Program Book Sept 2012 - Jan 2013

EVENTS EVENTS •• TRIPS TRIPS •• ACTIVITIES ACTIVITIES SEPTEMBER 2012 - JANUARY 2013

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WHERE DO YOU SEE

YOURSELF DURING OUR NEXT

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Lighting the way on the path to leadershipFor 100 years, we have provided girls with more

ways to learn and lead than any other organization.Girl Scouts incorporates three keys to leadership: We help girls Discover themselves, Connect with

others, and Take Action to create positive change in their communities.

LeaderShip

diScover1. Girls develop a Strong

Sense of Self

2. Girls develop critical Thinking Skills

connecT3. Girls develop

healthy relationships

Why Girl scouts?

Take acTion4. Girls Become resourceful

problem Solvers

5. Girls advocate for Themselves and others

Girl Scouts of Greater iowa is focusing on outcomes of the Girl Scout Leadership experience

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Stay up to date!

Like, follow,connect

Keep up through our monthly

update emails, newsletters,

facebook, twitter, our blog, and through our

amazing council staff. You can find links to all of these

communication avenues on our newly designed

website at girlscoutsiowa.org.

Dear Girl Scouts, Family, and Friends,My name is Jamie, and I am a Girl Scout! Nationally, we are proud to be celebrating our 100th Anniversary. At Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa, we are committed to enhancing a girl’s leadership experience at every grade level. Our programs and activities are relevant, unique, exciting, and applicable - in a safe all-girl environment. We are here to ensure that girls succeed. Because when girls succeed, so does society.

This book hosts diverse and flexible ways for girls to choose how, when, and how much they want to get involved. We’ve divided it into multiple sections - you’ll find programs for one-time themed events, camp activities, travel, and a page for volunteers. You’ll also find calendar pages in the middle of this book to assist you in planning.

We are doing so much locally for girls in our area, and to further honor our 100th Anniversary, we have nationally launched a bold campaign simply called ToGetHerThere. We have a long-term goal that is ambitious and urgent: to create balanced leadership in one generation.

We know the programs that we offer girls infuse lifelong values of courage, confidence, and character. Girl Scouts offers programming that can’t be found anywhere else and we’re asking everyone to engage in our campaign for girls.

— mothers, fathers, corporations, governments, and nonprofits — we’re asking you to help girls reach their leadership potential and place this urgent issue front and center on the national agenda.

we’re asking you to step forward and “own” your future. To create waves, to speak up, to reach your potential - whatever and wherever that may be. By trusting in our century-old movement, encapsulated in the Girl Scout Promise and Law, you are becoming our future leaders and making a significant difference. The best part is you will also have a great time along the way!

We hope that you find opportunities in this book that suit your interests. In these pages, you can also submit your ideas for programs and activities - we’d love to hear from you with your comments, ideas, and suggestions. You can use the enclosed form or simply email us at [email protected].

Girl Scouts is important.

We firmly believe that we can do better for our girls and for ourselves. And only Girl Scouts, with its scale and time-honored place in society, can launch an initiative like ToGetHerThere. If not us, who? If not now, when? We know that we can’t transform American leadership in a year, but we can transform expectations in a year. We can transform awareness in a year. We all have a role to play in helping girls achieve their full leadership potential. Learn more and get involved in the advocacy campaign at togetherthere.org and through our website at girlscoutsiowa.org.

Yours in Girl Scouting,

Jamie Boersma, CEO

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council contact information _______________________________ 7100 Years Timeline ___________________________________ 8-9Journeys / The Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting _______________ 10evenTS all council events _________________________________ 11-13 council Bluffs area events _________________________14-17 des Moines area events ___________________________18-21 Fort dodge area events __________________________ 22-25 Mason city area events ____________________ 26-27, 34-35calendar / Summary of activities ____________________ 28-33 Sioux city area events ___________________________ 36-39caMp Joy hollow _________________________________________ 40 camp Sacajawea ________________________________ 41-42 camp Tanglefoot ________________________________ 43-44TraveL __________________________________________ 45-47Juliette information ___________________________________ 48product program dates ________________________________ 49registration Guidelines _____________________________ 50-51highest awards (Bronze, Silver, Gold) ___________________ 52proGraM reGiSTraTion ForMS registration Form (Multiple) ______________________ 53-54 registration Form (individual) _______________________ 55Shop Flyer ____________________________________________ 56 registration Form (B.i.G.) ________________________ 57-58volunteer information and retreats _______________________59

Table of Contents

Girl Scout Mission:Building girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

Girl Scout Promise:On my honor, I will try:To serve God and my country,To help people at all times,And to live by the Girl Scout Law.

Girl Scout Law:I will do my best to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, courageous and strong, and responsible for what I say and do, and to

respect myself and others, respect authority, use resources wisely, make the world a better place, and be a sister to every Girl Scout.

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Girl scouts of Greater Iowa

LeaDersHip centersOnLIne at

GIrLsCOutsIOWa.OrGprogram registrar:

[email protected]

General council contact:515-278-2881 or 800-342-8389

[email protected]

shop Hours (all locations) m 8 am - 5 pm 2nd saturday tu 8 am - 5 pm of each month W 8 am - 5 pm 9 am - noon th 8 am - 6 pm F 8 am - 5 pm

Des Moines 10715 Hickman rd

Des moines, Ia 50322515-278-2881 or 800-342-8389

council Bluffs 1860 madison ave, suite 3

Council bluffs, Ia 51503712-328-2338 or 800-422-2093

Fort Dodge 112 south 3rd st

Fort Dodge, Ia 50501515-573-8141 or 800-798-8141

Mason city601 south Illinois ave mason City, Ia 50401

641-423-3044 or 800-657-5853

sioux city1515 Zenith Dr

sioux City, Ia 51103712-255-0187 or 800-746-8947

caMp LOcatiOns

Joy Hollow14092 butcher rd

Westfield, Ia 51062712-899-1225

[email protected]

camp sacajawea638 L ave

boone, Ia 50036515-432-2948

[email protected]

camp tanglefoot14948 Dogwood aveClear Lake, Ia 50428

[email protected]

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Our Last 100 Years...

1910sOn march 12, 1912, 18 girls gathered together in savannah, Georgia for the first Girl scout meeting, led by a woman named juliette Gordon

Low who had an idea…and a vision for girls in america.

1920sOne of the earliest troops was organized in Iowa in 1922 at the south side Community House in Des moines.

1930sthe first cookie sale in Iowa took place in February of 1936. the cookies were baked by the stark bakery, which eventually became barbara’s bake shop. the cookies were wrapped in yellow cellophane and sold for 15 cents per dozen. 73,200 cookies were sold that first year!

1940s It was during this decade, Girl scouts in Iowa and throughout the nation truly focused their efforts on the war. they collected 1.5 million articles of clothing that were then shipped overseas to children and adult victims of war.

1970sthe 70s marked a period of reinvention and re-definition for Girl scouting. One of the most significant changes came with the uniform re-design. Girl scouts of the 70s were the first to enjoy the freedom of a pantsuit uniform!

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1990sGirls plunged into sports and fitness in the

90s. Locally, golf workshops attracted a lot of girls and in 1998 the Moingona

and Lakota Girl Scout Councils hosted “Spokes and Strokes.” 46 girls and 10 adults biked around the council’s jurisdictions for two days as part of

the unique sporting event.

2000sWe started using new

social media channels online. A new cookie program strategy was

implemented. We made the largest branding and badge overhaul in 25 years. We

acquired new leadership. 2012 famously ushered in the 100-year Anniversary of Girl Scouts!

BE THERE SO SHE CAN BE

HERE

Build a better tomorrow by investing in a girl today.

When girls succeed, so does society.

Our Next 100 Years...

1980sTechnology exploded during this era and troop leaders started taking advantage of online training tools.

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NATIONAL LEADERSHIP JOURNEYS

THE GIRL’S GUIDE TO GIRL SCOUTING

grades 11-12grades 6-8grades 2-3grades K-1 grades 4-5 grades 9-10

Every journey needs a

great guide.

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GIRL SCOUTGIRL SCOUT

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Take a girl on a Girl Scout leadership journey and watch her do great things!

All journey books and The Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting binders are sold in our local shops and online at girlscoutsiowa.org. Adult guides and earned awards are also available that correspond to each age-appropriate journey. To learn more about Girl Scout journey materials and how to use them, please contact your local Leadership Center.

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do youBELIEVE in GIRLS?

BIG Event! BIG Opportunity! BIG Fun!

join hundreds of girls from across Iowa for our biggest event of the year! Our annual believe in Girls (b.I.G.) event features fun and informative stations on science, technology, and engineering! We’ll also be hosting many activity booths where girls can take part in craft projects, sWaps, have fun with nature, and other general Girl scout activities! breakout sessions will cover exciting topics for all grade levels. stage events will include dance, fashion, miss Iowa, and live music. Come to our b.I.G. event, meet and connect with other Girl scouts from across the state, and explore how to reach your goals with confidence and determination.

we do!

WHEN: saturday, 9/7/13 10 am - 3 pm

WHERE: Hy-Vee Hall 730 3rd st Des moines, Ia 50309

COST: Girls & adults: $10 (lunch included)

Transportation Available! Volunteers Needed!Please contact us by phone at 800-342-8389 or email [email protected].

Please register byFriday, 8/16/13 using the form on page 57 or at at girlscoutsiowa.org! 11

Events are designed to help you experience the interests that you already have, as well as give you an opportunity to try something new! You can learn valuable skills, discover a hidden talent, meet new friends, and just have fun! Take a look at all we are offering, invite some friends to join you, and start your adventure today. You never know, the event you attend might become a life-long passion!

Events are listed according to area - each Leadership Center area has its own section. Within each section, the events are listed in order by grade level which are noted above each description. Please note the individual registration deadlines and use the included registration forms or register online at www.girlscoutsiowa.org.

experiencing Girl Scouts with “sisters” makes it even more fun! Do you know anyone who would have fun exploring the opportunities at our events? What are you waiting for? invite her to join you!

events

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GIRL SCOUT

Day at the Capitol el poder de LA AMISTAD!

Do you know how our state legislature works and what goes on to create our laws? are you interested in possibly running for public office someday? come for an informative and FUn day at our state capitol! You’ll enjoy a tour of the state capitol and our state Historical Building. Learn from the experts about how an idea can become a law, how to be an active citizen, and you’ll even get the chance to meet with your representatives. Join us for this awesome annual event.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013 | 9 am – 2:30 pmiowa capitol and state Historical Building

600 east Locust, Des moines, Ia 50309

Girl scouts and adults: $10this tour is best for girls in grades 4 – 12.

Registrations due by Wednesday, March 6, 2013

For more information, visit girlscoutsiowa.org, call 800-342-8389, or email [email protected].

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Have you ever felt excluded, been talked about, or been cyber-bullied? Unfortunately, every girl has experienced some sort of bullying (relational aggression) either as the bully, the target, or the bystander. During this event, you will be taught how to identify bullying behaviors, practice standing up to bullies, and explore ways to prevent bullying in your community. You’ll be able to ask questions about real life situations and learn about what it takes to be a good friend. Upon completion, you will be prepared to positively intervene when confronted with bullying antics.

relational aggression is the systematic diminishment of a person’s sense of self-worth through exclusion, shunning, and gossip. It’s incredibly common among girls of all ages, but you can learn to prevent it and to intervene when you see any bullying happen around you. Doing nothing? not an option! power up!

power up events will be held throughout the entire Council. If you’d like to see a workshop held in your area, please contact your local Leadership Center and ask to speak to a program manager. Watch our website for details at girlscoutsiowa.org.

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have you ever wondered how state government really works? head to the iowa

State capitol, and spend the day learning what it’s like to be a lawmaker in iowa.

Wednesday, March 20, 20137:30 am – 2 pm

Iowa State Capitol Building East 12th and Grand Ave Des Moines, IA 50316

Girl Scouts $15, Non-Girl Scouts $30 Lunch included in cost, and you’ll receive a fun patch for your day of participation!

this event is for girls in grades 9-12. take an in-depth look at our state government by shadowing one of our lawmakers. you’ll be front and center as our state policymakers have lively debates on the House and senate floors. you’ll be introduced during the General assembly, then paired with a female legislator for an inside look at being a woman in politics. Capitol Girls is a great experience that will help you develop personal leadership skills while experiencing our government in action.

apply to be a part of this event online at girlscoutsiowa.org.

Applications due by February 27, 2013Scholarships are available for those in need. Payments will be received the day of the event.

