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June Enews
Girl Scouts
Spirit of Nebraska
June, 2010
In This Issue
Great Wolf Lodge
Summer Camp Programs
Blast off with G-force
Girl Scouts' New Look
Omaha Performing Arts
Plan Girl Scout Trips
Girl Scouts from Japan

Service Centers
Guiding Star Service Center
302 W 'D' Street
Ogallala
800.458.4467
 
Goldenrod Service Center
2412 Hwy 30 East Suite 1
Kearney
800.879.6123
 
Grand Island Service Center
2512 N. Webb Road
Grand Island
800.627.5940
 
Hastings Service Center
223 East 14th St., Suite 85
Hastings
800.984.6445
 
Prairie Hills Service Center
1570 33rd Ave.
Columbus
800.695.6690
 
Homestead Service Center
1701 S. 17th St.
Lincoln
800.487.2578
 
Great Plains Service Center
2121 S. 44th St.
Omaha
800.447.5558 
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Zip LineWe have summer programs for everyone! No matter where you live or what you like to do, you will find something in our Summer Program Book that will be just right for you...and maybe a few of your friends!

Here's a coupon to use when you send in your camp reservation.  All this fun and 15% off of any one camp you choose.  

 
P.S. We listed a few summer programs below, but there are many more and they are all
just a click away.


Summer Destination: Great Wolf Lodge
Great Wolf Lodge LogoSummer is here and an unforgettable troop experience is waiting for you at Great Wolf Lodge® where you will make Girl Scout memories. Enjoy the thrill of our gigantic indoor waterpark, reserved exclusively for our guests, and keep your adventure going in MagiQuest®, our live-action adventure game. Check out Cub Club™, offering fun, educational crafts and activities; our family restaurants; and more. Click here for all the amazing details.


Here are upcoming summer camp programs:

Give a Hoot, Don't Pollute Day Camp
Note: This link will take you to the Summer Camp book. 
Please see page 23 for this program.

Monday, June 21-Friday June 25
Camp Maha - Papillion, NE
This camp will make caring for the environment fun and easy! We will learn the basics of gardening and discover cool ways to reuse everyday objects what would otherwise be thrown away.

 
Chasing Rainbows Day Camp
Note: This link will take you to the Summer Camp book. 
Please see page 31 for this program.

Monday June 28-Friday July 2
Lakeview Cabin, North Platte
Girl Scouts will be exploring our outside world, earning new badges each day. Our day camp experience will go through Thursday then you'll overnight in a tent with your buddies. 
 

Water Daze Day Camp
Note: This link will take you to the Summer Camp book. 
Please see page 23 for this program.

Monday, June 28- Friday, July 2
Camp Maha - Papillion, NE
Who said that summer camp has to be hot and sticky? At this week-long day camp you will not only play with water you will learn about water quality and conservation.

 
Ladies Day Out-Just Desserts
Note: This link will take you to the Summer Camp book. 
Please see page 17 for this program.

Saturday, July 10-Sunday July 11
Camp Cosmo - Grand Island, NE
Girls, bring your special female adult friend or relative to help you participate in our first Camp Cosmo Cake-off.  This will be a great place to show off your baking skills. 

 
Chills and Thrills in KC
Note: This link will take you to the G-force program catalogue. 
Please see page 3 for this program.

Registration Deadline: Extended to Friday June 11
This KC journey begins in Grand Island
If you love the spine tingling feeling you get from great rides and huge slides, then the trip to Kansas City is for you! We will head to Worlds and Fun and Oceans of Fun and spend the entire day with access to both parks. 
 

Outdoor Adventure Residential Camp
Note: This link will take you to the Summer Camp book. 
Please see page 43 for this program.

Sunday, July 18 - Friday, July 23
Camp Crossed Arrows - Nickerson, NE
A CCA tradition! No indoor time for you, this jammed packed week will leave you wanting to stay outdoors all year




Blast off with G-force and MORE!  
G-forceSchool's out, now what?  If you are a girl entering 6th-12th grade next fall, we have lots of fun activities planned for you this summer and it starts with G-force programs. Check them out here.  You will also find information about a GSAG retreat at Camp Catron, Girl Award Workshops and informational meetings about Girl Scout destinations.

What'cha waiting for?  These programs are designed for the "older" Girl Scout who wants to try things she has never done before.  Click here for more information or contact Lori by email or phone 877.447.5558 x239. For GSAG and Girl Awards, contact Tracy by email or phone, 800.487.2578 x114.



Girl Scouts of the USA
Bringing "Brand"
into the Future

BrandingHow the world looks at Girl Scouts and how Girl Scouts look at the world is going to evolve beginning this summer as GSUSA rolls out it's new branding and program initiatives.  The brand campaign will include a revision of the much beloved Girl Scout trefoil and logo.  We are excited about the new look and hope that you share our enthusiasm. 
 
More details coming, but stay tuned.  Girl Scouts is the premiere leadership program in the country and we will soon have new tools to tell our story.



It's Showtime!

Omaha Performing Arts

What do Mary Poppins, Wicked and Mamma Mia all have in common?  They are all coming to Omaha Performing Arts venues during the 2010-2011season!  Along with other sensational performances, OPA is again offering great discounts to all our Girl Scout members, friends and family. Click here for Event Usher and enter our password, GIRLSCOUTSNE to find amazing offers.  The best discounts are from now until July 1, so order early!  For more information or for questions, contact Lori by email or phone 877.447.5558 x239.



Travel-loving Volunteers Needed

Travel

If you would like to be part of a volunteer-driven, statewide travel committee that will develop and implement amazing trips for Spirit of Nebraska Girl Scouts, we want to talk to you!  We are currently putting together a team to represent all parts of our amazing state.  You will meet for the first time in late summer and being planning upcoming travel programs.  If you are interested in being part of this committee, contact Lori.




Visitors from Japan coming this Summer!
Japan Girl Scouts Visit

In August, Spirit of Nebraska will welcome a delegation of Girl Scouts from Shizouka!  Please let us know if you would be interested in hosting or meeting our visitors during part of their time in America. Watch for more information about our sister scouts from Japan and special events we will offer during their stay. Contact Lori for more information.