop dance glow party! Grab some glow sticks and your neon hair extensions (both provided) and get ready to dance and play some fun, dance-themed games!
Friday, March 14, 2025 | 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Brooklyn Cycle & Fitness of Massapequa 25 Brooklyn Avenue, Massapequa, NY 11758
$25 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Check out what’s going on at The Farm! From planting and weeding, to learning about farm etiquette and everything in between, join gardening assistants (high school-aged Girl Scouts) in a hands-on gardening lesson! Each day is different, so see what is planned for you on your day at the farm. All crops will be donated to a local food bank. Online orientation meeting dates are noted below, where information will be provided and questions can be answered. Event dates at the farm will be scheduled after orientation. Registration includes multiple sessions at the farm throughout the harvest season.
Online Orientation Meetings:
Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
Monday, March 24, 2025 | 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
The Farm at Oyster Bay
510 Split Rock Road, Syosset, NY 11791
$35 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Bike Rodeo
Get ready for the rodeo! Bike rodeos are educational bicycle-safety events that promote cycling proficiency, helmet safety, and fun in your community! You’ll learn various bike safety skills through simulated real-life situations. Your bikes and helmets will be inspected and fitted, and then you’ll ride through a skills course to learn bike safety techniques. Family and friends are welcome to attend this event hosted by NYU Langone Health and all participants will get to decorate their own cowboy hat!
Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 10:30 am–12:30 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$15 per participant
Tag-Alongs welcome
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Important: This is not a drop-off event. Open-house format— drop by anytime. Bring your own bicycles and helmets.
Potion Masters and Wand Makers
Wizard training kicks off by creating a magic wand that will send oozing potion pouring out of our cauldrons! Then, become a mad scientist as you attempt to make a mysterious liquid change colors inside test tubes. You’ll learn all about the chemistry behind each of our “magical” creations.
Monday, April 21, 2025 | 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$25 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Living in Space
Step into the boots of an astronaut! Piece together the life of galactic explorers. Try out the special adaptations needed to live in space, learn about mission-training techniques, and form a ground-control to space-mission team to repair a circuit in space. Leave with a “Mad Science Spacewalk Mission” to practice all of your newfound skills!
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | 5:30 pm–6:30 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$25 per registered Girl Scout No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Troop-Led Programs
The following programs offer flexible scheduling. Pick a day that works best for your troop!
Corresponding badges and patches are available for purchase at the GSNC shop.
All About Money
Let’s make personal finance “fun-ance!” Learn the basics of money— explore the value of different coins and bills, discuss how to set goals to save money for the future, and learn how to make smart spending choices. We will include a fun activity that explains how you can earn interest at a bank and make a fun craft!
Daytime and evening availability
Welcome to RealLife
Location determined by troop
$15 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 10-person minimum, 50-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email Jdoherty@welcome2reallife.com
Be a Sister to Every Girl Scout
Foster connection, inclusion, and respect among your sister Girl Scouts by learning basic American Sign Language (ASL) vocabulary and exploring deaf culture. Discover how to communicate across barriers, promote kindness, and ensure every person feels valued. Strengthen the bonds of sisterhood by encouraging empathy and breaking down communication obstacles. You’ll leave with a Sign Language fun patch and printables to take home.
Weekday afternoons or weekends anytime
Sign With Jessie
Location determined by troop
$15 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 5-person minimum, 35-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email gssignlanguage@gmail.com
Brooklyn Nets Night for Girl Scouts
Get in on the action as the Brooklyn Nets take on the Toronto Raptors at a special Brooklyn Nets Night for Girl Scouts game! The first 150 people to purchase a ticket will receive a complimentary Nets jersey and/or belt bag. Special patches will also be available to all Girl Scouts on game day!
Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 3:30 pm
Barclays Center
620 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Ticket prices vary
Tag-Alongs welcome
To purchase tickets: fevo-enterprise.com/event/GSNETS
For more information: Email Joseph DiMitri at jdimitri@bseglobal.net
Important: Pick-up of Nets items will be at GSNC Service Center on the following dates/times:
• Tuesday, April 1, 1:00 pm–6:00 pm or
• Saturday, April 5, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
* Choice of jersey size is limited to adult S or XL, available on a first-come, first-serve basis, and is not guaranteed.
Build Confidence with Supreme Martial Arts
Have a blast in this high-energy martial arts experience designed to build self-confidence while learning valuable self-defense skills. Sensei Andrew’s engaging approach will hold participants’ attention, keeping them entertained and eager to learn more. Every Girl Scout will get to break a board and leave feeling more confident than ever!
Flexible days and times
Supreme Martial Arts
Location determined by troop
$150 for up to 15 registered Girl Scouts, $10 per additional Girl Scout Tag-Alongs welcome
5-person minimum, 20-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: call Sensei Andrew at 516-532-2361 or visit SupremeMartialArts.com/girl-scouts
Connect with Nature
Plant the seed for a lifetime of learning at Crossroads Farm. Experience the colors, textures, and sounds of nature and learn how to protect our natural resources. Take a tour of the farm and explore our many gardens with their various flowers, plants, and vegetables. Learn where your food comes from, practice being a farmer by doing a seasonal activity, and create a farm-to-art or farm-to-table culinary project!
Flexible days and times
Crossroads Farm
480 Hempstead Avenue, Malverne, NY 11565
$20 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along, two adults free, $5 per additional adult
Tag-Alongs welcome
6-person minimum, 18-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email education@nassaulandtrust.org
Important: Dress for the weather! Closed-toe shoes required. Rain or shine (except for thunderstorms). Additional material fees may apply.
Doll Dress Upcycling and Design
Transform and repurpose a fabric headband into a beautiful doll dress as we discuss the importance of upcycling—transforming clothing or materials into new, fashionable items, reducing waste and environmental damage. Workshop includes supplies, open play, pretend dress-up and photos, and self-affirmations. Daisies can complete the requirements for the Using Resources Wisely petal.
Monday–Friday any time after 3:30 pm
Weekends and school breaks when available
Little Doll Studio
137 North Park Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
$25 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 2-person minimum, 24-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email fran@littledollstudio.com
Doll Fashion and Runway Show
Learn all about fashion design while embracing a creative challenge to decorate a plain 11.5-inch doll dress using markers and stickers. Dress designs are showcased on our doll runway, instilling confidence and pride. Includes open play, pretend dress-up and photos, self-affirmations, and a dance party!
Monday–Friday any time after 3:30 pm
Weekends and school breaks when available
Little Doll Studio
137 North Park Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
$25 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 2-person minimum, 24-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email fran@littledollstudio.com
Doll Hair Makeover
Explore your creativity as you become a hair artisan! Each participant receives a “doll client” with instructions to cut, color, and style their doll’s hair as part of a makeover. We’ll focus on creative problem-solving and empathy for clients’ needs and feelings. Includes open-play, pretend dress-up and photos, and self-affirmations.
Monday–Friday any time after 3:30 pm
Weekends and school breaks when available
Little Doll Studio
137 North Park Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
$25 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 2-person minimum, 24-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email fran@littledollstudio.com
Doll Toy Business Designer
Dream up the next big doll or doll playset! Come up with new ideas and the top three (after a troop vote) will be turned into visual images using the AI tool, Midjourney. Your troop will provide feedback and we’ll tweak the images until we decide on a final toy idea. Includes open play, pretend dress-up, and self-affirmations. You can earn the Toy Business Designer badge in this creative workshop as you learn about toy product development!
Monday–Friday any time after 3:30 pm Weekends and school breaks when available
Little Doll Studio
137 North Park Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
$25 per Girl Scout or Tag-Along for 90-minute program Tag-Alongs welcome 2-person minimum, 24-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email fran@littledollstudio.com
Marine Discover Cruise
Sail aboard our National Historic Landmark Christeen, an 1883 gaff-rigged Oyster Sloop, and sail through Oyster Bay and Cold Spring Harbor. Learn about some of the local history, ecology, and marine animals that call this area home. Great opportunity for bridging and moving-up ceremonies and end-of-year programs.
May–October: 9:00 am–5:00 pm every day
The WaterFront Center
1 West End Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$650 for 2-hour sail, $250 per each additional hour 4-person minimum, 23-person maximum, including parents
For more information or to schedule a program: Call 516-922-7245 ext.24 or Email Cameron@TheWaterfrontcenter.org
Important: Parents or guardians welcome, life jackets will be provided.
Planets and Moons
Lift off for a galactic voyage to discover the solar system! You’ll impersonate the planets, imitating their characteristics and movements, recreate a solar and lunar eclipse, and establish the true size and distance ratio between the Earth and its moon. Examine photos of the surfaces of planets and moons and try to identify the ones showing our planet Earth.
Flexible days and times
Long Island STEAM Group
Location determined by troop $20 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along for first 15 participants, $10 per additional participant Tag-Alongs welcome 15-person minimum, 25-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email info@listeamgroup.com
Say It Loud and Say It Proud
Have you ever wanted something but were too afraid to ask? Did someone ever take your turn without permission? When did you sit when you wanted to dance? Was there a time when you wanted to sing, but you only mouthed the words? In this class, we practice using our voice! We learn when it is okay to say “no!” We sing! We dance! And best of all…we Power Pose!
Weekends after 3:00 pm
Fit and Fearless LLC Studio 1617 Grand Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510
$15 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome 4-person minimum, 20-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email senseifab@myfitandfearless.com
Sea Shells and Sea Creatures
Learn about the variety of shells at the seashore and the creatures that live in them! Identify shells based on size, shape, color, and texture. You’ll also have fun exploring a touch tank filled with local marine animals. Satisfies some requirements for Daisy Responsible for What I Say and Do petal.
9:00 am–5:00 pm every day
The WaterFront Center
1 West End Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$180 minimum program fee for up to 15 registered Girl Scouts or Tag-Alongs, $12 per additional participant, leaders free Tag-Alongs welcome 4-person minimum
For more information or to schedule a program: Call 516-922-7245 ext.24 or email Cameron@TheWaterfrontcenter.org
Sign Language Fun Patch Workshop
Familiarize yourself with American Sign Language (ASL) and connect with the deaf community. Through fun activities and games, you will learn the ASL alphabet, basic phrases such as the Girl Scout Promise, and expand your vocabulary. You’ll gain an understanding of the importance of inclusivity, kindness, and communication access for all. Celebrate the power of connection through Sign Language! Includes Sign Language fun patch and all materials.
Weekday afternoons or weekends anytime
Sign With Jessie
Location determined by troop
$15 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 5-person minimum, 35-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email gssignlanguage@gmail.com
Important: Additional adults and non-participating Tag-Alongs are not permitted in the program.
Slime and Pottery Workshops
Explore your artistic and creative side making slime or painting plaster ceramics! In slime-making, you’ll create two tubs of personalized slime by choosing characteristics like scented, glittery, fluffy, or crunchy. In pottery painting, choose from a large selection of ready-to-paint plaster statues and plaques. After painting, your masterpiece will be glazed on-site, drying in just 20 minutes. You’ll leave with your unique creation the same day!
Flexible
Bees Arts and Crafts Studio
days and times
285 Hempstead Avenue, Malverne, NY 11565 and Roosevelt Field Mall, lower level, 630 Old Country Road, Garden City, NY 11530
$20 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome 10-person minimum, 60-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email beesartsandcraftsstudio@gmail.com
The Pop Star Experience
Become a pop star for the day! In a professional recording studio, you’ll get the chance to learn the music creation and recording process of a professional singer, musician, and music producer. Get behind-the-scenes experience and learn the basics of music engineering. Record a song, take a photo on the red carpet, and end with a dance party on our stage! Includes a 60-second recap video.
Mondays–Fridays
The Pop Star Party
40 Oak Drive, Syosset, NY 11791
$475 for up to 12 registered Girl Scouts or Tag-Alongs, $25 per additional participant Tag-Alongs welcome 5-person minimum, 20-person maximum For more information or to schedule a program: Email booking@thepopstarparty.com
Share your experiences with your Girl Scout sisters! Send pictures and a short description with your full name and troop number or Juliette status to GSNC at marketing@gsnc.org.