Are you ready to see true leadership in action?

Girl Scout Contact: [email protected] 515-278-2881 or 800-342-8389

Sioux Falls Adventure

Season overview• For girls in grades 4-8• May – august: registration opens

in may and teams are formed. • september 30, 2012: Deadline to

register and order products • september - november: teams

make their meeting schedule to build their robots and research their project.

• December 2012 – March 2013: tournament season – teams choose to attend or not.

• april 2013 : World Festival

can you improve the quality of life for seniors by helping them continue to be independent, engaged, and connected in their communities? explore the topic of aging and how it may affect a person’s ability to maintain his or her lifestyle. teams of up to ten girls and one adult coach will also build, test, and program a Lego Mindstorms robot to solve a set of missions on an obstacle course. coaches and teams help each other by using FLL’s core values during friendly competition.attention parents: teams need coaches and volunteers. If you’d like to be a mentor who offers guidance to girls, sign up! no experience necessary.

Location: teams begin participation locally in FLL. Official tournament competition sites vary.

Solve FirST Lego League’s challenge!

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Girl cost: $20 per participant. registration close date is september 30, 2012.

contact: Girl scouts of Greater Iowa 10715 Hickman road Des moines, Ia 5022 [email protected]

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EVENTS COUNCIL BLUFFS AREA

Animal Tracks

Cake Brilliance

K-3Do you love to watch cake

decorating and design shows like Cake boss or ace of

Cakes? Do you dream of creating your own delicious

designs? join us for an evening of cake decorating like the

professionals. Work with Doodle Cakes employees to

learn how to take your cake from ordinary to extraordinary!

this event is for girls in grades K-3. there is another event for

girls in grades 4-12 (see page 16 for details.)

9/22/121 - 2:30 pm

Pony Creek Park 56235 Deacon Rd

Pacific Junction, IA 51561

Girl Cost: $2Adult Cost: FREE

Max: 30 girlsRegistration Close: 9/7/12

Contact Office: Council Bluffs

11/17/129 - 10:30 am

Nishna Bend Recreation Area516 Maple RoadHarlan, IA 51537


Max: 30 girlsRegistration Close:

11/2/12 Contact Office:

Council Bluffs

K-3

are you able to identify which animal made the tracks you find on the ground? Where were they going? Where do they live? join a mills County Conservationist to learn how to identify animal tracks, what type of animal left them, and what that animal is doing! everyone will also make a plaster cast of a track to take home.

9/21/126:30 - 7:30 pm

Broadway United Methodist Church11 S 1st StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503

Girl Cost: $16Adult Cost: FREEMax: 30 girls Registration Close:9/7/12 Contact Office: Council Bluffs

A Bug’s Life

K-3

Did you know that all bugs are insects, but not all insects are bugs? join a shelby County Conservationist for a fun-filled morning as we learn the differences between bugs and other insects. We’ll also discuss the differences in their life cycles!

12/8/12 or12/9/122 - 4 pm

The Rose Theater2001 Farnam StreetOmaha, NE 68102

Girl Cost: $11Adult Cost: $10Max: 100 girls/adultsRegistration Close:11/16/12 Contact Office: Council Bluffs

Holiday Fun at the Rose Theater

K-12 join other Girl scouts and their families for a fun day at the rose theater!

everyone’s favorite schoolgirl in the bright yellow hat is back for some festive fun in France! madeline, her friends, and teacher miss Clavel are all looking forward

to the holidays. but disaster strikes: everyone except madeline gets the flu and can’t go home for Christmas! Can madeline run the house, help everyone

recover, and still find some holiday cheer? It’s “the season of miracles” and she just might need one! Get your tickets early for this fun holiday show! Girl scout

dates are 12/8/12 Or 12/9/12. Girl scout cost includes a fun patch! note: Families welcome; this is not a council supervised event.

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Holly Jolly Night Hike

12/4/126 - 7:30 pm

Hitchcock Nature Center27792 Ski Hill Loop

Honey Creek, IA 51542

Girl Cost: $4Adult Cost: $4

Max: 30 girls / 15 adultsRegistration Close: 11/16/12


K-12

Venture on a walk through the woods by the light of the moon using only your night vision and sense of adventure! We will explore nocturnal animals as we discover the wonders of the night. then, we’ll warm up with some hot chocolate!

10/12/12, 6:30 pm - 10/13/12, 9 amOmaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo3701 S 10th StOmaha, NE 68107

Girl Cost: $40Adult Cost: $40Max: 80 girls / 40 adultsRegistration Close:9/14/12 Contact Office: Council Bluffs

Overnight at the Omaha Zoo

K-12 Love the zoo, hanging out with fellow Girl scouts, and sleeping with the

animals? then the Girl scout Overnight at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo is for you! beginning at 6:30 pm, join other Girl scouts for a fun overnight.

activities include zoo games, a night hike, and an ImaX® movie before we sleep at one of the exhibits! Wake up to breakfast at the zoo,

followed by a morning hike before your overnight comes to a close at 9:00 am. Zoo admission for the following day is included in the cost of the event. troops are welcome to stay at the zoo for the remainder of

the day or go home at the conclusion of the morning hike.

9/15/1210 am - noon

Harrison County Nature Encounter Center

2725 Easton Trail Woodbine, IA 51579




Eco-Explorer

2-3

join a Harrison County Conservationist for a fun-filled morning of adventure! We’ll take a hike to explore nature and learn more about habitats! this program will be outdoors, please dress accordingly. Water and a snack will be provided.

as a Girl scout i have discovered that i

enjoy helping people when i can.

–Madison, Council Bluffs

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1/12/13Location TBA in Council BluffsRegistration Close: 12/28/12

1/26/13Rand Community Center 100 S 4th StMissouri Valley, IA 51555Registration Close: 1/11/13

Grades 2-3 1 - 2 pmGrades 4-5 2:15 - 3:15 pmGrades 6-12 3:30 - 4:30 pmGirl Cost: $16Adult Cost: FREEMax: 20 girlsContact Office: Council Bluffs

11/16/125:30 - 7:30 pm

Broadway United Methodist Church

11 S First Street Council Bluffs, IA

51503Girl Cost: $12

Adult Cost: FREEMax: 30 girls

Registration Close: 11/2/12


Glass Fusion Jewelry

2-12Learn how to cut glass, layer and design your

own fabulous fused glass pendant, ring, or key chain! you’ll each be able to safely cut glass and make your own jewelry. the glass items

must be fired in a kiln so they will be ready for pick-up approximately one week after class.

Cost includes one piece of jewelry.

this event is split into three grade level groups on each day; both dates are the same program.

Girls in grades 2-3 will be from 1 - 2 p.m. Girls in grades 4-5 will be from 2:15 - 3:15 p.m.

Girls in grades 6-12 will be from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

9/28/126:30 - 7:30 pm

Broadway United Methodist Church

11 S 1st StCouncil Bluffs, IA

51503


Max: 20 girls / 10 adults

Registration Close:9/14/12


9/29/12noon - 4 pm

Mt. Crescent Ski Area17026 Snowhill LaneHoney Creek, IA 51542

Girl Cost: $35Adult Cost: FREEMax: 30 girlsRegistration Close:9/14/12 Contact Office: Council Bluffs

Geocaching Girls

4-12 Go geocaching with us in a real-world outdoor treasure hunting game. First you will learn the

basics of a Gps system and find hidden caches stuffed with fun treasures! you will also learn

about native american crafts and games along the geocache route. It will be a day filled with technical

fun and adventure (no experience necessary)!

EVENTS COUNCIL BLUFFS AREA

Duct Tape Design

2-5 Duct tape design is all the rage! Discover how crafty and creative you can get with this common household item. together we’ll make duct tape flowers, a wallet, or possibly a purse!

Cake Brilliance

4-12

Do you love to watch cake decorating and design shows like Cake boss or ace of Cakes? Do you dream of creating your own delicious designs? join us for an evening of cake decorating like the professionals. Work with Doodle Cakes employees to learn how to take your cake from ordinary to extraordinary! this event is for girls in grades 4-12. there is another event for girls in grades K-3 (see page 14 for details.)

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april 2013Contact Office: Council Bluffs

Unsolved Mystery

10/20/1210 am - noon

Villisca Axe Murder House508 E 2nd St

Villisca, IA 50864Girl Cost: $6

Adult Cost: $10Max: 25 girls / 15 adults

Registration Close: 10/5/12Contact Office:

Council Bluffs

6-12

On a quiet residential street in this small town sits an old, white frame house. a weather-beaten sign hanging from the front porch warns rather than welcomes. she is the “murder House”. Her walls still protect the identity of the murderer(s) of the entire josiah moore family and two overnight guests on june 10, 1912. Come experience this real-life mystery with a tour of the house and cemetery! note: please make sure to have transportation between the house and cemetery as it will not be provided. Cost includes admission, tour of house and cemetery, a fun patch, and snack.

2/9/132:30 - 6:30 pm

Mt. Crescent Ski Area17026 Snowhill Lane

Honey Creek, IA 51542




March 2013Contact Office: Council Bluffs

Girls on Skis

4-12

join us for this fun workshop, where you will learn ski skills, build camaraderie, and enjoy a thrilling experience! Workshop will include ski instruction, lift ticket, and rentals. participants are also welcome to ski before the workshop beginning at 9 a.m.

Maple Tree TappingK-12

Theater Backstage Pass

4-8

SNEAK PEEK INTO 2013 (events subject to change)

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EVENTSDES MOINES AREA

iQue bien bailas!

(You dance so well)

K - 3 Do you love to dance? Come and learn the

beautiful style of Latin Dance and the culture behind it. music and dance tell a story and you can tell one too! During this event, Daisies can

be a sister to every Girl scout and earn the Vi petal along the way; and brownies can earn

parts of the brownie Dance badge!

10/20/121 - 4 pm

ISU Campus Howe Hall

Ames, IA 50011




Des Moines

K - 1 It’s time to start picking! Daisies, bring a friend and earn several petals as you explore Daisy level activities. even if you’ve already earned the petals, come to review each petal’s characteristic, and for friendship and fun!

Daisy Petal Picking

12/1/121 - 3 pm

Hotel Pattee 1112 Willis Ave Perry, IA 50220

Girl Cost: $10Adult Cost: FREEMax: 1O0 girlsRegistration Close: 11/23/12Contact Office: Des Moines

9/22/121 - 5 pm

Raccoon River Valley Trail Trailhead Parking Lot

Junction of Hwy 6 and County Road R22

Waukee, IA


Max: 100 girls Registration Close:


Des Moines

Bicycle Rodeo

K - 12

round up your bike for a bicycle rodeo! We’ll be decorating our bikes and learning about bicycle safety and maintenance. you can even test your skills on the obstacle course before taking off on the raccoon river Valley trail, from Waukee to Dallas Center, for ice cream! Fun patch included!

10/13/121 - 4 pm

Isu Campus Carver Hall ames, Ia 50011

Girl Cost: $5adult Cost: Freemax: 100 girlsregistration Close: 9/28/12 Contact Office: Des moines

2 - 3brownies enjoying science and

technology (b.e.s.t.) is always a blast! bring your troop to the Iowa state

Campus and let some very W.I.s.e. (Women In science and engineering)

college students lead you through hands- on experiments and science fun!

B.E.S.T.

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11/23/12 - 11/24/12Check-in: 4:30 pmshow: 7 pmCheck-out: 8 am

Wells Fargo arena 730 3rd st Des moines, Ia 50309

Cost: $15 show only (open to public) $27 show and overnight (girl and adult cost)max: noneregistration Close: 11/2/12 Contact Office: Des moines

12/15/121 - 3 pm

Indian Hills Community College Rural Health Education Center

Room 108 Ottumwa, IA 52501




Des Moines

2 - 5

Have you ever made a sit upon, heard the brownie elf story, or drank a cowboy soda? every Girl scout used to learn all of these things. as we celebrate our 100th year of Girl scouting, we’ll take a look at all of these old favorites and more! Come and experience some of the traditions of Girl scouts. bring your mom or grandma for a walk down memory lane! During this event, you will earn a portion of the brownie or junior Girl scout Way badge.

