Returning Camper Registration Opens Jan 3 Camp Registration Opens Jan 6

January 2020 Volunteer Meeting Agenda

Please Note- The offices and shops of GSHG will be closed on Monday, January 20th in observance of MLK Spread the word- Parents of Girl Scouts are invited to join us on January 9th at 6:30 pm for our first ever Parent Information Webinar. Register at https://gshg.wufoo.com/forms/rsvp-for-parent-webinar/ to receive the webinar link. The GSHG Annual Meeting will be held on January 25th, 2020 at Camp Martha Johnston. All GSHG members are welcome to attend, please RSVP online at www.gshg.org. Cookie Program Has Begun!!! REGISTER HERE for one of the below Mini Training Sessions: All training sessions will be recorded and available for future reference.

• Tuesday, January 7 - 6:30 p.m. • Tuesday, February 4 - 6:30 p.m. • Thursday, February 27 - 6:30 p.m.

To help provide better customer service to our volunteers: During working hours: Customer Care 1-888-689-1912; gshg@gshg.org; Or email your Regional Product Manager After Hours: Cookie Hotline Number: 706-610-0533; gshgcookies@gmail.com Call or text 2021 Early Bird Patch Design Contest! We are looking for a patch design for the 2021 Early Bird patch! It’s time for the annual patch design contest! Each year we choose a girl’s design to be next year’s Early Bird patch. Show us what you love about Girl Scouts in your artwork. Interested girls should create an image and send it to Christina Smith at csmith@gshg.org or 185 Newton Br Rd, Athens GA 30607. Deadline to submit is January 17, 2020.

2020 Town Halls- Save the Date Athens- March 9thlocation TBD Macon- March 7th from 2:30 -4:30pm at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 250 S. Davis Dr. Warner Robins, 31088 Columbus- March 14th from 11:00am to 1:00pm.at the Columbus Library Auditorium, 3000 Macon Rd., Columbus 31906 Returning Camper Registration Weekend is January 3rd – January 5th. That’s right! As a returning camper, you will have first dibs at your favorite camp sessions before regular registration opens on January 6th. The $50 non-refundable deposit secures your spot! In addition to your $20 retuning camper discount, you’ll receive the 2020 ghost summer camp patch for registering during the weekend. What’s a ghost patch? Great question! A ghost patch is a commemorative, collectible patch. It has the same picture on it as the summer camp patch, but it is all in one color, making it look holographic and dynamite. Summer Camp! Give the gift of adventure to your girl this holiday season by purchasing a summer camp gift certificate in the Girl Scout shop! With 6 epic themed weeks at 3 different camps, Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia has camptivities for every girl - zip lining, horseback riding, archery, target paintball, trek n travel, stand-up paddle boarding, and more! Gift certificates will be available in $50 increments, include a FREE plush animal and can be used towards her deposit payment. Camp is a bear necessity of her Girl Scout Experience – send her for a beary happening time!

GIRL SCOUT VOLUNTEERS ARE AMAZING!!! Girl Scouting would not exist without dedicated adults to help guide and mentor girls as they develop into our leaders of tomorrow. Recognizing adults in the movement is a way to acknowledge the service provided and to share the dedication, creativity, and exceptional performance. Recognition can be informal or formal; it can recognize direct service to girls, direct service to leaders, or indirect (behind-the-scenes) support. Recognition can range from a simple expression of appreciation to awards that are nationally recognized using a formal review process. The 2019-2020 Adult Recognitions Guide Book is available on the www.gshg.org website with a training too. Deadline to turn in Adult Recognition nominations is February 10, 2020. Training Opportunities: CPR/First Aid training for volunteers on January 8, 2020 in Savannah, Georgia. The cost will be $35. For more information, please contact Kitti Jackson at kjackson@gshg.org or visit www.gshg.org to register today! Daisy Grade Level Virtual Training Wed. Jan 8th at 6:00 pm –register at: https://gshg.wufoo.com/forms/virtual-daisy-grade-level-training-1820-at-6pm/ Thurs. Jan 9th at 12:00 pm –register at: https://gshg.wufoo.com/forms/virtual-daisy-grade-level-training-1920-at-12pm/ Brownie Grade Level Virtual Training Thurs. Jan 16th at 12:00 pm –register at: https://gshg.wufoo.com/forms/brownie-grade-level-on-11620-at-12/ Thurs. Jan 16th at 6:00 pm –register at: https://gshg.wufoo.com/forms/brownie-grade-level-on-11620-at-6/ Junior Grade Level Virtual Training Wed. Jan 22nd at 12:00 pm –register at: https://gshg.wufoo.com/forms/junior-grade-level-training-on-12220-at-12pm/ Wed. Jan 22nd at 6:00 pm –register at: https://gshg.wufoo.com/forms/junior-grade-level-training-on-12220-at-6pm/ Cadette Grade Level Virtual Training Thurs. Jan 30th at 6:00 pm –register at: https://gshg.wufoo.com/forms/cadettegrade-level-training-on-13020-at-6pm/ Make New Friends Patch submission form is online! When a girl invites a new friend to join they can receive this free patch! https://gshg.wufoo.com/forms/make-new-friends-patch-request-form/ Daisy Society Patch- You can help Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia serve girls locally while securing a Daisy Society patch piece for your daughter by giving a $25 donation to GSHG! Upcoming Program Events! BROWNIE JOURNEY IN A DAY - A WORLD OF GIRLS - Girls will earn and receive the “World of Girls” badge awards. January 18, 2020 / 9 am - 4 pm Where: Athens Service Center - Athens, GA Cost: $25 (includes journey book, badges, lunch, snacks, and all program supplies) Registration Deadline: January 6