To register for any of our council programs, visit gsnc.org/programs.
Council-Led Programs
The following programs have been organized by GSNC staff and are offered on specific dates.
Girl Scout Gardeners Program
STEM Arcade Adventure
All programs include a fun patch that will be given out at the program.
Dive into the world of STEM while playing exciting arcade games! Learn about how reaction time affects gameplay, the concept of probability, and the engineering principles that make arcade games work. By blending play with learning, Girl Scouts develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, all while having a blast!
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 | 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
United Skates of America
1276 Hicksville Rd, Seaford, NY 11783
$25 per skater, $10 per non-skater
Tag-Alongs welcome
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Important: Includes pizza, soft drink, and skate rental.
Pop Dance Glow Party
Get dressed in your neon colors and join us for a super fun pop dance glow party! Grab some glow sticks and your neon hair extensions (both provided) and get ready to dance and play dance-themed games!
Friday, March 14, 2025 | 6:15 pm–7:15 pm
Brooklyn Cycle & Fitness of Massapequa 25 Brooklyn Avenue, Massapequa, NY 11758
$25 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Check out what’s going on at The Farm! From planting and weeding, to learning about farm etiquette and everything in between, join gardening assistants (high school-aged Girl Scouts) in a hands-on gardening lesson! Each day is different, so see what is planned for you on your day at the farm. All crops will be donated to a local food bank. Online orientation meeting dates are noted below, where information will be provided and questions can be answered. Event dates at the farm will be scheduled after orientation. Registration includes multiple sessions at the farm throughout the harvest season.
Online Orientation Meetings:
Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 7:00 pm–8:00 pm Monday, March 24, 2025 | 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
The Farm at Oyster Bay
510 Split Rock Road, Syosset, NY 11791
$35 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Bike Rodeo
Get ready for the rodeo! Bike rodeos are educational bicycle-safety events that promote cycling proficiency, helmet safety, and fun in your community! You’ll learn various bike safety skills through simulated real-life situations. Your bikes and helmets will be inspected and fitted, and then you’ll ride through a skills course to learn bike safety techniques. Family and friends are welcome to attend this event hosted by NYU Langone Health and all participants will get to decorate their own cowboy hat!
Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 10:30 am–12:30 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$15 per participant
Tag-Alongs welcome
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Important: This is not a drop-off event. Open-house format— drop by anytime. Bring your own bicycles and helmets.
Home Scientist Badge Workshop
Get your lab coat and goggles on and jump into some mad science! Mix up a variety of liquids like baking soda, vinegar, and cabbage juice and test their acidity levels using a pH indicator. Create a lava lamp filled with floating, colorful droplets using oil, water, and food coloring. Finally, we’ll concoct and produce a chemical reaction and watch as it bubbles and froths!
Monday, April 21, 2025 | 6:15 pm–7:15 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$28 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Important: The Home Scientist badge will be distributed at the conclusion of the workshop in lieu of a fun patch.
Rocket Science
Get ready to soar as you construct a functional model rocket! Become familiar with all of the components of a rocket and how they help make them fly so high. Take on the role of a NASA engineer as you try to solve a problem from an Apollo moon mission in a hands-on engineering design challenge. Finally, learn about the four forces affecting flight—lift, weight, thrust, and drag.
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | 5:30 pm-6:30 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$25 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Troop-Led Programs
The following programs offer flexible scheduling. Pick a day that works best for your troop!
Corresponding badges and patches are available for purchase at the GSNC shop.
All About Budgeting and Saving
Let’s make personal finance “fun-ance!” Learn how to save and spend wisely with basic budgeting and goal-setting activities. You’ll discover ways to save money and earn interest, the difference between needs and wants, the value of giving back to the community, and you’ll brainstorm ways for you and your troop to earn money to keep doing the fun things you love!
Daytime and evening availability
Welcome to RealLife
Location determined by troop
$15 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along
Tag-Alongs welcome 10-person minimum, 50-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email Jdoherty@welcome2reallife.com
Brooklyn Nets Night for Girl Scouts
Get in on the action as the Brooklyn Nets take on the Toronto Raptors at a special Brooklyn Nets Night for Girl Scouts game! The first 150 people to purchase a ticket will receive a complimentary Nets jersey and/or belt bag. Special patches will also be available to all Girl Scouts on game day!
Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 3:30 pm
Barclays Center
620 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Ticket prices vary
Tag-Alongs welcome
To purchase tickets: fevo-enterprise.com/event/GSNETS
For more information: Email Joseph DiMitri at jdimitri@bseglobal.net
Important: Pick-up of Nets items will be at GSNC Service Center on the following dates/times:
• Tuesday, April 1, 1:00 pm–6:00 pm or
• Saturday, April 5, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
* Choice of jersey size is limited to adult S or XL, available on a first-come, first-serve basis, and is not guaranteed.
Bugs!
Get engrossed in entomology, the scientific study of insects! Discover that insects are arthropods—animals with segmented bodies, jointed legs, and exoskeletons—and examine authentic insect specimens and their anatomy. A container of creepy crawlers will be divided into insects and non-insects and an ultraviolet powder demonstration will light up the truth about how insects spread pollen. Also learn how insects adapt by building insect puzzles at habitat stations.
Flexible dates and times
Long Island STEAM Group
Location determined by troop $20 per registered Girl Scout for first 15 participants, $10 per additional participant Tag-Alongs welcome 15-person minimum, 25-person maximum For more information or to schedule a program: Email info@listeamgroup.com
Build Confidence with Supreme Martial Arts
Have a blast in this high-energy martial arts experience designed to build self-confidence while learning valuable self-defense skills. Sensei Andrew’s engaging approach will hold participants’ attention, keeping them entertained and eager to learn more. Every Girl Scout will get to break a board and leave feeling more confident than ever!
Flexible days and times
Supreme Martial Arts
Location determined by troop $150 for up to 15 registered Girl Scouts, $10 per additional Girl Scout Tag-Alongs welcome 5-person minimum, 20-person maximum For more information or to schedule a program: call Sensei Andrew at 516-532-2361 or visit SupremeMartialArts.com/girl-scouts
Fantastic Fliers
Lift off and learn the basics of flight and aerodynamics! Experiment with different wind-makers to explore the four forces that affect flight: lift, thrust, gravity, and drag. Create and test various plane designs to see these forces in action. Fly the dart plane and launch a stunt flier plane straight up to make it loop back! Get a rotor kite to twist, a paper dirigible to twirl, and a fast-flying, spinning cylinder to launch at a tough target.
Flexible days and times
Long Island STEAM Group
Location determined by troop
$20 per registered Girl Scout for first 15 participants, $10 per additional participant Tag-Alongs welcome 15-person minimum, 25-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email info@listeamgroup.com
Financial Empowerment
Empower yourself with financial literacy skills essential to your future success and everyday life. Learn how to create a budget, track spending, and set goals for your future. Explore exciting career paths while building skills to manage your money confidently.
Flexible days and times
Commerce Plaza
152 Center Lane, Levittown, NY 11756
$25 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 12-person minimum, 40-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email commerceplaza@yesccc.org
Kitchen Chemistry
Did you know that many chemical reactions happen when you’re preparing, eating, and digesting your food? We’ll cook up a balloon-inflating demonstration that helps illustrate what makes dough rise. You’ll sort common kitchen activities into chemical and physical reactions and learn about the nutrients that fuel our bodies. You’ll also test food samples in search of starch and protein, making you a true kitchen chemist!
Flexible days and times
Long Island STEAM Group
Location determined by troop
$20 per registered Girl Scout for first 15 participants, $10 per additional participant Tag-Alongs welcome 15-person minimum, 25-person maximum For more information or to schedule a program: Email info@listeamgroup.com
Make Your Own Scrubz Party
Learn, create, and luxuriate at a troop skincare party! Each Girl Scout will receive a pampering, spa-like ScrubzBody Sugar Scrub hand massage while they learn about the benefits of simple, natural skincare. They’ll also design and decorate jars and bags with non-toxic paint pens, and create a sugar scrub with a special signature scent. Light snacks and refreshments will be served.
$26 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome 4-person minimum, 22-person maximum For more information or to schedule a program: Email greatskin@scrubzbody.com
Marine Discover Cruise
Sail aboard our National Historic Landmark Christeen, an 1883 gaff-rigged Oyster Sloop, and sail through Oyster Bay and Cold Spring Harbor. Learn about some of the local history, ecology, and marine animals that call this area home. Great opportunity for bridging and moving-up ceremonies and end-of-year programs.
May–October: 9:00 am–5:00 pm every day
The WaterFront Center
1 West End Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$650 for 2-hour sail, $250 per each additional hour 4-person minimum, 23-person maximum, including parents For more information or to schedule a program: Call 516-922-7245 ext.24 or Email Cameron@TheWaterfrontcenter.org
Important: Parents or guardians welcome, life jackets will be provided.
Outdoor Exploration
Plant the seed for a lifetime of learning at Crossroads Farm! Take a hike and explore the outdoors while learning how to protect wildlife and the environment. Learn where your food comes from and practice being a farmer with a seasonal activity like seeding, planting, and nurturing our garden beds. Customize your visit by working with farm staff to choose games, art projects, or camp skills like building a safe campfire.
Flexible days and times
Crossroads Farm
480 Hempstead Avenue, Malverne, NY 11565
$20 per registered Girl Scout for 90-minute program, $25 per registered Girl Scout for 2-hour program, 2 adults free, $5 per additional adult Additional material fees may apply
No Tag-Alongs
6-person minimum, 18-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email education@nassaulandtrust.org or call 516-967-5058
Important: Dress for the weather! Closed-toe shoes required. Bandanas for campfires required. Leaders may bring supplies for s’mores. Rain or shine (except for thunderstorms).
Senses Workshop
Explore the five senses—sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell— through fun and interactive activities. Gain insights into how the five senses work and how they shape your experiences of the world. You’ll also be introduced to the experiences of individuals who are deaf or have other sensory differences, emphasizing inclusivity and understanding. By learning basic sign language and insights into deaf culture, you’ll gain a better appreciation of the diversity of human experience. You’ll leave with a Sign Language fun patch and printables to take home.
Weekday afternoons or weekends anytime
Sign With Jessie
Location determined by troop
$15 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome
5-person minimum, 35-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email gssignlanguage@gmail.com
Sign Language Fun Patch Workshop
Familiarize yourself with American Sign Language (ASL) and connect with the deaf community. Through fun activities and games, you will learn the ASL alphabet, basic phrases such as the Girl Scout Promise, and expand your vocabulary. You’ll gain an understanding of the importance of inclusivity, kindness, and communication access for all. Celebrate the power of connection through sign language! Includes Sign Language fun patch and all materials.
Weekday afternoons or weekends anytime
Sign With Jessie
Location determined by troop
$15 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 5-person minimum, 35-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email gssignlanguage@gmail.com
Slime and Pottery Workshops
Explore your artistic and creative side making slime or painting plaster ceramics! In slime-making, you’ll create two tubs of personalized slime by choosing characteristics like scented, glittery, fluffy, or crunchy. In pottery painting, choose from a large selection of ready-to-paint plaster statues and plaques. After painting, your masterpiece will be glazed on-site, drying in just 20 minutes. You’ll leave with your unique creation the same day!
Flexible days and times
Bees Arts and Crafts Studio
285 Hempstead Avenue, Malverne, NY 11565 and Roosevelt Field Mall, lower level,
630 Old Country Road, Garden City, NY 11530
$20 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome
10-person minimum, 60-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email beesartsandcraftsstudio@gmail.com
Swiftie Celebration
Celebrate an achievement at our Swiftie-themed event inspired by fellow Girl Scout, Taylor Swift! Sing Taylor’s songs, play bingo for the chance to win Swiftie-inspired prizes, and dress up just like Taylor for photo opps in front of our Swiftie background. Includes open play, self-affirmations, and a dance party!
