2013 fall program guide

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2013 Fall Program Guide

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Programs-at-a-Glance ............................. 4-5Programs ..................................................... 6-19NIU-EEP Workshop .............................. 20-21Permission Slip Information ..................... 22Day Camp Training ....................................... 22Thin Mint Sprint ..............................................232013 Fall Camp Service Days ................... 23Event Registration Information ............... 24Event Registration Form ............................ 25

Girl Scout Leadership Awards ................. 26Girl Scout Scholarship Program ............. 27Fall Product Program .................................. 27Community Partners .................................. 28Programs-in-a-Box ..................................... 29Starter Kit Information ............................... 30Volunteer Resource Pack ........................... 31Service Center Locations ......................... 32

Program Guide - Fall EditionQuarterly Publication • Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois • Issue: 2013.4

Event Supervisors Needed! For many of our events, we need one registered Girl Scout volunteer (registered adult who has passed a background check) per event to:

• Check in participants. • Provide overall supervision of girls during the event, with support from troop adults in attendance. • Provide assistance to facilitators as needed, with support from troop adults in attendance. • Distribute and collect event evaluations. • After event return completed evaluations and check in list to the Elgin Service Center. • Check out participants, ensuring all girls are signed out by approved adult.

If interested in this position, please contact the “Staff Contact” listed for the event for which you are available to help. Event supervisors will receive a $10 Event Voucher that may be used to register their daughter for a future council-sponsored program event held during the 2013-2014 membership year.You can check the availability of a program in the online registration section of the GSNI website. Just click on the program name, then scroll down to the availability box to see the number of open spaces. Remember, registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Pam Schnecke Interim Director Girl Leadership ExperienceElgin Service Center, Ext. 7140

Brooke Radford-Knight Girl Leadership Specialist Travel Pathway SupportElgin Service Center, Ext. 7147

Felecia Dupczak Girl Leadership Specialist, Camp PathwaySugar Grove Service Center, Ext. 7161

Shannan Harley Girl Leadership SpecialistSugar Grove Service Center, Ext. 7121

Girl Leadership Assistant & Campsite CoordinatorElgin Service Center, Ext. 7132

Need help registering for a program?

Call your local service center for the Registration Help Desk, Ext. 7110

GSNI Program Department(All email addresses are first initial, last name @girlscoutsni.org. Example: [email protected])

• Elgin Service Center: 847-741-5521 • Freeport Service Center: 815-235-8777 • Rockford Service Center: 815-962-5591 • Sugar Grove Service Center: 630-897-1565

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Program Name Level(s) Location Deadline Date(s) Journey / Badge / Focus /Connection Pg.#

Nutcracker Ballet ALL Batavia 11/16 Sat., 11/30 N/A 15

Girls’ Day Out at Cabela’s DA, BR, JR, CD, SR, AM

Hoffman Estates 9/25 Sat., 10/05 Camp Pathway 6

There’s No Time Like Snow Time

DA, BR, JR, CD, SR, AM Bartlett 12/04 Sat., 12/21 Hiker; Camper 16-17

Stemapalooza DA, BR, JR, CD, SR, AM Woodstock 1/08/14 Sat., Jan 25 STEM 19

destination: Adventure AGES 12-17 Webinar See

ListingThurs., 10/03

Tues., 10/15 Travel 6

Battlebots Grades 3-5 Woodstock 1/08/14 Sat., 1/25/14 STEM 18

Be A Part of the Change Grades 4-8

Rockford,Sugar Grove

See Listing

Sat., 9/28Fri., 10/18 aMUSE, aMAZE 6

Flower Friends Ballet DA Geneva 10/02 Sat., 10/19 All 3 Daisy Journeys / Healthy Living 8

Animals in Art DA Freeport 11/07 Sat., 11/16 A World of Girls 13

Animal Dance DA Geneva 1/02/14 Sat., 1/11/14 All 3 Daisy Journeys / Healthy Living 17

5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Yoga! DA Elgin 1/08/14 Tues., 1/21/14 All 3 Daisy Journeys / Healthy Living 18

Farm Fresh Snacks DA, BR Caledonia 10/02 Mon., 10/14 Between Earth & Sky / Snacks / Healthy Living 8

Kids with Cob DA,BR Caledonia 10/09 Sat., 10/26 Between Earth & Sky / Snacks / Snacks / Healthy Living 9

From the Heart DA, BR Geneva 10/23 Sat., 11/02 All 3 Daisy Journeys / Dancer / Healthy Living 11

Programming with Bee-Bot DA, BR LITH 10/23 Sat., 11/09 STEM 12

Sugar Plum Tea DA, BR, JR St. Charles 11/20 Sat., 12/07 WOW! Wonders of Water; aMUSE / Dancer; Musician / Healthy Living 15

Field Day Fun BR Rockford 9/18 Sat., 10/05 Fair Play 7

Paint Like a Master BR Geneva 10/02 Mon., 10/14 Painting 8

Watercolor Your World BR Geneva 10/09 Mon., 10/21 WOW! / Painting 9

First-Aid Skills BR Bartlett 10/09 Sat., 10/26 First Aid 10

My Best Self BR Sycamore 10/30 Mon., 11/11 Brownie Quest; WOW! Wonders of Water / My Best Self / Healthy Living 13


Watercolor Your World BR Geneva 11/13 Mon., 11/25 WOW! / Painting 15

Snow Safari BR Crystal Lake 11/20 Sun., 12/08 Hiker 16

Home Scientist BR Bartlett 11/06 Sat., 11/23 Home Scientist 15


Robo Engineers BR LITH 12/18 Thurs., 1/02/14 STEM 17

C’mon Get Happy BR Elgin 1/03/14 Sat., 1/18/14 My Best Self / Healthy Living 17

Clay Effigy Bowl BR Freeport 1/15/14 Sat., 1/25/14Sat., 2/08/14 World of Girls / Potter 19

Say Cheese! BR, JR Caledonia 9/25 Sun., 10/06 Get Moving!; aMUSE / Snacks / Healthy Living 7

Thrills & Chills Dance Party BR, JR Geneva 10/09 Sat., 10/26 Get Moving / Dancer; Staying Fit / Healthy Living 10

Yoga from the Heart for You and Me BR, JR Elgin 10/30 Tues., 11/12 World of Girls; Get Moving! / My Best

Self Elf; Staying Fit / Healthy Living 13

Awesome ‘80s BR, JR Geneva 1/08/14 Sat., 1/25/14 Get Moving! / Dancer; Staying Fit / Healthy Living 19

Rock Climbing BR, JR, CD, SR, AM Warrenville 9/25 Sat., 10/12 Adventurer / Adenture 8

Sport ‘n Swim Sampler BR, JR, CD, SR, AM Aurora 10/09 Sat., 10/26 See Listing 9

FALL 2013 PROGRAMS-AT-A-GLANCE (Listed by age groups.)

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Rock Climbing BR, JR, CD, SR, AM Warrenville 10/30 Sat., 11/16 Adventurer / Adventure 14

Rock Climbing BR, JR, CD, SR, AM Warrenville 11/20 Sat., 12/07 Adventurer / Adventure 15

Sport ‘n’ Swim Sampler BR, JR, CD, SR, AM Aurora 12/18 Sat., 1/04/14 See Listing 17

Practicing Perspective JR Freeport 9/26 Sat., 10/05 Drawing 6

Drawing Like a Pro JR Geneva 9/25 Mon., 10/07 Drawing 7

Farm Fresh Chefs JR Caledonia 10/02 Mon., 10/14 Get Moving!, aMUSE / Simple Meals / Healthy Living 8

Cool to Be Me JR Elgin 10/09 Tues., 10/22 Get Moving!, aMUSE / Staying Fit / Healthy Living 9

Get Moving! JR Crystal Lake 10/14 Weds., 10/30-12/11 Get Moving! / Healthy Living 10

Practice with a Purpose JR Rockford 10/16 Sat., 11/02 Practice with a Purpose 11

Detective JR Bartlett 10/23 Sat., 11/09 Detective 12

From Field to Table: Pumpkin Pie JR Caledonia 10/23 Sat., Nov 9 Get Moving!, aMUSE / Simple Meals /

Healthy Living 12


Frosty Finds JR Crystal Lake 11/20 Sun., 12/08 Geocatcher; Camper 16


Staying Fit with Food JR Caledonia 1/08/14 Mon., 1/20/14 Get Moving!, aMUSE / Staying Fit; Simple Meals / Healthy Living 18

Redezvous with a Comet JR Woodstock 1/08/14 Sat., 1/25/14 STEM 18-19

Engineers to the Rescue JR, CD Lake Zurich 9/19 Sat., 9/28 Trailblazing / STEM 6

Design It! JR, CD Crystal Lake 10/16 Sat., 11/02 Entreprenuer / STEM 10-11

Race to the Future JR, CD LITH 10/23 Sat., 11/09 STEM 12

ThrillBuilders JR, CD Spring Grove 10/30 Sat., 11/16 aMUSE / STEM 13

Get Your Hip-Hop On JR, CD Geneva 10/30 Sat., 11/16 Get Moving! / Healthy Living 14

Beauty Bliss JR, CD Caledonia 11/20 Sun., 12/08 Get Moving!, aMUSE / Healthy Living 16

Cartoon Quest JR, CD LITH 12/18 Thurs., 1/02/14 Entertainment Technology / STEM 17

Chicken Soup for the Girl Scout Soul JR, CD Caledonia 1/03/14 Sat., 1/18/14 aMUSE / Simple Meals / Healthy

Living 18

The Tastes of Fall JR, CD, SR, AM Sycamore 9/25 Sat., 10/12 Sow What? / Simple Meals; New

Cuisines; Locavore / Healthy Living 7

Design It! JR, CD, SR, AM Roscoe 10/09 Sat., 10/26 Entrepreneur / STEM 9

ThrillBuilders JR, CD, SR, AM Roscoe 10/23 Sat., 11/09 Entertainment Technology / STEM 11

Rockin’ Slumber Party JR, CD, SR, AM Warrenville 12/18 Sat., 1/11/14 -

Sun., 1/12/14 Adventurer / Adventure 19

aMAZing Horses CD Maple Park 9/18 Sat., 10/05, 10/12, 10/19, and 11/2

aMAZE! / Animal Helper; Science of Happiness / Healthy Living 7

Cool to be Me CD Elgin 10/16 Tues., 10/29 aMAZE! / Practice with Purpose / Healthy Living 10

Blast Off! CD Harvard 10/16 Fri., 11/01-Sat., 11/2 STEM 10

Program-Aide Basic Training CD Elgin 10/23 Sat., 11/09 Program Aide Award 11

Program-Aide Basic Training CD Sugar Grove 1/06/14 Sat., 1/18/14 Program Aide Award 12

aMAZing Horses CD Maple Park 10/23 Sat., 11/9, 11/16, 11/30, and 12/7

aMAZE! / Animal Helpers; Science of Happiness / Healthy Living 12

Good Sportsmanship CD Rockford 10/30 Sat., 11/16 Good Sportsmanship / Adventure 14

Make an App for That CD, SR, AM Elgin 10/30 Sat., 11/16 STEM 13

Yoga from the Heart for You & Me CD, SR, AM Elgin 11/7 Tues., 11/19 See Listing 14

Redezvous with a Comet CD, SR, AM Woodstock 1/08/14 Sat., 1/25/14 STEM 18

Battlebots CD, SR, AM Woodstock 1/08/14 Sat., 1/25/14 STEM 18

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destination: ADVENTURE Focus: Travel

Do you dream of swimming with sea turtles? Being behind the camera of your very own movie shoot? Or even flying away to space academy? All this and more awaits you with Girl Scout destinations. Join us for this webinar where you’ll learn about all of the amazing opportunities that await you this year. We’ll go through the basics of all that destinations has to offer from how to choose the right trip for you and how to apply.

