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gsuGO! June - November 2013

Imagine the possibilities!

Quality life-changing experiences

for girls of all ages!

Registration is ongoing!

www.gsutah.org

Event Guide

More than 75 fun activities, events, and programs waiting for you!

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LEAD WITH

FRIENDSHIP

When a girl is bullied, she feels alone. When a girl sees someone else being bullied, she feels helpless.

But you have the power to change that!

“THOSE

GIRLS HANG

OUT TOGETHER

AND SPREAD

RUMORS ABOUT

EVERYONE

ELSE.”

Name:

Phone:

Email:

“SHE

INSULTS ME

THEN SAYS,

‘HA-HA, JUST

JOKING.’ ”

“SHE SAID

SHE WAS MY

FRIEND, THEN SHE

POSTED SOMETHING

MEAN ON

FACEBOOK.”Sign up today for the BFF (Be a Friend First) series and learn to:

� Recognize bullying

� Deal with mean girls and cliques

� Be a better friend

Find out more! Contact Mindy Harmon at [email protected] or call 801-891-8379 to learn how

to bring this program to your school or troop.

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contentsNew Initiatives

June Programs

July Programs

Birthday Quiz

National Convention

August Programs

September Programs

October Programs

November Programs

Trainings

Quick Guide Program List

Registration Information

Planning Trips

Activity Scholarships

Community Partners

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Girls – come by yourself, with an adult or friend, or with your troop! Registration is ongoing and open to all girls in grades K–12. You don’t need to be in a troop to join the fun!

Our MissionGirl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

Our Promise to GirlsGirl Scouting gives every girl access to life−changing experiences that inspire her to do great things. That every girl of this generation will reach her full potential; wherever she lives, whatever challenges face her, however great the journey to what she can become.

Join Us!Membership in Girl Scouting is available to any girl in grades K–12 or adult who makes the Girl Scout Promise, accepts the Girl Scout Law, and pays an annual membership fee of $15. Find out what a girl can do and join us at an upcoming parent meeting. For more information, call (801) 265–8472 or visit www.gsutah.org.

Don’t have time to be on a traditional troop? Here is the solution… become a Juliette!Girls can join Girl Scouts as Juliettes (individually-registered girls, not in troops) and can participate in different types of activities. These activities provide alternate membership options (pathways) outside of a troop. Pathways include events, camp, and/or a series. For example, a girl can participate in an event pathway simply by registering for program activities in this publication.

About Our Activities

Chief Executive Officer Cathleen Sparrow

Chief Membership, Volunteer & Program Officer Kim Lewis

Director of Girl Scout Leadership Experience Raquel Lee

Program CoordinatorBrandy Strand

Program CoordinatorAllie Clark

Program CoordinatorMindy Harmon

Chief Operations OfficerLisa Hardin-Reynolds

Outdoor Program ManagerAmber Kuecker

Outdoor Program SpecialistCarly Cahoon

Chief Development and Communications Officer Melissa Mathews

Writer and Editor Josh Jones

Communications ManagerAnnie Cutler

Graphic Designer Stephanie Jensen

Contributors

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everythingyou need is

at yourfingertips

Register Onlinewww.gsutah.org

Girl Scouts of Utah is going digitalSite SuRfing tipS

You’ve probably noticed – we’re going digital. Our technical world is speeding forward and Girl Scouts of Utah is jumping on board. Your Summer Camp catalog,

GSU GO! Program Guide (formerly “Fun Stuff”), and all registrations are now exclusively online.

1) Visit www.gsutah.org 2) Click on the “register” button and create a user name and login

(if you don’t already have one) 3) Sign up for all your favorite Girl Scout events and activities.

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We believe Girls can change the world for good.

OuR fOuR neW initiatives

provide the tools, programming, and knowledge to empower girls to make the world a better place.

OuR COMMitMent tO vOlunteeRsWe engage communities and empower adults to create amazing, life-changing

experiences for girls. We provide the tools and trainings for troop leaders to successfully implement the Girl scout leadership experience.

four new program

INITIATIVES

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Advocacy The Advocacy initiative inspires girls to lead with courage, confidence, and character to identify their passions and interests to make a lasting and impactful change in the world. The initiative focuses on government, civic engagement, environmental stewardship, human rights, and social justice.

BE COUNTED AND BE HEARD!How often have you noticed something that really needed to be changed and wondered, “Why isn’t someone doing something about that?” Girls have a lot to say about what matters most in their lives and are savvy in developing creative solutions to address those issues. In Girl Scouting, we view advocacy as a critical leadership skill for girls. Participating in advocacy activities can be very empowering, especially when you realize your ability to influence change. Participate in our Advocacy activities and learn about the many issues our world is facing and how you can make a change in the world! Some upcoming activities include A Day Without, Making Waves, and our U.E.A. Staycation.

STEMSTEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) helps girls develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills that are useful in all careers and life pursuits. We make the connection for girls between everyday life and science through hands-on experiences and access to inspiring role models.

PUSH BOUNDARIES, TEST LIMITS, AND LOOK AT THE WORLD AROUND YOU WITH INQUISITIVE EYES!STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and math; this initiative gives girls the opportunity to explore their world, scientifically. Girls will learn mysteries of the universe, find clues about past civilizations, take a look under the hood and understand how an engine works, and explore high-rise construction techniques.

Brandy Strand [email protected]

Allie Clark [email protected]

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We are committed to providing the best tools and resources to our

troop leaders and adult volunteers for you to implement a journey, earn

a badge or enjoy an initiative. It is our expectation that all events and

activities align with one of our initiative and programatic outcomes. See

page 27 for Troop Leader training opportunities to learn about how the

Council will provide you with the best tools to help you deliver a quality

Girl Scout Leadership Experience to your troop!

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Healthy LivingParticipate in numerous opportunities to learn and experience what it means to live well today! From anti-bullying to healthy media initiatives, together we will discover ways to prepare for success in leadership and life! You will discover the value of your physical, social, emotional, psychological, and spiritual well-being through activities focused on self-esteem, team building, reflection, and healthy lifestyle choices.

IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO LEARN HOW TO BFF (BE A FRIEND FIRST)!You can find the right words to stop bullying, once and for all. Check out the cool activities that Girl Scouts of Utah is offering you through our Healthy Living Initiative. When you know how to resolve conflicts, you can be the first to say, “It doesn’t have to be like this!” You’ll gain the confidence to be a better friend and have better friends, too.

Mindy Harmon [email protected]

OutdoorsThere are a lot of research studies showing when girls have childhood experiences with the outdoors and nature, it can have positive influences on the rest of their lives. Girl Scouts of Utah have two beautiful camp properties where girls will build new skills, practice lead-ership, develop an appreciation for nature and themselves, and of course, have fun year round.

THE NATURE ExPERIENCEThere is a lot of research-based evidence showing significant changes in childhood re-lating to girl’s experiences in nature. A recent Outdoor Foundation study found a significant decline in girl’s participation in outdoor recre-ation. The Nature Conservancy also surveyed children to understand their connection with nature. They found:

• 88% of children reported using a com-puter almost every day, while only 11% of children reported visiting a local park or natural area almost every day.

• 86% of children said that it is “cool” to do things that protect the environment

• 90% of children who spent time outside said being in nature and taking part in out-door activities helped relieve stress.

Spending time in nature has proved to reduce behavioral problems, and improve moods, attention spans and short term memory.

Girl Scouts of Utah offers many programs that teach about the natural world in a new and innovative way. Girls can come to summer resident camp or attend one of our weekend minicamps for a nature experience. Troops have the opportunity to rent a cabin at one of our camps and create their own, unique memories. The Outdoor initiative doesn’t just mean sleeping in the dirt; it’s about utilizing our natural playground that is all around us while learning life lessons and skills.

Amber Kuecker 801-716-5127 [email protected]

Carly Cahoon 801-716-5089 [email protected]

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JUNE

Broom Hockey and Graceful Gliders

Have you always wanted to play hockey but you don’t know how to skate very well? Then this is for you! You will get to wear your tennis shoes on the ice! Try your skill at a half rink broom hockey game. Time will be spent learning about broom hockey, practicing skills, followed by a scrimmage game! This is a special session just for Girl Scouts so we have the ice to ourselves! Most important: for traction on the ice, wear shoes that have tread on the bottom.

DATE June 1 TIME 4:30-5:15 p.m. GRADES K-12, Adults LOCATION MurrayFEE $10 per personLIMIT 24DEADLINE May 29

Session 2 Graceful Gliders Ice SkatingOpen to all girls, Adults

DATE June 1 TIME 5:30-7 p.m. GRADES All Levels LOCATION MurrayFEE $6 per person LIMIT 125DEADLINE May 29

I’m an artist and

a

n engineer.

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ECOARTIST

Daisies: Grades K-1Girl Scout Daisies meet in a nurturing, inclusive environment. They go on trips, learn about nature and science, and explore their communities.

Brownies: Grades 2-3Girl Scout Brownies work together, earn Girl Scout Brownie Awards, and explore their community. Friendship, fun, and age-appropriate activities begin at the Girl Scout Brownie meeting and move out to the community and wider world.

