Rendezvous camp is a council-sponsored, two-night troop camping opportunity, with program and activities planned and presented by a group of older Girl Scouts
Event Type: GSCO Events
When:5/4/2012-5/6/2012
Where: Tomahawk Ranch
Bailey, CO

Cost: $25.00 (girl) / $25.00 (adult)  25.00 is deposit for the girls only.

Registration fees are $70 per girl and $25 per adult meeting Safety Checkpoint requirements for the troop grade level. You will only be charged a $25 deposit per person at this time. The Balance Due must be received no later than the registration deadline date .

To pay the balance due, contact Events Registrar Stephanie Lester at 303-607-4882 to provide credit card number over the phone, or send a check clearly marked for this event to GSCO Attention: Events Registration, PO Box 9407, Denver CO 80209.

Rendezvous camp is a council-sponsored, two-night troop camping opportunity, with program and activities planned and presented by a group of older Girl Scouts - Cadette, Senior or Ambassadors. This is an excellent opportunity for girls and adults to progress in their overnight and camp skills towards longertrips.

(It is highly recommended that inexperienced troops have at least one practice overnighter at a troop member’s home or near-by venue prior to attending a Rendezvous.)

NOTE: Each troop is expected to provide an adult with completed leader training and an adult with overnight training (minimum Field Trips and Overnights).

IMPORTANT NOTE: Rendezvous is a troop event for girls.

• Girl/Adult ratios must be maintained per GSCO Volunteer Essentials – A Guide for Volunteers 2010 (pg. 43) for each troop in attendance. Exceptions must be approved by the Camp Director.
• Each troop is permitted 2 adults at a discounted rate for the first 12 Brownie Girl Scouts attending, with 1 additional adult for up to 6 additional Brownie girls.
• Adults beyond SW numbers will be considered for placement if space is available after the deadline and no girls are on a waitlist. Extra adults must pay the full fee in advance.

Safety-Wise ratios:
Brownies (grade 2-3)
Up to 12 girls = 2 adults
13-18 girls = 3 adults
19-24 girls = 4 adults
25- 30 girls = 5 adults
31+ = 6 adults

Beginning with the 2011-2012 Rendezvous season, registration fees are:
$70 per girl, $25 per adult meeting Safety Checkpoint requirements for the troop grade level.
$25 deposit per participant allowed-please note in Comment box whether to charge card for full amount or deposits only (no mixing of these, all one or the other).

Full fees are due at the deadline date.

Per girl fee includes program and materials, lodging and meals.
Per adult fee includes lodging and meals
Any specialty programs offered at a camp location, such as the climbing wall or archery, carry an additional fee. You will be notified if these options are available within the planned program for your Rendezvous.
Lodge assignments will be made by camp staff or host troop.
• Each lodge holds 24 people. 
• No tobacco, alcohol or pets are allowed on camp property
Please provide the name and complete contact information for the troop’s representative (leader or camp/activity coordinator) on the registration form. This person will receive communications about camp and is responsible for distributing information with the girls’ and their parents and for notifying council of any changes or special needs.

Your confirmation packet will be emailed after registration form and full payment are received and will include any additional forms needed, map and directions to camp, and a packing list. Additional information may be sent directly to the troop representative by the host troop or camp staff, and may include details on theme, menus, activities and schedules, kapers, SWAPS, etc.

The theme for this Rendezvous camp is The Magical World of Disney!!!  There will be games, crafts, treasure hunts and a commemorative patch! 

Arrival time is Friday between 5 pm and 7 pm and departure is after brunch on Sunday (approximately noon), no later than 2 pm.
NOTE: Deadline to register or change registration information is 4 weeks from camp date.

Cancellations prior to the deadline date are subject to a $5 withholding fee to issue a refund check. There are no refunds for cancellations made after the deadline date.
Camp will cancel due to adverse weather conditions ONLY if the road to camp is closed. You will be notified by phone and email as much in advance as possible, and the website listing will be updated. If camp is cancelled due to weather, you will be refunded in full. If you decide not to attend due to weather, you will not receive a refund.

