August 2016 - Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council

Troop Program Ideas
August 2016
New! Troop Program Ideas are extended
now to include upcoming activities.
Things to celebrate!
August
August 5 August 9 August 18 August 21 Summer Olympics begin in Rio
Book Lover’s Day
Bad Poetry Day
Senior Citizen’s Day
September
September 1 Emma M. Nutt Day, the first woman telephone operator
September 5 Labor Day
September 8 International Literacy Day
September 10 Swap Ideas Day
September 13 Positive Thinking Day
September 22 Business Women’s Day
What can a
woman do?
Can a woman fly an
airplane?
Yes, she can, yes she can!
Can a woman build a
building?
Yes, she can, yes she can!
Can a woman fight a fire?
Can a woman change a
tire?
Can a woman lead a choir?
Yes she can, yes she can!
Can a woman be a lawyer?
Yes, she can, yes she can!
Can a woman fix an engine?
Yes, she can, yes she can!
Can a woman be a drummer?
Can a woman be a plumber?
Can she play ball in the summer?
Yes, she can, yes she can!
…
Find more versus for this song by going
to:
www.scoutsongs.com/lyrics/
canawoman.html#ixzz46OixWtcW
Recipe/snack idea:
American fruit flag
Show pride for your country–and
your health–with this tasty treat!
What You Need:
7 Skewers
1 Banana
10 Strawberries
20 Blueberries
Directions:
1. Take your seven skewers and line
them parallel to each other. Take a
moment to visualize how you will
skewer your friend to create an
American Flag (can also be done
for other flags).
2. Slice your banana into 17
individual pieces, then half your
strawberries.
3. Skewer your fruit alternating
banana and strawberries so that
when the skewers are align they
form stripes. Don’t forget to leave
space on the first four for your blueberries! They’ll serve as stars with our stripes of
strawberries and bananas.
4. Admire your tasty creation, and don’t forget to take a picture! Then eat and enjoy.
Tin can wind socks
What you’ll need:
One tin can
Paint
Ribbons
Glue or tape
String or cord
Directions:
The first thing to do is make sure there is nothing in the
cans. Wash them thoroughly and remove the labels.
With your can prepped, paint it blue, allow to dry,
and then paint white stars all over your can.
Once the paint is dried, take your red and white
streamers and fasten them with tape or glue to the
rim of the can.
On the bottom of the can, take a nail and hammer two holes for you to tie your string
to. Loop the string through the holes to provide a handle to hang the windsock from.
Flag Ceremony
www.girlscouts.org/en/about-girl-scouts/traditions/ceremonies.html#flag
A flag ceremony honors the American flag as the symbol of our country and all the hopes, dreams, and people it represents. If
your group includes girls from other countries, they can honor their flags, too, and conduct an international flag ceremony. Flag
ceremonies may be used for:
• Opening or closing meetings
• Opening or closing special events
• Beginning or closing a day
• Honoring a special occasion or special person
• Retiring a worn flag
Flag ceremonies may take place in meeting rooms, outdoor settings, large auditoriums, onstage or even on horseback. The
American flag is carried by a color guard for protection during a flag ceremony. All flag ceremonies share one thing—respect
for the flag.
Terms used in a flag
ceremony
The color bearer (or flag bearer) is the
person who carries the flag. There is one
color bearer for each flag used in the
ceremony.
The color guard is a team that guards the
flags. Any even number of guards may
be used, but usually four or six girls are
sufficient.
The Girl Scout in charge (or caller) is a
designated Girl Scout who announces or
calls each part of the ceremony.
Flag ceremony
guidelines
Keep it simple. Emphasis needs to be
on respect for the flag rather than on
the commands or techniques. Adults
can ask girls these questions when
planning:
• Who will carry the flag?
• Who will the color guards be?
• Who will give the directions for the ceremony?
• What song will you sing? Who will sound the pitch and start the song?
• Will a poem or quotation be included? Who will say or read it?
• After the Pledge of Allegiance, will the Girl Scout Promise and Law be said?
• What order will the ceremony follow?
• When will the group practice?
• Where will the flags be placed at the end of the ceremony?
