Ultimate Guide - Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts

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THE ULTIMATE GUIDE
to Programs and Trainings
2016-2017
Your Guide to Programs for Girls and Resources for Volunteers
Do more.
Find your spark
Learn more.
Strengthen your skills
Be more.
Reach your potential
Girl Scout Cookies will celebrate their 100th anniversary in 2017!
Be part of this proud tradition and earn proceeds to fund your Girl Scout adventures.
Did you know girls can also earn proceeds early in the troop year by selling yummy candy and nuts?
It’s true! Be sure to explore the Fall Product Program too!
These programs create important opportunities to learn about goal-setting, decision-making, money management,
people skills and business ethics. These aren’t just cookie sales skills, they’re life skills!
Fall Product Program
• Delicious premium chocolates,
nuts, and snacks, and popular
magazines.
• Recognition program with fun,
girl-selected items including
personalized patch.
• Troops earn 15–17% of total product sales.
• Sweet Sellers Club girls earn an exclusive patch and
bracelet, as well as Sweet Treat Credits to use toward
Ultimate Guide programs, camp, Destinations and
in-store purchases.
• Great online tools for girls to use to reach their
customers and their goals.
Girl Scout Cookie Program
• Exciting and new for this season: a special 100th
anniversary s’mores cookie! Plus, all your
customers’ favorites.
• Recognition program with fun, girl-selected items and
special events for top sellers, including the 500 Club!
• Troops earn a minimum of 90 cents for each package
of cookies sold.
• Girls earn Cookie Credits to use toward Ultimate Guide
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programs, camp, Destinations and in-store purchases.
• Be a part of the biggest girl-led business in the world!
For up-to-date information on the Fall
Product and Girl Scout Cookie Programs,
ining
including easily downloadable materials, training
and event information, program details, and
everything else you need to know to participate,
visit hergirlscouts.org
and click on Cookies.
Note that in order for girls to participate in other money-earning activities
throughout the year, they must participate in both the Fall Product and
Girl Scout Cookie Programs. All participants in money-earning activities
must be registered Girl Scouts prior to participation.
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE
TO PROGRAMS AND TRAININGS
2016–2017
Table of Contents
Dear families and volunteers,
Program Registration .......................................................... 4
Welcome to another fun and
rewarding year in Girl Scouting!
Daisy Program List by Date .............................................. 6
Brownie Program List by Date ......................................... 7
Junior Program List by Date ........................................... 11
Cadette Program List by Date ........................................ 15
Senior/Ambassador Program List by Date ................ 18
Family Program List by Date .......................................... 21
Ultimate Guide Key ........................................................... 22
Programs A–I ...................................................................... 22
What’s New .......................................................................... 40
Programs I–Z ....................................................................... 42
Girl Leadership Awards ................................................... 58
Volunteer Learning and Enrichment ......................... 60
Corporate Partner Ads ..................................................... 68
Program Partner Ads ........................................................ 70
Council Map ......................................................................... 78
Member Benefits ................................................................ 79
At Girl Scouts of Eastern
Massachusetts, our mission
is to build girls of courage,
confidence, and character, who
make the world a better place.
And this year’s Ultimate Guide
is full of programs that will help
transform our girls into the leaders of tomorrow.
Our outdoor programs, from archery to zip-lining, will help girls
build the courage it takes to expand the boundaries of where they
will go and what they can achieve.
Our annual STEM conference, along with other programs offering
hands-on experience in science, technology, engineering and
math, will help girls build the confidence it takes to pursue any
career they choose.
And our new series of civic education and citizenship programs at
the Edward M. Kennedy Institute will help girls build the character
it takes to become good citizens and great leaders.
But these are just a few of the nearly 200 programs listed in the
Ultimate Guide that will strengthen girls’ bodies, minds and
spirits today, so they can change the world tomorrow. And our
comprehensive volunteer enrichment programs support the
adults who will guide girls throughout their journeys.
This Ultimate Guide is just the beginning of your exciting
membership year ahead in Girl Scouting. Be sure to visit us at
hergirlscouts.org for up-to-date information about our programs,
procedures and member benefits. If you still have questions or
need assistance, you can contact us at customercare@gsema.org
or 844-306-GSEM (4736).
Want to know what’s new?
See our centerfold pages 40-41.
Whether you are a troop volunteer or a caregiver, we want you
to have your best-ever Girl Scouting experience, and we are
here to make it fun and easy for you and your girl(s) to participate.
Yours in Girl Scouting,
Want to know more?
Check us out online at hergirlscouts.org.
Still need help?
Email customercare@gsema.org
or call 844-306-GSEM (4736).
Patricia A. Parcellin, Chief Executive Officer
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts
Follow me on Twitter @GSEM_CEO
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2016–17 PROGRAM REGISTRATION
How to Register:
Register online at hergirlscouts.org: Click on Activities
to choose your program or training, click the Register
Now button, and log in to register.
If you’d like to register by mail, you’ll find
downloadable registration forms and mailing
instructions by clicking on Forms at the top of the
hergirlscouts.org homepage.
Please note: mail-in registrations may require
up to four weeks to process and confirm. Online
registration can be confirmed immediately.
Before you register, please read and adhere to all
guidelines in the following documents:
1. GSEM Volunteer Policies and Procedures: Please
pay special attention to the Substance Abuse
and Alcohol Policy and to the Non-Smoking
Environment Policy.
2. Volunteer Essentials, Chapter 4: “Safety-Wise.”
To find these documents, visit hergirlscouts.org
and click on the Activities tab.
GSEM is committed to assuring inclusion of all
population groups within its council footprint,
and welcomes the participation of all girls and
volunteers. Girls and volunteers requiring reasonable
accommodations to fully participate in Girl Scouting
should contact customercare@gsema.org.
Financial Assistance: Grants for Girls
REGISTRATION
Cost should never prevent girls from participating in our programs. Financial
assistance is available for any girl living in one of the Girl Scouts of Eastern
Massachusetts communities.
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For more information or to apply online, visit hergirlscouts.org and click on the
Program Financial Assistance Form under the Forms tab. All applications must
now be submitted online.
Any questions? Email programfinancialaid@gsema.org or call 774-766-6910.
All inquiries are kept confidential.
2016–17 PROGRAM REGISTRATION
Registration Checklist
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Is every girl in your group a registered member?
GIRL SCOUT PROMISE
Have you checked the program “Reg by” date?
On my honor, I will try:
To serve God and my country,
Have you reviewed GSEM Volunteer Policies and Procedures?
To help people at all times,
And to live by the Girl Scout Law.
Have you reviewed Volunteer Essentials, Chapter 4:
“Safety-Wise”?
GIRL SCOUT LAW
I will do my best to be
Are all adult chaperones registered volunteer members with
completed background screenings?*
Do you have enough approved volunteers to meet the required
adult-to-girl ratio?*
Do you need a first aider or troop camper trained volunteer?*
For programs registered directly through a program partner:
Have you completed a Girl Scout Activity Form and received
council approval?*
honest and fair,
friendly and helpful,
considerate and caring,
courageous and strong, and
responsible for what I say and do,
and to
respect myself and others,
respect authority,
use resources wisely,
make the world a better place, and
be a sister to every Girl Scout.
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Did you check your registration confirmation for any special
waivers required to attend?
GIRL SCOUT MISSION
Girl Scouting builds girls of
And finally:
courage, confidence, and character,
who make the world a better place.
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Are you and the girls ready to have FUN?!
*Not required when attending a family or public event exclusively as a family.
Call 844-306-GSEM (4736) to learn
more about joining Girl Scouts in
Email customercare@gsema.org or call 844-306-GSEM (4736).
To learn more about registration procedures, including
confirmations, cancellations, refunds, special accommodations
and more, visit hergirlscouts.org and click on the Activities tab.
your community.
REGISTRATION
Registration Questions?
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GIRL SCOUTS OF EASTERN MASSACHUSETTS
DAISY PROGRAMS BY DATE
DAISY PROGRAMS GRADES K–1
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Date
Program
Page
Date
Program
TBD
Synchronized Swimming Show
Ongoing
Museum Visits and Resources
Oct. 16
Colorful Scientists
33
Oct. 21
Corn Maze Challenge
33
Oct. 22
Akeelah and the Bee at Wheelock Family
Theatre
54
53
Mar. 12
Daisy Safety Award
34
46
Mar. 25
Dive-in Movie
34
Mar. 25
Etiquette Tea Party
34
April
Ice Chips
38
Apr. 1
Camp Sampler
30
Apr. 1
Daisy Sampler
50
Apr. 2
Daisy Safety Award
34
Apr. 8
Art in the Outdoors at Soule Homestead
26
Apr. 8
Boston Symphony Orchestra:
Family Concert
28
Apr. 15
Charlotte’s Web at Wheelock Family Theatre
54
Apr. 16
54
Apr. 22
Chocolatier for the Day
32
Apr. 29
Dive-in Movie
34
Apr. 29-30
Gal’s Night Out: Tents
36
Apr. 30
All About the Animals Advocacy Event
23
May 6-7
My Buddy and Me Campout
47
May 7
Enchanted Forest
34
May 7
Young Farmers
55
May 12
Dive-in Movie
34
May 12-14
Island Getaway
42
May 20
Boston Duck Tour
28
May 21
Rocky Shore Tide Pooling
50
May 21
Whale Watch: Gloucester
54
June 3-4
36
June 3
Teddy Bear Picnic
53
June 11
Salt Marsh Science
50
Oct. 22
Corn Maze Challenge
33
Oct. 23
Theatre
54
Nov. 5-6
Gal’s Night Out: Cabins
36
Nov. 5
Sewing: Sleep Kit and Mask
51
Nov. 6
Fun Spot at the Volunteer Conference
66
Nov. 11
Camp Kaleidoscope
30
Nov. 13
Invention Convention
42
Dec. 3
32
Dec. 3
Express Yourself
35
Jan. 14
32
Jan. 14
Dive-in Movie
34
Jan. 21
Animal Meet and Greet
24
Jan. 22
Museum Open House: The Legacy of World
Thinking Day
46
Jan. 28
Billy Elliot at Wheelock Family Theatre
54
Jan. 28
Camp Sampler
30
Jan. 29
54
Feb. 10
Full Moon Family Explorers
35
Feb. 11
35
Feb. 25
32
Mar. 4-5
36
Mar. 11
32
Are you a new volunteer
excited to introduce girls
to fun experiences? Visit
hergirlscouts.org and
click on the Volunteer tab to learn more
about training tools and other resources
available to support you.
Page
I love being a Daisy. I have fun
and help friends, and other
Girl Scouts make me happy.
D = Daisy (K–1), B = Brownie (2–3), J = Junior (4–5), C = Cadette (6–8), S = Senior (9–10), A = Ambassador (11–12)
BROWNIE PROGRAMS GRADES 2–3
Date
Program
TBD
Mystic Aquarium Overnight
TBD
Ongoing
Oct. 2
Archery
Oct. 8
Oct. 15
Page
Date
Program
Page
47
Oct. 26
All About Painting
23
53
Oct. 29
Archery
24
46
Oct. 29
Challenge Course: Indoor High
31
24
Nov. 5-6
36
Blankets for Boston Service Project
27
Nov. 5
51
Archery
24
Nov. 6
66
Oct. 15-16
Battleship Cove Overnight
26
Nov. 11
Camp Kaleidoscope
30
Oct. 15
Canoe Fun
31
Nov. 11
Letterboxing
44
Oct. 16
Archery
24
Nov. 12
Boston North End History and Pizza Tour
28
Oct. 16
Canoe Fun
31
Nov. 13
42
Oct. 16
Colorful Scientists
33
Nov. 18-19
Museum of Science Overnight
46
Oct. 21
Corn Maze Challenge
33
Nov. 19
Amazing Race: Camp Quest
23
Oct. 22
Theatre
54
Nov. 19
Computer Expert Badge
33
Nov. 19
42
Oct. 22
Challenge Course: Low
32
International Girls Day Recyclable
Fashion Show
Oct. 22
Corn Maze Challenge
33
Nov. 27
Boston Ballet: Art of Ballet
27
Oct. 23
Theatre
54
Dec. 3
Caring for Stranded Ocean Animals
31
Dec. 3
32
Oct. 23
Archery
24
Dec. 3
Express Yourself
35
Oct. 23
32
BROWNIE PROGRAMS BY DATE
For more information or to register online, visit hergirlscouts.org.
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Date
Program
Page
Date
Program
Dec. 4
Dec. 10
Brownie Pet Badge at Norfolk Agricultural
School
Dec. 10
31
Page
27
Feb. 26
Confident in Your Own Skin
33
29
Mar. 3-4
46
Mar. 4
Brownie Pet Badge at Norfolk Agricultural
School
29
Dec. 11
Climbing Wall: Indoor
33
Mar. 4
33
Jan. 14
32
Mar. 4-5
36
Jan. 14
Dive-in Movie
34
Mar. 10-11
46
Jan. 14
Pets Badge
49
Mar. 11
Bugs Badge
29
Jan. 21
24
Mar. 11
31
Jan. 21
The Beat Goes On
27
Mar. 11
32
Jan. 21
Winter Explorers
55
Mar. 11
33
Jan. 22
Art of Glass
26
Mar. 12
Art of Glass
26
Jan. 22
Making Friends
45
Mar. 12
Brownie Safety Award
29
Jan. 22
Thinking Day
46
Mar. 12
31
Mar. 18
Brownie Explorers
29
Jan. 22
Winter Explorers
55
Mar. 18
31
Jan. 28
54
Mar. 18
Camp Sampler
30
My Best Brownie Self: Taking Care of My
Mind and Body
47
Jan. 28
Jan. 28
Winter Explorers
55
Mar. 19
All About Painting
23
Jan. 29
54
Mar. 19
Little Brushes
45
Jan. 29
Little Brushes
45
Mar. 19
Rock Climbing at Central Rock Gym
49
Jan. 29
Winter Explorers
55
Mar. 25
Book Artist: Brownie/Junior
27
Feb. 4
The Beat Goes On
27
Mar. 25
Brownie Explorers
29
Feb. 4
Winter Explorers
55
Mar. 25
Dive-in Movie
34
Feb. 5
Winter Explorers
55
Mar. 25
Etiquette Tea Party
34
Feb. 10
35
Mar. 25-26
46
Feb. 11
31
Mar. 26
Painting Badge: Inspired by Art and Nature
48
Feb. 11
35
April
Ice Chips
38
Feb. 11
Winter Explorers
55
Apr. 1
Brownie Sampler
50
Feb. 12
Girl Scout Ways Badge
36
Apr. 1
Camp Sampler
30
Feb. 12
Winter Explorers
55
Apr. 2
29
Feb. 25
32
Apr. 7-8
26
Apr. 8
26
Apr. 8
Family Concert
28
Apr. 8-9
Brownie Camping
29
Apr. 8-9
Snorin’ Roarin’ Sleepover
52
Apr. 8-9
Stirring up Science Overnight at the
EcoTarium
53
Apr. 8
Stitch It
53
Because I am a Girl Scout
I’ve learned to never give
up and keep trying.
Program
Page
Apr. 9
Art in the Outdoors at deCordova Sculpture
Park and Museum
25
Apr. 9
Horse Sampler
38
Apr. 9
Pets Badge
49
Apr. 15
Celebrating Community Badge: Growing
Community
31
Apr. 15
54
Apr. 16
54
Apr. 19
New York City Sightseeing Trip
47
Apr. 22
32
Apr. 22
Letterboxing
44
Apr. 23
Painting Badge: Inspired by Art and Nature
48
Apr. 28-29
Detectives & Spies Overnight at the
EcoTarium
34
Apr. 28-29
46
Date
Program
Page
Apr. 29
28
Apr. 29
33
Apr. 29
Dive-in Movie
34
Apr. 29-30
36
Apr. 29-30
Overnight at Central Rock Gym
48
Apr. 29-30
Zoologist Critter Camp-In at Buttonwood
Park Zoo
56
Apr. 30
23
Apr. 30
Archery
24
Apr. 30
Art of Glass
26
Apr. 30
36
Apr. 30
Horse Sampler
38
Apr. 30
Making Friends
45
May 5-6
46
May 6
Archery
24
Date
9
Date
Program
Page
May 6
Art of Rhythm
26
May 20-21
48
May 6-7
47
May 20
Put Yourself in the Past
49
May 6-7
Raynham Athletic Club Overnight
49
May 20-21
51
May 6-7
52
Sleep in the 17th Century: A Bicultural
Overnight at Plimoth Plantation
May 7
Boston Ballet: Dancer Badge
28
May 7
Canoe Fun
31
May 7
Enchanted Forest
34
May 7
49
May 7
Young Farmers
55
May 12-13
Battleship Cove: American Girl Doll
Overnight
26
May 12
Dive-in Movie
34
May 12-14
Island Getaway
42
May 13
28
May 13-14
46
May 13
New York City Adventure
47
May 20
Art of Rhythm
26
Boston Duck Tour
28
May 20-21
46
Program
Page
May 20-21
52
May 20
Ultimate Beach Comber
54
May 20-21
Park Zoo
56
May 21
32
May 21
50
May 21
54
June 2-3
46
June 2-4
Troop Camping Getaway
54
June 3
28
June 3-4
36
June 3
Teddy Bear Picnic
53
June 10-11
46
June 11
Salt Marsh Science
50
June 24
Paddle Boarding
48
July 22
Paddle Boarding
48
May 20
Date
10
JUNIOR PROGRAMS GRADES 4–5
Program
TBD
Intro to Curling
Page
Date
Program
42
Oct. 22
TBD
TBD
TBD
53
Ongoing
46
Sept. 25Nov. 6
Junior Olympic Archery Development:
Beginner and Intermediate
25
47
Oct. 22
Corn Maze Challenge
33
Synchronized Swimming
53
Oct. 22
I Promised a Girl Scout I’d Vote, at the
Edward M. Kennedy Institute
39
Oct. 23
Theatre
54
Oct. 23
Archery
24
Oct. 23
Challenge Course: High
32
Oct. 23
32
Oct. 23
Climbing Wall: Outdoor
33
Oct. 29
Archery
24
Oct. 29
Art from Above
25
Oct. 29
Bronze Award Orientation
58
Oct. 29
31
Nov. 5-6
36
Nov. 5
51
Nov. 6
58
Nov. 6
66
Nov. 11
Camp Kaleidoscope
30
Nov. 11
GPS Geocaching 101
37
Oct. 2
Archery
24
Oct. 8
27
Oct. 15
Archery
24
Oct. 15-16
26
Oct. 15
58
Oct. 15
Canoe Fun
31
Oct. 16
Archery
24
Oct. 16
Canoe Fun
31
Oct. 16
32
Oct. 16
Flying Squirrel
35
Oct. 21
Corn Maze Challenge
33
Oct. 22
Theatre
54
Page
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JUNIOR PROGRAMS BY DATE
Date
11
12
Date
Program
Page
Date
Program
Nov. 11
Nov. 12
Nov. 18-19
Nov. 19
Nov. 19
50
Jan. 21
The Beat Goes On
27
28
Jan. 21
Winter Explorers
55
46
Jan. 22
Art of Glass
26
23
Jan. 22
46
Fashion Show
42
Thinking Day
Jan. 22
Presidential Inauguration
49
Nov. 20
MathMovesU®
45
Jan. 22
Social Butterfly
52
Nov. 27
27
Jan. 22
Winter Explorers
55
Nov. 30
Discover Drawing
34
Jan. 28
54
Dec. 3
58
Jan. 28
Winter Explorers
55
Dec. 3
31
Jan. 29
54
Dec. 3
32
Express Yourself
35
25
Dec. 3
Jan. 29Mar. 12
Dec. 3
iMovie Mania
42
Jan. 29
Little Brushes
45
Dec. 4
27
Jan. 29
Winter Explorers
55
Feb. 4
Digital Photographer Badge
34
Feb. 4
Girl Scouts Engineer Magic
36
Feb. 4
Journey Jumpstart - aMUSE
43
Dec. 4
Innocent or Guilty
42
Dec. 10
Animal Habitats Badge at Norfolk
Agricultural School
24
Page
Dec. 10
31
Feb. 4
The Beat Goes On
27
Dec. 10
33
Feb. 4
Winter Explorers
55
Dec. 10
Glow and Climb
37
Feb. 5
Winter Explorers
55
Dec. 11
31
Feb. 10
35
Dec. 11
33
Feb. 11
58
Dec. 17
Extreme Gingerbread House Design
35
Feb. 11
31
Jan. 7
58
Feb. 11
35
Jan. 14
Animal Habitats Badge at Buttonwood Park
Zoo
24
Feb. 11
Glass Pendant Making
37
Feb. 11
Home Alone: Staying Safe
38
Jan. 14
32
Feb. 11
iMovie Mania
42
Jan. 14
Dive-in Movie
34
Jan. 14
Inside Government Badge: Senator for the
Day
42
Jan. 21
24
Jan. 21
Glass Fusing
37
Jan. 21
38
Jan. 21
Oceanography & Marine Mammals at
Norfolk Agricultural School
48
Feb. 11
Winter Explorers
55
Feb. 12
36
Feb. 12
Winter Explorers
55
Feb. 18
58
Feb. 25
58
Feb. 25
32
Feb. 25
Maple Sugaring Time
45
Juniors: Have you thought about High Awards? See page 58 for
more information, including Bronze Award Orientation.
