OSV Scout Day: “The Legend of Sleepy HollowLives on … in 1830”
Saturday, November 6, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Old Sturbridge Village
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This fall event is for Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and their families who want to learn about America’s past. It was in 1820 that Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow was first published, thrilling audiences with its mystery, action, and horror! This ghoulish short story tells the tale of a Hessian soldier who comes back to haunt a small rural community while looking for the head that he lost during a Revolutionary War battle.
Learn about this tale and its time through storytelling, demonstrations and hands-on activities.
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Program Levels: Daisies through Ambassadors, and Juliette Scouts in grades K-12
Sign-up by: November 5
Cost: $7 per Scout ($10 includes patch) $7 per Leader and adult volunteer (NOTE: only 1 adult per Scout. Additional adults are $20.)
To Register: Visit www.osv.org or contact Kathy Kime at 508-347-0335.
There is no minimum or maximum required for this event.
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Monday, October 11, 2010
Daisy Workshop on Nov. 13 in Worcester
Treasured Earth on Saturday, November 13, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Worcester Art Museum.
See how artists have treasured our natural world in centuries of paintings. In the studio, use recycled resources to create and decorate a box for your own treasures. Have fun exploring the galleries and making art in the museum’s studios.
This program can go towards the green Learning Petal (Use ResourcesWisely) and fits nicely into to the Earth and Sky Daisy Journey.
Program includes a custom tailored, 30-minute guided tour followed by a 90-minute creative studio activity.
Program Level: Daisies & Juliette Scouts in K & 1
Cost: $20 per Daisy
To Register: Contact Worcester Art Museum (Education Dept) at 508-793-4333.
Registration will remain open until full or 2 weeks prior to the event.
A minimum of 7 girls is required for each program, with a maximum of 40 girls per program. Registration is open to groups and individuals attending with an adult.
See how artists have treasured our natural world in centuries of paintings. In the studio, use recycled resources to create and decorate a box for your own treasures. Have fun exploring the galleries and making art in the museum’s studios.
This program can go towards the green Learning Petal (Use ResourcesWisely) and fits nicely into to the Earth and Sky Daisy Journey.
Program includes a custom tailored, 30-minute guided tour followed by a 90-minute creative studio activity.
Program Level: Daisies & Juliette Scouts in K & 1
Cost: $20 per Daisy
To Register: Contact Worcester Art Museum (Education Dept) at 508-793-4333.
Registration will remain open until full or 2 weeks prior to the event.
A minimum of 7 girls is required for each program, with a maximum of 40 girls per program. Registration is open to groups and individuals attending with an adult.
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Amazing Relationship Workshop in Worcester on Oct. 28 for Cadette Scouts
aMAZING Relationships: Thursday, Oct. 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Worcester Service Center
The goal of this program is to help teens be safe as they develop healthy relationships with friends. A professional teen counselor will guide girls through games, activities and role plays to help them understand the attitudes and behaviors associated with dating abuse and violence and to correct them. While they’ll learn to identify healthy and unhealthy relationships and how to help friends who are in unhealthy relationships, they’ll also get a chance to talk about the myths surrounding teen dating violence and sexual assault and how to challenge others, by being an active bystander.
Some requirements from the aMAZE Journey will be met during this interactive session.
Please note that this program contains sensitive topics and will require a “Sensitive Issues” permission slip from each girl’s parent/guardian.
Program Levels: Cadettes Only (Juliette Scouts may also register)
Attend As: Individual w/no Adult
Deadline to register is Oct. 22 or when 40 Scouts have registered.
Cost: $3 per Cadette Scout
To register, visit the Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts Web site.
Registration and payment can be completed online.
The goal of this program is to help teens be safe as they develop healthy relationships with friends. A professional teen counselor will guide girls through games, activities and role plays to help them understand the attitudes and behaviors associated with dating abuse and violence and to correct them. While they’ll learn to identify healthy and unhealthy relationships and how to help friends who are in unhealthy relationships, they’ll also get a chance to talk about the myths surrounding teen dating violence and sexual assault and how to challenge others, by being an active bystander.