Juniors: Grades 4-5Girl Scout Juniors earn badges and discover what girl power is all about through new activities and by learning to take charge of their own plans. They gain self-confidence as they explore the world in partnership with their troop/group leaders.

Cadettes: Grades 6-8

Seniors: Grades 9-10

Ambassadors: Grades 11-12

Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors participate in Girl Scouting in many ways. Under the guidance of a trained adult advisor, girls mix and match activities and resources to suit their needs while giving back to their communities. They connect with each other and build self-esteem and confidence in their skills as they work on projects and gain life experiences.

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It’s Time to “Take Action”

Girls, encourage your parents and troop leaders to attend one of these sessions – you will need their guidance as you work on your Gold, Silver, or Bronze Award! Have you wanted to work towards one of the higher award with your girls, but have been unsure of how to start the process or what is involved? How can you get your girls interested in Higher Awards? Have you worked towards a Higher Award with your girls and have feedback on the process? Do you need ideas to share with girls for Take Action projects? Come to this discussion group and help us to better serve you as you assist girls to achieve a Higher Award.

DATE NUSC-June 4 CRC-June 3 CUSC-June 17 TIME 6-7 p.m. FEE Free LIMIT 25 per locationDEADLINE June 4, NoonCONTACT Brandy Strand, [email protected], 801-716-5160

A Tree, The Sea, and ME

Plants are used in many ways…they give animals homes, food, protection, and air to breathe. Join The Living Planet Aquarium for an evening filled with science activities, storytelling, animal interactions, and crafts. You will discover the many sights, colors and textures of plants and the animals who inhabitant them.

DATE June 6 TIME 4:45-7 p.m. GRADES K-1, Adults LOCATION The Living Planet AquariumFEE $15 per girl, free for adultsLIMIT 20DEADLINE May 30CONTACT Brandy Strand, [email protected], 801-716-5160

Playing the Past Badge Workshop for Juniors

Live the life of a young lady at Camp Floyd in 1861! Wear a hoop skirt and practice your manners at a tea party. Churn butter, make a lace collar, and spin wool while earning the Junior Playing the Past badge! Relating to the past helps girls develop a stronger sense of self. Playing the Past badge is included. Bring a sack lunch.

DATE June 8 TIME 10 a.m.-4 p.m. GRADES 4-5, Adults LOCATION Camp Floyd State Park, Utah CountyFEE $20 per girl, $5 per adultLIMIT 24DEADLINE May 31CONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected], 801-891-8379

Girl #Chillaxin’ Time

Come chill and relax with us! Mix and mingle with other girls, have some ‘real talk,’ and spend time relaxing with other amazing individuals. This is meant to be an opportunity to connect with your peers in a social setting. We’ll also have food and drinks from around the world!

DATE NUSC-June 11 (Sushi will be donated by the Tona Restaurant, www.tonarestaurant.com) CRC-June 10 (Japanese cuisine will be donated by Yoshi’s Japanese Grill, www.japanesegrill.com) CUSC-June 12 TIME 6-7 p.m. GRADES 6-12 FEE FreeLIMIT 25DEADLINE June 5CONTACT Brandy Strand, [email protected], 801-716-5160

Etiquette Dinner

It’s girl’s night out at The Old Spaghetti Factory! Join us for a taste of Italy as we enjoy spaghetti marinara, salad, bread, and spumoni ice cream, with your choice of milk or water. This delicious dining experience includes instruction on dining etiquette. Please mail registrations to Pioneer Service Unit c/o Rebecca Gill at 4316 Walter Way, West Valley City, UT 84120.

DATE June 13 TIME 5:45-7:45 p.m. GRADES 2-12 FEE $10 per girlLIMIT 60DEADLINE May 31SU Pioneer volunteers are hosting this eventCONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132 or Rebecca Gill, [email protected]

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Eco Art and Innovation

Ever wonder what it’s like to be both an artist AND an engineer? Do you reduce, reuse, and recycle? Then this workshop is for you! Now’s your chance to take the driver’s seat and put your creativity to use, all while earning your Innovation badge. We’ll explore the amazing plants and animals of our wild, wild world, sharpen our artistry skills, and then use our knowledge to build our very own problem-solving machines. Are you up for the challenge?

DATE June 15 TIME 1-3 p.m. GRADES 2-5 LOCATION The Leonardo MuseumFEE $15 per girl; Adults freeLIMIT 32DEADLINE May 31CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

Drawing Badge Workshop for Juniors

Art is communication and expression; it is about discovering yourself through creativity. See what you can accomplish through the visual art of drawing. Spend an afternoon at Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum studying the diverse techniques and styles of drawing. Learn about shading, perspective, and experiment with different mediums and materials. During this class you will create your own masterpiece, which will then be put on display in the museum. You will also leave with your own artist portfolio. Get ready to see where your artistic side leads you! Girls gain confidence as they express themselves through art. You will complete the requirements for the Drawing badge. Fee includes art supplies, admission into the museum, and Drawing badge.

DATE June 1 8TIME 3-6 p.m.GRADES 4-5; Adults LOCATION Discovery Gateway Children’s MuseumFEE $15 per girl; free for adultsLIMIT 32DEADLINE June 6CONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected], 801-891-8379

Utah Arts Festival

Volunteer at the Utah Arts Festival (UAF)! Spend time promoting Girl Scouts and offer interactive art activities while experiencing all of the excitement around you, whether it’s culinary, performing, or visual arts. Girl Scout volunteers (both girls and adults) will get a one-day admission to the UAF and a t-shirt. Sign up for the volunteer shift of your choice.

DATE June 20-23TIME 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 2:30-5:30 p.m., 5:30-7:30 p.m., or 7:30-9:30 p.m.GRADES K-12, Adults LOCATION Salt Lake CityFEE FreeLIMIT 20DEADLINE June 9CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

Evening in Paradise

“Aloha!” You are kono [invited] as our Girl Scout ohana [family] ho’olaule’a [celebrates] an island adventure “Evening in Paradise.” Island inspired poi (food) and fruity drink will be served. Please come dressed and ready for fun. Don’t forget to bring your limbo skills. Camp includes shirt, meals, snacks, activities, and supplies. Visit www.sunscrestserviceunit.com for information to register. GSU is not accepting registrations for this event. Suncrest Service Unit volunteers are hosting this event.

DATE June 24TIME 4-9 p.m.GRADES 6-12 LOCATION RoyFEE $10 per girl, $10 per adult, $22 per Non-Girl ScoutLIMIT 50DEADLINE May 13SU Suncrest Service UnitCONTACT Irish Billings, [email protected], 801-920-5702

Painting Badge Workshop for Brownies

Learn what it takes to unleash your creativity through the stroke of a brush. Spend an afternoon at Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum learning the different techniques and styles of painting. Enhance your artistic skills and study significant periods of art history. Discovery Gateway will provide the supplies and inspiration to paint a landscape or portrait of your own. Get in touch with your artistic side and see what you can accomplish! Girls gain confidence as they express themselves through art. You will complete the requirements for the Painting badge. Fee includes art supplies, admission into the museum, and Painting badge.

DATE June 25TIME 3-6 p.m.GRADES 2-3, Adult LOCATION Discovery Gateway Children’s MuseumFEE $15 per girl; free for adultsLIMIT 15DEADLINE June 11CONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected], 801-891-8379

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Junior FIRST® Lego® Summer Team

Join the Girl Scout summer Lego® team and uncover the fun! Become a mad scientist as you explore the science of nature’s fury. Be an engineer as you investigate simple machines. Build a model made with Lego® elements and a motorized part. Best of all, invite your friends and family to see what you have learned at the end of the session. Discover cool, new things about yourself and the world, make new friends, and learn how to solve problems. Needed: Two volunteer event assistants or Volunteers–in–Training.

DATE July 3-August 7 (weekly)TIME 5:30-6:30 p.m.GRADES 1-3 LOCATION NUSC, RiverdaleFEE $10 per girl, free for adultsLIMIT 25DEADLINE June 26CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

Making Waves

The health of the oceans is something that affects everyone, everywhere. By learning about the ocean and its inhabitants, you are taking steps towards safeguarding its future. Join The Living Planet Aquarium for a fun-filled evening exploring the ocean’s creatures, learning ways you can help these animals, and discovering how you’re connected to the ocean.

DATE July 11 TIME 4:45-7 p.m.GRADES 4-6, Adults LOCATION The Living Planet Aquarium, Sandy FEE $15 per girl, free for adults LIMIT 20DEADLINE June 27CONTACT Brandy Strand, [email protected], 801-716-5160

LAGOON Day

I love being active

and having fun!

(see page 11)

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Girl Scout Open House at BYU’s Museum of Peoples and Cultures

Join us at BYU’s Museum of Peoples and Cultures for a day of learning and fun! Explore and participate in hands-on activities. Current exhibitions include Entwined: A Vibrant Heritage of the Modern Maya, featuring textiles from the Maya people in Guatemala and Mexico, and Concealing Faces: Revealing Expressions, featuring masks from Mexico. Relating to other cultures prepares girls to develop healthy relationships. The event is free, but you need to register in advance.