Date
Program
Page
Feb. 26
33
Mar. 3-4
46
Mar. 4
Agricultural School
24
Mar. 4-5
36
Mar. 4
Let’s Move to Mars
44
Mar. 4-5
Mall Mystery Madness Overnight
45
Mar. 4
Maple Sugaring Time
45
Mar. 4-5
Science After Dark Overnight at the
EcoTarium
51
Mar. 5
Build Your Outdoor Skills: Knots and
Lashing
30
Mar. 5
Musician Badge
46
Mar. 5
Scuba Diving
51
Mar. 5
Scuba Diving Adventure
51
Mar. 10-11
46
Mar. 11
58
Mar. 11
31
Mar. 11
32
Mar. 11
33
Mar. 11
Scribe: Jelly Belly® Reviews
51
Mar. 12
Art of Glass
26
Mar. 12
Build Your Outdoor Skills: Navigation
30
Mar. 12
31
Mar. 12
33
Mar. 18
31
Program
Apr. 2
Page
58
Apr. 2May 21
25
Apr. 7-8
26
Apr. 8
Family Concert
28
Apr. 8
The Musician Experience
28
Apr. 8
DigiGirlz Code Smart Game Designing
34
Apr. 8
48
Apr. 8
Playing the Past Badge
49
Apr. 8-9
52
Apr. 9
Animal Habitats Badge at Buttonwood
Park Zoo
24
28
Mar. 18
34
Mar. 18
Mosaic Art
46
Mar. 19
Build Your Outdoor Skills: Firebuilding
30
Mar. 19
Little Brushes
45
Mar. 19
49
Mar. 25
27
Apr. 9
Boston University Campus Tour
Mar. 25
Dive-in Movie
34
Apr. 9
Challenge Course Full Day: Low and High
32
Mar. 25
38
Apr. 9
Horse Sampler
38
Mar. 25-26
46
Apr. 15
54
Mar. 26
Build Your Outdoor Skills: Cooking
30
Apr. 16
54
Mar. 26
Northeastern Campus Tour
47
Apr. 19
47
Mar. 26
Outdoor Explorer
48
Apr. 22
32
April
Ice Chips
38
Apr. 22
GPS Geocaching 101
37
Apr. 1-2
Glow-in-the-Dark Lock-in
37
Apr. 28-29
34
Apr. 1
Junior Sampler
50
Detectives & Spies Overnight at the
EcoTarium
Apr. 28-30
Junior Camping
44
Date
13
14
Date
Program
Page
Date
Program
Apr. 28-29
Apr. 29
Apr. 29
Apr. 29
46
May 7
50
Agent of Change - Power of One Award
23
May 7
Scuba Diving
51
26
May 7
51
28
May 7
Young Farmers
55
Apr. 29
Dive-in Movie
34
May 12-13
36
Overnight
26
Apr. 29-30
Apr. 29
38
May 12
Dive-in Movie
34
May 12-14
Island Getaway
42
May 13
28
May 13
Girl Scouts Learn to Code
36
May 13-14
46
May 13
47
Apr. 29-30
48
Apr. 29-30
Playing the Past Overnight
49
Apr. 29
49
Apr. 29-30
Park Zoo
56
Page
Apr. 30
23
May 19-21
Junior Camping
44
Apr. 30
Archery
24
May 20
Amazing Race: Boston
23
Apr. 30
Art from Above
25
May 20
Art of Rhythm
26
Apr. 30
Art of Glass
26
May 20
Boston Duck Tour
28
Apr. 30
36
May 20
Kayaking
44
Apr. 30
Horse Sampler
38
May 20-21
46
Apr. 30
Social Butterfly
52
May 20-21
48
May 5-6
46
May 20-21
51
May 6
Archery
24
May 6
Art from Above
25
May 20-21
52
May 6
Art of Rhythm
26
May 20
54
May 20-21
Park Zoo
56
May 21
32
May 21
32
May 21
33
May 21
Discover Drawing
34
May 21
Kayaking
44
May 21
54
June 2-3
46
June 2-4
54
June 3
28
June 3-4
36
June 3
Salt Marsh Science
50
June 10-11
46
June 24
Paddle Boarding
48
July 22
Paddle Boarding
48
Aug. 10
58
May 6
34
May 6
38
May 6-7
47
May 6-7
49
May 6-7
52
May 7
Art in the Outdoors at deCordova Sculpture
Park and Museum
25
May 7
Canoe Fun
31
May 7
Horseback Riding Badge
38
May 7
As a Girl Scout I can have fun
and learn new things at the
same time.
49
CADETTE PROGRAMS GRADES 6–8
Date
Program
TBD
Intro to Curling
TBD
TBD
Ongoing
Page
Program
42
Oct. 22
32
53
Oct. 22
Corn Maze Challenge
33
53
Oct. 22
46
39
Sept. 25Nov. 6
25
Oct. 23
Theatre
54
Oct. 2
Archery
24
Oct. 23
32
Oct. 23
32
Oct. 23
33
Oct. 25
Travel Group Info Session
53
Oct. 29
Archery
24
Oct. 29
Art from Above
25
Oct. 30
Travel Group Kick Off Meeting
54
Nov. 5
Girl Scout Day at MIT Museum: Computer
Science and Robotics
36
Nov. 6
Silver Award Orientation
58
Nov. 11
GPS Geocaching 101
37
Nov. 11
50
Nov. 12-14
Adventure Getaway
22
Nov. 12
28
Nov. 12
Sow What?
52
Nov. 19
50
Nov. 19
Sewing: Sling Bag
51
Oct. 15
Archery
24
Oct. 15-16
26
Oct. 15
Canoe Fun
31
Oct. 15
58
Oct. 16
Archery
24
Oct. 16
Canoe Fun
31
Oct. 16
32
Oct. 16
32
Oct. 16
Flying Squirrel
35
Oct. 16
Zip Away
55
Oct. 18
53
Oct. 19
58
Oct. 20
53
Oct. 21
Corn Maze Challenge
33
Oct. 22
Akeelah and the Bee at Wheelock
Family Theatre
54
Page
CADETTE PROGRAMS BY DATE
Date
15
16
Date
Program
Page
Nov. 20
MathMovesU®
45
Nov. 27
Boston Ballet: Business of Ballet
27
Dec. 3
Advanced Chocolate Workshop
22
Dec. 3
34
Dec. 3
Express Yourself
35
Dec. 3
58
Dec. 4
27
Dec. 4
Innocent or Guilty
42
Dec. 10
33
Dec. 10
36
Dec. 10
Glow and Climb
37
Dec. 10
Journey Jumpstart—aMAZE
43
Dec. 11
33
Dec. 17
35
Jan. 7
58
Jan. 14
22
Jan. 14
31
Jan. 14
Dive-in Movie
34
Jan. 14
From Sheep to Shawl
35
Jan. 21
Animal Helpers Badge at Norfolk
Agricultural School
24
26
Date
Program
Page
Jan. 29Mar. 12
Jan. 29
Winter Explorers
55
Feb. 4
Winter Explorers
55
Feb. 5
Winter Explorers
55
Feb. 10
35
Feb. 11
Babysitter Safety Training
26
Feb. 11
Finding Common Ground Badge: Reaching
Across the Aisle
35
Feb. 11
35
Feb. 11
Life Happens: A Game of Choice
45
Feb. 11
58
25
Feb. 11
Winter Explorers
55
Feb. 12
Winter Explorers
55
Feb. 18
58
Feb. 20-24
Winter Vacation Camp
55
Feb. 25
22
Feb. 25-26
Journey Overnight—MEdia
43
Feb. 25
Maple Sugaring Time
45
Feb. 25
58
Feb. 26
33
Mar. 4
Girl Scout Day at MIT Museum: Explorations
in Math
36
Mar. 4-5
45
Mar. 4
Maple Sugaring Time
45
Mar. 4-5
EcoTarium
51
Mar. 5
Build Your Outdoor Skills: Knots and
Lashing
30
Jan. 21
Jan. 21
Glass Fusing
37
Jan. 21
Winter Explorers
55
Jan. 22
Art of Glass
26
Jan. 22
Thinking Day
46
Jan. 22
Winter Explorers
55
Jan. 28
54
Mar. 5
Scuba Diving
51
Jan. 28
Netiquette
47
Mar. 5
51
Jan. 28
Winter Explorers
55
Mar. 11
22
Jan. 29
54
Mar. 11
33
Mar. 11
Screenwriter: What’s In the Trash?
51
Mar. 11
58
Mar. 12
Art of Glass
26
Mar. 12
Build Your Outdoor Skills: Navigation
30
Mar. 12
33
Mar. 12
STEM Conference and Expo
52
Mar. 18
Mosaic Art
46
Mar. 18-19
Overnight at Rock Spot Gym
48
Mar. 19
Build Your Outdoor Skills: Fire-building
30
Because of Girl Scouts I am
comfortable sharing my ideas
and opinions with other girls.
Date
Program
Page
Date
Program
Mar. 19
Finding Common Ground Badge with
Fashion Focus
35
May 3
58
May 6
Archery
24
Mar. 19
49
Mar. 25
26
Mar. 25
Book Artist: Cadette/Senior/Ambassador
27
Mar. 25
Dive-in Movie
34
Mar. 26
30
Mar. 26
47
April
Ice Chips
38
Apr. 1
Cadette, Senior, Ambassador Sampler
50
Apr. 1
37
Apr. 1-2
37
Apr. 1-2
46
Apr. 2May 21
25
Apr. 2
58
Apr. 7-8
26
Apr. 8
Agricultural School
24
Apr. 8
Family Concert
28
28
Apr. 9
Apr. 9
Page
May 6
Art from Above
25
May 6
26
May 6-7
49
May 7
Canoe Fun
31
May 7
32
May 7
49
May 7
50
May 7
Scuba Diving
51
May 7
51
May 7
Trees Badge: Are They Nature or Art?
54
May 12-13
Overnight
26
Dive-in Movie
34
May 12-14
Island Getaway
42
May 12-14
Teen Escape
53
May 13
28
May 13
iMovie Mania
42
May 13
47
May 13
Wildly Delicious
55
May 20
23
28
May 20
26
32
May 20
Boston Duck Tour
28
Apr. 9
54
May 20
Kayaking
44
Apr. 15
54
May 20-21
48
Apr. 16
54
May 21
32
Apr. 19
47
May 21
32
Apr. 22
22
May 21
33
Apr. 22
GPS Geocaching 101
37
May 21
35
Apr. 22-23
Journey to a Black Hole Overnight
44
Fashion Focus
Apr. 23
50
May 21
Kayaking
44
Apr. 29
26
May 21
54
Apr. 29
28
June 2-4
54
Apr. 8
Apr. 29
Dive-in Movie
34
June 3
28
Apr. 29-30
48
June 3
Salt Marsh Science
50
Apr. 30
23
June 3
Wildly Delicious
55
Apr. 30
Archery
24
June 24
Paddle Boarding
48
Apr. 30
Art from Above
25
July 22
Paddle Boarding
48
Apr. 30
Art of Glass
26
Aug. 8
58
Apr. 30
Zoologist
56
May 12
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SENIOR/AMBASSADOR PROGRAMS BY DATE
SENIOR/AMBASSADOR PROGRAMS GRADES 9–12
18
Date
Program
Page
TBD
Intro to Curling
42
TBD
53
TBD
53
Date
Program
Page
Oct. 23
Theatre
Oct. 23
32
Oct. 23
32
Oct. 23
33
Oct. 25
53
54
Ongoing
46
Sept. 25Nov. 6
25
Oct. 2
Archery
24
Oct. 29
Archery
24
Oct. 15
Archery
24
Oct. 29
Art from Above
25
Oct. 15-16
26
Oct. 29
Gold Award Orientation
59
Oct. 15
Canoe Fun
31
Oct. 30
54
Oct. 16
Archery
24
Nov. 5
Canoe Fun
31
Girl Scout Day at MIT Museum: Computer
Science and Robotics
36
Oct. 16
Oct. 16
32
Nov. 11
59
Nov. 11
GPS Geocaching 101
37
Nov. 12-14
Adventure Getaway
22
Nov. 12
28
Nov. 12
Sow What?
52
Nov. 19
50
Oct. 16
32
Oct. 16
Flying Squirrel
35
Oct. 16
Zip Away
55
Oct. 18
53
Oct. 20
53
Oct. 21
Corn Maze Challenge
33
Nov. 19
Sewing: Sling Bag
51
Dec. 2
59
Oct. 22
Theatre
54
Dec. 3
22
Oct. 22
32
Dec. 3
34
Oct. 22
Corn Maze Challenge
33
Dec. 3
Express Yourself
35
Oct. 22
39
Dec. 10
33
Date
Program
Page
Dec. 10
36
Dec. 10
Glow and Climb
37
Dec. 10
Journey Jumpstart—Mission: Sisterhood!
and BLISS
43
Dec. 11
33
Dec. 17
35
Jan. 11
Gold Award Orientation (Online)
59
Jan. 14
22
Jan. 14
31
Jan. 14
Dive-in Movie
34
Date
Program
Jan. 14
From Sheep to Shawl
35
Mar. 4-5
Glass Fusing
37
EcoTarium
51
Jan. 21
Jan. 21
Winter Explorers
55
Mar. 5
Scuba Diving
51
Jan. 22
Art of Glass
26
Mar. 5
51
Mar. 11
22
Mar. 11
Behind the Ballot Badge: Consider the
Candidate
27
Because of Girl Scouts I
learned to appreciate the
diversity in my community.
Page
Thinking Day
46
Jan. 22
Winter Explorers
55
Jan. 28
54
Mar. 11
33
Mar. 11
Public Policy Badge: Make Your Voice
Heard
49
Mar. 12
Art of Glass
26
Jan. 28
Winter Explorers
55
Jan. 29
54
Jan. 29Mar. 12
25
Mar. 12
33
Jan. 29
Lead Your Way: Girl Leadership Conference
44
Mar. 12
52
Jan. 29
Winter Explorers
55
Mar. 18
Winter Explorers
55
MEDIC First Aid and CPR Full Certification:
Senior and Ambassador
46
Feb. 4
Feb. 5
Winter Explorers
55
Mar. 18
Mosaic Art
46
Mar. 18-19
48
Mar. 19
Business Etiquette Badge
30
Mar. 19
49
Mar. 24
59
Mar. 24-25
Journey Retreat—Mission: Sisterhood! and
BLISS
43
Mar. 25
Book Artist: Cadette/Senior/Ambassador
27
Mar. 25
Dive-in Movie
34
Mar. 26
Collages Inspired by Art and Nature
33
Feb. 10
35
Feb. 11
35
Feb. 11
45
Feb. 11
Winter Explorers
55
Feb. 12
Winter Explorers
55
Feb. 20-24
55
Feb. 25
22
Feb. 25
Maple Sugaring Time
45
Feb. 26
33
Mar. 3
Casting Call
31
Mar. 4
Girl Scout Day at MIT Museum:
Explorations in Math
36
Mar. 4-5
45
Mar. 4
Maple Sugaring Time
45
Mar. 4
Novelist
47
Mar. 26
47
April
Ice Chips
38
Apr. 1
Cadette, Senior, Ambassador Sampler
50
Apr. 1
37
Apr. 1-2
37
Apr. 1-2
46
Apr. 2May 21
25
Jan. 22
19
Date
Program
Page
Date
Program
Apr. 7-8
Apr. 8
26
May 7
32
Family Concert
28
May 7
49
May 7
Scuba Diving
51
Apr. 8
28
May 7
51
Apr. 8
MEDIC First Aid and CPR Full Certification:
Senior and Ambassador
46
May 12-13
Overnight
26
Apr. 9
28
May 12
Dive-in Movie
34
May 12-14
Island Getaway
42
May 12-14
Teen Escape
53
May 13
28
May 13
Wildly Delicious
55
May 20
23
Apr. 9
32
Apr. 15
Charlotte’s Web at Wheelock Family
Theatre
54
Theatre
54
Apr. 19
47
May 20
26
Apr. 22
22
May 20
Boston Duck Tour
28
Apr. 22
GPS Geocaching 101
37
May 20
Kayaking
44
Apr. 22-23
44
May 20-21
48
Apr. 23
33
May 21
30
Apr. 23
50
May 21
32
Apr. 29
28
May 21
32
Apr. 29
Dive-in Movie
34
May 21
33
Apr. 29-30
48
May 21
59
Apr. 30
23
May 21
Kayaking
44
Apr. 30
Archery
24
May 21
54
Apr. 30
Art from Above
25
June 2-4
54
Apr. 30
Art of Glass
26
June 3
28
Apr. 30
Zoologist
56
June 3
Wildly Delicious
55
May 4
Graduating Girl Scout Ambassadors
Celebration
37
June 12
Gold Award Celebration
59
May 6
Archery
24
June 17
59
May 6
Art from Above
25
June 24
Paddle Boarding
48
May 6-7
49
July 18
Gold Award Orientation (Online)
59
May 7
Canoe Fun
31
July 22
Paddle Boarding
48
Apr. 16
20
Page
Seniors and Ambassadors: You can now earn full MEDIC First Aid
and CPR certification. See page 46 for more information.
FAMILY
Date
Program
Page
Date
Program
TBD
Ongoing
53
Apr. 8
46
Family Concert
28
Oct. 21
Corn Maze Challenge
33
Apr. 15
Theatre
54
Oct. 22
Theatre
54
Apr. 16
Theatre
54
Oct. 22
Corn Maze Challenge
33
Apr. 19
47
Oct. 23
Theatre
54
Apr. 29
28
Apr. 29
Dive-in Movie
34
Nov. 12
28
Jan. 14
Dive-in Movie
34
Page
May 12
Dive-in Movie
34
May 13
28
Jan. 22
Thinking Day
46
May 20
Boston Duck Tour
28
Jan. 28
54
May 21
54
Jan. 29
54
June 3
28
Feb. 10
35
June 12
59
Feb. 11
35
June 24
Paddle Boarding
48
Mar. 25
Dive-in Movie
34
July 22
Paddle Boarding
48
April
Ice Chips
38
FAMILY PROGRAMS BY DATE
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GIRL SCOUT PROGRAMS A–Z
This is a current list of council program activities, arranged alphabetically. To find programs for your age
level, please consult the chronological lists on pages 6–21. For questions, contact 844-306-GSEM (4736) or
customercare@gsema.org, unless otherwise noted in the program description. Register and check for new
programs online at hergirlscouts.org.
ULTIMATE GUIDE KEY
LEVEL DESCRIPTIONS
ICON DESCRIPTIONS
D = Daisy (grades K–1)
PROGRAM NOTES
Volunteer supervision required = Adults must register
and stay on site while girls participate in program
Badge included
B = Brownie (grades 2–3)
J = Junior (grades 4–5)
Patch included
C = Cadette (grades 6–8)
First aid-certified volunteer
required
Volunteer participation welcomed = Volunteers and girls
register and participate in program together
S = Senior (grades 9–10)
A = Ambassador (grades 11–12)
Troop camping-certified
volunteer required
Family = All family members invited
Drop-off event = Only girls may register; adults do not stay
for program
All program prices are per person.
CSA
Further explore the benefits of chocolate and its many uses. Learn
about ganache, as well as tempering and molding techniques.
Plus, decorate a truffle, paint with chocolate and make your own
chocolate bar. Volunteer supervision required.
Girls: $25, Adults: free
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Sessions held 2-3:30 PM at Chocolate Therapy, Framingham.
Dec. 3 (Reg by Nov. 21), Jan. 14 (Reg by Jan. 2), Feb. 25 (Reg by Feb. 13),
Mar. 11 (Reg by Feb. 27), Apr. 22 (Reg by Apr. 10)
Adventure Getaway
CSA
Come spend an overnight building your sense of adventure. You’ll
work on team-building skills beginning on the low ropes, then move
on to the challenge of the high ropes course. Program questions:
ohowry@gsema.org. Volunteer supervision required.
Girls: $60, Adults: $20
Nov. 12, 10 AM-Nov. 13, 11 AM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines
(resident side), Plymouth, Reg by Oct. 28
Agent of Change: Power of One Award
J
AMAZING RACE
Get started on your Agent of Change Journey by discovering your
unique girl power with the help of Roots & Wings. It takes strength,
skill, knowledge and patience to be a powerful Agent of Change.
Discover the unique qualities that make you shine as a leader and
work as a team to complete activities toward your Power of One
award. Volunteer supervision required.
You’ve seen it on TV, now try this Girl Scout
favorite at one of our camps or venture to a
destination location. New locations are added
every year. Will your team be the one to hear,
“You are the first to arrive”?
Apr. 29, 10 AM-12 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
Waltham, Reg by Apr. 18
BJ
All About the Animals
Advocacy Event
Work as a team to maneuver through camp and master
exciting challenges along the way to the finish line. Perfect
your skills to prepare for future Amazing Race destinations.
Volunteer supervision required.
DBJCSA
Girls: $13 (B) or $15 (J), Adults: free
Our four-pawed fuzzy friends need you to be their voice!
Participate in hands-on activities and up-close interactions
with animals as you learn how to be an advocate for animals
in your community. GSEM’s Leadership Committee will
be leading a donation drive and activities for this event.
Nov. 19, 1-3 PM (B), 1-4 PM (J), Camp Wind-in-the-Pines
(resident side), Plymouth, Reg by Nov. 7
Apr. 30, 1-4 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
All About Painting
JCSA
Work as a team and build your confidence as you master
exciting challenges throughout the historic city of Boston!
Earn the Boston patch and compete for the first, second or
third place Amazing Race patch. We recommend groups
participate in teams of five to 10 girls. Smaller groups may
be teamed with others and larger groups may be split into
smaller teams. Volunteer participation welcomed.
