Girl Scouts of Orange County

July 8, 2013

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

Register for the August Kickoff Today
Have you registered for the August Kick-Off yet? E-Biz will be down on August 9 and 10 - this means that the last day to register is August 8.  The August Kickoff will feature helpful and informative workshops, exciting exhibitors and everything you need to start your new year off right!  Log in and register through your e-biz account. Registration for morning and afternoon sessions is just $7.  Add lunch for an additional $6. UCI parking is $10, carpooling is suggested.

Financial Planning Workshops 

Many women don't think they have sufficient knowledge about financial matters.  But we all need to be prepared to make wise decisions about our personal financial situations.  Join us on Thursday, July 25, at our headquarters in Irvine for Women and Money, part of a series of complimentary Financial Planning Workshops.  Click here for more information and to sign up to attend.

  Troop and Girl Activities

 

Girl Scouts Speak Out PSA Contest  Everyone   

What can you do to make the world healthier and happier?  Create a PSA based on the theme "Get Up! Get Moving! Get Active!" - it's a great summer activity.  Here are some ideas for how to tie the Journeys into the Girl Scouts Speak Out! theme.  Ch

eck out previous Girl Scouts Speak Out winners and finalists here.      

 

Whitewater Rafting  - July 19-21  Cadette Senior Ambassador  

Looking for adventure this summer? Join other Girl Scouts from Orange County on a whitewater rafting trip on the American River! Cookie dough accepted - Act now to reserve your spot!

 

National Dance Day - July 27   Everyone

Registration is open here!  Click here to see directions for registering online. After registering, girls will have an opportunity to sign up for individual dance classes in a variety of skill levels and styles-come dance your heart out!

Seussical Workshop and Show- Aug 11 and 17  Brownie Junior Cadette Senior  

Girl Scouts have a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes of a full length musical! Participate in a live theatre workshop before an actual production! Limited spaces are available--register early for one of two workshops.

 

  Camp Scherman

Don't forget that you can use your Cookie Dough to experience camp as a troop during a weekend camp or for your own adventure at summer camp!

 

SUMMER CAMPS
View a complete listing of Weekend Camps and register here

Starry Nights - July 14-18 Junior Cadette
Stargazing and folklore will fill your evenings as you experience camps primitive area. During the day plan exciting adventures with your camp friends like swimming, archery, canoeing and so much more!! For girls entering grades 4-6, 6-8.  More information

 

Camp Scene Investigation - July 22-31  Cadette
This is not your ordinary CSI!! Everyone is a suspect in an outrageous "whodunit" mystery. Pack your imagination and keen detective skills and your fellow camp sleuths to solve the mystery. For girls entering grades 6-8.  More information

Camper Sampler - July 26-31 Junior Cadette Senior Ambassador camp-2-thumb
Unplug from your busy life and experience the beauty of the outdoors with friends. Chill out and the lake or pool, take a trail on your way to archery- you choose your summer camp adventure. For girls entering grades 2-3, 4-6, 6-8, 9-12.   More information

 

WEEKEND CAMPS - FALL
View a complete listing of Weekend Camps and register here

Troop Camp - Aug 1-4   Everyone camp girls on grass

Register your troop for a last hurrah at the end of summer. Let camp staff lead your group in exciting outdoor activities such as horseback riding, archery, hikes, and more. Have fun on the lake paddling a canoe, take a dip in the pool, or relax at the end of the day as you gaze at the stars and find late summer constellations. There is so much to do at Camp Scherman; which activities will your troop choose? More information  

Family Camp - Aug 30- Sept 2  Everyone  
Enjoy a unique and relaxing weekend camp experience with family and friends taking in all of the beauty of camp and its surroundings. Explore wide-open spaces and enjoy staff-planned nature and camp activities for all ages, including swimming, hiking, crafts, games, campfires, archery, and canoeing. More information 

  

 

Me and My Guy - Sept 27-29  Everyone
Pack your car and head up to the mountains for a special weekend just for dads or "special guy" and your Girl Scout! Aim your arrow at the balloons on the archery range... how many can you pop? Race across the lake in a canoe then team up more fun times together, just you together. Girls -- plan a silly skit with your guy...you'll be amazed at what you can get him to do!  More information  

 

Night Owls Sept 27-29  Cadette Senior Ambassador  

Experience the wonders of camp after the sun goes down! A weekend geared towards the older Girl Scout, we will fill your evenings with nighttime adventures as you experience parts of Camp Scherman as only the night can provide. More information

 

Fall Spend a Day at Camp - Oct 20   Everyone      

Join us for a day full of fun and adventure for the entire family. Canoe together on our lake, aim for the bulls eye and pick some tasty treats from our flourishing garden. Put on your walking shoes and pack up the family for a day of fun and family togetherness. More information 

 

Good Eats- Nov 1-3 Everyone  

Whip up some marvelous meals and tasty treats at camp and design recipe cards to recreate those yummy eats at home! Have fun in the kitchen, or try out your oven mitts with Dutch oven, and even outdoor grill cooking! In between taste tests, choose from a buffet of camp activities including archery, canoeing and more! More information 

 

Breathe Journey Retreat Weekend- Nov 1-3  Cadette
Take a deep breath and get ready to focus all your senses on the crisp clear air at Camp Scherman! Dive into a weekend full of fun while you experience the air around you and contemplate the city air you left behind. Join other Cadettes as you earn the Aware and Alert awards and get prepared to take action once you get back down the mountain.
More information

 

GSOC Shop

 

Shop in style and help the earth! Pick up a Reusable Girl Scout T-Shirt tote bag KIT for your troop! Each kit includes a T-shirt, 9 vintage patches, and a picture instruction guide. This would be a fabulous slumber party activity for girls, a fun summer day camp or troop craft activity! Connect this project to GSUSA's Forever Green movement or if you're working on the Junior Get Moving Journey, check out pages 41-43 for how this bag can fit into your journey.  Click here to order your kits online or stop by the shop!

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Girl Scouts in Lake Forest led the city's Fourth of July Parade.  Did your troop do something special for the Fourth of July?  Share your photos and activities with us on our facebook page

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