For registration or payment questions, contact Events and Training Registrar Stephanie Lester at 303.607.4882

For program or logistical questions, contact Camp Director Monica Gray.

This course prepares adults to partner with girls in planning and preparing for outdoor cooking, fire building (in-door and out) and overnight camping.

Time:  8:30am - 5pm

Springaganza - Join us for the Spring enrichment training event Saturday May 5th, 2012 in the Metro Denver area!

8:00 AM Checkin begins
8:30 AM Welcome and Opening Ceremony
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Workshops (see descriptions below)
11:00 PM C5: Colorado Courage, Confidence and Character Conversation. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend!
12:00 PM Lunch (included in fee)
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Workshops (see descriptions below)
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Workshops (see descriptions below)
5:00 PM Closing Ceremony and Recognitions

Registration Deadline: 10:00PM Friday, April 20th, 2012

This training is for any girl that is interested in earning her Basic Paddling Certification from ACA.  It is required for girls interested in GSCO canoeing trips.

The fee for this class will be applied to your canoe trip balance.

Training dates are as follows:
Carmody Pool for swim test: TBD
Soda Lake at Bear Creek: May 5 and 6
Soda Lake at Bear Creek: May 12
Make up dates due to weather TBD

After registration you will recieve periodic updates from the instructor regarding what to bring, where to meet, etc.

Join the City of Aurora Naturalists and Aurora Water Educators for a day of fun while earning your Water Wonders Badge (Juniors) or Water Everywhere Badge (Brownies).  

The day begins at 10 am or at 1pm, depending on which session you are signed up for.  Girls are divided into groups based on age to work on their badges. They not only get to explore Aurora Reservoir, but also are able to visit the AWQUA (Aurora Water Quality Understanding and Appreciation) Lounge, an interactive watershed education center.  You are welcome to bring a sack lunch and stay for the day at the reservoir.
Registration for this event is through the City of Aurora naturalist program.  Please go online to www.auroragov.org/nature  and look under classes to register with a credit card, (starting in March 2012) or contact Liz Wickard at 303-739-2428 for more information.

Place:  Aurora Resevoir

Date:  5/6/2012 10:00 AM - 5/6/2012 3:00 PM

Audience:  Brownie (2-3); Junior (4-5)

Join us in Wonderland for a whimsical tea party and fabulous activities! There will be a scavenger hunt, a delightful craft activity, as well as scrumptious treats and tea all at the Gardens on Spring Creek. Bring your favorite hat and your mum.

While this session is intended for older girls we do not want to exclude anyone from attending this wonderful event and welcome you to register for the session that best works for your schedule. The event is girl planned and will be girl run at $25.00 per couple and $12.00 per additional scout

Get a great start on leading your troop in this practical, how-to workshop on the fundamentals of being a Girl Scout leader. Topics include how to start your troop, field trips, finances, and much more.  (required for new troop volunteers)

REGISTRATION WILL OPEN FEBRUARY 1, 2012

Girl Scouts from across Colorado are invited to a special bridging ceremony at the highest suspension bridge in the world, Royal Gorge. We open with a flag ceremony at 11:00 am and the Crossing of the Bridge will begin at 11:15 am. Girls who are bridging will cross the bridge and be welcomed on the other side by family and sister Girl Scouts. The Juniper Junction Pavilion will be available to all Girl Scouts for the day. This is also an opportunity to recognize individual achievements and special awards.
The event fee for the bridging is $5.00 per Bridging Girl Scout and $3.00 per adult and non Girl Scouts. This fee is payable to Girl Scouts of Colorado and DOES NOT include admission to the Royal Gorge Park.
IMPORTANT!!!! THERE IS A SEPERATE GATE ADMISSION FEE FOR THE ROYAL GORGE PARK.  This fee is $12 per adult and children, ages 4-11 and MUST BE PAID AT THE GATE the day of the event for attendees. Children, ages 3 and under are free. For more information about the Royal Gorge, please visit www.royalgorgebridge.com.
For more information on the event or to volunteer to help, please contact Marty Lockhart at 719-597-8603, ext. 30