DATE July 12 TIME 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. GRADES K–12, Families, and Friends LOCATION BYU’s Museum of Peoples and Cultures, ProvoFEE FREELIMIT 200DEADLINE July 10CONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected], 801-891-8379

Inside Government

Do you ever wonder exactly what government is and what it does? Here’s your chance to go behind the scenes and learn how to be an active citizen! Explore laws that effect you every day, meet people who work in government, and be active in government yourself! All participants will earn the Inside Government Badge from the Girl Scouts of Utah.

DATE July 12TIME 1-5 p.m. GRADES 4-5 LOCATION Pleasant Valley Branch Library, Washington TerraceFEE $5 per personLIMIT 20DEADLINE June 28CONTACT Brandy Strand, [email protected], 801-716-5160

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Launching into our next 101 years!

Girl Scouts of Utah wants to give each girl the

opportunity to reach her full potential and inspire

her to great things. As we work together inviting

more girls into Girl Scouting, we will truly make a

world of difference for Utah’s girls!

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Girl Scout Lagoon Day

This isn’t your ordinary day at Lagoon… it’s Girl Scout Lagoon Day and we want to flood the park with Rollercoaster-riding, Bumper car-bumping, Jet Star-jammin’ Girl Scouts! As if all the Lagoon attractions aren’t enough, we’re throwing in some extra fun. All participating Girl Scouts will receive a free pedometer, you can wear it all day and log your steps. The Girl Scout with the most steps will receive a prize. As you’re making tracks all over the park, Girl Scout staff members will be on the lookout for you! Wear a hat, t-shirt, or anything else that shows your Girl Scout spirit and you might be spotted to win a free prize! Register in advance or purchase tickets at Lagoon from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Activity credits will be accepted for this event. Everyone is welcome! Bring your family and friends!

DATE July 13TIME 10 a.m.-10 p.m. GRADES K-12, Families, and Friends LOCATION LagoonFEE $40 per personLIMIT 500DEADLINE Registration is ongoing, no deadlineCONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected] 801-891-8379

Hike and Backpack Cache (a series)

Come see the beautiful canyons of Cache National Forest in the best way possible: by hiking and backpacking! Start with a 3-hour hike and work up weekly to a 3-day, 2-night backpack trip. See gorgeous wildflowers, wind-carved caves, fossils, sinks, tiger salamanders, cliffs, waterfalls and fabulous vistas. Earn parts of the Cadette Trailblazing and Trees badges, and the Senior Adventurer badge. The trails we will visit include Wind Caves, Bunchgrass Creek, Naomi Peak and High Creek Lake. Fee covers meals and a patch or walking stick medallion. All participants should be in good physical condition and able to hike 3-4 miles per day. Visit http://www.cachegirlscouts.com for additional information or to register. GSU is not accepting registrations for this event. Cache Service Unit volunteers are hosting this event.

DATE July 11 (10 a.m. - 2 p.m.) July 18 (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.) July 26-27 (10 a.m.- 12 p.m.) August 1-3 (10 a.m.-5 p.m.) GRADES 6-12LOCATION Logan Canyon FEE $30 per person, $42 per non-Girl ScoutLIMIT 31DEADLINE July 1CONTACT Sarina, 801-671-3810

Lights, Camera, Action!

Delve into the exciting world of digital movies. Learn both the art and science behind the craft to earn your Digital Arts badge. You’ll work with industry experts, gain insider knowledge on all the latest trends and techniques, and master cutting edge technologies all while creating your very own short movie! Badges available for purchase at any Girl Scout Shop.

DATE July 13 TIME 1-3 p.m. GRADES 6-8LOCATION The Leonardo Museum FEE $15 per girl; free for adultsLIMIT 25DEADLINE June 28CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

Planning My Future – Get Started!

Learn how to plan your future! How much will it cost to go to college? What will you earn in your dream job? Will you have enough money to own your own home and car? It takes planning to be successful! Girl Scouts of Utah’s Junior Achievement (JA) Program uses hands-on experiences—you’ll learn about money, taxes, salaries and discover how to maintain a personal budget. After the learning series, you’ll attend JA City simulation at the Gateway in Salt Lake City. You will be able to practice all your new skills. Get a job, go to the bank, buy a car – or maybe not. Do you have what it takes to live in the real world? DATE July 20TIME Saturday at 9 a.m.GRADES 6-8FEE freeLOCATION Salt Lake CityLIMIT 100DEADLINE July 10 to register: www.gsutah.orgCONTACT Raquel Lee [email protected]

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Drawing Badge Workshop for Juniors

Art is communication and expression; it is about discovering yourself through creativity. See what you can accomplish through the visual art of drawing. Spend an afternoon at Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum studying the diverse techniques and styles of drawing. Learn about shading, perspective, and experiment with different mediums and materials. During this class you will create your own masterpiece, which will then be put on display in the museum. You will also leave with your own artist portfolio. Get ready to see where your artistic side leads you! You will complete the requirements for the Drawing badge. Fee includes art supplies, admission into the museum, and Drawing badge.

DATE July 23 TIME 3-6 p.m. GRADES 4-5, AdultsLOCATION Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum FEE $15 per girl, free for adultsLIMIT 15DEADLINE July 9CONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected], 801-891-8379

Painting Badge Workshop for Brownies

Learn what it takes to unleash your creativity through the stroke of a brush. Spend an afternoon at Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum learning the different techniques and styles of painting. Enhance your artistic skills and study significant periods of art history. Discovery Gateway will provide the supplies and inspiration to paint a landscape or portrait of your own. Get in touch with your artistic side and see what you can accomplish! Girls gain confidence as they express themselves through art. You will complete all of the Painting badge requirements. Fee includes art supplies, admission into the museum, and Painting badge.

DATE July 30 TIME 3-6 p.m. GRADES 2-3, AdultLOCATION Discovery Gateway Children’s MuseumFEE $15 per girl; free for adultsLIMIT 15DEADLINE July 16CONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected], 801-891-8379

Which of the following 6 statements is false about Girl Scout Founder, Juliette?1. Juliette was a talented artist who became a skilled painter and sculptor.2. Juliette’s “camp name” was Daisy.3. She was the second of five children.4. One of Juliette’s special skills was standing on her head. She stood on her head

every year on her birthday to prove she could still do it, and also celebrated nieces’ and nephews’ birthdays by standing on her head.

5. She had many pets throughout her life and was particularly fond of exotic birds, Georgia mockingbirds, and dogs.

6. Juliette was an inventor. In 1912, she took out a patent for a “Pluto Bag,” a trash can for liquids.

Juliette Gordon Low

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Next year, mORE ThAN 10,000 GIRL SCOuTS, ADuLTS, AND GIRL

SCOuT ALumNAE FROm ALL OVER ThE WORLD WILL mEET

hERE IN SALT LAkE CITy to attend the Girl Scout National Convention!

October 16-19, 2014

Plan a UEA “staycation” with your family, and be a part of this historic event!

For volunteer opportunities contact [email protected]

For sponsorship opportunities contact [email protected]

For more information visit www.gustah.org2014SALT LAKE CITY

GIRL SCOUTNATIONAL CONVENTION

is coming to

HAvE yoU HEArD?

National Convention is coming to Salt Lake!

Volunteer and meet Girl Scouts

from around the world!

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Textile Artist Badge Workshop for Seniors

Get a great start on the textile artist badge! Join us at BYU’s Museum of Peoples and Cultures for a workshop exploring textiles of the Maya. You’ll tour Entwined: A Vibrant Heritage of the Modern Maya, featuring textiles from the Maya people in Guatemala and Mexico, create a small weaving project, and try your hand at dyeing with natural materials. Girls gain confidence as they express themselves through art.

DATE August 2 TIME 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. GRADES 9-10, AdultLOCATION BYU’s Museum of Peoples and Cultures, Provo FEE $5 per girl; free for adultsLIMIT 20DEADLINE July 31CONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected], 801-891-8379

Slimy yet Satisfying: Science in the Kitchen!

Pyrex or petri dish? Scientist or chef? Here, you won’t have to decide! Get the best of both worlds while working toward your Home Scientist or Simple Meals badge. Work with The Leonardo’s adventuresome food scientists and explore the futuristic world of molecular gastronomy (the science of food). You’ll even get to test the limits of culinary design by creating your very own lab coat-worthy delights! DATE August 3 TIME 1 -3 p.m. GRADES 6-8 LOCATION The Leonardo MuseumFEE $15 per girl; free for adults LIMIT 20DEADLINE July 31CONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected], 801-891-8379

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Culinary CREATIONS

Watch out mom, there’s a new chef in the kitchen. (see below)

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Dash for Organ Donation Service Project

Would you like to learn about organ and tissue donation and help save lives? Get involved with the Dash for Organ Donation 2013! For the past 17 years this event has raised public awareness about the critical need for organ and tissue donors. Girl Scouts will receive age-appropriate information about organ and tissue donation and can be an event volunteer. The event will be held at two locations: Sugar House Park in Salt Lake City and Weber State University in Ogden. A good time is guaranteed! GSU is not accepting registrations for this event. There are over 120,000 Americans currently waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant; how can you help spread the word about the importance of being an organ donor?