Girl Scouts, Old School

Disney on Ice Overnight

10/6/12, 6 pm - 10/7/12, 8 amScience Center of Iowa

410 W Martin Luther King Pkwy Des Moines, IA 50309


Max: 200 girls / adultsRegistration Close: 9/21/12

Contact Office: Des Moines

2 - 12

Look, up in the sky! It’s a bird, it’s a plane… it’s a spacecraft! It takes more than just a cool spacesuit to become an astronaut! join us for an amazing overnight adventure at the science Center of Iowa. you’ll find out more than you ever thought there was to know about space as you watch an ImaX show, explore hands on activities, and spend the night with all of your friends. after breakfast you can explore some more with your group or launch yourself back home.note: there is a $5 fee per car for overnight parking.

Spaced Out

not only have i made life-long friends,

but i’ve experiencedsome of the best years of my life.

- Emma, Nevada, IA

2 - 12join the fun with mickey and minnie for our annual overnight! Get

your picture taken with one of the characters, have a pizza party, and enjoy the ice show as the main event! We are going to have so much

fun together – grab a friend and register today!

note: this overnight event is for registered Girl scouts and accompanying adults. any non-registered girl in or older than 2nd

grade is also welcome and will need to become registered to attend. the overnight is not open to boys of any age or girls under 2nd grade.

show only: everyone is welcome!

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EVENTSDES MOINES AREA

Up, Up, and Away

4 - 8 Have you ever wanted to fly? Come check out

what it’s like to fly a hot air balloon! Female balloonists will show you the ropes about balloon

flight, weather, and instruments. Learn about geocaching and how to read a Gps! make your

very own mini-hot air balloon and get your photo taken in an actual balloon! (weather permitting)

please bring a sack lunch. Fun patch is included!

10/20/12noon - 5 pm

Iowa State University Howe Hall

Ames, IA 50011




Des Moines

4 - 5 alpha sigma Kappa, Women in technical studies at Iowa state university invites girls in grades 4-5 for a full day of science and fun. Get your hands dirty and jump head first into experiments that will amaze your brain! please eat lunch before you arrive.

Scout it Out

9/29/129 am - 2 pm

National Balloon Museum 1601 N Jefferson Way (Hwy 65/69 North) Indianola, IA 50125

Girl Cost: $10Adult Cost: FREEMax: 50 girlsRegistration Close: 9/14/12 Contact Office: Des Moines

10/19/12, 7 pm - 10/20/12, 10 am

Camp Sacajawea 638 L Ave

Boone, IA 50036


Max: 75 girls / adultsRegistration Close:


Des MoinesFloo Powder

4 - 12

muggles unite! Honeydukes, the three broomsticks, and the shrieking shack are all on the list of destinations for you in this overnight adventure. Wizarding involves more than just spells and you’ll get to experience it all. make your own wand, try to make chocolate frogs come to life, and learn just the right spells to ward off the Voldemort in your world.

9/29/121 - 6 pm

Farm bureau Insurance 203 n 4th st Guthrie Center, Ia 50115

Girl Cost: $25adult Cost: $25max: 50 girls / adultsregistration Close: 9/14/12Contact Office: Des moines

11/10/121 - 6 pm

Camp sacajawea 638 L ave boone, Ia 50036


12/8/121 - 6 pm

First united methodist Church 307 W ashland Indianola, Ia 50125


4 - 12are you a “pinhead”? (a pinterest enthusiast) Let’s get together and try some of the cool projects that

you just haven’t had time to attempt. afterward, it will be time for a pinterest dinner! It’s all up to

you! just send your project preferences with your registration form and we will attempt as many as

time and budget allow (not all projects will make the schedule for the day). If you register online, please

send an email to [email protected] with your activity interest (please make sure to note that your

email relates to the “mom and me pin It!” event and which area you registered for). this can be a mom

and me or a troop event.

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10/13/126 - 10 pm

Woodland Cemetery MLK Parkway

Des Moines, IA 50307




Des Moines

6 - 12

Learn the history of the Civil War and how it relates to Des moines on a guided tour through Woodland Cemetery. you’ll hear the stories of the many that are buried there. We’ll then walk the neighborhood of sherman Hill. If you are interested in hearing chilling true stories from the past, then this is the event for you!

Civilly Haunted

10/13/129 am - 1 pm

Ankeny Airport 3737 SE Convenience Blvd Ankeny, IA 50021

Girl Cost: $5Adult Cost: FREEMax: 40 girlsRegistration Close: 10/5/12 Contact Office: Des Moines

6 - 12Interested in becoming a pilot or having a career in aviation? the experimental aircraft

association Chapter 135 is hosting an event for Girl scouts to explore and learn about aviation. stations will include learning about airplanes, instruments, aerodynamics,

the airport and traffic pattern, weight and balance, flight planning, and weather. meet members of the female pilot group, the 99’s! you can even choose to take flight with a licensed pilot from young eagle rides, in a non-commercial aircraft! Lunch, t-shirt,

certificate, and aviation Fun patch will be included!

Young Eaglets’ Aviation Day Camp

2/16/139 am - noon

ISU Campus, Howe Hall, Ames, IA 50011

Girl Cost: $5 - Adult Cost: FREEMax: 100 girls

Registration Close: 2/1/13 Contact Office: Des Moines

2 - 5

With the women in sWe (society of Women engineers), you’ll join your friends to discover the wide world of engineering through fun hands on activities.

Girl ScoutsEngineering Day

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6 - 12 Do you sometimes feel the hair on

your arms stand up? Do you ever feel like someone is watching you but no

one is there? Come and learn how professional ghost hunters use their equipment to locate and record the

unseen. Listen to scary stories as you wander the empty corridors of Farrar

school and spend the night. this evening is not for the faint of heart! If

the thought of things being haunted or spooky interests you, then it’s time

to register now! skeptics welcome.

9/15/12, 7 pm - 9/16/12, 7 amFarrar school 11095 ne 134th ave maxwell, Ia 50161



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Mom & Me Paper Bag

Princess

K - 4 bring your mom for a princess

party based on the book the paper bag princess by robert munsch!

Hear the tale of brave princess elizabeth and her challenge to the

dragon. mom will design a beautiful newspaper dress for you for the

occasion and you will design your own crown! We’ll have fun with

a dragon piñata and enjoy some princess cupcakes! you’ll even get

your own copy of the book! Don’t miss this fabulously fun event!

11/9/123 - 5 pm

First Lutheran Church1525 Three Cross RdMilford, IA 51351Girl Cost: $7Adult Cost: $7Max: 25 girls/25 adultsRegistration Close:10/26/12 Contact Office: Fort Dodge

9/29/121 - 4 pm

Iowa Lakeside Laboratory Mahan Hall

1838 Highway 86 Milford, IA 51351




Fort Dodge

Getting ‘Buggy’ With It

K - 5

join older Girl scouts as we “Insectigate” the diverse and amazing world of insects! We’ll discover all the ways that insects are beneficial to humans and all life on the planet!

1/19/131 - 4 pm

Iowa Lakeside Laboratory Waite Lab 1838 Highway 86 Milford, IA 51351

Girl Cost: $10Adult Cost: FREEMax: 25 girlsRegistration Close:1/11/13 Contact Office: Fort Dodge

K - 5What happens to water when it gets cold? What

is snow made of? Why does ice float? What happens to fish, turtles, and other life in the lakes

when the temperature starts to drop? Let’s explore these and other questions and see what

we find out! Don’t forget to dress really warm! the snow date for this event is 1/20/13.

Wow - Water In Winter

9/12/122:30 - 4:30 pm

Kennedy Park1415 Nelson Ave

Fort Dodge, IA 50501




Fort Dodge

K - 3 join us at Kennedy park to talk about all the kinds of seeds that are there! see where the seeds come from, how they grow, and who eats them. Go on an outdoor ‘seed walk’ with tube socks over your shoes and play the seed dispersal game! It’s going to be so much fun-you won’t want to miss this! please bring your own tube socks!

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11/3/129 am - noon

The Homeplace 2213 360th StHarcourt, IA 50544 (the old Blue Willow Building)

Girl Cost: $15Adult Cost: FREEMax: 40 girlsRegistration Close: 10/19/12 Contact Office: Fort Dodge

2 - 8Girl scouts love to recycle and we are “Forever Green”! During this event we

will become eco-artists! you will learn the difference between up-cycling and re-cycling, hear about what materials can be transformed into new fun

and functional items, and make some cool crafts to take home! a sack lunch and juice box will be provided – please contact our Fort Dodge Leadership

Center at 800-798-8141 if you have any food allergies. recycks studio at the Homeplace will be giving a 10% discount on products to Girl scouts that day!

bring your friends and your creativity - It’s going to be great!

Be an Eco-Artist

11/7/122 - 4:30 pm

Blanden Memorial Art Museum

930 3rd Ave S Fort Dodge, IA 50501




Fort DodgeGet the Lead Out

4 - 5

are you interested in drawing or are you working on your Legacy: Drawing badge? take it a step further by learning about different drawing materials and trying them out! We’ll work on shading and making your drawings more life-like! We’ll also check out some drawings and art in the blanden museum! throughout this event, we’ll learn how to tell your story using pictures!

12/12/122 - 5 pm

Eagle Grove Elementary School425 N Fort

Eagle Grove, IA 50533

Girl Cost: $10* Adult Cost: FREE*



Fort Dodge

K - 12

this super fun ‘make-n-take’ event will involve creating holiday gifts for friends and family. We’ll combine this craft night with a great community service project as well to help those in need.

*please bring a new baby item for donation. If you are attending on 12/18 in rockwell City, please also bring a sack dinner. Drinks and snacks will be provided. new baby items may include, but are not limited to: clothes, pacifier, bottle, formula, diapers, baby food, developmental toys, etc.

Craft For a (Santa) Claus

12/18/124 - 7 pm

Rockwell City Community Center on Square 424 Main Street Rockwell City, IA 50579

Girl Cost: $10*Adult Cost: FREE*Max: 50 girls Registration Close:12/7/12 Contact Office: Fort Dodge

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9/29/129 am - 4 pm

Iowa Lakeside Laboratories Mahan Hall

1838 Highway 86 Milford, IA 51351



9/21/12 Contact Office: Fort Dodge Buggin’ Out

6 - 12

join us as we “Insectigate” the diverse and amazing world of insects! We’ll discover all the ways that insects are beneficial to humans and all life on the planet! Learn about bugs and their environments in the morning and then help teach K-5th grade Girl scouts all about what you learned in the afternoon. also, come prepared to teach younger girls some Girl scout songs! bring a sack lunch and earn a volunteer fun patch.

10/13/123 - 6 pm

Zion-St. John Lutheran School Gym 103 W Bertha St Paullina, IA 51046


6 - 12 Come learn all about how to stay safe! Law

enforcement officials will discuss internet safety, gun safety, personal safety, and on the

road safety. an american red Cross volunteer will also be there to discuss how to be as

prepared as possible for emergencies and what to do when emergencies happen!

Girl Scouts Pack a Punch

1/12/131 - 4 pm

Twin Lakes Christian Center

7718 Twin Lakes Rd Manson, IA 50563




Fort Dodge

4 - 8

bring your warmest gloves, hat, boots, and dig out your long undies, because you’ll need them at twin Lakes Christian Camp! We’ll try out all sorts of snow games together! you can fly high on their toboggan, skate circles around your sisters on ice skates, and then warm up with some hot chocolate! you won’t want to miss this icy escapade! bring a friend and receive a ‘bring a Friend’ snow fun patch!

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1/19/139 am - 4 pm

Iowa Lakeside Laboratory

Waite Lab 1838 Highway 86 Milford, IA 51351




Fort Dodge

6 - 12

What happens to water when it gets cold? What is snow made of? Why does ice float? What happens to fish, turtles, and other life in the lakes when the temperature starts to drop? Let’s explore these and other questions and see what we find out! bring a sack lunch and be prepared to teach Girl scout songs and the water program to Girl scouts in grades K-5!

Women of Water

2/18/133 - 5 pm

Tea Thyme 2021 6th Ave S

Fort Dodge, IA 50501



Contact Office: Fort Dodge2/6/132 - 4 pmBlanden Memorial Art Museum 920 3rd Ave S Fort Dodge, IA 50501


Mom & Me Fancy Nancy

K - 3

bring your mom and make a ‘fancy’ wand and your very own ‘fancy’ tutu! eat ‘fancy’ snacks and have a fabulously ‘fancy’ time!

Brownies at the Blanden

2 - 3Calling all aspiring artists! join us at the blanden to work towards

your Legacy: artist painting badge! you will get to check out an art museum and learn some new ways to create! there is no better way

to spend your afternoon when you get out early from school!


i believe that being a Girl scout can help one to be a truly upstanding, well-

rounded, citizen of the world.