Who: Girls ages 12–17Time: 6–7 p.m.Location: WebinarFee: No fee per girl/no fee per adultMin./Max.: 5/40 girls; 5/40 adultsStaff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

NOTE: Girls should participate with their adult guardian or troop leader.

CODE: F101Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013 Registration: Ends September 20, 2013

CODE: F110Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2013 Registration: Ends October 2, 2013

ENGINEERS TO THE RESCUE! CODE: F102 Badge: Trailblazing / Focus: STEM

Imagine yourself on a camping trip. You awake to an earthquake! Your tent is destroyed, your water supply is in jeopardy, and the power to the cell phone tower is out! Together with your group, you will find solutions and overcome these obstacles.

Who: Girl Scout Juniors and Cadettes Date: Saturday, September 28, 2013Time: 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m.Location: St. Francis de Sales 135 S. Buesching Road, Lake ZurichFee: $12 per girlIncludes: Fun PatchMin./Max.: 10/30 girls; 2/6 adultsRegistration: Ends September 19, 2013Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

BE PART OF THE CHANGE Journey: aMUSE; aMAZE!

Come be a part of the change and take a stand against bullying! Join us as we screen the “I Am the Music: A Rock Operetta,” a film starring local Girl Scouts. Take part in lots of fun hands-on activities like making your own peacemaker box and bracelet, finding out “where you stand,” going “beneath the surface” and showing your love on the heart wall. Plus learn to be confident and stay safe with a self-defense trainer. Breakout sessions will also be available for adults on cyber bullying and how to identify if your child is bullying, presented

from local community experts. “Be Part of the Change” is open to all girls in grades 4–8.

Who: All girls in grades 4–8 Fee: $5 per girl if registered by end date $7 per girl at the door/no fee per adult Adults are required to stay for the event, however there is no fee for adult involvement.Staff Contact: Laura Bumba, Ext. 7173

NOTE: All girls must attend with a troop leader or adult chaperone.

CODE: F103Date: Saturday, September 28, 2013Time: 9 a.m.–NoonLocation: Heartland Community Church 1280 South Alpine Rd., RockfordMin./Max.: 10/100 girls; 2/100 adults Registration: Ends September 19, 2013Staff Contact: Laura Bumba, Ext. 7173

CODE: F116Date: Friday, October 18, 2013Time: 6 - 9 p.m.Location: Harter Middle School 1601 Esker Dr., Sugar GroveMin./Max.: 25/75 girls; 25/75 adultsRegistration: Ends October 11, 2013

Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

PRACTICING PERSPECTIVE CODE: F104 Badge: Drawing

View the classical paintings in the Rawleigh Gallery of the Freeport Art Museum and observe how perspective was used to create the illusion of space. Then “construct” your own drawing using 2-point perspective techniques.

Who: Girl Scout JuniorsDate: Saturday, October 5, 2013Time: 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Location: Freeport Art Museum 121 North Harlem Ave., FreeportFee: $16 per girl Includes: Fun PatchMin./Max.: 6/15 girls; 1/5 adultsRegistration: Ends September 26, 2013Staff Contact: Stacie Simpson, Ext. 7148

GIRLS’ DAY OUT AT CABELA’S CODE: F105 Focus: Camp Pathway

Join us for Cabela’s Girl’s Day Out—a fun interactive day to learn new skills and enjoy the outdoors. From archery to fly casting to metal detecting to animal and fish identification. There will be fun challenging stations for all! The first 200 girls who register will receive a free Cabela’s patch!

Fall 2013 Programs

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Who: Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and AmbassadorsDate: Saturday, October 5, 2013Time: 9 a.m.–1 p.m.Location: Cabela’s 5225 Prairie Stone Parkway Hoffman EstatesFee: $2 per girl/$2 per adultMin./Max.: 50/400 girls; 20/400 adultsRegistration: Ends September 25, 2013Staff Contact: Felecia Dupczak, Ext. 7161

NOTE: Archery will not be available for GS Daisies and Brownies. Individually registered girls must be accompanied by an adult. Troops/Groups must meet girl to adult ratio.

FIELD DAY FUN CODE: F106 Badge: Fair Play

Work on your Fair Play Brownie Badge at Camp Winnebago. While working together as a team you will learn about the importance of following rules so everyone can have fun. You will also learn about the importance of team work while playing games. Use all of your new found skills to plan and participate in a field day.

Who: Girl Scout BrowniesDate: Saturday, October 5, 2013Time: 9–11 a.m.Location: Camp Winnebago 5804 N. Main St., RockfordFee: $8 per girlMin./Max.: 15/45 girls; 3/8 adultsRegistration: Ends September 18, 2013Staff Contact: Shannan Harley, Ext. 7121

aMAZing HORSES CODE: F107Journey: aMAZE! / Badge: Animal Helper, Science of Happiness / Focus: Healthy Living

Life is a maze of relationships and this journey has Girl Scout Cadettes maneuvering through all its twists and turns to find true friendships, plenty of confidence, and develop skills to help promote peace for you, your world, and your planet! Be aMAZEd at how horses can help you make better friendships! Work with the staff at BPS Friends to complete your aMAZE! Journey working with horses using Equine Assisted Learning. Then team up with your group to complete your Diplomat Take Action award.

Who: Girl Scout CadettesDates: Saturday, October 5, 12, 19 November 2, 2013Time: 2:30–5:30 p.m.Location: BPS 47W635 Beith Rd., Maple ParkFee: $95 per girl Includes: aMAZE Journey book, awards, and Animal Helpers Badge

Min./Max.: 10/15 girls; 1/4 adultsRegistration: Ends September 18, 2013 Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

NOTE: Girls must attend all the sessions in order to complete the Journey. A signed waiver is required for this event

SAY CHEESE! CODE: F108Journey: Get Moving!, aMUSE / Badge: Snacks / Focus: Healthy Living

A cheesy treat awaits you at Angelic Organics Learning Center. Learn how cheese gets from farm to table from milking the goats to tasting fresh goat’s cheese. Learn to make ricotta, chevre, and more. A truly tasty workshop!

Who: Girl Scout Brownies, JuniorsDate: Sunday, October 6, 2013Time: 9 a.m.–NoonLocation: Angelic Organics 1547 Rockton Rd., CaledoniaFee: $47 per girl Min./Max.: 8/12 girls; 2/5 adultsRegistration: Ends September 25, 2013 Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

DRAWING LIKE A PRO CODE: F109 Badge: Drawing

Everyone can learn to draw! Develop confidence in your drawing skills by using a variety of drawing mediums including charcoal, graphite, and color pastels to complete a finished piece. Mini-lessons include exploring shape, mark-making for textures, creating light and shadow, and composition. Suitable for all skill levels.

Who: Girl Scout JuniorsDate: Monday, October 7, 2013Time: 4–6 p.m.Location: Art Box 407 South Third St., Suite 174, GenevaFee: $20 per girlMin./Max.: 10/20 girls; 1/10 adultsRegistration: Ends September 30, 2013Staff Contact: Stacie Simpson, Ext. 7148

THE TASTES OF FALL CODE: F111 Journey: Sow What? / Badge: Simple Meals, New Cuisines, Locavore / Focus: Healthy Living

Fall is one of the most tasty times of year— come check out all it has to offer at Hy-Vee. Cook a variety of fall favorites from apple pie, fall squashes, and a few dishes using pumpkin. See what a wonderful bounty of healthy foods you can create this fall.







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Who: Girl Scout Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and AmbassadorsDate: Saturday, October 12, 2013Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.Location: Hy-Vee 2700 DeKalb Ave., SycamoreFee: $14 per girl Min./Max.: 5/10 girls; 2/5 adultsRegistration: Ends September 25, 2013 Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

ROCK CLIMBING CODE: F112Badge: Adventurer / Focus: Adventure

Welcome to a two-hour program that introduces girls to the sport of rock climbing. This fun-filled program will give girls a taste of rock climbing at Vertical Endeavor’s indoor rock climbing facility. Girls will climb using the auto-belay system, as well as receive top-rope belays on the 40-ft. walls from certified instructors. Fee includes equipment rentals.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and AmbassadorsDate: Saturday, October 12, 2013Time: 10 a.m.–NoonLocation: Vertical Endeavors 27141 Diehl Rd., WarrenvilleFee: $20 per girl Includes: Equipment RentalsMin./Max.: 8/30 girls; 2/5 adultsRegistration: Ends September 25, 2013Staff Contact: Laura Bumba, Ext. 7173

FARM FRESH SNACKS CODE: F113Journey: Between Earth and Sky / Badge: Snacks / Focus: Healthy Living

Who knew a great place to find snacks was on the farm? Get hands-on at a real working organic farm where you’ll pick your tasty treats right off the land and put together lots of yummy and healthy snacks.

Who: Girl Scout Daisies, BrowniesDate: Monday, October 14, 2013Time: 9:30–11:30 a.m.Location: Angelic Organics 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia Fee: $17 per girl Min./Max.: 12/24 girls; 3/6 adultsRegistration: Ends October 2, 2013 Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

FARM FRESH CHEFS CODE: F114Journey: Get Moving!, aMUSE / Badge: Simple Meals / Focus: Healthy Living

Calling all future chefs! Come create your own simple meal by going right to the source at Angelic Organics. Prepare and share soup, bread, and veggies using ingredients you’ll pick right off the farm. While you’re waiting for your food, help the farm crew care for the animals. A delicious way to spend a day off!

Who: Girl Scout JuniorsDate: Monday, October 14, 2013 Time: 1–6 p.m. Location: Angelic Organics 1547 Rockton Rd., CaledoniaFee: $27 per girlMin./Max.: 12/24 girls; 3/5 adultsRegistration: Ends October 2, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

PAINT LIKE A MASTER CODE: F115Badge: Painting

A wonderful step-by-step process event that will have you painting like a master artist. Begin by visualizing from your imagination or from a still life, and sketching your composition on paper. Then, transfer your sketch to canvas and paint your masterpiece. Practice your painting skills including mixing color and using a variety of brush strokes. Take home a 10 x10 painting ready for your own gallery. Suitable for all skill levels.

