Events and Programs for TEEN Girl Scouts
Another challenging and exciting Girl Scout
year stretches before us, full of opportunities to learn, have fun and grow strong There are many exciting programs for girls of all ages. Click the links to the left for more information on annual events, or browse the list of events below.
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Notice: Cadettes through Ambassadors are listed on this page,
since many of the programs can be presented for all three grade levels.
JUNE
Take Flight!
Teen girls, ages 13 and up.
WHEN/WHERE: June 1, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Wilmington University, Dover, DE
COST: $5 per girl includes lunch, a fun patch and a certificate of accomplishment.
Learn the basics of flight and how to approach an airport. Try your aviation skills in a flight simulator. Space is limited to 14 participants. Teen girls interested in aviation won't want to miss this new event!

TRY-athalon
All ages welcome
WHEN/WHERE:
June 1, Camp Todd, Denton, MD
TRY-athalon Start time 8 a.m.
Family Field Day 11a.m.
Girl Scout Service Unit 34 is hosting a race to benefit the Family Partnership Campaign. Compete in a Family Fun event that takes you on a 1 mile run through Camp Todd’s trails, a 3.5 mile bike around the camp, and a half mile canoe/kayak on Lake Williston. Following the TRY-athatlon, we will have a Family Field Day (Three-legged Race, Egg Race, Wheel Barrow Race, and More!) Download the flyer/registration form.
PROGRAM AIDE
Girl Scout Cadettes
The Program Aide Award is part of the Teen Mentoring Awards. Girls in seventh and eighth grade need to do the following to earn their Program Aide Award.
1.) Earn one LiA Award. The Leadership in Action award guidelines can be found in the adult guide book for Girl Scout Brownies or Girl Scout Cadettes for each Journey. This must be done prior to attending the Program Aide Education.
2.) Complete a council–designed Program Aide Core Education.
3.) Complete a council–designed Specialty Education in either Troop Basics or Outdoor Skills.
4.) Work directly with younger girls over six activity sessions. This might be assisting girls on journey activities (in addition to what she did for her LiA), badge activities, or other sessions.
She might work with a group at their meetings, day camp, or during a special council event.
PROGRAM AIDE EDUCATION – Core
| June 1, 2013 |
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
Camp Country Center, Hockessin, DE |
| June 9, 2013 |
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. |
Camp Sandy Pines, Fruitland, MD |
PROGRAM AIDE EDUCATION – Specialty - Outdoor Skills
| June 1, 2013 |
3 p.m. – 5 p.m. |
Camp Country Center, Hockessin, DE |
| June 9, 2013 |
3 p.m. – 5 p.m. |
Camp Sandy Pines, Fruitland, MD |
COST: $15 per girl, includes education materials and Program Aide pin when hours are achieved and paperwork submitted to council.
NOTE: Please bring a bagged lunch if you are attending both sessions. Min 12/Max 24
2012-2013 Gold Award Education
When a Girl Scout Senior or Ambassador is ready to go for Girl Scouting’s highest award, she must attend this mandatory workshop. This workshop will walk the girl through the steps of earning her Girl Scout Gold Award. Questions about the award and its requirements will be answered.
WHO: Girl Scout Seniors, Ambassadors
COST: $10 per girl.
NOTE: Includes workbook. Adult mentors should also attend this session.
PRE–REQUISITES: Complete two grade level Journeys or achieve the Girl Scout Silver Award and complete one Senior
or Ambassador Journey. Min 12/Max 24
WHEN/WHERE:
June 5, 2013, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Newark Resource Center, Newark, DE
June 12, 2013, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Peninsula Resource Center, Salisbury, MD
2012-2013 Silver Award Education
Girl Scout Cadettes (Grades 6–8)
When a Girl Scout Cadette has almost completed a Cadette Journey (ME in Media!, Amaze! or Breathe) she must attend this mandatory workshop. This workshop will walk the girl and her mentor through the steps of achieving her Girl Scout Silver Award. Questions about the award and its requirements will be answered.
Girls earning the Girl Scout Silver Award will receive their awards at the annual On My Honor Ceremony.
WHEN/WHERE:
June 5, 2013, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., Newark Resource Center, Newark, DE
June 12, 2013, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., Peninsula Resource Center, Salisbury, MD
COST: $10 per girl.
NOTE: Includes workbook. Adult mentors should also attend this session. Min 12/Max 24
CANOEING BASICS – Abbott’s Mill Nature Center
Girl Scout Ambassadors
Navigate your way through Step #1 in your “Water” badge by learning how to canoe. Discover the different parts of a canoe. Demonstrate canoe and water safety. Practice different canoeing strokes and learn how to help other paddlers that run into trouble.
WHEN: June 22, 2013, 9:00 a.m.-12 p.m.
WHERE: 15411 Abbott’s Pond Road, Milford, DE 19963
COST: $13 per Girl Scout, includes patch
NOTE: Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet. Bring a towel and a water bottle. Min 8/ Max 18
PROGRAM AIDE
Girl Scout Cadettes
The Program Aide Award is part of the Teen Mentoring Awards. Girls in seventh and eighth grade need to do the following to earn their Program Aide Award.
1.) Earn one LiA Award. The Leadership in Action award guidelines can be found in the adult guide book for Girl Scout Brownies or Girl Scout Cadettes for each Journey. This must be done prior to attending the Program Aide Education.
2.) Complete a council–designed Program Aide Core Education.
3.) Complete a council–designed Specialty Education in either Troop Basics or Outdoor Skills.
4.) Work directly with younger girls over six activity sessions. This might be assisting girls on journey activities (in addition to what she did for her LiA), badge activities, or other sessions.
She might work with a group at their meetings, day camp, or during a special council event.
PROGRAM AIDE EDUCATION – Core
| June 22, 2013 |
9 a.m.–2 p.m. |
Camp Sandy Pines, Fruitland, MD |
PROGRAM AIDE EDUCATION – Specialty - Outdoor Skills
| June 22, 2013 |
3 p.m.–5 p.m. |
Camp Sandy Pines, Fruitland, MD |
COST: $15 per girl, includes education materials and Program Aide pin when hours are achieved and paperwork submitted to council.
NOTE: Please bring a bagged lunch if you are attending both sessions. Min 12/Max 24
JULY
FASHION CAMP
WHO: GS Brownies, Juniors, and 6th grade Cadettes
(Seniors and Ambassadors can volunteer for school credit. Camp is for girls ages 7-13.)
WHEN/WHERE:
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Before and after care also available.
July 17- August 16, Brandywine Town Center, 4050 Brandywine Parkway, Wilmington, DE 19803
July 15 – August 2, Wesley College Campus, 120 N. State Street, Dover Delaware 19901
COST: $165 per week.
A summer of Fashion Fun! Campers participate in a rotating schedule of
sewing, painting, illustration, jewelry making, crafts, and girl’s life skills.
For more information call 302-357-9521 or visit www.greattasteddesign.com
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