–Lacy, Humboldt

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9/1/12 9 - 11 am

Hampton State Bank 100 1st St NW Hampton, IA 50441

Girl Cost: $10 Adult Cost: FREEMax: 50 girls / 20 adultsRegistration Close: 8/24/12 Contact Office: Mason City

11/10/129 - 11 am

Charles City Public Library (Zastrow Meeting Room) 106 Milwaukee Mall Charles City , IA 50616


10/13/129 - 11 am

Camp Tanglefoot 14948 Dogwood Ave Clear Lake, IA 50428


1/5/13

9 - 11 am

Trinity Lutheran Church 304 3rd Ave

Belmond, IA 50421

Girl Cost: $5 Adult Cost: FREE


Contact Office: Mason City

K-1 please wear your favorite hat to this hat extravaganza! What does your favorite hat say about you? We’ll spend time creating a brand new hat that tells a story about how unique you are! to top it off, we’ll host a hat parade!

Daisy Hat Society

Go-Go Derby Workshop

K-1

are you interested in entering the powder puff Derby but are not sure where to get started or how to design a car? at this workshop you will learn about the origin of the derby, the rules and regulations to follow, and how to design a car. We will also learn about how much fun good sportsmanship is and the joy of being a powder puff Derby participant. this workshop is being given for girls in grades 2-3 and 4-5 as well. see page 34 for details.

1/27/131 - 3 pm

Southbridge Mall 100 Federal Ave S Mason City, IA 50401

Girl Cost: $5Adult Cost: $5Max: 200 girls / 50 adultsRegistration Close: 1/4/13 Contact Office: Mason City

K-12mark your calendar for the Girl scouts of Greater

Iowa annual Cookie Kickoff Carnival! Invite your family and friends to enjoy a day full of fun carnival

games, cookie activities, and Girl scout cookies! We are looking for top-notch treats and inviting your troop to show us what you can do with a cookie.

your baking skills are needed for this delightful little contest at the cookie carnival. Contest rules are

available at the mason City Leadership Center.

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Date and Time will vary depending on the program selected and availability.

Please contact us for more information.


K - 12are you interested in having a program for your

troop but can’t make it to an already planned council program? How about a program based on

yOur schedule? take a look at your calendar, find a date, time, and location - and we will come to you!

Girl scouts of Greater Iowa requires three weeks advance notice when scheduling a flex program.

Contact the mason City Leadership Center for a list of flex programming ideas, what the cost is, and to

schedule one today!

Flex Program

9/30/121 - 3 pm

Roller City 600 2nd St NW

Mason City, IA 50401

Girl Cost: $10 + canned food itemAdult Cost: $10 + canned food item



K - 12 Girls, grab your roller skates or borrow them on site because Girl scouts are taking over the roller rink! Come and start the new Girl scout year off right while roller skating with your bFF and other sister Girl scouts. all participants should also bring a canned food item to donate to our local food bank and come with a parent or a troop leader. event fee covers admission, skate rental, patch, and snacks. Door prizes will also be a part of this great event!

Get Your Skate On

9/1/12First Congregational UCC Church 1209 12th St Eldora, IA 50627Max: 30 girls / 10 adultsRegistration Close: 8/24/12

9/29/12Charles City Public Library (Zastrow Meeting Room) 106 Milwaukee Charles City, IA 50616Max: 30 girls / 10 adults Registration Close: 9/14/12

10/13/12United Methodist Church 305 S Clark St Forest City, IA 50436 Max: 30 girls / 10 adultsRegistration Close: 9/28/12

11/10/12 Osage Municipal Building 720 Chestnut Osage, IA 50461Max: 50 girls / 20 adultsRegistration Close: 10/26/12

Boo Boos & Band-Aids®

2 - 3

If someone were sick or hurt, would you know how to help? after this event, you’ll be ready to take action when help is needed! We will find out what to do in an emergency such as calling 911 and using first aid to treat minor injuries. When the unexpected happens, you’ll be prepared. by attending this workshop you will earn your brownie First aid badge.

Details for all dates:

2 - 4 pmGirl Cost: $10

Adult Cost: FREEContact Office:

Mason City

“i have learned the importance of

commitment, helping others,

and have realizedmy passion

for changing the world.”

–Elaine, Ames

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2-3 Eco-Explorer Woodbine 9/7/12 154-12 Passport to Travel Mason City 9/7/12 356-8 Program Aide Training Rockwell 9/7/12 35

21 22 23K-3 Cake Brilliance Council BluffsReg. Close: 9/7/12Page 14


K-3 Animal Tracks Pacific Junction 9/7/12 14K-12 Bicycle Rodeo Waukee 9/14/12 184-8 Girl Scouts Explore Rockford 9/14/12 34

4-12 Cake Brilliance Council Bluffs Reg. Close: 9/14/12Page 16


K-5 Getting ‘Buggy’ With It Milford 9/21/12 222-3 Boo Boos & Band-Aids® Charles City 9/14/12 272-3 Fancy Nancy-Aspiring Artist Nashua 9/14/12 344-12 Geocaching Girls Honey Creek 9/14/12 164-8 Up, Up, and Away Indianola 9/14/12 204-12 Mom and Me Pin It Guthrie Center 9/14/12 206-12 Buggin’ Out Milford 9/21/12 24

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K-1 Daisy Hat Society Camp Tanglefoot 9/28/12 26K-12 Cow to Wow Le Mars 10/5/12 362-3 Boo Boos & Band-Aids® Forest City 9/28/12 272-3 B.E.S.T. Ames 9/28/12 184-8 Archers and Daredevils Joy Hollow 9/28/12 406-12 Girl Scouts Pack Paullina 10/5/12 24 a Punch6-12 Young Eaglets’ Ankeny 10/5/12 21 Aviation Day Camp6-12 Civilly Haunted Des Moines 9/28/12 21


K-1 Daisy Petal Picking Ames 10/5/12 18K-12 Theater Time - Narnia Sioux City 10/12/12 37 4-5 Scout it Out Ames 10/5/12 206-12 Unsolved Mystery Villisca 10/5/12 17


4-5 Duct Tape Design Emmetsburg 10/12/12 34 6-8 Program Aide Training Algona 10/12/12 35

4-12Corn Maze ChallengeOrange CityReg. Close: 10/5/12Page 38

10/26/12 - 10/27/12 6-12 Ghostly Encounter Location: Sioux City Reg. Close: 10/19/12 Pg #: 38


K-12 Candy Land Festival Joy Hollow 9/28/12 36

10/6/12-10/7/12 2-12 Spaced Out Location: Des Moines Reg. Close: 9/21/12 Page #: 19

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10/12/12 - 10/13/12 K-12 Overnight at the Location: Omaha, NE Reg. Close: 9/14/12 Pg #: 15 Omaha Zoo

11/26/12-11/28/12 Adult Fall Leader Retreat Location: Camp Sacajawea Pg #: 59 29

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2-8 Be an Eco-Artist Harcourt 10/19/12 23

4-8 Thanksgiving Camp Tanglefoot 10/19/12 43 Hide and Seek


K-1 Daisy Hat Society Charles City 10/26/12 26

K-12 Christmas at McCook Lake, SD 11/9/12 36 the Homestead

2-3 Boo Boos & Band-Aids® Osage 10/26/12 27

4-12 Mom and Me Pin It Camp Sacajawea 10/26/12 20


K-3 A Bug’s Life Harlan 11/2/12 14 4-5 Duct Tape Design Camp Tanglefoot 11/2/12 34 6-8 Program Aide Training Belmond 11/2/12 35


Wed, 11/7/12 4-5 Get the Lead Out Fort Dodge 10/26/12 23

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11/23/12 - 11/24/12 2-12 Disney on Ice Overnight Location: Des Moines Reg. Close: 11/2/12 Pg #: 19

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K-3 iQue bien bailas! Perry 11/23/12 18 (You dance so well)


K-8 Craftacular Hinton 11/30/12 36

K-12 Holiday Fun at Rose Omaha, NE 11/16/12 14 Theater (Madeline)

4-12 Mom and Me Pin It Indianola 11/23/12 20


2-5 Girl Scouts, Old School Ottumwa 11/30/12 19

K-12 Holiday Fun at Rose Theater (Madeline) Omaha, NEReg. Close: 11/16/12Page 14

4-8 Pique-Assiette Sioux CityReg. Close: 11/30/12Page 38


tues, 12/4/12 K-12 Holly Jolly night Hike Honey creek 11/16/12 15Wed, 12/12/12 K-12 craft For a (santa) claus eagle Grove 12/7/12 23tues, 12/18/12 K-12 craft For a (santa) claus rockwell city 12/7/12 23thurs, 12/27/12 K-8 Winter Break camp tanglefoot 12/21/12 43

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2-3 Go-Go Derby Workshop Rockwell 12/21/12 34

4-8 Storm the Castle Sioux City 12/28/12 38


2-12 Glass Fusion Jewelry Council Bluffs 12/28/12 16

4-8 Snowed Out Manson 1/4/13 24


K-5 Wow-Water in Winter Milford 1/11/13 22

4-5 Go-Go Derby Osage 1/4/13 34 Workshop

6-8 Program Aide Training Camp Tanglefoot 1/4/13 35

6-12 Women of Water Milford 1/11/13 25


K-5 Winter Fun Festival Joy Hollow 1/11/13 40

2-12 Glass Fusion Missouri Valley 1/11/13 16 Jewelry

K-12 Theater Time - Terabithia Sioux CityReg. Close: 1/4/13Page 37

K-12 Cookie Carnival Mason CityReg. Close: 1/4/13Page 26

1/11/13 - 1/12/13 K-6 Mom and Me Location: Camp Sacajawea Reg. Close: 12/21/12 Pg #: 41 Winter Wonderland

1/11/13 - 1/13/13 6-12 Mt. Kato Ski Trip Location: Camp Tanglefoot Reg. Close: 12/21/12 Pg #: 44

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Do you have a suggestion for an activity/program/trip/adult leadership opportunity you’d like to see hosted by Greater Iowa? We’d love to hear your ideas! Fill out and return this form to any Leadership Center location, email us at [email protected], or call 800-342-8389. all submissions should be relevant towards activites after january 2013. please submit all requests/suggestions by 10/1/12.

activity/program Suggestion:name of person submitting: Contact Information (phone/email): title: Location you’d like to see this activity: Description / Details:

Suggestion Box

Date GraDes tItLe LOCatIOnreG. CLOse

(Friday unless noted) page #

February 20132/1/13 2-6 night at the museum sioux City 1/25/13 392/6/13 2-3 brownies at the blanden Fort Dodge 1/18/13 252/9/13 4-12 Girls on skis Honey Creek 1/25/13 17/392/9/13 K-12 Winter Fun Festival Camp sacajawea 2/15/13 422/16/13 2-5 Girl scouts engineering Day ames 2/1/13 212/16/13 K-12 World thinking Day event mason City area 352/18/13 K-3 mom and me Fancy nancy Fort Dodge 2/8/13 252/19/13 2-3 a day in the life of a… nurse sioux City 2/8/13 392/20/13 K-12 Girl scouts Go broadway sioux City 2/1/13 392/22/13-2/23/13 6-12 teen spa Camp sacajawea 2/1/13 42march 2013march 2013 K-12 maple tree tapping Council bluffs area 173/1/13 - 3/3/13 4-5 Weekend Getaway: minnesota travel Opportunity 2/1/13 453/2/13 K-12 Girl scout night

at the musketeerssioux City 2/22/13 39

3/10/13 K-12 powder puff Derby mason City area 353/20/13 4-12 Girl scout Day at the Capitol Des moines Wed., 3/6/13 123/20/13 9-12 Capitol Girls Des moines 2/27/13 13april 2013april 2013 4-8 theater backstage pass Council bluffs area 17june 2013 and beyondjune 2013 4-8 Old as Dirt, or rocks travel Opportunity 46june 2013 4-8 music City - Here We Come travel Opportunity 5/17/13 466/7/13 3-7 summer break blowout mason City area 356/17/13 - 6/21/13 6-12 blastin’ black Hills Camping adventure travel Opportunity 5/3/13 456/21/13 - 6/24/13 6-12 Denver Weekend adventure travel Opportunity 4/5/13 45july 2013 6-12 pickin’ Down the mississippi travel Opportunity 467/15/13 - 7/19/13 4-5 junior Heritage trip travel Opportunity 5/3/13 46august 2013 6-12 Old Chicago travel Opportunity 469/7/13 K-12 believe in Girls event (b.I.G.) Des moines 8/16/13 11summer 2014 6-12 savannah bound travel Opportunity 47summer 2015 6-12 yellowstone national park adventure travel Opportunity 47

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Nashua United Methodist Church

314 Brasher St Nashua, IA 50658


Max: 30 girls / 10 adultsRegistration Close:


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EVENTSMASON CITY AREA

10/27/12Iowa Lakes Community College

3200 College Drive Room 817

Emmetsburg, IA 50536


11/17/12Camp Tanglefoot

14948 Dogwood Ave Clear Lake, IA 50428


Information for both dates

3 - 5 pm


Max: 30 girls / 10 adults Contact Office: Mason City

4 - 8 spend the day exploring and discovering the Fossil & prairie

park reserve. the fossil park contain 365 million year old clues that you don’t want to miss and the clues can be found in

Iowa’s past landscape. Discover the nature that’s around you everyday. Girls will be earning a badge that was created just

for them! We will be outside most of the day, so appropriate clothing and shoes are needed. to register for this event, you

must go to www.fossilcenter.com or call the Fossil & prairie park reserve at 641-756-3490. bring a sack lunch. all girls

attending must come with a parent or troop leader.