Who: Girl Scout BrowniesDate: Monday, October 14, 2013 Time: 4–6 p.m.Location: Art Box 407 South Third St., Suite 174, GenevaFee: $22 per girl Min./Max.: 10/20 girls; 1/10 adultsRegistration: Ends October 2, 2013Staff Contact: Stacie Simpson, Ext. 7148

FLOWER FRIENDS BALLET CODE: F117 Journey: All 3 Daisy Journeys / Focus: Healthy Living

Which Daisy Flower Friend is most like you? Are you honest and fair like Lupe, caring like Zinni, or courageous like Tula? Discover your favorite Flower Friend through ballet and then create your own special tutu!

Who: Girl Scout DaisiesDate: Saturday, October 19, 2013Time: 2 - 3:30 p.m. Location: State Street Dance 9 N. 4th St., Geneva











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Fee: $15 per girlMin./Max.: 15/40 girls; 4/10 adultsRegistration: Ends October 2, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

WATERCOLOR YOUR WORLD CODE: F118Journey: WOW / Badge: Painting

This delightful class draws inspiration from nature. Using unique and varied objects found in our natural world, you will learn how to observe the details of their form and the variations in their coloring. Perfect for the naturalist in us all! Learn the basics of watercolor paper, how to lay down washes, and techniques for dry brushing, as you complete your work. Your love for watercolors will grow as this event helps you handle the medium with ease. Suitable for all skill levels.

Who: Girl Scout BrowniesDate: Monday, October 21, 2013Time: 4–6 p.m.Location: Art Box 407 South Third St., Suite 174, GenevaFee: $22 per girl Min./Max.: 10/20 girls; 1/10 adultsRegistration: Ends October 9, 2013 Staff Contact: Stacie Simpson, Ext. 7148

COOL TO BE ME CODE: F119 Journey: aMUSE, Get Moving! / Badge: Staying Fit / Focus: Healthy Living

Kindness is cool! Learning to love yourself just the way you are is the first step in spreading kindness to others. Let yoga nurture your soul, build confidence, and help spread kindness in your world.

Who: Girl Scout JuniorsDate: Tuesday, October 22, 2013Time: 4:15–5:30 p.m.Location: Elgin Service Center 12N124 Coombs Rd., ElginFee: $8 per girlMin./Max.: 10/30 girls; 3/6 adultsRegistration: Ends October 9, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

NOTE: A signed waiver is required for this event.

DESIGN IT! CODE: F120Badge: Entrepreneur / Focus: STEM

Discover your techie side as you design, build and play! Study the process of design, including getting an idea from concept to market. Design and create a pencil bag and a bubble product.

Who: Girl Scout Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and AmbassadorsDate: Saturday, October 26, 2013

Time: 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m.Location: Roscoe United Methodist Church 10816 Main St., RoscoeFee: $12 per girlIncludes: Fun PatchMin./Max.: 10/30 girls; 2/6 adultsRegistration: Ends October 9, 2013 Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

NOTE: Bring a sack lunch, drink and snack

KIDS WITH COB CODE: F121 Journey: Between Earth and Sky / Badge: Snacks / Focus: Healthy Living

Come cooperate with others to construct a mini eco-village while learning natural building techniques at the Angelic Organics Learning Center. Use your hands to build model homes using a mixture of clay, sand and straw, called “cob,” then use your imagination to create stories about people in the community. While we build, you’ll also bake bread in our cob oven!

Who: Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies Date: Saturday, October 26, 2013 Time: 9 a.m.–Noon Location: Angelic Organics 1547 Rockton Rd., CaledoniaFee: $27 per girl Min./Max.: 16/24 girls; 3/8 adultsRegistration: Ends October 9, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

SPORT ‘N SWIM SAMPLER CODE: F122 Journey: Get Moving!; Girltopia; Mission Sisterhood; Bliss: Live It! Give It! / Badge: Athlete; My Best Self; Staying Fit / Focus: Healthy Living

Love the sports but not the overnight? Then check out Rush Copley’s sampler night of all your favorite sports and games, no sleeping bag needed! Swim, rock climb, play volleyball, bags, and more. You’ll even have a pizza party before you head home.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors Date: Saturday, October 26, 2013Time: 6–11 p.m. Location: Rush-Copley Healthplex 1900 Ogden Ave., AuroraFee: $27 per girl/$5 per adultIncludes: Pizza and a drink, fun patch for girls Min./Max.: 30/150 girls; 10/35 adultsRegistration: Ends October 9, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

NOTE: Troops/groups must meet proper girl/adult ratio. Individually registered girls must attend with an adult. A signed waiver is required for this event.










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FIRST AID SKILLS CODE: F123 Badge: First Aid

An accident can happen at any time. Learn how to be prepared and help.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies Date: Saturday, October 26, 2013Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Location: Bartlett Nature Center 2054 W. Stearns Rd., BartlettFee: $9 per girl Min./Max.: 10/30 girls; 2/6 adultsRegistration: Ends October 9, 2013Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

THRILLS AND CHILLS DANCE PARTY CODE: F124 Journey: Get Moving! / Badge: Dancer, Staying Fit / Focus: Healthy Living

Ghouls, and goblins, and ghosts oh my! Come learn some dance tricks and treats as you create a creepily fun Halloween dance. Don’t forget to wear your Halloween costume!

Who: Girl Scout Brownies and JuniorsDate: Saturday, October 26, 2013Time: 2–3 p.m.Location: State Street Dance 9 N. 4th St., GenevaFee: $11 per girl Includes: Fun PatchMin./Max.: 15/40 girls; 4/10 adultsRegistration: Ends October 9, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

COOL TO BE ME CODE: F126Journey: aMAZE! / Badge: Practice With Purpose / Focus: Healthy Living

Kindness is cool! Learning to love yourself just the way you are is the first step in spreading kindness to others. Let yoga nurture your soul, build confidence, and help spread kindness in your world.

Who: Girl Scout CadettesDate: Tuesday, October 29, 2013 Time: 4:15–5:30 p.m.Location: Elgin Service Center 12N124 Coombs Rd., Elgin Fee: $8 per girlMin./Max.: 10/30 girls; 3/6 adultsRegistration: Ends October 16, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147


GET MOVING! CODE: F100Journey: Get Moving! / Focus: Healthy Living

Girls work together to learn about energy through hands on activities covering the keys to leadership: Discover, Connect, Take Action. This is a seven-week program with a celebration pool party for the eighth session.

Who: Girl Scout JuniorDate: Wednesdays, October 30– December 11, 2013 Time: 4:30–5:30 p.m. Location: Sage YMCA Preschool Room, 702 Manor Rd., Crystal LakeFee: $58 per girlMin./Max.: 8/20 girls; 1/2 adultsRegistration: Ends October 14, 2013Staff Contact: Stacie Simpson, Ext. 7148

NOTE: Celebration pool party: Sunday, December 15, 2–3 p.m.

BLAST OFF! CODE: F127Focus: STEM

Design and build a craft to protect your two “astronauts” when they land. Take what you’ve learned to new heights by designing a “Pathfinder,” dropping it from the tower at MaryAnn Beebe Center to see if your payload (egg) survives! The program culminates with you designing a reusable launch vehicle—similar to the Ares NASA project. This program is funded in part by the National Space Grant Foundation.

Who: Girl Scout CadettesDate: Friday, November 1– Saturday November 2 Time: 6 p.m. Friday–4:30 p.m. SaturdayLocation: Mary Ann Beebe Center, Activity Center 17501 Striet Rd., HarvardFee: $5 per girl/$9 per adultIncludes: Dinner, breakfast, lunch, and snackMin./Max.: 12/25 girls; 1/3 adultsRegistration: Ends October 16, 2013Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

DESIGN IT! CODE: F128Badge: Entrepreneur / Focus: STEM

Discover your techie side as you design, build and play! Study the process of design with the Crystal Lake AAUW, including getting an idea from concept to market. Design and create a pencil bag and a bubble product.

Who: Girl Scout Juniors and CadettesDate: Saturday, November 2, 2013Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.Location: Home State Bank 40 Grant St., Crystal LakeFee: $12 per girlIncludes: Fun Patch











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Min./Max.: 10/40 girls; 2/8 adultsRegistration: Ends October 16, 2013Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

NOTE: Bring sack lunch, drink, snack

PRACTICE WITH A PURPOSE CODE: F129Badge: Practice with a Purpose

What is your favorite sport? Do you have goals to reach? Work on your Practice with a Purpose Junior Badge while learning new sports skills. Work with a coach at Camp Winnebago to come up with attainable sports goals and a plan to achieve those goals.

Who: Girl Scout Juniors Date: Saturday, November 2, 2013 Time: 9–11:30 a.m.Location: Camp Winnebago 5804 N. Main St., RockfordFee: $9 per girlMin./Max.: 15/45 girls; 3/8 adultsRegistration: Ends October 16, 2013Staff Contact: Shannan Harley, Ext. 7121

FROM THE HEART CODE: F130Journey: 5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers For Animals; A World of Girls; Brownie Quest / Badge: Dancer / Focus: Healthy Living

Learn to use dance to express how you feel, whether it’s happy, sad, silly, or excited. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, learn to show love and thanks through spreading your wings and letting your spirit soar.

Who: Girl Scout Daises and Brownies Date: Saturday, November 2, 2013 Time: 2–3 p.m.Location: State Street Dance 9 N. 4th St., GenevaFee: $11 per girlIncludes: Fun Patch Min./Max.: 15/40 girls; 4/10 adultsRegistration: Ends October 23, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

DRAWING LIKE A PRO CODE: F131Badge: Drawing


Who: Girl Scout JuniorsDate: Monday, November 4, 2013 Time: 4–6 p.m. Location: Art Box 407 South Third St., Suite 174, GenevaFee: $20 per girl Min./Max.: 10/20 girls; 1/10 adultsRegistration: Ends October 24, 2013Staff Contact: Stacie Simpson, Ext. 7148

THRILLBUILDERS CODE: F132Badge: Entertainment Technology / Focus: STEM

Create a simple merry-go-round and build a mini-catapult using a simple machine. Then put your catapult to the test by seeing who can fling a marshmallow the furthest!

Who: Girl Scout Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and AmbassadorsDate: Saturday, November 9, 2013Time: 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m.Location: Roscoe United Methodist Church 10816 Main St., RoscoeFee: $12 per girlIncludes: Fun PatchMin./Max.: 10/30 girls; 2/6 adultsRegistration: Ends October 23, 2013Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

NOTE: Bring a sack lunch, drink and snack.

PROGRAM-AIDE BASIC TRAINING Award: Program-Aide Award

Calling all teen leaders. This basic leadership training prepares you to work with younger Girl Scouts at service unit events, council events, or other troop/group activities. In this training you will develop your teaching and communication skills. If you are looking to expand your leadership skills and love to learn and teach songs, games, and other activities, this is the program for you!

