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Find the training you need for your volunteer position.
Adult learning opportunities are loaded with information that will help you succeed in your volunteer position. And they are fun and convenient.
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| Are a new volunteer |
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Required before starting any volunteer position* |
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| Are working with a series or an event |
Volunteering
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Required before volunteering for a series or event* Volunteering for Girl Scout Series and Events is a 20-minute orientation to Girl Scouting for volunteers new to the organization and who volunteer with series and events. This course covers the Girl Scout Mission, Promise and Law; Girl Scout Safety Standards; what Girl Scouts do; developmental characteristics of girls and the Girl Scout Cookie Program. *If you are a new volunteer and working in a capacity other than series and events please take Girl Scouting 101. (See description above) |
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| Meet or work with girls on a regular basis in a troop setting | Nuts and Bolts |
Required for troop leaders, co-leaders and assistant leaders This two-hour course covers: Girl Scout structure and support, safety and responsibilities, family involvement, creating a girl-led environment, finances, field trips and resources. NOTE: Nuts and Bolts webinar is currently being revamped; webinar classes will be available again after Thanksgiving. |
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| Meet or work with girls on a regular basis | It’s Your Journey—Customize It! |
Recommended for volunteers working with girls at every grade level Gain tips on using the journey books and adult guide as a basis for the Girl Scout Leadership Experience in this two-hour course. Learn to expand the experience through use of the Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting, field trips and other activities. Transform service projects into Take Action. |
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| Want to take a one-or two-night overnight trip | Overnight Trips |
Required before planning an overnight trip—take this course at least 3-6 months prior to the trip. Learn to work with your girls to plan and take short trips in this three-hour course. This course covers overnights at the leader’s house to two-night overnights with no outdoor cooking or fires. Materials Fee: $5 |
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| Want to cook outdoors or take girls camping | Cooking and Camping |
Required before planning an outing that involves cooking outdoors and/or camping overnight—take this course at least 6-9 months prior to the trip. This eight-hour course prepares adults to partner with girls in planning and preparing for outdoor cooking, fire building (indoor and out) and overnight camping. Prerequisite: Overnight Trips; Materials Fee: $25 |
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| Want to take girls on a trip of three (3) nights or more | Extended Trip |
Required before planning a trip of 3 nights or more (domestic or international)—Take at least 12 to 24 months prior to the trip. This three-hour training is for adult trip advisors and Junior Girl Scouts and above (limit two girls per troop/group) who are going to plan and attend the trip. Topics include safety, deciding destinations, transportation, budgeting and money earning. Prerequisite: Overnight Trips; Materials Fee: $5 |
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Want to learn about Take Action |
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Recommended for service units, troop leaders and parents with girls interested in pursuing a Take Action project or Highest Award.
Take Action 101 is a two-hour general introduction to the Take Action concepts, how they illustrate the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and the application to Highest Awards. Includes take-home activities and steps to starting a Take Action project. |
• Webinar • In person • Webinar • In person |
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Want to learn about the Bronze or Silver Awards |
Bronze and Silver Award Forum |
Recommended for girls who are interested in pursuing their Bronze or Silver Award, as well as their parents and troop leaders. This one-hour roundtable is designed to answer questions regarding the Bronze and Silver award processes. |
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Want to learn about the Gold Award |
Gold Award Training |
Required for girls applying to work on a Gold Award project. This two-hour course is designed for girls who are within 6 months of submitting a project proposal. |
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Want to learn how to plan your own event or series program |
Program Planning Guide Training |
Required prior to planning your own event or series program. This two-hour training is open to adult volunteers and Junior Girl Scouts and above who will participate in the planning process. Topics include steps to planning a successful program, planning timelines and money earning policies. |
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| Want to learn more | Enrichment Trainings |
Recommended for anyone who wants to learn more. Classes offered on a variety of topics to enhance your volunteer experience throughout the year. Examples include: songs, games, ceremonies, intro to Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting, Power Up (bullying prevention), clique-proofing your troop and SWAPs. |
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| Want to learn more in a special 1-day or weekend event | Training Events |
Recommended for all Girl Scout volunteers—new and experienced! Fallapalooza—greatest kickoff of the Girl Scout year! Get inspired at our full-day, fun-packed adult training events in August and September across the state. Come all day or just for part of the day for workshops that will help you in your work with girls. Meet other volunteers and staff and provide input to the Membership Connection Committee and senior staff of Girl Scouts of Colorado. Springaganza—you deserve a break. Recharge your energy at a one-day or weekend-long events across the state in the spring. Come for part of a day, one day or the whole weekend for workshops that will enrich your Girl Scout experience or for your own personal fulfillment. Interact with other volunteers and provide input to the Membership Connection Committee and senior staff of Girl Scouts of Colorado. Minipaloozas—one-day training events with workshops that will enhance your skills. They are held at various times of the year around the state. Come for one workshop or for the whole day! |
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Want to share your knowledge with other adults and help them to be great leaders |
Train the Trainer |
Required for any adult wishing to be a trainer for Girl Scouts of Colorado. This 8.5-hour course will prepare you to become an adult trainer for Girl Scouts of Colorado. In addition to a completed volunteer application and background check, you will need to have two training references and an interview. |
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Pictures of the Past
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Lighten Up! Cadette & Senior
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Leader Learning Day @ Magic Sky Ranch
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High Adventure at Magic Sky Ranch (C/S/A)
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Cooking and Camping
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Fallapalooza Western Slope
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CO99s Aviation Patch (Junior) - Cancelled
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Girl Scout Day at Lakewood Heritage Center
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Power Up - B/J/C
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Cooking and Camping
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Cooking and Camping
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Girl Scout Night at Air Force Academy Volleyball
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Sewing Workshop /D/B/J/C/S
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Gold Award Training S/A
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Miss Representation Film Screening
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Cooking and Camping
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Fallapalooza Metro Denver
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Fallapalooza Southwestern Colorado
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Fallapalooza Southeastern Colorado
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Going to the Dogs – Dog show Fun & Facts
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Tour of Colorado State University for Girl Scouts Only
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PA Training (C/S)
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PA Training (C/S)
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7th Annual Denver Zoo Scout Night
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Feed the Piggy Bank (J/C) - Denver
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