Monday–Friday any time after 3:30 pm
Weekends and school breaks when available
Little Doll Studio
137 North Park Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
$25 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 2-person minimum, 24-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email fran@littledollstudio.com
The Best “Course” of Action!
There is no problem you cannot solve and no obstacle you cannot overcome! Perform body weight exercises to gain strength, solve puzzles to sharpen your mind, and work together to complete a timed obstacle course. Learn how to train together as an unstoppable team! No equipment required and modifications provided for all fitness levels.
Weekends after 3:00 pm
Fit and Fearless LLC Studio 1617 Grand Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510
$15 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome 4-person minimum, 20-person maximum For more information or to schedule a program: Email senseifab@myfitandfearless.com
The Pop Star Experience
Become a pop star for the day! In a professional recording studio, you’ll get the chance to learn the music creation and recording process of a professional singer, musician, and music producer. Get behind-the-scenes experience and learn the basics of music engineering. Record a song, take a photo on the red carpet, and end with a dance party on our stage! Includes a 60-second recap video.
Mondays–Fridays
The Pop Star Party
40 Oak Drive, Syosset, NY 11791
$475 for up to 12 registered Girl Scouts, $25 per additional Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 5-person minimum, 20-person maximum For more information or to schedule a program: Email booking@thepopstarparty.com
Water Everywhere
Dive into learning about the water cycle, conservation, the effects of pollution, and weather! Observe the process of condensation first-hand, detect the differences between salt water and fresh water, and learn about the adverse effects pollution has on our aquatic environment. Model integrity and responsibility as you participate in a beach clean-up.
9:00 am–5:00 pm every day
The Waterfront Center
1 West End Avenue
Oyster Bay, New York 11771
$180 minimum program fee for up to 15 registered Girl Scouts or Tag-Alongs, $12 per additional participant, leaders free To schedule a program: Call 516-922-7245 x24 or email Cameron@TheWaterfrontcenter.org
Girl Scout Juniors
Share your experiences with your Girl Scout sisters! Send pictures and a short description with your full name and troop number or Juliette status to GSNC at marketing@gsnc.org.
Make
your community a better place!
It all starts here. Juniors, team up with fellow Girl Scouts to explore your community, discover a need or issue you care about, and work together to address it. It’s a chance to create a plan and make an impact on the community. As you and your Girl Scout troop or team plan and complete your Bronze Award Take Action Project, you will develop more confidence, meet new people, and have the kind of fun that happens when you work with other Girl Scouts to make a difference in the world.
Leaders and adult volunteers, please join the Bronze Award Training Workshop on Thursday, February 27, 2025! Details in the Volunteer section on page 37.
You have the power to improve your community through action!
To register for any of our council programs, visit gsnc.org/programs.
Council-Led Programs
The following programs have been organized by GSNC staff and are offered on specific dates.
Pop Dance Glow Party
Get dressed in your neon colors and join us for a super fun pop dance glow party! Grab some glow sticks and your neon hair extensions (both provided) and get ready to dance and play dance-themed games!
Friday, March 14, 2025 | 7:30 pm–8:30 pm
STEM Arcade Adventure
All programs include a fun patch that will be given out at the program.
Dive into the world of STEM while playing exciting arcade games! Learn about how reaction time affects gameplay, the concept of probability, and the engineering principles that make arcade games work. By blending play with learning, Girl Scouts develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, all while having a blast!
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 | 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
United Skates of America
1276 Hicksville Road, Seaford, NY 11783
$25 per skater, $10 per non-skater
Tag-Alongs welcome
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Important: Includes pizza, soft drink, and skate rental.
Yoyo Mania
Loop, spin, and whirl your way toward yo-yo mastery! Led by yo-yo expert Brian Melford, a former state and local champion, newcomers will master yo-yo basics, while more seasoned players will learn gravity-defying tricks like ‘Around the World,’ ‘Rock the Cradle,’ and the ever-exciting DNA! Ignite your imagination and skill in this thrilling, gravity-bending adventure! All participants will leave with a yo-yo keepsake.
Saturday, March 8, 2025 | 10:00 am-11:00 am
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$25 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Brooklyn Cycle & Fitness of Massapequa
25 Brooklyn Avenue, Massapequa, NY 11758
$25 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Girl Scout Gardeners Program
Check out what’s going on at The Farm! From planting and weeding, to learning about farm etiquette and everything in between, join gardening assistants (high school-aged Girl Scouts) in a hands-on gardening lesson! Each day is different, so see what is planned for you on your day at the farm. All crops will be donated to a local food bank. Online orientation meeting dates are noted below, where information will be provided and questions can be answered. Event dates at the farm will be scheduled after orientation. Registration includes multiple sessions at the farm throughout the harvest season.
Online Orientation Meetings:
Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 7:00 pm–8:00 pm Monday, March 24, 2025 | 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
The Farm at Oyster Bay
510 Split Rock Road, Syosset, NY 11791
$35 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Bike Rodeo
Get ready for the rodeo! Bike rodeos are educational bicycle-safety events that promote cycling proficiency, helmet safety, and fun in your community! You’ll learn various bike safety skills through simulated real-life situations. Your bikes and helmets will be inspected and fitted, and then you’ll ride through a skills course to learn bike safety techniques. Family and friends are welcome to attend this event hosted by NYU Langone Health and all participants will get to decorate their own cowboy hat!
Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 10:30 am–12:30 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$15 per participant
Tag-Alongs welcome
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Important: This is not a drop-off event. Open-house format— drop by anytime. Bring your own bicycles and helmets.
Hands-on First Aid: Master the Essentials
Get ready for an immersive learning experience at Hofstra University’s state-of-the-art simulation lab! This hands-on program will equip you with essential first-aid skills that can make a difference in emergency situations. You’ll learn how to effectively use a first-aid kit, respond to choking incidents, and handle a variety of other health emergencies with confidence and skill. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to gain valuable skills that could help you save lives!
Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 10:00 am–11:00 am
Hofstra University
1000 Hempstead Turnpike, Hempstead, NY 11549
$25 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Troop-Led Programs
The following programs offer flexible scheduling. Pick a day that works best for your troop!
Corresponding badges and patches are available for purchase at the GSNC shop.
All About Money and Budgeting
Learn how to handle money wisely by budgeting and setting goals. Figure out ways to make your money grow through investing and saving, and see how financial experts can help you. Understand the difference between needs and wants while creating a budget that shows how you can spend, save, and donate your earnings.
Daytime and evening availability
Welcome to RealLife
Location determined by troop $15 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 10-person minimum, 50-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email Jdoherty@welcome2reallife.com
American Barre Technique (ABT)
Plié your way to a healthy lifestyle! Learn basic ballet moves with a certified ABT instructor. Use the moves to enjoy a choreographed playlist, then create a dance routine to the song of your troop’s choice!
Weekends after 3:00 pm
Fit and Fearless LLC Studio 1617 Grand Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510
$15 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome 4-person minimum, 20-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email senseifab@myfitandfearless.com
Brooklyn Nets Night for Girl Scouts
Get in on the action as the Brooklyn Nets take on the Toronto Raptors at a special Brooklyn Nets Night for Girl Scouts game! The first 150 people to purchase a ticket will receive a complimentary Nets jersey and/or belt bag. Special patches will also be available to all Girl Scouts on game day!
Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 3:30 pm
Barclays Center
620 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Ticket prices vary Tag-Alongs welcome
To purchase tickets: fevo-enterprise.com/event/GSNETS
For more information: Email Joseph DiMitri at jdimitri@bseglobal.net
Important: Pick-up of Nets items will be at GSNC Service Center on the following dates/times:
• Tuesday, April 1, 1:00 pm–6:00 pm or
• Saturday, April 5, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
* Choice of jersey size is limited to adult S or XL, available on a first-come, first-serve basis, and is not guaranteed.
Build Confidence with Supreme Martial Arts
Have a blast in this high-energy martial arts experience designed to build self-confidence while learning valuable self-defense skills. Sensei Andrew’s engaging approach will hold participants’ attention, keeping them entertained and eager to learn more. Every Girl Scout will get to break a board and leave feeling more confident than ever!
Flexible days and times
Supreme Martial Arts
Location determined by troop
$150 for up to 15 registered Girl Scouts, $10 per additional Girl Scout Tag-Alongs welcome
5-person minimum, 20-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: call Sensei Andrew at 516-532-2361 or visit SupremeMartialArts.com/girl-scouts
Career Exploration
Explore a variety of exciting careers in your community, from medicine and finance to science and other professional fields. Discover the day-to-day responsibilities of different jobs, figure out what interests you for the future, and learn how to set and achieve your career goals. Get a chance to see what it would be like to work in these fields by role-playing in 12 simulated businesses with different jobs.
Flexible days and times
Commerce Plaza
152 Center Lane, Levittown, NY 11756
$25 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 12-person minimum, 40-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email commerceplaza@yesccc.org
Crochet 101
Get introduced to all of the crochet basics! Tackle how to start a project, make a slip knot, a chain stitch, and a single crochet so you’ll have the confidence to start creating your own crocheted masterpieces.
Flexible days and times
Hive Market and Gallery
100 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$25 per registered Girl Scout, $30 per adult
No Tag-Alongs
2-person minimum, 12-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email hive@hivemarketob.com
Detective Science
Use science to crack a case! The crime happens just before the Bustertown bake-off. Mr. Baker’s big, fat, chewy, chocolate chip cookie is sabotaged and his recipe is stolen. The case kicks off with a crime scene investigation. Participants examine fingerprints, mystery powders, ink samples, and DNA evidence. They also practice their memory skills to create a composite, a drawing or image made by combining all the details from witnesses’ descriptions into one image. Analyzing all the evidence will help pinpoint the perpetrator. Take home a personal profile kit to record your own fingerprints and other important information!
Flexible days and times
Long Island STEAM Group
Location determined by troop
$20 per registered Girl Scout for first 15 participants, $10 per each additional participant Tag-Alongs welcome 15-person minimum, 25-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email info@listeamgroup.com
Financial Empowerment
Empower yourself with financial literacy skills essential to your future success and everyday life. Learn how to create a budget, track spending, and set goals for your future. Explore exciting career paths while building skills to manage your money confidently.
Flexible days and times
Commerce Plaza
152 Center Lane, Levittown, NY 11756
$25 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along
Tag-Alongs welcome 12-person minimum, 40-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email commerceplaza@yesccc.org
Make Your Own Scrubz Party
Learn, create, and luxuriate at a troop skincare party! Each Girl Scout will receive a pampering, spa-like ScrubzBody Sugar Scrub hand massage while they learn about the benefits of simple, natural skincare. They’ll also design and decorate jars and bags with non-toxic paint pens, and create a sugar scrub with a special signature scent. Light snacks and refreshments will be served.
$26 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome 4-person minimum, 22-person maximum For more information or to schedule a program: Email greatskin@scrubzbody.com
Marine Discover Cruise
Sail aboard our National Historic Landmark Christeen, an 1883 gaff-rigged Oyster Sloop, and sail through Oyster Bay and Cold Spring Harbor. Learn about some of the local history, ecology, and marine animals that call this area home. Great opportunity for bridging and moving-up ceremonies and end-of-year programs.
May–October: 9:00 am–5:00 pm every day
The WaterFront Center
1 West End Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$650 for 2-hour sail, $250 per each additional hour 4-person minimum, 23-person maximum, including parents For more information or to schedule a program: Call 516-922-7245 ext.24 or Email Cameron@TheWaterfrontcenter.org
Important: Parents or guardians welcome, life jackets will be provided.