Who: Girl Scout CadettesTime: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.Fee: $7 per girlMin./Max.: 10/20 girls; 0/4 adultsStaff Contact: Felecia Dupczak, Ext. 7161

CODE: F133Date: Saturday, November 9, 2013

Location: Elgin Service Center 12N124 Coombs Rd., ElginRegistration: Ends October 23, 2013

CODE: F166Date: Saturday, January 18, 2014Location: Sugar Grove Service Center 200 New Bond St., Sugar GroveRegistration: Ends January 6, 2014










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FROM FIELD TO TABLE: PUMPKIN PIE CODE: F134 Journey: Get Moving! aMUSE / Badge: Simple Meals / Focus: Healthy Living

A holiday favorite returns—let’s get cooking at Angelic Organics farm! Head to this working organic farm where you’ll start with a hands-on tour of all the farm has to offer. Check out the chickens and romp with the goats. Then just in time for Thanksgiving, you’ll create your own pumpkin pie from scratch with ingredients you’ll collect from the farm. Watch your pie bake then enjoy a tasty treat.

Who: Girl Scout JuniorsDate: Saturday, November 9, 2013Time: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.Location: Angelic Organics 1547 Rockton Rd., CaledoniaFee: $27 per girlMin./Max.: 16/24 girls; 3/6 adultsRegistration: Ends October 23, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

DETECTIVE CODE: F135 Badge: Detective

Search for clues, crack a code, use your detective skills and solve a nature mystery at the Bartlett Nature Center.

Who: Girl Scout Juniors Date: Saturday, November 9, 2013Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.Location: Bartlett Nature Center 2054 W. Stearns Rd., BartlettFee: $9 per girlMin./Max.: 10/30 girls; 2/6 adultsRegistration: Ends October 23, 2013Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

PROGRAMMING WITH BEE-BOT CODE: F136 Focus: STEM

Bee-Bot, our robot friend, has a lot to share with us on the computer. With Computer Explorers, you will be able to write your own program to send computer Bee-Bot through a number of missions. Then watch our robot Bee-Bot do the same on the floor!

Who: Girl Scout Daisies and BrowniesDate: Saturday, November 9, 2013 Time: 9–10:30 a.m.Location: Algonquin/LITH Chamber of Commerce 2114 W. Algonquin Rd., Lake in the HillsFee: $19 per girl

Min./Max.: 6/12 girls; 2/4 adultsRegistration: Ends October 23, 2013 Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

NOTE: Girls do not keep the robot or computer.

RACE TO THE FUTURE CODE: F137 Focus: STEM

Computer Explorers will show you how to write computer programs and then download them to Pro-Bot, a car shaped robot. Use arrows, numbers, light, touch and sound sensors to program the car to zoom around at your command! There’s no stopping the fun or learning in this fast-paced workshop!

Who: Girl Scout Juniors and CadettesDate: Saturday, November 9, 2013Time: 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Location: Algonquin/LITH Chamber of Commerce 2114 W. Algonquin Rd., Lake in the HillsFee: $19 per girlMin./Max.: 6/12 girls; 2/4 adultsRegistration: Ends October 23, 2013Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140


aMAZing HORSES CODE: F138Journey: aMAZE! / Badge: Animal Helpers, Science of Happiness / Focus: Healthy Living

Life is a maze of relationships and this Journey has Girl Scout Cadettes maneuvering through all its twists and turns to find true friendships, plenty of confidence, and develop skills to help promote peace for you, your world, and your planet! Be aMAZEd at how horses can help you make better friendships! Work with the staff at BPS Friends to complete your aMAZE! Journey working with horses using Equine Assisted Learning. Then team up with your group to complete your Diplomat Take Action award.

Who: Girl Scout CadettesDate: Saturdays, November 9, 16, 30 and December 7, 2013 Time: 2:30–5:30 p.m. Location: BPS 47W635 Beith Rd., Maple ParkFee: $95 per girlIncludes: aMAZE Journey book and awards and Animal Helpers Badge Min./Max.: 10/15 girls; 1/4 adultsRegistration: Ends October 23, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

NOTE: Girls must attend all the sessions in order to complete the Journey. A signed waiver is required for this event.











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MY BEST SELF CODE: F139 Journey: Brownie Quest, WOW! Wonders of Water / Badge: My Best Self / Focus: Healthy Living

Let’s get cookin’ in the Hy-Vee grocery store kitchen where you’ll learn all about eating right to be the best you can be. Take the Thirsty Challenge, try three new healthy and tasty foods, and create a yummy meal makeover.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies Date: Monday, November 11, 2013 Time: 2 - 4 p.m.Location: Hy-Vee 2700 DeKalb Ave, SycamoreFee: $12 per girl Min./Max.: 5/12 girls; 2/5 adultsRegistration: Ends October 30, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

YOGA FROM THE HEART FOR YOU AND ME CODE: F140 Journey: World of Girls; Get Moving! / Badge: My Best Self; Staying Fit / Focus: Healthy Living

Strike a pose from your heart together in this special you and me yoga workshop just in time for Thanksgiving. Partner yoga will focus on a theme of gratitude, teamwork, cooperation and supporting each other. Open your heart to all the good YOU have and all the good that is coming your way that YOU truly deserve!

Who: Girl Scout Brownies, Juniors and a special female adult Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2013 Time: 4:15–5:30 p.m.Location: Elgin Service Center 12N124 Coombs Rd., ElginFee: $8 per girl/$8 per adultMin./Max.: 5/15 girls; 5/15 adultsRegistration: Ends October 30, 2013 Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

NOTE: Each girl must attend with a female adult. A signed waiver is required for this event.

MAKE AN APP FOR THAT CODE: F141 Focus: STEM

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to create your own phone app and learn more about how they are programmed. Join OASIS, a not-for-profit organization of AT&T employees, as they teach you the basics of developing a mobile app. Each girl will create their own app in this workshop and will have the necessary tools to make more complex Android Mobile Apps (the apps do not work on iPhones).

Who: Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors

Date: Saturday, November 16, 2013 Time: 12:30–4:30 p.m.Location: Elgin Service Center 12N124 Coombs Rd., ElginFee: $4 per girlMin./Max.: 25/36 girls; 4/8 adultsRegistration: Ends October 30, 2013 Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

NOTE: Girls need to bring their own laptop, chargers and download the software before class. Instructions on how to load the software and a checklist will be sent with the confirmation letter. Girls are encouraged to bring an Android device and USB connectors to test their apps!

ANIMALS IN ART CODE: F142 Journey: A World of Girls

Explore the collections of the Freeport Art Museum to discover the many ways animals have been portrayed in art from widely different cultures. Then learn to draw and paint a very artistic cat using acrylic paints.

Who: Girl Scout Daisies Date: Saturday, November 16, 2013 Time: 2–4 p.m.Location: Freeport Art Museum 121 North Harlem Ave., FreeportFee: $16 per girl Includes: Fun PatchMin./Max.: 6/15 girls; 1/5 adultsRegistration: Ends November 7, 2013Staff Contact: Stacie Simpson, Ext. 7148

THRILLBUILDERS CODE: F143 Journey: aMUSE / Focus: STEM

Create a simple merry-go-round and build a mini-catapult using simple machine. Then put your catapult to the test by seeing who can fling a marshmallow the furthest!

Who: Girl Scout Juniors and CadettesDate: Saturday, November 16, 2013Time: 8 a.m.–NoonLocation: State Bank of the Lakes 1906 Holian Dr., Spring GroveFee: $12 per girlIncludes: Fun PatchMin./Max.: 20/60 girls; 4/12 adultsRegistration: Ends October 30, 2013Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

NOTE: Bring a snack.









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ROCK CLIMBING CODE: F144 Badge: Adventurer / Focus: Adventure

Welcome to a two-hour program that introduces girls to the sport of rock climbing. This fun-filled program will give girls a taste of rock climbing at Vertical Endeavor’s indoor rock climbing facility. Girls will climb using the auto-belay system, as well as receive top-rope belays on the 40-ft. walls from certified instructors. Fee includes equipment rentals.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and AmbassadorsDate: Saturday, November 16, 2013Time: 10 a.m.–NoonLocation: Vertical Endeavors 27141 Diehl Rd., WarrenvilleFee: $20 per girl Includes: Equipment RentalsMin./Max.: 8/30 girls; 2/5 adultsRegistration: Ends October 30, 2013Staff Contact: Laura Bumba, Ext. 7173

GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP CODE: F145 Badge: Good Sportsmanship / Focus: Adventure

It takes more than being a good athlete to be successful at a sport. Great athletes also have great sportsmanship, but what does it mean to have good sportsmanship? Come up with your definition of good sportsmanship and then put it into practice with a coach at Camp Winnebago.

Who: Girl Scout Cadettes Date: Saturday, November 16, 2013Time: 9–11:30 a.m.Location: Camp Winnebago 5804 N. Main St., RockfordFee: $9 per girl Min./Max.: 15/45 girls; 3/8 adultsRegistration: Ends October 30, 2013Staff Contact: Shannan Harley, Ext. 7121

GET YOUR HIP-HOP ON CODE: F146 Journey: Get Moving! / Focus: Healthy Living

Get your swagger on and your groove going while learning the coolest new hip-hop moves and dancing to your favorite songs. No dance experience needed!

Who: Girl Scout Juniors and Cadettes Date: Saturday, November 16, 2013Time: 2–3 p.m.Location: State Street Dance 9 N. 4th St., GenevaFee: $11 per girl Includes: Fun Patch

Min./Max.: 15/40 girls; 4/10 adultsRegistration: Ends October 30, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

PAINT LIKE A MASTER CODE: F147Badge: Painting

A wonderful step-by-step process event that will have you painting like a master artist. Begin by visualizing from your imagination or from a still life, and sketching your composition on paper. Then, transfer your sketch to canvas and paint your masterpiece. Practice your painting skills including mixing color and using a variety of brush strokes. Take home a 10x10 painting ready for your own gallery. Suitable for all skill levels.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies Date: Monday, November 18, 2013Time: 4–6 p.m.Location: Art Box 407 South Third St., Suite 174, GenevaFee: $22 per girl Min./Max.: 10/20 girls; 1/10 adultsRegistration: Ends November 6, 2013Staff Contact: Stacie Simpson, Ext. 7148

YOGA FROM THE HEART FOR YOU AND ME CODE: F148 Journey: aMAZE!; Girltopia; Mission Sisterhood; Bliss: Live It! Give It! / Focus: Healthy Living

Work, school, friends, family—life can be crazy sometimes! Reconnect to your heart through yoga and share your peace and relaxation with a special woman in your life as you focus on a theme of gratitude, teamwork, cooperation and supporting each other. Open your heart to all the good YOU have and all the good that is coming your way that YOU truly deserve!