Girls and adults: $30
B
May 20, 12-4 PM, Boston area, Reg by Apr. 24
Sessions held at Danforth Art Museum, Framingham.
Oct. 26, 4-6:30 PM (Reg by Oct. 12), Mar. 19, 1-3:30 PM (Reg by Mar. 6)
Loved this program! The girls
learned so much, had fun
and worked great together!
They can’t wait for a new
adventure next year.
Discover your inner artist! Find inspiration at the Danforth Art
galleries. Then create your own colorful and imaginative paintings—
both abstract and still life! Learn to mix colors, see shapes and
lines with an artist’s eye, and paint with unexpected tools. You will
complete four steps toward your Painting badge and receive tips
on fulfilling the remaining requirements. Volunteer supervision
required.
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Animal Habitats Badge at Buttonwood
Park Zoo
J
Explore different habitats throughout the zoo and compare wild and
domestic animals. Learn about endangered animal habitats, what
is being done to protect them, and how you can make a difference.
Sessions held 10 AM–12 PM at Buttonwood Park Zoo,
New Bedford.
Jan. 14 (Reg by Jan. 2), Apr. 9 (Reg by Mar. 27)
Agricultural School
J
Discover what you can do to improve the lives of animals. Discuss
endangered animals and wildlife awareness while learning about
various local and global habitats. You will be able to handle some of
the animals, including small rodents, reptiles, aquatic life and birds.
Sessions held 1-3 PM at Norfolk County Agricultural High School,
Walpole.
Dec. 10 (Reg by Nov. 28), Mar. 4 (Reg by Feb. 20)
Agricultural School
C
DBJ
Meet farm animals and learn about the products they provide.
You will card and spin a bracelet from sheep’s wool, as well as help
make—and eat!—organic popcorn topped with butter. Volunteer
supervision required.
Bonus offer: Attend this program and receive discounted admission
to the Roots & Shoots gardening program at Soule Homestead in June
2017. Contact Laurie at 508-947-6744.
Jan. 21, 10 AM-12 PM, Soule Homestead, Middleboro, Reg by Jan. 9
Archery
BJCSA
Learn the basics of bows and arrows and how to aim for a bull’s-eye.
Practice hitting the target in groups of four to six. Program questions:
asvedberg@gsema.org. Volunteer supervision required.
Oct. 2, 10 AM-12 PM (B/J), 1-3 PM or 4-6 PM (J/C/S/A),
Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Sept. 21
Camp Favorite, Brewster, Reg by Sept. 21
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Norfolk Agricultural School is home to many species, including
hamsters, ferrets, hedgehogs, rabbits, turtles and birds. You will
get a chance to handle the animals and discuss grooming and
veterinary care. Learn how animals help us and watch assistance
animals training. Volunteer supervision required.
Sessions held 10 AM–12 PM at Norfolk County Agricultural
High School, Walpole.
Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Oct. 3
Camp Favorite, Brewster, Reg by Oct. 3
Camp Runels, Pelham, NH, Reg by Oct. 3
Oct. 23, 10 AM-12 PM (B/J), Camp Cedar Hill, Waltham, Reg by Oct 11
Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Oct. 17
Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side), Plymouth, Reg by Oct. 17
Apr. 30, 10 AM-12 PM (B/J), 1-3 PM or 4-6 PM (J/C/S/A),
Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Apr. 18
Apr. 30, 10 AM-12 PM (B/J), 1-3 PM or 4-6 PM (J/C/S/A),
Camp Favorite, Brewster, Reg by Apr. 18
May 6, 10 AM-12 PM (B/J), 1-3 PM or 4-6 PM (J/C/S/A),
Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side), Plymouth, Reg by Apr. 24
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opt-in to receive emails from GSEM.
Junior Olympic
Archery Development
JCSA
Junior Olympic Archery Development (JOAD) is a USA
Archery program designed to teach archery to people ages
8 to 20. The program offers instruction in both recurve
and compound disciplines by certified instructors and
coaches. Archers begin by learning range safety and
proper shooting technique in an environment that fosters
focus, self-confidence and team-building skills. JOAD is
designed to monitor and enhance each archer’s growth
and development in this great sport: the introductory
classes naturally progress from beginner skills to advanced
techniques. Program questions: asvedberg@gsema.org.
Yearly Joiner Fee
The annual registration fee includes a club T-shirt, lanyard,
stretch band and information packet. You must pay the
joiner fee before registering for sessions.
Art from Above
Girls: $45
Pulled by a team of your friends, you’ll fly 25 feet in the air—while
creating a piece of art. Work together to help each girl create an
item she can show off proudly. Safety note: You will be in a harness,
attached to a belay rope and wearing a helmet. Program questions:
JOAD: Beginner
Beginners will earn their first pins. Please remember that
you must pay the joiner fee once a year.
JCSA
Girls: $75 per six-session season
Sessions held 10 AM-12 PM, 1-3 PM or 4-6 PM.
Fall 2016: Sept. 25, Oct. 2, Oct. 16, Oct. 23, Oct. 30, Nov. 6
Sessions held 12-2 PM at both Camp Cedar Hill, Waltham,
and Camp Wind-in-the-Pines, Plymouth.
Oct. 29, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Oct. 15
Winter 2017: Jan. 29, Feb. 5, Feb. 12, Feb. 26, Mar. 5, Mar. 12
Sessions held 12-2 PM at Archers Artemis, Georgetown.
Spring 2017: Apr. 2, Apr. 9, Apr. 23, Apr. 30, May 7, May 21
Intermediate JOAD archers will earn pins 4 and above.
Please remember that you must pay the joiner fee once
a year.
Girls: $75 per six-session season
Fall 2016: Sept. 25, Oct. 2, Oct. 16, Oct. 23, Oct. 30, Nov. 6
Winter 2017: Jan. 29, Feb. 5, Feb. 12, Feb. 26, Mar. 5, Mar. 12
Sessions held 12-2 PM at Archers Artemis, Georgetown.
Spring 2017: Apr. 2, Apr. 9, Apr. 23, Apr. 30, May 7, May 21
May 6, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side), Plymouth,
Reg by Apr. 22
Art in the Outdoors at deCordova
Sculpture Park and Museum
BJ
Be inspired by the 50 outdoor artworks in deCordova’s unique
30-acre sculpture park. After a tour featuring the various materials,
scales and subjects of the sculptures on view, you’ll become the
artist and earn the Outdoor Art badge. Make your own sculptures
in varying sizes and materials, then join in creating a collaborative
sculpture with your entire group. Volunteer supervision required.
Sessions held 1-3 PM at deCordova Sculpture Park and
Museum, Lincoln.
B: Apr. 9, Reg by Mar. 27
J: May 7, Reg by Apr. 24
JOAD: Intermediate
Apr. 30, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Apr. 15
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Art in the Outdoors at Soule
Homestead
DBJCSA
Fresh air, open space and art come together for you to earn the
Outdoor Art badge. You’ll explore the great outdoors using your
senses, learn about artists who are inspired by nature, practice
new art techniques, and of course get your hands messy! Volunteer
Bonus offer: Attend this program and receive discounted admission
to the Roots & Shoots gardening program at Soule Homestead in June
2017. For more information contact Laurie at 508-947-6744.
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Parents entrusting their children to a babysitter feel more secure
with—and are more likely to hire—someone with safety training.
You will gain confidence in dealing with the challenges of caring for
children of all ages and stages, from accidents to tantrums. Volunteer
Sessions held 1-4 PM.
Jan. 21, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham,
Reg by Jan. 9
Sessions held 10-11:30 AM at Soule Homestead, Middleboro.
Feb. 11, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side), Plymouth,
Reg by Jan. 30
D/B: Apr. 8, Reg by Mar. 27
Mar. 25, Camp Rice Moody, Reading, Reg by Mar. 13
J: Apr. 29, Reg by Apr. 18
Apr. 29, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham,
Reg by Apr. 18
C/S/A: May 20, Reg by May 8
May 6, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Apr. 24
Art of Glass
BJCSA
Experience a live demonstration of glassblowing and flameworking techniques, then make your own fused glass pendant.
Pendants need to be fired overnight and will be available for pickup
approximately two weeks after the program. To indicate your GSEM
pickup office of choice, email lsouza@gsema.org when you register.
Adult supervision required, but please note that adults will not be
allowed into the workshop area.
Sessions held 3:30-5:30 PM at Diablo Glass School, Boston.
Jan. 22 (Reg by Jan. 9), Mar. 12 (Reg by Feb. 27), Apr. 30
(Reg by Apr. 18)
Overnight
BJCSA
Bring your doll for a sleepover on a World War II battleship and learn
about life on the U.S. home front during the war. Enjoy 1940’s games,
crafts and other activities inspired by the American Girl Molly
stories, and create an accessory to take home. Any doll is welcome!
To register, call 508-678-1100 ext. 101 or 102. This is a program
registered directly with a partner and therefore requires completion
of a Girl Scout Activity Form and council approval. Volunteer
May 12, 7 PM-May 13, 12 PM, Battleship Cove, Fall River, Reg by Apr. 12
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Art of Rhythm
BJ
Embark on a multicultural journey of movement and sound! Explore
the parts of a rhythm section: drum set, hand drums, buckets and
keyboards. Learn to build a groove starting with a pulse, steady
beat and rhythm, with proper hand technique, tonality and meter.
Combine imagination and teamwork to perform an original piece of
music. Juniors receive the Musician badge. Brownies receive a fun
patch. Volunteer supervision required.
BJCSA
May 6, 10 AM-12 PM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side),
Plymouth, Reg by Apr. 24
May 20, 10 AM-12 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
Waltham, Reg by May 8
Camp at Battleship Cove and explore the entire Battleship Cove
fleet, sleep in authentic bunks and learn how sailors lived and
worked on board. Participate in special activities, gather ‘round for
an action-packed feature film, mingle with veterans who made
history, and more. An evening snack and breakfast the next morning
are included. To register, call 508-678-1100 ext. 101 or 102. This is a
program registered directly with a partner and therefore requires
completion of a Girl Scout Activity Form and council approval.
Oct. 15, 7 PM-Oct. 16, 12 PM, Battleship Cove, Fall River, Reg by Sept. 15
Apr. 7, 7 PM-Apr. 8, 12 PM, Battleship Cove, Fall River, Reg by Mar. 7
The Beat Goes On
BJ
BJ
In this jam session, learn how rhythms and movement sound on
buckets, drums, cans and sticks. This hands-on workshop is a fun
way to discover music in a creative, positive environment. Volunteer
If you have ever wanted to make your own book, this is your chance.
Make at least four books using different binding and book art
techniques, and write and illustrate a collaborative story with other
Girl Scouts. Volunteer supervision required.
Jan. 21, 10 AM-12 PM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side),
Plymouth, Reg by Jan. 9
Mar. 25, 1-3 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham,
Reg by Mar. 13
Feb. 4, 10 AM-12 PM, Camp Rice Moody, Reading, Reg by Jan. 23
Behind the Ballot Badge: Consider
the Candidate
S
Before you cast your vote, you’ll want to consider the candidates.
Speak with an elected official at the Edward M. Kennedy Institute
and learn to think critically about the qualities of leadership.
Discuss the U.S. electoral process and cast your vote in the Institute’s
Senate Chamber. Adult admission will be waived up to the required
ratio of adults to girls (available at hergirlscouts.org). Additional
adults must pay at the ticket window upon arrival. Volunteer
Book Artist: Cadette/Senior/
Ambassador
CSA
Explore book art techniques and style. Complete five unique projects,
such as creating a scroll from papyrus or a collaborative storybook.
Cadettes earn the Book Artist badge; Seniors and Ambassadors
receive a fun patch. Want to share what you’ve learned with younger
Girl Scouts? Email customercare@gsema.org to reserve a helper
spot in the next session. Volunteer supervision required.
Mar. 25, 9 AM-12 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
Waltham, Reg by Mar. 13
Girls: $15, Adults: free (see note above)
Mar. 11, 9:30 AM-12 PM, Edward M. Kennedy Institute, Boston,
Reg by Feb. 27
BJ
BJ
Sessions held 2-3:30 PM at Boston Ballet Studio, Boston.
Nov. 27 (Reg by Nov. 14), Dec. 4 (Reg by Nov. 21)
Oct. 8, 11 AM-1 PM, Boston University, Boston, Reg by Sept. 26
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Because of Girl Scouts I have
learned that my opinion counts.
Learn the inner workings of a leading arts organization and explore
careers within Boston Ballet through role-play and a variety of
activities. Performance tickets must be purchased separately.
For discounted tickets to Boston Ballet performances, visit
hergirlscouts.org and search “member benefits” under the
Activities tab. Volunteer supervision required.
Sessions held 1:30-3:30 PM at Boston Ballet Studio, Boston.
Nov. 27 (Reg by Nov. 14), Dec. 4 (Reg by Nov. 21)
For Boston’s growing homeless population, keeping warm during the
winter can be difficult. Join the Kappa Deltas in learning about the
growing community issue of homelessness and what you can do
to help. You will make fleece blankets that will be donated to a local
shelter. Volunteer supervision required.
Tour Boston Ballet’s facilities, explore the art of costume design, and
participate in an experiential movement class. Performance tickets
must be purchased separately. For discounted tickets to Boston Ballet
performances, visit hergirlscouts.org and search “member benefits”
under the Activities tab. Volunteer participation welcomed.
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Boston Ballet: Dancer Badge
B
Earn the Dancer badge at Boston Ballet. Participate in a warm-up
and skill-building exercises, and create your own group dance.
Performance tickets must be purchased separately. For discounted
tickets to Boston Ballet performances, visit hergirlscouts.org and
search “member benefits” under the Activities tab. Volunteer
participation welcomed.
Boston Duck Tour
D B J C S A Family
See Boston by land and sea—at a special Girl Scout price! Your
ConDUCKtor will provide little known facts and interesting insights
with a dash of humor as you cruise by the gold-domed State House,
Bunker Hill, the TD Garden, Boston Common and more. And just
when you think you’ve seen it all, your boat will splash into the
Charles River for a breathtaking view of the Boston and Cambridge
skylines. Plan to arrive at the Museum of Science 30 minutes prior to
your departure time. Volunteer participation welcomed.
Girls ages 3-11: $23, Girls ages 12-18: $27, Adults: $30
May 20, 1-2:30 PM, Boston Duck Tours Museum of Science, Boston,
Reg by May 8
Boston North End History and
Pizza Tour
B J C S A Family
Discover historic Boston slice by delicious slice! Join Boston Pizza
Tours for a walking tour of the city’s oldest neighborhood. Explore
historic sites and enjoy some of Boston’s best pizza. Volunteer
D B J C S A Family
Boston is home to a world-renowned orchestra and concert hall.
Come to Symphony Hall to hear some of the most glorious music
ever written. Plus, get an up-close look at the instruments prior to
the performance and earn the Boston Symphony patch. Volunteer
May 7, 2-3:30 PM, Boston Ballet Studio, Boston, Reg by Apr. 24
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Family Concert
Apr. 8, 9-11 AM, Boston Symphony Hall, Boston, Reg by Mar. 27
JCSA
Boston is home to a world-renowned orchestra and concert hall.
Come to Symphony Hall to hear some of the most glorious music ever
written. Plus, get an up-close look at the orchestra instruments prior
to the performance and earn the Boston Symphony patch. After the
concert, all girls will participate in additional activities. Juniors earn
the Musicians badge. Volunteer participation welcomed.
Apr. 8, 12-4:30 PM, Boston Symphony Hall, Boston, Reg by Mar. 27
JCS
Join the Kappa Deltas for a small group tour of Boston University.
Learn about college life by hearing from a panel of students. Lunch
included. Volunteer supervision required.
Apr. 9, 11 AM-1 PM, Boston University, Boston, Reg by Mar. 27
Sessions held 11 AM-1 PM in Boston.
Nov. 12 (Reg by Oct. 31), Apr. 29 (Reg by Apr. 18), May 13
(Reg by May 1), June 3 (Reg by May 22)
Girl Scouts recognizes Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors who are
leaders in their communities. See page 59 for more about the Torch
Awards, Community Service Bars and Service to Girl Scouting Bars.
Brownie Explorers
B
Explore all that nature has to offer while working on the
requirements for the Outdoor Adventure badge. Program
questions: ohowry@gsema.org. Volunteer supervision required.
Mar. 18, 12-5 PM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side), Plymouth,
Reg by Mar. 4
Mar. 25, 12-5 PM, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Mar. 11
Brownie Pet Badge at Norfolk
Agricultural School
B
What better place to explore the world of animals than at Norfolk
Aggie? Tour the Animal Science department, learn how people
care for the animals, and earn the Pets badge. Handle mice, rats,
hamsters, gerbils, ferrets, rabbits, hedgehogs and chinchillas.
You may even be able to handle birds, reptiles and amphibians!
Sessions held 10 AM-12 PM at Norfolk County Agricultural
High School, Walpole.
Dec. 10 (Reg by Nov. 28), Mar. 4 (Reg by Feb. 20)
B
Learn how to stay safe on your Brownie adventures! Join us to
complete the three steps to earn the Safety award. Pin included.
Apr. 2, 12:30-2 PM, Camp Rice Moody, Reading, Reg by Mar. 20
B
Experience overnight cabin camping for the first time and earn a
badge! During the day, explore crafts, games, nature activities and
more. At dusk, enjoy songs and s’mores around the campfire. Troops
must bring their own food supplies to cook in the kitchen or over a
campfire. A minimum of two adults is required, but please do not
exceed one adult per five girls, as this is a very popular event. An
adult who has completed lodge camping training must attend with
the troop. Program questions: jlenahan@gsema.org.
Bugs Badge
B
Earn the Bugs badge at the Buttonwood Park Zoo! Embark on a bug
field trip and scavenger hunt in the butterfly garden. Check out bugs
in action while you build them a home, and learn about the life cycle
of a butterfly. Volunteer supervision required.
Apr. 8, 9 AM-Apr. 9, 10 AM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beehive, Forest Street
entrance), Waltham, Reg by Mar. 25
Mar. 11, 10 AM-12 PM, Buttonwood Park Zoo, New Bedford,
Reg by Feb. 27
Brownie Camping
Mar. 12, 12:30-2 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
Waltham, Reg by Feb. 27
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me confidence to believe
in myself.
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Camp cooking is more than just hot dogs and s’mores. Learn
to prepare delicious meals that will impress your friends
while practicing ethical outdoor preservation principles.
Program questions: asvedberg@gsema.org. Volunteer
Mar. 26, 1-4 PM, Camp Cedar Hill, Waltham, Reg by Mar. 11
SA
Build Your Outdoor Skills:
Fire-building
JC
Learn to build a fire with matches and even work toward
lighting one without. You will improve your fire-building
skills while practicing ethical outdoor preservation
principles. Program questions: asvedberg@gsema.org.
You only have one chance to make a first impression—make it
your best! Learn how to ace an interview, articulate your thoughts
clearly and network with confidence. Earning this badge will build
your communication skills for the interview and beyond. Volunteer
Mar. 19, 3:30-5:30 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
May 21, 3:30-5:30 PM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side),
Plymouth, Reg by May 8
Mar. 19, 1-4 PM, Camp Runels, Pelham, NH, Reg by Mar. 8
Camp Kaleidoscope
Build Your Outdoor Skills: Knots
and Lashing
Through games, you will learn knots and lashing skills that
can be used while camping. Work on tying knots while
practicing ethical outdoor preservation principles.
Program questions: asvedberg@gsema.org. Volunteer
Are you looking for something to do on your day off from school?
Come to Camp Cedar Hill and sample summer camp activities
(except swimming). Play games in the field, test your aim at archery,
make crafts, and try cool science experiments. The camp day will
run from 9 AM–4 PM, with drop-off from 8–9 AM and pickup from
4–5 PM. Pizza lunch, snacks and fun patch included. Please email
jlenahan@gsema.org with dietary restrictions. Drop-off event.
Girls: $50
Mar. 5, 1-4 PM, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Feb. 18
Nov. 11, 9 AM-4 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beehive, Forest Street
entrance), Waltham, Reg by Nov. 1
Build Your Outdoor Skills:
Navigation
Camp Sampler
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There are many ways you can navigate through camp.
Learn about trail signs, compasses, GPS units and how to
read a map, while practicing ethical outdoor preservation
principles. Program questions: asvedberg@gsema.org.
Don’t wait for summer to experience Girl Scout camp fun! Make
crafts, play games, perform science experiments, hang out with
your friends, or make new ones. After dinner (provided by us),
change into your pajamas and enjoy s’mores and songs around a
fire. Program questions: jlenahan@gsema.org. Volunteer supervision
required.
Mar. 12, 1-4 PM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side),
Plymouth, Reg by Mar. 1
Jan. 28, 1-7 PM, Camp Cedar Hill, Waltham, Reg by Jan. 14
Apr. 1, 1-7 PM, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Mar. 20
Celebrating Community Badge:
Growing Community
Canoe Fun
BJCSA
Learn the correct way to put on a lifejacket, get in and out of a
boat without capsizing, and steer a canoe with a paddle. Canoe on
the pond in groups of two or three per boat. Program questions:
Sessions held 10 AM-12 PM (B/J), 1-3 PM (J/C/S/A) or 4-6 PM
(J/C/S/A).