Duct Tape Design

4 - 5

Duct tape design is all the rage! Discover how crafty and creative you can get with this common household item. together we’ll make duct tape flowers, a wallet, or even a purse!

1/19/13 3 - 5 pm

Osage Municipal Building

720 Chestnut St Osage, IA 50461




9/22/129 - 2 pm

Fossil & Prairie Park Reserve 1227 215th St Rockford, IA 50468 Girl Cost: $5 Adult Cost: FREEMax: 75 girls / 15 adultsRegistration Close: 9/14/12 Contact Office: Mason City

2 - 3 Fancy nancy puts her trademark flair to creative use and devotes herself to becoming a serious artist. after all, everything about being an artist is fancy, fancy, fancy - especially when inspiration strikes! you will create your own artistic masterpiece and become as Fancy as nancy.

Fancy Nancy - Aspiring Artist

Go-Go Derby Workshop

2 - 3 are you interested in entering the powder puff Derby but are not sure where to get started or how to design a car? at this workshop you will learn about the origin of the derby, the rules and regulations to follow, and how to design a car. We will also learn about how much fun good sportsmanship is and the joy of being a powder puff Derby participant. For girls in grades K-1, see page 26 for details.

1/5/13 2 - 4 pmRockwell

Community Center 114 3rd St N

Rockwell, IA 50469 Girl Cost: $5

Adult Cost: FREEMax: 50 girls /

20 adultsRegistration Close:


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9/15/123 - 5 pm

Girl Scout Leadership Center 601 S Illinois Ave

Mason City, IA 50401Girl Cost: $5

Adult Cost: FREEMax: 30 girls / 10 adults

Registration Close: 9/7/12Contact Office: Mason City

4 - 12

Do you like to travel? are you interested in learning how to plan a troop trip or go on a destination just for girls? join us to learn about Girl scouts of Greater Iowa and Girl scouts of the usa sponsored trips. Get the latest information about upcoming trips, how to register, and tips for planning your own trip! also see pages 45-47 for council sponsored travel opportunities.

Passport to Travel

9 am - 2 pm

Girl Cost: $6 Adult Cost: FREEMax: 30 girls / 10 adultsContact Office: Mason City

6-8 Here is your opportunity to share your enthusiasm, experience, knowledge, and skills with Girl scout Daisies, brownies, and juniors. part of the council-designed leadership course training will involve learning to work with children and gain a deeper understanding of a specialty such as science, art, the outdoors, or adapting activities for girls with disabilities. Once you have completed this training, you will need to work directly with younger girls over six activity sessions and earn one Lia award to receive your Cadette program aide award.

Program Aide Training

9/15/12Rockwell Community Center 114 3rd St N Rockwell, IA 50469


10/27/12First Lutheran Church 226 N Putnam St Algona, IA 50511


11/17/12Trinity Lutheran Church 304 3rd Ave NE Belmond, IA 50421 Registration Close: 11/2/12

1/19/13 Camp Tanglefoot 14948 Dogwood Ave Clear Lake, IA 50428Registration Close: 1/4/13

World Thinking Day Event

Powder Puff Derby

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Summer Break Blowout


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Cow to Wow

K - 12 take a fun tour of the Ice Cream Capital of the World, Le mars, Ia! this event includes a 90-minute visit to a local dairy farm, an art project at the Le mars art Center, a visit to the local library, a visit to the plymouth County museum, and lunch at Foster park! We’ll map out the “ice cream” cones around town while walking to and from each destination! end your day at the blue bunny Ice Cream parlor & museum for information about blue bunny ice cream and a taste of the delicious treat too! bring your own sack lunch.

nOte: We are also planning a “Cow to Wow” event in the spring/summer! Look for details in our next book.

10/13/1210 am - 3 pm

Le Mars Dairy Farm and Le Mars Area addresses confirmed with registration

Girl Cost: $8Adult Cost: $8Max: 200 girls

Registration Close: 10/5/12 Contact Office: Sioux City

11/10/12noon - 4 pm

Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve 272 Westshore Drive McCook Lake, SD 57049

Girl Cost: FREEAdult Cost: FREEMax: 1,000 girls / adultsRegistration Close: 11/9/12Contact Office: Sioux City

K - 12 Get into your Girl scout holiday spirit and take a step back in time as

we visit adams Homestead and nature preserve. tour the homestead buildings decorated for the Holiday season. enjoy carolers in the

church, refreshments and vendors in the Visitor Center, and crafts in the school. prior to Christmas at the Homestead, you will be making

your very own Christmas ornament that will be proudly displayed on the Christmas trees in the schoolhouse at the Homestead.

Christmas at the Homestead

12/8/121 - 4 pm

Hinton Community Center

205 West Main St Hinton, IA 51024



11/30/12Contact Office:

Sioux City

K - 8

enjoy an evening of being creative and crafty with your friends! Consider using the items you will make as gifts for your family or friends this holiday season! We will also have fun decorating holiday cookies – see you there!

CraftacularCandy Land

Festival

K - 12Come dressed as your favorite character

and join in the Candy Land Festival! you’ll enjoy a day of fun fall activities at

joy Hollow. events include: Candy Land themed games and crafts, a ‘‘not so

haunted’’ tree house tour, hay rack rides, pumpkin decorating, bingo, a bonfire, and

snacks! nOte: two session times are listed (10 a.m. - noon or 1 - 3 p.m.). both sessions

are exactly the same and for all grade levels.

10/6/1210 am - noonor1 - 3 pm

Joy Hollow 14092 Butcher Rd Westfield, IA 51062

Girl Cost: $8Adult Cost: $8Max: 100 per sessionRegistration Close: 9/28/12 Contact Office: Sioux City

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10/20/12Check-in: 1:30 pm

Show time: 2 pm

Sioux City Community Theater

1401 Riverside Blvd Sioux City, IA 51109




Sioux City

Theater Time - Narnia

enjoy an afternoon at the theater! We will be attending the play, the Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. this new dramatization of C.s. Lewis’ classic, set in the land of narnia, faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of aslan, the great lion, his struggle with the White Witch, and the adventures of four children who inadvertently wander from an old wardrobe into the exciting, never-to-be-forgotten narnia. make sure you stick around after the show as we will do a meet and greet with the fabulous cast of the play.

Theater Time -

Terabithia

We will be attending the play, bridge to terabithia. this powerful adaptation focuses on the humor, warmth, and

emotional intensity of Katherine paterson’s newbery award-winning novel. jesse

draws and dreams of becoming something special. Leslie, the new girl from the city

and the ultimate outsider, opens a world of imagination, art, and literature for

him. together they create terabithia, a fantasy kingdom where they are safe from

those who don’t understand them. their friendship grows as jesse’s world expands.

When tragedy strikes, the strength gained in terabithia takes jesse forward on his own and lets him share the magic of his dreams.

make sure you stick around after the show as we will do a meet and greet with the

fabulous cast of the play.

K - 12

1/13/13Check-in: 1:30 pmShow time: 2 pm

Sioux City Community Theater 1401 Riverside Blvd Sioux City, IA 51109

Girl Cost: $8Adult Cost: $8Max: 300 girls / adultsRegistration Close: 1/4/13Contact Office: Sioux City

Morningside Allnighter

4 - 8 Get ready for an awesome GIant

sleepover! It will be a late night of swimming, movies, nail polish,

“minute to Win it” games, pizza, and so much more! Grab your

friends and register today!

11/9/12, 8 pm - 11/10/12, 7:30 amMorningside College Hindman Hobbs HPER Center Building 1501 Morningside Ave Sioux City IA, 51106 Girl Cost: $20Adult Cost: FREEMax: 150 girlsRegistration Close: 11/2/12Contact Office: Sioux City

9/13/126 - 8:30 pm

Sioux City Leadership Center

1515 Zenith Dr Sioux City, IA 51103



9/7/12Contact Office:

Sioux City

4 - 8

Do you love watching C.S.I. on TV? What if a crime occurred right here in Sioux City… could Girl Scouts solve the crime? Meet the real team of C.S.I. agents in Sioux City! Learn about fingerprinting, DNA testing, and how to break down a crime scene from top to bottom! You won’t want to miss this fascinating event full of discovery!

C.S.I. Sioux City

Girl scouts gave me the confidence to do

what i think is right

even if no one else does it.

–Ally, Mapleton

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EVENTSSIOUX CITY AREA

12/9/121 - 3 pm

Sioux City Art Center 225 Nebraska St

Sioux City, IA 51101




Sioux CityPique-Assiette

4 - 8 “pique-assiette”…the art of the mosaic. We will create beautiful and functional pieces using found objects, glass, stones, mirrors, dishes, and tiles. please bring any piece of china that you are willing to transform into an alternate thing of beauty. We’ll enjoy a relaxing, fun journey through the art of mosaic.

1/5/139 am - noon

Sioux City Museum 607 4th St Sioux City, IA 51101

Girl Cost: $6Adult Cost: $6Max: 30 girls / adultsRegistration Close: 12/28/12 Contact Office: Sioux City

4 - 8Have you ever wondered what it would be like to capture a castle

from a King or Queen? Join us as we storm the castle! Though

this awesome game of storm the castle, you’ll build a catapult,

investigate machines, and learn about Kings and Queens on your adventure to capture the castle!

10/12/126:30 pm

Pumpkinland Corn Maze

4123 Jackson Ave Orange City, IA 51041




Sioux City

4 - 12

Join us for a day of fun as we search to find our way out of this amazing corn maze! We’ll break into teams and work on teamwork skills as we take the challenge of the corn maze. Earn a corn maze fun patch along the way! Remember a flashlight - it will be dark!

Corn Maze Challenge 10/26/12, 7:30 pm -

10/27/12, 7 amSioux City Leadership Center 1515 Zenith Dr Sioux City, IA 51103

Girl Cost: $20Adult Cost: FREEMax: 30 girls / adultsRegistration Close: 10/19/12Contact Office: Sioux City

6 - 12Do you sometimes feel the hair on your arms stand up? Do you ever feel like someone is

watching you, but no one is there? Come and learn how professional ghost hunters use their equipment to locate and record the unseen. Listen to scary stories as you wander through

two sioux City locations. this evening is not for the faint of heart! If the thought of things being haunted or spooky interests you, then it’s time to register now! skeptics welcome. We’ll meet at the sioux City Leadership Center and head out to our investigation sites. after we are done

investigating, we will head back to the Leadership Center for an awesome overnight adventure.

Storm the Castle

Ghostly Encounter

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2/19/135:30 - 7:30 pm

St. Luke’s HospitalGirl & Adult Cost: $6


2/9/13Mt. Crescent Ski Area17026 Snowhill LnHoney Creek, IA 51542

Registration Close: 1/25/13Contact Office: Sioux City

2/1/136 - 10 pm

Sioux City Museum 607 4th St

Sioux City, IA 51101Girl Cost: $8

Adult Cost: $8Max: 120 girls / adults


Night at the Museum

2 - 6

Fun after hours at the museum! Crafts, stories, a movie, and more!

A Day in the Life of a... Nurse

2 - 3

bring your teddy bear to learn about saving lives and healing the sick!


Girls on Skis

4 - 12Learn to ski, build camaraderie, and enjoy a thrilling experience!

Girl Scouts Go Broadway

K - 12Get dressed up and enjoy an awesome evening watching shrek!