DATE August 3 TIME 7-10 a.m. GRADES 6-12 FEE FREELIMIT 20DEADLINE July 18CONTACT Email or call Deedra to register: [email protected] or 801-478-7349

Microscopes, Mystery, and Meteors

Explore the world of science and technology with the Girl Scouts! Be a detective while examining fingerprints and learning crime scene investigation techniques. Do a dissection and discover the world at a microscopic level. Rock-out at a star party and examine the night sky through a telescope. Create a unique mechanism to protect an egg from breaking after being hurled from a bridge. Savor the taste of homemade ice cream made with your friends. Choose two exciting workshop options. Juniors have a chance to earn part of the Detective badge and Cadettes can earn parts of the Special Agent and Night Owl badges. Enjoy dinner and awesome giveaways. Badges available for purchase at any Girl Scout Shop.

DATE August 9 TIME 4:30-9 p.m. GRADES 4-8 LOCATION The Natural History MuseumFEE $15 per girl; free for adults LIMIT 70DEADLINE July 26 CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

Water World

Our world is covered mostly in water. Take a journey with The Living Planet Aquarium as we travel through the world’s many watery environments. Learn the importance of water in everyday life, where our water comes from and how you can help the world by not wasting a single drop.

DATE August 15 TIME 4:30-7 p.m. GRADES 2-3 LOCATION The Living Planet Aquarium FEE $15 per girl, free for adults LIMIT 20DEADLINE August 1 CONTACT Brandy Strand, [email protected], 801-716-5160

Drawing Badge Workshop for Juniors

Art is communication and expression; it is about discovering yourself through creativity. See what you can accomplish through the visual art of drawing. Spend an afternoon at Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum studying the diverse techniques and styles of drawing. Learn about shading, perspective, and experiment with different mediums and materials. During this class you will create your own masterpiece, which will then be put on display in the museum. You will also leave with your own artist portfolio. Get ready to see where your artistic side leads you! Girls gain confidence as they express themselves through art. You will complete the requirements for the Drawing badge. Fee includes art supplies, admission into the museum, and Drawing badge.

DATE August 20 TIME 3-6 p.m. GRADES 4-5, Adult LOCATION Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum FEE $15 per girl, free for adults LIMIT 15DEADLINE August 6 CONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected], 801-891-8379

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Painting Badge Workshop for Brownies

Learn what it takes to unleash your creativity through the stroke of a brush. Spend an afternoon at Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum learning the different techniques and styles of painting. Enhance your artistic skills and study significant periods of art history. Discovery Gateway will provide the supplies and inspiration to paint a landscape or portrait of your own. Get in touch with your artistic side and see what you can accomplish! Girls gain confidence as they express themselves through art. You will complete all of the Painting badge requirements. Fee includes art supplies, admission into the museum, and Painting badge.

DATE August 27 TIME 3-6 p.m.GRADES 2-3, Adult LOCATION Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum FEE $15 per girl, free for adults LIMIT 15DEADLINE August 13CONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected], 801-891-8379

Tracy Aviary Animal Habitats Badge Workshop

Come enjoy an afternoon filled with discovery and surprises at Tracy Aviary as their expert’s help you explore the in-and-outs of our local feathered wildlife and the habitats they call home. While earning your Junior Animal Habitats badge, you’ll get to learn how birds survive in so many different habitats, what challenges those environments are facing, and how you can help. You’ll even get to make some crafts to help you build a bird habitat in your very own back yard! Badges may be purchased at any Girl Scout shop. Private workshop sessions are available depending on staff availability and group size. GSU is not accepting registrations for this event.

DATE August 31 TIME 1-5 p.m.GRADES 4-5, Adults LOCATION Tracy Aviary FEE $15 per girl, free for adults LIMIT 15DEADLINE August 24CONTACT Please visit http://www.tracyaviary.org to enroll online or call 801-596-8500 for more information.

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What can you do for a girl? Invest in her potential! At Girl Scouts of Utah, we are building a culture of philanthropy and encouraging all who believe in the Girl Scout mission to take an active role in giving. We all have a responsibility to ensure that every girl can have the Girl Scout experience.

It costs the Girl Scouts of utah $488 per year to support each girl. Our Cookie Program, events and camp fees raise about $423 per girl. This means that each year we need to raise funds to support the remaining $65 cost per girl. Your gift will make a difference to every girl; just ask a girl who would not otherwise be able to go to camp, have a uniform, or even be a Girl Scout without your support.

As part of the Girl Scout family, you know that Girl Scouting helps ordinary girls do extraordinary things. With your help, we can get another girl started on her own path to extraordinary.

Thank you for the many ways you choose to support Girl Scouting!

For more information about contributing, please contact the Girl Scouts of Utah Development Office at (801) 716-5126. Don’t forget to ask your employer if they will match your gift!

What Can a Girl Do? A World of Good!A girl today can believe in herself, inspire change, take the lead, serve, and make a difference!

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Women of the Wilderness – She and Me Minicamp

Are you ready for an adventure? If so, this is the session for you! You and your favorite adult female will decide how you want to spend your weekend at camp! Polar bear dip? Why not! Sunrise hike to Mt. Majestic? You bet! Night games? Yah buddy! Time by the Waterfront? Sure thing! Bring your adventurous spirit and get ready for a jam-packed weekend!

DATE September 6-7TIME Friday at 5:30 p.m. to Saturday at 3 p.m. GRADES K–12, Adults LOCATION Camp Cloud RimFEE $35 per personLIMIT 70DEADLINE August 23CONTACT Carly Cahoon, [email protected], 801-716-5089

Advocacy Program Training

How do you get your girls inspired to make a change in the world? How do you encourage your girls to be leaders? This training will focus on the Advocacy program offerings, the outcomes of those programs, and brainstorming on other great opportunities you can do with your girls. We will delve into the Breathe Leadership Journey for Cadettes and explore how we can implement Leadership Journeys for the maximum impacts.

DATE September 11 TIME 6-8 p.m. GRADES Adults LOCATION NUSC, OgdenLIMIT 25DEADLINE September 4 CONTACT Brandy Strand, [email protected], 801-716-5160

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A Day Without

We want to inspire you to make a change in the world! This event will open up a discussion of what other people live without that many of us take for granted. Walk without shoes, build a home out of card board, experience the feeling of breathing with one lung, and the pains of hunger. Girls will participate in activities that are hands-on and people of all ages will be inspired to help others.

DATE September 14 TIME 12-4 p.m. GRADES K-12 LOCATION Brigham CityFEE $15 per girls, free for adultsLIMIT 100DEADLINE August 31CONTACT Brandy Strand, [email protected], 801-716-5160

Geo-What! Minicamp

Come find out why geocaching is an awesome new way to explore the outdoors! You’ll learn the basics of geocaching on Friday night and then take off Saturday and use your new skills to locate caches, set your own caches, and then go on a treasure hunt around camp! note: Juniors will not complete their Geocaching badge during this program. they will work on pieces of the badge.

DATE September 13-14 TIME Friday at 5:30 p.m. to Saturday at 3 p.m. GRADES 4–8, Adult (girl only; girl/adult; troop) LOCATION Trefoil Ranch FEE $35 per person LIMIT 30DEADLINE August 30CONTACT Carly Cahoon, [email protected], 801-716-5089

Dancing Scientist

Join The Leonardo Museum and learn new moves and science too, all while jamming to your favorite tunes! Explore the science behind hip hop, ballet, the two-step, and more, then top off a dance-tastic day by creating your very own dancing robot. Earn your Dancer or Staying Fit badge. Badges available for purchase at any Girl Scout Shop.

DATE September 14 TIME 1-3 p.m. GRADES 2-5 LOCATION The Leonardo Museum FEE $15 per girl; free for adults LIMIT 25DEADLINE August 30CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

Once Upon a Time

Prepare for a festival of fun! Arrive dressed as your favorite storybook character. You may choose to be a fairy tale princess, an adventurous pirate, a wizard, or anything else from your favorite classic story. Then make your way through carnival-style booths, games, crafts and activities. Don’t worry – there will be snacks and treats too. You will receive tickets to use for your favorite activities so the choice will be yours on how to spend the afternoon full of make-believe fun! To register, contact Sylvia Cuthbert at [email protected]. GSU is not accepting registrations for this event; Sunrise Service Unit volunteers are hosting this event.

DATE September 14 TIME 1-4 p.m.GRADES K-6, Adult LOCATION American Fork FEE $20 per girl, $5 for adults, $30 for non-Girl Scouts LIMIT 100DEADLINE August 30SU SunriseCONTACT Sylvia Cuthbert, [email protected]

Wilderness Warriors – He and Me Minicamp

Do you have what it takes to be a Wilderness Warrior? If so, grab your favorite adult male and get ready for an epic weekend at Camp Cloud Rim! We will cook dinner outside then spend the rest of the night learning about and making your own camouflage, learning about nocturnal animals, and playing night games. Wake up early for an optional polar bear dip or a sunrise hike to Mt. Majestic. Spend your day doing activities such as: paddling on the lake, hiking, learning to build fires, and so much more!