Who: Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors and a special female adult Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2013 Time: 4:15–5:30 p.m.Location: Elgin Service Center 12N124 Coombs Rd., ElginFee: $8 per girl/$8 per adultMin./Max.: 5/15 girls; 5/15 adultsRegistration: Ends November 7, 2013 Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

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HOME SCIENTIST CODE: F149 Badge: Home Scientist

Be a scientist as you mix it up with common household supplies and see what bubbles and oozes with the Bartlett Nature Center staff.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies Date: Saturday, November 23, 2013Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.Location: Bartlett Nature Center 2054 W. Stearns Rd., BartlettFee: $9 per girl Includes: Fun PatchMin./Max.: 10/30 girls; 2/6 adultsRegistration: Ends November 6, 2013Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

WATERCOLOR YOUR WORLD CODE: F150 Journey: WOW / Badge: Painting

This delightful class draws inspiration from nature. Using unique and varied objects found in our natural world, you will learn how to observe the details of their form and the variations in their coloring. Perfect for the naturalist in us all. Learn the basics of watercolor paper, how to lay down washes, and techniques for dry brushing, as you complete your work. Your love for watercolors will grow as this event helps you handle the medium with ease. Suitable for all skill levels.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies Date: Monday, November 25, 2013Time: 4–6 p.m.Location: Art Box 407 South Third St., Suite 174, GenevaFee: $22 per girl Min./Max.: 10/20 girls; 1/10 adultsRegistration: Ends November 13, 2013Staff Contact: Stacie Simpson, Ext. 7148

NUTCRACKER BALLET CODE: F151

Your favorite holiday production is back with State Street Dance’s 10th Anniversary production of the Nutcracker Ballet performance! Come see the magic and elegance of this beloved holiday classic. After the show, participate in a conversation with Founder/Artistic Director Linda Cunningham and some of the performers. Girls who attend will receive a gift certificate for 1 free class of their choice at State Street Dance. Any girl registered before November 1 will be entered into a drawing to make a cameo during the Nutcracker party scene!

Who: All Girl Scouts and their families Date: Saturday, November 30, 2013

Time: 2–4 p.m.Location: Batavia Fine Arts Centre 1201 Main St., BataviaFee: $23 per girl/$23 per adult Includes: Voucher for one free dance class at State Street Dance for each registered Girl ScoutMin./Max.: 100/500 girls; 25/200 adultsRegistration: Ends November 16, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

NOTE: No children under 5 years old please. All girls must attend with a troop leader or adult chaperone. Nutcracker Fun Patches are available for pre-order for $1.25 each.

SUGAR PLUM TEA CODE: F152 Journey: WOW! Wonders of Water; aMUSE / Badge: Dancer, Musician / Focus: Healthy Living

Get swept away to a magical land of snowflakes and fairies this holiday season. Step inside The Nutcracker at this enchanting tea where you’ll dance with the sugar plum fairies, make your own tasty gingerbread house, and see beautiful ballet right before your eyes.

Who: Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies, Juniors Date: Saturday, December 7, 2013Time: 1–3 p.m.Location: St. Charles Country Club 1250 Country Club Rd., St. CharlesFee: $27 per girl and $50 per adultMin./Max.: 20/40 girls; 20/40 adultsRegistration: Ends November 20, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

NOTE: Girls must attend with a leader or adult chaperone.

ROCK CLIMBING CODE: F153 Badge: Adventurer / Focus: Adventure

Welcome to a two-hour program that introduces girls to the sport of rock climbing. This fun-filled program will give girls a taste of rock climbing at Vertical Endeavor’s indoor rock climbing facility. Girls will climb using the auto-belay system, as well as receive top-rope belays on the 40 ft. walls from certified instructors. Fee includes equipment rentals.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and AmbassadorsDate: Saturday, December 7, 2013Time: 10 a.m.–NoonLocation: Vertical Endeavors 27141 Diehl Rd., WarrenvilleFee: $20 per girl Includes: Equipment RentalsMin./Max.: 8/30 girls; 2/5 adultsRegistration: Ends November 20, 2013Staff Contact: Laura Bumba, Ext. 7173













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BEAUTY BLISS CODE: F154 Journey: Get Moving!; aMUSE; Breathe / Focus: Healthy Living

Have a beauty day at . . . the farm? Get your friends together for a morning of beauty at Angelic Organics. Learn to make your own all-natural organic beauty products straight from nature. Create your own custom lip balm, body scrub, healing salve, and goat’s milk soap to take home or for custom holiday gifts!

Who: Girl Scout Juniors, Cadettes Date: Sunday, December 8, 2013Time: 9:30 a.m.–NoonLocation: Angelic Organics 1547 Rockton Rd., CaledoniaFee: $32 per girl Min./Max.: 8/12 girls; 2/4 adultsRegistration: Ends November 20, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

SNOW SAFARI CODE: F155 Badge: Hiker

Learn about hidden ways to find trails. Then go on a trek through the winter woods and prairie and come back to enjoy a cup of hot cocoa.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies Date: Sunday, December 8, 2013Time: 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.Location: Crystal Lake Nature Center 330 N. Main St., Crystal LakeFee: $8 per girlMin./Max.: 5/15 girls; 2/3 adultsRegistration: Ends November 20, 2013Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

FROSTY FINDS CODE: F156 Badge: Geocacher; Camper

GPS —You’ve heard the term, now learn the ins-and-outs of using a GPS while searching for hidden geocaches to lead you to a final surprise.

Who: Girl Scout Juniors Date: Sunday, December 8, 2013Time: 2–3:30 p.m.Location: Crystal Lake Nature Center 330 N. Main St., Crystal LakeFee: $8 per girl Min./Max.: 5/15 girls; 2/3 adultsRegistration: Ends November 20, 2013Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

DRAWING LIKE A PRO CODE: F157 Badge: Drawing


Who: Girl Scout Juniors Date: Monday, December 9, 2013Time: 4–6 p.m.Location: Art Box 407 South Third St., Suite 174, GenevaFee: $20 per girl Min./Max.: 10/20 girls; 1/10 adultsRegistration: Ends November 27, 2013Staff Contact: Stacie Simpson, Ext. 7148

PAINT LIKE A MASTER CODE: F158 Badge: Painting

A wonderful step-by-step process event that will have you painting like a master artist. Begin by visualizing from your imagination, or from a still life, and sketching your composition on paper. Then, transfer your sketch to canvas and paint your masterpiece. Practice your painting skills including mixing color and using a variety of brush strokes. Take home a 10x10 painting ready for your own gallery. Suitable for all skill levels.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies Date: Monday, December 16, 2013Time: 4–6 p.m.Location: Art Box 407 South Third St., Suite 174, GenevaFee: $22 per girl Min./Max.: 10/20 girls; 1/10 adultsRegistration: Ends December 4, 2013Staff Contact: Stacie Simpson, Ext. 7148

THERE’S NO TIME LIKE SNOW TIME CODE: F159 Badge: Hiker; Camper

Have a snow experience you will never forget. With snow we can go snowshoeing, build snowmen and snow forts, and learn how to track animals at the Bartlett Nature Center. Don’t Worry, if there’s no snow, we will explore the prairie and have fun. So dress for the weather and be ready for fun!

Who: Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors Date: Saturday, December 21, 2013Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.













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Location: Bartlett Nature Center 2054 W. Stearns Rd., BartlettFee: $9 per girl Min./Max.: 10/30 girls; 2/6 adultsRegistration: Ends December 4, 2013Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

ROBO ENGINEERS CODE: F160 Focus: STEM

Working in teams, learn about robotics with Computer Explorers to build and program your robot creation using the LEGO™ WeDo Robotics System.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies Date: Thursday, January 2, 2014Time: 10 a.m.–NoonLocation: Algonquin/LITH Chamber of Commerce 2114 W. Algonquin Rd., Lake in the HillsFee: $24 per girl Min./Max.: 6/12 girls; 2/4 adultsRegistration: Ends December 18, 2013Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140


CARTOON QUEST CODE: F161 Badge: Entertainment Technology / Focus: STEM

Transfer yourself into a 2-dimensional cartoon! You and your partner will create a ‘toon in your own images with Computer Explorers. You’ll also create a cartoon strip featuring a custom background, speech bubbles, wacky ‘toons, and special effects. As animators, directors and producers, you’ll make your cartoon adventure come alive in video.

Who: Girl Scout Juniors and Cadettes Date: Thursday, January 2, 2014Time: Noon–3:30 p.m.Location: Algonquin/LITH Chamber of Commerce 2114 W. Algonquin Rd., Lake in the HillsFee: $35 per girl Min./Max.: 6/12 girls; 2/4 adultsRegistration: Ends December 18, 2013Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

NOTE: Girls do not keep the computer

SPORT ‘N SWIM SAMPLER CODE: F162 Journey: Get Moving!; Girltopia; Mission Sisterhood; Bliss: Live It! Give It! / Badge: Athlete; My Best Self; Staying Fit / Focus: Healthy Living

Love the sports but not the overnight? Then check out Rush Copley’s sampler night of all your favorite sports and games, no sleeping bag needed! Swim, rock climb, play

volleyball, bags, and more. You’ll even have a pizza party before you head home.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors Date: Saturday, January 4, 2014Time: 6–11 p.m. Location: Rush-Copley Healthplex 1900 Ogden Ave., AuroraFee: $27 per girl/$5 per adultIncludes: Pizza and a drink, fun patch for girls Min./Max.: 30/150 girls; 10/35 adultsRegistration: Ends December 18, 2013Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

NOTE: Troops/groups must meet proper girl/adult ratio. Individually registered girls must attend with an adult. A signed waiver is required for this event.

ANIMAL DANCE CODE: F163 Journey: 5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers for Animals / Focus: Healthy Living

Run like a cheetah, flap like a bird, jump like a kangaroo; animals have their own unique moves and you can too! Take a side trip and transform yourself into your favorite animal or flower through dance.

Who: Girl Scout Daisies Date: Saturday, January 11, 2014Time: 2–3 p.m. Location: State Street Dance 9 N. 4th St., GenevaFee: $11 per girl Includes: Fun Patch Min./Max.: 15/40 girls; 4/10 adultsRegistration: Ends January 2, 2014Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

C’MON GET HAPPY CODE: F164 Badge: My Best Self / Focus: Healthy Living

Find your happy place with Preferred Partner Nancy May as you learn yoga poses to put a smile on your face. You’ll also create your own “happy box” to keep all your favorite memories and happy thoughts close to your heart.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies Date: Saturday, January 18, 2014Time: 10–11:30 a.m. Location: Elgin Service Center 12N124 Coombs Rd, ElginFee: $12 per girl Includes: Fun Patch Min./Max.: 10/30 girls; 3/6 adultsRegistration: Ends January 3, 2014Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147












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CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE GIRL SCOUT SOUL CODE: F165 Journey: aMUSE / Badge: Simple Meals / Focus: Healthy Living

A Girl Scout winter favorite! There’s nothing better on a chilly day than homemade soup! Learn how to make soup from the field to the bowl as you make stock, prepare veggies, and make your own egg noodles. While your soup simmers, help the farm crew care for the farm animals, then warm up with a bowl of truly homemade soup!