Oct. 15, Camp Favorite, Brewster, Reg by Oct. 4
Oct. 16, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side), Plymouth,
Reg by Oct. 4
May 7, Camp Runels, Pelham, NH, Reg by Apr. 27
Reg by Apr. 27
B
Visit the Edward M. Kennedy Institute’s replica of Senator Kennedy’s
Washington, D.C., office and learn how senators represent their
communities. Then read Rose’s Garden and create a paper flower
garden to represent your unique community. Adult admission
will be waived up to the required ratio of adults to girls (available
at hergirlscouts.org). Additional adults must pay at the window
upon arrival.
Bonus offer: Visit the Commonwealth Museum for free and earn a
patch by discovering, exploring and connecting with Massachusetts
history. Volunteer supervision required.
Apr. 15, 9:30-11:30 AM, Edward M. Kennedy Institute, Boston,
Reg by Apr. 3
BJ
BJCSA
You will face many challenges as you attempt to complete the
elements of a 15-foot indoor high ropes course. Try walking
crossways and climbing up the cargo net. This is a great way to
get your group excited about the high ropes. Safety note: When
climbing you will be in a harness, attached to a belay rope and
wearing a helmet. Program questions: ohowry@gsema.org. Volunteer
How do you care for a sick or injured sea turtle, seal or dolphin? Earn
the Oceanography patch and learn about marine animal rescue,
rehabilitation and release through hands-on activities and specimen
exploration at the National Marine Life Center. You will also learn
about coastline ecosystems, food webs, the impact of ocean waves
and currents, and careers in marine animal rescue and research.
Sessions held at Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (EDC Science Center),
Plymouth.
Sessions held 9 AM-12 PM at the National Marine Life Center,
Buzzards Bay.
B/J: Dec. 3 (Reg by Nov. 21), Feb. 11 (Reg by Jan. 30), Mar. 18 (Reg by
Mar. 6)
B/J:
Oct. 29, 10 AM-12 PM or 4-6 PM, Reg by Oct. 15
Dec. 10, 10 AM-12 PM or 1-3 PM, Reg by Nov. 27
Mar. 11, 4-6 PM, Reg by Mar. 1
C/S/A: Jan. 14 (Reg by Jan. 2)
Casting Call
J:
Oct 29, 1-3 PM, Reg by Oct 15
SA
Dec. 11, 4-6 PM, Reg by Nov. 27
Do you have an interest in acting and working with younger girls?
Learn the basics of improvisation and skits, then use these skills to
earn volunteer hours and perform in character at our Enchanted
Forest program. Drop-off event.
Girls: $5
Mar. 3, 6:30-9:30 PM, Camp Rice Moody, Reading, Reg by Feb. 13
Watch for these icons
in a program.
to note when a badge or patch is included
Mar. 12, 10 AM-12 PM, 1-3 PM, Reg by Mar. 1
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BJCSA
Build your teamwork skills through action learning as you master
the low ropes elements of our challenge course. Program questions:
B/J:
Oct. 22, 10 AM-12 PM, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover; and Camp
Favorite, Brewster, Reg by Oct. 11
Oct 23, 1-3 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham,
Reg by Oct. 11
May 21, 10 AM-12 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
J/C/S/A:
Oct. 16, 10 AM-12 PM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side),
Plymouth; and Camp Runels, Pelham, NH, Reg by Oct. 2
Oct. 22, 1-3 PM or 4-6 PM, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover; and Camp
Favorite, Brewster, Reg by Oct. 11
Oct. 23, 4-6 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham,
Reg by Oct. 11
May 21, 1-3 PM or 4-6 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
JCSA
Build your confidence as a team by conquering the more challenging
high elements of our course. Each camp has different elements to
try. Safety note: You will be in a harness, attached to a belay rope
and wearing a helmet. Program questions: asvedberg@gsema.org.
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J/C/S/A:
Oct. 23, 1-3 PM or 4-6 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
Waltham, Reg by Oct. 9
May 21, 10 AM-12 PM, 1-3 PM or 4-6 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver
Street entrance), Waltham, Reg by May 6
C/S/A:
Oct. 16, 10 AM-12 PM, 1-3 PM or 4-6 PM, Camp Runels, Pelham, NH,
Reg by Oct. 2
May 7, 10 AM-12 PM, 1-3PM or 4-6 PM, Camp Runels, Pelham, NH,
Reg by Apr. 23
Challenge Course Full Day:
Low and High
JCSA
Start the morning fine-tuning your communication, trust, teambuilding and problem-solving skills with a series of games and
low elements on our challenge course. Then build your confidence
as a team by conquering the more challenging high elements
in the afternoon. Safety note: You will be in a harness, attached
to a belay rope and wearing a helmet. Program questions:
Apr. 9, 10 AM-4:30 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
Apr. 9, 10 AM-4:30 PM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side),
DBJ
Earn the Chocolate Making patch! Sample different types of
chocolate while learning about its benefits, its history and how it’s
made. Get hands-on experience and take home your sweet treats!
Sessions held 10-11:30 AM (D/B) or 12-1:30 PM (B/J) at Chocolate
Therapy, Framingham.
Dec. 3 (Reg by Nov. 21), Jan. 14 (Reg by Jan. 2), Feb. 25 (Reg by Feb. 13),
Mar. 11 (Reg by Feb. 27), Apr. 22 (Reg by Apr. 10)
Colorful Scientists
BJCSA
DB
Belay on? Get ready to climb! Set personal goals to achieve as you
try our indoor climbing wall at Camp Wind-in-the-Pines. Safety
note: You will be in a harness, attached to a belay rope and wearing
a helmet. Program questions: ohowry@gsema.org. Volunteer
Sessions held at Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (EDC Science Center),
Plymouth.
B/J:
Dec. 11, 10 AM-12 PM (Reg by Nov. 27), Mar. 11, 10 AM-12 PM
(Reg by Mar. 1)
J/C/S/A:
Dec. 10, 4-6 PM (Reg by Nov. 27), Dec. 11, 1-3 PM (Reg by Nov. 27),
Mar. 11, 1-3 PM (Reg by Mar. 1), Mar. 12, 4-6 PM (Reg by Mar. 1)
Become a mad scientist for the day with the sisters of Kappa Delta
at Northeastern University. Experiment and see colorful chemical
reactions. You’ll leave with your very own lava lamp. Volunteer
Oct. 16, 11 AM-1 PM, Northeastern University, Boston, Reg by Oct. 3
B
Do you want to be a computer expert? This is your chance to make
amazing art, learn cool facts about the internet and take an online
trip. Volunteer supervision required.
JCSA
Belay on? Get ready to climb! Set personal goals to achieve as
you try our outdoor climbing wall at Camp Cedar Hill. Safety note:
You will be in a harness, attached to a belay rope and wearing
a helmet. Program questions: asvedberg@gsema.org. Volunteer
Sessions held at Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham.
Oct. 23, 10 AM-12 PM or 1-3 PM (Reg by Oct. 9), May 21, 10 AM-12 PM,
1-3 PM or 4-6 PM (Reg by May 10)
SA
Nov. 19 (Reg by Nov. 7), Mar. 4 (Reg by Feb. 20), Apr. 29 (Reg by Apr. 18)
BJCSA
Explore inner and outer beauty at this unique program designed to
help you discover your undeniable potential. Practice confident body
language and effective techniques to navigate challenging social
situations. Learn the essentials of personal hygiene, grooming and
skin care practices for different skin types. You’ll even be treated to
a facial! Volunteer supervision required.
Feb. 26, 1-3 PM (B/J) or 3:30-5:30 PM (C/S/A), Camp Maude Eaton,
Andover, Reg by Feb. 13
Corn Maze Challenge
D B J C S A Family
Is a daytime corn maze not challenging enough for you? Try it at
night! Be sure to bring a flashlight and prepare to be a-mazed during
this exciting adventure! Volunteer participation welcomed.
Sessions held 3:30-5:30 PM at deCordova Sculpture Park and
Museum, Lincoln.
Mar. 26 (Reg by Mar. 13), Apr. 23 (Reg by Apr. 10)
Oct. 21, 6-9 PM, Marini Farms, Ipswich, Reg by Oct. 10
Oct. 22, 6-9 PM, Billingsgate Farm, Plympton, Reg by Oct. 10
Be inspired by the 30-acre deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum.
After a tour of various indoor and outdoor artworks, you’ll become
the artist and will create a series of collages using paper, natural
materials, photographs and three-dimensional materials. End by
creating a collage poster that speaks to your favorite cause. Seniors
earn a badge. Ambassadors earn a patch. Volunteer supervision
required.
Sessions held 10 AM-12 PM at Microsoft Store – Rockingham Mall,
Salem, NH.
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Daisy Safety Award
Discover Drawing
D
J
Learn how to stay safe on your Daisy Adventures! You will complete
the three steps required to earn the Safety award. Pin included.
Mar. 12, 10:30 AM-12 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
Drawing is the foundation of all types of art. Go on a scavenger
hunt at the Danforth Art galleries, then experiment with a variety
of drawing materials and basic techniques in the studio. Create
unique still life images and a colorful portfolio for storing your
new masterpieces. You will complete three requirements toward
the Drawing badge. Troop leaders will receive additional tips on
exhibiting artwork in a portfolio. Volunteer supervision required.
Apr. 2, 10:30 AM-12 PM, Camp Rice Moody, Reading, Reg by Mar. 20
Sessions held at Danforth Art Museum, Framingham.
Detectives & Spies Overnight at
the EcoTarium
Nov. 30, 4-6:30 PM, Reg by Nov. 16
May 21, 1-3:30 PM, Reg by May 8
BJ
Practice sleuthing and hone your investigative skills! Deductive
reasoning and scientific analysis will come into play as you break
codes, study fingerprints and solve mysteries. Evening snack,
planetarium show, breakfast and sunrise wildlife tour included.
Dive-in Movie
D B J C S A Family
Enjoy a movie on the big screen while floating in a heated pool. Bring
your own snacks and drinks to make it a fun family night. Volunteer
Apr. 28, 6:30 PM-Apr. 29, 8 AM, EcoTarium, Worcester, Reg by Apr. 14
Sessions held 6:30-8:15 PM at Raynham Athletic Club, Raynham.
Jan. 14 (Reg by Jan. 2), Mar. 25 (Reg by Mar. 13), Apr. 29 (Reg by Apr.
18), May 12 (Reg by May 2)
JCSA
Go behind the screens to build and publish fun mobile games to play
on your phone. As a “game maker,” you’ll bring your virtual world
to life and create unique digital experiences, and you’ll learn about
careers in technology. Volunteer supervision required.
Sessions held 1-3 PM at Microsoft Store – Rockingham Mall,
Salem, NH.
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Enchanted Forest
DB
Visit our world of enchantment at Camp Maude Eaton. You’ll
encounter magical friends and participate in fun activities along
the way. Don’t forget to come dressed as your favorite character!
Staggered start times will be reflected in your confirmation
materials. Each group’s hike will last approximately 60 minutes.
May 7, 1-4 PM, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Apr. 17
J
Do you enjoy taking selfies or photos with your friends? Learn about
digital cameras from an expert and create one-of-a-kind photos.
Snap some great shots and edit them for a digital project you can
share. Volunteer supervision required.
Sessions held 11 AM-2 PM at Microsoft Store – Rockingham Mall,
Salem, NH.
Feb. 4 (Reg by Jan. 23), Mar. 18 (Reg by Mar. 6), May 6 (Reg by Apr. 24)
Etiquette Tea Party
DB
Hosting a party is fun, but it’s also hard work! This program shows
you how to be the perfect hostess and ensure a great time for you
and your guests. Through interactive play, learn to create a proper
place setting and the importance of good table manners. Volunteer
Mar. 25, 11 AM-1 PM, Boston University, Boston, Reg by Mar. 13
Fashion Focus
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Because of Girl Scouts I can
empower other girls to feel
confident in who they are.
Navigating social situations can be intimidating for any girl and
if this skill isn’t learned in adolescence, it can become even more
daunting later in life. Join a representative from Fashion Focus to
learn techniques to make getting along with peers easy and fun.
The world is changing rapidly and social circles are becoming more
diverse. Celebrate these differences and how they can help you grow.
Reg by Mar. 6
Express Yourself
May 21, 1-3 PM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side), Plymouth,
Reg by May 8
DBJCSA
Unleash your creative side! Sample different workshops focused
on art, music and performing, then end the day with the chance
to express yourself in a special showcase. Volunteer supervision
required.
Dec. 3, 1-4 PM, Raynham area, Reg by Nov. 21
Flying Squirrel
JCSA
Work as part of a team to pull the “squirrel” into the air, then take
your turn soaring through the sky as each participant gets a chance
to be pulled into the air by a team of haulers. Safety note: You will be
in a harness, attached to a belay rope and wearing a helmet. Program
questions: asvedberg@gsema.org. Volunteer supervision required.
JCSA
Oct. 16, 10 AM-12 PM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side),
Plymouth, Reg by Oct. 5
Do you think you have what it takes to build an earthquake-resistant
house? Think like an engineer while designing and creating
gingerbread houses that will be tested on a shake table. Volunteer
Dec. 17, 12:30-2:30 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
Waltham, Reg by Dec. 5
CSA
Read the story of Amasa Walker’s Splendid Garment, then explore
the process of shearing sheep, cleaning and carding wool, spinning
the fibers into thread, dying, weaving, and clothing construction. You
will also make yarn dolls to dress up with colorful cloth. Volunteer
C
Jan. 14, 1-4 PM, Camp Rice Moody, Reading, Reg by Jan. 2
Learn about the art of negotiation at the Edward M. Kennedy Institute
and explore how you can find solutions through compromise and
collaboration. Review partisan provisions of a Senate bill, discuss
ways to find common ground, and vote on the bill in the Institute’s
Senate Chamber. Adult admission will be waived up to the required
ratio of adults to girls (available at hergirlscouts.org). Additional
adults must pay at the ticket window upon arrival. Volunteer
Feb. 11, 9:30 AM-12 PM, Edward M. Kennedy Institute, Boston,
Reg by Jan. 30
D B J C S A Family
Bring your family or an adult friend snowshoeing in the fields
and trails at camp under the full moon. Try a snowshoe obstacle
course (weather dependent) and enjoy hot chocolate after a hike
around camp. Program questions: ohowry@gsema.org. Volunteer
Feb. 10 or Feb. 11, 6-8 PM, Camp Runels, Pelham, NH, Reg by Jan. 31
Finding Common Ground Badge:
Reaching Across the Aisle
From Sheep to Shawl
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DBJ
Spend a night at camp with your mom or other significant female!
Play games, make crafts, explore nature and sit by the campfire.
Includes Saturday lunch and dinner, Sunday breakfast and all your
program supplies. Bring sleeping bags and personal equipment.
(A complete list will be sent two weeks before the program.)
Activities take place in heated indoor spaces and outdoors. Sleeping
accommodations are mattresses on the floor of heated cabins shared
with other participants. Program questions: jregister@gsema.org.
Explorations in Math
CS
Design, create and problem-solve using math in an interactive
exploration of numbers. MIT undergraduate and graduate students
will share their passion for all things numerical as you participate in
hands-on activities involving origami, computer programming and
more. Volunteer supervision required.
Mar. 4, 10 AM-12 PM, MIT Museum, Cambridge, Reg by Feb. 20
Sessions held Sat. 9 AM-Sun. 10 AM at Camp Cedar Hill (Beehive,
Forest Street entrance), Waltham.
Nov. 5-6 (Reg by Oct. 20), Mar. 4-5 (Reg by Feb. 18)
BJ
Earn the Girl Scout Ways badge as you journey into the past and try
skill-building activities Girl Scouts have engaged in over the years.
DBJ
Spend a night at camp with your mom or other significant female!
Play games, make crafts, explore nature, and sit by the campfire.
Includes Saturday lunch and dinner, Sunday breakfast and all your
program supplies. Bring sleeping bags and personal equipment.
(A complete list will be sent two weeks before the program.)
Activities take place in heated indoor spaces and outdoors. Sleeping
accommodations are tents shared with other participants. Program
questions: jregister@gsema.org. Volunteer supervision required.
Apr. 30, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side), Plymouth,
Reg by Apr. 18
Girl Scouts Engineer Magic
Sessions held Sat. 9 AM-Sun. 10 AM.
J
June 3-4, Camp Favorite, Brewster, Reg by May 20
Feb. 12, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham,
Reg by Jan. 30
Apr. 29-30, Camp Runels, Pelham, NH, Reg by Apr. 15
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Computer Science and Robotics
CS
Investigate what makes a robot work. Use the LEGO Mindstorm EV3
Programming Environment to get robots sensing, thinking and
moving. Design, create and build while enjoying hands-on activities
and demonstrations on artificial intelligence, electrical engineering,
computer programming and more. Volunteer supervision required.
Nov. 5, 10 AM-12 PM, MIT Museum, Cambridge, Reg by Oct. 24
Discover the exciting world of science and engineering through
workshops hosted by Wentworth Institute of Technology and the
Society of Women Engineers. College students and professors
will lead exciting activities such as creating a bowling pin in the
Manufacturing Center and building a model of the human lung.
Lunch included. Drop-off event.
Girls: $15
Feb. 4, 9:30 AM-3 PM, Wentworth Institute of Technology, Boston,
Reg by Jan. 23
JCSA
Create, code and play-test your own games at Microsoft Boston.
Learn how to program, manipulate code and create a game to play
on any device using TouchDevelop. Volunteer supervision required.
Sessions held 1-3 PM at Microsoft Store – Shops at Prudential,
Boston.
J: May 13, Reg by May 1
C/S/A: Dec. 10, Reg by Nov. 28
Glass Fusing
JCSA
JCSA
Create a masterpiece from a 3x3-inch sheet of fusible glass. You will
learn how to cut glass and design your pieces as well as the basics
of fusing glass in the kiln. The pieces will have to fire overnight and
could take up to a week to be ready. To indicate your GSEM pickup
office of choice, email lsouza@gsema.org, or you may pick up
your finished item at the Needham studio. Volunteer supervision
required.
Jan. 21, 10 AM-12 PM, Glass Arts & More, Needham, Reg by Jan. 9
JCSA
Get ready to have some glow-in-the-dark fun! Take aim with archery,
try games with a glowing twist, and light up the night with arts
and crafts. Head outside on a night hike to explore nature or play
“manhunt.” The fun continues through the night and includes quiet
time, so be sure to bring your sleeping bag and pillow. Program
questions: asvedberg@gsema.org. Volunteer supervision required.
Apr. 1, 7 PM-Apr. 2, 8 AM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beehive, Forest Street
GPS Geocaching 101
JCSA
Create a glass pendant as you learn glass-cutting techniques and
the basics of fusing in a jewelry kiln. The pieces will have to fire
overnight and could take up to a week to be ready. To indicate your
GSEM pickup office of choice, email lsouza@gsema.org, or you
may pick up your finished item at the Needham studio. Volunteer
In our introduction to geocaching, you’ll use GPS technology to
navigate your way to hidden treasure, while learning more about the
popular adventure activity that is now a worldwide hobby. Juniors
earn a badge. Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors receive a fun
patch. Volunteer supervision required.
Sessions held 10 AM-12 PM at Glass Arts & More, Needham.
Sessions held 10 AM-1 PM.
J: Feb. 11, Reg by Jan. 30
Nov. 11, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham,
Reg by Oct. 31
C/S/A: Apr. 1, Reg by Mar. 20
Reg by Apr. 10
Glow and Climb
JCSA
Try the climbing wall at Camp Wind-in-the-Pines while it glows in
the dark. Set personal goals and reach new heights. Safety note: You
will be in a harness, attached to a belay rope and wearing a helmet.
Program questions: ohowry@gsema.org. Volunteer supervision
required.
Dec. 10, 7-9 PM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (EDC Science Center),
Plymouth, Reg by Nov. 30
A
Congratulations! Your moment is here and we want to celebrate
with you. As a graduating Girl Scout Ambassador, it’s time to honor
your time in Girl Scouting and how that will forever be a part of who
you are. Join us for a special celebration and light refreshments.
Volunteer participation welcomed.
Graduating Ambassadors: Free, Guests: $15
May 4, 6:30-8:30 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
Girl Scouts are forever green. To help reduce paper usage, important
forms like Program Registration and Program Financial Assistance
are available at hergirlscouts.org and can be submitted online.
Graduating Girl Scout Ambassadors
Celebration
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Horse Sampler
BJ
Want to learn more about horseback riding? Learn about horse
grooming, care and feeding, and how to lead, mount and steer a
horse. Volunteer supervision required.
Apr. 9, 1-3 PM, Rocking Horse Farm, Plympton, Reg by Mar. 27
Apr. 30, 3-5 PM, Lil’ Folk Farm, Holliston, Reg by Apr. 18
Horseback Riding Badge
J
Want to learn what it takes to be a great rider? Learn about the basic
care of horses and the functions of your tack, then learn how to
control a horse and practice riding. Volunteer supervision required.
J
This class will prepare you to handle most home alone situations,
from an unexpected knock on the door to making an emergency 911
call. Other topics covered include food/kitchen safety, the Heimlich
Maneuver, basic first aid, handling emergencies and fears, safety
to and from school, basic street smarts, self-defense techniques
and lots of prevention tips. This dynamic and interactive course is
serious business made fun. Volunteer supervision required.
