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DAISIES BROWNIES JUNIORS CADETTES SENIORS AMBASSADORS Schedule Your Own Partner Programs • 2016 PARTNERS • WORK DIRECTLY WITH PARTNERS TO CHOOSE A DATE THAT WORKS FOR YOU • KNOX COUNTY ROCK ISLAND COUNTY (CONT) Hy-Vee Hy-Vee GALESBURG Get healthy and learn the essentials to nutrition! Work with a Registered Dietitian to earn foodie badges and get tips for living a healthy life. Even try making a healthy snack! Notice: 1 week Capacity: 5-15 Cost: $0-5/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Lauren Wolfrum, 309-342-1615 lwolfrum@hy-vee.com MERCER COUNTY SHERRARD New Kingdom Trailriders CLINTON COUNTY CLINTON Free Spirit Yoga Fitness Need to destress and test your flexibility? Join relaxing yoga sessions for all ages with Free Spirit Yoga. Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 10-30 Cost: $12-15/Girl, $5/Adult Contact: Kelli Jahn, 563-570-3120 Kellijahn@kiddingaroundyoga.com WELTON Make It Yours Upcycle Center Craft with a cause at the Make It Yours Upcycle Center and try your hand at creating a variety of projects for badges, journeys, or the everyday occasion. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 2-10 Cost: Varies/Girl, Varies/Adult Contact: Ann Lenth , 563-340-3935 makeityoursupcycle@gmail.com HENRY COUNTY GENESEO Smith Studio and Gallery Smith Studio and Gallery has art-rageous activities for all ages! Experience every art medium and earn the Painting, Potter, Drawing, Jeweler, Comic Artist, and Collage Artist badges. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 4-16 Cost: $15/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: David Smith , 309-945-5428 david@smithstudiogeneseo.com Giddy up with New Kingdom Trailriders! During one-hour workshops, explore in the barn and join the horses in the arena for age-appropriate riding. Notice: 1 month Capacity: 4-16 Cost: $20/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Angie Nelson , 309-764-4220 angie@nktriders.org MUSCATINE COUNTY MUSCATINE Muscatine County Conservation Get some fresh air and explore the outdoors! Hike the trails and discover bugs and animals with Muscatine County Conservation. Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 5-20 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Michelle Berns , 563-264-5922 mberns@co.muscatine.ia.us ROCK ISLAND COUNTY EAST MOLINE Wright-Way Equestrian Center Come on out to Wright-Way Equestrian Center to learn all there is to know about a girl’s best friend, the horse! Participate in clinics where you can groom and ride a horse. Clinics are offered for all riders from beginner to advanced! Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 4-Varies Cost: Varies/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Cindy Wright , 309-792-5788 wrightwayequestrian@yahoo.com MILAN Get healthy and learn the essentials to nutrition! Work with a Registered Dietitian to earn foodie badges and get tips for living a healthy life. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 5-20 Cost: $10/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Dietitian, Nina Struss , 309-787-0273 nstruss@hy-vee.com MOLINE American Red Cross Be prepared for any situation! Join the American Red Cross for fun and interactive programs in First Aid, water safety, and Citizen CPR. Help the cause and participate in the pillowcase project to help kids affected by disasters. Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 5-10 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Amber Macgrath, 309-277-4023 amber.macgrath@redcross.org ROCK ISLAND Quad City Botanical Center Flowers, bugs, and dirt, oh my! Come on down to the Quad City Botanical Center to learn about eco-systems, gardening, the environment, and much more! Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 5-20 Cost: $10/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Kate Mapes , 309-794-0991 x208 edu@qcgardens.com NormaLeah Ovarian Cancer Initiative Listen to your body! In one-hour, ageappropriate sessions, learn about ovarian cancer, its relationship to other cancers, risk factors, and how to become a vigilant self-advocate of your health. Patches included. Notice: 1 week Capacity: 5-30 Cost: $5/Girl, $5/Adult Contact: Mary McNeil , 309-794-0009 normaleahfoundation@gmail.com SCOTT COUNTY DAVENPORT ATEEC Become energy experts at the ATEEC Learning Lab! Explore the interactive exhibits to discover biofuels, solar power, wind power, and more. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 5-30 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Heather Ballou , 563-441-4093 hkballou@eicc.edu SCOTT COUNTY (CONT) SCOTT COUNTY (CONT) BLACKHAWK COUNTY (CONT) DAVENPORT DAVENPORT CEDAR FALLS Figge Art Museum Modern Etiquette with Natasha Hearst Center for the Arts Explore the many exhibits at the Figge Art Museum, and create your very own masterpiece to take home! Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 10-35 Cost: $5/Girl, $5/Adult Contact: Lynn Gingras-Taylor , 563-326-7804 x2006, lgtaylor@figgeartmuseum.org Kids Against Hunger Help children affected by hunger! Learn about the effects of food insecurity and how Kids Against Hunger feeds starving children around the world. Package meals for distribution abroad and locally in the Quad Cities area. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 10-50 Cost: $30/Girl, Varies/Adult Contact: Pam Gettert , 563-343-4783 kahyqc@aol.com Nahant Marsh Want to learn more about wildlife? Check out Nahant Marsh! Explore the trails and have fun with other outdoor activities. Notice: 3 weeks Capacity: 10-20 Cost: $5-10/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Amy Loving , 563-323-5196 aloving@eicc.edu Quad Cities Food Hub Head downtown to QC Food Hub and experience their fresh and fun programming! Learn how to eat local and complete a variety of petals and badges. Notice: 1 week Capacity: 5-100 Cost: $10/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Bambi Suits , 563-265-2455 bambi@qcfoodhub.com River Music Experience Calling all music enthusiasts! Come on down to the River Music Experience to explore all things music and entertainment. Schedule various workshops ranging from jazz to recyclable instrument making. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 24-50 Cost: $5/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Ellis Kell , 563-370-0386 ekell@rivermusicexperience.org SECC911 9-1-1 what’s your emergency? Join SECC911 to learn about using 911, find out what to expect when you call, and take a tour! If you’re unable to make it to SECC911, they are willing to travel- just give them a call! Notice: 1 week Capacity: 5-25 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Billie Huffman , 563-484-3044 bhuffman@scottcountyiowa.com St. Ambrose University Expand your computer knowledge at this fun and interactive workshop hosted by St. Ambrose University. Notice: 6 weeks Capacity: 7-20 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Gary Monnard , 563-333-6181 monnardgary@sau.edu Manners Matter! Join certified etiquette consultant, Natasha, for customized workshops focusing on social skills for any occasion. Snacks included! Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 5-80 Cost: $7/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Natasha Sottos , 309-737-9180 natashasottos@yahoo.com DIXON Wapsi River Environmental Education Center Love the outdoors? Then head on down to the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center! Explore numerous outdoor activities ranging from solar cooking to snowshoeing. Notice: 1 week Capacity: 10-50 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Dave Murcia, 563-328-3286 dave.murcia@scottcountyiowa.com WARREN COUNTY MONMOUTH Jamieson Community Center Girl Scouts give back! Take part in a variety of service projects from creating community gardens to visiting local seniors with the Jaimeson Community Center. Notice: 1 week Capacity: 1-50 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Nancy Mowen , 309-734-4251 thejamiesoncenter@gmail.com ALLAMAKEE COUNTY HARPERS FERRY Effigy Mounds National Monument Become a Junior Park Ranger at Effigy Mounds National Monument! After completing Junior Ranger activities, receive a Ranger badge and certificate of completion. Junior Ranger patches are available for $4.95 each. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 0-100 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Sheila Oberreuter, 563-873-3491 Sheila_oberreuter@nps.gov BENTON COUNTY VINTON Benton County Conservation Get outdoors with the experts at Benton County Conservation! Breathe in the fresh air as you hike and camp, and learn conservation techniques. Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 5-12 Cost: $0-$10/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Karen Phelps, 319-472-4942 kphelps@bentoncountyparks.com BLACKHAWK COUNTY CEDAR FALLS Hartman Reserve Nature Center Get a chance to learn important survival skills that will benefit you no matter your age! Then, explore your outdoor surroundings as you earn new badges. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 1-25 Cost: Varies/Girl, Varies/Adult Contact: Katie Shelton, 319-277-2187 katie.hrnc@gmail.com Art lovers will want to check out the Hearst Center for the Arts! Tour the exhibits that spotlight Iowa artists and get a lesson in proper art gallery etiquette. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 8-25 Cost: $7/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Riley Martin, 319-273-8641 riley.martin@cedarfalls.com Luann Alemao & Associates Learn the essence of good etiquette and how to cook fantastic meals! Earn food badges and prepare to be the best host for your next gathering with friends and family! Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 4-25 Cost: $10-20/Girl, $10-20/Adult Contact: Luann Alemeo, 319-266-8021 l.alemaoassoc@cfu.net Waste Trac. Black Hawk County Ever wonder what happens to your trash after it leaves your house? Find out by joining Waste Trac for a landfill tour! See the life-cycle of garbage and watch as it gets smashed in a giant compactor. Notice: 3 weeks Capacity: 5-40 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Lydnsey Anderson, 319-266-8722 landerson@co.black-hawk.ia.us Mindful Yoga Namaste! Get connected with your mind and body by practicing ancient moves and challenging your body with classic yoga positions. Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 8-20 Cost: $5/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Donna Heller Donna.mindfulyoga@gmail.com WATERLOO Cedar Bend Humane Society Help animals in need! Learn the essentials of pet care like keeping your new cuddly friends warm, clean, and exercised. All activities will be under the guidance of volunteers at the Humane Society. Notice: 1 month Capacity: 5-10 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Amy Anderson, 319-232-6887 cbhsmedia@gmail.com Family Health Chiropractic Get an inside glimpse of the world of chiropractic and learn how to become a happier and healthier you! Don’t have time to visit them? They can come visit you! Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 3-20 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Donita Kreuger, 319-232-5202 famhealthchiro@gmail.com Hy-Vee (Logan Ave.) Get healthy and learn the essentials to nutrition! Work with a Registered Dietitian to earn foodie badges and get tips for living a healthy life. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 5-20 Cost: $5/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Beth Barber, 319-234-8627 bbarber@hy-vee.com BUTLER COUNTY DUBUQUE Butler County Conservation Dubuque Museum of Art Get a taste of your natural surroundings with the experts at Butler County Conservation! Hiking, camping, conservation, and many more outdoor activities await you. Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 5-12 Cost: $0-$10/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Jeff Kolb, 319-278-1130 butlerccb@butler-bremer.com Picasso, Monet, and Rembrandt- all the greats started somewhere! Experience art through colors, painting, masks, comics, and photographs at the Dubuque Museum of Art. Notice: 3 weeks Capacity: 6-17 Cost: $5/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Margi Buhr, 563-557-1851 mbuhr@dbqart.com CHICKASAW COUNTY GreenIowa AmeriCorps IONIA Chickasaw County Conservation BLACKHAWK COUNTY (CONT) CEDAR FALLS Northeast Iowa Food Bank Help the food insecure by preparing meals for the Northeast Iowa Backpack program! Food is distributed to the local community and everyone can get a tour of the Food Bank when you’re done! Notice: 1 week Capacity: 1-20 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Patrick Bird, 319-235-0507 pbird@feedingamerica.org Veridian Credit Union Pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters. Have fun with money and gain knowledge from the staff at Veridian Credit Union. Aside from just having a great time, earn all of the Financial Literacy badges! Notice: 1 week Capacity: 3-40 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Monica Reyes, 319-287-8455 monicajr@veridiancu.org BREMER COUNTY WAVERLY Hy-Vee Get healthy and learn the essentials to nutrition! Work with a Registered Dietitian to earn foodie badges and get tips for living a healthy life. Even try making a healthy snack! Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 5-12 Cost: $0-12/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Christine Sexton, 319-352-1365 1872dietitian1@hy-vee.com Crawdaddy Outdoors Kayak, camp, snowshoe, and more- take on any adventure with Crawdaddy Outdoors! Notice: 1 month Capacity: 12-25 Cost: $30-40/Girl, $30-40/Adult Contact: Darrin Siefken, 319-352-9129 info@crawdaddyoutdoors.com BUCHANAN COUNTY INDEPENDENCE Heartland Acres Agribition Center Challenge yourself with a scavenger hunt through the Heartland Agribition Museum while you learn about the history of agriculture! Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 1-20 Cost: $3/Girl, $3/Adult Contact: Craig Johnson, 319-332-0123 craig@heartlandacresusa.com DUBUQUE COUNTY (CONT) CLARKSVILLE Kayak, camp, and have fun in the wilderness! Chickasaw County Conservation hosts lots of activities that will make your outdoor experience memorable. Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 5-12 Cost: $0-$10/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Matt Crayne, 641-394-4714 mattcrayne@hotmail.com CLAYTON COUNTY GUTTENBERG Guttenberg Gallery & Creativity Center Perfect your art skills in a medium you love, or try a new interest at the Guttenberg Gallery and Creativity Center! Participate in a variety of art classes including jewelry design, painting, pottery, mosaics, warm glass fusion, and stain glass. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 1-20 Cost: $10-45/Girl, $0-$45/Adult Contact: Molly Mosier, 563-252-2787 creativitycenterusers@gmail.com DELAWARE COUNTY MANCHESTER Manchester Fish Hatchery Ever wonder where the fish at your local lake come from? The Manchester Fish Hatchery! They produce over 600,000 fish for stocking in Iowa waters every year. Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 5-12 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Dan Rosauer, 563-927-3276 dan.rosauer@dnr.iowa.gov DUBUQUE COUNTY DUBUQUE Claire’s Bling, jewels, and glitter- learn financial skills from accessory retailer, Claire’s, at the Kennedy Mall. Notice: 3 Weeks Capacity: 5-20 Cost: $5 - $10/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Carol Blasen, 563-583-7601 carolblasen@hotmail.com American Red Cross Do you know what to do if a disaster strikes? Learn how to make an emergency preparedness kit and take part in the Pillowcase Project with the experts at the American Red Cross. Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 6-30 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Jolene Carpenter , 563-564-4565 Jolene.Carpenter@redcross.org Green Iowa AmeriCorps is Iowa’s community leader in boots-on-the-ground energy efficiency services. Whether working on an It’s Your Planet-Love It! Journey or just talking about energy efficiency, call on Green Iowa AmeriCorps to help lead the way. Available only in Dubuque County. Notice: 1 week Capacity: 4-30 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Solange Carpenter, 563-690-6032 greeniowadb@gmail.com Team Buildingblocks Build a stronger troop! Take on a challenging ropes course to enhance your teamwork and leadership skills with Team Buildingblocks. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 6-125 Cost: Varies/Girl, Varies/Adult Contact: Dan Block, 563-556-0985 info@teambuildingblocks.com DYERSVILLE Dyer-Botsford Historical House Step back in time at the Dyer-Botsford Historical House and Doll Museum! Take a tour of the 1850’s home, learn more about the people who lived there, and explore the collection of 1,200 dolls. Groups can also schedule a Victorian Tea Party! Notice: 1 week Capacity: 1-40 Cost: $0-12/Girl, $5-$12/Adult Contact: Joan Kramer, 563-875-8590 djkramer@hotmail.com FarmTek Greenhouse Get your STEM fix at FarmTek! Visit their greenhouses to learn about hydroponic and aquaponic gardens, which use water and nutrients to grow plants, rather than soil! This tour is great if you’re working on an It’s Your Planet-Love It! Journey. Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 2-50 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Cathy Eiben, 800-327-6835 X 7795 ceiben@farmtek.com Plum Creek Archery Test your aim and hit the target! Plum Creek Archery offers groups the chance to learn the basics of archery and practice their skills by shooting at targets and playing an archery game! Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 2-20 Cost: Groups -$100-250/Girl, Groups -$100-250/Adult Contact: Tom Goldsmith, 563-875-7525 pcastaff@plumcreekarchery.com FAYETTE COUNTY ELGIN Fayette County Conservation Get outdoors with the experts at Fayette County Conservation! Breathe in the fresh air as you hike and camp, and learn conservation techniques. Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 5-12 Cost: $0-10/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Dawn Amundson, 563-426-5740 gncfccb@alpinecom.net GRUNDY COUNTY REINBECK Grundy County Conservation Get outdoors with the experts at Grundy County Conservation! Breathe in the fresh air as you hike and camp, and learn conservation techniques. Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 5-12 Cost: $0-$10/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Jeff Kolb, 319-267-2858 bcrdg@netins.net HOWARD COUNTY CRESCO Howard County Conservation Get outdoors with the experts at Howard County Conservation! Breathe in the fresh air as you hike and camp, and learn conservation techniques. Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 5-12 Cost: $0-$10/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Angela Bries, 563-547-3634 abries@co.howard.ia.us JACKSON COUNTY MAQUOKETA TAMA COUNTY TOLEDO Otter Creek Nature Center Come out to the Otter Creek Nature Center to hike, camp, and experience other fun workshops at their beautiful property! Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 5-12 Cost: $0-10/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Chris Anderson, 641-484-2231 canderson@tamacounty.org WINNESHIEK COUNTY FORT ATKINSON Winneshiek County Conservation Hike the trails at Lake Meyer and experience other outdoor activities like building a bird house for your feathery friends! Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 5-25 Cost: Varies/Girl, Varies/Adult Contact: Lilly Jensen, (563) 534-7145 education@winneshiekwild.com JONES COUNTY CENTER JUNCTION Jones County Conservation Explore the outdoors with the naturalists in Jones County. Earn multiple badges and get active in nature. Notice: 6 weeks Capacity: 6-36 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Michele Olson, 319-481-7987 naturalist@co.jones.ia.us CORALVILLE Maroger Fine Arts Learn the fundamentals of painting and drawing with step-by-step methods taught by the professionals at Maroger Fine Arts! The power of art can be amazing, so get to the studio to find out. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 7-12 Cost: $12/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Yvette Jury, 319-333-1222 info@marogerarts.com Need a little bling in your life? Stop by Beadology to learn about the jewelry industry and create a special piece to take home! Notice: 1 week Capacity: 4-12 Cost: $5-17/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Karen Kubby, 319-338-1566 karen@beadologyiowa.com TIPTON Ever canoe around the lake or snowshoe through the snowy forest? Now’s your chance to explore the outdoors (year-round) and earn badges! Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 5-50 Cost: $0-5/Girl, $0-5/Adult Contact: Sarah Subbert, 563-886-6930 cedarccb@cedarcounty.org DES MOINES COUNTY JO DAVIESS COUNTY From beginners to advanced riders, the Shenandoah Riding Center offers riding lessons for all horse lovers! Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 1-$20 Cost: $35/Girl, $35/Adult Contact: Corey Morehead, 815-777-9550 info@theshenandoahridingcenter.com JOHNSON COUNTY Cedar County Conservation Board Paintbrushes, clay, and jewelry galore! Make your way to the Art Center of Burlington to do all kinds of art-related badge activities, and work with the experts to create your own masterpieces! Notice: 1 month Capacity: 6-18 Cost: Varies/Girl, Varies/Adult Contact: Nicole Kamrath, 319-754-8069 nicole@artcenterofburlington.com Shenandoah Riding Center Iowa Children’s Museum Get inspired to imagine, create, and explore! There is no better place than the Iowa Children’s Museum to discover the power of play. Earn badges ranging from painting and drawing, to inventing. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 10-24 Cost: $10-12/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Aimee Mussman, 319-625-6255 amussman@theicm.org IOWA CITY BURLINGTON GALENA CORALVILLE CEDAR COUNTY Hurtsville Interpretive Center Check out native prairie and protected wetlands with the Hurtsville Interpretive Center! Earn the Bugs, Hiker, Geocacher, Animal Habitats, Gardener, and Flower badges. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 10-50 Cost: $2/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Jennifer Meyer, 563-652-3783 jen@jacksonccb.com JEFFERSON COUNTY (CONT) Art Center of Burlington Hy-Vee (Agency St.) Get healthy and learn the essentials to nutrition! Work with a Registered Dietitian to earn foodie badges and get tips for living a healthy life. Notice: 1 month Capacity: 5-20 Cost: $5-10/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Michelle Kuster, 319-753-1616 mkuster@hy-vee.com JEFFERSON COUNTY FAIRFIELD Peaceful Postures Mind, body, spirit! Experience different forms of yoga to help you live a healthy, stress-free life! Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 6-20 Cost: $10/Girl, $5/Adult Contact: Mary Platt, 845-463-3494 peacefulpostures@gmail.com Beadology Iowa City Fencing Center Touché! Learn the basics of fencing and “go to battle” with your friends! A variety of courses are offered for girls of all levels. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 6-20 Cost: $10-15/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Judy O’Donnell, 319-338-7171 icfencingcenter@gmail.com LEE COUNTY FORT MADISON Fort Madison Community Hospital Health and wellness are important to living an awesome life! Stop by the Fort Madison Community Hospital to learn about First Aid and healthy living through special programs and take behind-the-scenes tours. Notice: 1 week Capacity: 5-20 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Katelin Essing, 319-371-6005 kessing@fmchosp.com LINN COUNTY CEDAR RAPIDS American Red Cross Get a behind-the-scenes look at the American Red Cross and learn what it’s really like to be a disaster respondent. Help the cause and participate in the pillowcase project to help kids affected by disasters. Notice: 3 weeks Capacity: 10-30 