Who: Girl Scout Juniors, Cadettes Date: Saturday, January 18, 2014Time: 1–6 p.m. Location: Angelic Organics 1547 Rockton Rd., CaledoniaFee: $32 per girl Min./Max.: 8/12 girls; 2/4 adultsRegistration: Ends January 3, 2014Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

STAYING FIT WITH FOOD CODE: F167 Journey: Get Moving!; aMUSE / Badge: Staying Fit; Simple Meals / Focus: Healthy Living

Staying fit isn’t just about exercise, healthy foods are also part of the equation. Head down to Hy-Vee grocery store for the tastiest scavenger hunt ever where you’ll discover tons of yummy and healthy foods. Then head to the kitchen to meet the local pharmacist and dietician who will help you make a delicious meal!

Who: Girl Scout JuniorsDate: Monday, January 20, 2014Time: 10 a.m.–NoonLocation: Hy-Vee 2700 DeKalb Ave., SycamoreFee: $12 per girlMin./Max.: 5/12 girls; 2/5 adultsRegistration: Ends January 8, 2014Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

5 FLOWERS, 4 STORIES, 3 CHEERS FOR YOGA! CODE: F168Journey: 5 Flowers, 4 Stories, 3 Cheers For Animals / Focus: Healthy Living

Animals are awesome and they need care just like you do. Let Preferred Partner Nancy May help you find your inner animal as you learn all your favorite animal yoga poses. You’ll be sure to have a roarin’ good time!

Who: Girl Scout Daisies Date: Tuesday, January 21, 2014Time: 4:15–5:15 p.m.

Location: Elgin Service Center 12N124 Coombs Rd., ElginFee: $8 per girl Min./Max.: 10/30 girls; 4/8 adultsRegistration: Ends January 8, 2014Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

NOTE: A signed waiver is required for this event

BATTLEBOTS Focus: STEM

Working in teams, you will build a basic robot using motors, wires, wheels and a body. Then choose some extra parts to make your robot unique. Then put it to the test as you compete with other robots.

Location: Challenger Learning Center 222 Church St., WoodstockFee: $14 per girl Min./Max.: 15/30 girls; 2/6 adultsStaff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

CODE: F169Who: Girls in grades 3–5 Date: Saturday, January 25, 2014Time: 10–11:30 a.m.Registration: Ends January 8, 2014

CODE: F170Who: Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors Date: Saturday, January 25, 2014Time: 12:30–2 p.m.Registration: Ends January 8, 2014

RENDEZVOUS WITH A COMET Focus: STEM

Go on a daring mission to take an up-close look at a comet as it streaks its way across the galaxy. Your mission is to plot a course to rendezvous with the comet, launch a probe while also plotting the correct intercept course and completing station activities. Each girl will take on an unique role during this mission. This exploration is filled with challenges and emergencies, and each obstacle that stands in the way of the mission requires you to work together as a team to make this mission a success!

Location: Challenger Learning Center 222 Church St., WoodstockFee: $17 per girl Min./Max.: 14/34 girls; 2/6 adultsStaff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

CODE: 171Who: Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors Date: Saturday, January 25, 2014Time: 10–11:30 a.m. Registration: Ends January 8, 2014










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CODE: F172Who: Girl Scout Juniors Date: Saturday, January 25, 2014Time: 12:30–2 p.m.

STEMAPALOOZA CODE: F173 Focus: STEM

Join us at the Challenger Learning Center for exciting, hands-on science, technology and engineering activities! Explore electrical circuits, make a paper glider, build a tower, see light differently through diffraction glasses and more. Allow 2–2 1/2 hours to complete all of the stations.

Who: Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors Date: Saturday, January 25, 2014Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Location: Challenger Learning Center 222 Church St., WoodstockFee: $12 per girl Includes: Fun Patch Min./Max.: 40/100 girls; 8/30 adultsRegistration: Ends January 8, 2014Staff Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140

AWESOME ‘80s CODE: F174 Journey: Get Moving! / Badge: Dancer; Staying Fit / Focus: Healthy Living

Moonwalk back to the ‘80s in this totally radical dance extravaganza. Slip on your legwarmers and wear your favorite neon threads as you learn some totally tubular moves from this classic decade and put together a gnarly dance routine.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies, Juniors Date: Saturday, January 25, 2014Time: 2–3 p.m. Location: State Street Dance 9 N. 4th St., GenevaFee: $11 per girl Includes: Fun Patch Min./Max.: 15/40 girls; 4/10 adultsRegistration: Ends January 8, 2014Staff Contact: Brooke Radford-Knight, Ext. 7147

ROCKIN’ SLUMBER PARTY CODE: F175 Badge: Adventurer / Focus: Adventure

Spend the night at Vertical Endeavors. Arrive at 10 p.m. for an evening of excitement! Girls will have the space to themselves to rock the night away. Events may include rappelling and zip-lining.

Who: Girl Scout Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors

Date: Saturday, January 11–Sunday, January 12, 2014Time: 10 p.m.–7 a.m. Location: Vertical Endeavors 27141 Diehl Rd., WarrenvilleFee: $67 per girl/$67 per adult Includes: Equipment Rentals Min./Max.: 10/30 girls; 2/5 adultsRegistration: Ends December 18, 2013Staff Contact: Laura Bumba, Ext. 7173

CLAY EFFIGY BOWL CODE: F176 Journey: World of Girls / Badge: Potter

Learn about the Mayan clay effigy artifacts from the Freeport Art Museum’s collection. Observe the intricate designs and careful sculpting. This two-part workshop will provide instruction in hand-building your own clay animal effigy bowl. In part two, come back to apply the color through the glazing process.

Who: Girl Scout Brownies Dates/Times: Saturday, January 25, 2014; 2–4 p.m. AND Saturday, February 8, 2014; 12 Noon–1 p.m. Location: Freeport Art Museum 121 North Harlem Ave., FreeportFee: $20 per girl Includes: Fun Patch Min./Max.: 6/15 girls; 1/5 adultsRegistration: Ends January 15, 2014Staff Contact: Stacie Simpson, Ext. 7148

NOTE: This is a two part program. Finished work will need to be picked up at a later date, after the second firing is complete.









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NIU-ENHANCING ENGINEERING PATHWAYS (NIU-EEP) INTEGRATED OUTREACH AND MENTORING PROGRAMS

Presents

12 Saturday Engineering Workshops (SEW) & Summer Camp for Girl Scout Cadettes to Explore Engineering!!

Into its sixth year and geared for Girl Scout Cadettes, these workshops challenge participants to sharpen their math, science and technology skills as they discover engineering! Girls will work in small groups assisted by women faculty from NIU, female engineering undergraduates and high school mentors on various engineering projects. They will build simple electrical circuits to create sound, work on motion and light projects, bridge-building, experience chemical engineering and lean simulation. Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors, are offered this unique opportunity to team up with women engineers from the academic and corporate world. This event provides girls with an experienced mentoring community to develop the next generation of scientists and engineers! Girls will also participate in one STEM expo, of their choosing, outside of the 12 SEW and Summer Camp. Examples of outside STEM expos include school science fairs, science nights, STEM fest or library fairs focusing on STEM.

WHO: Girl Scout Cadettes in Grades 6, 7 and 8

DATE: November 2, 9, and 23; December 7 and 14; February 1 and 15; March 1 and 15; April 5, 12, and 26; and May 10. Summer Camp: June 16–20, 2014

TIME: 8:30 to 10:30 A.M.

LOCATION: Northern Illinois University - Naperville Campus, Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois

FEES: $210 per registered Girl Scout / $225 per non-registered Girl Scout (includes the $15GSUSA registration fee*)

INCLUDES: SWE Event Patch; workshops; SEW summer camp

ADDITIONAL FEES: Additional camp costs (~$75) for T-shirt and field trips will be determined at a later date.

*A limited number of NIU–SEW scholarships are available to students who are enrolled in the free/reduced lunch program at their school.

The program application (Page 2), letter of recommendation, and copy of last quarter report card are due to the Elgin Service Center by Monday, October 7, 2013.

Selection for the beginner’s level will be made based on grades obtained during the last quarter for the previous year anda letter of recommendation from the participant’s math, science, or technology teacher (which needs to be turned in with the application). Applicants will be notified by NIU-EEP of their acceptance during the week of October 21, 2013, at which time the program fee ($210/$225) is due to Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois.

Mandatory Orientation for Participant and Parent November 2, 2013, from 9 to 11 A.M. @ the NIU Naperville Campus.Check out www.niu.edu/eep for more information on the SEW program.

Registration Questions: Contact Pam Schnecke @ 847-741-5521, Ext. 7140 or [email protected] Questions: Contact Dr. Suma Rajashankar @ 815-753-9966 or [email protected]

College of Engineering and Engineering Technology Society of Women Engineers Girl Scouts of Northern IllinoisNorthern Illinois University NIU Collegiate Section Elgin Service CenterDeKalb, Illlinois 60115 DeKalb, Illinois 60115 12N124 Coombs Road

Elgin, Illinois 60124

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Northern Illinois University – Enhancing Engineering Pathways Engineering Opportunities for Girl Scout Cadettes

through Saturday Engineering Workshops Funded by Motorola Solutions Foundation

APPLICATION FORM (Please submit a separate form for each participant.)

Completed Application Due on Monday, October 7, 2013.

Mail or deliver this form along with a sealed letter of recommendation from a math, science, or technology teacherand a copy of applicant’s last-quarter report card no later than Monday, October 7, 2013 to:

Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois, Pam Schnecke, 12N124 Coombs Road, Elgin, Illinois, 60124. Applicants will be notified of their acceptance by NIU-EEP during the week of October 21, 2013, at which time the

program fee ($210/$225) is due to Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois.

PLEASE PRINT

Name - First Last Middle

Grade School Name District

Parent/Guardian Name(s)

Address City Zip

Day Phone Evening Phone

Email and Alternative Email Address(es)

List the honors or advanced courses in which you have been enrolled.

Are you enrolled in any special engineering or science curriculum? If yes, list them.

Do you like studying math and science? If yes, why?

When you go to college, do you think you will pursue a career in an engineering-related field? Yes No Don’t Know

If yes, to the above question, please explain why you would like to become an engineer? What is it that interests you?

Briefly share why you are interested in participating in the NIU-EEP Saturday Engineering workshops. Also, how do you think you will benefit

from taking part in this program?