Some requirements from the aMAZE Journey will be met during this interactive session.
Please note that this program contains sensitive topics and will require a “Sensitive Issues” permission slip from each girl’s parent/guardian.
Program Levels: Cadettes Only (Juliette Scouts may also register)
Attend As: Individual w/no Adult
Deadline to register is Oct. 22 or when 40 Scouts have registered.
Cost: $3 per Cadette Scout
To register, visit the Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts Web site.
Registration and payment can be completed online.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Saturday, March 27, 2010
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Wild Women Weekend Overnight on June 12-13
Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is holding a Wild Women Weekend for all Scout levels at Camp Bonnie Brae in East Otis from 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 12 to Sunday, June 13 at 10 a.m. Juliette Scouts may also register.
PROGRAM: Girls and women only - join us at CBB for a WILD weekend. We'll have a mix of adventurous activities like boating and a visit to the challenge course, but you'll also get the chance to pamper yourself a bit at our "camp spa."
The evening will not be complete until we get our groove on to some wildly wonderful karaoke!! This weekend is for girls and their mother, aunts, grandmothers, troops, and all female Girl Scouts that want to have a WILD time at camp!
Troops and Individual Scouts may register. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.For Groups & Girls w/ Adult
Event #4825
Registration cost is $35 per PERSON.
Registration will end when 120 people have registered or on May 24.
To register, visit the GSCWM Web site, fill out the online registration form, pre-pay with a credit card.
PROGRAM: Girls and women only - join us at CBB for a WILD weekend. We'll have a mix of adventurous activities like boating and a visit to the challenge course, but you'll also get the chance to pamper yourself a bit at our "camp spa."
The evening will not be complete until we get our groove on to some wildly wonderful karaoke!! This weekend is for girls and their mother, aunts, grandmothers, troops, and all female Girl Scouts that want to have a WILD time at camp!
Troops and Individual Scouts may register. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.For Groups & Girls w/ Adult
Event #4825
Registration cost is $35 per PERSON.
Registration will end when 120 people have registered or on May 24.
To register, visit the GSCWM Web site, fill out the online registration form, pre-pay with a credit card.
White Water Rafting for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts on Sunday, June 6
Paddle, Pole and Role program for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts at Crab Apple White Water Rafting in Charlemont on Sunday, June 6 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may also register.
PADDLE, POLE, & ROLE INTEREST PROJECT: This full-day program allows Girl Scouts to earn the Paddle Pole & Roll Interest Project using inflatable kayaks and professional instructors. The morning session includes instruction, on-water practice and relay races in the reservoir behind the base camp. The afternoon is spent paddling inflatable kayaks, "Funyaks" 8 miles down an easy stretch of the Deerfield River.
Follow-up work at home completes the IP requirements.
For Troops and individual Scouts. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Event #4821
Registration cost is $55 per Scout and $55 per leader/adult.
Registration will end when 50 people have registered or on May 14.
To register: Contact Crab Apple at 800-553-RAFT and ask about the Paddle, Pole & Role program; for additional dates, current prices, information and reservations.
PADDLE, POLE, & ROLE INTEREST PROJECT: This full-day program allows Girl Scouts to earn the Paddle Pole & Roll Interest Project using inflatable kayaks and professional instructors. The morning session includes instruction, on-water practice and relay races in the reservoir behind the base camp. The afternoon is spent paddling inflatable kayaks, "Funyaks" 8 miles down an easy stretch of the Deerfield River.
Follow-up work at home completes the IP requirements.
For Troops and individual Scouts. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Event #4821
Registration cost is $55 per Scout and $55 per leader/adult.
Registration will end when 50 people have registered or on May 14.