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DATE September 20-21 or September 21-22 TIME Friday at 5:30 p.m. to Saturday at 3 p.m. or Saturday at 5:30 p.m. to Sunday at 3 p.m. GRADES K-12, Adults LOCATION CampCloud Rim FEE $45 per person (fee includes t-shirt) LIMIT 70 per session DEADLINE September 6CONTACT Carly Cahoon, [email protected], 801-716-5089

Hawks in Flight

Join Hawk Watch International and explore the wild world of raptors. Travel on a weekend trip to Commissary Ridge, Wyoming and learn how to identify raptors with binoculars as they travel on their migration south for the winter. Hopefully, you will even get to release a raptor from your very own hands. You will camp at a primitive campground and cook over a campfire. There will be three Hawk Watch International staff members and Carly Cahoon from the Girls Scouts of Utah in attendance. A pre-trip meeting will be held on September 12 at the CrC at 7- 8:30 p.m.to prepare for what to expect.

DATE September 20-22 TIME 4:30-3 p.m.GRADES 4–8 (girl only) LOCATION Commissary Ridge, Wyoming FEE $175 per person LIMIT 12 DEADLINE August 30CONTACT Carly Cahoon, [email protected], 801-716-5089

Home Scientist

The Natural History Museum of Utah is where science meets fun! Try your hand at being a scientist in this great workshop. You’ll create chemical reactions, investigate solids and gasses, experiment with paper chromatography, test bubbles, and explore static electricity as you earn your Home Scientist badge. Be sure girls have eaten prior to attending workshop. Badges available for purchase at any Girl Scout Shop.

DATE September 25 GRADES 2-3 LOCATION The Natural History Museum FEE $15 per girl; free for adults LIMIT 35 DEADLINE September 13CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

Plant Power!

Investigate the amazing power of plants at the Natural History Museum of Utah and earn your Flower Badge. Explore the world of plants from the tiny scale of cells to the structure of individual plants to entire ecosystems. After examining plants in one our learning labs, you’ll go on a plant hunt to identify plants, inspect flowers and root systems, and discover plant adaptations. Be sure girls have eaten prior to attending the workshop. Badges available for purchase at any Girl Scout Shop.

DATE September 25 TIME 6-8 p.m. GRADES 4-5LOCATION The Natural History Museum FEE $15 per girl; adults freeLIMIT 35DEADLINE September 13CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

Art-A-Rama Minicamp

Spend the weekend enjoying the fall weather at Camp Cloud Rim while creating your own little masterpieces of artwork! Learn how to capture the gorgeous fall scenery by painting it on canvas using acyclic paint. Create unique pieces of jewelry including a hair barrette, necklace, and bracelet. You will also have time to enjoy paddling on the lake and hiking. You’ll have so much to do you’ll never want to leave!

DATE September 27-28 TIME Friday at 5:30 p.m. to Saturday at 3 p.m. GRADES K–12, Adults (girl only; girl/adult; troop)LOCATION CampCloud Rim FEE $40 per personLIMIT 70DEADLINE September 13CONTACT Carly Cahoon, [email protected], 801-716-5089

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Zoo Snooze

Come spend the night at the Zoo! During your Zoo Snooze you will enjoy a staff-led tour of the Zoo grounds and meet some of our animal ambassadors. After exploring the zoo by flashlight, you’ll roll out your sleeping bags in the fabulous new Rocky Shores exhibit! During the overnight program Girl Scouts learn about wildlife through activities, an overnight tour and a zoo keeper talk in the morning. Program fee includes evening snack, sleepover and a continental breakfast. If you wish to go to the zoo on September 28, you will pay the admisssion fee to the zoo.

DATE September 27–28 TIME Friday at 7 p.m. to Saturday at 9 a.m. GRADES 2–12 (girls with adults can attend)LOCATION Utah’s Hoogle Zoo FEE $55 per personLIMIT 50DEADLINE September 1CONTACT Brandy Strand, [email protected], 801-716-5160

Tracy Aviary Animal Helpers Badge Workshop

If you love animals—especially birds—and want to explore the ways they impact and help humans, this workshop is for you. The afternoon will be spent working towards earning the Animal Helpers badge and along the way you will meet some of our most charming birds up close, discover the intimate ties that bind humans to the amazing animals that live all around us and make new friends in the process. Badges may be purchased at any Girl Scout shop. Private workshop sessions are available depending on staff availability and group size. GSU is not accepting registrations for this event.

DATE September 28th TIME 1-5 p.m. GRADES 6-8LOCATION The Tracy Aviary FEE $15 per girl, no cost for adult leaders accompany-

ing troops of 5 or more girls; adults accompanying troops of 5 or fewer or individual girls must pay standard rate admission.

LIMIT 15DEADLINE September 21CONTACT Please visit http://www.tracyaviary.org to enroll online or call 801-596-8500.

Project U

Are you ready for a day of inspiration to explore your aspirations? Project U is a leadership conference where girls work together in interactive workshops and attend presentations by inspiring female leaders in their community. Project U will give girls a taste of college life, encouraging academic and leadership success. Through guided art expressions and self-worth reinforcements around being a friend first, girls will learn how to be their own best personal self and make positive life choices.

DATE TBAGRADES K-12, Adult CONTACT Raquel Lee, [email protected] or 801-716-5121

• Girls discover the fun, friendship, and power of working together.

• Girls have opportunities to develop their full potential.

• Girls have opportunities to learn how to relate to others with increased understanding, skill, and respect.

• Girls have opportunities to develop positive values.

• Girls contribute to the improvement of society through Take Action projects.

• Girls have a place to belong.

The Girl Scout Leadership Experience engages girls in discovering themselves, connecting with others, and taking action to make the world a better place. To facilitate this leadership experience, Girl Scout activities are delivered through a process that is girl led, cooperative, and/or involves learning by doing.

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Create Your Own Badge: Geology Rocks!

Calling all rock hounds! Explore the incredible world of rocks and minerals at the Natural History Museum of Utah as you create and earn your own badge. You’ll examine the layers of the Earth; investigate the differences between igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks; discover your soil sense; examine fossils, and if time allows, go on a tour of our amazing land gallery. Get ready to rock out! Badges available for purchase at any Girl Scout Shop.

DATE October 5 TIME 10 a.m.-12 p.m. GRADES 2–3 LOCATION The Natural History MuseumFEE $15 per girl; free for adults LIMIT 35DEADLINE October 1 CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

Animal Habitat Explorations

There’s an amazing ecosystem in your backyard! Get to know some of the many plants, insects, and animals that make their homes in the foothills as you earn your Animal Habitats badge at the Natural History Museum of Utah. You’ll investigate predator and prey relationships, life cycles, behaviors, and different foothill habitats through outdoor explora-tions, activities, games, and crafts. Badges available for purchase at any Girl Scout Shop.

DATE October 5 TIME 10 a.m.-12 p.m. GRADES 4-5LOCATION The Natural History MuseumFEE $15 per girl; free for adults LIMIT 35DEADLINE October 1 CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

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Embrace Yourself – Embrace Your Dreams! Explore YOUR strengths and passions with the guidance of today’s successful women, including Girl Scouts of Utah’s CEO, Cathleen Sparrow. Explore your dreams and discover how you can take your dream and make it a re-ality. Spend three days at camp participating in leadership and camp activities while building relationships with others who have made their dreams come true. Contact Brandy Strand to apply.

DATE October 10-12 TIME TBA GRADES 9 -12LOCATION Trefoil Ranch FEE Free LIMIT 30 DEADLINE July 31 CONTACT Brandy Strand, [email protected], 801-716-5160 There are limited spots for this program.

Roar and Snore

Join the Natural History Museum of Utah for an unforgettable evening among the exhibits! We’ll begin the night with several hands-on science explorations. A late night snack will be next before heading off for a treasure hunt. Then, unroll your sleeping bag beneath a giant spiral of DNA, a case of sparkling butterflies, or the watchful eyes of an elk. Before you settle in for the night, gather around a virtual campfire for a story. The next morning, enjoy a continental breakfast and then set out for the rest of your day full of memories of your sleepover adventure!

DATE October 11 TIME 6:30 p.m. Friday to 8:30 a.m. Saturday GRADES 2-7 LOCATION University of Utah FEE $50 per girl; $50 per adult LIMIT 100DEADLINE October 8CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

Canoe Adventure – U.E.A. Weekend

Spend your fall break enjoying the sunshine and the amazing fall weather as you take on a four day, three night canoe trip on the Green River in Labyrinth Canyon. By the end of this adventure you’ll feel confident in your backcountry and paddling skills. Transportation is provided from the Girl Scout office in Salt Lake City to Labyrinth Canyon. This is a beginner trip so no canoe or camping experience is necessary.