Outdoor Adventurer
Create your personalized outdoor adventure at Crossroads Farm. Do you like art? Talk with our resident artist before going on a tour of the farm to find your own nature inspiration and create your masterpiece. Thinking about learning new camp skills? Build a safe campfire and cook over the fire. Sing camp songs and enjoy the nighttime sky. Do you prefer flower gardening or growing your own food? Enjoy hands-on farming activities such as seeding, planting, weeding, and composting to help our farmers with their seasonal work.
Flexible days and times
Crossroads Farm
480 Hempstead Avenue, Malverne, NY 11565
$20 per registered Girl Scout for 90-minute program, $25 per registered Girl Scout for 2-hour program, 2 adults free, $5 per additional adult
Additional material fees may apply
No Tag-Alongs
6-person minimum, 18-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email education@nassaulandtrust.org or call 516-967-5058
Important: Dress for the weather! Closed-toe shoes required. Bandanas for campfires required. Leaders may bring supplies for s’mores. Rain or shine (except for thunderstorms).
Slime and Pottery Workshops
Explore your artistic and creative side making slime or painting plaster ceramics! In slime-making, you’ll create two tubs of personalized slime by choosing characteristics like scented, glittery, fluffy, or crunchy. In pottery painting, choose from a large selection of ready-to-paint plaster statues and plaques. After painting, your masterpiece will be glazed on-site, drying in just 20 minutes. You’ll leave with your unique creation the same day!
Flexible days and times
Bees Arts and Crafts Studio
285 Hempstead Avenue, Malverne, NY 11565 and Roosevelt Field Mall, lower level, 630 Old Country Road, Garden City, NY 11530
$20 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome 10-person minimum, 60-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email beesartsandcraftsstudio@gmail.com
Small Craft Sailing
All aboard! Learn to rig up and set sail on board a 19-23’ sailboat with an instructor. Develop safe-boating habits, learn safety procedures, handle the sails, steer the boat, and learn basic navigation.
June–October: 9:00 am-5:00 pm every day
The WaterFront Center
1 West End Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$400 minimum fee for up to 8 registered Girl Scouts or Tag-Alongs, $200 per sailboat for up to 4 registered Girl Scouts or Tag-Alongs, leaders free
For more information or to schedule a program: Call 516-922-7245 ext.24 or Email Cameron@TheWaterfrontcenter.org Important: Life jackets will be provided. Troop leaders, please note: This program is considered a high risk activity. Please be sure to check Safety Activity Checkpoints regarding swim classification requirements.
Soap Making
Using the method “melt and pour,” blend your own bars of honey and goat milk soap. Use teamwork to blend and create your own batches of soap. Each participant will design their own labels and take home two bars of soap.
Flexible days and times
Hive Market and Gallery
100 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$20 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along, $25 per adult Tag-Alongs welcome 2-person minimum, 16-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email hive@hivemarketob.com
Social Butterfly Workshop
Build strong social skills, make new friends, and improve your communication while also learning basic American Sign Language and gaining an understanding of deaf culture. Through fun activities, games, and hands-on practice, you’ll build confidence in social settings while also learning how to communicate with and include people who are deaf or hard-of-hearing. Become confident “social butterflies” who appreciate and celebrate everyone’s differences. Leave with a deeper appreciation for kindness, empathy, and respect, embracing your uniqueness!
Weekday afternoons or weekends anytime
Sign With Jessie
Location determined by troop
$15 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 5-person minimum, 35-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email gssignlanguage@gmail.com
Taking Action to Stop Marine Pollution
Explore marine pollution and learn what microplastics are and why they are a problem. Mimic animals affected by microplastics through a feeding experiment. Discuss technological innovations and solutions for dealing with microplastic pollution.
9:00 am–5:00 pm every day
The WaterFront Center
1 West End Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$180 minimum program fee for up to 15 registered Girl Scouts or Tag-Alongs, $12 per additional participant, leaders free Tag-Alongs welcome 4-person minimum
For more information or to schedule a program: Call 516-922-7245 ext.24 or Email Cameron@TheWaterfrontcenter.org Important: Additional adults and non-participating Tag-Alongs are not permitted in the program.
The Pop Star Experience
Become a pop star for the day! In a professional recording studio, you’ll get the chance to learn the music creation and recording process of a professional singer, musician, and music producer. Get behind-the-scenes experience and learn the basics of music engineering. Record a song, take a photo on the red carpet, and end with a dance party on our stage! Includes a 60-second recap video.
Mondays–Fridays
The Pop Star Party
40 Oak Drive, Syosset, NY 11791
$475 for up to 12 registered Girl Scouts, $25 per additional Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 5-person minimum, 20-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email booking@thepopstarparty.com
Girl Scout Cadettes
Make your community a better place!
It all starts here. Juniors, team up with fellow Girl Scouts to explore your community, discover a need or issue you care about, and work together to address it. It’s a chance to create a plan and make an impact on the community. As you and your Girl Scout troop or team plan and complete your Bronze Award Take Action Project, you will develop more confidence, meet new people, and have the kind of fun that happens when you work with other Girl Scouts to make a difference in the world.
Share your experiences with your Girl Scout sisters! Send pictures and a short description with your full name and troop number or Juliette status to GSNC at marketing@gsnc.org
Leaders and adult volunteers, please join the Bronze Award Training Workshop on Thursday, February 27, 2025! Details in the Volunteer section on page 37.
You have the power to improve your community through action!
Ready to help your community and earn one of the highest awards in Girl Scouting? Cadettes can team up with a small group of fellow Girl Scouts or work on their own. When Girl Scout Cadettes focus on an issue they care about, learn the facts, and take action to make a difference, they gain the confidence and skills that will catapult them to lifelong success. It all adds up to the Girl Scout Silver Award—the highest honor a Cadette can achieve. Becoming a Silver Award Girl Scout gives you the chance to show that you are a leader who is organized, determined, and dedicated to improving your community.
Cadettes, leaders, and adult volunteers, please join the Silver Award Training Workshop on Tuesday, April 1, 2025! Details on the next page.
To register for any of our council programs, visit gsnc.org/programs.
Council-Led Programs
The following programs have been organized by GSNC staff and are offered on specific dates.
Silver Award Training Workshop
Girl Scout Cadettes, do you want to become a Silver Award Girl Scout? Join us at our Silver Award training to learn the award requirements and discover your inner leader. Leaders and adults are also welcome to join this training, so they are prepared to help you on your journey to earning the Silver Award.
Yoyo Mania
GSNC Service Center
$25 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
All programs include a fun patch that will be given out at the program.
Loop, spin, and whirl your way toward yo-yo mastery! Led by yo-yo expert Brian Melford, a former state and local champion, newcomers will master yo-yo basics, while more seasoned players will learn gravity-defying tricks like ‘Around the World,’ ‘Rock the Cradle,’ and the ever-exciting DNA! Ignite your imagination and skill in this thrilling, gravity-bending adventure! All participants will leave with a yo-yo keepsake.
Saturday, March 8, 2025 | 10:00 am-11:00 am
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Girl Scout Gardeners Program
Check out what’s going on at The Farm! From planting and weeding, to learning about farm etiquette and everything in between, join gardening assistants (high school-aged Girl Scouts) in a hands-on gardening lesson! Each day is different, so see what is planned for you on your day at the farm. All crops will be donated to a local food bank. Online orientation meeting dates are noted below, where information will be provided and questions can be answered. Event dates at the farm will be scheduled after orientation. Registration includes multiple sessions at the farm throughout the harvest season.
Online Orientation Meetings:
Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
Monday, March 24, 2025 | 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
The Farm at Oyster Bay
510 Split Rock Road, Syosset, NY 11791
$35 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$15 per registered Girl Scout with one free accompanying adult, $7 per individual adult
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Hands-on First Aid: Master the Essentials
Get ready for an immersive learning experience at Hofstra University’s state-of-the-art simulation lab! This hands-on program will equip you with essential first-aid skills that can make a difference in emergency situations. You’ll learn how to effectively use a first-aid kit, respond to choking incidents, and handle a variety of other health emergencies with confidence and skill. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to gain valuable skills that could help you save lives!
Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 10:00 am–11:00 am
Hofstra University
1000 Hempstead Turnpike, Hempstead, NY 11549
$25 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Troop-Led Programs
The following programs offer flexible scheduling. Pick a day that works best for your troop!
Corresponding badges and patches are available for purchase at the GSNC shop.
All About Money and Budgeting
Learn how to shop smarter and develop better spending habits. Discover different ways to make your money grow by investing and saving. See how money affects your decisions and values. Set goals, develop budgets, and create a saving plan to help make your dreams come true!
Daytime and evening availability
Welcome to RealLife
Location determined by troop
$15 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome
10-person minimum, 50-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email Jdoherty@welcome2reallife.com
Brooklyn Nets Night for Girl Scouts
Get in on the action as the Brooklyn Nets take on the Toronto Raptors at a special Brooklyn Nets Night for Girl Scouts game! The first 150 people to purchase a ticket will receive a complimentary Nets jersey and/or belt bag. Special patches will also be available to all Girl Scouts on game day!
Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 3:30 pm
Barclays Center
620 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Ticket prices vary
Tag-Alongs welcome
To purchase tickets: fevo-enterprise.com/event/GSNETS
For more information: Email Joseph DiMitri at jdimitri@bseglobal.net
Important: Pick-up of Nets items will be at GSNC Service Center on the following dates/times:
• Tuesday, April 1, 1:00 pm–6:00 pm or
• Saturday, April 5, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
* Choice of jersey size is limited to adult S or XL, available on a first-come, first-serve basis, and is not guaranteed.
Career Exploration
Explore a variety of exciting careers in your community, from medicine and finance to science and other professional fields. Discover the day-to-day responsibilities of different jobs, figure out what interests you for the future, and learn how to set and achieve your career goals. Get a chance to see what it would be like to work in these fields by role-playing in 12 simulated businesses with different jobs.
Flexible days and times
Commerce Plaza
152 Center Lane, Levittown, NY 11756
$25 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 12-person minimum, 40-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email commerceplaza@yesccc.org
Certification Training Courses in CPR/AED or Babysitting Training
Earn your certification in CPR/AED or babysitting! In the 3-hour CPR/AED course, you’ll become prepared to perform life-saving measures by learning CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), using an AED (automated external defibrillator), and applying basic first aid skills in situations when every second counts! In the 6-hour babysitting training course, you can become a confident, certified babysitter by gaining the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly care for children and infants. You’ll develop leadership skills to help children behave well under your care and learn how to keep them safe with practical guidelines and basic first aid skills. Upon completion of either course, you’ll receive an American Red Cross certification card and skills handouts for future reference.
Flexible dates and time
CPR Training Authority
Location determined by troop
CPR/AED course and certification fee: $90 per individual Babysitting course and certification fee: $160 per individual Both courses: $240 per individual No Tag-Alongs 4-person minimum, 15-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email cprtrainingauthority@gmail.com
DRUMBA®! Get Your Stix On!
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to try DRUMBA®, a fast-paced, intense cardio workout using weighted drumstix! Catch the beat with easy-to-follow dance moves led by a certified instructor. You can even incorporate your own playlist!
Weekends after 3:00 pm
Fit and Fearless LLC Studio 1617 Grand Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510
$15 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome 4-person minimum, 20-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email senseifab@myfitandfearless.com
Financial Empowerment
Empower yourself with financial literacy skills essential to your future success and everyday life. Learn how to create a budget, track spending, and set goals for your future. Explore exciting career paths while building skills to manage your money confidently.
Flexible days and times
Commerce Plaza
152 Center Lane, Levittown, NY 11756
$25 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome
12-person minimum, 40-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email commerceplaza@yesccc.org
Girl Scout Way Workshop
Connect with time-honored Girl Scout traditions while learning about deaf culture and American Sign Language (ASL). Learn how to sign the Girl Scout Promise, expand your ASL vocabulary, and get an introduction to deaf culture. Learn the ASL alphabet to communicate more effectively with the deaf community. This badge promotes inclusion, kindness, and a deeper connection to the Girl Scout values, empowering you to embrace new skills and celebrate the power of communication. You’ll also have the opportunity to come up with future service project ideas, making a positive impact in your community. Sign Language fun patch is included.