HPV VACCINATION EDUCATION - In this Adults-only program, get answers to all of your questions about this important and sometimes controversial topic, presented by Northside Hospital professionals. Your daughter can participate in the anti-vaping program while you attend this session. January 25, 2020 / 2 pm - 5 pm Where: Athens Service Center - Athens, GA Cost: Free Reg Deadline: January 14, 2020

VAPING AND YOU - NOT A GOOD MIX - Cadettes and older will learn about the dangers of vaping and smoking in an interactive, interesting and eyeopening presentation. January 25, 2020 / 2 pm - 5 pm Where: Athens Service Center Cost: $3 per girl (includes snacks and patch); free for adults Reg Deadline: January 14 GIRL SCOUT DAY AT UGA - Come to Stegeman Coliseum and see the Dawgs take on South Carolina! Before the game, enjoy a clinic with female student athletes who will share what it is like to be a part of a

Georgia sports team while in college. Participants receive water, lunch and ticket to the game; girls also receive a t-shirt. January 26, 2020 / 12:30 pm - 5 pm Where: Stegeman Coliseum at University of Georgia - Athens, GA Cost: Free Contact: Jamie Kleinman - jkleinman@sports.uga.edu GIRL SCOUT DAY AT THE CAPITOL - Take a day to learn about advocacy and legislation and celebrate the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment which gave women the right to vote. Join your sister Girl Scouts from around the state and discover the issues impacting girls in our community; connect with community resources to research the issues(s) that interest you and take action by meeting with your legislator to discuss the issue(s) important to you. February 11, 2020 / 9 am - 2 pm Where: Georgia State Capitol Cost: $10 per girl; $2 per girl Reg Deadline: January 27

WORLD THINKING DAY - Join the festivities of World Thinking Day 2020, where we celebrate the member countries of WAGGGS, the world wide organization that all Girl Scouts belong to. Troops/groups can choose a country and set up a booth to show how girls from that country live - costumes, cultural items, music, dance, language and of course foods are encouraged! Take turns showing off your booth and visiting other’s booths while completing activities to earn your WAGGGS 2020 World Thinking Day badge. Choose your country on the event registration form. March 7, 2020 / 10 am - 1 pm Where: Truett McConnell University - Cleveland, GA Cost: $6 per girl (includes badge); $3 per adult Reg Deadline: February 24