Jan. 21, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham,
Reg by Jan. 9
Feb. 11, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side), Plymouth,
Reg by Jan. 30
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Mar. 25, Camp Rice Moody, Reading, Reg by Mar. 13
May 7, 1-3 PM, Rocking Horse Farm, Plympton, Reg by Apr. 24
Ice Chips
D B J C S A Family
Experience the Skating Club of Boston’s 105th Ice Chips: Show of
Champions! The longest-running amateur ice show in the country
features a dramatic display of colors, lights and outstanding figure
skating from some of the best-known singles and pairs in the
sport. After the 1 PM show, select skaters will take a group photo
and sign autographs during a special Girl Scout meet and greet.
Those attending the 7 PM show may come early to join in the fun—
information will be provided with your tickets. A portion of the
proceeds from program registration supports Girl Scouts of Eastern
Massachusetts. Volunteer participation welcomed.
April 2017, Boston
Apr. 29, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham,
Reg by Apr. 18
May 6, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Apr. 24
Earn your way to Ultimate Guide programs, camp and more!
Participating in the Fall Product Sale and Girl Scout Cookie Program
helps you budget and earn funds for fun activities while learning
essential life skills.
Be an Active Citizen
Presidential elections present a unique opportunity to build a foundation
for civic participation and leadership, and this year we’re offering several
new programs to help you better understand the election process, our
government, and the importance of your role as an active citizen.
JCSA
Earn the I Promised a Girl Scout I’d Vote patch at the Edward M. Kennedy Institute.
Beginning with Voter Registration and ending with Our Government at Work,
experience what it’s like to be an active citizen in our state and the nation. Complete
patch requirements at various stations, then visit the mock Senate Chamber for an
“issue of the day” presentation. Adult admission fee is waived for the required ratio
of adults to girls (available at hergirlscouts.org). Additional adults must pay at the
ticket window upon arrival. Adult supervision required.
Oct. 22, 10 AM-2 PM, Edward M. Kennedy Institute, Boston, Reg by Oct. 10
Citizen Legacy Badges
Look for Citizen Legacy badges you can earn at the Edward M. Kennedy Institute
in the Ultimate Guide program listings and online at hergirlscouts.org
under the Activities tab:
B
S
C
Brownies: Celebrating Community Badge
Juniors: Inside Government Badge
Cadettes: Finding Common Ground Badge
Seniors: Behind the Ballot Badge
J
A
Ambassadors: Public Policy Badge
J
Join the sisters of Kappa Delta for a special Inauguration Day event on January 22, 2017. Look for
Presidential Inauguration on page 49 or at hergirlscouts.org under the Activities tab.
The Girl Scout role in any election is to provide non-partisan interpretation of the election process
and to instill a commitment to participatory citizenship.
Commonwealth Museum
Pair your visit to the Edward M. Kennedy Institute with a visit to the Commonwealth Museum
across the street, where you’ll explore Massachusetts history and earn a special patch.
Admission is free.
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What’s New
…in Volunteer Support:
Volunteer Systems:
We’re rolling out new resources for volunteers,
including our Volunteer Toolkit. Visit
hergirlscouts.org and click on Training Tools
under the Volunteer tab to learn more.
Training:
Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Essentials are now two
hours long and cover important new resources like
the Volunteer Toolkit. See pages 62-63.
Equipment Rentals:
You’ll soon be able to rent an assortment of camping
equipment, from cooking gear to compasses. Look
for updates under the Camp tab at hergirlscouts.org.
Want to Keep
Up-to-Date?
Visit hergirlscouts.org for the most
up-to-date information on programs
and trainings, and to find all the
forms you need, including Program
Registration and Financial Assistance.
New Service Center Location:
WHAT’S NEW
The North Andover Service Center has moved to
Camp Maude Eaton in Andover. See our updated
Council Map on page 78.
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New volunteer tools and trainings sessions are being added all the time. Visit hergirlscouts.org
and click on the Volunteer tab for the most up-to-date information for volunteers.
What’s New
…in Girl Programs:
Safety Training
Seniors and Ambassadors can now earn full
MEDIC First Aid and CPR certification. See page 46.
Citizenship
Earn the Citizen Legacy badges and learn more
about civics and good citizenship with programs
and events at the Edward M. Kennedy Institute and
the Commonwealth Museum. See page 39.
Outdoor Art
Earn the new Outdoor Art badges at Soule
Homestead and deCordova Sculpture Park
and Museum. See pages 25-26.
Enjoying All
the Benefits?
Girl Scout membership has its benefits.
See page 79 for special member
discounts and offers that can be
enjoyed by individual members,
the whole family or the whole troop.
Outdoor Skills
Build your outdoor skills including cooking,
knots and lashing, fire-building, and navigation.
See page 30.
WHAT’S NEW
New programs, dates, times and locations are being added all the time. Visit hergirlscouts.org
and click on the Activities tab for the most up-to-date information about our girl programs.
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Fashion Show
iMovie Mania
JC
Lights, camera, action! Direct, script, edit and produce your
own video using iMovie. Let the lens capture your vision and
tell the story of the world you see. Bring your stage props,
brainstorm your storyline, and get ready to create! You’ll earn
a badge while filming in a real studio using a green screen and
special technology. Volunteer supervision required.
Sessions held 2-5 PM at Lowell Telecommunications
Center, Lowell.
Nov. 19, 11 AM-1 PM, Boston University, Boston, Reg by Oct. 31
J: Dec. 3 (Reg by Nov. 21), Feb. 11 (Reg by Jan. 30)
Intro to Curling
C: May 13 (Reg by May 1)
JCSA
Innocent or Guilty
Try your hand at this unique Winter Olympic sport. You’ll learn team
communication, basic rules, strategy and how to deliver a stone and
sweep. Volunteer supervision required.
JC
Mr. Pig is being accused of a serious crime against Mr. B.B. Wolf!
Watch real lawyers bring this case to trial at Northeastern
University School of Law. Hear the testimonies and learn what
it’s like to serve on a jury panel as you work together to decide
the verdict. Will Mr. Pig be found guilty or innocent? It’s up to
you! Volunteer supervision required.
Dec. 4, 9-11 AM or 1-3 PM, Northeastern School of Law, Boston,
Reg by Nov. 21
Inside Government Badge:
Senator for the Day
J
Join the Kappa Deltas for a day of fun-filled activities to honor girls
all around the world! Celebrate being a one-of-a-kind girl by making
and modeling accessories you create from recyclable materials.
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Date and Time TBD, Broomstones Curling Club, Wayland
DB
Who said you can’t solve the world’s problems with gadgets, widgets
and gizmos? Learn about the process real inventors go through to
create something new. Then use your own inspiration to design,
build and test your own problem-solving creations. Brownies earn
the Inventor badge. Daisies earn a patch. Volunteer supervision
required.
Nov. 13, 9-10:30 AM (D) or 12-2 PM (B), Middlesex Community
College, Bedford, Reg by Oct. 31
Become a U.S. senator for a day at the Edward M. Kennedy Institute.
Learn the fundamentals of American government, what it means
to be a senator and how laws are made. Take a position on an issue,
write a speech to support your views, and deliver your arguments
in the Institute’s Senate Chamber. Will you have convinced your
fellow senators when the time comes to take a vote? Adult admission
fee is waived for the required ratio of adults to girls (available at
hergirlscouts.org). Additional adults must pay at the ticket window
upon arrival. Volunteer supervision required.
Jan. 14, 9:30 AM-12 PM, Edward M. Kennedy Institute, Boston,
Reg by Jan. 2
Island Getaway
DBJCSA
Enjoy a weekend of camping in style on Martha’s Vineyard. Start
your adventure at Camp Wampanoag with dinner and a campfire,
including gourmet s’mores. On Saturday, see the island sights, take
a hike, do yoga, relax at camp or shop for souvenirs. Round-trip van
transportation between the ferry station and camp is provided;
however, please note that ferry tickets are not included. Program
questions: jregister@gsema.org. Volunteer supervision required.
May 12, 6 PM-May 14, 10 AM, Martha’s Vineyard, Reg by Apr. 28
JOIN ONE OF OUR JOURNEY JUMPSTART OR OVERNIGHT PROGRAMS TO
KICK OFF YOUR TROOP’S JOURNEY EXPERIENCE
Journey Jumpstart—aMUSE
J
Discover the many roles women play, complete the
requirements for the Reach Out! award, and get prepared to earn
two other awards. Adults will learn how to guide girls through a
Journey and help them plan and complete a Take Action project.
Feb. 4, 9 AM-12 PM, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Jan. 16
Journey Jumpstart—aMAZE
C
Discover how to create friendships and make confident choices,
complete the requirements for the Interact Award, and get
prepared to earn two other awards. Adults will learn how to
guide girls through a Journey and help them plan and complete
a Take Action project. Volunteer supervision required.
Journey Jumpstart—Mission:
Sisterhood! and BLISS
SA
Dec. 10, 9 AM-12 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
Waltham, Reg by Nov. 28
Journey Overnight—MEdia
C
Work together with other girls to create change in the world,
complete one step toward the Sisterhood or Dream Maker
awards, and prepare to complete the Journey on your own or
with your troop. Adults will learn how to guide girls through a
Journey and help them plan and complete a Take Action project.
Girls: $55
Feb. 25, 10 AM-Feb. 26, 11 AM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines
(EDC Science Center), Plymouth, Reg by Feb. 13
Because of Girl Scouts I
can be a better leader in
my community.
Dec. 10, 1-4 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
Waltham, Reg by Nov. 28
Journey Retreat—Mission:
Sisterhood! and BLISS
SA
Are you ready to earn the Gold Award, but don’t have enough
time to complete a Journey? Join other girls in completing
steps from either Journey and get prepared to complete a Take
Action project. Meals will be provided. A webinar session will be
available to support girls to complete their Take Action projects.
Drop-off event.
Girls: $55
Mar. 24, 6:30 PM-Mar. 25, 6 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street
Are you ready to earn the Silver Award, but don’t have enough
time to complete a Journey? Join other girls to complete the
MEdia Journey. You’ll earn two awards and get prepared to
complete a Take Action project. Meals will be provided. A
webinar session will be available to teach adults how to support
girls’ Take Action projects. Drop-off event.
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Kayaking
JCSA
Girl Scouts gives me the
opportunity to meet
women mentors who
inspire me.
Learn to be comfortable in a kayak through fun games that
emphasize safety. Includes all necessary equipment. Program
questions: ohowry@gsema.org. Volunteer supervision required.
Sessions held 10 AM-12 PM, 1-3 PM or 4-6 PM.
May 20, Camp Favorite, Brewster, Reg by May 6
Reg by May 6
CSA
J
Prepare yourself to travel on a mind-bending adventure through
our universe. Learn about black holes: What are they? How are they
made? Where can you find them? How do they influence the space
and time around them? Then, weather permitting, you will observe
the night sky through a telescope. Volunteer supervision required.
Junior Camping
Mar. 4, 5-9 PM, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Feb. 20
Letterboxing
B
J
Troop camping on a grand scale! Attend workshops including
archery, arts and crafts, canoeing and games. On Friday night,
enjoy s’mores around the campfire. On Saturday night, hang out
with friends while playing games and making crafts. Bring your
own food supplies to cook over a campfire. Program questions:
jregister@gsema.org. Volunteer supervision required.
What would it be like to live on Mars? What skills would we need
to build a home and thrive? Learn about Mars—its environment
and hazards, its secrets and beauty—and break into teams to find
solutions to the inevitable challenges of living there. End the program
by observing the night sky. Volunteer supervision required.
Apr. 22, 6 PM-Apr. 23, 9 AM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side),
Plymouth, Reg by Apr. 10
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Let’s Move to Mars
Sessions held Fri. 4 PM-Sun. 10 AM.
Apr. 28-30, Camp Runels, Pelham, NH, Reg by Apr. 14
May 19-21, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by May 5
Discover this fun hobby, make your own letterboxing stamp and
earn a badge. Develop critical thinking, problem-solving and basic
compass skills through teamwork as you navigate a course in search
of hidden letterboxes. Volunteer supervision required.
Nov. 11, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham,
Reg by Oct. 31
Reg by Apr. 10
Lead Your Way:
Second Annual Girl Leadership Conference
SA
Navigate your future at this girl-planned event. The day features a keynote speaker,
a networking resource fair, and workshops to develop leadership skills you’ll use in
college, the workforce and everyday life. Volunteer participation is welcomed and
mentoring workshops will be offered for adults who register.
I loved having a
dialogue with other
girls about careers
and their goals.
Jan. 29, 9 AM-4 PM, Simmons College, Boston, Reg by Jan. 9
Maple Sugaring Time
CSA
JCSA
Manage money through a simulation of life choices, then learn the
outcome of those choices and how to plan for the unexpected. This
game will teach you to how to budget, be a forward thinker and be
resourceful. Cadettes earn the Budgeting badge. Seniors earn the
Buying Power badge. Ambassadors earn the On My Own badge.
Do you love maple syrup? Learn everything you need to know
about identifying and tapping a tree and the maple sugaring
process. Plus, you’ll boil a batch of your own syrup and sample
real maple syrup (produced elsewhere) on fresh-made waffles!
Feb. 25, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, Camp Runels, Pelham, NH, Reg by Feb. 13
Feb. 11, 12-4 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham,
Reg by Jan. 30
Mar. 4, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side),
Little Brushes
BJ
Enjoy a painting party with one of our talented local artists. Our
winter and spring painting events will bring your creativity to life.
Sessions held 1-3 PM at Little Brushes, Lexington.
Jan. 29 (Reg by Jan. 17), Mar. 19 (Reg by Mar. 6)
Making Friends
B
Being a good friend is more than just hanging out. Explore
friendships from their very beginnings while earning a badge. Learn
how to make introductions, how to be a good friend and what to do
when friendships turn rocky. Discuss what friendships mean to you
and learn how to stay true to yourself when they become stressful.
Apr. 30, 1-3 PM, Camp Rice Moody, Reading, Reg by Apr. 18
JCSA
There’s a mystery at the mall, and we need you to solve it! Join us
for this can’t-miss overnight event at Solomon Pond Mall. Spend
the evening shopping, dining and interviewing “suspects.” When
the lights go out and the doors are locked, you’ll visit hands-on
investigation stations throughout the mall in hopes of solving the
case. Volunteer supervision required.
Mar. 4, 4 PM-Mar. 5, 9 AM, Solomon Pond Mall, Marlborough,
Reg by Feb. 6
MathMovesU®
JC
Join us for a day filled with exploration and hands-on
learning with female engineers from Raytheon! Unlock fun
mysteries, problem-solve, and experiment with exciting
and challenging math activities. Juniors and Cadettes will
have separate tracks. Lunch included. Drop-off event.
Girls: $25
Nov. 20, 9 AM-3:30 PM, Northeastern University, Boston,
Reg by Nov. 7
Jan. 22, 3:30-5:30 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
Waltham, Reg by Jan. 9
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MEDIC First Aid and CPR Full
Certification: Senior and Ambassador
SA
This all-day, hands-on course will cover adult/child/infant CPR, AED
and basic first aid. Course fee includes take-home resource book,
keychain CPR mask and certification card. Certifications are valid
for two years once earned. Please note: Girls who are 18 years old and
under who have not yet graduated from high school cannot serve as
an adult or troop first aider. Drop-off event.
Girls: $60
Mar. 18, 9 AM-4 PM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side),
BJCSA
Spend the night at the Museum of Science! A typical overnight
includes a science workshop, drop-in science activities, live animals,
a late-night show, a planetarium show, Omni film and plenty of time
to explore the museum. Price per person includes snack, breakfast
and a come-back coupon. On-site parking is only $5 until noon on
the second day. Volunteer supervision required.
Bonus offer: Boston Duck Tours departs from the Museum of Science
at 1 PM on the day following the overnight. Reserve your discounted
seat at 617-450-0068 and mention the Girl Scout special for Museum
of Science overnighters. Offer not valid for March 4 or March 11, 2017.
Apr. 8, 9 AM-4 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
Sessions held 5 PM-11 AM at Museum of Science, Boston.
Mosaic Art
B/J:
Nov. 18-19 (Reg by Oct. 18), Mar. 3-4 (Reg by Jan. 21), Mar. 10-11
(Reg by Jan. 28), Mar. 25-26 (Reg by Feb. 12), Apr. 28-29
(Reg by Mar. 18), May 5-6 (Reg by Mar. 25), May 13-14 (Reg by Apr. 2),
May 20-21 (Reg by Apr. 9), June 2-3 (Reg by Apr. 22), June 10-11
(Reg by Apr. 30)
JCSA
Learn to safely cut and shape beautiful glass pieces and glue them
to a wooden frame. Shapes include stars, hearts, flowers, boats and
more! You will finish your piece with sand and take the completed
project home. Volunteer supervision required.
Mar. 18, 10 AM-12 PM (J) or 12:30-2:30 PM (C/S/A), Camp Cedar Hill
(Beaver Street entrance), Waltham, Reg by Mar. 6
C/S/A:
Apr. 1-2 (Reg by Feb. 19)
Museum Open House: The Legacy of
World Thinking Day
D B J C S A Family
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Pay a Visit to the
GIRL SCOUT MUSEUM
at Camp Cedar Hill, Waltham
• See how Girl Scouting has evolved since 1912,
with exhibits and hands-on activities.
• Rent program kits, uniforms, flags and more
for a minimal fee, with new online ordering.
• Schedule your visit at 781-373-4360 or
cedarhillmuseum@live.com.
• Learn more at hergirlscouts.org, by clicking
on GS Museum under the Our Council tab.
Gain a better understanding of the legacy of World Thinking Day
at the Girl Scout Museum’s winter open house. Learn the meaning
behind the World Association pin, and explore how the international
connection between Girl Scouts and Girl Guides has evolved
through war, peace and global technology. You’ll also get ideas and
inspiration for your own World Thinking Day celebrations. Volunteer
Girls and adults: free
Jan. 22, 1-3 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham,
Reg by Jan. 9
Musician Badge
J
Ever wonder what it’s like to conduct an orchestra? Or what pop
music is like in other countries? Or how certain instruments sound?
This program is perfect for musicians and those who just want to
find out more. Spend the afternoon with members of Tau Beta Sigma
from the UMass Minuteman Marching Band. Volunteer supervision
required.
Reg by Feb. 20
My Best Brownie Self: Taking Care of
My Mind and Body
B
Explore ways to stay happy and healthy through activities designed
to promote mind and body awareness. Discuss healthy eating,
learn to identify and cope with various emotions, and discover
your own unique traits. Earn the My Best Self badge. Volunteer
Mar. 18, 1-3:30 PM, Northeastern University, Boston, Reg by Mar. 4
DBJ
Spend a night at camp with your dad or other significant male! Play
games, make crafts, explore nature and sit by the campfire. Includes
Saturday lunch and dinner, Sunday breakfast and all your program
supplies. Bring sleeping bags and personal equipment (a complete
list will be sent two weeks before the program). Activities take place
in heated indoor spaces and outdoors. Sleeping accommodations
are tents shared with other participants. Program questions:
jlenahan@gsema.org. Volunteer supervision required.
May 6, 9 AM-May 7, 10 AM, Camp Wabasso, Bradford, NH,
Reg by Apr. 23
BJC
Meet author Jen Malone on a day trip to New York City! Her book,
At Your Service, is about Chloe, a tween girl who lives and works
alongside her concierge dad in a NYC hotel. All is well until she loses
a royal guest and must scour the city in an action-packed day. On
the bus ride down, Jen will read an excerpt, answer questions and
sign a copy of the book for you to keep. Once in NYC, you will trace
Chloe’s steps, visiting various tourist attractions to press souvenir
pennies—just like Chloe does in the book! Then enjoy an early group
dinner before returning to Massachusetts. Bring a bagged lunch and
filled water bottle. Bus transportation from the West Bridgewater
Park and Ride lot, dinner, and a copy of At Your Service are included.
Volunteer participation welcomed.
May 13, 6 AM-11 PM, West Bridgewater to NYC, Reg by Apr. 13
B J C S A Family
Walk through history and discover historic, political and cultural
sites associated with the birth of New York and the nation. Your trip
includes round-trip bus transportation from West Bridgewater, MA,
to New York City, a boat cruise around the Statue of Liberty with a
stop on Ellis Island, shopping in Times Square, a guided tour of the
outside memorials at the 9/11 Memorial Museum, and dinner.
To register, contact John Hayes at Student Educational Travel, at
781-471-3467 or jhayes@colpittswt.com.
Price: available at hergirlscouts.org in October 2016
Apr. 19, 6:30 AM-11 PM, West Bridgewater to NYC, Reg by Mar. 19
BJ
Dissect a squid, touch live invertebrates, tour the outdoor exhibits,
peek behind the scenes and more during this overnight. Each
participant receives a complimentary admission to the aquarium
for the following day. Volunteer supervision required.
Date TBD, Mystic Aquarium, Mystic, CT
JCSA
Join the Kappa Delta sisters for a photo challenge tour of
Northeastern University. Learn about college life from a student
perspective and explore the many things the campus has to offer.
Netiquette
C
Mar. 26, 11 AM-1 PM, Northeastern University, Boston, Reg by Mar. 13
Novelist
Make your online world a safe and positive place, while earning a
badge. Learn best practices, basic skills and techniques for online
communication through hands-on activities to cultivate effective
internet skills. Volunteer supervision required.
Jan. 28, 11 AM-1 PM, Microsoft Store - Rockingham Mall, Salem, NH,
Reg by Jan. 17
SA
Learn how to deconstruct common plot lines and brainstorm your
own characters with author Kristine Carlson Asselin. Bring a laptop
or pen and paper, and be prepared to write, write, write as you create
the foundation of your own great American novel. Price includes the
digital version of Kristine’s young adult novel, Any Way You Slice It.