Parent/Guardian Signature Applicant’s Signature

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Date: Tuesday, January 14, 2014Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Location: Sugar Grove Service Center 200 New Bond Street Sugar Grove, IL 60554 Min./Max.: 3/15Registration: Ends January 7, 2014Staff Contact: Felecia Dupczak, Ext. 7161

Date: Wednesday, January 15, 2014Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Location: Freeport Service Center 5040 Bus. Route 20 West Freeport, IL 61032 Min./Max.: 3/15Registration: Ends January 7, 2014Staff Contact: Felecia Dupczak, Ext. 7161

Date: Tuesday, January 21, 2014Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Location: Elgin Service Center 12N124 Coombs Road Elgin, IL 60124 Min./Max.: 3/15Registration: Ends January 14, 2014Staff Contact: Felecia Dupczak, Ext. 7161

Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2014Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Location: Rockford Service Center 2820 McFarland Road Rockford, IL 61107 Min./Max.: 3/15Registration: Ends January 14, 2014Staff Contact: Felecia Dupczak, Ext. 7161

Are you new to a Day/Twilight Camp Committee? Are you interested in learning what it takes to be a council-sponsored Day/Twilight Camp? Attend this training and receive your Day/Twilight Camp Manual, helpful resources, and other information as you begin to develop your Day/Twilight Camp for 2014!

Day Camp Training

According to Volunteer Essentials Safety Activity Check Points:“. . . every time a group meets at a time and location different from the regular group meeting, you must use a permission form—even if the girls are responsible for getting to that location on their own. Permission forms give parents the who, what, when, where, and why, so that they can decide whether their daughter can participate in an event or go on a trip. A signed permission form permits you to include the girl in the activity and also provides you with up-to-date emergency contact information.”

When attending a council-sponsored program, each participant is asked to submit a permission slip, which is kept by the council. A copy of this permission slip is sent with the event confirmation; however, the activity permission slip found on the GSNI website may be used.

• If the parents are responsible for transporting girls to and from the event, this is the only permission slip that is needed.

• If the troop is providing transportation, a second permission slip is needed and should be in the car in which the girl is being transported.

Permission Slips at Council-Sponsored Programs

Need help registering?You can contact the Registration Help Desk byPhone: 847-741-5521, Ext. 7110

Email: [email protected]: 847-264-5554

The Registration Help Desk hours areMonday through Friday8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

http://www.girlscoutsni.org/forms/Activities_Permission_Slip_English.pdf

http://www.girlscoutsni.org/forms/Activities_Permission_Slip_English.pdf

mailto:registration%40girlscoutsni.org?subject=Registration%20Help%20Needed

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2013 Fall Camp Service DaysDo you love your Girl Scout Camps? Looking for a volunteer opportunity? Enjoy your day at your favorite camp and help get it ready for winter! Take advantage of these opportunities to join some other very energetic volunteers and make a difference for the outdoor experience of our Girl Scouts and have a great answer to the question . . . What did YOU do today?!

Who: All Girl Scouts Note: Troops/groups must meet proper girl/adult ratio. Individually registered girls must attend with an adult. GSNI is offering one free night of tent camping or half-off any one night stay in a lodge, when you stay at any camp operated by GSNI. To qualify troops must have at least 3 girls and 2 adults sign up and attend one of the service days. Activities may include: cleaning buildings, disassembling the platform tents, some minor repairs and painting, clearing brush and debris from our trails, landscaping assistance and general cleanup.Min./Max.: 5/100 girls; 2/40 adultsStaff Contact: Girl Leadership Assistant and Campsite Coordinator, 847-741-5521, Ext. 7132

CODE: CSD03Date: Saturday, October 12, 2013Time: 12 Noon–4 p.m.Where: Camp McCormick, 9995 N. Girl Scout Rd., Stillman ValleyRegistration: Ends September 25, 2013

CODE: CSD04Date: Saturday, October 19, 2013Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.Where: Camp Dean, 46W253 Camp Dean Rd., Big RockRegistration: Ends October 2, 2013

Saturday, September 21Camp McCormick - Stillman Valley, Illinois

• 8K Thin Mint Sprint (5 Miles) • 2-Mile Family Fun Walk/Run • Tough Cookie Trail Run (Approx. 4 Miles) • Do the Double (Approx. 9 Miles)

9th AnnualTHIN MINT SPRINT

Visit www.girlscoutsni.org for information and www.active.com for registration.



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Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois (GSNI)2013-14 Event Registration Information

Unless otherwise noted, registration for events in this booklet begins September 16, 2013

HOW TO REGISTER: Unless otherwise noted, registration for events is open for both troops/groups and individual registration. NOTE: Permission slips will be sent with the confirmation; however, the activity permission slip found on the GSNI website may be used.

Council events are conducted by a variety of sources—out-side resources, volunteers, and/or council staff. In order to ensure girl/adult ratios are met, we ask the following:

• If registering as an individual, check the program description to determine if adult chaperones are required to accompany girl participants.

• If registering as a troop/group (even if leaders ask parents to register the girls individually), proper girl/adult ratio must be met.

• Due to space limitations, we ask that troops meet but do not exceed girl/adult ratios.

In all cases, each girl participant must turn in a completed permission slip signed by their parent/guardian. Check the individual program description to determine if adult chaperones are required to pay. Adult chaperones are required to register regardless of fee.

To determine the proper girl/adult ratio, see Volunteer Essentials, Chapter 4: Safety Wise. Volunteer Essentials is available on the GSNI website.

Troop registrations will keep all your girls together—all will get in or not get in. If you don’t want any girls left out, troop registration is recommended.

Registrations and payment may be: • Completed online at www.girlscoutsni.org unless

otherwise noted

• Mailed to the Elgin Service Center

• Hand delivered to any of GSNI’s service centers during regular business hours. (GSNI is not responsible for forms dropped off when a center is closed.)

• Registrations must be received by the deadline date.

NOTE: Registrations are not accepted over the phone and no spots can be held without a paid registration.

However you choose to register, you must not register prior to the beginning registration date (September 16, 2013).

Registrations postmarked, dropped off, or submitted online prior to the beginning registration date will receive a two-day penalty. (Held for two days after registration opens.)

Registrations received after the close of registration will be accepted ONLY at the discretion of the director of girl leadership or her designee. Please CALL the Girl LeadershipAssistant at Ext. 7132 for possible availability after the registration deadline has passed.

PROGRAM CANCELATIONS: If a program does not meet the minimum registration as of the deadline date, GSNI reserves the right to cancel the program. Notice will be made by e-mail and/or phone.

PAYMENT: Payment in full MUST be submitted with the registration. Cash, check, money order, VISA, MasterCard., Discover and/or “Cookie Dough/S’more Dough” are accepted. Online registration requires credit card payment. “Cookie Dough/S’more Dough” cannot be used with online payment. “Cookie Dough/S’more Dough” must be received prior to the expiration date listed on the coupon and can only be used for the girl’s fees.

CONFIRMATION: A registration confirmation will be e-mailed to all participants shortly after the closing date of registration. If you have not received a confirmation five (5) days prior to the event, please call the staff contact person listed in the program description.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: A limited amount of financial assistance is available. Girl participants may request up to $15 twice per membership year for program event financial assistance. Requests are considered by the membership year the event is being held, not date submitted. If requesting financial assistance for a program event, submit a completed financial assistance request WITH the event registration form. The financial assistance form may be found on the GSNI website or contact the Girl Leadership assistant at Ext. 7132.

REFUND PROCEDURE: • A full refund of the fee (including deposit) is made ONLY if

a participant can’t be placed in the program of her choice or if it is necessary for GSNI to cancel a program opportunity.

• A partial refund, cost of the event minus a $5 per person processing fee or 1/2 the event fee for events costing less than $10, will be given if requested in writing prior to the event deadline. When requesting a refund, include the following information in an e-mail or letter to the Girl Leadership assistant: name and address of participant, name and date of event, and reason for request.

• No refunds will be given after the event registration deadline.

If a Girl Scout membership registration fee was paid, it is non-refundable or transferable.

CHAPERONES:Adults accompanying participants may be responsible for:

• Assisting with program activities as requested by program facilitator.

• Administering any necessary disciplinary actions when behavior is disruptive. If behavior continues to disrupt, the workshop facilitator may alert the chaperones to have them handle the situation appropriately.

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PLEASE PRINTPROGRAM INFORMATION GIRL INFORMATION ADULT INFORMATION PAYMENTName of Program Event/Workshop Code Date/Time Number of Girls Fee per Girl Number of Adults Fee per Adult Total

REGISTRATION: NOTE: Unless otherwise specified:

• Troops/groups must meet proper girl/adult ratio • Adults MUST register for the program. Check individual program descriptions to determine if there is an adult fee. • All girl participants must be registered Girl Scouts. If you are registering a girl for an event who is not a current member of

Girl Scouts, please contact our registration help desk on how to register her as a Girl Scout. (847-741-5521, Ext. 7110).

Adult Contact ___________________________________________________ Email ______________________________________________Address __________________________________________________________ City/Zip ____________________________________________ Home Phone __________________________________________ Alternative Phone ___________________________________________ Troop/Group No. ______________________ OR _________________________ Individually Registered Girl Scout

CurrentGirl Participant Names Grade Adult Chaperone Names First Aid1. _____________________________________ _______ _______________________________________________________ Y / N2. _____________________________________ _______ _______________________________________________________ Y / N 3. _____________________________________ _______ _______________________________________________________ Y / N 4. _____________________________________ _______ _______________________________________________________ Y / N 5. _____________________________________ _______ _______________________________________________________ Y / N 6. _____________________________________ _______ _______________________________________________________ Y / N 7. _____________________________________ _______ 8. _____________________________________ _______ 9. _____________________________________ _______ 10. ____________________________________ _______ Please indicate any special needs that those in attendance may have (diet, activity limitations, etc.):

PAYMENT INFORMATION ___Check/Money Order ___Cash ___Credit Card ___Cookie Dough/S’more DoughCredit Card Information: ____ Visa ____ MasterCard ____ Discover Expires ____________________________ Cardholder’s Name (PRINTED) ______________________________ Signature ____________________________________ Cardholder’s Address _________________________________________ City/Zip ______________________________________ Card #__________________________________________________________ Validation Code (on back of card) _________

If additional space is needed to list girls and/or adults, please attach second sheet of paper.

Return with payment to:

Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois Council-sponsored Event Registration Form

Registration Opens September 16, 2013(early registration will be penalized)

OFFICE USEPostmark/Del. Date _______________

Girl Scouts of Northern IllinoisElgin Service Center12N124 Coombs Rd., Elgin, IL 60124

Register online at www.girlscoutsni.org and choose “Click Here To Register”

https://gsusa.ebiz.uapps.net/vp/Home/tabid/166/Default.aspx?pid=29

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Girl Scout Leadership AwardsThe steps to earning the highest awards are rooted in the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and the three keys to leadership: girls Discover themselves and their values and explore the world, Connect with others locally and globally, and Take Action to make the world a better place.

Girl Scout Bronze AwardThe Girl Scout Bronze Award requires a girl to learn the leadership and planning skills necessary to follow through on a project that makes a positive impact on her community. Working toward this award demonstrates her commitment to helping others, improving her community and the world and becoming the best she can be. Girls must be in grades 4–5, be a registered Girl Scout Junior AND complete a Junior Journey!

