Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Springfield Overnight Deadline Approaching

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts in connection with the Springfield Science Museum is hosting an overnight for Brownies & Junior Scouts on Friday, May 21 from 6 p.m. through Saturday, May 22 at 9 a.m.
Girls will discover a variety of nature and science related information while connecting with sister Girl Scouts and participating in fun, hands on activities.
Girls will sleep beside a coral reef or next to live animals or the Tyrannosaurus.
An evening pizza party and light breakfast is included.
Everyone views the planetarium show and screen prints their own t-shirt.
Girls will complete requirements for a Try It or badge.
The cost of the badge is not included.
Free and secure parking is available.
This event is for groups and individual Scouts, including Juliette Scouts.
Registration fee is $35 per Scout and $30 per leader and adult.
Troops please adhere to safety-wise ratios.
Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Registration deadline is May 7 or when 120 people have registered.
To register: Contact Amanda at 413-263-6800 x385 or camp-in@springfieldmuseums.org.

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Today is National Girl Scout Leader Day

Today is National Girl Scout Leader's Day. The day honors all the volunteers who work as leaders and mentors in partnership with girls. Girls, their families, and communities should find a special way to thank their adult Girl Scout volunteers.

Monday, April 19, 2010

Celebrate National Trails Day at Camp Virginia in Bolton on Sunday June 6

Community Service National Trails Day is a community service day when people come together to clear the trails they love.
Join other Girl Scouts and their families out on the trail. We'll be moving brush and debris, putting up trail blazes, and taking care of the land.
Patches may be available for purchase.
Date: Jun 06, from 12:30 to 5 p.m.
Program Level: Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior, Ambassador
Grades: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Category: Outdoor Adventures Camp
Location: Camp Virginia, Route 85, Bolton, MA 01740
Fee: FREE

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Drumlin Farm Event for Daisies, Brownies and Junior Scouts on May 1

Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is holding a Food For Thought event at Drumlin farm in Lincoln for Daisy, Brownie, & Junior Scouts on Saturday, May 1. There are 2 sessions 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m.
Explore fields, gardens, barns and trails as you discover life on this local farm. Work with Teacher Naturalists as they engage in daily chores and other related activities. Learn how and why we grow and raise what we do and the journey of farm animals and crops to your home. Enjoy a hayride and taste some farm fresh treats!
This program will satisfy requirements towards Try-Its and Badges, but they are not included in the registration fees.
This event is for Troops and individual Scouts. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult. Juliette Scouts may also register.
Event # 4766
Registration fee is $8 per Scout and $8 per Leader or adult volunteer.

Registration will end on April 23 or at 50 Scouts.
To register visit the Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts Web site. Fill out the online registration form and pre-pay with a credit card.

Freedom Trail Event on Saturday, May 1

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is holding a Walk into History - Boston Freedom Trail event for Brownie through Ambassador Scout levels on Saturday, May 1.
The event begins at 10:30 a.m. at the Boston Common Visitor Center, at 128 Tremont Street. Juliette Scouts and individual scouts may also register, if an adult attends with them.
Get Real. Listen to exciting tales while walking the Freedom Trail! Explore 13 of 16 stops, guided by an interpreter. Walk away with a patch and a great experience.
Walk ends at Old North Church at about 1 p.m.
Please limit number of adults to minimum required with safety-wise rules.
Registration fee is $16 per Scout and $15 per leader/adult.
Registration deadline is about one week prior to the event.
To register, visit the GSEM Web site, click on programs. Fill out the online registration form, and pre-pay with a credit card.

Sunday, April 11, 2010

Girl Scout Day At Roger Williams Zoo on Saturday, May 8

Calling all Scouts! Spend an adventurous day at the Roger Williams Zoo in Providence, Rhode island with fellow Girl Scouts on Saturday, May 8.
Participate in interactive stations that will help you to complete a variety of badge requirements while you’re surrounded by a zoo full of fascinating animals. Meet special guest presenters, zoo staff and some very cool critters.
Souvenir patch is included!
Registration fee is $14 per Scout. Leaders and adults are $10.
Pre-registration is required and payment is due upon registration.
Registration deadline is April 19. There will be a late fee of $5 per scout after that date.
Sorry, no refunds.
Registration forms www.rwpzoo.org and by mail.
For more information, call Jen at 401-785-3510 ext. 352 or e-mail at jkarow@rwpzoo.org

Friday, April 9, 2010

Brownie Registration for Lorax Program in Ashland Closes Tuesday, April 13

Love Dr. Seuss? Read The Lorax in an exciting new way! Create your own story about weird and wacky plants and animals and make your own portable "greenhouse" to take home. (This is a non-patch event.)
This Council-sponsored Brownie program is scheduled for Thursday, April 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. at camp Winnetaska, off Olive Street, in Ashland.
It is for Brownies and Juliette Scouts in grades 2 & 3. Troops and individual Scouts may register. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult. Troop leaders and adults are expected to help with the program.
Registration fee is $7 per Scout. Leaders and adults are free.
To register, visit the GSEM Web Site, click on programs. Fill out the online registration form, and pre-pay with a credit card.