Girl Scouts of Orange County

Sept 15, 2014

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Troop Leaders: Renew Your Girls Before They Fall off your Troop Roster!
September 29th is the last day you will be able to renew your troop members online using the MY TROOPS tab. After that, all girls and adults whose membership has expired will fall off your troop roster.

Spring Membership Renewal Patch Distribution
All girls and leaders who registered by June 30th will receive their 2014-2015 membership renewal patches in September-October. The patches are distributed to troop leaders through their service unit meetings. Girl Scout Independents (aka GSI's) will receive theirs in the mail.

Provide Your Input to the GSOC National Delegation

The Girl Scouts of Orange County National Delegation is gathering feedback from GSOC Girl Scouts on the National Council discussion topic: Importance of the Outdoors in the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. To have your voice heard, complete the National Convention survey.

National Philanthropy Day: Who's Your Philanthropic Idol?

Who is your philanthropic idol? Participate in AFP's Who is Your Philanthropic Idol? contest in celebration of National Philanthropy Day! Submit a short (one-minute) video of yourself to to the NPD website by Oct 7, talking about your philanthropic idol and how your idol inspires you to get involved. The top five most popular videos (as determined by public vote) earn the submitters $500 each for their favorite charity.

Women and Money Workshop

September 23, 2014: 6 - 7:30pm at GSOC Headquarters

Many women don't think they have sufficient knowledge about financial matters, but they need to be prepared to make wise decisions about personal finances. Life-changing events can impact planning, and seven out of ten baby boomer wives are expected to outlive their husbands. Join us and get informed today, before there is a crisis.

Open House Change Challenge

If you're planning on coming to the Open House, be sure to bring your spare change for the Change Challenge! Drop your change in your Girl Scout level's "giving tube" and we'll see who can fill their tube the highest! All contributions will support Girl Scouts in Orange County through the Fund Her Success campaign.

Alumnae Planning Meeting
You spoke, we listened and now it's time to plan! With the Alumnae Strategy Cafe and online survey results, we heard what types of activities local alumnae are interested in. Now, we will host two planning sessions: one to plan an alumnae weekend at Camp Scherman, and the other to plan local alumnae events. Join us for one or both planning meetings on Sept 30. Light refreshments will be served RSVP here

It's Troop Fall Product Training Time!

ALL Troops are invited to participate in the Fall Product Program. Earn funds for your fall activities while teaching girls new skills. New products (nuts, magazines & photo keepsakes) as well as new options including our all online quickstart. Register for Troop Product Manager in class training or take our online training. Remember, Girl Scout troops must participate in both the fall and cookie programs before requesting permission for any additional money-earning activities.

Save Your Subscriptions & Renewals for Girl Scouts

Did you know that the average family orders 6 magazine subscriptions each year? Girl Scouts earn a portion of the proceeds if you order or renew your favorite magazines from your favorite Girl Scout. Find out more about our Fall Product Program, which begins October 5.

Order NEW Gluten Free Cookies Before It's Too Late!

Troops interested in participating in our Gluten Free Girl Scout Cookie Pilot must order cookies by Sept. 21. This is a brand new cookie called Trios! Yummy chocolate chips nestled in a Peanut Butter Oatmeal cookie! Quantities VERY LIMITED so don't miss out!

Troop and Girl Activities

View all events and subscribe to a weekly level-specific events update email on our online calendar.

"The Girl Scout Way" Video Contest Take 1, Scene 5

There's no better time than "Back to Troop" to record and share Girl Scout adventures! Through "The Girl Scout Way Video Contest," we've seen individual and troop entries representing the talents of Daisies through Ambassadors! Submit your entry by Oct 31 - the winner gets a hands-on tour of a video production studio!

Pretend City Field Trips

Explore Pretend City as you earn Daisy petals during these interactive workshops designed especially for Girl Scout Daisies!

Muzeo Badge Opportunities

Are you interested in arts and culture? Muzeo wants to work with your troop! Contact Muzeo to set up a program that will help you to earn badges such as Textile Artist for Girl Scout Seniors!

Scouting for Food at Open House - Sept. 20

Planning on attending Open House? Girl Scouts & Boy Scouts in collaboration with Second Harvest Food Bank of OC invite you to participate in Scouting for Food 2014 by bringing non-perishable food items with you to Open House. Join this community service opportunity and help feed thousands of people!