Girl Scout Night at theMusketeers

2/20/13Sioux City Orpheum Theatre

Cost: $30/girl & adult

Registration Close: 2/1/13Contact Office: Sioux City

3/2/13Ice Skating: 1:30 pm check-in,

2 pm ice skating start timeGame Only: 6:15 pm check-in,

7 pm game start time

Tyson Event Center 401 Gordon Dr

Sioux City, IA 51101

Skating and Game Cost (g & a): $15Game Only Cost (g & a): $10

Fun Patch: $1Max: 300 girls

Registration Close: 2/22/13*Contact Office: Sioux City

K - 12 enjoy an amazing night at the hockey rink! before the big game, you can join your troop and your troop leader for ice skating! skating check in begins at 1:30 p.m. and skating start time begins at 2 p.m. you may also attend just the hockey game as well. Game time check in starts at 6:15 p.m. with start time at 7 p.m. you can also purchase a fun patch to remind you of the great time you had on the ice.

* nOte: the registration close date applies to the ice skating portion of this event. you may continue to register for the game only after this registration deadline through the tyson event Center box office.

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CampJOY HOLLOW

Winter Fun Festival

K - 5 Grab your snow gear and experience winter at Joy Hollow! Choose from a

variety of indoor and outdoor activities including sledding, snowshoeing, hiking,

crafts, and more! Hot cocoa and snacks will be provided. Activities may vary

depending on the weather.

Volunteers are needed for this fun event!

10/13/121 - 4 pm



1/26/131 - 4 pm

Girl Cost: $7Adult Cost: FREEMax: 30 girls / 30 adultsRegistration Close: 1/11/13

K - 12

See page 36 for more information.

Candy Land Festival

Other events taking place at

Joy Hollow

Joy Hollow 14092 Butcher Rd Westfield, IA [email protected]

Unplug from your everyday demands and explore the great outdoors with a group of like-minded girls. Share your passion and have a great time with other outdoor enthusiasts. You’ll have a blast bonding at an overnight or bonding during one-day opportunities.

This camp section is divided by camp location and by age within each section. Use the included registration forms or register online. If a health history form is required with your registration, you will see this symbol. Hh You can download our Health History form from our website at girlscoutsiowa.org.

CAMP

I wouldn’t be who I am

today without Girl Scout

Camp. - Angela Fay

4 - 8

Try your hand at archery and see if you can hit the bulls-eye, then move on to our low ropes course and challenge yourself to overcome all the obstacles! Our afternoon will begin with basic instruction and practice at the archery range. Then we will move to the low ropes course, which is composed of several elements designed for you to complete individually! Are you up for the challenge? Come find out!

Archers and Daredevils

SUMMER CAMP 2013... Look for summer camp information in early 2013.Real friends. Real fun. Real adventure. (and a bunch of gooey s’mores and silly songs)

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1/11/13, 6:30 pm - 1/12/13, noonGirl Cost: $25

Adult Cost: $25



K - 6Come to camp for a winter fun overnight

adventure! Weather permitting, we’ll go ice-skating, snow shoeing, and make snow art!

We’ll have a campfire, s’mores, and hot cocoa to warm up with, as well as indoor winter

crafts. Girls must come with a chaperone following Girl scout safety guidelines. Hh

Mom & MeWinter

Wonderland

11/16/12, 6:30 pm - 11/17/12, noon



11/2/12

Mom & MeFall Festival

1 - 5

this event is designed for moms and Daughters to celebrate fall! you’ll have a chance to dip apples, take a hayride through camp, paint your own jack-o-lantern, and go on a scavenger hunt through camp for prizes! this weekend will be full of fun times and fall flair! Girls must come with a chaperone following Girl scout safety guidelines.

Hh

CampCAMP SACAJAWEA

camp sacajawea638 L ave

Boone, ia [email protected]

12/7/12, 6:30 pm - 12/8/12, noonGirl Cost: $25

Adult Cost: $25



6 - 12It’s time for a weekend away! relax and recover from your busy schedule with a

movie and popcorn, as well as a campfire and s’mores! We’ll try new treats and end

the weekend feeling relaxed and refreshed! this event is open to girls without adult

chaperones. Volunteers needed. Hh

Teen Retreat

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CampCAMP SACAJAWEA

4 - 12see page 20 for more information.

Mom & Me Pin It

2/9/1311 am - 4 pm


Max: 100 girls & adults

Registration Close: 2/15/13 Winter Fun Festival

K - 12

Come spend a day with us as we go snowshoeing, ice skating, and make a craft at our Winter Festival! you will be able to see the beauty of camp in the winter and enjoy a roaring fire and hot cocoa. Girls must come with a chaperone. Volunteers needed!

camp sacajawea638 L aveBoone, ia [email protected]

Other events taking place at camp sacajawea

Floo Powder 4 - 12

see page 20 for more information.

(events subject to change) SNEAK PEEK INTO 2013

6 - 12relaxation and recovery from your busy schedule. movies, pampering, and treats!

Volunteers needed! Hh

Teen Spa

2/22/13, 6:30 pm - 2/23/13, noonGirl Cost: $25Adult Cost: $25Max: 30 girls / 30 adultsRegistration Close: 2/1/13

What Girl scouting means to me is laughter, friends, & camping.

i will never give it up!–Kate, Ames

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CampCAMP TANGLEFOOT

camp tanglefoot14948 Dogwood ave

clear Lake, ia [email protected]

K - 5

pumpkins, colored leaves, and great memories await you this weekend at Camp tanglefoot! activities will include decorating pumpkins, making Fall-themed crafts, making apple or cherry pies over a fire, dipping caramel apples, and going on a color hike! Overnight sleeping accommodations may vary depending on the weather. Options include sleeping in cabins out in camp or in our year-round lodges. troops must bring enough adults to ensure appropriate ratios for their age level; individual girls must have an accompanying adult. Volunteers needed! Hh

Fall Festival

Winter Break

K - 8What better way to enjoy your winter vacation than spending a day at Camp

tanglefoot? We’re gearing up for sledding, building snow-Girl scouts, making snow-angels, snow painting, songs, games, crafts, Girl scout badge work, and a campfire with s’mores! 4th – 8th graders will also be able to cross-country ski.

activities will be both indoors and outdoors and will depend on the weather. participants should bring a sack lunch, snow gear, and warm clothes! adult

chaperones do not need to be present at this event as ratios will be met and camp staff will lead activities.

11/3/129 am - 3 pm



10/19/12

4 - 8

Celebrate thanksgiving by cooking a variation of the traditional meal outdoors! as an added twist, you’ll have to first locate your ingredients and cookware by Geocaching – using a hand-held Gps unit! We’ll start the day learning how to use our Gps units, and from there we’ll find our food, cook our meal, and finish the day off with a yummy thanksgiving dessert! Volunteers needed.

Thanksgiving Hide and Seek

10/19/12, 6:30 pm - 10/20/12,

3 pmGirl Cost: $30

Adult Cost: $25Max: 50 girls /

50 adultsRegistration Close:

10/5/12

12/27/129 am - 4 pm

Girl Cost: $10Adult Cost: N/AMax: 100 girlsRegistration Close: 12/21/12

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CampCAMP TANGLEFOOT

camp tanglefoot14948 Dogwood ave clear Lake, ia [email protected]

1/11/13 6:30 pm - 1/13/13, 11 amGirl Cost: $100Adult Cost: $100

Max: 30 girls & adults


6 - 12Get fired up for a downhill ski trip to mt. Kato in mankato,

minnesota! We’ll spend Friday and saturday night at Camp tanglefoot also going sledding and cross-country skiing!

participants may choose to ski or snowboard at mt. Kato; lessons are included in the cost of the event. transportation and meals at camp will be provided. attendees should bring

additional spending money to purchase lunch at the ski resort. Hh

Mt. Kato Ski Trip

K - 1


Duct Tape Design

Daisy Hat Society 4 - 5


Program Aide Training

6 - 8 see page 35 for more information.

Other events taking place at camp tanglefoot

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3/1/13 - 3/3/13

Girl Cost: $300*

Adult Cost: $300*


Planning Meeting Dates**:

TBAContact Office:

Mason City

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We’re hitting all points on the compass as we travel to amazing places together. travel around the midwest for a fun-filled weekend or go further than you ever have before for the adventure of a lifetime! all travel opportunities in this section are sorted by date of the trip. please note: there is a required deposit of $50 or the full cost of the trip for all travel experiences at the time of registration. the deposit is non-refundable if you cancel. However, if Girl scouts of Greater Iowa cancels the trip, your deposit will be fully refunded. Grade levels are noted by each title. use the included registration forms or register online. a health history form (found online at girlscoutsiowa.org) is required with your registration.

Hh nOte: Cancellations will be accepted and refunds will be processed only until payments are made for transportation.

the [girls] learned about navigating airports and cities in a foreign country and working through language and cultural barriers! it was an amazing, hectic, beautiful, inspiring experience. - Melissa Murray, trip to Brazil with her troop, the Flying Monkeys.

traveL

Blastin’ Black Hills

Adventure

6 - 12 join us for a blastin’ black Hills Camping

adventure! as a group, we will plan our amazing adventure! a few of our adventure options are:

camping, hiking, horseback riding, exploring dark caves, mt. rushmore, 1880 steam train,

following the footsteps of dinosaurs and other prehistoric beasts, and scouting for buffalo

and other wild life. We will be camping where the buffalo roam - so bring a flashlight! Hh

4 - 5 join us as we explore the many fun filled things we can do in minnesota. Our adventure may include: scout day at the minnesota Zoo, Chanhassen Dinner theater, shopping at the mall of america, and/or staying at an indoor water park.

Hh

WeekendGetaway -Minnesota

6/17/13 - 6/21/13Girl Cost: $400*Adult Cost: $400*Registration Close: 5/3/13Planning Meeting Dates**: TBAContact Office: Sioux City

6/21/13 - 6/24/13

Girl Cost: $400*Adult Cost: $400*Registration Close:

4/5/13Planning Meeting

Dates**: 4/27/12 & 5/3/12 Contact Office:

Council Bluffs

Denver Weekend Adventure

6 - 12

join us on a weekend adventure to the mile High City! We will travel by bus and experience the great sights that make up Denver, Colorado! some activities may include: a Colorado rockies baseball game, Denver Zoo, Denver museum of nature & science, tour of Downtown Denver, elitch Gardens & theme park, Confluence park, shopping at the 16th street mall, and more! Hh

*Approximate price. Final price will be determined based on girls’ planning.

*A $50 minimum deposit is required at the time of registration for all trips.

** Participation in planning meetings can take place in person, via conference call, or online meeting.

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august 20133 days / 2 nights

Girl Cost: $300*

Adult Cost: $300*Contact Office:

Des Moines

7/15/13 - 7/19/13Girl Cost: $500*adult Cost: $500*registration Close: 5/3/13planning meeting Dates**: tbaContact Office: mason City

4 - 5 Girls in grades 4-5, are you looking for fun and adventure this summer? Join

us for the Junior Heritage Trip! Girls will do the planning and pick from three

historic itineraries. Itineraries include: Laura Ingalls Wilder Park & Museum,

Spook Cave, World’s only Corn Palace, and Wild Water West Water park. Hh

June 20132 days / 1 night

Girl Cost: $100*Adult Cost: $100*

Contact Office: Des Moines

4 - 8 Hunt for fossils at the Fossil and prairie Center in rockwell City, Iowa. Learn about what lies beneath!