DATE October 16-20 TIME Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. to Sunday at 6 p.m. GRADES 6–12 (girl only)LOCATION Labyrinth Canyon FEE $300 per person LIMIT 16 DEADLINE October 2CONTACT Carly Cahoon, [email protected], 801-716-5089

U.E.A. Staycation

Girl Scout Juniors and Cadettes are invited to go on an urban hiking adventure in Salt Lake City. Ride TRAx throughout the Salt Lake Valley for two days and learn the importance of being “Green.” On Thursday we will visit the University of Utah’s College of Engineering and the College of Science where we will probe into the vortex of our imaginations, afterwards we will explore the great outdoors and our expansive changing fall colors. Friday will take us into the world of living healthy where we will taste and experience the realms of making good choices, we will end our day with discovering the role of government, its impact on our community, and how YOU can get involved and make the change you see is needed in our world. Girls will need to bring a lunch both days. Juniors can start earning the Independence Badge and Cadettes can start earning the Eating for Beauty Badge. This will be a Staycation to remember!

DATE October 17 and/or October 18 TIME A.M. Extended Care 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. Full Day 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. P.M. Extended Care 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. GRADES 4-8LOCATION A.M. and P.M. Extended Care: CRC, Murray 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Salt Lake Area FEE A.M. Extended Care: $5 per day 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. program: $25 per day A.M. Extended Care: $5 per day LIMIT 30 DEADLINE October 2CONTACT Brandy Strand, [email protected], 801-716-5160

Archery Adventure Minicamp

Archery is a great sport for girls, building confidence, and coordination. In this adventure minicamp, you will make a quiver to hold your arrows, design your own target, learn proper archery form and technique, play archery games and learn to score in a friendly competition of skill. Listen to stories about real and fictional female archers, and make archery a part of your own story. As part of the It’s Your Story, Tell It! Journey, participants will also learn about gender stereotyping and how to bust through the limits they place on girls and women, especially in sports and in the media.

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DATE October 25-26 TIME Friday at 5:30 p.m. to Saturday at 3 p.m. GRADES 4-8 (girl only)LOCATION Trefoil Ranch FEE $40 per person LIMIT 35 DEADLINE October 11CONTACT Carly Cahoon, [email protected] , 801-716-5089

Tracy Aviary Animal Habitats Badge Workshop

Come enjoy an afternoon filled with discovery and surprises at Tracy Aviary as experts help you explore the in-and-outs of our local feathered wildlife and the habitats they call home. While earning your Junior Animal Habitats badge, you’ll get to meet some of our favorite feathered friends up close and personal as you learn how birds survive in so many different habitats, what challenges those environments are facing and how you can help. You’ll even get to make some crafts to help you build a bird habitat in your very own back yard! Badges may be purchased at any Girl Scout shop. Private workshop sessions are available depending on staff availability and group size. GSU is not accepting registrations for this event.

DATE October 26 TIME 1-5 p.m.. GRADES 4-5 LOCATION Tracy Aviary FEE $15 per girl, no cost for adult leaders

accompanying troops of 5 or more girls; adults accompanying troops of 5 or fewer, or individual girls must pay standard rate admission. LIMIT 15

DEADLINE October 19CONTACT Please visit http://www.tracyaviary.org to enroll online or call 801-596-8500 for more information.

Make a Difference Day

Join us, in a day of service to celebrate our founder, Juliette Gordon Low’s birthday, as well as National “Make a Difference” Day! Statewide we’ll be Trick-or-Treating for food to be donated to local food pantries throughout the state. Troops will be asked to distribute fliers and donation bags in their neighborhoods the week of October 14th-19th with event details and instructions for donations. Girls and leaders will then return in costume on Saturday, October 26th to collect donations and do some “reverse trick-or-treating.” Cost includes event patch, refreshments, and donation to JLWFF. GSU in not accepting registrations for this event. This event is being co-hosted by Suncrest Service Unit. If you service unit would like to organize your own area event please contact Marie Grogan. DATE October 26TIME 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.GRADES K-12FEE $5 per girlLOCATION TBADEADLINE October 4SERVICE UNIT Suncrest Service UnitCONTACT Marie Grogan, [email protected],

801-643-4508

Girl scouts worldwide will be celebrating Juliette’s birthday with numerous celebrations and events. What will you or your group do? these thoughts from our CeO anna Maria Chávez may inspire you: “What a life she led. Daisy low was a visionary, and she remains an inspiration to me and to so many of us

in Girl scouting. all of us in the Girl scout Movement owe Daisy low a debt of gratitude, and i know that the vision she had for the girls of savannah, and all of america, and all the world lives on in all of us who carry Girl scouting forward into a new century.”

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Future Legislators

How is a bill created and made into law? Come spend the night with fellow Girl Scouts and learn how to find common ground in a democratic government. Legislators Jennifer Seelig and Rebecca Chavez-Houck from the Utah House of Representatives will join us to explore the process of creating a bill and making it into law. Before we go to sleep on Friday we will create leadership teams and committees and on Saturday we will take an urban hiking adventure to the Utah State Capitol to present and debate your bill on the floor. All participants will earn the Finding Common Ground badge.

DATE November 1-2TIME Friday at 6 p.m. to Saturday at 4 p.m. GRADES 6-8 LOCATION Salt Lake City, CRCFEE $35 per personLIMIT 20DEADLINE October 18CONTACT Brandy Strand, [email protected], 801-716-5160

O.W.L.-Backpacking Adventure

Spend the weekend learning the basics of backpacking on one of Utah’s hiking trails! We will begin our outdoor adventure Friday night as we set up camp near the trailhead and cook on outdoor stoves. Saturday will be spent hiking and enjoying each other’s company in the great outdoors! We will campout Saturday night and then start our hike back on Sunday. By the end of the weekend you’ll be a backpacking guru! *Location will depend on snow conditions at elevation. Girls will meet at Salt Lake City office if we are not able to backpack in the Salt Lake City area.

DATE November 1-3TIME Friday at 5:30 p.m. to Sunday at 6 p.m. GRADES 6–12 (girl only) LOCATION Salt Lake CityFEE $150 per personLIMIT 16DEADLINE October 16CONTACT Carly Cahoon, [email protected], 801-716-5089

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Come to Your Senses

You are a scientific wonder! Investigate the human body and discover how we perceive the world using our senses with the Natural History Museum of Utah. Listen to your heartbeat, make a map of your tongue, and follow the digestive process while learning about healthy food choices.

DATE November 2TIME 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. GRADES 2-3 LOCATION The Natural History Museum FEE $15 per girl, free for adultLIMIT 35DEADLINE October 30CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

Scientific Drawing

In this workshop with the Natural History Museum of Utah, you’ll practice carefully observing the features of plants and learn basic techniques for accurately drawing them from a scientific illustrator. We’ll experiment with different materials and get some perspective on how to capture your artistic observations. No previous drawing experience or skills required. Drawing Badges available for purchase at any Girl Scout Shop.

DATE November 2TIME 10 a.m.-12 p.m. GRADES 4-5 LOCATION The Natural History Museum FEE $15 per girl, free for adultsLIMIT 35DEADLINE October 30CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

Juliette Investiture Ceremony

Juliettes and their families only, please. You are invited to a special ceremony just for Juliettes!* Investiture ceremonies are a treasured Girl Scout tradition where girls get their shiny new Girl Scout pins, learn the Girl Scout handshake, and make the Girl Scout Promise. Whether you are a seasoned Girl Scout or new this year, come meet other Juliettes and we’ll kickoff the new Girl Scout year together. Bring your family and friends. This event is free to all but you still need to register in advance. Girl Scout pin and refreshments will be provided! *Juliettes are Girl Scouts of all grade levels who are not affiliated with a troop.

DATE November 8 TIME 7-8 p.m.GRADES Juliettes in grades K-12 and families LOCATION Riverdale Girl Scout Office FEE FREE LIMIT 50DEADLINE November 1CONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected], 801-891-8379

Nature Nuts–You and She Minicamp

Discover the great outdoors at Trefoil Ranch with your favorite adult female! You’ll get in tune with nature and build on your outdoor skills! Explore the wildlife at camp as you go on a hike and explore animal tracks and habitats, enjoy a lunch cookout, design your own nature–inspired art project, and make your own trail mix. This weekend is going to be jam–packed with nature goodness!

DATE November 8-9 TIME Friday at 5:30 p.m. to Saturday at 3 p.m. GRADES K–5, Adult LOCATION Trefoil Ranch FEE $35 per person LIMIT 70DEADLINE October 25CONTACT Carly Cahoon, [email protected], 801-716-5089

Playing the Past Badge Workshop for Juniors

Live the life of a young lady at Camp Floyd in 1861! Wear a hoop skirt and practice your manners at a tea party. Churn butter, make a lace collar, and spin wool while earning the Junior Playing the Past badge! Relating to the past helps girls define their place in the world and develop a stronger sense of self. Playing the Past badge is included. Bring a sack lunch.