Seniors earn the Novelist badge. Volunteer supervision required.
Reg by Mar. 20
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Earn the Oceanography badge! Spend some time with marine
biology students and their teacher at Norfolk Aggie. You’ll learn about
oceans, currents, tides and waves, as well as marine mammals,
their environment and the effect of pollution on different critters.
Examine marine species like jellyfish, sea stars, crabs, sea shells,
squid and more. You’ll learn how to properly care for fish tanks,
make a poster about oceanography, and conduct water experiments.
You may even get wet! Volunteer supervision required.
CSA
This program offers girls turning 13 or older this year an outdoor
challenge in a controlled and fun environment. Rock Spot’s staff will
facilitate team-building activities and introduce you to climbing,
belaying, knots and rappelling. This is an advanced program for older
girls seeking adventure. The climbing program takes approximately
four hours to complete. Once the gym closes at midnight, girls may
choose to climb more (with leader supervision), play team-building
games, or watch a movie in the yoga room. At lights out, everyone
sleeps on the padded climbing floor. Volunteer supervision required.
Sessions held 1-3 PM at Norfolk County Agricultural High School,
Walpole.
Mar. 18, 8 PM-Mar. 19, 8 AM, Rock Spot Climbing, South Boston,
Reg by Feb. 18
Paddle Boarding
Outdoor Explorer
B J C S A Family
J
Explore camp through a nature walk, fire-building and playing
games. Enjoy what nature has to offer and learn how to have a great
time outside. Program questions: asvedberg@gsema.org. Volunteer
Join SUPfari Adventures for a unique outdoor water sports activity
combining standup paddle boarding, swimming, education and
adventure for girls in grades two and up and of all skill levels. Classes
are taught by Cape Cod’s only instructors trained by the American
Canoe Association, the Professional Standup Paddle Association and
the American Red Cross. Volunteer participation welcomed.
Girls and adults: $35 (Plymouth) or $30 (Brewster)
Mar. 26, 12-5 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beehive, Forest Street entrance),
June 24, 10 AM-12 PM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side),
Plymouth, Reg by June 12
July 22, 10 AM-12 PM, Upper Mill Pond, Brewster, Reg by July 3
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Girl Scouts get the gym all to themselves for the night. With fun
activities like climbing, games, obstacle courses and more, you
won’t want to sleep! All climbers need a signed waiver available at
centralrockgym.com. Adults interested in climbing, please contact
customercare@gsema.org to register and pay. To maximize the
climbing time for girls, adults will have a belaying class and will be
asked to assist. Volunteer supervision required.
Apr. 29, 7 PM-Apr. 30, 7 AM, Central Rock Gym, Randolph,
Reg by Apr. 18
May 20, 7 PM-May 21, 7 AM, Central Rock Gym, Watertown,
Reg by May 8
Painting Badge: Inspired by Art
and Nature
B
Be inspired by deCordova’s unique 30-acre sculpture park and
museum galleries. After a tour of the indoor and outdoor artwork,
you will become the artist. Create a series of paintings, including a
landscape, a “moodscape,” a painting made with natural brushes
and a collaborative mural. Volunteer supervision required.
Sessions held 1-3 PM at deCordova Sculpture Park
and Museum, Lincoln.
Mar. 26 (Reg by Mar. 13), Apr. 23 (Reg by Apr. 10)
Wondering what to bring for your overnight program, or what food is
included? You’ll get all the information you need when you receive
your program confirmation by email.
Pets Badge
B
Earn the Pets badge at the Buttonwood Park Zoo! Learn what it means
to be a good pet owner and play pet bingo to discover what different
animals require. Help the keepers care for the animals at the barn
and create an enriching environment for the animals. Volunteer
Sessions held 1-3 PM at Buttonwood Park Zoo, New Bedford.
Public Policy Badge: Make Your
Voice Heard
A
Is there an issue in your community that you care about? Discuss
issues of public policy and explore ways to make your voice heard
in the public debate. Learn how to propose your ideas to a governing
body and make your case in the Edward M. Kennedy Institute’s
Senate Chamber. Adult admission fee is waived for the required ratio
of adults to girls (available at hergirlscouts.org). Additional adults
must pay at the ticket window upon arrival. Volunteer supervision
required.
Playing the Past Badge
Mar. 11, 9:30 AM-12 PM, Edward M. Kennedy Institute, Boston,
Reg by Feb. 27
J
What was life like on an 18th century New England farm? Find out
through activities from the time period such as carding, spinning
and weaving wool. You will make a paper doll to dress in colonial
fashions, play colonial-era games and record your activities in
a diary to share with family and friends. Volunteer supervision
required.
Apr. 8, 1-4 PM, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Mar. 27
BJ
Imagine yourself in the 1800s. Would you work in the garden or bake
cornbread? What would your typical day at the historic Jackson
Homestead be like? Use a yoke and bucket, play games, and sew
your own cap. Wrap up the experience by creating a profile for your
19th century self, then explore the museum exhibits. Juniors earn
the Playing the Past badge. Brownies receive a fun patch. Volunteer
Playing the Past Overnight
J
Sessions held 1-3 PM at Jackson Homestead, Newton.
B: May 20 (Reg by May 8); J: Apr. 29 (Reg by Apr. 18)
Earn your Playing the Past badge at an overnight! Tour Plimoth
Plantation’s historic sites to meet women of the past and learn more
about their roles in native and English colonial communities. Learn
about reenacting the past, and try your hand at a colonial craft.
Dinner included. Volunteer supervision required.
BJCSA
Overnight adventures include swimming, court sports and much
more. Food is not provided, so bring your snacks, drinks and a light
breakfast. Volunteer supervision required.
J
Immediately following the presidential inauguration, learn about
women in politics and civic responsibility while decorating patriotic
cookies with the sisters of Kappa Delta. Volunteer supervision
required.
Jan. 22, 11 AM-1 PM, Northeastern University, Boston, Reg by Jan. 9
May 6, 6:30 PM-May 7, 8 AM, Raynham Athletic Club, Raynham,
Reg by Apr. 6
BJCSA
Enjoy climbing and fun games while working on team-building with
fellow Girl Scouts. Gear and instruction will be provided. All climbers
need a signed waiver available at centralrockgym.com. Volunteer
Mar. 19, 1-3 PM, Central Rock Gym, Randolph, Reg by Mar. 6
May 7, 1-3 PM, Central Rock Gym, Watertown, Reg by Apr. 24
Apr. 29, 2 PM-Apr. 30, 9 AM, Plimoth Plantation, Plymouth,
Reg by Apr. 18
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SAMPLER DAY
Saturday, April 1, Mansfield area, Register by March 6
What critters live in tide pools? Earn the Oceanography badge while
exploring the rocky shore and meeting touch tank animals at a
marine science laboratory housed in a WWII military bunker. Learn
about food webs, how waves and ocean currents shape the coast,
and how marine debris impacts ocean life, and do your part to help
by cleaning up the beach. Volunteer supervision required.
Sessions held at Northeastern University Marine Science
Center, Nahant.
D/B: May 21, 1-4 PM, Reg by May 8
J/C: Nov. 11, 1-4 PM (Reg by Oct. 31), May 7, 1-4 PM (Reg by Apr. 24)
C/S/A: Nov. 19, 9 AM-12 PM (Reg by Nov. 7), Apr. 23, 1-4 PM
(Reg by Apr. 10)
So many badges to choose from! Not sure which ones
you’d like to earn? Join us for GSEM Sampler Day to sample
badge or petal activities. If you’re bridging, you can even try
activities from the next level of Girl Scouting. See activities
you like, but already completed the badge? No problem. This
is an opportunity to boost your badge experience and get
excited about learning more.
Daisy Sampler
Join the fun and experience a day of exciting Girl Scout
activities! Groups will rotate among three petal activityfocused workshops of their choice and then be treated
to a fun performance. Volunteer supervision required.
9 AM-12 PM
Salt Marsh Science
Brownie Sampler
DBJC
What is a salt marsh? What types of living things can you find there?
Explore this coastal habitat and learn about water and soil quality
and what factors make the marsh able to support life. Discover how
salt marshes benefit humans in many ways, and help the marsh
wildlife by cleaning up any litter you find. Volunteer supervision
required.
Sessions held at Northeastern University Marine Science
Center, Nahant.
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This fun-filled day is a must-do for Brownies. Groups will
rotate among three workshops of their choice and then
be treated to a fun performance. Workshops will focus on
sampling Brownie badges such as Painting, Snacks, My Best
Self, Dancer, Letterboxer and more. Volunteer supervision
required.
9 AM-12 PM
D/B: June 11, 1-4 PM, Reg by May 29
Junior Sampler
J/C: June 3, 9 AM-12 PM, Reg by May 22
Take advantage of this opportunity to try several exciting
things in one day! Choose four workshops to boost your
experience for Junior badges such as Jeweler, Social
Butterfly, Staying Fit, Entertainment Technology and more.
To end the day, everyone will be treated to an awesome show.
Bring a bagged lunch. Volunteer supervision required.
10 AM-4 PM
Cadette, Senior, Ambassador
Sampler
Looking for a day of fun? You’ll have the opportunity to
attend four workshops of your choice to sample badges
such as Science of Style, Field Day, Troupe Performer Style,
Truth Seeker and more. Afterward, enjoy a captivating
performance. Bring a bagged lunch. Volunteer supervision
required.
10 AM-4 PM
Science After Dark Overnight at
the EcoTarium
JCS
Shed light on the nighttime world by exploring the nightlife of
science. Meet nocturnal animals, take a short night hike, and learn
about our sky and solar system. Volunteer supervision required.
Girls and adult: $57
Mar. 4, 6:30 PM-Mar. 5, 8 AM, EcoTarium, Worcester, Reg by Feb. 17
Screenwriter: What’s in the Trash?
C
Pick through a “stranger’s trashcan” and piece together crumpled
letters, movie ticket stubs and a slew of other items to earn a badge
by writing a short script or piece of fiction about the person whose
life we glimpsed in the trash. Cross your fingers that you don’t find
the smelly banana peel! Volunteer supervision required.
Reg by Feb. 27
JCSA
Ever dream of being a mermaid? Now is your chance. If you’ve
already taken our Scuba Diving program, come join the adventure.
Try diving with the mermaid suit on, be part of a scavenger hunt,
go spear fishing underwater, and test your buoyancy skills in an
underwater maze. Volunteer supervision required.
Mar. 5, 5-6:30 PM, Location TBD, Reg by Feb. 20
May 7, 5-6:30 PM, Gordon College Bennett Center, Wenham,
Reg by Apr. 24
DBJ
Make your own kit to hold your toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush
and other items needed on a sleepover or camping trip. Learn handsewing skills and how to use a sewing machine. No experience
necessary; sewing machines will be provided. You will leave with
a finished sleepover kit and sleep mask. Volunteer supervision
required.
Scribe: Jelly Belly® Reviews
J
Are you feeling brave? Sample zany Jelly Belly® flavors (red could be
strawberry—or centipede!) before putting pen to paper to write food
reviews. Then invent your own disgusting flavor and a story to go
along with it to earn a badge. Volunteer supervision required.
Mar. 11, 10 AM-12 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
Nov. 5, 9:30-11:30 AM, Sew Studio Southborough, Reg by Oct. 24
Sewing: Sling Bag
CSA
Create a fashionable sling bag for carrying all your belongings,
including a pocket for your phone. Learn hand-sewing skills and
how to use a sewing machine. No experience necessary; sewing
machines will be provided. Volunteer supervision required.
JCSA
Ever wonder what it would be like to breathe underwater? Try scuba
diving! You will spend time poolside watching a video and learning
the basics, then splash down for some scuba fun. Basic swimming
skills are helpful. Volunteer supervision required.
Mar. 5, 2-3:30 PM, 3-4:30 PM or 4-5:30 PM, Location TBD,
Reg by Feb. 20
May 7, 2-3:30 PM, 3-4:30 PM or 4-5:30 PM, Gordon College Bennett
Center, Wenham, Reg by Apr. 24
BJ
Visit Plimoth Plantation to explore the museum’s famous living
history sites. Then experience a taste of two cultures as you enjoy
a delicious dinner, followed by Wampanoag and colonial activities.
May 20, 2 PM-May 21, 9 AM, Plimoth Plantation, Plymouth,
Reg by May 8
Nov. 19, 9:30-11:30 AM, Sew Studio Southborough, Reg by Nov. 7
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Enjoy a Snorin’ Roarin’ sleepover with your favorite zoo creatures.
You’ll see them in a whole new light—the dark! Go behind-the-scenes,
play games, tell stories, enjoy special animal encounters and
zookeeper presentations, and more. Includes admission to the zoo
the day following the sleepover. Volunteer supervision required.
Sessions held 7 PM-9 AM at Franklin Park Zoo, Boston.
Apr. 8-9 (Reg by Mar. 27), May 6-7 (Reg by Apr. 24),
May 20-21 (Reg by May 1)
Social Butterfly
J
Social etiquette never goes out of style. Make a memorable
impression for all the right reasons while earning a badge. Learn the
art of conversation, table manners and how to navigate a variety of
social situations with confidence. Volunteer supervision required.
Jan. 22, 1-3 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham,
Reg by Jan. 9
Apr. 30, 3:30-5:30 PM, Camp Rice Moody, Reading, Reg by Apr. 18
Sow What?
CSA
If you’re working on the Sow What? Journey, here’s your chance to
visit a farm and see what growing and eating local organic food is all
about. We’ll tour the growing fields and learn about soil, water and
ecosystem conservation. Help with the harvest, plant garlic, try some
of the farm’s produce, and cook in an outdoor oven. Please bring a
bagged lunch and a drink. Volunteer supervision required.
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CSA
What STEM career excites you? At the fifth annual STEM
Conference and Expo, choose three workshops based on
your interests and spend the day learning and exploring
through hands-on activities.
Our dynamic workshop presenters, leaders in their STEM
fields, are excited to share their knowledge with you!
Workshops may include coding, toxicology, biochemistry
and many others. During the Expo, you will network
with representatives from Massachusetts businesses
and universities with a STEM focus. It is a fun, lively
atmosphere where you will observe live demonstrations,
participate in experiments and collect free materials.
Includes light breakfast and lunch. Open to member and
non-member girls in grades 6-12. Drop-off event.
Enter the STEM Conference patch design contest. The
winning designer will attend the STEM Conference and
Expo for free. Visit hergirlscouts.org for entry guidelines.
Congratulations to last year’s winner: Margaret Kelly Gillis.
Girls: $45
Mar. 12, 9 AM-5 PM, Sheraton Framingham Hotel,
Reg by Feb. 27
Our #TroopTuesday Facebook feature allows us to share all the fun
you’re having at programs or events. Send your troop stories to
getsocial@gsema.org.
Stirring up Science Overnight at the
EcoTarium
Teddy Bear Picnic
B
You’re invited to the GSEM Teddy Bear Picnic! Grab your favorite
stuffed animal, pack a picnic lunch, and get ready for a fun-filled day
of new friends, exciting activities and games. Daisies will complete
the Friendly and Helpful petal requirements, while Brownies
will complete requirements toward their Making Friends badge.
Bubble, spark and float your way toward your Home Scientist badge!
The exhibits and hands-on experiments will open your eyes to
the science all around you. An evening snack, planetarium show,
breakfast and a sunrise wildlife tour are included in your overnight
experience. Volunteer participation welcomed.
DB
Apr. 8, 6:30 PM-Apr. 9, 8 AM, EcoTarium, Worcester, Reg by Mar. 24
June 3, 11:30 AM-1:30 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance),
Stitch It
Teen Escape
B
CSA
Make your own doll out of a sock. Learn to thread a needle, sew on
a button and use different hand and embroidery stitches to create
your own adorable “munchkin.” Volunteer supervision required.
Spend a weekend doing what YOU want to do at camp! Choose from
a variety of workshops ranging from archery to canoeing, crafts and
cooking. At night, join us for campfires, s’mores and a dance party.
Come with your troop or as an individual Girl Scout with an adult.
This is the teen camping event of the school year! The program cost
includes breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday as well as breakfast
on Sunday. Program questions: jlenahan@gsema.org. Volunteer
Apr. 8, 9:30 AM-12 PM, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Mar. 27
JCSA
May 12, 4 PM-May 14, 10 AM, Camp Runels, Pelham, NH,
Reg by May 1
Practice basic skills, such as ballet legs and pop-ups, and even create
a routine. The nationally ranked ANA Synchro team athletes and
coaches will be leading the fun, and parents are welcome to stay and
watch. Each swimmer will need goggles, a swim cap, a swim suit
and a towel. Swimmers must be able to swim 25 yards. Volunteer
CSA
D B J C S A Family
Girls and adults: free
Date and Time TBD, Andover/North Andover YMCA, Andover
Join the nationally ranked ANA Synchro team for its annual show.
The team will amaze you with precision moves and water acrobatics!
The afternoon begins with a meet-and-greet where team members
and the head coach will share some of their synchro experiences
and show off their sensational, sparkly performance suits. Then, it’s
on to the pool for the show. Volunteer supervision required.
Date and Time TBD, Andover/North Andover YMCA, Andover
Oct. 20, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham,
Reg by Oct. 6
Oct. 25, Middleboro Service Center, Reg by Oct. 11
Love to travel? Join girls from all over eastern Massachusetts for
trips throughout New England and beyond. You will plan what to
do and where to go in monthly meetings, then head north, south,
east or west for adventure. Information nights will be hosted by
girls who participated over the last two years, and questions will
be answered by the adult leadership team. Program questions:
jlenahan@gsema.org. Volunteer supervision required.
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D B J C S A Family
This will be the first meeting of our two-year girl-led travel program.
The group will determine a schedule at the first meeting. The onetime cost covers small trips throughout New England and you will
earn money to help cover the cost of a bigger trip in 2018! Monthly
dues will help supplement bigger trips, and families will also need to
contribute to trip expenses. If you have any questions, please email
jlenahan@gsema.org. Drop-off event.
Learn about whales, then set sail to try spotting them in their natural
habitat! Hold a whale bone to see how a whale skeleton differs from
ours, and learn how whales stay warm in the cold North Atlantic.
View a model of Stellwagen Bank and discover why whales return
here annually. Discuss conservation efforts and what you can do to
help whales. Trip length is based on the whales’ location. Volunteer
Girls: $60
Oct. 30, 1-4 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Great Hall, Beaver Street entrance),
Waltham, Reg by Oct. 16
May 21, 1-5:30 PM, 7 Seas Whale Watch, Gloucester, Reg by May 8
Wheelock Family Theatre
C
D B J C S A Family
Explore the biology of trees while making art from and about them
in deCordova’s unique 30-acre sculpture park. After a tour of various
species and the sculptures they’ve inspired, you’ll become an artist
naturalist. Make arts and crafts from tree parts, then design your
own community tree garden. Volunteer supervision required.
Sessions held 3:30-5:30 PM at deCordova Sculpture Park and
Museum, Lincoln.
Apr. 9 (Reg by Mar. 27), May 7 (Reg by Apr. 24)
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All performances at Wheelock Family Theatre, Boston.
Includes pre-show drama workshop if minimum number
of girls is met. Volunteer participation welcomed.
Akeelah and the Bee
A is for Akeelah! Akeelah is an independent, 11-year-old girl
with a razor-sharp mind and an aptitude for spelling. Her
courage and tenacity inspire the people of her neighborhood
and might just take her all the way from the Chicago projects
to the finals of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Oct. 22 or Oct. 23, 1:45-5:30 PM, Reg by Oct. 11
Troop camping at its finest! Choose from activities including archery,
arts and crafts, and canoeing. On Friday night, enjoy s’mores around
the campfire. On Saturday night, hang out with friends while playing
games and making crafts. Bring your own food supplies to cook over
a campfire. Program questions: jlenahan@gsema.org. Volunteer
June 2, 4 PM-June 4, 10 AM, Camp Menotomy, Meredith, NH,
Reg by May 21
Billy Elliot
B is for Billy! Billy Elliot is the inspirational story of a young
boy’s struggle against the odds to make his dream come
true. Set in a northern English mining town against the
background of the 1984 miners’ strike, follow Billy as he
stumbles out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class, where
he discovers a passion for dance that inspires his family and
community... and changes his life forever.
Jan. 28 or Jan. 29, 1:45-5:30 PM, Reg by Jan. 17
BJ
Charlotte’s Web
Want to uncover the ultimate beach treasure? Learn how to find
steamer clams, live conches, moon snails, cute fiddler crabs or
maybe even a whale bone. Every low tide reveals a different find—
see what secrets are out there for you! You must be comfortable
walking at least one mile in the sand. Volunteer supervision
required.
C is for Charlotte! Charlotte the extraordinary spider works
a miracle with her web to save Wilbur the irresistible young
pig – a tale of friendship and loyalty, adapted from the bestselling children’s paperback of all time by beloved author
E.B. White.
Apr. 15 or Apr. 16, 1:45-5:30 PM, Reg by Mar. 27
May 20, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, Wingaersheek Beach, Gloucester,
Reg by May 8
Wildly Delicious
CSA
What if you had to survive in the wild without food? New England is
a great place to discover nutritious and tasty wild food, and a lot of it
is easy to find and identify safely. Go on a foraging hike, hear about
Native American legends and plant folklore, and learn how to cook
and eat plants. Please note: food found during the hike will not be
consumed. Volunteer supervision required.