Place:  Royal Gorge, Cannon City, CO

Date/Time:  5/12/2012 10:00 AM - 5/12/2012 12:00 PM

Audience:  Daisy (K-1); Brownie (2-3); Junior (4-5); Cadette (6-8); Senior (9-10); Ambassador (11-12); Non-member children

Welcome, Daisies, to the traditions of Girl Scouts. Come enter the Daisy Garden Journey to learn about the amazing aspects of growing your own garden and about the traditions in Girl Scouting. Activities during this Garden Party are related to a garden theme and Girl Scout values, history and traditions.

Daisies participating in this event will earn the “watering can,” and the “golden honey bee” awards. To complete the Daisy Flower Garden Journey leaders/parents/girls will plan for their Take Action project to complete “amazing Daisy” award. Also ideas and resources will be available to add to your journey experience.

For questions about the event, please contact Marcia at 720-434-8643.

Minipalooza - Join us for a new enrichment training event Saturday May 12th at Sky High Ranch

• 8:00 Registration Begins
• 8:30 - 11:30 Workshops (see below for course descriptions)
• 11:30 - 5:30 Workshops (see below for course descriptions or Hike on your own)
• 5:30 Clean Up

Registration Deadline: 10:00PM Friday, April 28, 2012

KIDS – Did you watch The Lorax movie? Are there really Truffula trees and bar-ba-loots? Stop by and ask a real forester! Every kid attending can plant a tree and help start a new forest right in our neighborhood!

ADULTS – Living in the woods can pose unique challenges for forest landowners that require special knowledge and skills. Stop by and meet experts who can answer your questions about everything from trees to wildlife to emergency preparedness. While you’re at it, bring the kids and help start a new forest!

Representatives from the following organizations will be available to answer questions both now or whenever they arise:
• Colorado State Forest Service and Society of American Foresters - will show you how to plant a tree and start a new forest
• Larimer County Tree Farmers and Project Learning Tree – will show you how to keep your trees healthy and safe
• Colorado Division of Wildlife – will help you understand and live with the wildlife in your woods
• Larimer County Emergency Services and Rist Canyon Volunteer Fire Department – will help you prepare for emergencies before they happen
• United States Forest Service – will talk to you about being  good neighbors

To sign up for this free event, get more details
and find directions and a map see: www.treefarmer.com/crystal.html

Learn to work with your girls to plan and take trips beyond the regular troop meeting. This course covers outings from an overnight at the leader’s house to two-night indoor overnights with no fires or outdoor cooking and should be taken prior to planning a trip.

No pre-requisites.

Help prepare the resident camps for the summer camp season. The entire family or troop is invited for a weekend in the mountains. There is no fee, and meals are provided beginning with Saturday breakfast. No pets allowed. You will need to fill out one Camp Registration Form per group and one Health Form per person attending.

This is a great service project for your troop, but due to the amount of work, there is not time for your troop to work on badges or other projects. Some of the jobs will include putting up platform tents, cleaning all buildings, cleaning bathrooms and latrines, picking up trash and maintaining trails. This is followed by a Saturday evening family program. Housing will be in seasonal shelters and lodges.

Help prepare the resident camps for the summer camp season. The entire family or troop is invited for a weekend in the mountains. There is no fee, and meals are provided beginning with Saturday breakfast. No pets allowed. You will need to fill out one Camp Registration Form per group and one Health Form per person attending.

This is a great service project for your troop, but due to the amount of work, there is not time for your troop to work on badges or other projects. Some of the jobs will include putting up platform tents, cleaning all buildings, cleaning bathrooms and latrines, picking up trash and maintaining trails. This is followed by a Saturday evening family program. Housing will be in seasonal shelters and lodges.

Help prepare the resident camps for the summer camp season. The entire family or troop is invited for a weekend in the mountains. There is no fee, and meals are provided beginning with Saturday breakfast. No pets allowed. You will need to fill out one Camp Registration Form per group and one Health Form per person attending.