Handling the flag of the United States of America
Display of the American flag is governed by law to ensure that it will be treated with
the respect due the flag of a great nation. This is known as the United States Flag
Code. Some of the rules most useful for Girl Scouts are:
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highest point of the group when a number of flags of states or localities or pennants of societies are grouped and displayed from staffs.
When the flags are posted in stands or raised on a pole, the American flag is always kept higher than other flags, so it is placed in its stand after other flags
are lowered into their standards, or it is raised up a pole first. When it’s time to
retire the colors, the American flag is taken out of its stand first so it remains
the highest flag at all times.
The flag, when carried in a procession with other flags, should be either on the
marching right or, if there is a line of other flags, in front of the center of that
line
When you display the flag on a wall or in a window where people can see it
from the street, it should be displayed flat with the blue part at the top and on
the flag’s own right (which is the observer’s left).
When displayed after dark, the flag should be illuminated.
The flag is to be hoisted briskly and lowered slowly, with dignity.
The flag should never be allowed to touch anything beneath it, nor should it
ever be carried flat or horizontally—always aloft and free.
Never use the flag as a cover or place anything on top of it.
No disrespect of any kind should be shown to the flag of the United States. It
should be kept clean.
Girl and Troop Activities
NEW: Activities registration in eBusiness will close July 31. Beginning August 8, registration for activities will occur in the new Activities Tab in MyGS.
Go to www.gssjc.org and select the “MyGS” tab, log in to “Member Profile” then select “Activities.” If you have a question about your activity, contact
713-292-0370 or 1-800-392-4340. If you have a problem with your login, contact Customer Service at 713-292-0300 or [email protected].
Bring: For all events, bring Permission Slip F-204 and Medical Form F-185 for each girl and the Adult Emergency Form F-22 for each adult.
Attention Daisy Leaders! Look for the Daisy in this section for activities that Daisies can attend.
First Aid Badge Workshops for
Brownies and Juniors
Brownies, Juniors and their chaperones are
invited to attend this fun and informative
workshop. Girls will take a tour of a medical
facility, visit with medical staff, take a peek
inside of an ambulance and complete the
requirements for their First Aid badge. All girls will receive the
First Aid badge for their level.
Who: Brownies, Juniors and their chaperones. Adults must register as well.
When: 10 a.m. – noon.
Sept. 25, Oct. 22 (Registration opens week of Aug. 8.)
Cost:
$11/girl; $1/adult
Where: Signature Care - Montrose area
Contact: Liz Atton, 713-292-0269, [email protected];
Registration: 713-292-0370
Note: Girls will receive their First Aid badge and take home the first aid kit they will make at the workshop.
Zombie Apocalypse: Camp Edition
Get ready for a Zombie Apocalypse camp full of survival skills
and training. Learn how to build a tent, start a fire, tie knots,
camp cook and some basic first aid along with zombie games.
Enjoy songs/skits around the campfire. Lunch/dinner will be
catered. Breakfast and snacks will also be served. T-shirts and
patch will be provided.
Who: Cadettes – Ambassadors, Girl Scout ratio of adults
Where: Camp Agnes Arnold, Conroe
When:
Sept. 16-18 (Registration opens week of Aug. 8.)
Cost: $40 per person
Min./Max.: 80/220
Contact: Event Chair: Sheila Kutach, [email protected]; Sofie Castacio, 713-292-0353, [email protected]
That’s Pinteresting
Learn how to earn the different Girl Scout pins at each level.
In addition to the Silver and Gold Awards, have you seen the
LiA, VIT, CIT, Service to Girl Scouting or Program Aide
pins in your Girl Guides and wanted to know how to earn
them? This is the session for you! Girl Scouts have pins for
community service, lifesaving, teen mentoring and more!
Who: Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors and
chaperones.
Where: Camp Casa Mare, Seabrook
When: Oct. 1, 2 – 4 p.m.
(Registration opens week of Aug. 8.)
Contact: Liz Atton, 713-292-0269, [email protected];
Registrars, 713-292-0370
Older Girl Campout
Are you a night owl who loves to hang out with your friends?