DATE November 9 TIME 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.GRADES 4-5, Adults LOCATION Camp Floyd State Park, Utah County FEE $20 per girl, $5 per adult LIMIT 24DEADLINE November 1CONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected] , 801-891-8379

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Juliette Investiture Ceremony

Juliettes and their families only, please.You are invited to a special ceremony just for Juliettes!* Investiture ceremonies are a treasured Girl Scout tradition where girls get their shiny new Girl Scout pins, learn the Girl Scout handshake, and make the Girl Scout Promise. Whether you are a seasoned Girl Scout or new this year, come meet other Juliettes and we’ll kickoff the new Girl Scout year together. Bring your family and friends. This event is free to all but you still need to register in advance. Girl Scout pin and refreshments will be provided!*Juliettes are Girl Scouts of all grade levels who are not affiliated with a troop. DATE November 15 TIME 7-8 p.m.GRADES Juliettes in grades K-12 and families LOCATION Salt Lake Girl Scout Office FEE FREELIMIT 50DEADLINE November 8CONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected], 801-891-8379

Bugs Alive!

Discover the amazing world of insects at the Natural History Museum of Utah and earn your Bugs badge. You’ll meet live insects at the Museum, explore insect life cycles, create insect art, and more. You’ll “bee” an expert in all things buggy after this workshop! Badges are available for purchase at the Girl Scout Shops. DATE November 20TIME 6-8 p.m.GRADES 2-3 LOCATION The Natural History Museum FEE $15 per girl; free for adultsLIMIT 35DEADLINE October 11CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

Make Your Own Badge: Mad Science

Muahahaha! Unlock your inner mad scientist at this outrageously fun workshop at the Natural History Museum of Utah. Experiment with dry ice, chemical reactions, annoying sounds, and slimy substances too goopy to mention. Badges available for purchase at any Girl Scout Shop. DATE November 20TIME 6-8 p.m.GRADES 4-5 LOCATION The Natural History Museum FEE $15 per girl; free for adultsLIMIT 35DEADLINE October 11CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

Juliette Investiture Ceremony

Juliettes and their families only, please.You are invited to a special ceremony just for Juliettes!* Investiture ceremonies are a treasured Girl Scout tradition where girls get their shiny new Girl Scout pins, learn the Girl Scout handshake, and make the Girl Scout Promise. Whether you are a seasoned Girl Scout or new this year, come meet other Juliettes and we’ll kickoff the new Girl Scout year together. Bring your family and friends. This event is free to all but you still need to register in advance. Girl Scout pin and refreshments will be provided!*Juliettes are Girl Scouts of all grade levels who are not affiliated with a troop.

DATE November 22TIME 7-8 p.m.GRADES Juliettes in grades K-12 and familiesLOCATION American Fork Girl Scout Office FEE FREELIMIT 50DEADLINE November 15CONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected], 801-891-8379

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Girls, encourage your parents and troop leaders to attend one of these sessions – you will need their guidance as you work on your Gold, Silver, or Bronze Award! Have you wanted to work towards one of the higher award with your girls, but have been unsure of how to start the process or what is involved? How can you get your girls interested in Higher Awards? Have you worked towards a Higher Award with your girls and have feedback on the process? Do you need ideas to share with girls for Take Action projects? Come to this discussion group and help us to better serve you as you assist girls to achieve a Higher Award.

DATE NUSC-June 4 CRC-June 3 CUSC-June 17 TIME 6-7 p.m. FEE Free LIMIT 25 per locationDEADLINE May 29CONTACT Brandy Strand, [email protected],

801-716-5160

Advocacy Initiative Training

How can we all have a voice to make the change in the world that we see is needed? Are your girls interested in learning about how to protect our environment, helping others who are less fortunate, or how to talk with local leaders? This training will address our Advocacy Program Initiative, which covers all of these topics and more! We will cover the how-to’s of Leadership Journeys and badges you can use at your troop meetings, including tips and tricks for event planning. Hands-on activities will be used to illustrate the implementation of programs, utilizing the Breathe Leadership Journey for Cadettes.

DATE September 11TIME 6–8 p.m. LOCATION NUSC, OgdenFEE FREELIMIT 30DEADLINE September 4CONTACT Brandy Strand, [email protected] 801-716-5160

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STEM Initiative Training

Discover how to bring Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) to your girls in an exciting and fun way! Understand how explosions, the universe, Legos, and new technology are changing the world. We will teach you easy ways to plan activities around STEM…You don’t need to be a scientist!

DATE September 24TIME 6-8 p.m. LOCATION CRC, Salt Lake CityFEE FREELIMIT 30DEADLINE September 17CONTACT Allie Clark, [email protected], 801-716-5132

Going for The Gold Training

These information workshops will give you the tools you need to be successful in inspiring girls to obtain their Bronze, Silver, and Gold Award. Learn how to Take Action to make the world a better place. Take Action picks up where a service project ends. When you serve you fulfill an immediate need. That’s a good thing but when you stretch your legs and weave your web out beyond your own circle to create long-lasting change-you’re becoming an agent of change. That’s powerful!

DATE NUSC- September 24 CUSC- September 25 CRC- September 26TIME 6-8 p.m.FEE FREELIMIT 30DEADLINE September 16CONTACT Brandy Strand, [email protected], 801-716-5160

Healthy Living Initiative Training

Our girls are bombarded with false messages about who they “should” be and those messages are so loud that sometimes they can’t hear their own voice. Our healthy living initiative is about helping girls be true to themselves in the healthiest way possible. Come learn how to nurture the whole girl to help her achieve her potential!

DATE September 26TIME 6-8 p.m. LOCATION CUSC, American ForkFEE FREELIMIT 30DEADLINE September 19CONTACT Mindy Harmon, [email protected], 801-891-8379

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Take Action training is now online!

Explore the Take Action initiatives that provide an exciting framework for Bronze, Silver, and Gold awards and assist with group projects and the Journey program. Attend a training (http://bit.ly/10YuosE) or log on to our new online training site. >>> Go to our website www.gsutah.org and click on “for-adults.” In the dropdown select training-support and then online-trainings.

Get started today!

PA and VIT Trainings

Are you a Girl Scout Cadette, Senior or Ambassador interested in becoming a teen mentor?

Attend a Program Aide (PA) and Volunteer in Training (VIT) course and use your interests and experiences to teach and guide younger Girl Scouts. During your training, you will explore your leadership abilities through hands-on activities, skill building, and personal reflection for a fun and rewarding experience!

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JUNE

1 Broom Hockey and Graceful Gliders K-Adult 4:30-5:15 p.m. 6

1 Session 2 Graceful Gliders Ice Skating K-Adult 5:30-7 p.m. 6

3 It’s Time to “Take Action” Adult 6-7 p.m. 7

4 It’s Time to “Take Action” Adult 6-7 p.m. 7

6 A Tree, The Sea, and ME K-1,Adults 4:45-7 p.m. 7

8 Playing the Past Badge Workshop for Juniors 4-5, Adults 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 7

10 Girl #Chillaxin’ Time 6-12 6-7 p.m. 7

11 Girl #Chillaxin’ Time 6-12 6-7 p.m. 7

12 Girl #Chillaxin’ Time 6-12 6-7 p.m. 7

13 Etiquette Dinner 2-12 5:45-7:45 p.m. 7

15 Eco Art and Innovation 2-5 1-3 p.m. 8

17 It’s Time to “Take Action” Adult 6-7 p.m. 7

18 Drawing Badge Workshop for Juniors 4-5, Adult 3-6 p.m. 8

20-23 Utah Arts Festival K-Adult See description 8

24 Evening in Paradise 6-12 4-9 p.m. 8

25 Painting Badge Workshop for Brownies 2-3, Adult 3-6 p.m. 8

JULY

3/Weekly Junior FIRST® Lego® Summer Team 1-3 5:30-6:30 p.m. 9

11 Making Waves 4-6, Adult 4:45-7 p.m. 9

11 Hike and Backpack Cache (a series) 6-12 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 11

12 Open House at BYU’s Museum of Peoples and Cultures K-Adult 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 10

12 Inside Government 4-5 1-5 p.m. 10

13 Girl Scout Lagoon Day K-Adult 10 a.m.-10 p.m. 11

13 Lights, Camera, Action 6-8 1-3 p.m. 11

18 Hike and Backpack Cache (a series) 6-12 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 11

20 Planning My Future - Get Started! 6-8 9 a.m. 11

23 Drawing Badge Workshop for Juniors 4-5, Adults 3-6 p.m. 12

26-27 Hike and Backpack Cache (a series) 6-12 10 a.m.-Noon 11

30 Painting Badge Workshop for Brownies 2-3, Adults 3-6 p.m. 12

AUGUST

1-3 Hike and Backpack Cache (a series) 6-12 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 11

2 Textile Artist Badge Workshop or Seniors 9-10, Adult 10 a.m.-Noon 14

3 Slimy yet Satisfying: Science in the Kitchen! 6-8 1-3 pm. 14

3 Dash for Organ Donation Service Project 6-12 7-10 a.m. 15

9 Microscopes, Mystery, and Meteors 4-8 4:30-9 p.m. 15

15 Water World 2-3 4:30-7 p.m. 15

20 Drawing Badge Workshop for Juniors 4-5, Adult 3-6 p.m. 15

27 Painting Badge Workshop for Brownies 2-3, Adult 3-6 p.m. 16

31 Tracy Aviary animal Habitats Badge Workshop 4-5, Adult 1-5 p.m 16

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6-7 Women of the Wilderness - She and Me Minicamp K-12, Adult 5:30-3p.m. 17