To register: Contact Crab Apple at 800-553-RAFT and ask about the Paddle, Pole & Role program; for additional dates, current prices, information and reservations.
Monday, March 22, 2010
Swim & Fun Overnight Program for Brownies on June 12-13
Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is offering a Swim & Fun Overnight program at the Worcester YWCA on Saturday, June 12 from 7 p.m. until Sunday, June 13 to 9 a.m. for Brownie Scouts.
PROGRAM: The Synchro-maids of the YWCA have planned a night of fun and activities for you! Activities will include swimming, dance, crafts, indoor sports and more! Scouts will also have a chance to watch a few routines performed by the Synchro-maids synchronized swim team and try 'synchro' yourself! Includes all activities, drinks, pizza, snack and breakfast.
This event is really for Troops. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules.
Individual Scouts may register, but it is recommended they registered with a buddy.
Event # 4824
Registration is $25 per scout.
Registration will close when 60 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact YWCA, Patty Flanagan, at 508-767-2505 x3021 or pflanagan@ywcaworcester.org.
PROGRAM: The Synchro-maids of the YWCA have planned a night of fun and activities for you! Activities will include swimming, dance, crafts, indoor sports and more! Scouts will also have a chance to watch a few routines performed by the Synchro-maids synchronized swim team and try 'synchro' yourself! Includes all activities, drinks, pizza, snack and breakfast.
This event is really for Troops. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules.
Individual Scouts may register, but it is recommended they registered with a buddy.
Event # 4824
Registration is $25 per scout.
Registration will close when 60 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact YWCA, Patty Flanagan, at 508-767-2505 x3021 or pflanagan@ywcaworcester.org.
Sundown Safari at Southwick's Zoo on May 22 for Daisy, Brownie, & Junior Scouts
Sundown Safari Program for Daisy, Brownie, & Junior Scouts at Southwick's zoo in Mendon on Saturday night, May 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. Juliette Scouts in grades K-5 may also register for this special program by the Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts Council.
PROGRAM: Zoo staff will guide you through an after-hours adventure. Go behind the scenes with an exciting tour that brings you up close and personal with many exotic species. Scouts will learn about the history of the zoo, captive versus wild environments, exhibit design, adaptations, animal behaviors, enrichment and healthy diets. Some of the animals that we'll focus on are: tortoises, giraffes, parrots, kangaroos, monkeys, chimps, white rhinos and large cats.Bring your flashlights!
This event is for Troops and Individual Scouts. Troops must adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Event #4808
Registration cost is $20 per Scout and $20 per leader & adult volunteer.
Registration will end when 80 Scouts have registered or on April 23.
To register: Contact Southwick's Zoo Earth Ltd. Discovery Center at 800-258-9182 x208 or x209 or earth@earthltd.org.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Horsemanship Program on May 22
Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is offering a Horsemanship Basics program on Saturday, may 22 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Biscuit Hill Farm in Shelburne, Massachusetts. The program is for Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior & Ambassador Scouts. (Sorry, no Daisies). Juliette Scouts in grades 2-12 may also registered.
PROGRAM: Learn about grooming, leading, safety, equine behavior, tacking up and more in this half-day workshop at Biscuit Hill Farm in Shelburne. This will be a chance to work towards horse related badges or to just have fun and learn about horses and then get a chance to ride one.
Be sure to wear hard sole shoes.
Helmets will be provided for any participants that do not own one.
For Troops and Individual Scouts. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Event # 4805
Registration cost is $22 per Scout.
Registration is for the first 22 Scouts or until April 30.
To register, visit the GSCWM Web site, fill out the online registration form, and pre-pay with a credit card.
PROGRAM: Learn about grooming, leading, safety, equine behavior, tacking up and more in this half-day workshop at Biscuit Hill Farm in Shelburne. This will be a chance to work towards horse related badges or to just have fun and learn about horses and then get a chance to ride one.
Be sure to wear hard sole shoes.