Old as Dirt, or Rocks

July 20133 days / 2 nights

Girl Cost: $250*Adult Cost: $250*

Contact Office: Des moines

6 - 12

Look for an opportunity to explore the sights and experience the mississippi river, including a visit to antique archeology, home of the american pickers! Hh

Junior Heritage Trip

Pickin’ Down the Mississippi

June 20135 days / 4 nights

Girl Cost: $500*Adult Cost: $500*Registration Close: 5/17/13Planning Meeting Dates**:1/15/13, 4 - 6 pm 3/12/13, 4 - 6 pm5/14/13, 4 - 6 pm Contact Office: Fort Dodge

4 - 8Girls, get out your cowboy boots and hats - we’re headed to nashville! yee Haw! We’re going to see what music City is all

about! We’ll hop a coach bus for the 12 hour trip to nashville and see who’s playing at the Grand Ol’ Opry! We’ll head down

to the ryman and Country music Hall of Fame! perhaps we’ll do a ghost tour or check out a famous plantation…the choice is yours! start putting away your cookie dough because your

favorite country music stars are waiting! Hh

Music City -Here We Come

6 - 12

the ocean in the midwest! Visit Lake michigan, the Chicago Field museum, and sears tower for starters. more information to come in the spring! Hh

Old Chicago

TRAVEL

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Summer 2014Girl Cost: $950* / Adult Cost: $950*Contact Office: Mason City

6 - 12 Let’s head south to experience the same path as our founder, Juliette Gordon Low, in Savannah, GA. We will have the opportunity to visit her birth home, Andrew Low house, go on a ghost tour, participate in a Girl Scout program at the Girl Scout First Headquarters, enjoy the fabulous food of the south such as Lady & Sons Restaurant (Paul Dean) and so much more! Hh

Savannah Bound

July 2015Girl Cost: $600* / Adult Cost: $600* / Contact Office: Mason City

7 - 12

Are you ready for an adventure? We will head to Mt. Rushmore on our first day; take in the sites and possibly take part in the evening flag ceremony. Then we head to Cody, WY where we have the opportunity to see Old Time Shoot Out and a Cody Rodeo. Then it’s off to Yellowstone where we could participate in a rangers program, hike, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Yellowstone National Park. All activities will be girl planned. Hh

Yellowstone National Park Adventure

*Approximate price. Final price will be determined based on girls’ planning.*A $50 minimum deposit is required at the time of registration for all trips.** Participation in planning meetings can take place in person, via conference call, or online meeting.

I want to go... how do I pay for my trip?

We hope that you can participate in as many adventures as you desire! The council provides some fantastic opportunities to start the money earning/saving process:

• Participate in the Fall and Cookie Product Programs (see the product program flier on page 49 for dates).

• If you sign up for a trip before September 30, you can “bank” your cookie dough to save for that trip. All you have to do is let us know that you would like to use your cookie dough this way (and bonus if you earned it).

• Apply for a grant through our Trip Financial Assistance

form (found in the forms section of our website at www.girlscoutsiowa.org).

• Troop Money-Earning Opportunities (led by girls attending; specific for troop travel opportunities).

No one should expect to pay for an entire trip solely with money-earning opportunities or Product Program money earned. Even with those programs, some out-of-pocket expenses will be necessary. Through these programs, however, we hope to allow you the chance to begin the process of taking the trip(s) of a lifetime!

not interested in joining a troop, but still want to enjoy

the Girl Scout Leadership experience?

You can join our program as a Juliette!

Girl scoutingcustom made for you!

Juliettes are busy, independent, self confident girls who want to be a part of something larger – Girl Scouts! Make your Girl Scouting experience custom fit your interests!

• The Juliette program is a great way for girls who don’t have time for troop specific activities to participate in other council programs.

• It’s a great way to continue your future in Girl Scouts when your troop no longer meets, or if there isn’t a troop that is right for you in your town.

• Some of our Juliettes belonged to Girl Scouts as younger girls and are now looking for a new way to stay connected while not making a year long commitment to a group.

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FALL FALL PRODUCT PRODUCT SALESALEOrder Taking Dates:

10/26/12 - 11/11/12

Delivery Week:12/3/12 - 12/8/12

GIRLwhat can a GIRLGIRL

do? COOKIE COOKIE SALESALE

Delivery Week:1/26/13 - 2/1/13

Direct Sale Dates:2/1/13 - 3/17/13

PRODUCT PROGRAMWatch our website for updates

and leader training information (face-to-face and online!)

www.girlscoutsiowa.org

Start setting goals now!

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reGistratiOn prOceDUres1. registration is required for events. your cash, check,

money order, credit/debit cards, Cookie Dough, juliette proceeds, or Financial aid card will be processed and charged upon receipt of registration form. If your group/troop does not get into the event, you will be notified and will have the choice to either stay on the waiting list or have a refund processed immediately.

2. you are welcome to submit registrations online, by mail, or in person. use the same name you gave when you completed your Girl scout yearly membership registration (i.e. elizabeth vs. beth). registrations will be handled on a first-come, first-serve basis; postmarks will be honored the same as walk-ins. If minimum registration numbers are not met, the event may be postponed or cancelled.

3. all participating girls must be registered, or register, as a Girl scout. to register as a Girl scout, just indicate that in the membership Information section on the Individual Girls form, and include the annual membership dues with the event registration and payment.

4. all forms must be complete, i.e. signatures, participant list, and full applicable payment. Write clearly when completing the registration form. submit payment by cash (do not mail cash), checks, money order, credit/debit cards, and/or Financial aid, juliette proceeds, or Cookie Dough cards. registration and money will not be accepted at the actual event. Girls or adults whose fees are not prepaid will not be allowed to participate at the event. please also see the “register as soon as possible” section for more details. make checks payable to Girl scouts of Greater Iowa. Cash is only accepted during normal business hours.

5. registration cancellations can be handled by phone when you call the Des moines Leadership Center. additional registrants need to follow the registration procedure listed previously.

6. Health History forms are required for any overnight program taking place at camp and any other program overnight stay of two nights or more. Look for opportunities marked in their description with this symbol Hh . you will find our Heath History form on our website girlscoutsiowa.org.

7. the Council will provide confirmation to registered participants via email. If you have concerns regarding your registration, please call the Des moines Leadership Center.

reGister as sOOn as pOssiBLe

1. please register your Girl scout for any program as soon as possible. by registering early, you will help us make sure that there are adequate materials for the program which will assist us in providing the best possible experience. events will close as soon as we have reached the maximum registration amount. If minimum numbers are not met, the event may be postponed or cancelled.

Safety checkpoint GuidelinesGirl scout safety activity Checkpoint adult/Girl ratios must be followed for the safety of our Girl scouts. please refer to the ratios below for events, activities, travel, and camping:

Following are the registration guidelines for our membership year 2012-2013. the listings in this book are sponsored by the Girl scouts of Greater Iowa to support group activities and the education and development of girls through their involvement in Girl scouting. the fees cover items such as the costs of supplies, food, facility rental, awards/recognitions, patches, facilitator fees, insurance, printing, postage, and sometimes transportation.

It is so easy to register online! Go to our website at www.girlscoutsiowa.org. Be sure to read through the important registration guidelines that follow:

TWO ADULTS FOR EVERY:

6 Girl scout Daisies

12 Girl scout brownies

16 Girl scout juniors

20 Girl scout Cadettes

24 Girl scout seniors

24 Girl scout ambassadors

PLUS ONE ADULT FOR EACH ADDITIONAL:

4 Girl scout Daisies

6 Girl scout brownies

8 Girl scout juniors

10 Girl scout Cadettes

12 Girl scout seniors

12 Girl scout ambassadors

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reFUnDs1. If a participant cancels after the registration close date,

there will be no refund except in the event of serious personal injury, illness accompanied with a doctor’s note, death in the immediate family, relocation, or rescheduling of the event.

2. refunds or discounts will not be made for a participant arriving late or leaving early.

3. participants not in attendance at the event are not eligible to receive any items from the event (patches, crafts, amenities, etc.).

4. If you need to cancel your registration, do so as soon as possible by calling the program registrar at the Des moines Leadership Center.

5. If the Council cancels a program due to inclement weather at the event site on the day of the scheduled event, fees will be refunded and all participants will be notified by phone.

nOn-DiscriMinatiOn/accOMMODatiOns1. no individual will be discriminated against because of race,

color, national origin, age, handicap, or socioeconomic status. Girl scouts of Greater Iowa will provide reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. requests should be made to the Council Leadership Center as early as possible, but at least four weeks in advance of the event.

2. Financial aid is available for membership dues, events, and books. travel Financial aid is also available via application. please submit the appropriate financial application found in the forms section of our website.

OtHer iMpOrtant stUFF1. all events must meet the minimum adult/girl ratio as

required by Girl scouts of Greater Iowa.

2. articles lost or left behind at an event are not the responsibility of the Council.

3. tagalongs are any children who are not registered Girl scouts, including babies, boys, or Girl scouts at an age level other than that for which the event is designed. they detract from the needs and interest of girls participating in the events. troops or individuals arriving at an event with a tagalong will be asked to leave or make other arrangements for the child.

4. you must complete a separate form (online or paper) for each event you would like to attend.

5. there is an events calendar on our website that lists all events by grade level. Descriptions are also available by clicking on the name of the event.

it’s easY tO reGister OnLine!Online registration is available on our website at www.girlscoutsiowa.org.

pLease nOte: you will receive an official confirmation from the council noting that you are either in the event or on the waiting list.

If you have not heard from us two weeks before your event, please call us at 800-342-8389 or email us at [email protected].

e-BUsiness (eBiz)

a new kind of online registration is coming soon to Girl scouts of Greater Iowa. you can currently register for programs, camp, travel, and adult education opportunities - this new system will allow new or returning members the ability to register for yearly membership online as well!

What does this mean? It means you can register, pay the $12 membership dues, and print your membership card all in a matter of minutes.

How do you get started? If you are a current member or have been a member in the past, we must have a correct email address on file. please send us your name, your daughter’s name, and the email address you want to use on your account. email it to [email protected].

Video learning: Videos will soon be placed on our website to guide you through the online process and to learn more about why this is important to us. If you have questions or need additional information, please email [email protected] or call 800-342-8389.

REGISTRATION GUIDELINES

GoldSilver

Bronze Awards

The Gold Award, the highest award in Girl Scouts, focuses on the interests and personal journey towards leadership skills and service for girls in 9th – 12th grade. By earning the Girl Scout Gold Award you will be joining the ranks of generations of young women who have made a difference both locally and globally. The Gold Award represents the highest achievement in Girl Scouts and therefore is a commitment you make and complete as an individual.

Fulfilling the requirements for the Girl Scout Gold Award starts with completing two Girl Scout Senior or Ambassador journeys, or having earned the Silver Award and completing one Senior or Ambassador journey. Each journey you complete gives you the skills you need to plan and implement your Take Action project. After you have fulfilled the journey(s) requirement, 80 hours is the suggested minimum for the steps necessary to achieve your goal.

This prestigious award is a plus when applying to colleges and financial scholarships as many opportunities await girls who are Gold Award Receipients. A Girl Scout who has earned her Gold Award automatically rises one rank in any of the U.S. military branches.

The Bronze Award is a leadership adventure and the highest honor a Girl scout junior can achieve. you can complete the project as an individual or on a team. During the project, you’ll develop more confidence, meet new people, and have the kind of fun that happens when you work with other Girl scouts to make a difference.

Girl scouts can earn the bronze award as a registered member in 4th or 5th grade (or equivalent). Girls must complete an age-level/junior national Leadership journey, and then create a take action project based on their observations of a local issue. not all projects will require the same length of time to complete from planning, to sharing, to celebration. to earn this award, you should expect to include the time it takes to complete a Girl scout junior journey and a suggested minimum of 20 hours to build your team, explore your community, choose and plan your project, put your plan in motion, and spread the word to educate and inspire others.

The Silver Award symbolizes a Cadette’s accomplishments in Girl scouting and is the highest honor a girl in 6th-8th grade can earn. Going for the Girl scout silver award gives you the chance to show that you are a leader who is organized, determined, and dedicated to improving your community.

to fulfill the requirements for this award, you will need to complete a Cadette national Leadership journey and create a take action project that improves your neighborhood or local community. after girls complete the Cadette journey, the suggested minimum time for earning their Girl scout silver award is 50 hours. you can earn the award by focusing on an issue that you care about; building a team to support that issue; exploring your community; picking, planning, and putting your take action project into action; demonstrating an understanding of sustainability and the wider world; and sharing what you have learned with others.

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NOTE FOR TRIPS: Cancellations will be accepted and refunds will be processed only until payments are made for transportation.

iT’S eaSY To reGiSTer onLine! Online registration is available at www.girlscoutsiowa.org. a website confirmation page will appear when you have successfully registered online. pLease nOte: this is not a confirmation that you are “in” the event, it is only a confirmation that you have submitted your registration correctly. you will receive an official confirmation from the council noting that you are either in the event or on the waiting list. If you have not heard from us two weeks before your event, please call us at 800-342-8389 or

email us at [email protected]. For more information, see the registration guidelines on pages 50-51.

Use this form to register multiple individuals. Registrations are accepted through the close date listed in the detailed information. Payment for all participants must accompany the registration form. By submitting this registration form with payment, you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and will abide by, Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa’s policies and procedures, including those listed in the Event Registration Guidelines. Feel free to make copies of this form.