• Build your Girl Scout Junior team. • Explore your community. • Choose your Girl Scout Bronze Award Project. • Make a plan. • Put your plan in motion. • Spread the word.

Additional information on the Girl Scout Bronze Award can be found in the Junior Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting, on GSNI’s website or the GSUSA website.

Girl Scout Silver AwardThe Girl Scout Silver Award represents a girl’s accomplishments in Girl Scouting and her community as she grows and works to improve her life and the lives of others. Girls must be in grades 6–8, be a registered Girl Scout Cadette AND complete a Cadette Journey!

• Identify issues you care about. • Build your Girl Scout Silver Award team (no more than 4 girls!) or decide to go solo. • Explore your community. • Pick your Silver Award project. The Silver Award project must be done in the local community

(beyond the Girl Scout community). • Develop your project. • Make a plan and put it into motion. • Reflect, share your story and celebrate!

Additional information on the Girl Scout Silver Award can be found in the Cadette Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting, on GSNI’s website or the GSUSA website.

Girl Scout Gold AwardThe Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest achievement for Girl Scouts today. It is a reflection of the dedication and determination of each recipient. For many, the leadership skills, organizational skills and sense of community and commitment that come from “Going for the Gold” set the foundation for a lifetime of active citizenship. Girls must be in grades 9–12, be a registered Girl Scout Senior or Ambassador AND complete two Journeys (Senior or Ambassador*) OR earn the Silver Award and complete one Senior or Ambassador Journey.

*Girl Scout Seniors complete Senior Journeys and Girl Scout Ambassadors complete Ambassador Journeys.

• Choose an issue: Use your values and skills to identify a community issue you care about. • Investigate: Research everything you can about the issue. • Get help: Invite others to support and take action with you. • Create a plan: Create a project plan that achieves sustainable and measurable impact. • Present your project proposal via the GS Gold Award app on the GSUSA website. • Get feedback and approval from the Girl Scout Gold award Committee before starting your

project implementation. • Take action: Take the lead to carry out your plan. • Educate and inspire: Share what you have experienced with others.

Additional information on the Girl Scout Gold Award can be found in the Senior and/or Ambassador’s Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting, on GSNI’s website or the GSUSA website.

http://www.girlscoutsni.org/forms/Girl_Scout_Bronze_Award_Girl_Guidelines.pdf

http://www.girlscoutsni.org/forms/Girl_Scout_Silver_Award_Girl_Guidelines.pdf

http://www.girlscoutsni.org/forms/Girl_Scout_Gold_Award_Girl_Guidelines.pdf

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Girl Scout Scholarship ProgramFor Graduating Girl Scout Ambassadors

Did you know that Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois has a scholarship program that helps girl members fund their education beyond high school?

While your girls may be too young to benefit now, we want girls and parents to be aware of the many benefits staying in Girl Scouting provides—the scholarship program being just one of them.

Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois recognizes the importance of education and training as a necessary preparation for adulthood in our increasingly complex society. To help young women further their education and develop skills in their chosen field, Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois currently offers two types of scholarships: the Girl Scout Gold Award Scholarship and the Girl Scout Ambassador Scholarship.

• Through an application process that includes specific requirements and activities, Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois awards scholarships to Girl Scout Ambassadors who are graduating from high school. Recipients must be registered members of GSNI and be actively involved in Girl Scouts during their high school years, including participation in both product programs.

• The GSNI Gold Award Scholarship is awarded to Girl Scout Ambassadors who are graduating high school and have earned their Girl Scout Gold Award. Recipients must be registered members of GSNI, actively involved in Girl Scouts during their high school years, including participation in both product programs and have earned their Girl Scout Gold Award by March 14, 2014.

GSNI Ambassador and Gold Award Scholarship Guidelines and Applications will be available on our website at www.girlscoutsni.org/event on January 15, 2014. The application deadline is March 14, 2014.

All troops and girls are encouraged to participate. What a great way to raise funds for your troop and earn some fun patches and rewards!

This year’s theme: Be Your Best You . . . Grow Your Skills!

Exciting News! The top 10 sellers in the council will receive two invitations to the Super “Seller-Bration” in the Spring of 2014!

A new Troop Bonus will be offered that ties into the Cookie Program!

Watch for information coming soon on the 2014 Girl Scout Cookie Program!

2013 Fall Product ProgramOrder taking dates: October 18 through November 1, 2013

Delivery dates: November 21 through November 23, 2013

There are two new tins we’re sure you’ll want to add to your collection, along with a couple new products to try! The Dulce De Leche Owls are added to the line up along with the return of the Peanut Butter Bears and the Mint Penguins!

Girl Scout Penguin Tin

Girl Scout Flower Pot Tin

http://www.girlscoutsni.org/event

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Community PartnersPreferred Partners are businesses, organizations, and experts in your community offering quality events and activities for girls. Preferred Partner programming is aligned specifically to the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, and offered only to Girl Scouts.

Preferred Partners understand the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, and fully support the leadership keys, processes and outcomes. Opportunities are designed with Girl Scout Journeys and badges in mind. Two types of Preferred Partner events are available:

• Scheduled events take place on a scheduled date, at a specific time and location. Multiple troops/ groups/girls attend at one time. You’ll see these events listed throughout this booklet. Register for these events through the council’s website.

• To browse scheduled events or to register for an event, click here.

• Flexible events offer events and activities with flexible scheduling for troops, groups, or Service Units. One adult volunteer contacts the Preferred Partner to set up the details of the event, including date/ time/location.

• To browse flexible events, click here. • To view an interactive map of flexible Preferred Partners, click here.

Community ServiceGirls want to know they can make a difference in the world around them! Girl Scouts often do both community service and Take Action projects. Both types of projects help communities in different ways. To complete a Journey, girls need to do a Take Action project (which some organizations call service learning). Click here to learn more about how Girl Scouts defines the differences between community service and service learning.

• To browse a list of community service opportunities within GSNI, click here. • To view an interactive map of community service opportunities, click here. Community OfferingsCommunity Offerings are events or activities that are open to the public, or provide a discount or special offer to Girl Scout members. These events enhance the Girl Scout experience, but are not specifically aligned to the GSLE (Girl Scout Leadership Experience). GSNI is not responsible for the content of these opportunities, but provides information about these offerings to our members as a service.

• To browse a list of community offerings, click here. Note: Each business/organization provides a pdf flyer with additional information. Click the links within the list to access this information.

• To view an interactive map of community offerings, click here.


https://gsusa.ebiz.uapps.net/VP/NoPortal.html

http://www.girlscoutsni.org/forms/Preferred_Partners/2013-2014_Preferred_Partners-Flexible.pdf

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http://forgirls.girlscouts.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/VTEE-B-4_CommunityAndServiceLearning.pdf

http://www.girlscoutsni.org/forms/Preferred_Partners/2013-2014_Community_Service_Opportunities.pdf

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http://www.girlscoutsni.org/forms/Preferred_Partners/2013-2014_Community_Offerings.pdf

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Programs-in-a-Box are resources and activities designed to enhance a Journey or focus on a specific topic that interests girls. The box, which can be checked out from your local service center, includes a binder with instructions and written materials, plus most of the materials and equipment you’ll need to complete the activities. To browse the list of available Programs-in-a-Box, visit www.girlscoutsni.org/volunteer-resources/programs.

Reservations are required for all Programs-In-A-Box. To reserve a box, contact the following staff: Elgin Service Center - Until further notice, contact Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140 Freeport Service Center – Council Store, Ext. 7158 Rockford Service Center – Council Store, Ext. 7165 Sugar Grove Service Center – Council Store, Ext. 7200

1. Schedule your pick-up ahead of time to ensure your box is ready.

2. At pick-up, you will be required to pay a deposit and, where required, the per-girl fee. NOTE: These two fees must be paid separately. The girl fee is due at pick-up and the deposit will be held until the box is returned.

3. Deposits are returned in full if all items are returned in good condition and ON TIME. If items are missing or damaged, an additional damage/loss fee will be accessed. The late fee is charged at $1 per weekday, per box. NOTE: If you know you will be late, please contact the appropriate check-out person. If the box is not reserved by someone else, an extension may be available.

4. Schedule your return time and give yourself time to allow staff to check that all items are included and in good condition. If you do not allow time, your deposit will be sent to you at a later date.

5. If using a Programs-in-a-Box for a large group, service unit event or camp, please contact the appropriate reservation staff member at least six weeks in advance to check the availability of additional boxes and supplies. All deposits and fees are applicable.

Programs-In-A-Box

Title Pick Up/Virtual Age Level Usage / DepositColor Me Curious Pick-up DA, BR $25 deposit

Under Construction Pick-up DA, BR, JR $25 deposit

It’s Electric Pick-up DA, BR, JR, CD, SR, AM $50 deposit

Think Green Pick-up BR, JR, CD, SR, AM $50 deposit

You Can Do the Rubik’s Cube Pick-up BR, JR, CD, SR, AM $50 deposit for Kit

Be a Friend, Not a Bully Both BR $50 deposit for Kit

Intergalactic Bracelet Race Pick-up BR, JR $15 deposit / $2 per girl

uniquely ME! Virtual JR, CD, SR, AM NO FEE

BYOU2 Dance Party Pick-up ALL LEVELS $10 deposit / $3 per girl

Sister to Sister: The Darker Side of Friendship Virtual CD NO FEE

Journey Open House Both ALL LEVELS $15 deposit per Journey

Make It Green Pick-up JR, CD, SR, AM $75 deposit / $12 per girl

Power It Up Pick-up JR, CD, SR, AM $75 deposit / $12 per girl

Design Time Pick-up JR, CD, SR, AM $75 deposit / $12 per girl

Engineers to the Rescue! Pick-up JR, CD, SR, AM $75 deposit / $12 per girl

ThrillBuilders Pick-up JR, CD, SR, AM $75 deposit / $12 per girl

Making Coices Pick-up DS NO DEPOSIT/FEE

Savvy Shopper Pick-up JR NO DEPOSIT/FEE

Budgeting Pick-up CD NO DEPOSIT/FEE

Girls Go Techbridge Junior Achievement

http://www.girlscoutsni.org/volunteer-resources/programs

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GSNI SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS

Elgin Service Center12N124 Coombs Rd.Elgin, IL 60124847-741-5521

Freeport Service Center5040 Business Rt. 20 W. Freeport, IL 61032 815-235-8777 or 800-925-3327 Rockford Service Center2820 McFarland Rd. RockfoRd., IL 61107815-962-5591 or 800-242-5591

Sugar Grove Service Center 200 New Bond StreetSugar Grove, IL 60554630-897-1565

Girl Scout Express 200 Applebee StreetBarrington, IL 60010847-620-5043

www.girlscoutsni.org

2013 fall program guide

Documents

local service center

service center locations

freeport service center

rockford service center

event registration information

event supervisors

event evaluations

event return