Helmets will be provided for any participants that do not own one.
For Troops and Individual Scouts. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
Event # 4805
Registration cost is $22 per Scout.
Registration is for the first 22 Scouts or until April 30.
To register, visit the GSCWM Web site, fill out the online registration form, and pre-pay with a credit card.
Monday, March 15, 2010
Horse Riding Program for Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Scouts on May 8
Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is offering Horse Sense Riding Lessons for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts on Saturday, May 8 at half-hour intervals between noon and 2 p.m.
PROGRAM: Learn how to mount, dismount, walk, turn and stop. Another step towards earning your Horse Sense IP. This program includes an introductory 1/2 hour lesson and is immediately following the Horse Sense program (see Horse Sense program description). Your lesson time will vary depending on the number of girls who sign up.
For Troops and individual Scouts. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult. Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may also register
Event # 4783
Registration fee is $15 per Scout.
Registration deadline is April 17 or when 25 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact Camp Marshall at 508-885-4891 or programs@campmarshall.org
PROGRAM: Learn how to mount, dismount, walk, turn and stop. Another step towards earning your Horse Sense IP. This program includes an introductory 1/2 hour lesson and is immediately following the Horse Sense program (see Horse Sense program description). Your lesson time will vary depending on the number of girls who sign up.
For Troops and individual Scouts. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult. Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may also register
Event # 4783
Registration fee is $15 per Scout.
Registration deadline is April 17 or when 25 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact Camp Marshall at 508-885-4891 or programs@campmarshall.org
Horse Sense IP Program on May 8 in Spencer
Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is hosting a Horse Sense Program on Saturday, May 8 from 9 a.m. to noon at Camp Marshall in Spencer for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts. Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may also register. Troops and individual Scouts may register. Troops must adhere to safety wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
PROGRAM: Work towards your Horse Sense IP in this super-fun horse program! Scouts will learn horse safety, standard horse etiquette, grooming and leading a horse. Scout also will explore the tack room and learn about the equipment and its care.
IPs can be purchased separately from the council store.
An optional introductory 1/2 hour lesson is also available directly after this program (see Horse Sense Riding Lesson program description).
Event #4782
Registration cost is $20 per Scout.
Registration deadline is April 17 or when 25 Scouts register.
To register: Contact Camp Marshall at 508-885-4891 or programs@campmarshall.org
PROGRAM: Work towards your Horse Sense IP in this super-fun horse program! Scouts will learn horse safety, standard horse etiquette, grooming and leading a horse. Scout also will explore the tack room and learn about the equipment and its care.
IPs can be purchased separately from the council store.
An optional introductory 1/2 hour lesson is also available directly after this program (see Horse Sense Riding Lesson program description).
Event #4782
Registration cost is $20 per Scout.
Registration deadline is April 17 or when 25 Scouts register.
To register: Contact Camp Marshall at 508-885-4891 or programs@campmarshall.org
Plant Life IP Program on Saturday, June 5
Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is holding a Plant Life IP Program on Saturday, June 5 at Tower Hill Botanical Gardens in Boylston for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts room 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may register. Troops and individual Scouts may register. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with adult.
PROGRAM: Explore the world of plants and gardening at Tower Hill Botanic Garden. Find out what you need to start your own garden while you try out different kinds of gardening tools, learn about different soils, garden pests and more. Discover the beauty of nature at Tower Hill through a guided tour and go home with a new plant ... one that wasn’t grown from a seed!
Scouts will complete five of the requirements for the Plant Life Interest Project. The patch will be provided, however you will need to complete additional activities on your own to fully earn the award.
Event # 4816
Registration cost is $12 per Scout and $8 per leader/adult.
Registration deadline is May 7 or when 50 Scouts have registered.
Register online at the GSCWM Web site. Fill out on the online registration form & pre-pay with a credit card.
Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may register. Troops and individual Scouts may register. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with adult.