This is a great service project for your troop, but due to the amount of work, there is not time for your troop to work on badges or other projects. Some of the jobs will include putting up platform tents, cleaning all buildings, cleaning bathrooms and latrines, picking up trash and maintaining trails. This is followed by a Saturday evening family program. Housing will be in seasonal shelters and lodges.

Time is TBD please visit our website for updates. www.coloradospringsclimb.org

Make sure team members and or individuals are registered by April 1st, 2012 to guarantee they receive a t-shirt! Survivors register for free.

Team registration: $50 submitted by Jan. 1st, 2012. $75 submitted between Jan. 2nd and Feb. 29th, 2012. $100 submitted between March 1st and May 18th, 2012.  Teams need to be at least 5 members. Individuals: $15  submitted by Jan. 1st, 2012. $25 submitted Jan. 2nd-Feb. 29th, 2012. $35 submitted March 1st-May 18th, 2012. $40 submitted day of event. Survivors are free! See website for details.

Place:  Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Date/Time:  5/19/2012 12:00 AM

Audience:  Daisy (K-1); Brownie (2-3); Junior (4-5); Cadette (6-8); Senior (9-10); Ambassador (11-12); Non-member children
 

I know everyone is interested in taking a course of CPR / First Aid to enhance your life saving skills and each troop must have a trained person on trips. So I have met with a wonderful instructor who is willing to help get you and your girls certified for a fee of $ 45.00.

This will also help troop 162 earn money to go to New York City this 2012.

Please sign up ASAP and we can only have 10 max per class and 4 min. Holly Hodges 720-208-8695 or hhodges_1@juno.com

Learn to work with your girls to plan and take short trips. This course covers overnights at the leader’s house to two-night indoor overnights with no fires or outdoor cooking. This should be taken prior to planning a trip.

Required for any trip that is 3 or more nights. This training is for adult trip advisers and Junior Girl Scouts and above who are going to plan and attend the trip.

Get a great start on leading your troop in this practical, how-to workshop on the fundamentals of being a Girl Scout leader. Topics include how to start your troop, field trips, finances, and much more.  (required for new troop volunteers)

Learn to work with your girls to plan and take trips beyond the regular troop meeting. This course covers outings from an overnight at the leader’s house to two-night indoor overnights with no fires or outdoor cooking and should be taken prior to planning a trip.

No pre-requisites.

Help prepare the resident camps for the summer camp season. The entire family or troop is invited for a weekend in the mountains. There is no fee, and meals are provided beginning with Saturday breakfast. No pets allowed. You will need to fill out one Camp Registration Form per group and one Health Form per person attending.

This is a great service project for your troop, but due to the amount of work, there is not time for your troop to work on badges or other projects. Some of the jobs will include putting up platform tents, cleaning all buildings, cleaning bathrooms and latrines, picking up trash and maintaining trails. This is followed by a Saturday evening family program. Housing will be in seasonal shelters and lodges.

The Bridging into the Next Century event provides Girl Scouts an opportunity to celebrate the spirit of Girl Scouting
at Epcot® as the Girl Scout Organization moves into their next 100 years. Attendees will participate in a ceremonial
welcome and pledge before dividing into smaller groups for the bridging experience. Each Girl Scout will receive 1
commemorative event item and access to Disney Theme Park Attraction Badge Alignment E-Materials. Disney
Characters will be on hand to surprise and congratulate the participating Girl Scouts. The event will now be hosted
on 2 days. Girl Scouts will select 1 day they would like to participate when they purchase their tickets. The events
will begin at 8:00am on Saturday, May 26, 2012 and Sunday, May 27, 2012at Epcot®. Participants may arrive at
Epcot® as early as 7:15am. An event ticket is required for admission into Epcot® to participate.

This is for girls who want to become PAs. Extended training allows the program to go more in-depth. Develop leadership
skills while honing your camping skills. Learn how to teach and practice those skills.

This training will help girls develop skills in planning events and program centered on specific themes. Useful for not only camps, but for year-round program. Must have completed Basic Program Aide Training to be eligible.