Flexible days and times
Sign With Jessie
Location determined by troop
$15 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome
5-person minimum, 35-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email gssignlanguage@gmail.com
Make Your Own Scrubz Party
Learn, create, and luxuriate at a troop skincare party! Each Girl Scout will receive a pampering, spa-like ScrubzBody Sugar Scrub hand massage while they learn about the benefits of simple, natural skincare. They’ll also design and decorate jars and bags with non-toxic paint pens, and create a sugar scrub with a special signature scent. Light snacks and refreshments will be served.
$26 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome
4-person minimum, 22-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email greatskin@scrubzbody.com
Make Your Own ’Zine
Design and create your own self-published mini-magazine using drawings, stories, and cut-out images in this fun and creative workshop. Express your ideas, explore new art techniques, and take home a unique ’zine you created yourself!
Flexible days and times
Hive Market and Gallery
100 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$25 per registered Girl Scout, $30 per adult
No Tag-Alongs
2-person minimum, 16-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email hive@hivemarketob.com
Marine Discover Cruise
Sail aboard our National Historic Landmark Christeen, an 1883 gaff-rigged Oyster Sloop, and sail through Oyster Bay and Cold Spring Harbor. Learn about some of the local history, ecology, and marine animals that call this area home. Great opportunity for bridging and moving-up ceremonies and end-of-year programs.
May–October: 9:00 am–5:00 pm every day
The WaterFront Center
1 West End Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$650 for 2-hour sail, $250 per each additional hour 4-person minimum, 23-person maximum, including parents
For more information or to schedule a program: Call 516-922-7245 ext.24 or Email Cameron@TheWaterfrontcenter.org Important: Parents or guardians welcome, life jackets will be provided.
Meditative Nature Exploration
Immerse yourself in nature in a mindful way. Begin with an initial meditation followed by sensory-based nature invitations while walking the grounds and nature trail on the Jericho Preserve. Themes change but some highlights include making “nature’s music,” finding and collecting nature’s scents and textures, and incorporating reflection, sharing, and collaborating in a community circle. Wrap up with a nature tea ceremony.
Weekday and weekend afternoons
Sangha Education Center at Historic Malcolm House 5 Old Jericho Turnpike, Jericho, NY 11753
$18 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome 10-person minimum, 30-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email info@sanghacenter.org
Mini Terrarium Workshop
Create a self-contained ecosystem, a system of living things, by making your own miniature terrarium! During this plant-tastic workshop, you will layer soil, moss, charcoal, rocks, and plants to create a miniature terrarium that you can bring home to care for and enjoy! All supplies included.
Flexible days and times
Hive Market and Gallery
100 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$25 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along, $30 per adult
Tag-Alongs welcome
2-person minimum, 12-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email hive@hivemarketob.com
Outdoor Enthusiast
Explore the outdoors your way at Crossroads Farm! Curious about pollinators? Enjoy hands-on farming activities such as seeding, planting, and composting while learning about the important role of pollinators and how you can help protect them. Are you a night owl? Take a tour under the moonlight, enjoy a campfire, and experience all five senses at night. Do you like art? Talk with our resident artist and use the farm as inspiration for your nature-themed masterpiece.
Flexible dates and times
Crossroads Farm
480 Hempstead Avenue, Malverne, NY 11565
$20 per registered Girl Scout for 90-minute program, $25 per registered Girl Scout for 2-hour program, 2 adults free, $5 per additional adult Additional material fees may apply No Tag-Alongs
6-person minimum, 18-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email education@nassaulandtrust.org or call 516-967-5058
Important: Dress for the weather! Closed-toe shoes required. Bandanas for campfires required. Leaders may bring supplies for s’mores. Rain or shine (except for thunderstorms).
Paddle, Pole, and Roll
Learn how to use stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) or kayaks in Oyster Bay! Use single or double kayaks and SUPs to learn about the parts of watercraft, proper care, paddling strokes, and safety techniques.
9:00 am-5:00 pm every day
The WaterFront Center
1 West End Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$175 minimum program fee for up to 5 registered Girl Scouts or Tag-Alongs
$45 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along, 1 leader free Tag-Alongs welcome 4-person minimum
For more information or to schedule a program: Call 516-922-7245 ext.24 or Email Cameron@TheWaterfrontcenter.org
Important: Life jackets will be provided. Troop leaders, please note: This program is considered a high risk activity. Please be sure to check Safety Activity Checkpoints regarding swim classification requirements.
Slime and Pottery Workshops
Explore your artistic and creative side making slime or painting plaster ceramics! In slime-making, you’ll create two tubs of personalized slime by choosing characteristics like scented, glittery, fluffy, or crunchy. In pottery painting, choose from a large selection of ready-to-paint plaster statues and plaques. After painting, your masterpiece will be glazed on-site, drying in just 20 minutes. You’ll leave with your unique creation the same day!
Flexible days and times
Bees Arts and Crafts Studio
285 Hempstead Avenue, Malverne, NY 11565 and Roosevelt Field Mall, lower level, 630 Old Country Road, Garden City, NY 11530
$20 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult
Tag-Alongs welcome 10-person minimum, 60-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email beesartsandcraftsstudio@gmail.com
Summer at the Sangha
Learn what diversity in nature has to teach through exploration and discovery centered around plants, animals, land, and water in our Long Island “learnscape,” connecting us as kin. Join our regular general public outdoor education program or schedule an alternative day where young people are introduced to hands-on nature and wellness topics with connections to history, science, and the arts. These include team-building activities, games, and experiments organized by Sangha staff and community partners.
Available for four weeks beginning in July: Public programs: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays Private programs: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Sangha Education Center at Historic Malcolm House 5 Old Jericho Turnpike, Jericho, NY 11753
2 or 4-hour session group rates for registered Girl Scouts, Tag-Alongs, or adults
Tag-Alongs welcome
5-person minimum for public programs, 15-person minimum for private programs
For more information, cost, or to schedule a program: Email info@sanghacenter.org
Taking Action to Stop Marine Pollution
Explore marine pollution and learn what microplastics are and why they are a problem. Mimic animals affected by microplastics through a feeding experiment. Discuss technological innovations and solutions for dealing with microplastic pollution.
9:00 am-5:00 pm every day
The WaterFront Center
1 West End Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$180 minimum program fee for up to 15 registered Girl Scouts or Tag-Alongs, $12 per additional participant, leaders free Tag-Alongs welcome 4-person minimum
For more information or to schedule a program: Call 516-922-7245 ext.24 or Email Cameron@TheWaterfrontcenter.org
Important: Additional adults and non-participating Tag-Alongs are not permitted in the program.
The Pop Star Experience
Become a pop star for the day! In a professional recording studio, you’ll get the chance to learn the music creation and recording process of a professional singer, musician, and music producer. Get behind-the-scenes experience and learn the basics of music engineering. Record a song, take a photo on the red carpet, and end with a dance party on our stage! Includes a 60-second recap video.
Mondays–Fridays
The Pop Star Party
40 Oak Drive, Syosset, NY 11791
$475 for up to 12 registered Girl Scouts, $25 per additional Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome 5-person minimum, 20-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email booking@thepopstarparty.com
Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors
Make your community a better place!
It all starts here. Juniors, team up with fellow Girl Scouts to explore your community, discover a need or issue you care about, and work together to address it. It’s a chance to create a plan and make an impact on the community. As you and your Girl Scout troop or team plan and complete your Bronze Award Take Action Project, you will develop more confidence, meet new people, and have the kind of fun that happens when you work with other Girl Scouts to make a difference in the world.
Leaders and adult volunteers, please join the Bronze Award Training Workshop on Thursday, February 27, 2025! Details in the Volunteer section on page 37.
You have the power to improve your community through action!
Ready to help your community and earn one of the highest awards in Girl Scouting?
Cadettes can team up with a small group of fellow Girl Scouts or work on their own. When Girl Scout Cadettes focus on an issue they care about, learn the facts, and take action to make a difference, they gain the confidence and skills that will catapult them to lifelong success. It all adds up to the Girl Scout Silver Award—the highest honor a Cadette can achieve. Becoming a Silver Award Girl Scout gives you the chance to show that you are a leader who is organized, determined, and dedicated to improving your community.
Cadettes, leaders, and adult volunteers, please join the Silver Award Training Workshop on Tuesday, April 1, 2025! Details on the next page.
Share your experiences with your Girl Scout sisters! Send pictures and a short description with your full name and troop number or Juliette status to GSNC at marketing@gsnc.org
Change the world, Girl Scout!
Gold Award Girl Scouts are rock stars, role models, and real-life heroes. How do they do it? By using everything they’ve learned as a Girl Scout to solve a problem in their community or make a lasting change in their world.
Seniors and Ambassadors who want to earn the Gold Award should build a team of trusted adults, peers, and leaders in their community to guide them through challenges and support their success. Plus? Nothing beats that feeling of seeing real, lasting, and sustainable change and knowing it was you who made it happen. It changes the way you see your place in the world—and how the world sees you.
As a bonus, the Gold Award opens doors to a variety of scholarships, preferred admission tracks for college, strong networking, amazing career opportunities, and much more.
Seniors, Ambassadors, leaders, and adult volunteers, please join the Gold Award Training Workshop on Thursday, March 27, 2025! Details on the next page.
To register for any of our council programs, visit gsnc.org/programs.
Council-Led Programs
The following programs have been organized by GSNC staff and are offered on specific dates.
Journey in a Day | GIRLtopia
All programs include a fun patch that will be given out at the program.
Bootcamp Basic Training
Get a first-hand look at what it takes to be in the United States Navy! Hear the inspiring stories of some of America’s bravest service members as they share their experiences and the values that drive them. Then, join in for an interactive team bootcamp session designed to simulate the physical and mental challenges faced in Navy training. Strengthen your teamwork, resilience, and fitness through high-energy exercises. All participants will receive a yoga mat to use during the bootcamp session and to take home as a memento of their experience.
Monday, March 10, 2025 | 5:30 pm–6:30 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$15 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
College Prep: Navigating Your Path to College and Financial Aid
For Girl Scouts who are college-bound, discover how your Girl Scout experience strengthens your college application and informs your college search. Led by a certified Professional Member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), we’ll explore what colleges look for in applicants, how to develop your qualifications, and how to identify schools that are a great fit while highlighting the strengths and talents you’ve gained through your years as a Girl Scout. Additionally, you’ll gain insight into the role of standardized testing in the admissions process and receive an overview of the financial aid system. By the end of the event, you’ll feel more confident starting your college search and will have completed Steps 1–3 of the College Knowledge badge, plus all the steps of the Financing My Future badge.
Monday, March 17, 2025 | 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$25 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
For Girl Scout Seniors only | Girl Scout Seniors know the world is not perfect. This Journey is their chance to imagine an ideal world for girls! Seniors will use different forms of media to inspire them to form their own vision of their perfect world and take action to make their vision a reality. This event will cover the workshop sessions of the Journey, but Seniors will still need to complete their Take Action project to earn the GIRLtopia Journey award.
Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 10:00 am–2:00 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$30 per registered Girl Scout No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Gold Award Training Workshop
Girl Scout Seniors, Ambassadors, leaders, and/or adults are invited to participate in our Gold Award Training. This training will discuss the requirements and approval process for Gold Award projects, important deadlines, and what to expect for your interview.
Thursday, March 27, 2025 | 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$15 per registered Girl Scout with one free accompanying adult, $7 per individual adult
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Journey in a Day | Bliss: Live it! Give It!