PROGRAM: Explore the world of plants and gardening at Tower Hill Botanic Garden. Find out what you need to start your own garden while you try out different kinds of gardening tools, learn about different soils, garden pests and more. Discover the beauty of nature at Tower Hill through a guided tour and go home with a new plant ... one that wasn’t grown from a seed!
Scouts will complete five of the requirements for the Plant Life Interest Project. The patch will be provided, however you will need to complete additional activities on your own to fully earn the award.
Event # 4816
Registration cost is $12 per Scout and $8 per leader/adult.
Registration deadline is May 7 or when 50 Scouts have registered.
Register online at the GSCWM Web site. Fill out on the online registration form & pre-pay with a credit card.
Worcester Swim Overnight on May 29-30
Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts & the Worcester YWCA have teamed up for a special Swim & Fun Overnight Program for Brownie & Junior Scouts on Saturday May 29 starting at 7 p.m. until Sunday, May 30 at 9 a.m.
PROGRAM: The Synchro-maids of the YWCA have planned a night of fun and activities for you! Activities will include swimming, dance, crafts, indoor sports and more! You'll also have a chance to watch a few routines performed by the Synchro-maids synchronized swim team and try 'synchro' yourself! Registration price includes all activities, drinks, pizza, snack, and breakfast.
This event is more for Troops, but call and ask about Individual Scout spots.
Event # 4809
Registration is $25 per Scout.
Registration is ongoing until 60 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact YWCA, Patty Flanagan, at 508-767-2505 x3021 or pflanagan@ywcaworcester.org
PROGRAM: The Synchro-maids of the YWCA have planned a night of fun and activities for you! Activities will include swimming, dance, crafts, indoor sports and more! You'll also have a chance to watch a few routines performed by the Synchro-maids synchronized swim team and try 'synchro' yourself! Registration price includes all activities, drinks, pizza, snack, and breakfast.
This event is more for Troops, but call and ask about Individual Scout spots.
Event # 4809
Registration is $25 per Scout.
Registration is ongoing until 60 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact YWCA, Patty Flanagan, at 508-767-2505 x3021 or pflanagan@ywcaworcester.org
Buttonwood Zoo Overnight program for Brownies on May 15-16
Things that Go Bump in the Night program at the Buttonwood Park zoo in New Bedford for Brownies on Saturday, May 15 at 6 p.m. until Sunday, May 16 at 9 a.m. Sponsored by Girl scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts Council, Juliette Scouts in grades 2 & 3 may also register. Troops and individual Scouts may register. Each Troop must provide a trained over night leader and a first aider. Each Troop must also provide 1 adult for every 5 Scouts. Individual Scout may registers but must attend with a legal guardian.
PROGRAM: Have you ever wondered just what exactly those things that go bump in the night are? Learn about unique creatures of the night and the spectacular ways they are adapted for life under the cover of darkness. While learning about nocturnal animal adaptations, participants will explore their own sensory abilities and even dissect an owl pellet! Girls will meet the requirements for their Animals and Senses Try-Its (not included) at this awesome Flashlight Adventure! Participation patch provided which allows free zoo admission through 2011.
Event # 4796
Registration cost is $55 per person, including Scouts & adults.
Registration deadline is April 16 or when 60 people have registered.
Register online at the GSCWM Web site. Fill out the online registration form and pre-pay with a credit card.
PROGRAM: Have you ever wondered just what exactly those things that go bump in the night are? Learn about unique creatures of the night and the spectacular ways they are adapted for life under the cover of darkness. While learning about nocturnal animal adaptations, participants will explore their own sensory abilities and even dissect an owl pellet! Girls will meet the requirements for their Animals and Senses Try-Its (not included) at this awesome Flashlight Adventure! Participation patch provided which allows free zoo admission through 2011.
Event # 4796
Registration cost is $55 per person, including Scouts & adults.
Registration deadline is April 16 or when 60 people have registered.