11 Advocacy Program Training Adult 6-8 p.m. 17

13-14 Geo-What! Minicamp 4-8, Adult 5:30-3 p.m. 18

14 A Day Without K-12 Noon-4 p.m. 18

14 Dancing Scientist 2-5 1-3 p.m. 18

14 Once Upon a time K-6, Adult 1-4 p.m. 18

20-21 Wilderness Warriors - He and Me Minicamp K-12, Adult 5:30-3p.m. 18

21-22 Wilderness Warriors - He and Me Minicamp K-12, Adult 5:30-3p.m. 18

20-22 Hawks in Flight 4-8 4:30-3 p.m. 19

25 Home Scientist 2-3 19

25 Plant Power 4-5 6-8 p.m. 19

27-28 Art-A-Rama Minicamp K-12, Adult 5:30-3p.m. 19

27-28 Zoo Snooze 2-12 7 p.m.-9 a.m. 20

28 Tracy Aviary animal Helper’s Badge Workshop 6-8 1-5 p.m. 20

TBA Project U K-12 20

OCTOBER

5 Create Your Own Badge: Geology Rocks! 2-3 10 a.m.-Noon 21

5 Animal Habitat Explorations 4-5 10 a.m.-Noon 21

10-12 Camp C.E.O 9-12 TBA 22

11-12 Roar and Snore 2-7 6:30 p.m.-8:30 a.m 22

16-20 Canoe Adventure - U.E.A. Weekend 6-12 5:30-6 p.m. 22

17, 18 U.E.A. Staycation 4-8 See description 22

25-26 Archery Adventure Minicamp 4-8 5:30-3 p.m. 22

26 Tracy Aviary animal Habitats Badge Workshop 4-5 1-5 p.m. 23

26 Make A Difference Day K-12 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 23

NOVEMBER

1-2 Future Legislators 6-8 6-4 p.m. 24

1-3 O.W.L. - Backpacking Adventure 6-12 5:30-6 p.m. 24

2 Come to Your Senses 2-3 10 a.m.-Noon 25

2 Scientific Drawing 4-5 10 a.m.-Noon 25

8 Juliette Investiture Ceremony K-12, Adult 7-8 p.m. 25

8-9 Nature Nuts - She and Me Minicamp K-5, Adult 5:30-3 p.m. 25

9 Playing the Past Badge Workshop for Juniors 4-5, Adult 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 25

15 Juliette Investiture Ceremony K-12, Adult 7-8 p.m. 26

20 Bugs Alive! 2-3 6-8 p.m. 26

20 Make Your Own Badge: Mad Science 4-5 6-8 p.m. 26

22 Juliette Investiture Ceremony K-12, Adult 7-8 p.m. 26

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Registering for Activities

Girls who participate in pathways besides the troop can join in a variety of activities simply by registering for them. These girls create their own unique Girl Scout experience their way. An icon indicating “girl only” is listed if girls can attend an event without an adult accompanying them (adult supervision is provided).

Supervision of girls: • Girls who register individually without an adult are placed into a

group and supervised by a volunteer or paid staff member.

• Girls may register individually without an adult for many events (see event description), however, You & Me and troop only programs require adults.

• Girl Scouting is possible because of volunteers. Adults are encouraged to register for and attend events to help supervise girls. Program descriptions list when additional adult volunteers are needed (these volunteers are in addition to troop leaders and parents/guardians registered for programs).

Troop registrationA troop may register and attend an event or activity as a group. When four or more girls from the same troop register for a program, an adult affiliated with the troop must register and attend the event with the girls. Troop leaders must supervise their troops at events they attend.General registration Information

For insurance purposes, girls and adults must be registered with Girl Scouts to participate in most programs. Family members and the community may participate in specially designated programs.

online registration:To register online, visit: www.gsutah.org.

register by mail: Complete your registration online. Go to www.gsutah.org and click on the “register” tab in the top right corner.• Registration can be used for individual girls or troops.• Payments with activity credits must be done by mail.• Troops: You must provide the names of all girls and adults

attending the event at the time of registration.• Mail registration form and payment to: Girl Scouts of Utah Program and Camp Registrar 445 East 4500 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84107

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June It’s Time to “Take Action” Adult 6-7 p.m. 27

Sept. 11 Advocacy Initiative Training Adult 6-8 p.m. 27

Sept. 24 STEM Initiative Training Adult 6-8 p.m. 28

Sept. 24 Go for the Gold Training Adult 6-8 p.m. 28

Sept. 25 Go for the Gold Training Adult 6-8 p.m. 28

Sept. 26 Go for the Gold Training Adult 6-8 p.m. 28

Sept. 26 Healthy Living Initiative Training Adult 6-8 p.m. 28

Online Take Action 28

Online PA and VIT Training 6-12 28

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Destinations

Girl Scouts Destinations can whisk you to the far corners

of the world. Meet remarkable girls, develop leadership

skills, gain confidence, and enjoy valuable learning

opportunities. Use your activities credits to pay for a trip

and take advantage of GSU scholarships. Gear up for your

destination now!

All applications are due to GSU by November 15th!

Destinations TrainingDate: August 21

Time: 5–6 p.m.

Grades: 6−12; family

Fee: Free

Location: CRC

Destinations TrainingDate: October 24

Time: 5–6 p.m.

Grades: 6−12; family

Fee: Free

Location: NUSC

Contact: Raquel Lee, [email protected], 801-716-5121

make sure you use the Global Travel tool kit!http://www.girlscouts.org/forgirls/travel/global_travel_toolkit/

Do you want to travel to exotic places and experience new things in far-away countries?

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Philosophy: An activity scholarship should fill a specific financial need. It is not a reward for being a “good Girl Scout,” nor is it a way to repay volunteer work a parent might have done in Girl Scouting. It is a way for Girl Scouts of Utah to help a Girl Scout participate in an experience in which she would otherwise not be able to because of financial constraints. The decision to grant an activity scholarship, and the amount, is made on the basis of information given on the application form. All information is kept confidential and discussed only by those responsible for allocating the money.

Guidelines for Granting an Activity Scholarship• The request must be made on a current application form and

must be completed in its entirety.

• The dollar amount of the scholarship granted is based on availability of funds and apparent need.

• Scholarships will be granted only to currently-registered girl members, not troops.

• Families are expected to pay a portion of the expense for the event or camp.

• Participants in Girl Scouts of the USA international-, national-, or council-sponsored opportunities may receive up to one-fourth of the actual event fees in activity scholarship/stipend. Event applications must be received by published event registration deadlines. This applies to individual girls only, not troops.

• All activity credits must be used for program fees before the activity scholarship will be granted. Activity credits may be used for transportation and published fees only. Additional activity

fees and personal items are the responsibility of the participant.

• The scholarship may be based on the number of requests from the same family and on the total income composition.

• The scholarship is non-transferable and not redeemable for cash.

• Activity scholarships will be granted for only one like event per program year, per girl. For example, a girl may apply for a scholarship for resident camp and day camp, or resident camp and a program event, but not resident camp and troop camp in the same summer.

• Events that will be considered for scholarships are all Girl Scouts of Utah-sponsored activities, events, and camps on a council-wide, national, or international level, and all GSUSA-sponsored destinations listed on GSUSA’s web site or other material published by the national organization.

Planning Trips with Girl Scouts?

A Girl Scout trip is an opportunity for girls to have fun, experience adventure, and enrich the ongoing Girl Scout program.

Sometimes a trip is the culmination of a progression of activities that the girls are already engaged in. The online self−study

training will give you the knowledge of how to plan a trip that meets the Girl Scout travel progression. Regardless of age, girls should start with simple trips if they have never traveled or traveled with the current girls in the group. To access this training, visit www.gsutah.org.

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COMMUNITY PARTNERS Community partners offer programs that serve Girl scouts.

You or your troop may take advantage of the program any time it is offered.

Nestled within Salt Lake City’s centrally located Liberty Park, Tracy Aviary is the largest and oldest public aviary in the country and has been a unique asset to residents of the Salt Lake valley since 1938. Tracy Aviary celebrates the unique opportunity to connect visitors with nature and the environment all through the magic of birds. With funding from Salt Lake County taxpayers, support from local foundations and individuals, the staff is working to establish a new vision for Tracy Aviary as the “Aviary of the Americas.” With all of the recent changes, if you haven’t been to Tracy Aviary lately, you simply haven’t been! For more information, please visit www.tracyaviary.org. Open Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Discounts available for groups of 10 or more with advance reservations.

Experience Utah’s natural history from the ground up! The new Natural History Museum of Utah is a treasure trove of fascinating artifacts, jaw dropping dinosaur skeletons, amazing science and hands-on activities! Discover our new location where science is alive, accessible, entertaining and simply awe−inspiring.

Open daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m.Open Wednesday 10 a.m.–9 p.m.

Discount available for groups of 12 or more with advance reservations. Visit www.nhmu.utah.edu for complete information.

Girl Scouts of Utah

445 East 4500 South, Suite 125 | Salt Lake City, Utah 84107

Phone: (801) 265-8472 | Toll Free: (800) 678-7809

www.gsutah.org