STEM Inventor Series with A Hundred Tiny Hands - starts Oct. 4

In the 4 session series, girls will "play science" with 3 Inventor Toolboxes, and A Hundred Tiny Hands members will teach girls about science and engineering. By the 4th session, girls will become inventors to develop their own Inventor Toolbox. Learn more about a Hundred Tiny Hands by watching this video.

Cadette-O-Rama - Oct 10-12

Get ready to act out your favorite movie, or dress up as your favorite actress. Whether you're a fan of the classic tinsel town or the glittery Hollywood era you won't want to miss this annual outdoor skills weekend camping event for Girl Scout Cadettes.

Cadette-O-Rama Lookie Loos - Oct 11

Girl Scout Juniors are invited to see this spectacular event firsthand so they will be prepared for next year! The theme of Cadette-O-Rama this year is Welcome to Hollywood. After this fun event, girls will have time to visit the campsites and see how the Cadette Girl Scouts put this creative theme to use.

Cadette-O-Rama Red Hats

We have many positions available for "Red Hats" (9th-12th graders) to staff Cadette-O-Rama. Staff positions are open to individual girls, girls may apply alone or with troopmates. Leaders and/or parents are not required to apply or attend, and adults who apply as Cadette-O-Rama staff will only be accepted if space is available. Responsibilities will include working at the Friday & Saturday night activities, judging the skill and fun events on Saturday, and working as a team with other Red Hats and staff members to make the event run smoothly.

Leadership in Action Livestream Event - Oct. 18

Tune in to the Girl Scout National Convention in Salt Lake City for this virtual session! Girl Scouts are encouraged to group together for this livestream and be a part of the convention from the comfort of your own home! Get some sample discussion questions and find out how it relates to the Journey you are doing on page 2 of the flyer!

ToGetHer Boating - Oct 26

Come join us on Newport Dunes to learn boating and nautical skills!

Did you ever want to know how to paddle a canoe? Row a boat? Sail a sabot? Or kayak? This is the workshop for you! Register by Oct 13th.

Camp Scherman

Camp Scherman Named Best Overnight Camp

Camp Scherman was just named Best Overnight Camp by Parenting OC Magazine for the fourth time! Don't miss your chance to get away from it all at a weekend camp this fall!

FALL 2014 WEEKEND CAMPS

Click here for a complete listing and more information on all weekend camps Don't forget that you can use your cookie dough to pay for camp. Come up and experience camp as a troop during a weekend camp or for your own adventure during a weekend camp with you and your parent. During all weekend camps all campers must be accompanied by troop leaders and or parents for the duration of the weekend.

WEEKEND CAMP SPOTLIGHTS:

Games Galore- Oct 3-5

IS playing games your thing? Like to run, dodge and capture the other teams flag? Spend time learning and playing new and exciting games and revisit some great games of the past, all while still enjoying the other programming options that are offered at camp ... Ready? Tag, you're it! Cost: $104 per person. All weekend camps must have proper girl: adult ratios. Register Now

Create Your Weekend Camp- Oct 3-5, Nov 14-16, Dec 5-7
Whether you are new to camp, or you are a weekend camp warrior, unplug from your busy life and recharge at Camp Scherman. Hang out on the lake or at the museum. You get to create your schedule of activities, be as busy or relaxed as you like. This is your weekend- choose your own adventure and have a weekend to remember! Cost: $104 per person. All weekend camps must have proper girl: adult ratios. Register Now!

GSOC Shop

Click here to check out all the new accessories we have and get your troop decked out in time for the new troop year!

Don't forget to stop by the shop when you come to the Open House this Saturday, when we launch our new Shop Local Fun Patches! Every time you shop online, pick up an order at our Yorba Linda, Comadres, or Anaheim program centers, or shop at our Irvine or Yorba Linda shops, you'll receive a fun patch!

Troop 2088 is featured in the September issue of the Ladera Times (pg 20) supporting a local anti-bullying campaign that is distributing free wristbands around the community. Way to raise awareness ladies!

Share your photos on our facebook page!

Icon Guide

Check the icon to determine which Girl Scout level an announcement applies.

GS Levels