Register online at the GSCWM Web site. Fill out the online registration form and pre-pay with a credit card.
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Gardens Galore Program on May 29th for Daisy Scouts
Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts is hosting a Gardens Galore program for Daisy Scouts at Tower Hill Botanic Garden in Bolyston on Saturday, May 29 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Juliette Scouts in grades K & 1 may also register. Troops and Individual Scouts may register. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules.
PROGRAM: Search for colors and shapes on the beautiful grounds of Tower Hill Botanic Garden. Garden games and songs add to the fun. Plant some flower or vegetable seeds to take home and start your own garden! A nice tie-in with the Daisy Flower Garden Journey and a fun, informative program for the girls! A participation patch is included.
Event # 4804
Registration is $12 per Scout and $8 per leader and or adult.
Registration ends on April 30 or when 50 Scouts have registered.
To register visit the GSCWM Web site and fill out the online registration form and pre-pay with a credit card.
PROGRAM: Search for colors and shapes on the beautiful grounds of Tower Hill Botanic Garden. Garden games and songs add to the fun. Plant some flower or vegetable seeds to take home and start your own garden! A nice tie-in with the Daisy Flower Garden Journey and a fun, informative program for the girls! A participation patch is included.
Event # 4804
Registration is $12 per Scout and $8 per leader and or adult.
Registration ends on April 30 or when 50 Scouts have registered.
To register visit the GSCWM Web site and fill out the online registration form and pre-pay with a credit card.
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Old Sturbridge Village Host Girl Scout Day on March 27
Old Sturbridge Village Hosts Girl Scout Day on March 27
Many of the Try-It workshops, Badge Workshops, and other workshops have sold out, but Girl Scouts can still register up until Friday, March 26 for the special reduced admission price of just $7.
Girl Scout Day is for Girl Scouts of all ages who are interested in learning more about multi-culturalism in New England in the early 19th century. Learn about how minority women paved a way for themselves and those after them. Meet Molly Geet, a Native American Doctress; Mumbet, a slave who fought for her freedom in the Massachusetts court system and won; and Mary Culligan, an Irish Immigrant and hired-hand.
Also, inspired by Women's History Month, girls can explore the everyday lives of girls and women through demonstrations and performances! Visit the animals and the costumed Villagers throughout the Countryside and the Center Village.
If time permits, consider making a quick craft in the Hands-on Crafts Center at $5-10 per activity - first come, first served; some age and safety restrictions apply.
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•This event is for Groups and Individual Scouts w/an Adult - Family Members too!
•Admission is $7 per Scout (ages 5-17); one adult per Scout also pays the special $7 Scout Day rate. Additional Adults pay the Adult Admission rate of $20.
(Admission rate includes most Village activities and an Old Sturbridge Village patch for the Scout.) Members, Sturbridge residents, and children under three are free
•We request that Scouts wear their uniforms.
•Scouts will receive an activity sheet to complete during their visit. Once completed, Scouts go to the Gift Shop to receive an OSV patch.
Many of the Try-It workshops, Badge Workshops, and other workshops have sold out, but Girl Scouts can still register up until Friday, March 26 for the special reduced admission price of just $7.
Girl Scout Day is for Girl Scouts of all ages who are interested in learning more about multi-culturalism in New England in the early 19th century. Learn about how minority women paved a way for themselves and those after them. Meet Molly Geet, a Native American Doctress; Mumbet, a slave who fought for her freedom in the Massachusetts court system and won; and Mary Culligan, an Irish Immigrant and hired-hand.
Also, inspired by Women's History Month, girls can explore the everyday lives of girls and women through demonstrations and performances! Visit the animals and the costumed Villagers throughout the Countryside and the Center Village.
If time permits, consider making a quick craft in the Hands-on Crafts Center at $5-10 per activity - first come, first served; some age and safety restrictions apply.
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•This event is for Groups and Individual Scouts w/an Adult - Family Members too!