For Girl Scout Ambassadors only | Step into the fun and inspiring world of storytelling in this Girl Scout leadership journey. Ambassadors will hear stories about dreams and the dreamers behind them—athletes, artists, designers, and scientists. These stories will show you that your dreams can become part of your story, too. This event will cover the workshop sessions of the Journey, but Ambassadors will still need to complete their Take Action project to earn the Bliss Journey award.
Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 10:00 am–2:00 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$30 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Beautiful Me
Boost your confidence and self-esteem through engaging activities and discussions that help you recognize your unique strengths, build self-awareness, practice responsible decision-making, develop a positive body image, and more! The Beautiful Me program, created by the Hance Family Foundation in honor of Emma, Alyson, and Katie Hance, is designed to emphasize different aspects of selfawareness, self-reflection, and healthy relationships with others. Leave feeling recharged and ready to celebrate your true self!
Friday, April 4, 2025 | 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$25 per registered Girl Scout No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Girl Scout Under Gardeners Program
Earn your Service Bar at The Farm! Under Gardeners lead and assist younger troops with planting, weeding, bug picking, and harvesting. Participate in special projects, help plan events and activities, and of course, enjoy some ice pops! Amanda Roberts, the Garden Manager, will assist each gardening session. A minimum of 20 community service hours will be earned through the duration of this program. Registration includes multiple sessions at The Farm throughout the harvest season. Orientation dates are noted below, where information will be provided and questions can be answered.
Online Orientation Meetings:
Wednesday, April 2, 2025 | 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
Thursday, April 10, 2025 | 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
The Farm at Oyster Bay
510 Split Rock Road, Syosset, NY 11791
$35 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Microbiology and Medicine: A Day in the Life of a Northwell Health Lab Professional
Delve into the diverse and rewarding career paths within the largest automated laboratory in the United States, Northwell Health Core Laboratories, where cutting-edge technology and innovation drive advancements in science and healthcare. Hear from Northwell Health professionals who will share their experiences in diagnostic medicine and take you on a tour of the lab. You’ll participate in a series of mini labs, performing simulated microbiology tests. Lunch and giveaways will be included in this one-of-a-kind experience!
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 | 9:30 am–12:30 pm
Northwell Health Core Laboratories
450 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY 11042
$25 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Safe Sitter® Certification Workshop
Gain the practical skills and know-how to be a confident sitter when you’re home alone watching younger siblings or other children. Led by the Manager of Outreach Services from Cohen Children’s Medical Center, learn how to prevent unsafe situations and what to do when faced with dangers like power failures or weather emergencies. Learn basic first aid and a system to help you assess and respond to injuries and illnesses. You’ll leave with a Safe Sitter® Student Handbook and a certificate of completion.
Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 9:00 am–2:30 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$30 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
In It to Win It: College Scholarship Crash Course Seminar
Kickstart your journey to college with GSNC and experts from the Scholarship Collective and the Scholarship Junkie. You’ll learn how to search for a wide range of scholarships suiting diverse academic and personal profiles. You’ll gain confidence and insights into the art of creating compelling scholarship essays that stand out from the competition. You’ll also learn effective college application strategies and best practices for creating a powerful essay.
Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 11:00 am–12:00 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$25 per registered Girl Scout
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Troop-Led Programs
The following programs offer flexible scheduling. Pick a day that works best for your troop!
Corresponding badges and patches are available for purchase at the GSNC shop.
All About Financial Literacy
Learn how to spend smart and make your money grow with basic investing and saving strategies. Understand how income taxes and inflation affect your savings and investments. Whether you may be saving for college, a car, or any other purchase, becoming a savvy saver and investor can help you achieve your financial goals today and in the future.
Daytime and evening availability
Welcome to RealLife
Location determined by troop $15 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome
10-person minimum, 50-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email Jdoherty@welcome2reallife.com
Brooklyn Nets Night for Girl Scouts
Get in on the action as the Brooklyn Nets take on the Toronto Raptors at a special Brooklyn Nets Night for Girl Scouts game! The first 150 people to purchase a ticket will receive a complimentary Nets jersey and/or belt bag. Special patches will also be available to all Girl Scouts on game day!
Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 3:30 pm
Barclays Center
620 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Ticket prices vary
Tag-Alongs welcome
To purchase tickets: fevo-enterprise.com/event/GSNETS
For more information: Email Joseph DiMitri at jdimitri@bseglobal.net
Important: Pick-up of Nets items will be at GSNC Service Center on the following dates/times:
• Tuesday, April 1, 1:00 pm–6:00 pm or
• Saturday, April 5, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
* Choice of jersey size is limited to adult S or XL, available on a first-come, first-serve basis, and is not guaranteed.
Certification Training Courses in CPR/AED or Babysitting Training
Earn your certification in CPR/AED or babysitting! In the 3-hour CPR/AED course, you’ll become prepared to perform life-saving measures by learning CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), using an AED (automated external defibrillator), and applying basic first aid skills in situations when every second counts! In the 6-hour babysitting training course, you can become a confident, certified babysitter by gaining the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly care for children and infants. You’ll develop leadership skills to help children behave well under your care and learn how to keep them safe with practical guidelines and basic first aid skills. Upon completion of either course, you’ll receive an American Red Cross certification card and skills handouts for future reference.
Flexible dates and time
CPR Training Authority
Location determined by troop CPR/AED course and certification fee: $90 per individual
Babysitting course and certification fee: $160 per individual
Both courses: $240 per individual
No Tag-Alongs
4-person minimum, 15-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email cprtrainingauthority@gmail.com
Food Goddess
Learn about the benefits of eating locally and seasonally at Crossroads Farm! Explore our farm store and discover the importance of growing and eating organic food. Learn what a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) is and the benefits for the local community. Get your hands in the soil helping our farmers with a seasonal farm activity while learning about composting as a foundation for healthy, nutrient-dense food. Want to do more? Dig into your Sow What Journey while here and create a simple meal using food you harvest yourself.
Flexible dates and times
Crossroads Farm
480 Hempstead Avenue, Malverne, NY 11565
$25 per registered Girl Scout for 2-hour program, 2 adults free, $5 per additional adult
Additional material fees may apply
No Tag-Alongs
6-person minimum, 18-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email education@nassaulandtrust.org or call 516-967-5058
Important: Dress for the weather! Closed-toe shoes required. Rain or shine (except for thunderstorms).
Intro to Quilling
Join us for a creative journey into quilling, the art of shaping paper into custom designs. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the basics of quilling, including rolling, shaping, and creating unique patterns with colorful paper strips. Explore various techniques and have the chance to create your own intricate designs, from floral patterns to whimsical shapes. No prior experience is needed. All supplies included.
Flexible
days and times
Hive Market and Gallery
100 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$20 per registered Girl Scout or adult No Tag-Alongs
2-person minimum, 16-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email hive@hivemarketob.com
Make Your Own Scrubz Party
Learn, create, and luxuriate at a troop skincare party! Each Girl Scout will receive a pampering, spa-like ScrubzBody Sugar Scrub hand massage while they learn about the benefits of simple, natural skincare. They’ll also design and decorate jars and bags with non-toxic paint pens, and create a sugar scrub with a special signature scent. Light snacks and refreshments will be served.
$26 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome 4-person minimum, 22-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email greatskin@scrubzbody.com
Marine Discover Cruise
Sail aboard our National Historic Landmark Christeen, an 1883 gaff-rigged Oyster Sloop, and sail through Oyster Bay and Cold Spring Harbor. Learn about some of the local history, ecology, and marine animals that call this area home. Great opportunity for bridging and moving-up ceremonies and end-of-year programs.
May–October: 9:00 am–5:00 pm every day
The WaterFront Center
1 West End Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$650 for 2-hour sail, $250 per each additional hour 4-person minimum, 23-person maximum, including parents For more information or to schedule a program: Call 516-922-7245 ext.24 or Email Cameron@TheWaterfrontcenter.org
Important: Parents or guardians welcome, life jackets will be provided.
Meditative Nature Exploration
Immerse yourself in nature in a mindful way. Begin with an initial meditation followed by sensory-based nature invitations while walking the grounds and nature trail on the Jericho Preserve. Themes change but some highlights include making “nature’s music,” finding and collecting nature’s scents and textures, and incorporating reflection, sharing, and collaborating in a community circle. Wrap up with a nature tea ceremony.
Weekday and weekend afternoons
Sangha Education Center at Historic Malcolm House 5 Old Jericho Turnpike, Jericho, NY 11753
$18 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome 10-person minimum, 30-person maximum
For more information, cost, or to schedule a program: Email info@sanghacenter.org
Paddle, Pole, and Roll
Learn how to use stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) or kayaks in Oyster Bay! Use single or double kayaks and SUPs to learn about the parts of watercraft, proper care, paddling strokes, and safety techniques.
9:00 am-5:00 pm every day
The WaterFront Center
1 West End Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$175 minimum program fee for up to 5 registered Girl Scouts or Tag-Alongs
$45 per registered Girl Scout or Tag-Along, 1 leader free Tag-Alongs welcome 4-person minimum
For more information or to schedule a program: Call 516-922-7245 ext.24 or Email Cameron@TheWaterfrontcenter.org Important: Life jackets will be provided. Troop leaders, please note: This program is considered a high risk activity. Please be sure to check Safety Activity Checkpoints regarding swim classification requirements.
Ready-to-Use Self-Defense Class
Make the most of your built-in defenses from a certified instructor with years of experience working with children and young adults. Begin by learning how to shock an assailant, and then progress through strategic defense movements against punches, wrist grabs, grabs from behind, chokes, and hair pulls. Leave with “everyday use” skills for escaping without harm.
Weekends after 3:00 pm
Fit and Fearless LLC Studio 1617 Grand Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510
$18 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome 4-person minimum, 20-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email senseifab@myfitandfearless.com
Slime and Pottery Workshops
Explore your artistic and creative side making slime or painting plaster ceramics! In slime-making, you’ll create two tubs of personalized slime by choosing characteristics like scented, glittery, fluffy, or crunchy. In pottery painting, choose from a large selection of ready-to-paint plaster statues and plaques. After painting, your masterpiece will be glazed on-site, drying in just 20 minutes. You’ll leave with your unique creation the same day!
Flexible days and times
Bees Arts and Crafts Studio
285 Hempstead Avenue, Malverne, NY 11565 and Roosevelt Field Mall, lower level, 630 Old Country Road, Garden City, NY 11530
$20 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult
Tag-Alongs welcome 10-person minimum, 60-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email beesartsandcraftsstudio@gmail.com
Summer at the Sangha
Learn what diversity in nature has to teach through exploration and discovery centered around plants, animals, land, and water in our Long Island “learnscape,” connecting us as kin. Join our regular general public outdoor education program or schedule an alternative day where young people are introduced to hands-on nature and wellness topics with connections to history, science, and the arts. These include team-building activities, games, and experiments organized by Sangha staff and community partners.
Available for four weeks beginning in July: Public programs: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays Private programs: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Sangha Education Center at Historic Malcolm House 5 Old Jericho Turnpike, Jericho, NY 11753
2 or 4-hour session group rates for registered Girl Scouts, Tag-Alongs, or adults
Tag-Alongs welcome
5-person minimum for public programs, 15-person minimum for private programs
For more information, cost, or to schedule a program: Email info@sanghacenter.org
The Pop Star Experience
Become a pop star for the day! In a professional recording studio, you’ll get the chance to learn the music creation and recording process of a professional singer, musician, and music producer. Get behind-the-scenes experience and learn the basics of music engineering. Record a song, take a photo on the red carpet, and end with a dance party on our stage! Includes a 60-second recap video.
Mondays–Fridays
The Pop Star Party
40 Oak Drive, Syosset, NY 11791
$475 for up to 12 registered Girl Scouts, $25 per additional Girl Scout or Tag-Along Tag-Alongs welcome
5-person minimum, 20-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email booking@thepopstarparty.com
Gold Award
Driven to make a difference? Gold Award Girl Scouts are the dreamers and doers who make the world a better place. You can be that Gold Award Girl Scout, too.