May 13, 1-3 PM, Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street entrance), Waltham,
Reg by May 1
June 3, 1-3 PM, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by May 22
Winter Explorers
BJCSA
Chase those winter blues away by exploring camp on foot or
by snowshoe. Learn how to make your way through the winter
wilderness. Price includes facilitator, snowshoes, and hot
chocolate at the end of your adventure. Program questions:
Sessions held 9-11 AM, 12-2 PM, or 3-5 PM.
Jan. 21 or Jan. 22, Camp Runels, Pelham, NH, Reg by Jan. 7
Jan. 28 or Jan. 29, Camp Maude Eaton, Andover, Reg by Jan. 14
Feb. 4 or Feb. 5, Camp Cedar Hill (Beehive, Forest Street entrance),
Waltham, Reg by Jan. 21
Feb. 11 or Feb. 12, Camp Runels, Pelham, NH, Reg by Jan. 27
CSA
Girls: $400
Feb. 20, 1 PM-Feb. 24, 4 PM, Camp Wabasso, Bradford, NH,
Reg by Feb. 10
DBJ
Come to Lil’ Folk Farm and spend time with animals in the petting
area, feeding goats, sheep, rabbits, chickens and a llama, or holding a
bunny or a chicken. Go on a pony ride, and learn to lead an alpaca or
a pony. Volunteer supervision required.
May 7, 3-5 PM, Lil’ Folk Farm, Holliston, Reg by Apr. 24
Zip Away
CSA
Climb up to a platform 30 feet in the air and soar down our zip line,
encouraged by the support and teamwork of your fellow Girl Scouts.
Safety note: You will be in a harness, attached to a belay rope and
wearing a helmet. Program questions: ohowry@gsema.org. Volunteer
Oct. 16, 1-3 PM or 4-6 PM, Camp Wind-in-the-Pines (resident side),
Plymouth, Reg by Oct. 2
Get the most out of your winter vacation week at Camp Wabasso!
Spend two days downhill skiing or snowboarding and an evening
of tubing at a local ski resort with other teens. Back at camp, enjoy
cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hanging out by the campfire
and other activities. All lodging, equipment rentals, lessons, food
and transportation from Waltham are included. Program questions:
asvedberg@gsema.org. Drop-off event.
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Zoologist
Zoologist Critter Camp-In
at Buttonwood Park Zoo
CSA
Earn the Animal Helpers or Voice for Animals badge! Learn about
the animals’ daily activities and the history of animals on a working
farm. Explore how animals are able to help humans, and debate
animal issues to reach a policy decision. Ambassadors will receive a
fun patch. Volunteer supervision required.
BJ
Spend the night at Buttonwood Park Zoo and learn about different
zoo jobs. Help make items that enrich the lives of the animals, and
find out how you can play your part in the conservation of local
species. Volunteer supervision required.
Apr. 30, 10 AM-12 PM, Buttonwood Park Zoo, New Bedford,
Reg by Apr. 18
Sessions held 6 PM-9 AM at Buttonwood Park Zoo, New Bedford.
Apr. 29-30 (Reg by Mar. 29), May 20-21 (Reg by May 8)
Our council has beautiful camp properties that offer after-school and
weekend programs, and are available for rent by Girl Scouts and other
groups. Contact camp@gsema.org for more information.
Why wait ‘til summer for
your next outdoor adventure?
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Experience camp and meet new friends
during April vacation week at Camp Cedar
Hill, Waltham. Come for a day or two—or
the whole week—to try exciting programs
for your age level!
Themes for girls in grades K-5 to include: Art
Explosion, Paws and Claws, Ooey Gooey Fun and
Camp Sampler.
Back by popular demand! Teen Adventures for girls
in grades 6-8. Four days of fun and a field trip each
day! Field trips will be announced in January!
Learn more about
April Vacation Camp:
hercamp.org
Sign her up for a year
of fun and adventure!
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GIRL LEADERSHIP AWARDS
We know you have great ideas—ones that can change the world—and that
you’re more than ready to work hard to put those ideas into action. Girl leadership
awards recognize your dedication and commitment to serving your community.
Three Awards. One Life-Changing Experience.
Girl Scouting’s highest awards—the Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards—are your chance to make a lasting
difference in your community and beyond.
This free orientation prepares Juniors to brainstorm, develop and implement a successful Bronze Award project, and teaches adults how
best to support them. Learn about the optional Bronze Award project pre-approval process. One adult per troop must attend. Parents and
caregivers are welcome. Prerequisites: Complete one Junior Journey, including a Take Action project.
Date & Time
Location
Reg by
Date & Time
Location
Reg by
Oct. 15, 9:30-11:30 AM
Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver
Street entrance), Waltham
Oct. 8
Feb. 11, 10 AM-12 PM
Feb. 4
Oct. 29, 10 AM-12 PM
Oct. 15
Feb. 18, 9:30-11:30 AM
or 12:30-2:30 PM
Core Learning Day
(northern area)
Feb. 11
Nov. 6, 1:30-3 PM
Marlborough Best Western,
Marlborough
Oct. 25
Feb. 25, 10 AM-12 PM
Middleboro Service Center
Feb. 18
Camp Wind-in-the-Pines
(EDC Science Center),
Plymouth
Nov. 26
Mar. 11, 9:30-11:30 AM
or 12:30-2:30 PM
Core Learning Day
(southern area)
Mar. 4
Dec. 3, 10 AM-12 PM
Apr. 2, 1-3 PM
Camp Maude Eaton, Andover
Mar. 26
Aug. 10, 6-8 PM
Aug. 3
Jan. 7, 10 AM-12 PM
Dec. 31
This free orientation prepares Cadettes to brainstorm, develop and implement a successful Silver Award project, and teaches adults how best
to support them. Learn about the optional Silver Award project pre-approval process. One adult per troop must attend. Parents and caregivers
are welcome. Prerequisites: Complete one Cadette Journey, including a Take Action project.
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Date & Time
Location
Reg by
Date & Time
Location
Reg by
Oct. 15, 12:30-2:30 PM
Oct. 8
Feb. 18, 9:30-11:30 AM
or 12:30-2:30 PM
Core Learning Day
(northern area)
Feb. 11
Oct. 19, 6-8 PM
Oct. 12
Feb. 25, 1-3 PM
Feb. 18
Marlborough Best Western,
Marlborough
Oct. 30
Mar. 11, 9:30-11:30 AM
or 12:30-2:30 PM
Core Learning Day
(southern area)
Mar. 4
Nov. 6, 3:15-4:45 PM
Apr. 2, 3:30- 5:30 PM
Mar. 26
Dec. 3, 1-3 PM
(EDC Science Center),
Plymouth
Nov. 26
May 3, 6-8 PM
Apr. 26
Jan. 7, 1-3 PM
Jan. 1
Aug. 8, 6-8 PM
Aug. 1
Feb. 11, 1-3 PM
Feb. 4
Date & Time
Location
Reg by
Oct. 29, 1-3 PM
Camp Cedar Hill
(Beaver Street entrance), Waltham
Oct. 17
Nov. 11, 6-8 PM
Oct. 12
Dec. 2, 6-8 PM
Nov. 25
Jan. 11, 6-8 PM
Online
Jan. 9
Mar. 24, 6-8 PM
(EDC Science Center), Plymouth
Mar. 17
May 21, 2-4 PM,
May 14
June 17, 2-4 PM
Camp Cedar Hill
(Beaver Street entrance) Waltham
June 5
July 18, 6-8 PM
Online
July 16
Photo © Randy H. Goodman
This free two-hour orientation prepares Seniors and Ambassadors
to brainstorm, develop and implement a successful Gold Award
project, and teaches adults how best to support them. Gold Award
orientation is mandatory, and projects require council approval.
One adult is encouraged to attend with each troop/girl. Parents
are welcome. Prerequisites: Complete one Senior or Ambassador
Journey, including a Take Action project.
Gold Awardees at the Centennial Celebration at the Massachusetts State
House in June 2016.
NATIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARDS
Gold Award Proposal or Final Report Deadlines
Forms are due by 5 PM on the following dates:
Sept. 30, Nov. 4, Jan. 6, Feb. 24, Apr. 28, June 2
GSEM recommends submitting forms earlier to allow time
for feedback.
Gold Award Interview Dates (subject to change)
Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors are eligible to earn
national leadership awards.
Torch Awards
The Silver and Gold Torch Awards recognize a Girl Scout who
acts as a leader in her community for a full term. Prerequisite:
Complete one level of an appropriate Journey.
Middleboro: Oct. 18, Nov. 18, Jan. 25, Mar. 5, May 9, June 21
Community Service Bars
Waltham: Oct. 16, Nov. 16, Jan. 21, Mar. 6, May 7, June 19
A Community Service Bar indicates that a Girl Scout is
making a difference in her community and practicing the
values of the Girl Scout Law. Host agencies require council
approval. For information regarding council approval, email
customercare@gsema.org.
North Andover: Oct. 22, Nov. 13, Jan. 28, Mar. 4, May 13, June 18
Priority for May dates is given to girls seeking to make their final
award presentation.
Please join us at the Massachusetts State House to honor our 2016-17
Gold Awardees. Honorees attend at no cost and may invite guests
for a fee. The event includes a ceremony with special guests to
recognize the girls and their accomplishments, a reception with light
refreshments and Gold Award project displays. Honorees will receive
a personalized invitation. Registration opens April 2017.
Gold Awardees: Free, Guests: $25
June 12, 2–5 PM, Massachusetts State House, Boston, Reg by May 29
For questions about the Bronze or Silver Award, please email
For questions about the Gold Award, please email
mygoldaward@gsema.org.
Service to Girl Scouting Bars
A Girl Scout can receive the Service to Girl Scouting Bar by
volunteering at least 20 hours for the Girl Scout organization.
If you are interested in volunteering at a GSEM office, email
Read more about these awards and their requirements
in The Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting. For questions
about the national leadership awards, email
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VOLUNTEER LEARNING AND ENRICHMENT
Getting Started
Volunteers, we are committed to helping you succeed, and believe that learning and developing new skills
are integral to the Girl Scout experience—and not just for girls! Training opportunities listed here represent
only a portion of our full calendar. Visit hergirlscouts.org for the most up-to-date information.
Volunteer Learning
Opportunities
Troop Volunteer Core Learning Requirements
• Girl Scouting 101............................................................... 60
Safety Activity Checkpoints
When preparing for any activity with girls, start by
reading the Girl Scout Safety Activity Checkpoints.
To access these activity-specific guidelines, click
on Forms and Documents under the Volunteer tab
at hergirlscouts.org and search for “safety activity
checkpoint.”
• Troop Pathway Orientation ...........................................61
• Essentials (level-specific) ............................................. 62
Safety and Specialized Volunteer Training
• First Aid and CPR Training ........................................... 63
• Camping Training – Tent or Lodge ............................ 64
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• Encampment Director Training ................................. 64
• Troop Travel ....................................................................... 65
• Archery Training ............................................................. 65
• High Award Orientation ................................................ 65
Regional Events and Enrichment
• GSEM 2016 Volunteer Conference ............................. 66
• Core Learning Days ......................................................... 66
• Regional Delegate Meetings ......................................... 66
• Volunteer Recognition ................................................... 66
• Wednesday Webinars .....................................................67
Volunteer Essentials
Updated annually, Volunteer Essentials is the
number one go-to resource for volunteers. It
contains important information about working
with girls, financing activities, following safety
guidelines and more. Find Volunteer Essentials by
visiting hergirlscouts.org and clicking on Forms.
Learning Requirements for
Troop Volunteers
At least one fully trained volunteer must be present at each
troop meeting or outing. Therefore, at least one volunteer
from each troop must complete the following three sessions
as part of the Core Learning Plan for Troop Volunteers:
• Girl Scouting 101 — online, 40 minutes
• Troop Pathway Orientation — 2 hours
• Level-specific Essentials (Daisy, Brownie or Junior) —
2 hours
Girl Scouting 101
Required for new troop volunteers.
This online course introduces volunteers to the Girl Scout
Leadership Experience, Journey resources, The Girl’s Guide
to Girl Scouting, cookie sales, safety guidelines and more.
A prerequisite for attending Troop Pathway Orientation.
Online session: 40 minutes
Visit: training.girlscouts.org Password: aboutGS101
Offered in English and en español.
Adults: free
Note: Prior to registering for training, all volunteers
must be registered and have completed a criminal
background screening process.
Troop Pathway Orientation
REQUIRED FOR NEW TROOP VOLUNTEERS.
This free orientation takes new troop volunteers through the 10 most frequently asked questions about
starting a troop. Learn about membership requirements, meeting locations, troop bank accounts,
strategies for involving girls’ families, safety requirements, start-up costs, uniforms and the online
Volunteer Toolkit for grades K-5.
Prerequisite: Must be a registered volunteer and have completed a criminal background screening process.
Date
Time
Location
Reg by
Date
Oct. 3
10 AM-12 PM
Andover
Sept. 29
Feb. 14
Oct. 4
7-9 PM
Waltham
Sept. 30
Feb. 18
Oct. 5
10 AM-12 PM
Middleboro
Sept. 30
Oct. 15
10 AM-12 PM
Waltham
Oct. 10
Feb. 27
Oct. 18
6:30-8:30 PM
Brewster area
Oct. 13
Oct. 20
6:30-8:30 PM
Somerville area
Oct. 15
Oct. 20
7-9 PM
Andover
Oct. 15
Oct. 26
10 AM-12 PM
Waltham
Oct. 21
7-9 PM
Middleboro
Oct. 22
Oct. 31
6:30-8:30 PM
Newburyport area
Oct. 26
Nov. 6
10 AM-12 PM
Marlborough
Oct. 30
Nov. 9
7-9 PM
Andover
Nov. 4
Nov. 11
10 AM-12 PM
Middleboro
Nov. 6
Nov. 14
10 AM-12 PM
Andover
Nov. 9
Nov. 16
7-9 PM
Waltham
Nov. 11
Nov. 17
6:30-8:30 PM
Dorchester area
Oct. 12
Nov. 18
6:30-8:30 PM
Franklin area
Nov. 13
Nov. 29
7-9 PM
Middleboro
Nov. 24
Nov. 30
6:30-8:30 PM
Roslindale area
Nov. 25
Nov. 30
6:30-8:30 PM
Littleton area
Nov. 25
Dec. 1
7-9 PM
Andover
Nov. 28
Dec. 5
6:30-8:30 PM
Boston area
Nov. 30
Dec. 5
6:30-8:30 PM
Hingham area
Nov. 30
Dec. 13
7-9 PM
Waltham
Dec. 8
Dec. 15
6:30-8:30 PM
Saugus area
Dec. 10
Dec. 20
10 AM-12 PM
Middleboro
Dec. 15
Jan. 5
10 AM-12 PM
Waltham
Jan. 1
Jan. 10
6:30-8:30 PM
Mashpee area
Jan. 5
Jan. 19
10 AM-12 PM
Andover
Jan. 14
Jan. 25
7-9 PM
Middleboro
Jan. 20
Jan. 30
6:30-8:30 PM
Milton area
Jan. 25
Feb. 1
7-9 PM
Waltham
Jan. 27
Feb. 6
7-9 PM
Andover
Feb. 1
Location
Reg by
10 AM-12 PM
Middleboro
Feb. 9
10 AM-12 PM
Core Learning Day
(northern area)
Feb. 13
6:30-8:30 PM
Beverly area
Feb. 22
Mar. 1
6:30-8:30 PM
Brookline area
Feb. 24
Mar. 2
10 AM-12 PM
Waltham
Feb. 24
Mar. 7
6:30-8:30 PM
Dartmouth area
Mar. 2
Mar. 11
10 AM-12 PM
Core Learning Day
(southern area)
Mar. 6
Mar. 14
7-9 PM
Middleboro
Mar. 9
Mar. 23
10 AM-12 PM
Andover
Mar. 18
Mar. 31
6:30-8:30 PM
Westwood area
Mar. 26
Apr. 5
10 AM-12 PM
Middleboro
Mar. 31
Apr. 10
7-9 PM
Waltham
Apr. 5
Apr. 25
7-9 PM
Andover
Apr. 20
May 1
7-9 PM
Middleboro
Apr. 26
May 9
10 AM-12 PM
Waltham
May 4
May 25
10 AM-12 PM
Andover
May 20
June 6
7-9 PM
Andover
June 1
June 16
10 AM-12 PM
Middleboro
June 11
June 22
7-9 PM
Waltham
June 17
July 13
10 AM-12 PM
Andover area
July 8
July 18
10 AM-12 PM
Waltham
July 13
July 24
7-9 PM
Middleboro
July 19
Aug. 3
10 AM-12 PM
Middleboro
July 29
Aug. 15
6:30-8:30 PM
Bedford area
Aug. 10
Aug. 24
6:30-8:30 PM
Barnstable area
Aug. 19
Aug. 28
7-9 PM
Andover
Aug. 23
Aug. 30
7-9 PM
Waltham
Aug. 25
Sept. 8
10 AM-12 PM
Andover
Sept. 3
Sept. 11
10 AM-12 PM
Waltham
Sept. 6
Sept. 14
6:30-8:30 PM
Reading area
Sept. 9
Sept. 19
6:30-8:30 PM
Roxbury area
Sept. 14
Sept. 27
7-9 PM
Middleboro
Sept. 22
Oct. 27
Time
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Daisy Essentials
Brownie Essentials
REQUIRED FOR NEW TROOP VOLUNTEERS.
REQUIRED FOR NEW BROWNIE TROOP VOLUNTEERS.
Prerequisites: Girl Scouting 101, Troop Pathway Orientation
Discover the fundamentals of leading a Daisy troop, including
the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and The Girl’s Guide to Girl
Scouting. Learn about Journeys, Daisy petals and how to incorporate
the online Volunteer Toolkit into meeting planning.
Discover the fundamentals of leading a Brownie troop, including
the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and The Girl’s Guide to
Girl Scouting. Learn about Journeys, Brownie badges and how to
incorporate the online Volunteer Toolkit into meeting planning.
Adults: free
Adults: free
Date
Time
Location
Reg by
Date
Time
Location
Reg by
Oct. 15
1-3 PM
Waltham
Oct. 8
Oct. 6
7-9 PM
Waltham
Sept. 29
Oct. 18
7-9 PM
Waltham
Oct. 11
Oct. 15
1-3 PM
Waltham
Oct. 8
Oct. 24
10 AM-12 PM
Middleboro
Oct. 17
Oct. 31
10 AM-12 PM
Andover
Oct. 24
Oct. 24
6:30-8:30 PM
Boston area
Oct. 17
Nov. 6
10 AM-12 PM
Marlborough
Oct. 25
Oct. 25
7-9 PM
Andover
Oct. 18
Nov. 15
7-9 PM
Andover
Nov. 8
Nov. 6
10 AM-12 PM
Marlborough
Oct. 25
Nov. 29
10 AM-12 PM
Waltham
Nov. 22
Nov. 10
7-9 PM
Middleboro
Nov. 3
Dec. 12
7-9 PM
Andover
Dec. 5
Nov. 21
10 AM-12 PM
Andover
Nov. 14
Feb. 7
6:30-8:30 PM
Sandwich area
Jan. 30
Nov. 21
6:30-8:30 PM
Boston area
Nov. 14
Feb. 18
1-3 PM
Feb. 11
Dec. 2
10 AM-12 PM
Middleboro
Nov. 26
Core Learning Day
(northern area)
Dec. 5
6:30-8:30 PM
Barnstable area
Nov. 28
Mar. 11
1-3 PM
Core Learning Day
(southern area)
Mar. 4
Dec. 8
7-9 PM
Andover
Dec. 1
Mar. 20
7-9 PM
Waltham
Mar. 13
Dec. 19
7-9 PM
Waltham
Dec. 12
Feb. 2
10 AM-12 PM
Waltham
Jan. 26
Feb. 18
1-3 PM
Core Learning Day
(northern area)
Feb. 11
Feb. 28
10 AM-12 PM
Andover
Feb. 21
Mar. 11
1-3 PM
Core Learning Day
(southern area)
Mar. 4
Mar. 28
7-9 PM
Andover
Mar. 21
Apr. 7
10 AM-12 PM
Middleboro
Mar. 31
Apr. 13
10 AM-12 PM
Waltham
Apr. 6
May 4
7-9 PM
Middleboro
Apr. 27
May 16
10 AM-12 PM
Andover
May 9
June 1
6:30-8:30 PM
Danvers area
May 27
Mar. 15
7-9 PM
Andover
Mar. 8
June 14
7-9 PM
Waltham
June 7
Mar. 16
7-9 PM
Middleboro
Mar. 9
July 10
7-9 PM
Middleboro
July 3
Apr. 3
6:30-8:30 PM
Saugus area
Mar. 27
July 31
6:30-8:30 PM
Canton area
July 24
Apr. 27
6:30-8:30 PM
Wellesley area
Apr. 20
Aug. 4
10 AM-12 PM
Middleboro
July 28
May 11
6:30-8:30 PM
Sandwich area
May 4
Aug. 14
6:30-8:30 PM
Chelmsford area
Aug. 7
May 23
6:30-8:30 PM
Boxford area
May 16
Aug. 23
10 AM-12 PM
Andover
Aug 16
June 12
6:30-8:30 PM
Plymouth area
June 5
Sept. 5
7-9 PM
Andover
Aug. 29
July 20
6:30-8:30 PM
Mansfield area
July 13
Sept. 13
6:30-8:30 PM
Pembroke area
Sept. 6
July 26
7-9 PM
Waltham
July 19
Sept. 14
6:30-8:30 PM
Burlington area
Sept. 14
June 28
6:30-8:30 PM
Acton area
June 28
Sept. 18
10 AM-12 PM
Waltham
Sept. 18
Aug. 7
6:30-8:30 PM
Reading area
July 31
Sept. 26
10 AM-12 PM
Middleboro
Sept. 19
Aug. 17
6:30-8:30 PM
Hopkinton area
Aug. 10
Aug. 22
10 AM-12 PM
Waltham
Aug. 15
Aug. 29
7-9 PM
Middleboro
Aug. 22
Sept. 6
10 AM-12 PM
Middleboro
Aug. 30
Sept. 12
6:30-8:30 PM
Quincy area
Sept. 5
Sept. 25
7-9 PM
Waltham
Sept. 18
Sept. 29
7-9 PM
Andover
Sept. 22
MEDIC First Aid and CPR Blended
Learning
Junior Essentials
REQUIRED FOR JUNIOR TROOP VOLUNTEERS.