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Shana Beal, 319-270-2843 shana.beal@redcross.org LINN COUNTY (CONT) VAN BUREN COUNTY Veridian Credit Union Villages Folk School Pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters. Have fun with money and gain knowledge from the staff at Veridian Credit Union. Aside from just having a great time, earn all of the Financial Literacy badges! Notice: 1 week Capacity: 3-40 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Monica Reyes, 319-287-8455 monicajr@veridiancu.org Want to expand your creativity and learn new skills? Check out the Villages Folk School! Experience hands-on learning in traditional arts like knitting, basket weaving, bread making, and more. You must be at least 13 years old. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 5-15 Cost: Varies/Girl, Varies/Adult Contact: Mel Stockwell, 319-288-0047 villagesfolkschool@gmail.com CENTRAL CITY WASHINGTON COUNTY CEDAR RAPIDS Doyle Ranch LINN COUNTY (CONT) CEDAR RAPIDS TITLE Boxing Club Did you know boxing is a great way to get fit and super fun? Work alongside professional trainers at TITLE Boxing to learn the basics. Then, choose if your troop wants to learn more about how boxing can be used for fitness or defense. Notice: 1 week Capacity: 10-60 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Glenda Marsh, 319-329-4581 gmarsh@titleboxingclub.com Animal Care and Control Dog and cat lovers will have a blast at this day of pet pampering! Take a tour, meet the animal-care staff, and help the animals through pet-related service projects. Notice: 1 month Capacity: 10-30 Cost: $5/Girl, $5/Adult Contact: Diane Webber, 319-286-5908 d.webber@cedar-rapids.org Green Iowa AmeriCorps Green Iowa AmeriCorps is Iowa’s community leader in boots-on-the-ground energy efficiency services. Whether working on an It’s Your PlanetLove It! Journey or just talking about energy efficiency, call on Green Iowa AmeriCorps to help lead the way. Notice: 1 week Capacity: 4-60 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Austin Yantes, 319-362-2214 greeniowacr@gmail.com Indian Creek Nature Center Explore the outdoors at the beautiful Indian Creek Nature Center. Get your hands dirty and feet moving as you earn multiple nature badges . Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 10-40 Cost: $10/Girl, Varies/Adult Contact: Jennifer Rupp, 319-362-0664 jrupp@indiancreeknaturecenter.org Prestige Dance Studio Dance your heart out at Prestige Dance Studio! Try tap, jazz, hip-hop, or ballet and earn badges as you move. Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 8-30 Cost: $5/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Jess Novotny, 563-543-8414 prestigedancestudiocr@gmail.com Groom horses, braid manes, and learn safety at Doyle Rach! Communication is key with horses, so learn the language of your new equestrian friend. You can even try and lead the miniature donkey! Notice: 1 week Capacity: 2-10 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Terri Doyle, 319-213-1781 tdoyle@bankerstrust.com MARION Hy-Vee Get healthy and learn the essentials to nutrition! Work with a Registered Dietitian to earn foodie badges and get tips for living a healthy life. Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 8-20 Cost: $5-15/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Brian Scheil, 319-377-4803 1396dietitian1@hy-vee.com The Dreaming Bear Your imagination is the limit at Dreaming Bear Art Studio! Paint a picture, create a mosaic, build a sculpture, and work with fiber arts- just to name a few! Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 6-20 Cost: Varies/Girl, Varies/Adult Contact: Dori Patrick, 319-373-7070 dreamingbear@gmail.com SPRINGVILLE Greenbriar Stables Become an equestrian expert at Greenbriar Stables! Tour the barn and learn about essential care and grooming for horses. Depending on age level, you may also be able to ride! Notice: 4 weeks Capacity: 1-20 Cost: Varies/Girl, Varies/Adult Contact: Robin Ballantyne, 319-361-7115 robin@netins.net LOUISA COUNTY WAPELLO Port Louisa Wildlife Refuge Support the protection of migratory birds and check out Port Louisa Wildlife Refuge! See birds and animals you’ve never seen before and learn about all their habits. Complete multiple outdoor badges - including Hiker, Bugs, Flowers, and Trailblazing. Notice: 1 week Capacity: 1-20 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Cathy Henry, 319-523-6982 cathy_henry@fws.gov BONAPARTE AINSWORTH Washington County Conservation Get some fresh air and explore the outdoors with the naturalists at the Washington County Conservation Board. Earn multiple badges and take part in activities like hiking. Even see different animals! Notice: 2 weeks Capacity: 10-24 Cost: $0/Girl, $0/Adult Contact: Pam Holz, 319-657-2400 wccbnaturalist@iowatelecom.net