Here are the steps to educate yourself so you are ready to take on this challenge.
• Start with looking over the Gold Award webpage at gsnc.org/gold. This is a great resource for all things Gold at GSNC!
• All girls seeking to earn their Gold Award MUST read Your Guide to Going Gold. It is your second step and mandatory! Visit bit.ly/guide-to-going-gold or scan the QR code.
• Once you have completed these steps, it’s time to set up your GoGold account by visiting bit.ly/GoGold-account or scanning the QR code. This online tool will help you develop your Gold Award idea; it is also how you submit your proposal to GSNC.
Important: The May 1 proposal submission deadline is for high school seniors only.
Registered Girl Scout Volunteers:
Access the Bronze, Silver, and Gold Award information you need on gsLearn. Log in today to get started: mygs.girlscouts.org. Select the “168 Highest Awards Info and Trainings” on the homepage after logging in!
Check out our Gold Award Girl Scout Class of 2024!
Scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/2024-Gold-Award-Class Gold Award Girl Scout Class of 2024
Monday, June 10, 2024
Hofstra University Hempstead, NY
For more information and resources on the Highest Awards, scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/GS-Highest-Awards
Volunteers and Adults
Volunteer and Adult Programs
The following programs have been organized by GSNC staff and are offered on specific dates.
We hope you’ll join in for some learning, activity, and fun!
Gold Award Training Workshop
Girl Scout Seniors, Ambassadors, leaders, and/or adults are invited to participate in our Gold Award Training. This training will discuss the requirements and approval process for Gold Award projects, important deadlines, and what Girl Scouts can expect during their interview.
Bronze Award Training Workshop
This training is designed for Girl Scout leaders and adults who will be guiding Girl Scout Juniors through the process of earning their Bronze Award. You will learn the ins and outs of what is required; as a result, Juniors will see how rewarding it is to make the world a better place, right at home, in their community! By earning their Bronze Award, Girl Scouts are one step closer to earning all of the Highest Awards. Help set them on this path!
Thursday, February 27, 2025 | 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$7 per registered adult
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Stop The Bleed® Certification Workshop
Master three life-saving techniques to help an injured person from bleeding out. Led by a NYU Langone qualified medical professional, you’ll learn how to apply pressure to a wound, pack a wound to control bleeding, and properly apply a tourniquet. All participants will receive a Stop the Bleed® certificate upon completion.
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 | 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$15 per registered adult
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Thursday, March 27, 2025 | 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$15 per registered Girl Scout with one free accompanying adult, $7 per individual adult
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Silver Award Training Workshop
Join us at our Silver Award training to learn all the information Girl Scout Cadettes need to complete their Silver Award, preparing you to help them on their journey and help you discover your own inner leader!
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$15 per registered Girl Scout with one free accompanying adult, $7 per individual adult No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Brooklyn Nets Night for Girl Scouts
Get in on the action as the Brooklyn Nets take on the Toronto Raptors at a special Brooklyn Nets Night for Girl Scouts game! The first 150 people to purchase a ticket will receive a complimentary Nets jersey and/or belt bag. Special patches will also be available to all Girl Scouts on game day!
Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 3:30 pm
Barclays Center
620 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Ticket prices vary Tag-Alongs welcome
To purchase tickets: fevo-enterprise.com/event/GSNETS
For more information: Email Joseph DiMitri at jdimitri@bseglobal.net
Important: Pick-up of Nets items will be at GSNC Service Center on the following dates/times:
• Tuesday, April 1, 1:00 pm–6:00 pm or
• Saturday, April 5, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
* Choice of jersey size is limited to adult S or XL, available on a first-come, first-serve basis, and is not guaranteed.
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Adult Self-Defense Workshop
Learn practical self-defense techniques to protect yourself in everyday situations. Led by a third-degree black belt in FujiRyu Jujutsu, begin with methods to shock an assailant, then master defense moves against punches, wrist grabs, chokes, and more. Leave with essential skills for safely escaping an attack.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 | 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
GSNC Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
$10 per registered adult
No Tag-Alongs
To register: Visit gsnc.org/programs
Certification Training Courses in CPR/AED or Babysitting Training
Earn your certification in CPR/AED or babysitting! In the 3-hour CPR/AED course, you’ll become prepared to perform life-saving measures by learning CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), using an AED (automated external defibrillator), and applying basic first aid skills in situations when every second counts! In the 6-hour babysitting training course, you can become a confident, certified babysitter by gaining the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly care for children and infants. Upon completion of either course, you’ll receive an American Red Cross certification card and skills handouts for future reference.
Flexible
CPR Training Authority
Location determined by troop
dates and time
CPR/AED course and certification fee: $90 per individual
Babysitting course and certification fee: $160 per individual
Both courses: $240 per individual No Tag-Alongs
4-person minimum, 15-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email cprtrainingauthority@gmail.com
Make Your Own Scrubz Party
Learn, create, and luxuriate at a troop skincare party! Each Girl Scout will receive a pampering, spa-like ScrubzBody Sugar Scrub hand massage while they learn about the benefits of simple, natural skincare. They’ll also design and decorate jars and bags with non-toxic paint pens, and create a sugar scrub with a special signature scent. Light snacks and refreshments will be served.
$26 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome
4-person minimum, 22-person maximum
For more information or to schedule a program: Email greatskin@scrubzbody.com
Marine Discover Cruise
Sail aboard our National Historic Landmark Christeen, an 1883 gaff-rigged Oyster Sloop, and sail through Oyster Bay and Cold Spring Harbor. Learn about some of the local history, ecology, and marine animals that call this area home. Great opportunity for bridging and moving-up ceremonies and end-of-year programs.
May–October: 9:00 am–5:00 pm every day
The WaterFront Center 1 West End Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
$650 for 2-hour sail, $250 per each additional hour 4-person minimum, 23-person maximum, including parents For more information or to schedule a program: Call 516-922-7245 ext.24 or Email Cameron@TheWaterfrontcenter.org Important: Parents or guardians welcome, life jackets will be provided.
Meditative Nature Exploration
Immerse yourself in nature in a mindful way. Begin with an initial meditation followed by sensory-based nature invitations while walking the grounds and nature trail on the Jericho Preserve. Themes change but some highlights include making “nature’s music,” finding and collecting nature’s scents and textures, and incorporating reflection, sharing, and collaborating in a community circle. Wrap up with a nature tea ceremony.
Weekday and weekend afternoons
Sangha Education Center at Historic Malcolm House 5 Old Jericho Turnpike, Jericho, NY 11753
$18 per registered Girl Scout, Tag-Along, or adult Tag-Alongs welcome 10-person minimum, 30-person maximum
For more information, cost, or to schedule a program: Email info@sanghacenter.org
Directory of Troop-Led Program Partners
Barclays Center
620 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Joseph DiMitri 718-942-9669
jdimitri@bseglobal.net
CPR Training Authority
Andy Terrano 516-242-3851 cprtrainingauthority@gmail.com
Fit & Fearless LLC 1617 Grand Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510
Fabiana Cellini 516-360-2621
senseifab@myfitandfearless.com
Long Island STEAM Group
Shannon Sass 516-620-6768 info@listeamgroup.com
Sign with Jessie
Jessica Berrins
516-265-8500 gssignlanguage@gmail.com
The Waterfront Center 1 West End Avenue
Oyster Bay, New York 11771
Cameron Jenness
516-922-7245 x24 Cameron@TheWaterfrontcenter.org
Bee’s Arts and Crafts Studio
285 Hempstead Avenue, Malverne, NY 11565
Brenda Negron 516-284-7143 beesartsandcraftsstudio@gmail.com
Commerce Plaza 152 Center Lane, Levittown, NY 11756
Margaret Devine 516-342-9232 commerceplaza@yesccc.org
Hive Market and Gallery
100 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Laura Escobar
516-588-9400
Hive@Hivemarketob.com
Sangha Education Center
Historic Malcolm House, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike, Jericho, NY 11753
Schedule an in-person appointment with GSNC’s Volunteer Training and Resource Associate for guidance on a wide variety of Girl Scout topics, such as troop activities, badges, awards, and ceremonies! Schedule your appointment today! Scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/VRC-appt.
Materials for Loan
GSNC’s Volunteer Resource Center (VRC) has an ever-expanding lending library to support Girl Scout volunteers who are planning troop activities. The VRC offers:
• Ceremonial materials
• Cookie booth items
• Teaching aids
• Badge kits
• Journey-in-a-weekend kits
• Games
To browse our lending library and schedule your loan, scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/VRC-request.
Volunteer Toolkit
The Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) gives volunteers access to comprehensive meeting plans for badges and Journeys, along with their respective meeting aids and materials lists. Volunteers also have access to the Troop Year Planner to assist you in mapping out your entire year of badges, awards, and activities for your Girl Scout troop! Check out the VTK for these resources and so much more! Scan the QR code or visit mygs.girlscouts.org.
gsLearn
gsLearn is the online training forum for Girl Scout volunteers. Explore training videos to expand your knowledge of Girl Scout traditions, ceremonies, the Highest Awards, troop management, and more! Sign in to myGS to get started at mygs.girlscouts.org or scan the QR code.
Newsletter
These resources and more can be found on the Volunteer Training and Resources page on GSNC’s website!
Check your email inbox for our monthly e-newsletters, Volunteer Connections, and the Insider’s Guide to Girl Scout Programs. You’ll discover Girl Scout planning resources, special council opportunities, updates from GSNC, and the latest tips and trends that will enhance your volunteer experience!
Scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/gsnc-volunteer-resources.
You are invited to our
4th
AwardLegacy Brunch
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
The Heritage Club at Bethpage 10:00 AM-12:30 PM
To purchase tickets, scan the QR code.
Proceeds go to ensuring that ALL girls can participate in Girl Scouting regardless of their backgrounds, locations, or financial situation.
Why Volunteer?
• Prepare a Girl Scout for a lifetime of leadership and be the mentor they need.
• Develop your professional and personal skills through training and networking opportunities.
• Discover your passions and make a difference in your local community!
Volunteer Opportunities
• Troop leader or co-leader
• Gold Award mentor
• Product Program volunteer
• Camp volunteer
• Living History volunteer
Volunteers for Girl Scouts of Nassau County need to be 18+; however, any girl in grades K–12 can join Girl Scouts as a member!
For more information, visit bit.ly/gsnc-volunteer or scan the QR code.
What is the Traveling Trefoil?
The Traveling Trefoil is an activity van that will bring Girl Scouts to communities throughout Nassau County. This opportunity for mobile programming has been made possible by a Cares Act grant from the Town of Hempstead. The Traveling Trefoil is equipped to offer a variety of programs such as STEM, life skills, healthy living, arts, executive-skill building, and career preparation training.
The Traveling Trefoil offers various types of activities...
Request the Traveling Trefoil for your next meeting or event!
To submit your request for the Traveling Trefoil, scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/Traveling-Trefoil-Request
When given the opportunity, girls can change the world.
Available at a special 50% discount for current Girl Scout volunteers with ten or more years of service. Become a member for life—and you’ll be a champion of girls for years to come.
Lifetime membership is available to any individual who:
l Accepts the principles and beliefs of the Girl Scout Movement
l Pays the one-time lifetime membership fee
l Is at least 18 years old (or a high school graduate or equivalent)
Simply register at girlscouts.org/lifetimegrad
A Girl Scout lifetime membership costs $400. For alums under age 30, and currently registered volunteers with ten or more years of service, the cost is $200. Your lifetime membership donation is tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Camp Blue Bay 2025
Splash into Summer
June 7–8, 2025 (Troop Overnight)
Is your troop ready to make a splash? Head down to Hog Creek to join us for a morning of boating fun! Once you dry off, enjoy a summertime craft and an afternoon to explore on your own.