Learn to guide and mentor Juniors as they develop leadership
skills. Develop strategies to promote a girl-led environment and
successfully implement Journeys and badges for a well-rounded and
fun experience. Also covered: the online Volunteer Toolkit, behavior
management, girl-led planning and additional awards.
This course is offered in two parts: an online program and a handson skills session with an instructor. The online portion must be
completed prior to the in-person session, and both portions must
be completed for certification. Certification is valid for two years.
Course fee includes take-home resource book, keychain CPR mask
and certification card.
Adults: $60
Adults: free
Date
Time
Location
Reg by
Oct. 15
1-3 PM
Waltham
Oct. 7
Nov. 6
10 AM-12 PM
Marlborough
Oct. 30
Nov. 30
7-9 PM
Andover
Nov. 23
Date
Time
Location
Reg by
Oct. 15
8:30 AM-12:30 PM
Waltham
Oct. 8
Oct. 15
1-5 PM
Waltham
Oct. 8
Nov. 6
1:30-4:30 PM
Marlborough
Oct. 30
Feb. 18
8:30 AM-12:30 PM
Core Learning Day
(northern area)
Feb. 11
Feb. 18
1-5 PM
Core Learning Day
(northern area)
Feb. 11
Mar. 11
8:30 AM-12:30 PM
Core Learning Day
(southern area)
Mar. 4
7-9 PM
Middleboro
Nov. 30
Feb. 13
7-9 PM
Waltham
Feb. 6
Feb. 18
1-3 PM
Core Learning Day
(northern area)
Feb. 11
Mar. 8
7-9 PM
Andover
Mar. 1
Mar. 11
1-3 PM
Core Learning Day
(southern area)
Mar. 4
Mar. 11
1-5 PM
Core Learning Day
(southern area)
Mar. 4
Mar. 30
6:30-8:30 PM
Maynard area
Mar. 23
Apr. 1
9 AM-1 PM
Mansfield
Mar. 24
Apr. 24
6:30-8:30 PM
Carver area
Apr. 17
May 2
7-9 PM
Waltham
Apr. 25
June 19
7-9 PM
Middleboro
June 12
July 27
6:30-8:30 PM
Rowley area
July 20
Aug. 24
7-9 PM
Waltham
Aug. 17
Sept. 28
7-9 PM
Middleboro
Sept. 21
MEDIC First Aid and CPR
Recertification
This course is for those whose First Aid and CPR certifications are
about to expire or have expired within 30 days of the listed session.
Recertification is valid for two years. Course fee includes take home
resource book, keychain CPR mask and certification card.
Adults: $30
First Aid and CPR
Requirements
At least one troop volunteer should be certified in First
Aid and CPR. Consult GSEM’s Volunteer Essentials
and Safety Activity Checkpoints for activities that
require standard first aid and/or wilderness first aid
training. MEDIC sessions cover: adult/child/infant
CPR, AED and basic first aid. We continue to add in
MEDIC sessions throughout the membership year.
Visit the Activities section of hergirlscouts.org for
the most up-to-date calendar. Currently certified
volunteers may be exempted by providing us with a
copy of your license. Email license/certification copy
to customercare@gsema.org.
Date
Time
Location
Reg by
Oct. 15
8:30-11:30 AM
Waltham
Oct. 8
Oct. 15
12:30-3:30 PM
Waltham
Oct. 8
Nov. 6
10 AM-12 PM
Marlborough
Oct. 30
Feb. 18
8:30-11:30 AM or
12:30-3:30 PM
Core Learning Day
(northern area)
Feb. 11
Mar. 11
8:30-11:30 AM or
12:30-3:30 PM
Core Learning Day
(southern area)
Mar. 4
Apr. 1
10 AM-1 PM
Mansfield
Mar. 24
Dec. 7
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TROOP & GROUP CAMPING TRAININGS
Troop camping requires one adult who has completed Troop Camping Skills training and at least one
other adult certified in First Aid and CPR. First Aid and CPR certification is offered as a separate training.
Camping training is offered during a limited timeframe in the spring and fall. We recommend taking
camping training a full six weeks prior to camping with girls. Visit the Activities tab at hergirlscouts.org for
additional Troop Camping Skills training. Dates for spring 2017 will be posted in January 2017.
Troop Camping Skills—Tent
Troop Camping Skills—Lodge
Completion of this overnight course enables participants to take
troops camping in tents, cabins or lodges, on council-sponsored
Brownie Camping and Junior Camping programs, or on town
encampments. Explore ways to ensure a girl-led experience, safety
and risk management, packing tips, fire-building, menu planning
and outdoor cooking. Pre-course work required.
Completion of this course enables participants to take troops
camping in lodges or cabins, or to attend town lodge encampments
and council-sponsored Brownie Camping. A “lodge” is any building
with a stove and flush toilets. Explore ways to ensure a girl-led
experience, safety and risk management, packing tips, menu
planning and outdoor cooking. Pre-course work required.
Adults: $25
Adults: $20
Date & Time
Location
Reg by
Date & Time
Location
Reg by
Sept. 10, 10 AM-Sept. 11, 12 PM
Waltham
Sept. 3
Oct. 15, 10 AM-6 PM
Waltham
Oct. 8
Sept. 17, 10 AM-Sept. 18, 12 PM
Brewster
Sept. 11
Oct. 1, 10 AM-Oct. 2, 12 PM
Plymouth
Sept. 25
Encampment Director Training
(Online)
REQUIRED FOR COORDINATORS OF SERVICE UNITS OR
LARGE GROUP CAMP EXPERIENCES.
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Prerequisites: Past participation in one encampment, Brownie
Camping or Junior Camping program, and Troop Camping
Skills—Tent. Encampment Directors must also be First Aid and
CPR certified.
Covers encampment director requirements and responsibilities
including: assessing service unit readiness, planning timelines,
safety policies and procedures, girl-led planning, program ideas and
property information. Complete nine months prior to encampment.
Adults: free
Date
Time
Reg by
Nov. 16
6:30-8:30 PM
Nov. 14
Jan. 21
10 AM-12 PM
Jan. 18
Mar. 14
6:30-8:30 PM
Mar. 10
Grants for Volunteers
Financial assistance is not just for girls. For
information about financial assistance for
volunteers, email programfinancialaid@gsema.org
or call 774-766-6910.
Archery Training
Troop Travel and Extended Trips
Girls love to travel and have opportunities to fund their own
adventures and make their own plans. Girl Scouts is the
perfect way to make it happen, however, there is a lot of safety
information adults need to know. An extended trip is defined
as any domestic trip three nights or longer (unless it is a
three-night trip with one night being a federal holiday) or any
international trip. These trips require prior council approval.
For assistance with planning and obtaining council approval,
please contact our safety team at safety@gsema.org, or our
customer care team at customercare@gsema.org.
Learn archery range set-up, safety, rules, procedures, commands
and how to teach the basic form. There is a final one-hour written
exam. Passing the exam (75% or better) and the practical skills
component will certify you as a USA Level 1 Instructor. Program
questions: asvedberg@gsema.org.
Adults: $40
Date & Time
Location
Reb by
Oct. 1, 9 AM-4 PM
Camp Runels, Pelham, NH
Sept. 24
Oct. 1, 9 AM-4 PM
Camp Favorite, Brewster
Sept. 24
Nov. 20, 9 AM-4 PM
(resident side), Plymouth
Nov. 10
HIGH AWARD ORIENTATION
These abbreviated online orientation sessions are for adults who will be working directly with girls to
help them understand the Bronze or Silver Award process. The orientation will cover award expectations,
including group size and leadership roles, sustainability, and the difference between community service
and Take Action projects. Girls should attend an in-person orientation where they will gain hands-on
experience in planning a High Award project.
Silver Award Orientation:
Online for Adults
Adults: free
Adults: free
Jan. 19, 6:30-7:30 PM, Online, Reg by Jan. 13
Jan. 25, 6:30-7:30 PM, Online, Reg by Jan. 23
June 21, 6:30-7:30 PM, Online, Reg by June 19
June 28, 6:30-7:30 PM, Online, Reg by June 26
Volunteer Training by Request
No session near you? Volunteer Services will work with you to bring training
opportunities (excluding troop camping) to your community.
To request a session, gather a minimum of 10 people from your area,
determine the venue, date and time, complete a Training by Request form (visit
hergirlscouts.org and click on Forms) and submit it to customercare@gsema.org.
Bronze Award Orientation:
Online for Adults
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hergirlscouts.org
EVENTS
Girl Scouts of Eastern
Massachusetts
2016 Volunteer Conference
Open to all volunteers including service unit team members,
new and experienced troop volunteers, council facilitators,
regional delegates and adult Girl Scout members. Required
trainings, workshops, enrichments, vendor tables and
networking offered throughout the day. Leave energized with
new ideas and new friendships, plus tips and tools to make
your 2016-17 troop year the best one yet!
Pre-registration is required. Registered attendees will
receive a $10 in-person coupon for use at GSEM shops. Visit
hergirlscouts.org for more event details including schedule
and workshop descriptions.
Adults: $10, lunch included
Nov. 6, 8 AM-5 PM Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel and
Conference Center, Marlborough, Reg by Oct. 30
Fun Spot
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While the adults are at the Volunteer Conference,
girls can spend the day with other Girl Scouts
having tons of fun: participating in arts and crafts,
sports and games, STEM activities and more. Adults
required to register for conference and stay on site.
Regional Delegate Meetings
Join GSEM at the twice-annual regional delegate meetings to discuss
council business and learn about council governance. All delegates
are required to attend two sessions to represent their region, either
in person or online. Pre-registration is required and open to all
members age 14 and older. New delegates are being sought for a
three-year term beginning with the 2016-17 membership year. The
nomination deadline is Nov. 2016. See hergirlscouts.org for details.
Adults and girls 14 years or older: free
Date & Time
Location
Reg by
Nov. 12, 10 AM-12 PM
Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street
entrance), Waltham
Nov. 5
Nov. 14, 7-8:30 PM
Nov. 7
Nov. 15, 7-8:30 PM
Nov. 8
Nov. 17, 7-8:30 PM
Online
Nov. 15
Mar. 11, 10 AM-12 PM
Camp Cedar Hill (Beaver Street
entrance), Waltham
Mar. 4
Mar. 13, 7-8:30 PM
Mar. 6
Mar. 16, 7-8:30 PM
Online
Mar. 10
Regional Delegate Retreat and
New Delegate Training
Jan. 21, 9 AM-12 PM, Waltham, Reg by Jan. 7
Girls: $20
Core Learning Days
Core Learning Days are training conferences offered in
communities throughout eastern Massachusetts. Sessions
include: Troop Pathway Orientation, Daisy, Brownie and
Junior Essentials, First Aid/CPR and Bronze and Silver Award
Orientations.
Adults: MEDIC Blended $60, MEDIC Recertification $30
All other sessions and workshops: free
Sept. 18, Dedham
Volunteer Recognition
Volunteers are the heart of Girl Scouts. Each
year GSEM recognizes members who have
gone above and beyond in making positive
contributions to the Girl Scout Movement.
Nominated by their peers, volunteers are
honored at the annual spring Volunteer
Recognition Luncheon. Nominations open
November 1, 2016 and close February 15, 2017.
Save the date for the 2017
Volunteer Recognition Luncheon!
Oct. 15, Waltham
Feb. 18, southern area
Mar. 11, northern area
Visit hergirlscouts.org for the most up-to-date information
about Core Learning Days.
May 13, 11 AM-3 PM, Sheraton Framingham
Hotel, Reg by May 6
Adults: $25
WEDNESDAY WEBINARS
February 15, 2017 – Traveling with Daisies
and Brownies
Third Wednesday of Every Month,
12–1 PM
Part of our new Traveling with Girls Webinar Collection
(see below).
Sign up. Sign on. Learn.
Join volunteers, staff, families and service unit teams to
explore timely and important topics of interest. Webinars
are always free, although pre-registration is required.
Visit the Volunteer tab at hergirlscouts.org, and click on
Training Tools to register.
September 21, 2016 – An Introduction to the
Volunteer Toolkit
March 15, 2017 – Traveling with Juniors
(see below).
April 12, 2017 – High Awards Overview: Silver Award
Designed for adults and volunteers who will be working
directly with girls to help them understand the Silver Award
process. We’ll introduce award expectations, leadership roles,
sustainability, available resources and the differences between
community service and Take Action projects.
May 17, 2017 - Traveling with Cadettes
Join us for an introduction to the Volunteer Toolkit, an online
resource for troop planning. Learn how to utilize this resource
to organize and plan your meeting or year while still allowing
girls to take the lead. Please note: The majority of the tools
are designed for Daisy through Junior volunteers, but those
working with Cadettes through Ambassadors will still find
many useful features. Recommended for new and experienced
volunteers, as well as service unit teams looking to support new
volunteers.
(see below).
October 19, 2016 – Budgeting with Your Girl Scouts
Help your girls strengthen their leadership skills by creating
or looking for mentoring opportunities with younger girls.
Volunteers will learn about award opportunities and how to
prepare and encourage girls to be mentors.
November 16, 2016 – Creating Connections in
Your Community
Girl Scouts make a difference in their communities, both at the
girl and adult level. Yet it isn’t always easy to make connections
and build relationships with other organizations. Learn tips for
getting your foot in the relationship door, helping girls take action
and creating town-wide service projects. Designed for service
unit teams.
December 14, 2016 – Volunteer Mediation at GSEM
Dive into the newest GSEM volunteer mediation procedures
that support girls, volunteers and families. We’ll highlight
procedures for dispute mediation, available resources and
helpful tips for resolving disputes among volunteers in your
community or group.
January 18, 2017 – High Awards Overview:
Bronze Award
Designed for adults and volunteers who will be working
directly with girls to help them understand the Bronze Award
process. We’ll introduce award expectations, leadership roles,
sustainability, available resources and the differences between
community service and Take Action projects.
(see below).
July 19, 2017 – Cooperative Learning: Girl to Girl
August 16, 2017 – Retaining Adult Volunteers
Research shows that volunteers who feel appreciated and
supported are volunteers who stay. Learn easy-to-follow
strategies for showing appreciation, supporting new volunteers,
helping them transition into new roles and transforming them
into leaders. Designed for service unit teams.
Traveling with Girls
Webinar Collection
Throughout the winter and spring, we’ll explore
how to travel with girls at every level. Each webinar
will focus on grade-level appropriate trips, how to
determine girl readiness, fun ways to create girl-led
travel opportunities, how to keep girls safe, what to
do if a trip is cancelled, and more.
Daisies and Brownies: February 2017
Juniors: March 2017
Cadettes: May 2017
Seniors and Ambassadors: June 2017
Learn more about financial literacy and troop bank account
management. Discussion will focus on important GSEM moneyearning policies and procedures, budgeting and managing troop
bank accounts with girls, how to plan and set goals for product
sales, and opening/closing troop bank accounts.
June 21, 2017 – Traveling with Seniors
and Ambassadors
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THANK YOU! Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts thanks our corporate donors for their support of our programs, camps, troops and other activities.
At Citizens Bank we are proud to support those who share our commitment to the community.
That is why we are proud to support the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts for their work in
inspiring generations of girls to be courageous and confident community leaders.
Member FDIC. Citizens Bank is a brand name of Citizens Bank, N.A. and Citizens Bank of Pennsylvania. 668259
INSPIRING GIRLS TO BECOME
Today, more girls and women are using technology than
ever before. But few are playing a role in creating this
technology or choosing to study science, technology,
engineering, and math (STEM) subjects.
Fewer than 20% of Computer Science and Engineering
degrees are earned by women.
Intel is working to close this gap through a collection of
proven programs that feature hands-on experiences,
engagement with mentors and role models, and
projects that apply technology to real-world challenges.
Learn more: Intel.com/girlsintech @intelinvolved
Copyright © 2016 Intel Corporation. Intel, Look Inside and the Intel logo
are trademarks of Intel Corporation.
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SPREAD
THE WORD
Let’s help more students
and families get online
Learn more at:
www.internetessentials.com
THANK YOU! Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts thanks our corporate donors for their support of our programs, camps, troops and other activities.
Photo credit: Randy H. Goodman
Leading Women
AWA R D S
Celebrate 25 Years of Leading Women
Join us on April 6, 2017, to celebrate 25 years
of extraordinary leadership at the 2017
Leading Women Awards!
Nominations for Leading Women (and
men!) are now being accepted and may be
submitted at: leadingwomenawards.org
To learn more about sponsorship
opportunities or event tickets,
call 857-453-5329 or email
leadingwomen@gsema.org.
COMCAST
CARES DAY
April 22, 2017
HMH® is a proud supporter
of the Girl Scouts’ noble
mission of building strong,
confident girls.
hmhco.com
06/16 MS177592
Host a community-based service
project, or join an existing one!
For more details, contact the
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts
Fund Development team at 857-453-5329
or SHARE@gsema.org.
JOIN GSEM’S
ALUMNAE NETWORK!
Stay connected to Girl Scouting and meet other
alumnae through GSEM’s Alumnae Network!
Former and current members, volunteers, and
council/camp staff are welcome to join.
Sign up and learn more:
hergirlscouts.org/alums
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Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts thanks our advertisers, whose fees for inclusion in our publications help us to defray the cost of printing.
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Where the Southcoast
Comes to Connect
with Nature!
EXPLORE
—YOUR—
WORLD!
Field Trips Overnights
Zoomobile and More!
The Peabody Essex Museum offers scouting
programs for all levels. Work toward your next
badge — and have a great adventure — at PEM.
Buttonwood Park Zoo
www.bpzoo.org • 508-991-6178
425 Hawthorn Street, New Bedford, MA
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Making
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accessible,
engaging
&fun!
APRIL
14-23
2017
Come join us for a 10-day
celebration of science,
technology, engineering,
art and math.
Learn more at:
www.cambridgesciencefestival.org
Brought to you by our founding collaborators: MIT,
Harvard University, the City of Cambridge and the
Museum of Science.
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programs, please submit a Girl Scout Activity Form for council approval.
CAN’T MAKE IT TO THE GIRL SCOUT SHOP?
Order online or call any of our locations to place a mail order!
Visit girlscoutshop.org
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Around the Council
COUNCIL MAP
Acushnet: Greenbrier
Andover: Maude Eaton
Bolton: Virginia
Brewster: Favorite
Gloucester: Friendship House
Martha’s Vineyard: Wampanoag
Norton: Edith Read
Plymouth: Wind-in-the-Pines
Reading: Rice Moody
Waltham: Cedar Hill
NH - Bradford: Wabasso
NH - Meredith: Menotomy
NH - Pelham: Runels
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OFFICES/SERVICE CENTERS
95 Berkeley Street, Suite 404
Boston, MA 02116
T 800 882 1662
F 617 482 9045
*Store Locations
111 East Grove Street*
Middleboro, MA 02346
T 800 242 0925
F 508 923 7676
143 Abbot Street*
Andover, MA 01810
T 978 269 6666
F 978 809 3488
265 Beaver Street*
Waltham, MA 02452
T 866 268 8652
F 781 893 0022
Being a member of
Girl Scouts has its benefits.
Take advantage of special Girl Scout offers for sporting events, theatrical performances,
spectacular shows and more.
Look for the Member Benefits icon or search for “member benefits” under the Activities tab
at hergirlscouts.org.
New member benefits are added throughout the year.
nts
Sporting Eve
•
•
•
•
Boston Red Sox baseball
Boston Celtics basketball
Lowell Spinners baseball
Emmanuel College Women’s Basketball
Theater and Spectacular Sh
ows
Boston Symphony
Orchestra:
Broadway in Boston:
Feld Entertainment:
• Wicked
Wang or Shubert
Theaters:
• Boston Pops
• The King and I
• Annie
• Holiday Pops
• The Illusionists
• Holiday Show –TBD
• Tanglewood
• Finding Neverland
• Disney Live! Mickey
and Minnie’s
Doorway to Magic
Pick a Date
Pick a date and book your own
experience at a discounted price at:
• Crab Apple Whitewater rafting
• Student Educational Travel
• Pat’s Peak
• Monster Jam
• Disney on Ice
Presents:
Dare to Dream,
Let’s Celebrate! and
Passport to Adventure
Bring your troop, family
and friends or make it
a service unit event.
NONPROFIT
ORGANIZATION
US POSTAGE PAID
BOSTON, MA
PERMIT 58835
95 Berkeley Street
Boston, MA 02116
For more Girl Scouts
visit hergirlscouts.org
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ENJOY ART IN THE OUTDOORS WITH THE NEW
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Ultimate Guide - Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts

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