GROUP/TROOP LEADER CONTACT INFORMATION (all correspondence will go to this person about this event)

Group/troop Leader’s name:

Day phone: evening phone: Cell phone:

address: City/state/Zip:

Group/troop Leader’s email address:

preferred method of contact: email phone postal mail Five Digit troop #:

Grade Level (circle): K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: List additional information on back of form, if needed.

event name (note separate resistration form for B.I.G. on pg. 55):

Location: Date: time:

total number of Girls attending: total number of adults attending:

adult namesDietary restrictions, medications, Health Concerns, or Other special needs

1.2.3.4.5.

turn over to list all girl participants

PAYMENT METHOD SUMMARY

scholarship amount requested - Form(s) enclosed ................$ Cookie Dough being used (card number(s) listed in details) ..... +$ Financial aid being used (card number(s) listed in details) ....... +$ Cash/Check(s)/money Order(s) enclosed ...................................... +$ Credit Card ................................................................................................... +$

tOtaL amOunt enCLOseD =$

Circle One: Discover masterCard Visa# V-Code

exp.Date: / signature:

Please return registration forms in any of the following ways: Deliver to: any Leadership Center Mail to: Girl scouts of Greater Iowa, attention: program registrar, 10715 Hickman rd, Des moines, Ia 50322 Fax to: (515) 278-5988 (credit/debit card) Email to: [email protected] (credit/debit card) Complete online: www.girlscoutsiowa.org (credit/debit card)

EVENT CHARGES

# attending price/person sub-total

Girls X$ =$ adults X$ =$ tOtaL FOr aCtIVIty =$

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All girls must be supervised by a troop leader or a parent and each girl must have a signed and filled

out permission form with her when she arrives according to safety guidelines. Troop leaders or

the adult in charge of individuals or groups will be responsible for parent permission forms.

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Use this form when registering independent of a group or as a new member. Registrations are accepted through the close date listed in the detailed information. Payment for all participants must accompany the registration form. By submitting this registration form with payment, you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and will abide by, Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa’s policies and procedures, including those listed in the Event Registration Guidelines. Feel free to make copies of this form.

GirL parTicipanT conTacT inForMaTionGirl’s name:

Day phone: evening phone: Cell phone:

address: City/state/Zip:

school: Grade Level (circle): K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

parent/Guardian’s email address: preferred method of contact: email postal mail

juliette Girl scout yes no Five Digit troop #:

adULT parTicipanT inForMaTionname(s) of participating adult(s):

address (if different than girl): phone number:

reGiSTraTion inForMaTionevent name (note separate resistration from for B.I.G. on pg. 55):

Location: Date: time:

perMiSSion ForMS

1. each girl must have a complete and signed parent permission form when she arrives at a program activity (in hand or previously turned in). the parent permission forms can be found on our website girlscoutsiowa.org

2. most programs will require that girls be supervised by a troop leader or a parent according to safety guidelines. troop leaders, or the adult in charge of individuals or groups, will be responsible for the parent permission forms.

3. For instances which girls may attend program activities without adult supervision, each girl must bring a completed and signed parent permission form when she arrives at the program activity.

4. parents/troop Leaders: If any girl that has special dietary concerns or needs special accommodations for program activities, you will need to contact the Leadership Center that is responsible for that particular activity. the Leadership Center that is responsible for events can be found in the program book.

MeMBerShip inForMaTion I am a neW member: yes no I acknowledge that the registrant will make the Girl scout promise and abide by the Girl scout Law. the registrant has my permission to join Girl

scouts. I understand that when participating in Girl scout activities, the registrant may be photographed for print, video, or electronic imaging. I understand that the images may be used in promotional materials, news releases, and other published formats for either the local Girl scout council or Girl scouts of the usa. I acknowledge that the images will be the sole property of either the local Girl scout council or Girl scouts of the usa.

I HaVe enCLOseD $12 FOr annuaL membersHIp Dues (OCt. 1 - sept. 30), in addition to event fees: yes no I HaVe enCLOseD a COmpLeteD sCHOLarsHIp FOrm FOr membersHIp (available at www.girlscoutsiowa.org): yes no

Signature of Parent/Guardian: Date:

Please return registration forms in any of the following ways: Deliver to: any Leadership Center Email to: [email protected] (credit/debit card) Complete online: www.girlscoutsiowa.org (credit/debit card) Fax to: (515) 278-5988 (credit/debit card) Mail to: Girl scouts of Greater Iowa, attention: program registrar, 10715 Hickman rd, Des moines, Ia 50322

paYMenT MeThod SUMMarYscholarship amount requested - Form(s) enclosed ......................$ Cookie Dough being used ....................................................................... +$ Cookie Dough Card number juliette proceeds being used ................................................................ +$ juliette proceeds Card number Financial aid being used .......................................................................... +$ Financial aid Card number Cash/Check(s)/money Order(s) enclosed ...................................... +$ Credit Card ................................................................................................... +$

Circle One: Disc mC Visa # V-Code exp.Date: / signature:

TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED =$

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NOTE FOR TRIPS: Cancellations will be accepted and refunds will be processed only until payments are made for transportation.

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Girls X$ =$ adults X$ =$ tOtaL FOr aCtIVIty =$

individual girls


Your local shop purchases help provide services to our girls.

Thank you for your support.SHOP! SHOP HOURS(all locations) M 8 am - 5 pm tu 8 am - 5 pm W 8 am - 5 pm th 8 am - 6 pm F 8 am - 5 pm

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REGISTRATION FORMUse this form when registering for the B.I.G. event only. Registrations are accepted through the close date listed in the detailed information. Payment for all participants must accompany the registration form. By submitting this registration form with payment, you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and will abide by, Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa’s policies and procedures, including those listed in the Event Registration Guidelines. Feel free to make copies of this form.

Please return registration forms in any of the following ways: Deliver to: Any Leadership Center Email to: [email protected] (credit/debit card) Complete online: www.girlscoutsiowa.org (credit/debit card) Fax to: (515) 278-5988 (credit/debit card) Mail to: Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa, Attention: Program Registrar, 10715 Hickman Rd, Des Moines, IA 50322

Use this form when registering for the B.I.G. event only. Registrations are accepted through the close date listed in the detailed information. Payment for all participants must accompany the registration form. By submitting this registration form with

Believe in Girls (B.I.G.)

INDIVIDUALSGirl’s Name:

Day Phone: Evening Phone:

Cell Phone:

Address/City/State/Zip:

School: Grade Level (circle): K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Parent/Guardian’s Email Address:

Preferred method of contact: email postal mail

Girl Scout Juliette yes no Five Digit Troop #:

ADULT PARTICIPANT INFORMATIONName(s) of Participating Adult(s):

Address (if different than girl):

Phone Number (if different):

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

I AM A NEW MEMBER: Yes No I acknowledge that the registrant will make the Girl Scout Promise and abide by the Girl Scout Law. The registrant has my permission to join Girl Scouts. I understand that when participating in Girl Scout activities, the registrant may be photographed for print, video, or electronic imaging. I understand that the images may be used in promotional materials, news releases, and other published formats for either the local Girl Scout council or Girl Scouts of the USA. I acknowledge that the images will be the sole property of either the local Girl Scout council or Girl Scouts of the USA.

I HAVE ENCLOSED $12 FOR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES (OCT. 1 - SEPT. 30), in addition to event fees: Yes No I HAVE ENCLOSED A COMPLETED SCHOLARSHIP FORM FOR MEMBERSHIP (available at www.girlscoutsiowa.org): Yes No

Signature of Parent/Guardian:

Date:

GROUP/TROOP

Group/Troop Leader’s Name:

Day Phone:

Evening Phone:

Cell Phone:

Address:

City/State/Zip:

Group/Troop Leader’s Email Address:

Preferred method of contact: email phone postal mail

Five Digit Troop #:

Grade Level(s) (circle): K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

GROUPS:

Go to bus transportation section below (if utilizing)

OR

Please turn form over to list all participants.

BUS TRANSPORTATION Will you be utilizing bus transportation for B.I.G.? yes no

Buses will be stopping at the following locations. Please mark which location you will be utilizing (choose one):

¦ Clarinda

¦ Council Bluffs

¦ Dows

¦ Estherville

¦ Fort Dodge

¦ Humboldt

¦ Le Mars

¦ Mason City

¦ Oskaloosa

¦ Ottumwa

¦ Onawa

¦ Pocahontas

¦ Sioux City

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PARENTAL PERMISSION 1. For the B.I.G. event, girls must be supervised by a troop leader or a parent according to safety guidelines. 2. Each girl must have a completed and signed parent permission for the B.I.G. Event. The Troop leader or the adult in

charge of individuals or groups will be responsible for the parent permission forms. Parent permission forms can be found on our website girlscoutsiowa.org.

Be a part of our fl exible volunteer network.Give one hour. Give one day. Give one day a month. Give one day a week.Go to girlscoutsiowa.org for a list of volunteer positions and descriptions.

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Girl Names (please list first and last names) Age Grade

Dietary Restrictions, Medications, Health Concerns,

or Other Special NeedsCookie Dough Amount Used

Scholarship Requested

1. $ $

cookie dough / juliette proceeds card # financial aid card #

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Believe in Girls (B.i.G.)

paYMenT MeThod SUMMarYscholarship amount requested - Form(s) enclosed ......................$ Cookie Dough/juliette Funds being used ......................................... +$ Cookie Dough/juliette Funds Card number Financial aid being used .......................................................................... +$ Financial aid Card number transportation Cost .................................................................................. +$ Cash/Check(s)/money Order(s) enclosed ...................................... +$ Credit Card ................................................................................................... +$

Circle One: Disc mC Visa # V-Code exp.Date: / signature:

TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED =$

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Girl Scout volunteers use unique talents to bring about change—for girls, and in turn, for society.

Become a Girl Scout volunteer and be part of a movement of nearly one million other volunteers helping girls make a lasting impact on the world.

Your interests and life experiences make you the perfect person to be a new kind of role model for girls, someone who creates a safe environment where girls work together and every girl feels free to work toward her highest aspirations.

As a role model for girls, you’ll help prime each and every Girl Scout you serve for the day when she’ll lead—however she chooses—be it in her family, school, workplace, community, nation, or the world.

There are endless, fl exible ways to participate as a volunteer. You can work directly with girls or indirectly by supporting the adults who do. Help girls reach their full potential.

VOLUNTEER

Be a part of our fl exible volunteer network.Give one hour. Give one day. Give one day a month. Give one day a week.Go to girlscoutsiowa.org for a list of volunteer positions and descriptions.

wweeeekk..G ggg fofof r a list of volunte scriptions.

As an adult volunteer, you can choose:

• how much time

• who you work with

• skills

• activities

• interests

• challenges

• goals

• causes you like

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Train-the-Trainer Retreat cost: freeAugust 24-26, 2012The Train-the-Trainer retreat at Camp Sacajawea is designed as a weekend of preparation and fun! Dixie Glenney, National Operational Volunteer and seasoned volunteer trainer from New York, will be presenting on Saturday. The volunteer content teams will also present curriculum materials that will be used this fall for New Leader, Grade Level, and Outdoor trainings.

The Retreat will begin at 7:00 p.m. on Friday and conclude with a ceremony on Sunday morning. Includes snacks on Friday night, three meals on Saturday, and breakfast on Sunday.

Fee includes meals, snacks, and supplies. You may register for individual sessions of the Leader Retreat, however, we encourage you to sign up for the whole weekend. Visit girlscoutsiowa.org for class schedule and registration information or consult the upcoming Adult Education Opportunities Booklet for more information.

Interested in recognizing

a special volunteer?

Consider nominating them for an

award!

Find our more about these

awards and how to nominate someone at

girlscoutsiowa.org

For more information, please call your local Leadership Center or the ALE department at [email protected] or call 515-278-2881 / 800-342-8389. Register online at girlscoutsiowa.org.

Fall Leader Retreat cost: $25October 26-28, 2012The Fall Leader Retreat is a weekend of fun, learning, and relaxation at Camp Sacajawea. Sessions are for new and experienced leaders. Course offerings include, but are not limited to:

• Growing with Girls – New Leader Toolkit• Growing with Girls for all Grade Levels• Basic Out and About (BOA)• Dutch Oven Cooking• Ceremonies Workshop / Girl Scout Traditions• Archery 101• Girl Scouting Highest Awards• Games / Songs• S.W.A.P.S./Crafts

Please register at least two weeks in advance. A confi rmation packet and list of items to bring will be sent to all registered participants.

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Leadership Center Locations:Council bluffs, Ia • Des moines, Ia • Fort Dodge, Ia • mason City, Ia • sioux City, Ia

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