End the night with “walking-tacos” cooked over a fire and a campfire with s’mores. Row boating, kayaking, and paddleboards will be available under the supervision of certified lifeguards.
Summer Adventure
Troop
Camping
July 7–9, 2025 | Feel a little nervous about camping? Not sure it’s your “thing,” but your troop is excited and would love to camp together in the summertime? Not to worry, we have the solution. Summer Adventures allows your troop to take advantage of the activities offered at summer camp, including swimming, boating, nature, arts and crafts, campfires, and more. We make it easy. Once registered, we will design a program specifically for your troop. No need to worry about food; Tuesday breakfast, lunch, and dinner (“walking tacos” over the fire!) and Wednesday breakfast will be provided.
Ultimate Slumber Party
April 5–6, 2025 (Individual Girl Scout Overnight)
Calling all Girl Scout Cadettes and Seniors! Interested in experiencing camp on your own but not sure where to start? Pack your bags and board the bus to Camp Blue Bay for an ultimate slumber party. Who cares if it's daylight outside? We'll escape to our sleepover adventure where we'll play board games, make trendy crafts, learn Tik Tok dances, and laugh the "night" away. Finish the day with pizza, a late-night movie, and popcorn!
Open to all GSNC Cadettes and Seniors
$120 per person (includes transportation, program supplies, Saturday lunch, dinner, evening snack, and Sunday breakfast)
Please note: Participants who wish to go kayaking or paddle boarding will be required to provide documentation that they have completed the swim test requirement with an Adult Certified Lifeguard or Swim Instructor as per Girl Scout Safety Activity Checkpoints.
Open to all Girl Scout of Nassau County Junior, Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador troops with appropriate adult coverage. We ask that you limit the number of adults to allow more girls to attend. This event is Tent Units only; troops will be expected to share sites.
$55 per person (Includes program supplies, Saturday dinner, and Sunday breakfast)
Accommodations: This event is Tent Units only; troops will be expected to share sites.
Open to all Girl Scout Juniors through Ambassadors (one adult needed for every eight Girl Scouts, no training required). We ask that you limit the number of adults to allow more Girl Scouts to attend. Limited to 40 people. $125 per person; $25 per person non-refundable deposit required to register. Balance due June 1, 2025.
Parent/Child Overnight
August 23–24 or September 6–7, 2025
If you and your Girl Scout(s) cherish quality time together, this is the perfect opportunity for you. At the Parent/Child Overnight, you may choose to take part in a variety of planned camp activities, enjoy a local attraction, or just relax and enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings of East Hampton. Bring along your lunch for Saturday. Dinner, evening snack, and Sunday breakfast will be served in the Dining Hall.
Counselor-inTraining (CIT)
July 24–August 7, 2025
The event can accommodate up to 200 people in platform tents. Limited indoor space (dormitory style Troop Houses) available upon request.
For all registered GSNC Girl Scouts with a parent/guardian
$50 per person (includes Saturday dinner, Sunday breakfast plus activities.)
Registration opens Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Get the chance to meet with representatives from Camp Blue Bay in person to learn more about our summer camp programs. Parents, bring along your daughter to learn about a typical day at camp and get answers to any questions you may have.
Monday, March 3, or Tuesday, March 25, 2025
7:30 PM–8:30 PM
GSNC Council Service Center
110 Ring Road West, Garden City, NY 11530
Register online at gsnc.org/programs.
This two-week Counselorin-Training opportunity at Camp Blue Bay is for Girl Scout Ambassadors and will allow you to complete an outdoor leadership course while observing and assisting counselors at camp. There will be time for training as well as an opportunity to work directly with younger campers. Participants will live in a tent unit and work together as part of the 2025 CIT Team. To be considered for this program, interested participants must complete the application process and have a personal interview. This training is limited to 12 participants and is individual Girl Scouts entering grades 11 or 12 in September, 2025.
$1,125 per Girl Scout
$1,165 per Non-Girl Scout
Open House
Saturday, May 3 or Sunday, May 4, 2025 | 10:00 Camp Blue Bay
103 Flaggy Hole Road, East Hampton, NY 11937
Meet the Summer Camp Directors! Enjoy a drive with your family to East Hampton and visit our beautiful Camp Blue Bay. Learn more about our facility and summer camp programs. Our summer camp directors and volunteers will be available to answer any questions you may have. Finally, take a self-guided tour of our campgrounds. Register online at gsnc.org/programs.
Summer Overnight Camp
Badge Workshops for Traditional Troop Camping
Schedule a Camp Blue Bay Badge Workshop to have one of our instructors guide your girls through completing a badge
$12 per Girl Scout (minimum of 10 Girl Scouts per workshop)
For badge options and information, scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/3RDakz3.
Traditional Troop Camping
Troop Camping has been part of the Girl Scout experience since its inception.
Camping is fun and a great way to build new skills and develop a deeper appreciation for nature with your friends.
Traditional Troop Camping is planned and carried out by a group of Girl Scouts and their outdoor camp-trained volunteers/leaders.
Your troop will help decide what activities they want to do, what they want to eat, and what new skills or adventures they want to try while at camp. Registration is ongoing by season. Tent Units and Troop Houses are available in spring and fall; Troop Houses are also available in the winter. To check availability and download a Troop Camping Application, visit gsnc.org.
Outdoor Training for Adults
Outdoor Camp Training is provided to help Girl Scout volunteers
prepare themselves and their troop to enjoy outdoor experiences together. Training will introduce progression in the out-of-doors, review camp facilities, and provide basic skills for outdoor programs. Under the guidance of trained and enthusiastic adults, troops may take their first hike, build their first campfire, and sleep under the stars for the first time. This training is required for a troop to participate in Traditional Troop Camping at Camp Blue Bay.
For more information and to register for this training, scan the QR code or visit gsnc.org/training.
2025 Outdoor Training Schedule at
a Glance
Trip Training
What is a Girl Scout trip, and how do you get ready for it? The Trip Training course will prepare leaders and trip coordinators to bring their troops/groups on any Girl Scout trip or activity. Participants will become familiar with GSUSA Safety Activity Checkpoints, GSNC Policies, Standards and Guidelines, budgeting, timing, transportation, and other topics, so that the event is fun and safe for all.
Step 1 Trip Training
Please Note: Step 1 Trip Training is a prerequisite for Outdoor Camp Training
Trip Training
Virtual on Zoom
7:30 pm-9:00 pm
l Monday, March 10, 2025
l Tuesday, April 29, 2025
l Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Outdoor Camp Training
GSNC provides Outdoor Training courses to help Girl Scout volunteers prepare themselves and the girls they work with to enjoy outdoor experiences together. Training will introduce progression in the outdoors, review camp facilities, and provide basic skills for outdoor programs. Under the guidance of trained and enthusiastic adults, girls may take their first hike,build their first campfire, and sleep under the stars for the first time.
Step 2 Overnight Pre-plan Training
Overnight Pre-plan
Girl Scout Service Center
110 Ring Road West Garden City, NY 11530
7:30 pm-9:00 pm
l Wednesday, March 26, 2025
l Monday, April 7, 2025
l Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Step 3 Mandatory Overnight
Mandatory Overnight Camp Blue Bay 103 Flaggy Hole Rd East Hamption, NY 11937
Saturday–Sunday, May 3–4, 2025
8:00 am Sat–1:00 pm Sun
Cost: Mandatory Overnight Training fee to cover cost of food and program supplies is $30 per adult.
Daycare for your school-age children will be available during the Mandatory Overnight. All children attending will take part in a specially designed camp program during the day, while the adults participate in training. Parents and children will enjoy dinner, evening program, and overnight accommodations together. Cost per child will be $20, and includes lunch and program fees. Registration for children must be done separately by mail. Space is limited and will be assigned on a first come, first served basis as the registration arrives with payment.
Camp Update
Camp guidelines, procedures, and program changes: Your camping skills must be updated every three years to enable you to take girls camping. The Camp Update course will review skills, provide up-to-date information on camp materials used, ecology, and environmental guidelines. (Required every three years)
Camp Update Virtual on Zoom
7:30 pm-8:30 pm
l Thursday, March 6, 2025
l Monday, May 12, 2025
Camp Resources
Camp Blue Bay has a variety of resources available to help make your visit to camp a fun and easy experience for both you and the girls that you work with. Visit gsnc.org/troop-camping to learn about all of our camp resources.
Rental Kits
Can you imagine arriving at Camp Blue Bay with your troop and the cooking gear you need is already at your site? You can arrange to rent a cooking set, dish and silverware set, and/or beverage set. Visit bit.ly/cbb-equip-rent to fill out the rental form.
Safety First
For your convenience, you will find basic first aid kits positioned all around the camp: Tent units, Troop Houses, Activity Building, and Dining Hall.
Camp Kits
Compass, knots, and nature kits are available to borrow at no cost. Enjoy teaching your Girl Scouts important outdoor skills.
Fun Things to Do
On the sports field, girls will enjoy the Gaga Pit, Nine Square in the Air, and a variety of other sports equipment: volleyball, soccer, basketball, and tetherball (to name a few!), as well as a supply of jump ropes, frisbees, and hula hoops that are available for a day of fun and physical activity.
Basic Camping Supplies
Troops will be able to preorder three basic camping supplies to be onsite when they arrive at camp. Items available: charcoal, small propane containers, and bundles of firewood. Visit gsnc.org to learn more.
One Family At A Time
Jericho Cares is a non-profit organization that operates in the Long Island area, with a mission to help families in need.
Through partnerships with local organizations, donations, grants, and volunteers, we can provide families with food, toiletries, new sneakers for back-to-school, and holiday essentials.
We are helping families and making a di erence...
One Family at a Time.
Troop and Girl Scout Volunteer Opportunities:
Hosting or Participating at a Food Drive
Making Holiday Cards
Making Holiday Centerpieces
Making Easter or Thanksgiving Baskets
Sorting Items: Halloween Candy, Laundry
Detergent, Clothing
Food/Toiletry Storage Organization
(Limit 5-6 Girl Scouts Per Visit)
Adopting a Family for Holiday Gifts
Joining the Bagel Crew
Joining Care Package Crew (Adults Only)
For Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors (Grades 6-12)
Girl Scouts who volunteer 20 hours with Jericho Cares will receive a letter for their leaders to obtain the Community Service Pin. Girl Scouts need to keep track of their hours, and we will sign the necessary paperwork.
Sexual Abuse Prevention Education Programs
Programs:
Pre-K-3rd Grade
4th-7th Grade
5th-8th Grade
7th-12th Grade
7th-12th Grade
9th-12th Grade
9th-12th Grade
Parents/Adults
You're In Charge When Should You Tell Cyber Safety Safe Dates Don't Cross the Line Respecting Personal Boundaries Teen Sexting Prevention Staying Safe Apple of My Eye
110 Ring Road West
Garden City, NY 11530
Be a Family Partner of GSNC!
Special thanks to all families who have generously supported Family Partnership. Your contribution paves the way for lifechanging experiences and opportunities that girls, regardless of background, location, or financial situation, will not find anywhere else.
For those families who consider donating, Family Partnership is an opportunity to champion the changemakers of today and tomorrow by directly providing financial assistance for membership fees, uniform components, books, badges, and supplies, to ensure every girl can navigate her own individual pathway to success.
To donate to Family Partnership:
l Scan the QR code or visit gsnc.org/give.
l During your online registration/ renewal, at the final payment screen, you will be asked to contribute to Girl Scouts.
Girl Scouts of Nassau County thanks you for your partnership!
Financial Assistance
Girl Scouting is available to every girl regardless of socio-economic status.
If you are in need of financial assistance to secure a spot in a program, please fill out the Financial Aid for Program Request Form at bit.ly/Fin-Aid-Prog-Request or by scanning the QR code. Once this form is completed, council will reach out to you.