•Admission is $7 per Scout (ages 5-17); one adult per Scout also pays the special $7 Scout Day rate. Additional Adults pay the Adult Admission rate of $20.
(Admission rate includes most Village activities and an Old Sturbridge Village patch for the Scout.) Members, Sturbridge residents, and children under three are free
•We request that Scouts wear their uniforms.
•Scouts will receive an activity sheet to complete during their visit. Once completed, Scouts go to the Gift Shop to receive an OSV patch.
Sundown Safari Program at Southwick's Zoo on Saturday night, May 15
Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts and Southwick's Zoo in Mendon is hosting a Sundown Safari for Cadette, Senior, & Ambassador Scouts on Saturday night from 6 to 8. Juliette Scouts in grades 6-12 may also register. This event is for Troops and individual Scouts. Troops must adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult.
PROGRAM: Zoo staff will guide Scouts through an after-hours adventure. Go behind the scenes with an exciting tour that brings you up close and personal with many exotic species. Scouts will learn about the history of the zoo, captive versus wild environments, exhibit design, adaptations, animal behaviors, enrichment and healthy diets. Some of the animals that we'll focus on are: tortoises, giraffes, parrots, kangaroos, monkeys, chimps, white rhinos and large cats. Bring your flashlights!
Event # 4795
Registration fee is $20 per Scout and $20 per leader or adult.
Registration will end on April 16 or when 80 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact Southwick's Zoo Earth Ltd. Discovery Center at 800-258-9182 x208 or x209 or earth@earthltd.org
PROGRAM: Zoo staff will guide Scouts through an after-hours adventure. Go behind the scenes with an exciting tour that brings you up close and personal with many exotic species. Scouts will learn about the history of the zoo, captive versus wild environments, exhibit design, adaptations, animal behaviors, enrichment and healthy diets. Some of the animals that we'll focus on are: tortoises, giraffes, parrots, kangaroos, monkeys, chimps, white rhinos and large cats. Bring your flashlights!
Event # 4795
Registration fee is $20 per Scout and $20 per leader or adult.
Registration will end on April 16 or when 80 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact Southwick's Zoo Earth Ltd. Discovery Center at 800-258-9182 x208 or x209 or earth@earthltd.org
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
For the Birds Workshop for Junior Scouts on Saturday, May 15 in Worcester
Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts Council is offering a For the Birds badge Workshop for Junior Scouts at Broad Meadow Brook in Worcester on Saturday, May 15, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Juliette Scouts in grades 4 & 5 also may register. Troops and individual Scouts may register. Troops should adhere to safety-wise rules. Individual Scouts must attend with an adult. Adults may be expected to help at the workshop.
Badge workshop: Become an ornithologist (a person who studies birds) while earning Our Council's Own For the Birds Badge as we explore the fascinating world of birds. Learn about beak adaptations, bird calls, feathers, migrations and so much more. Learn from naturalists and go for a hike on the sanctuary grounds for a bit of bird watching!
The badge is not included in the registration price and must be purchased at GSCWM Store, like Worcester.
Event #4792
Registration fee is $8 per Scout. Leaders and adults are free.
Registration deadline is May 14 or when 30 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact Mass Audubon Society at 508-753-6087 or sfarnam@massaudubon.org
Badge workshop: Become an ornithologist (a person who studies birds) while earning Our Council's Own For the Birds Badge as we explore the fascinating world of birds. Learn about beak adaptations, bird calls, feathers, migrations and so much more. Learn from naturalists and go for a hike on the sanctuary grounds for a bit of bird watching!
The badge is not included in the registration price and must be purchased at GSCWM Store, like Worcester.
Event #4792
Registration fee is $8 per Scout. Leaders and adults are free.
Registration deadline is May 14 or when 30 Scouts have registered.
To register: Contact Mass Audubon Society at 508-753-6087 or sfarnam@massaudubon.org
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