Do you dream of s’mores and camp fire fun? Is archery your
thing but you can’t get enough of it? Join us as we ring in
the new Girl Scout membership year. Girls can choice the
activities they want to do in a campout just for them! There
will be opportunities for girls to work on their respective
outdoor badges, veg out and watch some movies, hang out
with their friends doing crafts and more! Girls who sign up
for this session will also be able to attend That’s Pinteresting!
Who:
Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors and
chaperones
Where: Camp Casa Mare, Seabrook
When: Sept. 30 at 7 p.m. to Oct. 2 at 11 a.m.
(Registration opens week of Aug. 8.)
Contact: Liz Atton, 713-292-0269, [email protected];
Registrars, 713-292-0370
Lights, Camera, Take Action: Girl Scouts go Hollywood
Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors are invited to this exciting event for the VIP Hollywood treatment! Hit the red carpet photo
booth when you arrive to commemorate your visit to the Program Place to see everything Girl Scouts has to offer older girls
in grades 6-12. Would you like to spend your weekends sailing on the bay? Come talk to the Mariners and learn about their
great program. Are you a dancing queen who loves to shake it off? Our Green Starlettes Dance Team is for you. In addition
to these and our other Special Interest Groups, we’ll have a variety of activities, booths and carnival attractions to keep you
entertained! Make sure to get your ticket stamped at each station for a chance to win some fabulous prizes.
Who: Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors and their chaperones
When: Saturday, Sept. 10 (Registration opens week of Aug. 8.)
Time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.Where: Program Place for Girls, Houston
Cost: Free- participants are highly encouraged to sign up so we have enough supplies. The more sign ups we have, the more awesomeness we can plan!
Special: The first 400 girls through the door will get a special event patch.
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Backpacking
Backpacking Orientation
Backpacking Orientation covers all the basic knowledge
required for troops and individuals wishing to go backpacking.
Don’t worry if you might be the only girl in your troop or
an individually registered girl who might be interested in
backpacking. You won’t be the only one! You will be in a group of
new friends for the weekend.
You will learn how to back a backpack, care for a tent and cook
on your own personal stove. You will transfer your camping gear to
your backpack, hike two miles to the campsite and set up your tent,
where you will be spending the evening for a real mini backpacking
adventure! Enjoy the campfire, savor dinner on your own stove, and
settle in for the night in your tent on the ground under the stars. After
packing up your gear the next morning, your will hike two miles back
to the main part of camp, say goodbye to your new friends and count
down the days until your first weekend backpacking trip!
After successfully completing orientation, participants will earn
the GSSJC Backpacking Certification and can accompany any of the
existing Council backpacking groups on weekend trips.
Who: Girl Scouts, age 11 through Adult
Where: Treelake Camp Complex, Podville (Conroe)
When: Sept. 24-25, Oct. 29-30; 9 a.m. Sat. – noon Sun.
(Registration opens week of Aug. 8.)
Cost: $20 per person, food and packing information will be provided in confirmation letter
Deadline: Two weeks before orientation date
Contact: Kaydee Tiemann, 713-292-0233, [email protected]
Note: You will be provided with a backpack, tent and stove to use
during orientation. Girls and adults will be in separate training
groups throughout the weekend. Girls in the same troop will not
necessarily be in the same group.
Holocaust Museum Journey Workshops
Camp
Carousel
Camp with your Girl Scout troop at these fun-filled weekends!
Program is provided, you just prepare your girls for the camping
experience and bring your own meals and camping supplies.
Carousel is a perfect introduction to camping for your troop’s
first time and a great event to attend more than once as each
Carousel is unique. Get ready to make memories that will last a
lifetime!
Who: Girl Scout troops (levels specified below) and Girl Scout ratio of adults only; GSSJC reserves the right to refund adults that exceed this ratio because space is limited. Priority is given to the girls.
Bring: Troops are responsible for providing a Standard Outdoor Trained adult*, a current CPR/First Aider* and a first aid kit, simple meals, personal camping equipment and SWAPS.
Cost: $25/participant (girl or adult). Fee covers cost of camp, session materials, administrative fees and event patch.