SELF-DEFENSE FOR DAISIES, BROWNIES AND JUNIORS - You’re never too young to learn self-defense! January 25, 2020 / 3 pm - 4:30 pm Where: Premier Martial Arts - Grovetown, GA Cost: $3 per girl Reg Deadline: Jan 3 ACTIVE CLIMBING ADVENTURE - Earn and receive your Climbing Adventure badge March 7, 2020 / 11 am - 12:30 pm Where: Active Climbing - Augusta, GA Cost: $23 per girl; $20 per climbing adult Reg Deadline: February 20 CSU WOMEN’S BASKETBALL - Girls will be welcomed, get an opportunity to meet the players, and all girls will receive a fun patch! When: January 18, 2020 / 1:30 pm Where: Frank G. Lumpkin Center, Columbus State University - Columbus, GA Cost: Free for girls; $5 per adult Reg Deadline: January 15 TIME FOR COLLAGE - Earn your Collage (yes, the art form!) badge at the Columbus Museum. January 25, 2020 / 2 pm - 4:30 pm Where: The Columbus Museum - Columbus, GA Cost: $10 Reg Deadline: January 11 FRECKLEFACE STRAWBERRY - Girls and their families are welcomed to view the musical, Freckleface Strawberry, adapted from the best-selling book by Julianne Moore. January 26, 2020 / 2 pm Where: Columbus State University Riverside Theatre - Columbus, GA Cost: $5 per girl; $10 per adult Reg: January 19 BOOKS, BOOKS, AND MORE BOOKS! - Come to Gottwals Books to work on steps 1, 2 and 3 of your Books badge. January 25, 2020 / 10 am - 12 pm Where: Gottwals Warehouse - Byron, GA Cost: TBA Reg Deadline: January 6 GIRL SCOUT NIGHT AT THE MACON MAYHEM - Come cheer on the Macon Mayhem as they play the Knoxville Ice Bears February 1, 2020 / 7:30 pm Where: Macon Coliseum - Macon, GA Cost: $15 Reg Deadline: January 26 PRIMITIVE CAMPER BADGE SKILL DAY - Get your primitive game up. February 9, 2020 / 2 pm - 4 pm Where: Camp Martha Johnston - Lizella, GA Cost: $2 per girl; Free for adults Reg Deadline: January 31, 2020 GEOCACHING 101 - Girl Scouts and community members are invited to Camp Low for Geocaching 101! January 25, 2020 / 1 pm - 3 pm Where: Camp Low - Savannah, GA Cost: Free for Girl Scout members; $3 for non-members Reg: January 24, 2019

Know Before You Go - Important Forms for Travel Field trips (Daisies and older) A walk to the nearby garden, or a short ride by car or public transportation to the firehouse or courthouse is a great first step. What you’ll need:

1. Fill out an EZ Troop Trip Application online or use our paper form 2 weeks prior 2. Girl Health History and Permission Slip for each girl attending 3. Adult Health History for each Adult attending

All day trip (Daisies and older) An all-day visit to a point of historical or natural interest (bringing their own lunch) or a day-long trip to a nearby city (stopping at a restaurant for ameal)—younger girls can select locations and do much of the trip-planning while never beingtoo far from home. What you’ll need:

1. Fill out an EZ Troop Trip Application online or use our paper form 2 weeks prior 2. Girl Health History and Permission Slip for each girl attending 3. Adult Health History for each Adult attending

Overnight trips (Daisies and older) One (or possibly two) nights away to a state or national park, historic city, or nearby city for sightseeing, staying in a hotel, motel, or campground. These short trips are just long enough to whet their appetites, but not long enough to generate homesickness. What you’ll need:

1. Fill out an EZ Troop Trip Application online or use our paper form 2 weeks prior 2. Girl Health History and Permission Slip for each girl attending 3. Adult Health History for each Adult attending

Extended overnight trips (Juniors and older) Three or four nights camping or a stay in a hotel, motel, or hostel within the girls’ home region (for example, within our state or a bordering state). Planning a trip to a large museum—and many offer unique opportunities for girls to actually spend the night on museum grounds—makes for an exciting experience for girls. What you’ll need:

1. Fill out an Troop Trip Application online or use our paper form 4 weeks prior 2. Girl Health History and Permission Slip for each girl attending 3. Adult Health History for each Adult attending 4. Supplemental Insurance Form

National trips (Cadettes and older) Travel anywhere in the country, often lasting a week or more. Try to steer clear of trips girls might take with their families and consider those that offer Girl Scout programming/educational components—this often means no Disney and no cruises, but can incorporate some incredible cities, historic sites, and museums around the country.

1. Fill out an Troop Trip Application online or use our paper form 4 weeks prior 2. Girl Health History and Permission Slip for each girl attending 3. Adult Health History for each Adult attending 4. Supplemental Insurance Form

International trips (Cadettes and older) Travel around the world, often requiring one or two years of preparation. International trips are available to Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors who have successfully participated in a progression of overnight trips through Girl Scouts. What you’ll need:

1. Fill out an International Troop Trip – Intent to Travel online or use our paper form at least 12 months

prior to departure 2. Girl Health History and Permission Slip for each girl attending (must be notarized) 3. Adult Health History for each Adult attending 4. Supplemental Insurance Form 5. Fill out an International Troop Trip – Final Details Form online or use our paper form at least 8 weeks

prior to departure