Deadline: Two weeks before event
Contact: George Ann Barrett, 713-292-0313, [email protected]
Note: Carousel program is designed to serve troops. *submit
a copy of Standard Outdoor Training and First Aid/CPR to
[email protected] or fax at 713-292-0340 or mail to
GSSJC, Attention Registrars, 3110 Southwest Freeway, Houston,
TX 77098.
The upcoming Carousels (Registration opens week of Aug. 8):
Archery; September 23-25
Astronomy; October 7-9
All Around Camp; November 18-20
Ho Ho HO Lotta Christmas Fun; December 16-18
Astronomy; February 17-19, 2017
Environmental
Build a vision for a better world while learning how to stand up
and speak out as a social innovator! Girls will complete portions
of the Agent of Change, Amaze, GIRLtopia, or Bliss Journeys by
exploring historical leadership, prejudices, and experiences with
Holocaust Museum Houston. Juniors -Ambassadors will learn
about persecuted populations undergoing social cruelty.
Houston Arboretum and Nature Center
Who: Juniors – Ambassadors
When: Registration opens week of Aug. 8.
Sept. 10 – Older Girls, It’s your World – Change It!
Oct. 15 – Cadettes, Be an Upstander!
Where: Holocaust Museum Houston (5401 Caroline St)
Cost: $20 - includes lunch, program supplies and museum tour
Contact: Nazia Frank, [email protected], 713-292-0338
Note: This activity is girls-only. Girls may be dropped off for the program. Adults may stay at the museum if they desire but will not participate in activities with girls.
Level
Brownie
Brownie
Brownie
Junior
Junior
Junior
Cadette
Pond, forest and meadow habitats help you learn about nature
right in the middle of the city. There is a naturescape play area
for non-Girl Scout siblings who are accompanied by parents.
Date
Sept. 17
Sept. 17
Oct. 8
Sept. 17
Sept. 17
Oct. 8
Oct. 8
Workshop
Bugs
Outdoor Adventurer
Hiker
Flowers
Flowers
Geocacher
Trees
Time
Cost
9-11 a.m.
$17
1-3 p.m.
$17
9-11 a.m.
$17
9 a.m.-noon $22
12:30-3:30 p.m. $22
12:30-3:30 p.m. $22
9 a.m.-noon $22
Where: Houston Arboretum and Nature Center, Houston, TX
Deadline: One week prior to event (Registration opens week of Aug. 8.)
Contact: [email protected], 713-292-0300
Note: Badges are not included in the price of the workshop.
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Armand Bayou workshops
Experience firsthand how Armand Bayou Nature Center (ABNC)
is working to preserve the wetlands, prairie, forest and marsh
habitats surrounding Armand Bayou. Visitors can learn about
our plant and animal inhabitants, bird-watch, hike on
the nature center’s trails or view live animal displays of
snakes, spiders, hawks and bison.
General information for all badge or Journey workshops:
Where:
Armand Bayou Nature Center,
8500 Bay Area Blvd., Pasadena
Min./Max.: 10/20 (for each workshop)
Note: Registration fees do not include badges. Prices listed below are per girl. Two free adults per troop. Safety-
Wise ratio of adults only, please. No tagalongs, please.
Classes held rain or shine. Please dress for appropriate weather.
Deadline: One week prior to event
Contact: [email protected], 713-292-0300
Level
Activity
Date
Time Cost
Registration opens week of August 8.
Brownie Bugs
Sept. 17
1-3 p.m.
$17
Junior
Flowers
Sept. 17
9 a.m.-noon
$22
Daisy
Daisy Flower- 1
Sept. 24
1-2:30 p.m.
$17
Junior
GET MOVING- 3 Sept. 24
9 a.m.-noon
$22
Brownie WOW- 1, 2, & 3
Oct. 1
1 -3:30 p.m.
$22
Junior
Flowers Oct. 1
9 a.m.-noon
$22
Daisy
Daisy Flower -4
Oct. 8
1-2:30 p.m.
$17
Junior
Animal Habitats
Oct. 8
9 a.m.-noon
$22
Brownie Hiker
Oct. 15
1-3 p.m.
$17
Junior
GET MOVING- 3 Oct. 15
9 a.m.-noon
$22
Brownie Bugs
Oct. 22
1-3 p.m.
$17
Junior
Animal Habitats
Oct. 22
9 a.m.-noon
$22
Daisy
Daisy Flower- 1
Oct. 29
1-2:30 p.m.
$17
Junior
GET MOVING- 3 Oct. 29
9 a.m.-noon
$22
Camp Agnes Arnold Nature Center
General info
Who:
Girl Scouts of all ages
Where: Nature Center at Camp Agnes Arnold, Conroe
(Registration opens week of Aug. 8.)
Cost: $10 per girl; includes patch Min./Max.: 15/35
Contact: [email protected], 713-292-0300
What is that Tree?
Our camp is covered with beautiful trees and forests. Come learn
about all of the many wonderful and different trees. Make leaf
rubbings and leaf mounts to identify the trees of our environment.
Take a tree hike around the camp to learn the many different types
and uses of trees!
When: September 24, 10 a.m.-noon. OR 1-3 p.m.
Back to the Bone!
Enjoy nature and the outdoors from the comfort of camp! Girls
can attend this fun and interesting workshop interesting workshop
about animals with backbones (vertebrates) including specimens
and live animals, possibly a rabbit and a snake.
When: October 29, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. OR 1-2:30 p.m.
Nature Rocks!
If you love exploring mushrooms, bugs, edible plants and critters
that live in the forest and all things in nature, join us for this
nature workshop. Make leaf rubbings and leaf mounts to identify
the tress of our environment. Take a tree hike around the camp to
learn the many different and interesting things in nature!
When: November 5, 10 a.m.-noon or 1-3 p.m.
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History
Juliette’s Tea Party
Join the Council History Committee and take a step back in
time as they host an old fashioned tea party. Learn manners
from the Victorian Era, enjoy tea and sweets, make something
special to take home and play games that Juliette Gordon Low would have played.
Who: Daisy, Brownie or Junior (no adults)
Dates(Deadline): Sept. 15 (Registration opens week of
Aug. 8.)
Time:
2-4 p.m. (July dates); 4:30-6 p.m. (Aug./Sept. dates)
Where: Program Place for Girls, Houston
Cost: $15 per girl (includes patch and tea cup)
Wear: Fancy “party” dress or Girl Scout uniform
Note: This is not a parent-n-me opportunity, but parents are welcome to wait in another room during the event.
Contact: Kelli Cavenah, [email protected], 713-292-0271
Horse Program
Bring us your boots
Do you have boots at your house that no longer fit your feet,
your needs or your sense of style? Camp Misty Meadows
would love to have them to use for girls who come to camp to
ride. The boots need to have at least a ½ inch heel and smooth
sole and all sizes are welcome. Large sizes are needed as well
so if a dad or brother or uncle might want to donate, those
boots would be appreciated as well. There is a boot donation
box at Camp Misty Meadows just waiting to be filled. If you
have questions, contact George Ann Barrett, [email protected].
Trail rides at Camp Myra S. Pryor
Who: Those attending Saddlehorns or Rustlers
Where: Camp Myra S. Pryor, Nada
When: Oct. 2, Oct. 9, Oct. 16, Oct. 23
(Registration opens week of Aug. 8.)
Time: 1 p.m. or 2 p.m.
Cost: $20
Maximum: 12
STARS at Camp Myra S. Pryor
Registration opens week of Aug. 8.
For Levels 1-3
Where:
Camp Myra S. Pryor, Nada
Arrive Fri. at 6:30 p.m. and leave Sun. at 12:30 p.m.
Time: Min/Max.: 30/80 girls and adults
Cost:
$75 per girl, $25 per adult
Bring:
Personal equipment and troop camping list
Contact:
George Ann Barrett, 713-292-0313, [email protected]
Pool is available for free time if weather allows.
Note:
Includes patch for that level.
Saddlehorns (Level 1)
This is the beginner program for girls interested in learning
about horseback riding. Girls will learn about grooming,
leading, equine nutrition, horse colors, basic horse safety and
riding skills at a walk. Girls will have the opportunity to work
with horses at four of the six stations.
Who:
When:
5th grade or older
Sept. 30-Oct. 2 or Oct. 7-9 or Oct. 14-16
Rustlers (Level II)
Intermediate program that continues the skills started in
Saddlehorns. Girls will learn to saddle a horse, how to clean
and maintain tack and the basics of horse anatomy. Riding
skills and horse safety will be reviewed and performed at a
walk and a trot.
Who:
5th grade or older
When:
Oct. 21-23
Prerequisite: Must have attended Saddlehorns
Wranglers (Level III)
This program builds upon the riding skills and knowledge
gained in the earlier sessions. Girls will learn to bridle a horse
and equine health and conformation. Horse safety will be
reviewed and riding skills will be performed at a walk, trot
and canter. The Sunday schedule includes a trail ride for all
participants.
Who: 6th grade and up
When: Oct. 28-30
Prerequisite: Must have attended Saddlehorns and Rustlers
STARS Training (Level IV)
Girls who are interested in teaching horse skills to younger girls
should attend this course. STARS are asked to work at least
one fall and one spring weekend session per year. This training
weekend will focus on improving horse handling skills, teaching
techniques, professionalism and team work. All food is catered for
girls and adults.
Who:
13 year olds and above
Date:
Sept. 23-25
Cost:
$60/girl and $20/adult: includes program aide patch
Min./Max.
20/60 girls and adults
Prerequisite: Must have completed Saddlehorns, Rustlers
and Wranglers
Sailing
Overnight on the Tall Ship Elissa
A night outside sleeping under the stars. Girl Scouts can
experience a sailor’s life from the days of old in a special
Overnight adventure aboard the Tall Ship Elissa. After a tour
of the Elissa and a video presentation, the Overnight Girl
Scout Crew learns some hands-on sailor skills. Girls will help
set one huge staysail, work on master rope craft and knot
making. During the night, the girls will follow one of the
oldest traditions of the sea, keeping watch over the Elissa and
Galveston Harbor.
Who:
When:
Brownies-Ambassadors
Sept. 10, Oct. 15, Nov. 12, Jan. 21, Feb. 4, Feb. 25, March 11, April 29, May 27 and June 10;
(Registration opens week of Aug. 8.)
Check in: 6:30 p.m. Check out: 9 a.m. next day
Bring:
Sleeping bag (air mattresses, if desired), pillow, change of clothes
$40/person Min./Max.: 30/40; 1 adult/5 girls
Cost:
Deadline: Register and submit payment at least five weeks
prior to event date. (Event fills fast!) You must cancel at least 30 days before planned date.
Contact:
Jen Colina, 713-292-0224, [email protected]
Note: Eat dinner before arrival. Breakfast will be served aboard
Elissa, and snacks will be provided.
STEM
Space Out
Get ready to have some fun at camp while doing hands-on activities
to explore the universe. Let’s have an out-of-this-world time with
scavenger hunts, games, cookies and the planetarium. GSSJC is
hosting a journey through space that girls are sure not to forget.
Who:
Where:
When:
Brownies and Juniors
Camp Misty Meadows, Conroe
Sept. 17, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Registration opens week of Aug. 8
$20 per girl; adults are free, but must register
Cost:
Bring:
Lunch and a water bottle/drinks
Contact: Rosie Haffemann, [email protected];
Kelli Cavenah, 713-292-0271, [email protected]
Home Scientist Workshop
Join the DOW Chemical Company for a day of discovery and earn
your Brownie Home Scientist badge! Did you know DOW has been
named one of the best companies for executive women? Brownies
will complete requirements for the Brownie Home Scientist badge
while exploring the exciting world of science and DOW.
Who: Brownies
Where:
Lake Jackson Service Center
When: October 1, 9 a.m. - noon; check in at 8:30 a.m.
Registration opens week of Aug. 8
Cost: $15
Contact:
Kelli Cavenah, 713-292-0271, [email protected]
Note:
Adults are free but they need to register.
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